Alice in Wonderland part 2
Do people nowadays actually know who Roger Rabbit is?
I was still a small kid when I first watched the movie, and then I never heard about it again until I visited Disneyland and experienced this ride for the first time. Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin is a wild dark ride that reminds me a lot of the Dr. Seuss attractions at Islands of Adventure. It’s great for kids, with plenty of action and vibrant colors, even though the IP it’s based on feels a bit obscure for guests nowadays.
What we like about Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin
I actually love how this ride goes absolutely crazy from the moment it starts. It feels like one of those old Beatles music videos, with a bunch of random, chaotic stuff happening all at once. You’ll encounter weasels dressed as gangsters spilling radioactive waste, a bull in a china shop (literally), dancing fire hydrants, and… well, you get the idea. Hopefully, by now, you can see why the comparisons to Dr. Seuss attractions aren’t unfounded.
Another cool feature is that you can actually spin your vehicle as it moves through the chaotic world of Roger Rabbit. This is especially fun for kids who love turning the lever to take in everything happening around them. As I mentioned before, there’s a lot going on. Do I understand everything that’s happening? Nope. Do I still enjoy it? Yep. Some animatronics have voice acting, there’s music playing constantly, and visual effects like the use of lightning are pretty impressive.
All in all, this is a fun dark ride that makes the most of the IP it’s based on. Honestly, I can’t name many characters from the movie besides Roger and Jessica Rabbit, and I’m not entirely sure what’s happening during the ride. Still, it’s an attraction with typically low wait times and a great option for kids who just want to enjoy something colorful and entertaining.
What we don’t like about Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin
Once again, this is a standard dark ride with some wild set pieces surrounding you. In theory, it’s not much different from what we’ve seen countless times at Disney World or Disneyland. However, one thing works against Roger Rabbit’s Car Toon Spin: the franchise it’s based on.
Franchises like Peter Pan and Alice in Wonderland are timeless, but the same can’t be said for Roger Rabbit. I doubt many kids today even know who this rabbit is, and most adults might raise an eyebrow at the name. It’s hard to establish a connection with the characters during the ride, and there isn’t a classic theme song to enhance that nostalgic feeling.
I’m actually surprised this ride has lasted for so long. I know it’s an original Disney IP, which probably saves Mickey Mouse a lot of money, but I wonder if, in the future, a dark ride based on Encanto, Moana, or even Zootopia might replace it.
For now, though, you can dust off that old VHS tape and watch Who Framed Roger Rabbit starring Bob Hoskins... yes, the same actor who played Mario in the original Super Mario Bros. movie. You didn’t expect to get a piece of trivia in the middle of a review like this, did you?
Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin FAQ
Where is Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin located?
Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin is located in Disneyland.
What is the height requirement to ride Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin?
There is no height requirement for this ride.
Is Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin too scary for children?
Not really. However, there are many animatronics and chaotic scenes happening all around you, which might be overwhelming for some kids.
Do we recommend Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin?
We recommend this ride if the wait time is under 20 minutes and if you have young children in your party.
