The Last Ride Ever on Maelstrom at Epcot Walt Disney World for TPR POV

The LAST RIDE EVER on Maelstrom for TPR! Ride with us one final ride on Maelstrom at Epcot in the front seat! Enjoy taking one last ride with us in this attraction POV video! Maelstrom closed forever on October 5th, 2014.. A new Frozen themed attraction is expected to open in it's place in 2016.
This video shows the entire queue, outside area, etc. It's the "complete experience" for Maelstrom.
Filmed & Edited by Robb Alvey

[@MichaelHaneline]

I'm really sad they are replacing this with a Frozen attraction, even though I like Frozen. Isn't the point of Epcot to showcase different real world cultures?

[@sarahg3028]

The story of frozen I think is Norwegian. Although I would have preferred it it they kept maelstrom, because it makes more sense

[@metalsonicdoll8072]

Frozen claims to be Norwegian (based on a Danish story loosely), but it showcases very little of anything actually Norwegian.

[@rosecroix9155]

Disney is all about the money, they don't care about preserving culture when they can make more money from a cartoon.

[@sandclann]

Like I said, why didn't they just add another ride?

[@MichaelHaneline]

space

[@chaoflaka8132]

"You're not the first to pass through here...nor shall you be the last." *sighs* ....if only.

[@warriorseamonkey1693]

Chao Flaka yeah what a bunch of polar bear baloney

[@Meevij48]

Chao Flaka The reason of my childhood nightmares is gone 😞 I’ll never get to go on and call my young self a baby..

[@hayleyhellbound9513]

Daisy Baldi’s fiancé I don’t even remember the three headed troll because I would know to not look at it. I loved the ride except for that part and the drop was my favorite “thrill” ride as a kid

[@TheY2AProblem]

😢

[@jadedengineer]

Disney used to sell nostalgia. That goes back to Walt himself. Now they try to sell pop culture. They’re doomed,

[@shaunmiller8624]

I think Frozen would have fit better in Magic Kingdom

[@TheGandolf1]

I agree

[@shaunmiller8624]

thank you

[@TheGandolf1]

No need for thanks. Right is right and wrong is wrong. Frozen may not be a bad idea, just not at Epcot or taking out a ride based on culture and replacing it with fantasy in a educational park. That is wrong.

[@shaunmiller8624]

it is wrong i totally agree with you but Frozen is a wonderful idea just put it in Magic Kingdom just like i hated to see Snow Whites Scary Adventures go i have to see this one go by Maelstrom we all love and will miss you.

[@ivytruong102]

I think it be better if it was places in Hollywood studios

[@NordicDan]

Damn I'm going to miss Maelstrom. I liked Frozen but that seriously belongs in the new Fantasyland, not in Epcot.

[@afriendofbean]

+Daniel Moeller Yes, I also thought that Maelstrom was a great ride but, whenever I rode it, some people complained about it that it was too short and every time I rode it, there were little kids crying at the trolls part so maybe they must have gotten rid of it for a good reason.

[@lilymermaid7207]

I agree but it gives epcot more population as it wasnt as popular before and everyone is always at mafic kingdom :)

[@michellekraft6682]

Same never got to ride it looks SOO fun though.

[@michaeljabronis7271]

disney trying to attract more kids to epcot, the ride had no connection with anything disney, although i miss it, I understand what disney had to do :(

[@longhornhm]

@@lilymermaid7207 although epcot was popular with the adults and gave a break from the kids

[@somethingtojenga]

It's kind of a shame they're turning Epcot's countries into... movie-themed attractions. The idea is supposed to be exhibitions of each country, like a World Fair, not 'here's this Disney movie that takes place in this country!'

[@michellekraft6682]

I know

[@allkindsofmusic2275]

Yeah, its sad

[@somethingtojenga]

@Bridget Fullam I never minded characters from films being featured in subtle places in each of the countries, but making rides completely about the films is definitely outside the original vision of EPCOT

[@somethingtojenga]

@Bridget Fullam ugh

[@bananabird69]

Ikr.

[@SirBlackReeds]

I've seen both and I can honestly say that Maelstrom is better. While Frozen Ever After is technically superior, what really makes Maelstrom is the film at the end about Norway's history. It's part of the whole point of EPCOT: teaching visitors about other countries. While Arendelle is based off of Norway, the Norweigan representation is said to be the worst representation in the movie. Generally speaking, aside from the fact that the overall aesthetic of the film is Scandinavian, there's really very little true Norwegian stuff. Architecture, music, characters, practices and even folklore from Norway to Finland from the early middle ages to the early 20th century combine very tightly, everyone speaks English with American accents, and in the end, the film is not representative of any given place or time period, only that it's definitely before the automobile was invented and well before the construction of the first railroads. Furthermore, looking at Frozen Ever After, it's a Disneyland ride, not an EPCOT one. RIP Maelstrom; I will miss you.

[@2doot]

I completely agree.

[@cromeo187]

I went on Maelstrom and it was pretty good. Glad to see there is a video of it to show people what it was like.

[@aidancavanaugh5834]

My grandma got stuck before the drop . She went when Epcot was new .

[@lili-yz1wb]

Y E S

[@matthewgustafson5225]

I totally agree with you the Maelstrom was made specially to highlight historical stuff about Norway while the new frozen has nothing historical in it at all other than taking place in Norway but thats still not a good reason to replace this ride over that.

[@bobbyvollman800]

Although I was never a big fan of it, it's sad that this attraction has to go. It was one of those things that made World Showcase unique.

[@TheGandolf1]

I AGREE!

