For a few weeks now, the rumor mill has been picking up regarding a possible Guardians of the Galaxy attraction to replace Ellen's Energy Adventure at Epcot. While many sources have been putting out the word that this is happening, it's important to remember that there are some serious legal consequences that Disney needs to contend with before that can actually come to fruition. After all - Universal still hold the rights to Marvel Properties in theme parks East of the Mississippi. That old contract signed before Marvel was part of Disney continues to loom over Walt Disney World, and while some aspects of it have indeed expired, others are said to last in perpetuity.
So just what is going on? Theme Park Insider wrote and excellent article explaining just what the hold up is.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/201608/5222/
Go check it out, and then let me know what your thoughts are.
