The Tower of Terror is a frightfully thrilling ride, and has been into the Disney parks for many years.
Today we will be sharing 10 facts about this ride that will drop you into the Twilight Zone.
1. Other Plans
The Tower of Terror almost was themed based on both the works of Stephen King and Mel Brooks before Twilight Zone was chosen as the final theme.
2. Twilight Zone
The Tower of Terror was based on the classic TV show The Twilight Zone, one of the most iconic and impactful television shows in history.
3. 4 Different Versions
There have been 4 different versions of this ride. These are the original, the Tokyo version based on the Society of Explorers, the Walt Disney Studios version, and the Disney California Adventure version which was turned into Guardians of the Galaxy Mission: Breakout.
4. Date
The backstory of this attraction is based on a mysterious event that took place on October 31, 1939, which caused the hotel to close forever, until you return among the first new guests to the Hollywood Tower Hotel.
5. Otis Elevators
The ride vehicles for this attraction were designed in part by Otis Elevators, an actual elevator company, alongside Disney.
6. Miles Per Hour
This attraction can get up to a speed of 39 miles per hour which is actually faster than the speed of gravity.
7. Lost Version
The Disney California Adventure version may no longer be open, but there are quite a few tributes to it in Guardians of the Galaxy Mission: Breakout, including a bellhop hat in the Collector's office.
8. Height
The height of this attraction is 199 ft tall, just shorter than the height that would require it to have a light to alert airplanes to its presence.
9. Bellhops
This is one of the few locations in Walt Disney World, where you are not likely to see cast members smiling, alongside the Haunted Mansion.
10. Rod Sterling
The footage you see of Rod Sterling in the pre-show is from episode 73 named "It's a Good Life" but the voice is of Mark Silverman a voice actor.
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