Yes, you read right…the classic 3-D film experience “Captain EO” is coming back to Walt Disney World Resortthis summer just months after it reopened to rave reviews at Disneyland park. The 17-minute musical space-fantasy adventure film is now scheduled to begin at Epcot on July 2.

I remember enjoying “Captain EO” during its original run at Epcot from 1986 -1994. But for some of you, it’ll be a new experience. The film features Michael Jackson as “Captain EO” and a crew of Disney-created space characters. During their journey, the group uses the power of dance, light and music to turn a colorless planet into a world of color and happiness.

And there’s more. “Captain EO” will be returning to other Disney Parks locations. It’s scheduled to open at Tokyo Disneyland on June 30 and Disneyland Paris on June 12. We’ll have more details on the film’s return to Walt Disney World in upcoming weeks but we wanted Disney Parks Blog

Hey guys, as most of you know, Captain EO re-opened early this morning at Tomorrowland! We got some photos from around the web of the event, so check them out!


The poster outside the theater. Notice how 'Tribute' was added to the film's title.


Heavy lines bustled out of the park as early as 6 AM.

The new line of Merchandise at sale outside the Newsstand.
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Imagineer Tony Baxter chats with guests about the return of Captain EO.


A sign directing guests to the attraction.



The sign marquee outside of the re-opened attraction in Tomorrowland.


A large scale look at the new sign, with Space Mountain topping out the background.


Lines weren't too bad today. The longest approximate waiting time in the prime of the day was around 40 minutes.


The crowded up and down streets of Tomorrowland, with the barren PeopleMover track sticking out and the planets facade in the distance.


Cute kids dressed as the King of Pop were eager to see Michael Jackson's return to the Magic Eye Theater.


Renee Colette was a dancer in the original EO film, was here to witness the event.


Debbie Lee Carrington started as 'Idy' in EO as well.


500 or so Fans poured into the theater at around 10 AM for the first showing of the Tribute.


Excited and pumped to watch the returning classic!


The film is over, and the audience fairly enjoyed it, as they clapped heavily when the lights turned back on.

Well, it was an awesome day for Captain EO fans, and everyone else! If you have seen the re-opened attraction, please comment letting us now!

Well everyone I hope you are all very excited for the return of Captain EO tomorrow! But today the Disneyland Twitter Account shared some exciting news (that they previously said they would) that new Captain EO Merchandise will launch with the re-opening of the Attraction!



The site lists these specific items:

Captain EO Logo Ladies Tee - $26.95

Captain EO Logo Men's Tee - $24.95

Captain EO Poster Men's Tee- $ 26.95

Captain EO Logo Crew Fleece - $42.95

Captain EO Logo Military Cap - $24.95

Captain EO Logo Beanie Hat - $24.95

Poster - $7.95

Captain EO Logo Button - $3.95

Captain EO Embroidered Nylon Jacket - Coming in early to mid-March!

Now that last item at the bottom really sort of caught my eye. 'mid-March!' it says, so we can at least assure that EO will last a month at Disneyland!

The items will be able to be purchased at these specific park locations:

Merchandise will be available at the following Disneyland® park locations and other select locations:

• Emporium on Main Street, U.S.A.
• Star Trader in Tomorrowland
• Tomorrowlanding in Tomorrowland
  
  

Well, this is exciting, especially for EO Fans! Hopefully we can buy some of this swag online, but if not, I'm sure somebody will haul some stuff on eBay.

Also, if anyone is seeing Captain EO tomorrow, send us a comment on this post telling us EVERYTHING about it, what it was like, did you enjoy it, have you seen the original film, etc. We want to know!

Well that's it for now, see you all very soon!

It's official. Captain EO will return to Tomorrowland at Disneyland this Tuesday, February 23rd!