[@pottergoose]

This, the Mexico ride, and the American Adventure show are by far my favorite parts of the world showcase, and it's a real shame it's being taken down for Disney frozen hype. Frozen should be in New Fantasyland not in the world showcase

[@JonSmith-yq1dw]

Bobby Vollman I Know Not only was it one of the only few rides that World Showcase had but it probably was the best one. I haven't been to Epcot in a long time but what else was there besides that and the Mexico boat ride. I guess if you like the more common boat ride with the singing you might like that one better but those animatronic trolls and when you go down the plunge to the oil rigs and it's freezing in there just gives me a nostalgic feeling that unfortunately will never feel again

[@celestiadrools9551]

Frozen should never get an attraction at all 😡

[@coconutgamer4476]

@kabooom I mean it wasn't that bad I was impressed by the giant marshmallow(the big snow monster) animatronic

[@77legocreator]

I was so sad when I heard this ride would close to be replaced with Frozen because these were one of the weirder cooler rides that I've actually been on, disney execs are ruining Walt Disneys dream because they're filling everything up with already well known mainstream stuff

[@tylernx]

It's what kids are loving right now. And In reality is it for us adults? Or to form memories with our children? Because some of my fondest memories were with my father at Disneyland because he could be that fun careless guy there. Instead of the raging asshole at home. Lol

[@grannyisnotamused]

77legocreator Besides, Walt said the park should always change, because it will never be completed. I understand the loss of an awesome ride, but the change will make a lot of new smiles. Plus, you can be like a senior Disney goer, and boast about how "you remember when that used to be Maelstrom". It'll take some getting used to...

[@77legocreator]

***** Lol I'm not angry at Disney, I dont hold grudges but I just wanted to ride the Maelstrom one more time cause i rode it when i was a lot younger so.... yeah

[@77legocreator]

vgmaster9 Amen

[@wendyrichmond1755]

Really sick of everything being replaced by either Frozen or Harry Bloody Potter

[@yippedoodah]

This was such an odd ride but it was probably the scariest one for me because I didn't know what was going on half the time even with the narration. Also, if Disney wanted to make one of their franchises into a ride, they should've just made a Thor themed ride since he's from Norse mythology :P

[@chrisb-sq1ih]

+Timothy Yang A Thor ride would have been awesome... Better than Frozen at least except 1. Before Disney bought Marvel, Universal Studios claimed rights that no theme park in the Orlando area after they built their Incredible Hulk ride 2. A boat ride wouldn't really make sense for Thor (And it doesn't really for Frozen either) Good Idea though!

[@gamingawesomeness2315]

Dinosaur is scarier

[@jthad52801]

@@chrisb-sq1ih l

[@jthad52801]

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[@aceofspades_music]

Same. I went on when I was 4 and it even scared my mom

[@Kblackfilms]

Norway is supposed to be a badass country.. Frozen was a good kids film but hardly the best disney film that needed all this hype.

[@Kblackfilms]

I'm only saying this because Epcot is one of few adult oriented parks disney has for most of us to enjoy. They already have a meet and greet there why do they need more?

[@WildBillKMan]

Kenzie Gufaw They don't and the ones they do have belong in Fantasyland. They are sick for ruining the Disney legacy by converting these parks into places only for children! It's like they have no idea who Walt Disney was.

[@TheSonicChaotix]

Thank you for having some common sense. XD But yes, Frozen is extremely overrated.

[@PeruvianPotato]

Frozen belongs in Hollywood Studios, not Epcot

[@mancave10369]

@@PeruvianPotato *[I don’t mind the Frozen ride, but I do have to agree it has a better place in Fantasyland than Epcot. I just wish people would shut up about Frozen Ever After replacing this ride.]*

[@demoasim]

I'm gonna miss this ride. And the pointless oil farm scene.

[@Angie2343]

ROFL!!!!!!! That part is funny! I hope they make a tribute to that in the Ftozen ride. XD!!!!!!!

[@SonofMrPeanut]

Angie2343 I'm imagining Olaf rolling around in oil. :P

[@brokentilebench]

177WW I love that part

[@yippedoodah]

@@SonofMrPeanut Elsa shooting oil out of her finger tips or the sisters both inhaling deeply "Is that....OIL!?"

[@JOHN1010KNOWNBYHIM]

lol 4:58

[@Sakura_Matou]

Frozen has no place at Epcot.

[@rosiehudson6429]

Amen!!

[@ffinianhe]

Ikr they should keep this ride and replace a ride which nobody cares about anymore in Magic Kingdom.

[@nakbearevalo]

Well... Nemo is there.

[@eric3529]

+Chayson Dam It will always be "The Living Seas" to me.

[@ffinianhe]

+Chayson Dam yeah nemo is there, and it was a big mistake by Disney mixing themes, but you'd think they would have learnt from there mistakes, but they clearly haven't.

[@buttersstotch407]

This ride scared me to death when I was younger

[@avarimallonee2258]

Me too.... I would always cry before I got on but my parents made me anyway...... oh well

[@Panhan17]

I would always close my eyes. But then loved it after a while. I'm sad it's gone

[@sydneycullen2997]

same, i had to get on it and i cried the entire time

[@vibezzz7211]

3:40 that abomination paralyzed me for a week, and damn its still pretty unnerving to me.

[@Meevij48]

Avari Mallonee SAME HOLY

[@IlluminatorBoiiii]

Noooooo! That ride was the perfect representation of the Norwegian history!! 😫😭

[@ParvusVideos]

fffffffffffreaky

[@demondincredible]

LET IT GOOOO LET IT GOOOOOO

[@moekitsune]

Really? Are you kidding me? Are you FUCKING kidding me?

[@celestiadrools9551]

demondincredible NO I WILL NOT 😖

[@SuperBunnyGirlxox]

An important thing to understand is that many rides in Disney, especially in Epcot, have sponsors so Disney can afford to keep rides open. When the sponsors stop funding the ride, it usually does not end well. This was seen with the ride Horizons that was in Epcot (which closed after GE stop sponsoring) as well as the Wonders of Life pavilion (sponsored by MetLife until they dropped it, and the pavilion had to close its attractions). Each of the country pavilions in World Showcase are funded by the country they represent. Recently, Norway stopped funding the pavilion. In order to prevent closing the area entirely, Disney needed a way for people to keep coming back (and draw larger crowds to Epcot in general), so what is disneys current huge money maker that happens to take place in an area that fits Norway? Frozen. So it may not fit in Epcot or World Showcase per say, and it may not be everyone's favorite option, but Disney knows what they're doing

[@LehmanVideos]

Technically that's not true. Disney owns most countries except 3. The reason those aren't funded is because those countries wanted to make sure they were represented well.

[@mayganphynix8267]

yep because multi billionaires need more money. 🙃

[@mayganphynix8267]

@@LehmanVideos what are the 3?

