Attraction Type
Special Effects Show/ Tram Tour
Attraction Description
The Backlot Tour takes guests behind of scenes of Disney's Hollywood
Studios. The Tram Tour portion of the attraction goes by some of the
backstage area used during film and television production. The tram passes
through both the Wardrobe department and the Scenic Shop, and by the Boneyard
where some large props from previous productions are stored. The finale of
the attraction is Catastrophe Canyon, where guests witness the special effects
used to create explosions, earthquakes and a flash flood (which may get some
guests wet).
Queue Description
The queue starts with a small display of artifacts used during the filming
of some Jerry Bruckheimer productions such as Armageddon, and Pearl
Harbor. Guests are then taken in front of a water effects tank. A
naval battle is recreated with the help of audience volunteers.
Night of Joy notes
The area where the trams turn about is used as a queue for the Lights,
Motors, Action stage during the Night of Joy event. Due to this fact, the
Backlot Tour will most likely close early, possibly before most Night of Joy
guests arrive for the evening.