Marvel Overlay Coming to ‘it’s a small world’ at Tokyo Disneyland
Something exciting is coming to ‘It’s a Small World’ in Tokyo Disneyland, and his name is GROOT!
In case you missed it, Marvel characters are coming to Tokyo Disneyland for the very first time for a new nighttime spectacular beginning in September 2024.
As shown in the below concept art, the new show will feature Marvel heroes along with classic Disney characters like Tinker Bell, Mary Poppins, and Dumbo, among others.
But there’s more Marvel in store at Tokyo Disneyland! Today, Disney announced another Marvel appearance at the resort…. and this time it relates to an iconic, fan-favorite attraction.
That’s right – Tokyo Disneyland’s ‘It’s a Small World’ will receive a limited-time Marvel superheroes overlay in Winter 2025!
Marvel Heroes Meet Disney Magic
The limited-time overlay will run for about six months and will include favorite Marvel characters like Thor, Hulk, Black Panther, Rocket, Gamora, and of course, Groot himself.
NEW: “It’s a Small World with Groot,” featuring characters from Marvel Studios, is coming to Tokyo Disney Resort in winter 2025. The layover is expected to stick around for at least 6 months. This marks the first appearance of Marvel characters at Tokyo Disney Resort. pic.twitter.com/fqYkHv2iqO
— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) March 27, 2024
The upcoming overlay – adorably titled ‘It’s a Small World – with Groot’ – is likely to involve ‘It’s a small world’ versions of our favorite world-saving superheroes.
Of course, any change to an attraction as iconic as ‘it’s a small world’ is bound to result in some controversy. After all, Disney fans are a notoriously nostalgic (and outspoken!) bunch.
Luckily, tradition-loving fans can rest assured that the Marvel overlay is a temporary change, and ‘It’s a small world’ will eventually revert to its original form.
On the other hand, Marvel superfans should be sure to check out the overlay when it debuts at Tokyo Disneyland in Winter 2025!