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Na'vi Shaman

Built by Walt Disney Imagineering · United States· Launched 2017

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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#29 of 116 ranked Humanoid robots (279 listed)

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RoboScore

62.2/ 100

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On sale15%100/100
In use23%Not counted yet
Track record9%70/100
Specs on file11%86/100
Funding15%Not counted yet
Company age4%100/100
Other robots5%41/100
News15%Not counted yet
Wikipedia entry3%Not counted yet
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Overview

A highly expressive humanoid/alien-like robot with fluid movements and lifelike features. The Na'vi Shaman welcomes guests at Na'vi River Journey in Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park in Florida. With 42 degrees of freedom in the head, the robot performs a wide range of facial expressions that emulate emotion and convey feeling, featuring independent shoulder movements in 9-DoF arms for realistic body language.

Flagship features

  • One of the most complex Audio-Animatronics® figures ever created by Walt Disney Imagineering
  • Featured in the Na’vi River Journey attraction at Pandora – The World of Avatar

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At a glance

Named customers0No named customer yetCompanyFounded 1952United StatesList priceOn requestNo public price on recordAvailabilityAvailable

Specifications

From the makerCheckedEstimated
Anthropomorphic torso
Static
81
No

25% of humanoid robots have it

Custom control software
Rotary encoders
No

41% of humanoid robots have it

No

26% of humanoid robots have it

No

4% of humanoid robots have it

No

15% of humanoid robots have it

No

32% of humanoid robots have it

No

22% of humanoid robots have it

Custom control software
No

52% of humanoid robots have it

No

18% of humanoid robots have it

No

64% of humanoid robots have it

Production scale
Indoor
Retail service
274.3 cm

Taller than 99% of 205 Humanoid robots with this spec

170 kg

Heavier than 97% of 218 Humanoid robots with this spec

9

More joints than 89% of 190 Humanoid robots with this spec

16 h

Lasts longer than 96% of 209 Humanoid robots with this spec

Detailed specifications

What it is built for4
Applications
entertainment
anthropomorphic torso
Target Industries
entertainment
Primary Applications
service reception
Size & capacity1
Height Mm
2743
Sensing & perception1
No
Buying & support5
Datasheet Url
Preview PDF online
Deployment Count
1
Country Of Origin
USA
Is Research Grade
No
Availability Status
available
Other details1
No

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Company milestones(estimated)

  • 2018LaunchDisney Imagineering unveils Stuntronics
  • 2017DeploymentNa'vi River Journey opens with Shaman of Songs
  • 2017MilestoneMost advanced Disney Imagineering animatronic
  • 1986MilestoneAdopted Walt Disney Imagineering name
  • 1965MilestoneMerged into Walt Disney Productions
  • 1953MilestoneRenamed WED Enterprises
  • 1952MilestoneFounded as Walt Disney, Inc.
  • Not yet on fileMilestoneStuntronics platform development explained by Disney

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Na'vi Shaman?
The Na'vi Shaman is developed by Walt Disney Imagineering, based in United States.
What type of robot is the Na'vi Shaman?
The Na'vi Shaman is a Humanoid robot made by Walt Disney Imagineering.
How much does the Na'vi Shaman cost?
Pricing for the Na'vi Shaman is not publicly listed. Contact Walt Disney Imagineering for a quote.
When was the Na'vi Shaman launched?
The Na'vi Shaman was launched in 2017.
What are the key specifications of the Na'vi Shaman?
Key specifications of the Na'vi Shaman: form factor anthropomorphic torso, height 274.3 cm, weight 170 kg, mobility static, moving joints 81.

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