[@STSGuitar16]

I understand this, but how is it that an almost trillion-dollar company can’t afford to keep funding a ride like Maelstrom? Surely it wouldn’t be so much as to financially jeopardize the company, right? Like I said, I do understand why they have sponsors, I just think it’s hard to believe that Disney wouldn’t be able to afford paying for an attraction like maelstrom.

[@Burnzy1518]

@@STSGuitar16 The main problem is that Norway only agreed to doing a ride about them if and only if it was/is very accurate. This ride is let’s say very Americanized. A lot of these mistakes are just flat out wrong and show that Disney didn’t fully understand Norway when making or having this ride. Stuff like there is no giant Bigfoot thing in Norse Methology. Also, I’m from Canada and can tell you polar bears don’t live in caves or in the dark because it’s a huge threat to their well being and they can’t see very well. Even the video had American music to it, a kid that had no parents and they didn’t teach kids how to Viking fight until they were older not 5 years old. That and other stuff. Disney was also given narrations and other stuff which the drowned out with loud noises and random waterfall things. Norway wasn’t just pulling the plug on paying for stuff but was down right offended by the changes made without their permission on a ride about them. I’m sorry but Disney never gave an f about Norway. They didn’t learn much about Norway. I learned more in school in Canada then that entire ride and video. Not only that it was/is accurate. Norway agreed to the Frozen ride and made sure it was accurate. Before that they were about to pull the plug on everything. No videos, no maps, no drawings, no paintings, no sculptures, no pavilion and no rides. They wanted nothing to do with Disney. Disney wanted to change their history and mythology into what they wanted and what they thought people wanted to see and would pay for.

[@oliviaprevost0214]

todays kids will never know how great this ride was

[@XxNooberSitoXxAkaNoob]

Exactly, this ride will always be my favorite..

[@squidly3270]

i wish i could go on it one more time

[@celestiadrools9551]

Stupid Frozen 😡😡😡😡😡😡😡

[@ylimethenarwhal3835]

Yeah its sad but teenagers now had a chance to see it at least. It was my favorite ride for as long as I could remember though.

[@reisenbunny1235]

After watching about this ride, I missed out in so much.... ;-;

[@schwarzerregen9338]

such a shame an intresting ride like that is being replaced with Frozen Garbage

[@emmiedolan1916]

yeah, I mean Frozen was a cute movie and all but I'm really upset they got rid of this...I loved this ride

[@jasminapesakovic2351]

+ThePoolofDeath I agree! I mean Frozen was cute and sweet at first, but now Disney is just obsessing over it. Like it came out almost 3 years ago! Get over it! I also heard that they might change the Cinderella Castle to Elsa's frozen palace, but that's just a rumor so I'm not really sure.

[@TabularJoker]

+Jasmina Pesakovic I can't believe frozen is replacing this it's because everyone is having frozen fever

[@mondenkindqueen]

+ThePoolofDeath It is a shame that an original concept was replaced by Frozen. But I don't necessarily blame Disney. Frozen is popular and it makes them money. If people keep paying money for Frozen stuff, Disney will keep churning it out. Seriously though, Frozen is absolutely inappropriate thematically for EPCOT. Arendelle may be set in a fantasy Nordic country, but it is still fantasy.

[@adamgugel4686]

yeah frozen is crap

[@Ansarum]

See this is why i love channels like this. You guys preserve the history of rides and attractions (good or bad) and let everyone see the evolution of an area such as EPCOT. So thank you for doing what you do!

[@duplexidemic]

This was a ride I highly enjoyed as a kid for how modest it was, it had a lot of heart and a nice comfortable atmosphere. The technology was nothing special and it wasn't new and polished but it had a lot of charm. I've only ever been to the park once and figured that when I went at some point in the future it would be nice to ride it again since I had such fond memories of it. Sad to see it's gone.

[@Dreaklock]

I hate that they got rid of this ride. It makes it even worse that they replaced it with that godawful Frozen garbage

[@walterclements2192]

I know maelstrom was awesome, and frozen is overrated poo

[@351wmustanggt]

Hate to see this go away, I am Norwegian of Viking descent and enjoyed going through this ride. Although Disney does have a way of taking a creative license to make things more interesting to the average person. Hence the story of Frozen which is based on a Danish Fairy Tale written by Hans Christian Anderson who was of Danish descent. So I guess they lump all Scandinavians together and with the success of the movie Frozen just assume most people won't know the difference. I mean hey, Sven, Olaf sounds Norwegian doesn't it.

[@SirBlackReeds]

Inspired according to the credits, though it bares so little semblance that they didn't even need to purchase the rights.

[@Swiftbow]

It does bear no resemblance, but I'm pretty sure those rights are public domain by now anyway.

[@keegster7167]

+jacoblgames True, but you don't need to purchase the rights to something written in 1844.

[@robinlillian9471]

It's still in bad taste to put a Danish story in the Norway pavilion.

[@donjoey22]

Yea I’m also of Norwegian descent. This ride meant a lot to me but when they scrapped it for the dumb plastic princess ride it broke my heart.

[@MHbibimovelpaty]

But EPCOT is to show the cultures of other countries , right? So what Frozen has to do with all this? Not supposed to be in the Magic Kingdom ? If things are so, then where is the attraction of Rapunzel and Snow White in the German session? Of course that frozen new "Toy" is amazing, but why it is in EPCOT? It should be at Magic Kingdom! Disney have fantastic ideas but the place it's not correct (sorry for THE bad english)

[@rocketboy1803]

Norway

[@metalsonicdoll8072]

Norwegians would disagree with you on that.

[@inventions178]

frozen is Norwegian

[@FeministCatwoman]

The origin story is actually Danish, but even if Frozen is a remake set in Norway, it has ZERO to do with Norwegian culture or history. The new ride is a shame and disappointment.

[@johnl636]

They want to attract more people to EPCOT.

[@vernxen3498]

This is a lot less terrifying then my 9 year old brain remembers. I remember the 3 headed dude in my nightmares being much scarier.

[@squidly3270]

ikr

[@cherryspice1011]

sameeee

[@1958mlvc]

They might as well call Disney World, Toddler World because eventually all the classic Disney rides will be removed and replaced by rides that are extremely baby-fied. I understand Disney has to change with the times but I thought Walt Disney intended for most of the attractions to cater to a general audience. Not just kids. Adults enjoy Disney World as well and should have attractions that cater to them too but at this rate, everything will turn into kiddie land. You can call me selfish all you want but the Disney company needs to understand that there are adults who enjoy Disney World as much as kids.

