Five Reasons to Ride Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

A favorite Walt Disney World attraction has been updated with a brand-new band, and today the Unofficial Guides team takes a look at five reasons to rush to Disney’s Hollywood Studios and ride Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets.

As of May 26, 2026, the Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has officially reopened, and it now features The Muppets—from the queue and preshow to the ride itself. We got to experience the new attraction several times during previews for annual passholders, and it is now open for all park guests.

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Fans were up in arms when MuppetVision 3D was closed last year at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, in order to make way for a new Monsters, Inc. roller coaster, and the promise that Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem would be evicting Aerosmith and taking over Walt Disney World’s only upside-down roller coaster did little to reassure them. Although the family-friendly puppets seem like a strange fit for a high-speed thrill ride previously themed to a notorious rock band, the final result reveals a surprising amount of reverence for Jim Henson’s beloved characters.

Here are five things that make Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets one of the best attraction updates that Disney has ever done:

1. Celebrity Cameos

Once you get past the entryway arch and courtyard—where the iconic inverted convertible and Fender guitar have been repainted in psychedelic colors—there isn’t much new to look at in the exterior queue of G-Force Records, other than some posters themed to each member of the Electric Mayhem Band.

But as soon as you are inside the interior queue’s rotunda, you’ll see the attraction’s first major addition, in the form of vertical video screens showing viral-style clips featuring The Muppets with major celebrities.

The interactions with famous Muppet fans like Neil Patrick Harris, John Stamos, and Danny Trejo are funny enough to make you want to step out of line to stay and watch.

2. Queue Decor

Besides the celeb shorts, the queue contains a wealth of props, posters, and framed album covers that include too many Easter Eggs and inside jokes to list.

Some highlights include a replica of Kermit’s original banjo, costumes belonging to Miss Piggy, and references to the notorious doors covered in moving marbles (which have now been removed).

Just before boarding, you’ll spot even more Muppet artifacts around the loading station, including a pile of Gonzo’s props that will look familiar to MuppetVision fans, as well as the Muppet Mobile Labs that once roamed around EPCOT.

Keep your eyes peeled for more gags large and small!

3. Preshow Animatronics

While the ride’s preshow still takes place inside a recording studio, much has changed. Instead of simply seeing Aerosmith on a large projection screen, we now get to see a true-to-life animatronic of Scooter, along with a couple of animatronic penguin figures.

Scooter is mounted on a robotic arm and displays remarkably puppet-like animation; be sure to stick around until the very end for his dramatic exit, followed by a last laugh from Sweetums.

Another fun bonus: There are multiple variations of the preshow, each with different Muppets popping up on the video monitors. And you also may hear some familiar phrases from the former preshow after Dr. Bunsen Honeydew introduces the L.I.M.O. Lengthy Immediate Motion Object) you’ll be riding in.

4. Musical Selections

Once you’re finally securely strapped into that ride vehicle, a brief countdown will introduce the Muppet-ized musical track that will accompany your accelerated journey to the Electric Mayhem’s overdue concert.

There are five randomly selected songs available, including “Song 2” by Blur, “Rock! Rock! (Till You Drop)” with Def Leppard, and Kelly Clarkson’s cover of “Walking on Sunshine.” Each is backed by the Electric Mayhem musicians, with Animal making a particular impression on the backing vocals and drums.

5. The Ride Itself

Of course, you may be screaming a bit too loud to properly appreciate the ride’s new musical stylings, but thrill junkies will be comforted to know that this launched inverted roller coaster hasn’t lost any of its oomph. The initial acceleration is just as exhilarating as ever, although the rehabilitated train and track seem to rattle somewhat less during element transitions, resulting in a slightly more comfortable ride despite the over-shoulder restraints.

Along the way, watch for some clever updates to the flat Hollywood icons that you’re flying by: Signs for Pizzerizzo’s restaurant, World Wide Studios (from the original Muppet Movie), and more can be spotted within the attraction’s pitch-black gravity building. 

Finally, while you’re catching your breath on the final break run, be sure to say hello to Statler and Waldorf, who are now bolted beside the track (instead of their old balcony seats) just before the unload station, where Dr. Teeth and the gang perform “Can You Picture That” on big video screens.

What’s your favorite update from The Muppet’s makeover of Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster? Let us know in the comments below!

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