A Marvel Park for Disneyland Paris has been rumoured for a few years since Philippe Gas himself hinted at it during an interview a few years back.
Yesterday Twitter user "Peter de Gooyert" tweeted this:
QuoteNew rumor per WDW1947 on WDWMagic forum, Marvel attractions for Studio's Paris are off the table. Euro Disney wants Marvel for third gate.
You can probably take this with a grain of salt, but it's a good start for a discussion about the idea. What do you think? Is the Marvel Universe big enough to support a whole park? Will it work in Europe? Discuss!
A Marvel Universe park sounds like a very promising plan. Super heroes appeal to both youngsters and older people and since there is nothing similar here in Europe I think it will draw big crowds. Plus, the Spiderman meet & greet has proved to be a big success, which indicates that people are attracted to this kind of theming.
The Marvel universe is more than large enough to support its own park, and with the recent set of very successful movie translations of Marvel Comics, I don't doubt that it would draw sufficient people to sustain itself.
Sure, comic book culture is a little less prevalent in Europe compared to the USA, but the Marvel films have done rather well here, so basing a park around those IPs should work just fine I think.
Not really a fan of this idea... Marvel just doesn't fit the Disney Universe, that's more something I expect in an universal or any other themepark really. I hope this doesn't happen.
Quote from: Ceh on July 31, 2014, 11:35:10 AM
Not really a fan of this idea... Marvel just doesn't fit the Disney Universe, that's more something I expect in an universal or any other themepark really. I hope this doesn't happen.
You might be right, but does Star Wars actually fit the Disney Universe? How about Indiana Jones? I know that when we think of Disney, Mickey Mouse & friends or princesses is the first thing that comes into our mind, but there should be elements that appeal to everyone. Perhaps when Star Tours first opened in Disneyland in 1987 there were people who thought it didn't fit in the Disney experience. I can't say that I care too much about a Marvel themed park, but any new additions are welcome! ;)
I am the person who posted the Twitter message. WDW1974 is a well respected insider on the WDWMagic forums, and has connections in Disney management and WDI. That's why I think this rumor has some legs to it.
I wonder when they will build this third park. Marvel is hot right now, so I hope they don't wait too long to get Marvel into the parks. If this third park is still at least 10 years away, then who knows how popular Marvel still is.
And what will they do with the ugly Backlot at WDS?
I don't have a problem with a third park being Marvel. People mention it's a better fit with Universal, but since we don't have a Universal park in Europa I think they could do it.
Id much rather them them put it all in a third park so I don't have to see it! However again I would much rather them build a unique theme park.
I really hope they don't put Mavel in the backlot I kind of like it. Plus I love Rock 'n' Roll A Coaster how it is, its an amazing ride and I think it would ruin it with a marvel re theme.
When did he write this news? Because it sounds almost identical to something Leemac wrote last Friday on the LaughingPlace discussion boards. A discussion that this particular user also contributed. Sounds like he's just repeated news from someone else. http://mb.laughingplace.com/MsgBoard-T-129511-P-2.asp
Whilst Marvel is hot right now, I swear my boyfriend told me that they have a good amount of years planned out with new film releases, so it could be hot for some years to come.
I would like to see Marvel come to Disneyland Paris as I do like all of the Avengers, though it's a stretch to like everyone within the Marvel franchise.
In Disney Stores around the UK, you can find Marvel and Star Wars merchandise and wouldn't mind visiting the park and seeing a similar mix. If Marvel has its own park, that will mean if you're not a fan you wouldn't experience anything of that if you don't bother with that park. I would sooner it had its own park than being mixed into the existing parks.
Quote from: msRavenswood on July 31, 2014, 11:18:36 AM
A Marvel Universe park sounds like a very promising plan. Super heroes appeal to both youngsters and older people and since there is nothing similar here in Europe I think it will draw big crowds. Plus, the Spiderman meet & greet has proved to be a big success, which indicates that people are attracted to this kind of theming.
I'm with you. Exactly what I was about to write.
Quote from: itslizi on July 31, 2014, 12:42:06 PM
Whilst Marvel is hot right now, I swear my boyfriend told me that they have a good amount of years planned out with.
Yep!
http://screenrant.com/marvel-studios-movies-schedule-releases-2028/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_films_based_on_Marvel_Comics
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_television_series_based_on_Marvel_Comics
A lot of movies and tv series are planned and in the works. I think Marvel will only grow bigger. So the Marvel Universe can certainly support a whole park with new stuff for many years to come.