[@PERSONvsGAMING]

No frozen world everything is always frozen

[@MNIMnoob]

"I can't believe they're adding a Disney movie in Disney World! They might as well call it Disney World if all they're gonna add is Disney-related stuff!!" That's how your bitching sounds like

[@jackdonohue7893]

MNIMnoob I can’t believe how wrong and childish you sound. You don’t deserve to watch this video if you act like this.

[@kaycemarie1224]

@@jackdonohue7893 That comment is 5 years old dude LMAO

[@dougconley]

Had to come watch this after watching a video of that Frozen crap ride. Disney really messed up this time. :(

[@arianna8088]

+Remy G 😂😂😂 "let it go"

[@beatboxrob]

+Remy G stop

[@jaciboid5684]

Its not that bad, but it's really not meant for people who like all kinds of rides, it's targeted towards parents to take there little kids and the rest of there family on.

[@inventions178]

its actually good Disney didnt mess up

[@dougconley]

+Josh Rumsey The location is where they messed up.

[@jakmckratos6]

A hidden gem. Every generation gets an exclusive set of things to do in Disney. I'm thankful this was part of it.

[@KayCeeTX21]

Thanks for sharing this. I'm sad it's closing. Walt intended Epcot to be a worlds fair. He wanted people of all nations to be able to come together and learn from each other and about each other. The loss of this ride is frustrating despite its lack of thrills. It was unique and educational and gave people a small glimpse of another culture. Frozen may be set in Norway...kind of...but the educational aspect will be sucked right out in favor of animated snow people and ice throwing princesses. I will definitely be avoiding the the hysteria of the next year or so. Farewell Maelstrom. You will be missed!!

[@JoyStar]

However, tourism to Norway has gone up quite a bit thanks to Frozen, so...

[@WeePepsiRaws]

I'm actually really angry they replaced this with Frozen, ffs ):

[@TrueLifeAdventures]

While I recognize the technical superiority of Frozen, I feel it does nothing to add to the Norway Pavilion. It simply doesn't belong in Epcot, but in the Magic Kingdom. Maelstrom, you will be missed.

[@ebook3]

R.I.P Maelstrom You were always one my favorite rides. I hope Disney doesn't take a dump on you and make the Frozen ride shitty.

[@TheGandolf1]

You know they will. The ride was not about the thrill, It was about the culture. All but three original Epcot ride are still around. Two have been changed slightly, but still run. Epcot was built PERFECT the first time. They took out everything that was a fan favorite. Claimed high maintenance as the reason. BS! Replaced it with crap! Nothing against Frozen, but Disney can take this idea and ...well...you get the idea.

[@ebook3]

Haha I agree with you, Frozen has no place in the Norway pavilion. I mean I can kinda see a little connection between them both but it's not gonna match what Maelstrom represented at all. But i'm curious as to how they'll pull it off.

[@celestiadrools9551]

Ryann Newsome Amazing or not Frozen is still a cash grab 😐

[@emilioxd6140]

But the frozen ride is also cool, not as great maelstrom obviously

[@celestiadrools9551]

Emilio Treviño but maelstrom taught a purpose about Norway. Frozen did not.

[@jaciboid5684]

R.I.P, damn Frozen is taking over the world

[@inventions178]

its not really frozen is getting old

[@wills.6686]

+Josh Rumsey i live in orlando and the new frozen ride has an average wait time of 3-5 hrs so its getting real old

[@Brickbuilder128]

+will S. Damn, that's a long time

[@momiam]

will S.

[@celestiadrools9551]

Jaciboid56 yeah I know and I’m sick of it

[@ShinGokuIAM]

Of all the times I've been to Epcot I have never heard of this ride until last year. I went and rode it earlier this year and now it's gone.

[@minecraftmalazer123]

Was it good?

[@themeparkreview]

Matthew may It was "ok" - Watch the video - It's pretty much as you see on the screen.

[@ShinGokuIAM]

Matthew may it was alright I rode it 8 times while I was there

[@alexandrac4102]

I accidentally reported theme park reviews comment when I was meant to like it D; sorry

[@celestiadrools9551]

Yeah better than frozen

[@ambercaylencloud8708]

Honestly I bet in like 2018 no ones gonna care about frozen anymore

[@RebeccaH808]

ambercaylencloud More like next year, after watching it so many times you kinda get sick of it. Not for little kids though, they'll never get sick of it! :P

[@Disneysenthusiast]

The ride is coming out in 2016 they are ahead of schedule. So yes, people will go crazy over it! Also, the squeal is coming out in like 2016 -2017 so don't worry it will still be alive and growing

[@walterclements2192]

I wish

[@ausername5410]

My friend, you are correct

[@kallimaynard2358]

Hello there. Update from nearly 2018. (11/29/2017, for you future dwellers). There have been a LOT of 10-30 minute waits on frozen ever after as of late and frozen merchandise is down, hence the frozen "short" on the beginning of coco.

[@Red_Ryan_Red]

I loved Maelstrom, I don't care what anyone says. I wish it was staying this way, I'm not a Frozen fan.

[@TheGandolf1]

I could not agree more

[@Funnyvideos-tq6bh]

These people need to stop with all this frozen shit, who cares about a little movie damn

[@walterclements2192]

i have never agreed more to anything.

[@Kicksno1fan]

Its fucking Disney world....its where you go to see disney stuff...frozen is disney. So sit yo ass down.

[@SirBlackReeds]

Frozen would fit better at Magic Kingdom.

[@joeyservo]

"You are not de first to pass dis vey". Fuck, I'll never hear that again in person. Why the fuck didn't they put that Frozen shit in The Magic Kingdom where it belongs?

[@TuneBoyOfficial]

joeyservo They didn't have the money and the new ride will attract a lot more popularity than the Maelstrom. People will definitely come to Epcot just to ride the Frozen ride. It was a business move and one that clearly worked.

[@joeyservo]

TuneBoy Well, of course I know why, I'm just venting for the loss of some heavy nostalgia.

[@TuneBoyOfficial]

joeyservo You asked why so I answered. Sorry.

