Positive

Advanced Animatronics and Visuals

Multiple guests praised the ride's cutting-edge animatronics and lush scenic design, especially scenes featuring fireflies, bayou landscapes, and a festive finale.

Inclusive and Family-Centered Experience

Reviewers appreciated the attraction’s inclusive cast and multi-generational appeal, calling it ideal for families with children and first-time thrill-seekers.

Seamless New Orleans Integration

The reimagined ride and surrounding area complement Disneyland’s New Orleans Square, enhancing immersion through food, music, and theming.

Engaging Queue and Pre-Ride Details

Guests highlighted the queue’s thoughtful theming, including Tiana’s family history, recipe boards, and interactive storytelling moments.

Better Pacing Than Magic Kingdom Version

Several critics noted the Disneyland edition had tighter pacing and more dynamic scene progression, improving on the Florida counterpart.

Negative

Weak Story Arc

While visually engaging, the storyline was seen as lacking emotional stakes or dramatic tension, making it feel more like a visual showcase than a narrative-driven ride.

Occasional Lighting and Screen Issues

Some scenes suffer from dim lighting or overuse of screens, which can detract from the clarity and impact of the animatronics and set pieces.