Welcome to the glitz and glamour of all the Hollywood Studios rides and attractions, where you step into the magic of the movies!
If you’re planning a visit to this iconic Disney park, you’re in for a treat. Hollywood Studios offers an unforgettable experience, transporting you to the golden age of Hollywood while immersing you in the beloved worlds of your favourite films and TV shows.
So, grab your popcorn, fasten your seatbelts, and let the adventure begin!
This post is your complete guide to all the Hollywood Studios rides and attractions that you can’t miss the next time you’re at Disney World.
Hollywood Studios Rides and Attractions List
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This guide will cover all the Hollywood Studios shows and rides.
List of Hollywood Studios Shows
1. Beauty & The Beast Live on Stage
Location: Sunset Boulevard
Step into the enchanting world of Beauty and the Beast Live on Stage at Disney World! This captivating, 30-minute, live musical performance brings the timeless tale of Belle and the Beast to life in an immersive and magical way. You’ll be swept away by the captivating music, dazzling costumes, and mesmerizing choreography as the classic story unfolds on stage.
The only bad thing about this show is that it’s outside. The Floridian humidity is the worst character in the show – even worse than Gaston!
But if you can stand the heat (after all, there you can sit under shelter with fans) or you’re visiting during a cooler intime of year, this is a must-watch show.
2. Disney Junior Play and Dance!
Location: Animation Courtyard
Did you think that Hollywood Studios was only good for older kids and adults? This 10-minute show will prove otherwise!
At the Disney Junior Play and Dance show, little ones can dance and see their favourite Disney Junior characters. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Doc McStuffins, Vampirina and other beloved characters come to life on stage, encouraging kids to sing, dance, and play along.
The colourful and engaging performance will have children of all ages clapping their hands, tapping their feet, and joining in on the excitement.
With catchy tunes, adorable costumes, and plenty of audience participation, Disney Junior Play and Dance is a delightful experience that will leave kids beaming with joy.
3. For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration
Location: Echo Lake
Step into the world of Arendelle as Anna, Elsa, and Kristoff take the stage for a heartwarming and hilarious retelling of the beloved story. Join in on the fun as the royal historians guide the audience through the magical journey, encouraging everyone to sing along to the iconic songs from the hit film.
The songs and characters are just as amazing as you’d expect. But the unexpected humour from the narrators is really what takes this show to the next level. It really is one of the funniest shows (for both adults and kids) in Disney World – up there with Monsters Inc Laugh Floor and the Country Bear Jamboree in Magic Kingdom.
From “Let It Go” to “Do You Want to Build a Snowman,” this irresistible sing-along will have you and your family belting out your favourite tunes in true Frozen style.
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4. Green Army Drum Corps
Location: Toy Story Land
Everybody’s favourite green toy soldiers gather throughout the day at Toy Story Land to showcase their high-energy drumming and captivating performances.
The Green Army Drum Corps will have you marching to the beat of their drums and cheering for more.
5. Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!
Location: Echo Lake
Prepare for an action-packed adventure with Indiana Jones™ Epic Stunt Spectacular!
Step into the thrilling world of Indiana Jones, as you witness jaw-dropping stunts, heart-pounding action, and movie magic, come to life right before your eyes.
Immerse yourself in the excitement and wonder of Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular that will leave you on the edge of your seat!
6. Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy
Location: Sunset Boulevard
Rev up your engines and get ready for a high-octane experience with Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy at Disney World!
Step into the world of Disney Pixar’s Cars and join Lightning McQueen, the legendary racing car, in a thrilling interactive show. Be part of the action as Lightning McQueen shares his racing tips and tricks with the help of his friends, Mater and Cruz Ramirez.
If you’re a fan of Cars, you won’t want to miss this 10-minute, immersive, 3D adventure.
7. Muppet*Vision 3D
Location: Grand Avenue
Step into the crazy and hilarious world of the Muppets with MuppetVision 3D at Disney World!
Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, and all your favourite Muppet characters as they attempt to showcase their latest movie technology: Muppet*Vision 3D.
This 17-minute show has been a classic at Hollywood Studios since May 1991, so you won’t want to miss it!
8. Vacation Fun – An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie
Location: Echo Lake
Embark on a whimsical animated adventure with “Vacation Fun – An Original Animated Short with Mickey & Minnie”. Join the iconic duo, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, as they take you on a delightful journey through their most memorable vacation moments.