[@bryce5106]

Frozen fans, I respect you. But seriously?! Everything had to be Frozen now! Gaston's Tavern? nah! Lets make it ELSA'S F*CKING ICE CASTLE!!!!!! It's A Small World? that classic ride that was made by Walt himself! PHHHH! Let's make it ANNA'S F*CKING FJORD ADVENTURE!!!!!! I mean, What the HELL!?!?!? I'm sorry, but it's been FOUR FLIPPING YEARS SINCE THIS 2 HOUR LONG 4 YEAR OLD MOVIE CAME OUT! Did people forget to change the battery in their clock?!?!? I maybe overreacting, but still.

[@NoName-vz7qk]

It's a small world was replaced by frozen too? What the hell 😡

[@hermitcosplays5293]

+Aai Gree no it wasnt

[@adelmokrane1929]

Better yet,let's turn Disneyland and Disney World into Arendelle Resort complete with demolition videos of the rides Walt Disney built himself. (sarcasm)

[@MessyMondanoGaming]

Let's name the parks after the characters

[@MrDOCTORDERPY]

why are you blaming the fans?

[@plove53]

wish they would give frozen a Viking funeral!

[@DiscordAceOfClubs]

Yeah no... Disney says asking as it makes them lots of money they are keeping Frozen.

[@michaeljohnselbig4627]

What my 19 year old daughter said to me while watching this... "Okay. So there's a lot of hate going out towards this being changed to Frozen. I have been to Disney 25 times in my life and I'm only 19. Really the only thing that interested me about this ride was that it went backwards. That's it. Now when I was a kid I liked that it had the trolls, but I never understood why they were there until I learned about the myths as I got older. After a while though the ride got boring, and It really had no purpose. I thought the movie that was on afterwards explained Norway better then the ride did. I'm really glad they decided to change it. Now am I thrilled about the whole Frozen thing? No, but I am curious as to what they are going to do with it. Honestly what I do believe the company should have done was put Thor in there. Since he is actually a Norse Mythology god it would make sense. But I don't think that Frozen is going to "Shit on" this ride because One it's a movie so it can't shit on anything, and Two we don't even know what Disney has planed for it, and we are already criticizing it! I understand almost every teen, and adult are sick of Frozen, but complaining about this isn't going to make the Disney company change their minds. They want to make Epcot more appealing to kids. A lot of you are saying that Epcot wasn't ment for kids and the characters need to stay out of Epcot, but back when it first opened people complained that they weren't in the park! So really the whole "Characters should stay out of Epcot" argument is invalid. And Look what they did to the river boat ride in Mexico. I LOVE that ride, and I love the search for Donald as you go through. As a family when ever we are back there we always head there first. And hardly anyone complained when the other princesses were back in their countries. Also Epcot was supposed to be a place where people could actually live, but that idea got scrapped when Walt died, and they couldn't find the rest of the plans. I'm sorry if this was really long, but I'm really tired of people not realizing what is actually going on, and not understanding what Epcot was supposed to be. Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow. Not Here's the Countries, and Forget what Disney stands for!"

[@TheSonicChaotix]

I actually agree.

[@DiscordAceOfClubs]

Me too I agree as well. Unfortunately they can't put Thor or any Marval characther in the parks yet. Marval is owned by Disney yes, but Universal still has the rights till there contract ends and they have to close down there Marval area. That's why Disney dosent have any Marval characthers at any of the parks.

[@Hornel66]

The Norse Gods would be a great addition. It would be better if they used the actual Norse Gods and not the Marvel versions. First because it would be more genuine and second so they wouldn't infringe on Universal. Universal may own the Marvel rights but no one owns the rights to the Gods. Just make sure Thor has red hair, gauntlets, belt of strength and is in no way related to Loki and I think they'll be fine.

[@ChikaTakami]

I'm really upset about this, for one this is my favorite park in disney world; secondly my family and I love this ride; and three; I hate frozen ._.

[@thatbench4307]

Same

[@VioletEyes2011]

Then don't go

[@Djdaddywaffles]

dude, move on...just...."let it go"...:D

[@TheGandolf1]

I agree totally sonic!

[@animatorwithoutrethinking]

Ken Tan NO. Kid, he hates Frozen, why would he wanna "let it go"??

[@creativeponyproductions]

I’m sad is gone. The Frozen ride isn’t bad, but you can’t beat Malestrom. Luckily as a children’s book writer/ illustrator I can put elements of the Malestrom into my children’s book about a tiny dragon ship with no mast, or sail that saves a little girl who fell into the water and is being carried away by the current.

[@matts.6904]

At this rate Disney is going to be mostly kiddie rides. Looks like just another one added to the stack to make teens and adults more disinterested and bored.

[@SpookyDisneyPrincess]

Think you may be right... I'm a teen and I feel like Disney doesn't care about me for my age :/ I try and be a part of things and I'm excluded or given dirty looks even though I'm just safely and peacefully enjoying myself and having fun. Is it because Disney has had nothing but trouble with teens and adults, so now they believe they're only going to cause trouble now? If so, I'd like to show that I'm a good egg so they can give me an exception lol

[@BryanBXx]

You just MIGHT be right but a lot of these "Kiddies" rides even I enjoy and I'm a teen.

[@wingedwillow5549]

Maybe something to make someone smile if they ever come across my comment but I used to call this ride nail Storm

[@lukethelegend9705]

As a guy with extreme Scandinavian ancestry, I’m sad I never got to go on this ride while it was there.

[@Melody1474]

its funny that disney's little mermaid was a great movie, but it took them 22 years to finally have a true ride attraction based on the film, while frozen, which isn't as good as the movie seems to be, is having like a full fledged attraction withing a matter of 2 years ? wth ? O_o

[@britney1664]

Melody1474 they just want to squeeze as much money out of frozen as possible

[@Trey_816]

I miss this ride, I mean, HOW CAN THEY REPLACE THIS, WITH A LITTLE CARTOON THAT WASN'T EVEN THAT GOOD!!!!!??

[@lovleynoir]

Bc disney goes by popular demands, little kids are drawn to Frozen, so therefore the park and ride will get more attention. It's sad but true.

