Something wicked is stirring behind Big Thunder Mountain, and fans are already calling it Disney’s boldest move in decades. Thunder Mountain Railroad has always marked the edge of Magic Kingdom. But that’s about to change in a big way. Disney is getting ready to expand far beyond the wildest ride in the wilderness—right into territory fans have begged for for years: a whole land dedicated to Disney Villains.The area just behind Big Thunder has been cleared and prepped, and while Disney hasn’t released a complete blueprint yet, this land is already being talked about as a game-changer. Construction walls, concept art teasers, and a significant shift in the park layout all point to something massive coming. And if the buzz is right, we’re finally about to get a land where evil reigns supreme (in the most magical way possible).Credit: DisneyFrontierland Is Changing FastThe addition of Villains Land isn’t the only thing happening in this corner of the park. Frontierland is in the middle of a serious transformation. By July 7, 2025, the Liberty Belle Riverboat, Tom Sawyer Island, and even parts of the Rivers of America will be shutting down for good to make way for more storytelling space.This is all part of Disney’s multi-year project to not only introduce new themed lands but also tighten up some of the areas that haven’t changed in decades. It’s out with the old, and in with… a little more chaos. Also worth noting: the Walt Disney World Railroad will start running in a shuttle-style pattern on the same day, bypassing the Frontierland station while construction moves full steam ahead.Credit: Disneyland ParisA Showdown of Villains, Attractions, and Dark MagicWhile Disney hasn’t officially confirmed every detail of Villains Land, there are plenty of exciting rumors flying around. And honestly, they sound like the kind of wild fun that Magic Kingdom has never really had before.Here’s what fans and insiders are hoping to see:1. A Maleficent-themed roller coasterThink fire-breathing dragons, thorny forests, and a high-speed ride through Maleficent’s lair. It’s rumored to be a dark ride-meets-coaster experience, combining projections, animatronics, and a twisted fairy tale aesthetic. And yes, there’s talk that the entire show building may look like her mountain castle from Sleeping Beauty.2. Interactive villain encountersForget static meet-and-greets—there’s speculation that guests could face off with the likes of Hades, Ursula, and Jafar in a more dynamic way. Rumors point to staged areas or roaming villain “takeovers” where characters challenge guests with puzzles, tricks, or impromptu performances. Imagine the chaos (and fun) of being dragged into Hades’ Underworld game show.Credit: Disney3. A spooky sit-down restaurantFoodies might get a themed dining location that leans into the darker side of Disney’s culinary imagination. Names like “The Poison Apple” and “The Villain’s Lair” have floated around as possible options. Picture smoke-filled cocktails, desserts shaped like cursed objects, and maybe even a few cameos from sneering villains who wander table to table while you eat.4. Magic mirror portal experienceThere’s a whisper about a walk-through attraction built around the Magic Mirror concept—where guests step into a shifting, mystical space that shows them alternate realities or even their own “villainous” self. If done right, it could be an immersive photo op unlike anything else in the parks.Credit: DisneyWhat This Means for Magic KingdomThis isn’t just an expansion. It’s a turning point.Magic Kingdom has long been rooted in nostalgia, but with this villains-themed area on the way, the park is starting to pivot toward something a little edgier and more cinematic. It’s a signal that Disney wants to evolve Magic Kingdom without just slapping new paint on old rides. They’re giving fans new reasons to come back—and in this case, maybe even root for the bad guys.If these rumors hold true, Villains Land won’t just be another land. It could be the most daring one Disney has ever attempted.So, who’s ready to take a walk on the wicked side?The post Confirmed: Location Revealed for Magic Kingdom’s NEW Villains Land appeared first on Inside the Magic.