Inside the Disney World ride that was so terrifying it closed down

During Walt Disney World’s 25th anniversary in 1996 and 1997, the vacation planning VHS brought the magic home to guests. Featuring colorful footage of the parks, a look at the “Cinderella Castle Cake,” and a catchy theme song, the video highlighted new attractions like the ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter and classics like Splash Mountain. These tapes became a nostalgic favorite for Disney fans planning their trips in the late ‘90s. | History At Disney

Disney Facts on Instagram: "When ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter opened at Magic Kingdom in 1995, it was designed as a serious sci-fi experience, not a kids’ ride. Guests were locked into shoulder restraints as the room went completely dark. Through binaural 3D sound, the alien could be heard moving around the theater, directly behind and above guests. Disney added air blasts, water mist, and heat effects to simulate the creature interacting with the audience including a moment where guests f