[@iFlyPlanesSoYouDontHaveTo]

i don't get how a frozen-related ride in the norwegian part of the park makes any sense. this is gonna suck

[@TheBazinga314]

+bmlguy My thoughts exactly! I know that Arendelle is based on Norway but it's NOT the real Norway. World Showcase's main purpose is to represent 11 different countries' cultures and history, not Disney Princesses or talking snowmen. Disney should have considered putting it in either New Fantasyland or somewhere in Hollywood Studios :/

[@muninntog142]

Frozen takes place in Norway

[@eric3529]

+Saxy Gamer It's based on a Danish fairy-tale. Denmark is not Norway.

[@youtubehandlesareridiculous]

I don't get it this to teach people about culture in the real world, not to capitalize off of a dumb fad movie.

[@ElFreakinCid]

+Eric Caton Being written by a Dane =/= taking place in Denmark.

[@bluescarlet5479]

Damn! My friends and I loved that ride it was a classic and fit in with the theme for that country. With!? Frozen is just a trend and really shouldn't be at Epcot, one of their other parks yeah but, geez more greedy tactics to capitalize on their movies a d merchandising opportunities. Epcot's for adult's asmhch if not more than the kiddies...😕

[@idunnobutyay2520]

That's true. If you look at it, Frozen's kinda achieved cult movie status

[@inventions178]

frozen will make epcot more popular

[@LegolasNordark]

It pisses me the fuck off that they are replacing this with a frozen ride.

[@TheBazinga314]

Amen! They should have put it somewhere in New Fantasyland or next to that Frozen sing-along show or whatever in Hollywood Studios, not Epcot! Isn't World Showcase's point the history and education of different countries, not Disney princesses or talking snowmen?

[@LegolasNordark]

Well, here's where I disagree with you: That ride SHOULD go to Epcot, and as much as i wish Disney would stop shoving Frozen down our throats, I think a frozen ride is a cool addition to the Norwegian Plaza. It fits the theming well, and epcot dosn't get nearly enough love. The last new ride that was placed there was Mission Space back in 2003, and while the building isn't new for this ride, I'm counting it as new becuase they're gutting the entire interior. The problem I have is that they're removing Maelstorm. Maelstorm is in the top 5 coolest rides in epcot, IMO, and to see it go for more promotion of a movie that people got sick of 4 months after it's release is what pisses me off.

[@Kicksno1fan]

Dont complain until you actually see it...Walt Disney himself said he doesnt want everything in Disney parks to stay the same, he wants new changes and expansions...so stop whining.

[@LegolasNordark]

i'm not saying that it's gonna be bad. I'm just pissed that they're still shoving Frozen down our throats, and that Maelstorm of all things is a casualty because of this.

[@SirBlackReeds]

I don't think Walt himself would have like Frozen, and he definitely wouldn't approve of Frozen replacing the Maelstrom.

[@hunterstinson7224]

Obviously wasn't the last ride if there was a boat with people boarding it right behind you.... C'mon

[@themeparkreview]

Please READ the title next time...

[@chartle1]

last ride EVER makes it sound like the very last as in last guests riding the ride.

[@GoofyHD3]

+Cliff Hartle it says last ride ever FOR THEMEPARK REVIEW

[@chartle1]

+Hunter Stinson Did they change the title? I recall it just said "The Last Ride Ever on Maelstrom at Epcot Walt Disney World"

[@patrickkelly2364]

+Cliff Hartle KZbin abbreviates it like that before clicking on the video

[@Me-hs4jj]

As a kid I was, in fact I still am obsessed with Norway. So being able to experience this was just magical. I really wanted to live in this ride.

[@TheY2AProblem]

3:33 WAIT! WE CAN'T STOP HERE! THIS IS TROLL COUNTRY!

[@goodbyejeffery]

JESUS GOD ALMIGHTY, LOOK AT THAT BUNCH OVER THERE MAN! THEY'VE SPOTTED US!

[@jimsprigg7931]

Honestly they could have left this where it was and put wandering oaken’s sliding sleighs somewhere in the back of the pavilion

[@dizneegirl76]

This is so sad! EPCOT is being over run by characters taking away its rich history and uniqueness. BOO!

[@idunnobutyay2520]

RIP Maelstrom. 😢

[@ELowe26]

I think I rode this when I was 4. I don't remember anything but the creepy animatronics that had the glowing eyes. I don't remember anything else.

[@navyplumberboy8274]

seriously? they're taking everything sentimental out.

[@ausername5410]

ITS 2018 DISNEY NO ONE CARES ABOT FRIGGIN FROZEN ANYMORE.

[@squidly3270]

back then they did

[@charondusk5608]

I literally just found out that Maelstrom had been decommissioned. It was one of the major reasons I'd always wanted to return to Epcot (the other being Starship Earth and the Imagination Ride), and finding out it had been replaced, especially with something Frozen of all things, is a bit of a downer.

[@spencercook3823]

Frozen is stealing everything in Disneyland and DCA, as well as Disney World? Dang you, Frozen.

[@TheBazinga314]

+The Loki I know right- it really is a shame :/

[@celestiadrools9551]

Spencer Cook it is indeed 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@mrkthompsn]

"You are not the first to pass this way... nor will you be the LAST". HA!

[@BioHaggard]

This was my favorite ride at WDW. “Norway’s sprit has always been, will always be adventure!”

[@NoName-vz7qk]

How special is this "Frozen attraction" that an entire ride needs to be torn down for it? Geez

[@Kicksno1fan]

Dont complain until you actually see it...Walt Disney himself said he doesnt want everything in Disney parks to stay the same, he wants new changes and expansions...so stop whining.

[@GreenforeverLeaf]

+Kicksno1fan Why not put it in one of the many empty spaces Epcot has? Or even use the cranium command building? There's so many empty and abandoned spots at Epcot. Why close something that had traffic up until it closed?

[@SirBlackReeds]

To answer your question, it's not special. It's just Disney milking Frozen for all it's worth.

[@inventions178]

well the frozen ride is the same layout

[@Angie2343]

How special is the Nemo version of The Living Seas, as well?

[@keels2404]

Aww😢 I'm going to miss this ride! It was so cool! I don't think frozen even goes with the Epcot theme.

[@2doot]

Oh boy... Frozen has already gotten pretty old quickly (just another little fad...) and they choose to make this decision. They didn't make The Little Mermaid ride until around the 2010's despite the movie first coming out in the 80's because they wanted to make sure that those movies wouldn't be complete fads that would be thrown out eventually, yet they jump the shark with this even though Frozen is already digging it's own grave among most people? Pretty sad.

