Disney's Failed Theme Park Projects & Expansions
Disney Parks History - A curated collection from Defunctland
About this Rabbit Hole
Ever wondered what really happened behind the scenes at Disney Parks? Dive into the rabbit hole of Defunctland's Disney Parks History, where each video uncovers the fascinating stories behind iconic attractions like Mickey Mouse Park and E.P.C.O.T. Explore the failed dreams of Walt Disney's ambitious projects and the surprising truth behind the failures of Hong Kong Disneyland and Euro Disneyland. Along the way, you might just uncover the eerie connection between Disneyland and a famous horror movie. Watch in order or skip around — each video adds a new layer.
Videos in this Rabbit Hole
Defunctland: The History of Mickey Mouse Park
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Mickey Mouse Park: where dreams go to get downsized. Walt Disney's original vision may have been small, but we all know he ended up thinking bigger.
Defunctland: The History of Freedomland U.S.A.
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Freedomland U.S.A.: Where the magic of Disneyland met the reality of an amusement park's lifespan. The nostalgia is strong with this one, folks.
Defunctland: The War for Disney's America
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Who knew Disney's America was as controversial as a family dinner on politics? Defunctland digging up some history here, bringing old park dreams to life in an oddly haunting way.
Defunctland: Walt Disney's City of the Future, E.P.C.O.T.
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Imagine a whole city dedicated to Disney... I can already hear the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse theme song echoing through the streets. Disney's vision for E.P.C.O.T. might have been abandoned, but the magic lives on in our hearts.
Defunctland: The Failure of Hong Kong Disneyland
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It's like watching a real-life game of Monopoly gone wrong. Hong Kong Disneyland might be Disney's underdog, but it's definitely winning in the "worst-performing Magic Kingdom" category. Let's take a moment of silence for the dreams that never came true.
Defunctland: The Failure of Euro Disneyland
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So, Disney thought if they built it, they would come... but turns out, not so much. Euro Disneyland: where dreams went to die, apparently.
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