Hollywood Studios is a park with a few can’t-miss rides, a couple of forgettable rides, and lots of shows.
Let’s take a look at all Disney Hollywood Studios rides….
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What rides are at Hollywood Studios?
Hollywood Studios has a total of 20 rides and live shows:
Alien Swirling Saucers
Beauty & the Beast – Live on Stage
Disney Junior Dance Party!
For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
Indiana Jones™ Epic Stunt Spectacular!
Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple
Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Mickey Shorts Theater (showing Vacation Fun)
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Muppet*Vision 3D
Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
Slinky Dog Dash
Star Tours – The Adventure Continues
Star Wars Launch Bay
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Toy Story Mania!
Voyage of the Little Mermaid
Walt Disney Presents
As you can see from the list above, Hollywood Studios is themed after movies and includes attractions from nearly all of the major franchises and brands owned by Disney including Star Wars, Toy Story & Pixar, Frozen, and Indiana Jones.
There are also lots of live shows to see here, making it difficult to plan since you have to try to fit them all into your day.
Characters and Nighttime Entertainment
In addition to the attractions and shows listed below, Hollywood Studios also offers visitors lots of opportunities to see characters as well as popular nighttime shows like Fantasmic! and Wonderful World of Animation.
This attraction allows guests to interact with beloved Star Wars characters, tour galleries of memorabilia and replicas of large-scale Star Wars artifacts, shop for special Star Wars merchandise at “Launch Bay Cargo” and play the latest Star Wars interactive video games.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody, especially Star Wars fans
Attraction length: N/A
Do we recommend? Yes
When to visit: Anytime, although waits are shorter in the morning
Lightning Lane available: No
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): Chewbacca will speak to you at their meet & greets so you might want to brush up on your Wookie
Disney Junior Play and Dance!
Interactive dance party featuring characters from The Lion Guard and Mickey and the Roadster Racers as well as Vampirina and Doc McStuffins. Interactive elements include bubbles, streamers, and “snow.”
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: About 25 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes, for families with little ones
When to visit: Anytime, as scheduled
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): Most people will sit on the floor for this show, although there are some benches in the back. Arrive 10-15 minutes early to sit closer to the stage.
Voyage of the Little Mermaid (Temporarily Unavailable)
17-minute show featuring a combination of live performances, puppets, film clips and special effects.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody (though the dark theater and the Ursula character may scare some little ones)
Attraction length: About 17 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes, for families with little ones
When to visit: Anytime, as scheduled
Lightning Lane available: No
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): See this show before lunch to avoid lines
Walt Disney Presents
This museum-style attraction is a chance to see lots of memorabilia from Walt’s life. Items include a model of Main Street, U.S.A., Oscar trophies, plus concept art for upcoming attractions. Character greetings are also frequently available inside as well as sneak peaks of upcoming movies.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: N/A
Do we recommend? Only as a time filler for those who love knowing more about the history
When to visit: Anytime
Lightning Lane available: No
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): Ask a Cast Member for a trivia quiz. If you answer the trivia questions correctly, you’ll be given a certificate.
Echo Lake
Star Tours – The Adventure Continues
3D flight simulator that takes guests through one of dozens of different Star Wars experiences including new characters and adventures from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker as well as Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Batuu, the home planet of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.
Height req: 40 inches
Suitable for: Anybody 40″ or taller who can handle simulators and some rough movement.
Attraction length: About 7 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes, especially for Star Wars fans
When to visit: 2nd hour
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: Yes
Tip(s): The exit area is a great Star Wars gift shop that has areas to build LEGO Star Wars characters and light sabers. If this store seems too busy, you may have better luck at Once Upon a Toy store in Disney Springs where you can get the same items.
Mickey Shorts Theater
Enjoy Vacation Fun, an original animated short featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse at the Mickey Shorts Theater.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: About 10 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes, especially for fans of the Mickey Shorts cartoons
When to visit: Anytime
Lightning Lane available: No
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): This is a great attraction to take a break from the heat.
For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
This 25-30 minute show is hosted by hilarious historians from Arendelle who walk you through the story of Frozen with a chance to sing songs from the movie along the way. Characters from the movie appear on stage for a bit during the show as well.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: About 25-30 minutes
Do we recommend? Definitely for Frozen fans
When to visit: Anytime, as scheduled
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): If you don’t have a Genie+ reservation, be sure to show up about 20-25 minutes before show time to ensure a seat.
Indiana Jones™ Epic Stunt Spectacular!
35-minute show that gives you a behind-the-scenes look at the effects used on a movie set, using scenes from Indiana Jones movies. The theater is outdoors but covered so you’ll be protected from the sun but not sitting in air conditioning.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: About 35 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes
When to visit: Anytime, as scheduled
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): To increase your chances of being picked to be in a scene, show up early, sit near the front and be enthusiastic.
