New Lion King Ride Coming to Disneyland Paris

Disneyland Paris has announced an exciting new Lion King-themed attraction, following a recent report of disappointing theme park results for the quarter ending in June. This announcement comes just days after Disney revealed plans to invest $60 billion over the next decade to enhance its theme park and cruise operations, a significant increase from previous spending. The Lion King attraction will be developed in the Walt Disney Studios Park, which is set to be rebranded as Disney Adventure World, and will follow the upcoming World of Frozen area, scheduled to open in 2026. The new Lion King area promises to immerse guests in the iconic story, with Disney's Imagineering team vowing to recreate the majestic Pride Rock. The attraction will feature a water ride that takes visitors on an adventure through Simba's journey from cub to king. In addition to the Lion King, Disney has also announced new rides themed around Encanto and Indiana Jones at its Animal Kingdom park, signaling a broader expansion of its attractions. Despite these developments, Disney faces challenges, including criticism from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis over the company's stance on a state law regarding classroom discussions on sexual orientation and gender identity. Additionally, plans to relocate 2,000 employees to a new campus near Walt Disney World have been scrapped due to changing business conditions and leadership. The recent decline in theme park revenue has been attributed in part to the upcoming 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, which has impacted visitor numbers. Nevertheless, Disney's experiences unit, encompassing parks and cruises, remains a vital source of profit, contributing 60% to the company's operating profit in the last quarter, a significant increase from a decade ago.