Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

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About Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

A large-scale Star Wars dark ride with multiple ride systems, big sets, characters, and a full Resistance vs. First Order storyline. It feels more like an experience than a normal ride.

Best Time to Ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Over the past 90 days, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has averaged about 49 minutes in the standby line. Waits are shortest in the evening (7 PM onward), running around 38 minutes, and peak midday (11 AM-2 PM) at roughly 57 minutes. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is also open during Early Entry, so resort guests can knock it out in the first 30 minutes with almost no wait. Otherwise, ride in the evening (7 PM onward) or in the final hour before Hollywood Studios closes.

Lightning Lane Strategy for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is sold as an Individual Lightning Lane, bought separately from Lightning Lane Multi Pass at a per-ride price. Because it is one of the most in-demand experiences at Hollywood Studios, buy it as early as your window allows. Its Lightning Lane demand is moderate — the return supply sells out on roughly 38% of days, often on the same day. Book right when the 7 AM window opens and your return time usually lands around 7:45 PM. Even after it sells out, watch the app for restocks — on sell-out days Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance restocks about 54% of the time, most often around 3 PM.

Good to Know

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is a dark ride in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Hollywood Studios. The experience runs about 18 minutes, takes place indoors, and has a 40-inch height requirement, so check younger guests before you queue.

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