

Though it's difficult to imagine today, the decade after Walt's 1966 death had seen Walt Disney Productions spiral into obscurity, with the studios' films faltering at the box office. And today's tale begins with a prologue familiar to fans of Disney parks history.

Naturally, the story of any Imagineering experience begins long before the first guests ever step inside.

Think you know the story of Disney's scariest attraction ever? Let’s look back together. Today, we’ll walk you through the making of this one-of-a-kind Disney attraction, endure the harrowing experience of Alien Encounter from the entrance doors to the exit and then discuss what brought about its demise.
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But that's what Theme Park Tourist's LEGEND LIBRARY is here for: to capture the full stories of closed classics and forgotten favorites for a new generation, while allowing Imagineering fans to relive the rides of yesteryear. In the hazy view of hindsight, Alien Encounter has become little more than a hazy memory for some, and an urban legend for many, many more.
