Since it's opening in 1955, Mr. Toad's Wild Ride has crashed it's way to our hearts, while at the same time making most people wonder how a ride that literally sends you to Hell ever got to be so popular. While we can't solve that riddle, we can take you through the history of this opening day attraction instead! From the man put in charge of the ride design to it's ultimate fate in Walt Disney World, we cover it all!
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