Tower of Terror - Park Icons - Hollywood Studios

This vibrant Open Edition (OE) pin, released on January 1, 2025, showcases the iconic Hollywood Tower Hotel, instantly recognizable as The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Walt Disney World. The pin features a striking depiction of the hotel in red and yellow hues against a green background, with "Walt Disney World" prominently displayed at the top and "Disney's HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS" on a red plaque at the bottom. This particular pin is a key entry in the Walt Disney World Park Icons series, which celebrates the signature landmarks of all four Walt Disney World theme parks, including Cinderella Castle for Magic Kingdom, Spaceship Earth for EPCOT, and the Tree of Life for Disney's Animal Kingdom. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, a thrilling accelerated drop tower dark ride, first opened its doors on July 22, 1994, at what was then Disney-MGM Studios. The attraction immerses guests in a fictional backstory inspired by Rod Serling's classic anthology television series, *The Twilight Zone*, which originally aired from 1959 to 1964. Disney Imagineers meticulously studied 156 episodes of the series to capture its essence for the ride's intricate theming and plot. Collectors often seek out pins featuring beloved attractions like the Tower of Terror due to its enduring popularity and significant presence within the park's landscape. Being part of a cohesive park icon series further enhances its appeal, as collectors aim to complete the full set representing all the Walt Disney World Resort parks.