Disney Parks Unveil Details of New Splash Mountain

Disney Parks released new pictures, photos and details of the new Splash Mountain ride, which has been redesigned to take place right after the end of the Disney movie “The Princess and the Frog”.

What is the new Splash Mountain about?

• The new ride begins with Naveen and Louis joining Tiana on an adventure.
• Original music inspired by “The Princess and the Frog” will play throughout the ride.
• Tiana will guide guests through the journey, as they meet new friends along the way.

Images and video of the new Splash Mountain

Disney Parks shared new imagery and concept art that inspired the new ride.

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Paul Morse Photography

And there’s a new video that reveals more details on what to expect:

Why is Splash Mountain changing?

In June 2020, Disney declared Splash Mountain – which was based on the 1946 Disney movie “Song of the South” a movie that had racist undertones – would be reworked and re-themed to match the vibe of “The princess and the Frog,” as i wrote for the News from Déseret.

• The changes came after Disney fans raised concerns about “Song of the South, An old Disney movie set in the southern United States during the Reconstruction era. As I explained for the Deseret News, the film centers on a boy and his uncle Remus, who works on a plantation.
• Reviews have long said “Song of the South” represents an offensive portrayal of African Americans because of stereotypes.

Shortly after social media sparked a conversation about the ride, Disney decided to rework the project. A little after, Disney announced in January 2021 that it plans to update the legendary jungle cruise, which also contains offensive representations of cultures.