Though Disney said the changes had been in the works since last year, it comes after a number of similar decisions. The revamped ride will follow the contours of the animated movie, The Princess and the Frog. "While the ride is considered a beloved classic, its history and storyline are steeped in extremely problematic and stereotypical racist tropes from the 1946 film Song of the South." (Rotten Tomatoes/Disney)But Splash Mountain had its supporters. "Many adults and children ride this attraction because it brings back childhood memories," said a petition called Keep Splash Mountain.

Source: CBC News June 25, 2020 21:56 UTC