Disney’s Hollywood Studios is packed with blockbuster thrills, immersive lands, and stage shows. From Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Toy Story Land and Sunset Boulevard, this park is home to some of Walt Disney World’s most popular attractions — which also means strategy matters.
All Hollywood Studios Rides and Attractions by Land
Hollywood Boulevard
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Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
A trackless dark ride that pulls you into a Mickey cartoon full of surprises.
Walt Disney Presents
A walk-through gallery experience highlighting Walt’s legacy, with exhibits and film content.
Echo Lake
Photo by Cliff Wang
Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
A motion simulator with randomized Star Wars scenes, so it can feel different every time.
Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular
A live stunt show that reveals how action scenes are staged and filmed.
For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
A comedic, sing-along retelling of Frozen with live performers.
Toy Story Land
Photo by Cliff Wang
Slinky Dog Dash
A smooth family coaster with gentle dips, turns, and great views of the land.
Toy Story Mania!
An interactive 4D game ride where you compete in carnival-style challenges.
Alien Swirling Saucers
A spinning whip-style ride where your saucer slides and swerves around the track.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Photo by Marisa Alvarado
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
A multi-part adventure that combines several ride systems in one epic story.
Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Pilot, gun, or engineer the Millennium Falcon on an interactive mission.
Sunset Boulevard
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The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
A haunted hotel elevator ride with sudden drops and eerie atmosphere.
Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster
A high-speed launch coaster with inversions and a concert-to-limo storyline.
Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage
A Broadway-style stage show featuring songs and scenes from the film.
Fantasmic!
A nighttime spectacular with fireworks, water effects, and big Disney moments.
Hollywood Studios Rides by Thrill Level
A quick way to plan “how intense” your day will feel.
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🟢 Gentle Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, Toy Story Mania!, Muppet*Vision 3D, Walt Disney Presents, Disney Junior-style character fun, most stage shows |
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🟡 Moderate Slinky Dog Dash, Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run, Star Tours, Alien Swirling Saucers, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Rise of the Resistance |
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🔴 Thrill Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster, (Tower of Terror for many kids), peak-intensity Star Wars moments |
Best Hollywood Studios Rides for Kids by Age
Best Rides for Ages 2–4
- Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway – big smiles, no height requirement, and tons of re-ride value.
- Toy Story Mania! – interactive and easy to understand (and adults love it too).
- Muppet*Vision 3D – a funny indoor break with classic Muppets humor.
Best Rides for Ages 5–7
- Alien Swirling Saucers – a fun “first thrill” if your kid likes spinning.
- Slinky Dog Dash – a perfect starter coaster once they hit the height minimum.
- Star Tours – great if they’re into Star Wars and can handle motion simulators.
Best Rides for Ages 8–10
- Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance – the most “epic story ride” in the park.
- Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run – interactive, competitive, and very re-rideable.
- Tower of Terror – a big step up for brave kids.
- Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster – serious thrills for coaster fans.
Best Hollywood Studios Thrill Rides by Age
Hollywood Studios is arguably Walt Disney World’s most thrill-heavy park. From launched roller coasters to immersive Star Wars adventures, these are the rides thrill-seeking kids tend to gravitate toward by age group.
Best Thrill Rides for Ages 5–7
- Slinky Dog Dash (38 in) – the perfect “first real coaster,” smooth and fun without big drops.
- Star Tours – The Adventures Continue (40 in) – a motion simulator through the Star Wars galaxy.
- Alien Swirling Saucers (32 in) – a spinning ride that feels thrilling without being overwhelming.
Best Thrill Rides for Ages 8–10
- Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance (40 in) – one of the most ambitious attractions Disney has ever built.
- Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run (38 in) – interactive flight simulator where kids can pilot the Falcon.
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror (40 in) – thrilling elevator drops inside a haunted hotel.
Best Thrill Rides for Teens and Adults
- Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster (48 in) – high-speed launch coaster with inversions.
- The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror (40 in) – still one of the most intense rides in Disney World.
- Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance (40 in) – thrilling storytelling combined with multiple ride systems.
Hollywood Studios Height Requirements and Lightning Lane Eligibility
| Land | Attraction | Height Requirement | Lightning Lane |
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| Hollywood Boulevard | Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway | None | Multi Pass |
| Toy Story Land | Slinky Dog Dash | 38 in (97 cm) | Multi Pass |
| Toy Story Land | Toy Story Mania! | None | Multi Pass |
| Toy Story Land | Alien Swirling Saucers | 32 in (81 cm) | Multi Pass |
| Galaxy’s Edge | Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run | 38 in (97 cm) | Multi Pass |
| Galaxy’s Edge | Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance | 40 in (102 cm) | Single Pass |
| Echo Lake | Star Tours | 40 in (102 cm) | Multi Pass |
| Sunset Boulevard | Tower of Terror | 40 in (102 cm) | Multi Pass |
| Sunset Boulevard | Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster | 48 in (122 cm) | Multi Pass (when offered) |
