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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 19 MIN

Tribute Show: What If? Nostromo-themed dark ride

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Send us Fan MailTribute Show: What If? returns with one of Disney’s darkest and most fascinating unbuilt concepts…What if Disney had gone all-in on a Nostromo-themed dark ride inspired by Alien—instead of what we ultimately got?In this episode, Scott and Michelle dive into the proposed Nostromo attraction, how it evolved during development, and how it eventually transformed into ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter.🛸 In this episode: 🚀 The original vision for the Nostromo dark ride 👽 How Alien nearly became a full Disney attraction experience 🧠 Why the concept changed—and what Disney was reacting to 🎢 How Alien Encounter carried the DNA of the original idea 🤔 Would the Nostromo ride have worked better?If you love unbuilt attractions, Imagineering history, and Disney’s darker “what if” era, this one is a must-listen.Make your rooms, cars and life smell like your favorite Theme Park and save 15% by using code THNETWORK and  clicking here:https://magiccandlecompany.com?sca_ref=8499280.CVzaCEZ7KoGhost Executioners Merchandise!https://www.teepublic.com/user/thehorrificnetwork?utm_source=designer&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=horrificnetworkFollow All Things Horrific Network Herehttps://linktr.ee/thehorrificnetworkGet Your Sinister Creature Con Tickets Herehttps://www.sinistercreaturecon.com/thecon

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Send us Fan Mail Tribute Show: What If? returns with one of Disney’s darkest and most fascinating unbuilt concepts… What if Disney had gone all-in on a Nostromo-themed dark ride inspired by Alien—instead of what we ultimately got? In this episode, Scott and Michelle dive into the proposed Nostromo attraction, how it evolved during development, and how it eventually transformed into ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter. 🛸 In this episode: 🚀 The original vision for the Nostromo dark ride &n...

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