I can't say Marvel is my favorite theme, but I think it will be great for the resort. I'm not a harry potter fan either but the land in florida is done so well it doesn't matter, so i'd hope for the same here :)
I really like this idea!
With Marvel, we would have the great opportunity of a park full of rollercoasters and new shows (there are many possibilities I think).
(But don't forget about WDS)
Quote from: Malin on July 31, 2014, 12:33:52 PM
When did he write this news? Because it sounds almost identical to something Leemac wrote last Friday on the LaughingPlace discussion boards. A discussion that this particular user also contributed. Sounds like he's just repeated news from someone else. http://mb.laughingplace.com/MsgBoard-T-129511-P-2.asp
Right here, post number 12457: http://forums.wdwmagic.com/threads/the-spirited-seventh-heaven.884731/page-623 (http://forums.wdwmagic.com/threads/the-spirited-seventh-heaven.884731/page-623)
I really think Marvel would be a good addition. Although I agree this kind of thing may not have as much of a following as it does in America, the argument could be because there is nothing for us this side of the pond? I know a lot of people who debate yearly between San Diego Comic Con and Disneyland and always (sometimes begrudgingly) choose Disneyland because of others within the family and so on, it would be lovely for all the family to be catered for in Paris. I may only be speaking for my family here but I know my husband would be far less inclined to moan about the cost of Disneyland if there was a Marvel area we could 'lose' him in whilst we did Princessy things ;)
For me, a Marvel park would be great - I would expect the rides to probably be faster, more high octane maybe, in contrast to the Fantasyland type rides aimed at really young visitors (by the way, Fantasyland is one of my favourite areas of DLP, so I'm not knocking it!).
Having a dedicated park would also remove the likelihood of Marvel creeping into the existing parks because, frankly, Disney & Marvel don't mix; they're just owned by the same company.
I imagine a future where you would get up in a morning and decide which universe you'd like to be enveloped in for the day! I like that idea.
Let's face it, if it had the Marvel equivalent of a Princess Pavilion, who wouldn't want to queue to meet Black Widow? ::)
Quote from: Sulley's Arms on July 31, 2014, 10:04:35 PM
Having a dedicated park would also remove the likelihood of Marvel creeping into the existing parks because, frankly, Disney & Marvel don't mix; they're just owned by the same company.
Thats my opinion too! Exactly! :P
Imagine the queu in front of that....... ::)
"Well yes kids, daddy is going to wait here for a few hours yes......"
Heehee. I think it'd be a good move. Who wouldn't want to meet Thor?! I certainly wouldn't be complaining!
To be fair, it's not an idea that personally gets me as excited as Ratatouille or even better some more unique additions or respectful updates of the classics, but objectively it would be a smart move. As many have said you would attract an all new group of guests that could bring in not just more guests to this park but also more guests to the other parks.
Financially it would also make a lot of sense (and way more sense than Avatar Land, which to me is still quite vulnerable). Disney has the marvel movie franchise planned far into the 2020's so I'm sure we'll still see the Marvel super heroes in the cinemas then and don't forget how many fans Marvel has who became fans already from the comics. They will come to this park no matter if the films are still succesful or not.
Whether the universe is big enough for a park on its own? With many years of comics origins and at that time 20+ films I don't think this would be a problem at all. And remember that superhero films are often about making it is as extraordinary as possible and that is a pretty good start for a theme park! I would expect high themed areas and attractions and not just the cheap rollercoasters and such that Universal used the rights for in the U.S.
Would I prefer a unique third park with brand new, original attractions and stories? Of course, I think we all would - but at this time I don't think anyone could pull that off or get the financial backing for it. Not even Disney! It is the age of franchises and I think we just have to accept it and in that case I would much rather welcome Marvel than Avatar to be part of Disneyland Paris :)
Separate lines for the ladies and gents obviously.
Thor, Loki, Captain America and Ironman for the ladies.
Black Widow, Pepper (perhaps as Rescue), Scarlet Witch and She-Hulk for the gentlemen.
;D I see massive lines for both of those meet & greets. :P
Financially it would make sense, you get the guests staying at the resort for longer periods, 5 days to a week instead of the normal couple of days. Therefore more money spend yada yada.... but I think they would need to upgrade disney village to offer some evening entertainment as well, as a marvel land is likely to attract a different kind of visitor (not exclusively but will bring different people in who wouldn't of normally come to disney), who would probably be youngsters/couples etc without kids, so having some evening entertainment would be another no brainer in my eyes.
Plus where would a third gate go, unless they move the parking lot, a third gate couldn't fit around the resort hub.
