New Films Debut at Epcot
EPCOT is in the middle of a huge transformation. A few new films made their debut at EPCOT this past weekend. The three new movies at Epcot will appeal to a wide range of audiences.
Awesome Planet
Let’s start in the Land Pavillion. On the second floor is a theater that has been closed for almost as long as I can remember. This is a deceivingly big two-story theater that can seat a large number of people. The film is approximately 10 minutes long and is titled: Awesome Planet.
This film is all about Earth and the different biomes of our planet. There are some amazing visuals. The message in the film touches slightly on conservation. I really enjoyed the film and so did my family ( boys 8 and 6 to remind you). This is a great spot to head to cool off or wait out a Florida rain shower.
The Beauty and Beast Sing- Along
This film is found in the France Pavillion in the same theater as Impressions de France. This “take” on Beauty and Beast is approximately 14 minutes long. Without spoiling the movie, there is a bit of a spin on the original animated cartoon. In my opinion, this is not half as fun as the Frozen Sing-along over at Hollywood Studios. To be honest my six year old expected there to be people on stage. The songs are a little more slow-paced and my kids and I did not know them quite as well. The lobby now has an exhibit dedicated to the costumes of Frech theater as well.
Canada Far and Wide
This film replaces the previous 360 circle vision film in the Canada Pavillion. This film takes us on a journey all over Canada. The film is beautiful and it made me and my husband want to book a family trip to Canada. This film is better than the previous 360 films. Canada Far and Wide focuses on the landscape and cityscapes of Canada and does not show the new narrators on screen. There are still some jokes to move the film along. It kept the attention of both my kids. If you have never been to the theater in Canada it is worth it just to walk back there and check out this beautiful pavilion.
All in all, I think these films are a great addition to EPCOT. They may not be rope drop worthy but certainly, something to do to escape the heat or the rain or get off your feet ( The 360 theater in Canada only has lean rails).
Let me know what you think when you see the new movies at Epcot!
Jen
I'm Jen. Disney Lover, runner, penny pincher and mother of two boys, We live a few short hours away from Orlando and try to visit often. Follow along for family and adult Disney adventures as well as the occasional non -Disney family adventure.
26 Comments
Jody
I really need to visit with my kids. We haven’t done Disney but all of us want to. I love the idea of movies to break things up a bit!
Jen
They are there e perfect little downtime but still entertaining
Brianne Tursi Manz
These sound like some great movies! Awesome Planet caught my eye, as did The Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along. My girls would love that one!
Jen
If you love the original movie you should get a kick out of the sing along
Matt Taylor
This is really cool! It has been 15 years since I was at Epcot. I can’t remember what films were playing back then. haha
Jen
Well this is probably the only update to movies in 15 years! Time to go back
Bill Sweeney
These are some great movies that Epcot is debuting. I would love to take the family there and see them.
Jen
They are great new editions
Ntensibe Edgar Michael
Aaahhh….alright then! I am on the close look-out for Beauty and the Beast-sing along. Must be very good.
Jen
Let me know what you think!!
Melanie williams
Oh wow this all looks very cool. sounds like some fab new movies are being shown for sure x
Jen
They are a welcome update!
Valerie
Looking forward to Awesome Planet, although I will always have a bit of a soft spot for the Timon and Pumbaa movie that used to be in that space. 🙃 We love Epcot and whenever possible we try to make it a two-day venture. ❤️
Jen
I think that is really requires two days.
Kim Young
My parents used to winter in Orlando – so I’ve been to Disney many times – and it was a different experience each time! I loved it…and as a Canadian I am sooo glad they updated the Canada pavilion and film!! 🙂
Jen
I enjoyed the film. Canada is so beautiful!
the joyous living
that’s too bad about the beauty and the beast sing along. i wonder why they don’t just have it as part of the beauty and the beast sage show as a pre-show?
Jen
That’s a great point…
Tiffany La Forge-Grau
These would be so much fun to see at Epcot. I have always wanted to travel there.
Jen
It’s a great park
Kendall
These look good! I haven’t been to Epcot in so long.
Jen
A lot is changing
littlemisadvencha
it’s the first time i heard about ths place Epcot! this one i think looks so much fun. would love to experience this place.
Cha at Little MisadvenCHA
Jen
There are so many things do do here!
Myrah Duque
Timba and Pumbaa have always been a favorite. Epcot is my happy place, I try to visit as often as I can since I am 1/2 hour away .
Jen
That’s fantastic that you get to visit often.