It belongs in a museum… or maybe just the theme park stage! This week on 90s Disney, we’re cracking the whip and diving into the boulder-sized legacy of Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular! at Disney-MGM Studios.

We explore the origins of this groundbreaking live-action stunt show, its connections to the opening of Disney’s third park in 1989, and the impact of Indy mania on everything from casting to explosions to theme park lore. From its high-flying choreography to its crowd-pleasing humor and behind-the-scenes gags, the Epic Stunt Spectacular has earned its place in the Hall of Theme Park Legends.

We also talk about the real stunt work, rotating casts, audience volunteers, fire effects, and why this show remains one of the longest-running stage productions in theme park history, even as the rest of the park has changed around it.

Plus, we share our own memories of seeing the show as kids and reflect on why the Epic Stunt Spectacular still holds up (even if the fedora is a little dusty).\

00:00 Welcome to 90s Disney

01:26 Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular

03:00 Behind the Scenes: The Making of the Stunt Show

06:28 Key Figures in the Stunt Show's Creation

23:12 The Show's Evolution and Audience Participation

36:58 The Stunt Sequence Breakdown

37:11 Behind the Scenes: Truck Stunt

38:29 Audience Interaction and Gags

41:07 The Airfield Finale

45:24 The Gift Shop Experience

50:56 Changes Over the Years

53:02 Audience Participation and Legal Changes

57:42 Indiana Jones in Pop Culture

01:02:32 Comparing Stunt Shows

01:05:43 Listener Emails and Q&A

01:10:58 Taking Disney Advice to Heart

01:11:42 Kingdom Hearts and 90s Disney Properties

01:14:46 The Savi's Experience at Galaxy's Edge

01:17:05 Face Characters and Disney Roles

01:24:40 Disney Park Traditions and First Day Plans

01:32:42 Favorite Coasters and Sicko Moments

01:39:48 Wrapping Up and Future Episodes

References & Further Reading:

• Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular – Wikipedia
• AllEars.net – Show Description & Trivia
• Full Show on YouTube (2023 version)

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