Disney has confirmed that parts of Monstropolis, the new Monsters, Inc.-themed land at Disney's Hollywood Studios, will open to guests in 2027, alongside new details on restaurants, a Glob Theater show and an original song from Disney Legend Randy Newman. The land's headline attraction, the Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster, isn't part of that 2027 opening, which points to a 2028 opening.
Article Summary
- Opening date: Parts of Monstropolis open at Disney's Hollywood Studios in 2027, though the Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster isn't included in that timeframe.
- Location: The land is being built in the former Muppets Courtyard area, previously home to Muppet*Vision 3D, PizzeRizzo and Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano.
- New dining: Archie's Scare Pig Pizza and the table service Harryhausen's Restaurant, featuring a new Audio-Animatronics sushi chef, are both confirmed.
- New entertainment: The Glob Theater will host "Welcome to Monstropolis," a new show hosted by Mike and Sulley with an original Randy Newman song of the same name.
- Shopping: The Scareporium will be Monstropolis' dedicated souvenir shop for human visitors.
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Read on for the full breakdown of what's opening when, where to eat in Monstropolis, and what this means if you're planning a Walt Disney World trip from the UK.
What Is Monstropolis And Where Is It At Hollywood Studios?
Monstropolis is the new land themed to Disney and Pixar's Monsters, Inc. and Monsters University, and it's being built on the site of the old Muppets Courtyard at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Muppet*Vision 3D, PizzeRizzo and Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano all closed for good to make way for it, and construction has been visible from the park for some time now, with structural steel and scale-textured detailing already showing on buildings including Harryhausen's and the Glob Theater.
The land's headline attraction is the Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster, which will be Disney's first suspended coaster. It's designed to take riders into the factory and through the huge door vault from the films, with a vertical lift launching guests upward before the ride begins.
When Does Monstropolis Open At Disney's Hollywood Studios?
Disney confirmed the 2027 opening during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, which ran from 14th to 16th August 2026 in Anaheim. Only part of the land is opening in 2027. The Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster is still being built and Disney hasn't announced when it'll be ready to ride. What we do know is that the storyline built around the launch centres on something called H.U.M.A.N. Day, short for "Humans Understanding Monsters Are Nice," which marks the point in the land's fiction where humans are welcomed into Monstropolis for the first time.
What Restaurants Are Coming To Monstropolis?
Two dining locations have been confirmed for the new area.
Archie's Scare Pig Pizza
This is a quick service pizza spot named after Archie, the six-legged mascot from Fear Tech in Monsters University, who's apparently become something of a shared joke between the two rival schools over the years.
Harryhausen's Restaurant
Harryhausen's is the table service option, and it's the location of Mike and Celia's date from the original film. The centrepiece is a new Audio-Animatronics sushi chef with several tentacles at work, though the menu won't be limited to sushi.
"A menu unlike anything else we offer at Walt Disney World. It will be a great place to bring your Schmoopsie-poo for a romantic meal."
- Michael Hundgen, Vice President Creative, Walt Disney Imagineering, D23 2026
What Else Is There To Do In Monstropolis?
The Glob Theater will host a new show called "Welcome to Monstropolis," hosted by Mike and Sulley, with Sulley apparently going for something understated while Mike has "a few surprises up his sleeve." The show shares its name with Randy Newman's new song, which is his first piece written specifically for a Disney theme park.
Beyond the theatre and the two restaurants, there's the Monsters University Alumni Club (a browsable tribute to MU's various student clubs and a nod to the school's past scarers) and the Scareporium, which will be the land's dedicated souvenir shop for human visitors.
What Does This Mean For Your Walt Disney World Trip?
2027 is still a good way off, so this shouldn't change anything for a trip you've already booked. That said, there are a few things worth keeping in mind if you're planning ahead.
- If you're booking a Walt Disney World holiday for 2027, you don't need to build your itinerary around Monstropolis yet, since Disney hasn't given exact opening dates for any part of the land.
- Don't yet make plans around riding the Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster in 2027, since Disney has been clear that it won't be ready when the rest of the land opens.
- Any saved dining plans for Mama Melrose's, PizzeRizzo or Muppet*Vision 3D at Hollywood Studios need updating, as all three are gone permanently.
If you want a full picture on discounts and offers before you commit to a 2027 trip, our Walt Disney World deals guide for UK guests is a good place to start.
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Monstropolis At Disney's Hollywood Studios: Your Questions Answered
Has Disney confirmed a 2027 opening for Monstropolis?
Yes. Disney confirmed at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in August 2026 that parts of Monstropolis will open at Disney's Hollywood Studios in 2027.
Will the Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster open with the rest of Monstropolis?
No. Disney has confirmed the Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster is still being built and won't open alongside the rest of the land in 2027, with no date announced yet.
Where is Monstropolis being built at Disney's Hollywood Studios?
Monstropolis is being built on the site of the former Muppets Courtyard, which previously housed Muppet*Vision 3D, PizzeRizzo and Mama Melrose's Ristorante Italiano.
What restaurants are coming to Monstropolis?
Two dining locations have been confirmed so far, Archie's Scare Pig Pizza, a quick service pizza spot, and Harryhausen's Restaurant, a table service location with a new Audio-Animatronics sushi chef.
What show will Monstropolis have at the Glob Theater?
The Glob Theater will host "Welcome to Monstropolis," a new show hosted by Mike and Sulley, featuring an original song of the same name written by Randy Newman.
What is H.U.M.A.N. Day?
H.U.M.A.N. Day, short for "Humans Understanding Monsters Are Nice," is the storyline Disney has built around the moment humans are first welcomed into Monstropolis.
How do UK visitors get to Disney's Hollywood Studios?
Most UK visitors fly into Orlando International Airport (MCO), with Virgin Atlantic offering direct flights from Heathrow and Manchester, while TUI flies into the smaller Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) as an alternative.
