Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Location	Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Ride type	Multi-ride-system dark ride
Height requirement	40 in (102 cm)
Experience length	About 18 minutes including preshows
Opened	December 5, 2019
Thrill level	Moderate (short drops, dark scenes)
Access	Paid Lightning Lane or standby. Check the My Disney Experience app for the current option
Rider switch	Available

Get ready to experience a Star Wars adventure on the Rise of the Resistance! This attraction is beautifully thought out, and every detail complements the next. It combines storytelling, movie magic, technology, and everything you expect to experience if you were actually in a Star Wars movie! Are you ready to have an adventure of a lifetime?  Let’s head to the Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios to learn more about Star Wars Rise of the Resistance!                                         

The Rules for Rise of the Resistance

• You must be 40 inches or taller to ride this attraction
• This attraction is ideal for kids, tweens, teens, and adults
• This thrill ride is loud, dark, and has small drops

What it Feels Like to Ride Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

The fun begins while you wait in line for this thrilling ride. As you navigate through a winding path lined with trees and greenery, you enter a cave with huge holes cut out that act as windows.  As you look out through the open-air windows, you see a huge courtyard filled with various plants and running water. The experience is relaxing and makes the long line enjoyable.  As the line continues, you finally make it indoors and are met with star wars décor and exciting technology. As you continue down the winding cave-like pathway, there are plenty of things to look at and explore. Soon the path becomes narrow as you get closer to the ride, and your excitement builds as you hear the voices over the loudspeaker.  The room suddenly gets dark, and your attention is focused on the large digital screens that display top-secret information. You are welcomed aboard in a unique way that won’t be discussed right now, so the surprise won’t be ruined.  Then it’s time for the super exciting moment to enter this amazing ride. You feel like you are in a movie and experiencing the real thing.  Tip: Pay close attention to what the characters are saying to ensure you follow along with the entire experience. One of the best moments is seeing the Stormtroopers, so keep your eyes open!  When you do see the Stormtroopers get ready to have some more fun! The entire experience is quite incredible. Everything that surrounds you makes you feel like you are in the movie, and it truly transports you to another world.  When you think the experience is over, more fun and something is interesting everywhere you look! It captivates your attention!  Suddenly, during the experience, you sit in a swirling and moving cart that guides you through the attraction as lasers shoot around you! It’s very exciting, and it’s all happening in the dark!  There are lots of surprises during this ride, and they will be kept top secret, for now, so you get to enjoy every moment when you experience this incredible attraction! 

Scare Factor

This attraction has a medium scare factor because of movement in the dark and shooting lasers that could scare some children. 

Post Show

After you have a fabulous time on this ride, head over to one of the restaurants to grab something to eat, there are excellent dining options in this area of the park, so make sure you check out Ronto Roasters, Kat Saka’s Kettle, Oga’s Cantina, Milk Stand, and Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo. Any true Star Wars fan can’t leave the Galaxy’s Edge without buying some souvenirs. There are plenty of shops to browse through and find unique items you can’t get anywhere else.  Popular shops include First Order Cargo, Resistance Supply, Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities, and Savi’s Workshop – Handbuilt Lightsabers.  One of the coolest areas to shop is the Market Merchants that are home to shops such as Black Spire Outfitters, Toydarian Toymaker, Creature Stall, and Jewels of Birth.  The Droid Depot is a fun place to visit; they assemble, customize and activate droids. It’s something special you need to check out!  Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is a spectacular park area that needs to be seen during the day and night to experience this well-designed and authentic adventure truly.  An excellent way to experience day and night in this area is to head over to Star Wars: Galaxy Edge when you first arrive at the park during the day, then go back towards the last two hours of your visit at night. You can also choose to spend a few hours before sunset in this area, and it will carry you over into the night when the sky is dark.   The daytime is ideal for all Star Wars fans to see during the day, but the nighttime experience might be a little overwhelming for young children.  You want to go at night because the fantastic Star Wars atmosphere combined with the night sky makes it feel like you are in space, which boosts the experience compared to the daytime.  Also, the nighttime vibe is great for teens and adults because it’s the perfect chance to stop by one of the restaurants to relax, have a drink, enjoy delicious food, and ride the attractions.  In Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, you will be in the middle of a battle between the Resistance and the First Order. During the ride, you walk from section to section, so a helpful tip is to shop at the gift shops after you have ridden the attraction, so you have your hands free during the ride.  The shops are loaded with everything Star Wars so if you are a huge fan and plan to stock up on some gear, schedule your shopping spree towards the last couple of hours of your visit in this area because you will have tons of shopping bags to carry back to your hotel.  Overall, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is an excellent ride that is a must for Star Wars fans and those who are just beginning to enjoy Star Wars. This is an epic attraction and will impress the most knowledgeable super fan.  Are you ready to ride this awesome attraction? Book your Walt Disney Vacation today!  — Learn more about Rise of the Resistance at the Walt Disney World website.