Episode 96: Millennium Falcon: Smuggler's Run

Jump to lightspeed with the latest episode of Backside of Water as we take a deep dive into the creation of one of Disney’s most ambitious attractions: Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run. From the earliest plans for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to the challenge of bringing the most famous ship in the galaxy to life, we explore the story, technology, and Imagineering magic behind the attraction that lets guests take the controls of the Falcon themselves. Discover how Disney and Lucasfilm collaborated to create an interactive experience where every flight is different and the incredible engineering required to make thousands of smugglers a day feel like they’re really flying through hyperspace. Whether you're a Star Wars superfan, a theme park enthusiast, or just curious about how Disney builds immersive worlds, this episode is packed with behind-the-scenes stories from a galaxy far, far away. We Have Merch!!Buy: WED Enterprises Inspired BSOW T-ShirtCheck Out Our Other Podcast: Did You Know DisneyOur Star Wars Themed Podcast: The Smuggler's DispatchFollow Us On Instagram: @the_backside_of_waterJoin Our Facebook Group: The Backside of WaterProduction CreditsDirected By: Alex StewartWritten By: Alex StewartSound Design and Editing By: Daniel Martin