82 - The Timekeeper

82 - The Timekeeper

From 90s Disney by The Minotti Brothers

April 1, 2026 · 1h 7m · Season 7 · Episode 11

About this episode

The episode explores the Timekeeper attraction, its innovative techniques, and its impact on Disney parks worldwide.

Join AJ, Mike, and Chris as we travel back in time to 1994 to visit the Timekeeper. This beloved Circle-Vision 360 attraction revolutionized the format with innovative film techniques, special in-theater effects, and elaborate audio-animatronics. With memorable performances from the likes of Robin Williams and Jeremy Irons, this global attraction delighted guests in France, Florida, and Tokyo. We'd love to take the time to take you through time, so join us! 00:00 Podcast Welcome 02:03 1994 Pop Culture Check 03:08 Circle Vision Explained 05:03 From Travelogue to Story 05:51 Creative Team Spotlight 06:35 The Cast 09:07 International Versions 14:20 Animatronics in 360 15:07 Origins Paris and Tokyo 19:34 Almost Came to Disneyland 20:45 Plot Walkthrough Begins 22:16 Time Travel Misadventures 24:30 Jules Verne in Present 25:37 Modern World Montage 26:54 Future Paris Finale 27:24 Production Challenges 30:03 Mozart Scene Secrets 33:38 Train and Car Stunts 36:36 Underwater Camera Rig 37:47 Underwater Close Call 38:46 Future Paris Effects 40:26 Ray Harryhausen Encounter 42:04 Cut Moscow Balloon Scene 44:46 New York Replacement Footage 47:17 Canceled Astronomers Club 48:23 Closures and…

People in this episode

Hosts: AJ, Mike

Topics covered

  • Timekeeper
  • Circle-Vision 360
  • 1994
  • Disney attractions
  • animatronics

Keywords

  • Robin Williams
  • Jeremy Irons
  • Jules Verne
  • Disneyland
  • animatronics

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Timekeeper, Circle-Vision 360

Books & works: Circle Vision, From Travelogue to Story, Animatronics in 360, Jules Verne in Present

Places: France, Florida, Tokyo, Moscow, New York

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