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That Time When a Popular Disney Animatronic Fell Over Right in Front of Guests

A bustling scene unfolds at a theme park with a large, ornate castle in the background. Visitors, mindful of the Disney World dress code, including families with strollers, gather joyfully in front, basking in the sunny day. The partly cloudy sky enhances the lively atmosphere.
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What happens when an animatronic malfunctions in Walt Disney World?

Fantasyland in the Magic Kingdom
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The amount of rides and attractions at Walt Disney World as well as the international parks is overwhelming, to say the least. Within Disney World’s four parks, there are so many fun, thrilling, and enjoyable experiences that guests can choose from. But with so many rides and attractions, there’s bound to be an issue or two once in a while.

A few years back, a funny malfunction could be seen inside the queue of Journey of the Little Mermaid, a slow-moving dark ride in the Magic Kingdom. See the video below posted by @lovindisworld:

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As you can see, the loveable yet scruffy Scuttle from Disney’s The Little Mermaid (1989) seemingly took a nap right in front of guests. Usually, Scuttle is supposed to welcome riders as they enter the queue.

We do not know why or what caused this malfunction but it was a pretty funny sight for those waiting in line.

More on Journey of the Little Mermaid

Journey of the Little Mermaid Lightning Lane entrance
Credit: Inside the Magic

A Song-Filled Shell-abration

Revisit the classic “tail” of how one lucky little mermaid found true love… and legs.

Your underwater adventure takes you below the waves on a tour of Ariel’s gadget-filled grotto. Immersive special effects and hand-drawn animation sequences recreate each unforgettable scene. Watch Sebastian the crab conduct every singing, dancing fish in the sea. Skulk past a sinister eel-infested lair, and then cheer as Prince Eric kisses the girl.

Spot Ariel’s friends Flounder and Scuttle, her father King Triton—and Ursula the sea witch, who looms 7.5 feet tall and 12 feet wide!

Emerge from the ocean’s depths in time to celebrate Ariel’s happily ever after in a spectacular fairytale finale.

Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid is located inside Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom. Here is where guests will find Disney’s most iconic princesses, like Ariel, as well as Belle, Cinderella, and more.

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About Luke Dammann

When at Disney world, Luke will probably be found eating with his favorite animatronic, Sonny Eclipse at Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe. When not at Disney World, Luke will probably be found defending Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe to people who claim "there are better restaurants"

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