[@lincoln7030]

2D's blue-ty shorts they do that to be sponsored to get money from the rides I think

[@stevenmatheson8232]

i never got the chance to ride this but from what i read in the comments, people realy enjoy it. now i know alot of people like frozen (even though it was annoying, badly writen, and all the songs were sang of key) so i get why they would put in a frozen ride... however, i feel that ride would be better in the magic kingdom or because epcot does have alot of unused space, put it somewhere else because i dont feel frozen tells the story of that country quite like this ride (although it does need a face lift) and isnt that what epcot is about? not just looking into the future but also remembering and exploring the past of all nations and lands.

[@stressfreegames3524]

I like this ride I will miss it

[@sirtoby2070]

Such an underrated ride!! It's a shame to see it replaced. But hey, one day, when the Frozen ride becomes irrelevant and gets taken out, I suspect the KZbin (or whatever people will use in the future) comments section will blow up the same way.

[@celestiadrools9551]

I want frozen to be taken out and for this ride to come back.

[@donjoey22]

A charming, interesting themed ride replace with corporate plastic... typical...

[@RepublicofMAC]

I miss the days when Epcot had its own identity; its rides, timeless. Now its a platform for the movie du jour, which become dated more rapidly and rob Epcot its original intent, which, although Disney's vision never became a reality, still betrays him.

[@OfficialBBSW]

Why are all these rides closing?

[@maddiem2463]

One word: Frozen

[@OfficialBBSW]

Maddie M oh

[@CassieeScmassiee]

To elaborate on what Maddie said, yes, Maelstrom is being replaced with a Frozen attraction since it's in the Norway Pavilion (Frozen is based in Norway) and Disney wants to squeeze every ounce of attention that they can get out of the movie's success. It's a real shame, Maelstrom was such a cool and educational ride, and (as much as I love Frozen) now it's unfortunately going to be replaced with something based on a movie on the sole reason that it'll bring more attention to the park.

[@celestiadrools9551]

Frozen has nothing to do with Norway 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@RogueWolf2006]

@@celestiadrools9551 yes it takes place in norway

[@PurpleBox89]

Disappointed I never got the chance to try this pre-Frozen. But I'm glad they seem to have kept the basic style of the ride the same. Soooo did the ship legit pop out of the attraction??? That's so cool!

[@addielyons5207]

Stop milking this Frozen bullshit, disney.

[@fuhgetabatit1051]

For all of you complaining that they took Maelstrom out of the pavilion, and why they did......money. Disney has an insatiable appetite for money. Frozen is still making money for Disney off of merchandise.....not so much the movie itself. And this is gonna bring billions to Disney, and guess what?! I will be one of the first to get myself a margarita from Mexico and go on the new Frozen ride and meet Elsa and Anna again as happy as I can be because I just love Frozen! And years ago.....The Norway pavilion was always dead, now, it will be busting with people, that is what Disney wants, that is what Disney will get. Sorry guys, the Princesses make lotsa money for Disney.

[@nogoodnews4461]

I wish they weren't getting rid of this ride. I've always loved Norway and the Norwegian pavilion is the closest I can get to going to Norway without a passport. Disney should have just fixed the ride up a bit. Not replaced it with a semi-fictional culture and fully-fictional characters. The only thing I am almost excited for is the possibility of an animatronic Olaf. But honestly, my favorite part of this ride was the animatronic polar bear and the Norway pavilion was the best in Epcot. Now it might as well be the Arendelle pavilion.

[@emilioxd6140]

An important thing to understand is that many rides in Disney, especially in Epcot, have sponsors so Disney can afford to keep rides open. When the sponsors stop funding the ride, it usually does not end well.Each of the country pavilions in World Showcase are funded by the country they represent. Recently, Norway stopped funding the pavilion. In order to prevent closing the area they created the frozen ride

[@howlshaircoloring9677]

The worst part for me is that it closed from being educational about my country to something that shows almost nothing of my culture And is even inspired by a DANISH tale. I would love to see maelstorm when it was still running to hear what you where told but Disney wants to milk frozen for all it has so

[@zacharygonzalez1932]

Norways spirit has always been and will always be Adventure!

[@shawnchrystafur]

I'm actually excited that they are going to change it and make it Frozen themed. My little girl LOVES that movie.. And I'm always all for when they make Rides based on Movies.. Wish they would do more..

[@shawnchrystafur]

Anyone know when construction will be over?

[@maddiem2463]

2016

[@ParvusVideos]

20 16

[@jtbedazzle]

well i hope your little girl gets sustenance from the tears of the elders who will weep as the fond memories of this ride slowly dissolve into the voids of time.

[@rwright6985]

jtbedazzle IT'S THE CLOSURE OF A THEME PARK RIDE, NOT THE BLOODY FUNERAL OF A CLOSE FAMILY MEMBER!! Geez, get a grip... Next, you'll want... *Chorus Of Violins Start Playing Mournful Dirge* Oh great, just great...

[@JackieSmash07]

I see no point in removing this ride and adding Frozen... The countries is no place for a princess ride... they should have left the countries alone! Frozen should stay at Magic Kingdom or move her to MGM... yes I said MGM... Hollywood studios my ass. UGH Disney.... why must you do stupid things?

[@surferthedino2693]

When it closed we were at Disney and we got fast passes and we had no idea it was the last ride and we walked right on and the line was longer than the park was opened😊

[@thecolourfulway]

I loved Maelstrom :( as a small child it really got me interested in my norwegian heritage. I loved how the trolls and magic are a focus not just vikings, and the modern jndustry paintings at the end were actually cool to me. It's such a shame they didn't just upgrade this :(((

[@kelkel421]

this was one of my favorite rides at all of Disney, I only got to go on it once but it was one of the best times and one of the best memories with my grandfather, i cant believe their taking it down, it makes me so sad :'(, (i know im gonna get some hate for this) but f frozen

[@genjibenkei]

My beloved Maelstrom! One of my favorite rides of all times and all the parks

[@xsm5525]

tragic decision to now make this in the theme of freaking frozen or whatever the stupid kids movie is called. should have kept it as this, I have no interest in frozen.

