'Haunted Mansion' trivia and fun facts
Actors strike
Due to the actors strike, Disney had popular characters from their theme parks as well as other movies show up on the red carpet for the premiere. This is because actors would not be promoting any upcoming films/shows during the strike.
The third one
This the third adaptation based on The Haunted Mansion after 'The Haunted Mansion' (2003) and 'Muppets Haunted Mansion' (2021).
Hatbox Ghost
The original design of the Hatbox Ghost was inspired by Lon Chaney in the silent film London After Midnight.
Two decades
Set for release 20 years after the first Haunted Mansion film adaptation.
Ryan Gosling
It was rumored that Ryan Gosling was involved in the project when Guillermo del Toro was in charge because they were both seen in the Haunted Mansion ride in Disneyland. Finally he has not participated in the film.
Years later
Has been a concept of Guillermo del Toro's since ComiCon 2010.
The original ride
The Haunted Mansion ride debuted in 1969 and has been a favorite of park goers since then with it appearing in both Disneyland and Disney World.