Harrison Ford, 84, shocks fans with new Indiana Jones announcement
Key Points:
- Harrison Ford, 84, will reprise his role as Indiana Jones in the new attraction “Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent” at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom, with his likeness used for the animatronic figure.
- Ford expressed excitement about the project in a pre-recorded message at the D23 fan event, teasing his upcoming appearance at Walt Disney World.
- The Indiana Jones franchise, spanning over 40 years and five films, has grossed more than $2.3 billion worldwide, although the latest film, “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” underperformed at the box office.
- Fans reacted positively to Ford’s involvement in the attraction, praising the decision to immortalize his legacy through the animatronic character.
- Recently honored with the Life Achievement Award at the 2026 SAG Actor Awards, Ford reflected on his long career, describing acting as one of his greatest joys and acknowledging the struggles he faced before achieving success.