Awesome Planet at Epcot (A Resorts Gal Guide)

Awesome Planet is a 10-minute film on the upper level of The Land Pavilion at Epcot. It shares the story of life on Earth and the importance of protecting it. The film was created in partnership with the Disney Conservation Fund and contains in-theater effects like wind, scents, and water. Narrator Ty Burrell (Realtor Phil Dunphy from Disney’s Modern Family television show) takes on his fictional real estate agent role as he tries to “sell you” on planet Earth throughout the film. The score was composed by Academy Award winner Steven Price.

Here are a few quick references for Awesome Planet.

Awesome Planet	Epcot Attractions
Location:	The Land Pavilion
Lightning Lane:	No
Disney Height Requirement:	None
Our Traffic Signal:	Green Light (See anytime if interested.)
Early Theme Park Benefit	No
Extended Evening Hours:	No
Ride Type:	Film
Seats:	Theater
Duration:	10 minutes
Good For:	Everyone
Scare Factor:	None
Must-Do List:	Low Priority
Perfect For:	A Rainy Day
Special Mention:	This film debuted in 2020, replacing the Circle of Life: An Environmental Fable featuring Timon and Pumbaa from The Lion King.

Additional Info: Guests with accessibility needs may remain in wheelchairs or ECVS. Assistive Listening, Audio Description, and Handheld captioning are available.

See our Disney World Lightning Lane Guide if you’re planning to use Disney’s skip-the-line system.

Awesome Planet

Awesome Planet is the first attraction to the right when you enter The Land Pavilion. It’s the only attraction on the pavilion’s upper level. Escalators, stairs, and elevator options make it possible for guests to access lower-level attractions like Living with the Land and Soarin’.

A sign outside Awesome Planet’s entrance indicates the time remaining before the next screening. You are welcome to wait inside the theater’s lobby. While you wait, you might make a humble nod to the awe-inspiring carpeted walls.

Here’s a look inside the theater. It’s somewhat similar to Impressions de France, except the theater is staggered.

After everyone is seated, the theater darkens, and Awesome Planet runs its course.

Awesome Plant is a short film with an uplifting message that teaches the value of caring for our beautiful planet. Other than Impressions de France, I find this to be the best of the current films at Epcot. Some of the other films in the park are Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along and Canada Far and Wide.

Awesome Planet runs daily between 9:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m. We recommend seeing it at your convenience, but it’s by no means a must-do attraction. However, if you find yourself in need of a break, it’s an excellent place to cool off and relax.

We also recommend touring this area of the park on a rainy day. The Land, Seas, and Imagination Pavilions are within a short walk of each other. So you can experience a decent amount of attractions without having to deal with too much rain.

The Resorts Gal Spin on Awesome Planet

This is a fun film, but I would only stop to see it under certain circumstances. For instance, if it’s raining, this is an excellent place to kill some time, especially if you’ve already ridden Soarin’ and Living with the Land. I would also stop if you’re with someone who needs a break. You can relax in the air-conditioned theater and let everyone get refreshed.

For more attractions you might enjoy:

• Frozen Ever After Ride
• Turtle Talk with Crush
• Mission: SPACE AT EPCOT
• Spaceship Earth at Epcot

In the Comments

Have you had the opportunity to see Awesome Planet? Do you miss the former film or prefer this one? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section.