From spectacular sucesses to famous failures, explore the history of Kings Island and discover nostalgic favourites and long lost memories from the amusement park’s past. Join us as we uncover the tale of these old rides that once thrilled park guests and learn about their interesting stories.
From the fleeting flight of The Bat to the legendary Son of Beast, King Cobra’s stand up thrills and the spooky charm of the Phantom Theatre, this journey explores the rise and fall of these much loved attractions.
While these rides may no longer grace the park, their legacy lives on, shaping the ever-evolving Kings Island.
00:00 - Success and Failure
00:16 - The Bat
03:47 - Zodiac
04:49 - Screamin’ Demon
06:37 - Flight Commander
08:28 - King Cobra
11:32 - Phantom Theatre
13:54 - Scooby’s Ghoster Coaster
15:31 - Son of Beast
18:14 - Tomb Raider: The Ride
20:33 - Firehawk
23:07 - The Memory Lives On
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🎢 Personal Coaster Count: 386 🎢
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