Disney Debuts New Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run Ride Missions
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Disney has launched new interactive missions for its Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. The updated ride, developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm creatives, offers guests three distinct planetary adventures. The enhancements coincide with the release of the upcoming film 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu'.
Facts First
- New missions debuted for the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ride at Disneyland and Walt Disney World
- Three distinct planetary adventures are now available: Bespin, Coruscant, and Endor
- Ride roles have been expanded with engineers now choosing the mission destination
- Development involved collaboration between Walt Disney Imagineers and Lucasfilm creatives Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni
- The update is tied to the release of the film 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu'
What Happened
On May 22, new content for the Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run attraction debuted at Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The new ride experience offers three different mission choices: Bespin, Coruscant, or Endor. In each mission, the crew tracks ex-Imperial officers and pirates based on intel from Hondo Ohnaka regarding a deal on Tatooine. Pilots control the ship's direction, gunners defend the ship, and engineers now have the responsibility of deciding which of the three planetary destinations to visit.
Why this Matters to You
If you are planning a visit to Disneyland or Walt Disney World, you now have a more varied and interactive experience awaiting you at Galaxy's Edge. The new missions provide a reason to ride Smugglers Run multiple times to experience the different storylines and visuals. You may also encounter classic Star Wars characters like Darth Vader, Princess Leia, Han Solo, and Luke Skywalker near the Millennium Falcon and the TIE Echelon, adding to the immersive atmosphere of the land.
What's Next
The ride's update appears to be part of a broader promotional effort tied to the release of the upcoming film 'Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu'. Guests can expect Grogu to appear throughout the missions to check in on the crew, and engineers can check in on him aboard the Razor Crest. The enhanced ride visuals, powered by Unreal Engine technology, suggest Disney is likely to continue integrating new film and series content into its theme park attractions to keep experiences fresh for returning visitors.