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Scaffolding Removed From Monstropolis Clock Tower at Disney's Hollywood Studios

The newly exposed brickwork signals exterior finishes are advancing as Disney prepares phased openings next year while the headline coaster remains under construction into 2028.

Overview

  • Construction to remake the former Muppet Courtyard into Monstropolis began in mid‑2025 and reuses existing buildings rather than building entirely new shells.
  • Disney announced at D23 that Monstropolis will open in phases starting in 2027, with restaurants, shops and shows slated to debut before the major coaster.
  • On‑site observers reported that scaffolding has been removed from The Glob Theater clock tower and that brickwork, a new crowning and revised facade details are now visible.
  • Facades at the former Gonzo’s Royal Flush and PizzeRizzo locations are being updated as part of the land’s adaptive reuse strategy to speed guest offerings.
  • Disney continues to build the door‑themed suspended coaster and expects work to run into 2028, so guests should expect early access to dining and entertainment before the headline ride opens.