[@emilyswestyn1257]

Why does frozen always have to get between other disney features?A lot of people are acting like frozen is the best movie EVER! Frozen is a good movie, but why replace an awesome ride at one of the worlds greatest place on earth? Couldn't they just put the frozen ride at DisneyLAND?

[@LoveThatFairyTaleBS]

Emily Swestyn Lol here at Disneyland there is no space left for anything.

[@emilyswestyn1257]

YEAH!! Totally agree

[@MNIMnoob]

+Emily Swestyn no I don't think you get it. In DisneyLand, they physically can't add anything more because there's no more room. Walt didn't repeat the same mistake though. He made sure that Disney World would have tons of more acres to add a lot more of whatever they can for future generations. You'd be surprised by how small Disneyland is over here

[@janetplanet4595]

Norway's spirit has always been will always be adventure......unless they make a ride with no conflict whatsoever in it where the drops have no context!!!!

[@JJ-fh3ur]

It's kinda sad seeing these rides close down.

[@karlhungus2115]

Remember when Disney use to build a good balance of original rides and rides based on franchises? Those were good times. That's why you have rides like Thunder Mountain, Jungle Cruise, and Space Mountain. Rides that are pushing over 50+ years old and still feel timeless. Now you have god dam Bob Chapek prioritizing ONLY rides based on blockbuster franchises. So 10 years from now when you ride Spiderman/Guardians/Avatar everything has already started to feel old and outdated. "Wow! look how young and slim Chris Pratt use to look!" There's definitely a place for rides based on movies in Disney theme parks for sure (I do actually really enjoy the new Guardians/Tower ride!), but if that's all you do and don't balance it with what made Disney theme parks timeless and original (Haunted Mansion/Pirates/Figment/ect) then you turn in to Universal Studios, who is constantly updated EVERY ride because they get old in 10 years.....

[@vivianagonzalez23]

I am actually really mad that they are replacing this ride. I dont care for this ride too much, but I absolutely HATE frozen. The movie is way too popular and overrated. If they have to add a frozen ride, fine. Just dont do it in the world showcase.

[@JoyStar]

Just a question, would you be more inclined to like Frozen if it weren't so popular? I honestly don't get why people sometimes have a (as TV Tropes says) "It's Popular, Now It Sucks" attitude toward things.

[@rwright6985]

airbendingavatar1 It's not so much Frozen I dislike... Just that damned walking Jack-In-The-Box Olaf. If most people met someone that annoyingly hyperactive in real life, they'd punch them in the nose... So why does the fact he's made out of snow make him more endearing?! I wish I was a Firebender, THEN I'd teach him a lesson... :)

[@JoyStar]

R Wright I think what makes him endearing and likeable IS his child-like mannerisms. And when you think about it, he has a reason to be: he was initially created by Anna and Elsa when they were young children, and during Let It Go Elsa built him as basically a memory of her old times with Anna and that yes, she did want to build a snowman all that time even though she told Anna to go away. Seeing as she had no idea her powers could create life at that point, the memories of her childhood were kind of transferred into Olaf, and the reason why he seems so childish is because he's basically the living snow-manefistation of Elsa when she was a child. :) (Also, so much win for that Avatar the Last Airbender reference. :D)

[@rwright6985]

I don't really give two hoots over his origin story... My point is, I can't stand him on his own 'merits'. The constant In-your-faceness, cheerful for no good reason, stupid as a mud pie, obsessed with 'hugs', that creepy little buck tooth, his crappy song, his goofy presence in an otherwise quite serious movie, his calculated naivety about warmer weather, his nails-on-blackboard voice... Do you need more? I could maybe dig up some other reasons, if you like. I cannot stress how much I loathe this sort of pandering-to-dumb small children character, and just the mere thought of that...'thing' has stopped me from replaying the movie a second time... Give me Marshmallow, anyday. That's why generally, I prefer reading the fanfics of Frozen... They concentrate on the movie's true strength: The relationship between the two sisters. No time for stupid antics with the filmic equivalent of Pee-Wee Herman... Anyway, thanks for persevering with my little rant. And I love the Avatar series as well. My favourite is Prince Zuko... Conflicted villains are the best ;)

[@eclipsethedragon1331]

I wish they updated the ride instead of replacing it.

[@deevums]

This makes me sad, I really liked this ride...

[@matthewpuzzo6071]

3:32 scarred me for life.

[@teatime3014]

Stop it with all this Frozen Stuff. It was Disneys decision, not yours

[@Kicksno1fan]

+CosmicSunset But Walt Disney himself said he doesnt want everything in Disney parks to stay the same, he wants new changes and expansions...they are going to keep his wish whether you like it or not. Everyone will go to disney parks no matter how many rides they change.

[@teatime3014]

Kicksno1fan Just clarifying, thanks for your comment. But what I was saying is people should accept the ride that Disney decided to do, and the others leaving mean comments should shut up and accept it. I like the new ride

[@nedflanders190]

In the future all rides will morph into video screens and rocking chairs. No one will comprehend moving past objects and classic attractions. Bring back horizons

[@eridium2x]

This was my favorite ride in the world. It’s so sad to know it’s gone for a frozen ride.

[@b_p5558]

Video title: last ride on maelstrom. Narrator: your not the first to pass through here, nor will you be last.

[@sammy2010poppy]

Kinda reminds me of Valhalla at Blackpool pleasure beach!

[@SaraH-ps8ob]

This ride scarred me for life

[@douglashall6326]

I never had the chance to go on this in person, but it looks grand. I remember this as a breakthrough attraction from the era in which the Disney parks were experiencing a renaissance. That being said, this attraction does look as if it had some issues. The unloading area set is not all that convincing. Frozen Ever After looks quite good, but I would have liked to see this in person.

[@taylorh.3484]

Better PRAY that Olaf the Snowman’s eyes actually work. His eyes eyes stopped working. Just a pair of empty black voids. The screens turned off. I’m still scarred for life after seeing that! All the characters are animatronic except for their eyes and faces, which use a reverse projector like screen to animate their facial expressions in CGI. IE: The screens that display Olaf’s eyes turned off do to a glitch.

[@Ballora1965]

I'd love to see a Wreck it Ralph Land-that would be great Hollywood studios.

[@celestiadrools9551]

I would actually like to see that one too 😊