Jedi Training: Trials of the Temple (not currently available)
This outdoor show allows young Padawans to master their Jedi skills before facing off against forces from the Dark Side (Darth Vader & the Seventh Sister Inquisitor from Star War Rebels).
Height req: None
Suitable for: Disney requests participants be between the ages of 4 & 12.
Attraction length: About 20 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes, especially for young Star Wars fans
When to visit: Sign up in the morning
Lightning Lane available: No
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): Registration to participate is located at the Indiana Jones Adventurers Outpost store. In order to secure a spot you should sign up in the morning.
Hollywood Boulevard
Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
A 2-1/2D trackless attraction that puts guests inside of a Mickey Mouse Cartoon Short.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: About 5 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes, as both a time filler and as a method to get to the other side of the park
When to visit: 2nd hour
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: Yes
Tip(s): Keep your eyes peeled during the carnival scene for a poster titled “The Great Moving Ride” that obviously is in honor of The Great Movie Ride.
This indoor, 3D show is a fun attraction featuring the Muppets. Things happen in the theater as part of the show, making the show even more fun (especially for little ones).
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: About 17 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes, for little ones (as a time filler for everybody else)
When to visit: Anytime
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): The theater holds a lot of people and usually doesn’t have a long wait. It’s a good option to escape hot afternoons. Be sure to check MDE for hours as this attraction sometimes opens after park opening and closes before park closing.
Sunset Boulevard
Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy
A new show featuring Lightning McQueen and other favorite Cars characters. Watch as Lightning showcases his racing simulator on the wrap around screen and then takes on a racing challenge.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: About 10 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes, especially for little ones and Cars fans (and as a time filler for everybody else)
When to visit: Anytime, as scheduled
Lightning Lane available: No
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): This show is inside in the air conditioning and can be a good opportunity to take a break from the heat in the afternoon.
The Twilight Zone of Tower of Terror™
One of the best themed attractions in all of Disney World, this ride takes you on an elevator ride that ultimately results in dropping you 13 stories. After the initial drop, the ride goes up and down in random sequence, dropping you multiple times.
Height req: 40 inches
Suitable for: People 40″ and taller who love thrillers
Attraction length: About 5 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes
When to visit: 1st hour
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: Yes
Tip(s): Just before boarding the ride vehicle, there is a chicken exit for those who choose not to ride.
This high-speed, takes-off-really-super-fast coaster features the music of Aerosmith. The story line is that you’re headed to a red carpet event and don’t have much time so you’re in a fast-paced limo that takes you through twists and turns (some parts are inverted) and delivers you to the red carpet.
Height req: 48 inches
Suitable for: Coaster lovers that are 48″ and taller
As the name implies, this is a live show featuring the story of Beauty and the Beast.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: About 25 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes, especially for princess lovers
When to visit: Anytime, as scheduled
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: No
Tip(s): Food is allowed here, so feel free to grab lunch or a snack and bring it in to eat while you watch
Toy Story Land
Alien Swirling Saucers
Similar to Mater‘s Junkyard Jamboree at Disney California Adventure, this attraction swirls guests around in spaceships on a dizzying ride through space.
Height req: 32 inches
Suitable for: People 32″ and taller
Attraction length: About 20 minutes to do the whole loop
Do we recommend? Yes, especially for little ones as a time filler for everybody else
When to visit: 2nd Hour
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: Yes
Tip(s): This attraction has a great soundtrack that sometimes changes for the holidays
Slinky Dog Dash
This family-friendly coaster is similar in intensity to Seven Dwarfs Mine Train or Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. Guests ride in adorable Slinky Dog cars as they experience lots of wacky dips and twists, bridges and drops.
Height req: 38 inches
Suitable for: People that are 38″ and taller and coaster fans
Attraction length: About 2 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes
When to visit: 1st hour
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: Yes
Tip(s): If you aren’t able to ride in the first hour of the park being open, consider getting in line right before park close for shortest waits
Fun ride that includes wearing 3D glasses and riding through various carnival game scenes to score points.
Height req: None
Suitable for: Anybody
Attraction length: 8 minutes
Do we recommend? Yes
When to visit: 2nd hour
Lightning Lane available: Yes
Eligible for Early Entry: Yes
Tip(s): This is a great attraction to ride if you have a little one that needs to rest since you can stay on it as long as you like. You can get on and off on any of its 3 stops so it is also a good way to save some steps if you need to cross the park.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Guests get behind the controls of the Millennium Falcon in one of three flight crew roles.
Height req: 38 inches
Suitable for: Anyone tall enough to ride, though some controls may be harder to reach for little ones
Can you clarify how you get to ride this attraction? Can you queue up as normal or do you need to make a special booking to access this ride, it doesnt seem very clear in the write up here
Mike
Sunday 9th of October 2022
Can you clarify how you get to ride this attraction? Can you queue up as normal or do you need to make a special booking to access this ride, it doesnt seem very clear in the write up here