About Behind the Attraction

"Behind the Attraction" is a Disney+ original, ten-part docuseries released in 2021 that reveals the fascinating history, fun, and unknown intricacies of popular Disney rides and attractions, from Haunted Mansion to The Jungle Cruise to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, and other iconic Disneyland and Walt Disney World locations. Each episode focuses on a single ride or theme park, exploring its origins and evolution over time.

Making/Production

"Behind the Attraction" was produced jointly by Seven Bucks Productions and The Nacelle Company, with Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, Hiram Garcia, Brian Volk-Weiss, and others serving as executive producers. Directed by Brian Volk-Weiss, the show combines archival and personal photos, interviews, reenactments, schematics, and more to bring the magic behind the scenes of Disney attractions to life.

Actors

• Paige O'Hara - The voice of Belle from "Beauty and the Beast" appeared in the "It's a Small World" episode, discussing her involvement in revamping the classic Disney ride.
• Paget Brewster - The voiceover artist beautifully narrates the series, contributing to its overall narrative and intrigue.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• This docuseries is one of a few Disney+ originals that leverages the expansive Disney archives to tell its stories.
• Apart from Disney land and Disney World, the series also explores attractions from Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disneyland, and Disneyland Hong Kong.
• The series also occasionally features celebrities like Dwayne Johnson, sharing their experiences and connections with the Disney parks.

Quotes

• "The rides are not just rides, but a blend of history, storytelling and engineering."
• "Disney attractions are timeless, around the world, they bring joy to millions. How they came to be is a story that’s just as magical."

Music/Soundtrack

• The series features soundtracks from various iconic Disney rides and character themes.
• Jermaine Stegall composed the original music for the series.