Personally, I would wait in line a long time to have a meet and greet with Thor or Loki. A very long time, indeed. ;D ;)
Quote from: DLP-Photos.com on August 01, 2014, 01:27:02 PM
don't forget how many fans Marvel has who became fans already from the comics.
Totally agree, there are lots of folks who are enjoying the films over the past few years and are excited about those planned for the future, but who started out as kids buying the comics.
I think it would be a great idea. I don't like Marvel attractions in DLP or WDS, but a third park, that's completely different. They have lots of opportunities, as the Marvel Universe is so big, full of characters and with a rich history. If they do it right, it can be spectacular.
Also, as it has been said, it could attract a different kind of guest, one that doesn't want to get in line to meet Snow White but would love a picture with Thor. Also, I think it can bring back families that have now teenage kids. I love DLP, but by the time I was 11 I already felt that there weren't many "hard" attractions. Big Thunder Mountain gets old quickly and Space Mountain HURTS. SO. MUCH. It is needing more thrilling attractions without losing the family-oriented ambience. With Marvel they could focus more on that, while leaving the princess-y and cute, fairytale-like atmosphere to DLP.
This could be great for families that have both teenagers and younger kids, people who are originally interested only in Marvel would probably at least check out the other 2 parks and might realize they actually like it, people would stay for longer...
Also, if you go to Disney Stores, there is Marvel and Star Wars merchandise being sold. Kids are now growing up seeing them both together; they buy Mickey mugs and Spiderman underwear, The Avengers are their Disney Princes. You could say Iron Man is the new Goofy.
I hope they do build a Marvel theme park, and I hope they do it in Paris!
Quote from: seraphelle on August 01, 2014, 02:09:24 PM
Personally, I would wait in line a long time to have a meet and greet with Thor or Loki. A very long time, indeed. ;D ;)
Lol! I would be in that queue too!! :-[ ;)
I love the idea of a marvel theme park. I'm a huge Disney fan but after Disney my next big thing is Marvel. I absolutely love the films and so to have a park dedicated to it would be another area of heaven for me!! If anyone's seen Guardians of the Galaxy you can see the marvel films are just getting better and better and so a theme park dedicated to this genre would never go out of fashion. Considering marvel comics have been out since the very late 30s (know n as timely comics) I don't see this trend ever leaving. There's always going to be that child who buys the comics (most probably begs their parents to go!) turning into the adult who takes their kids.
My kids (11 & 7) are huge marvel fans too and have the DVDs,etc. This kind of franchise would definitely need it's own area as it's so vast and such a different criteria to what Disney is. It would just look out of place in the studios, which is a shame as the studios needs something to bump it out a little in certain areas, so it's own park is the only feasible idea. Both Disneyland are so clever at doing things it wouldn't surprise me if they ended up doing sometimes in the studios, probably like Toy Story Playland, it's own area you walk into that turns into a completely different land from the studios.
Who knows but it'll certainly be interesting reading the gossip and hearing peoples views. This is quite a controversial idea for a lot of people but I think it's quite simple. Disney needs the people, marvel will attract many, many people from all over the globe so it should be a win win for Disney. You couldn't get a bigger brand than Marvel. :)
Quote from: Basketca on August 27, 2014, 05:44:07 PM
I think it would be a great idea. I don't like Marvel attractions in DLP or WDS, but a third park, that's completely different. They have lots of opportunities, as the Marvel Universe is so big, full of characters and with a rich history. If they do it right, it can be spectacular.
Also, as it has been said, it could attract a different kind of guest, one that doesn't want to get in line to meet Snow White but would love a picture with Thor. Also, I think it can bring back families that have now teenage kids. I love DLP, but by the time I was 11 I already felt that there weren't many "hard" attractions. Big Thunder Mountain gets old quickly and Space Mountain HURTS. SO. MUCH. It is needing more thrilling attractions without losing the family-oriented ambience. With Marvel they could focus more on that, while leaving the princess-y and cute, fairytale-like atmosphere to DLP.
This could be great for families that have both teenagers and younger kids, people who are originally interested only in Marvel would probably at least check out the other 2 parks and might realize they actually like it, people would stay for longer...
Also, if you go to Disney Stores, there is Marvel and Star Wars merchandise being sold. Kids are now growing up seeing them both together; they buy Mickey mugs and Spiderman underwear, The Avengers are their Disney Princes. You could say Iron Man is the new Goofy.
I hope they do build a Marvel theme park, and I hope they do it in Paris!
Spot on :) give us some bigger attractions
So, is this a rumor or is it really happening?