It isn’t 3D. It doesn’t have any stunts or huge musical numbers. But, it’s charming and cute.
Is it the end of the world if you miss it? No. But it is a fun animated cartoon that will only take up 10 minutes of your time.
9. Walt Disney Presents
Location: Animation Courtyard
Discover the fascinating legacy of Walt Disney at Walt Disney Presents. Step into a captivating journey that celebrates the life and achievements of the visionary man behind the magic. Explore an engaging exhibit that sheds light on Walt’s incredible creative process and the history of Disney.
After that, watch the 15-minute documentary, Walt Disney: One Man’s Dream – to find out more about Walt.
For history disnerds (like me), it’s one of the most interesting attractions in Hollywood Studios – and Disney World in general.
10. Wonderful World of Animation
Location: Hollywood Boulevard
Be prepared to be dazzled by the “Wonderful World of Animation” at Disney World!
This 12-minute spectacular nighttime show takes you on an enchanting journey through the magical world of Disney animation.
Watch in awe as the iconic Chinese Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios comes to life with stunning projections, vibrant colours, and heartwarming scenes from classic, new and underrated Disney films.
11. Fantasmic!
Location: Sunset Boulevard
Fantasmic! at Disney World is a 29-minute, awe-inspiring nighttime spectacular that brings Disney stories to life in a mesmerizing fusion of water, lights, and fireworks.
Join Mickey Mouse on a magical adventure through his dreams. Watch as he encounters beloved Disney characters and villains in an epic battle of good versus evil.
Fantasmic! is like no other nighttime show – at Disney World or any other theme park (except Disneyland in California, where you can find an arguably better version of Fantasmic!).
List of Thrilling Hollywood Studios Rides and Attractions
Hollywood Studios is known for its iconic thrill rides, and they do not disappoint!
1. Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith
Height Restriction: 48in (122cm) +
Highlights: Loops, “limo” roller coaster in the dark, Aerosmith music
Location: Sunset Boulevard
Get ready to rock out and experience high-speed thrills with Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith at Disney World!
Join the legendary rock band Aerosmith on a wild backstage adventure as you’re whisked away in a super-stretch limo to their concert.
Hold on tight as you launch from 0 to 57 mph in just 2.8 seconds! There are 3 loops (1 corkscrew and 2 rollover loops).
To add to the excitement, you get to listen to Aerosmith’s incredible booming music. If you’re a thrill seeker and music lover, does it get any better than this?!
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2. Slinky Dog Dash
Height Restriction: 38in (97cm) +
Highlights: Thrill rides, a step above a junior coaster, one of the best Disney World rides at night, small drops
Location: Toy Story Land
Get ready for a playful and moderately thrilling ride with Slinky Dog Dash at Disney World!
Join the beloved Slinky Dog from Toy Story on a rollicking adventure through Andy’s backyard.
This is a step up from a junior coaster, but it is nothing like Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster (there are no loops and it is definitely slower). It’s one of the best Hollywood Studios rides and attractions for younger kids who are testing out roller coasters.
This is always a fun attraction, but it is significantly better at night – when Toy Story Land is all lit up!
3. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
Height Restriction: 40in (102cm) +
Highlights: Thrill rides, small drops, immersive, extremely unique
Location: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Prepare to be transported to a galaxy far, far away with Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at Disney World! Join the Resistance in a grand battle against the First Order as you become part of an immersive and action-packed adventure.
This is a complex, unique and kind of strange attraction (and I’m not just saying that because I’m not exactly a Star Wars superfan). This is a huge attraction with multiple ride systems.
Rise of the Resistance is the kind of attraction that sounds very confusing until you ride it. But even after you ride it, it feels like a hazy dream.
Enjoy, and may the force be with you!
4. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror
Height Restriction: 40in (102cm) +
Highlights: Thrill ride with HUGE drops
Location: Sunset Boulevard
If you dare to enter the Hollywood Tower Hotel, prepare for a spine-chilling journey like no other.
Join a group of brave souls as you board a haunted elevator and ascend to the top floors of this iconic 1939 hotel.
Hold your breath as you plummet into the unknown, and encounter supernatural surprises along the way.
This is basically the Haunted Mansion’s big sister (who is a lot scarier!).
List of Slower Hollywood Studios Rides and Attractions
Hollywood Studios excels at thrill rides. However, they also have a handful of slow rides to offer for the younger guests (or those who don’t want to go to a haunted 1930s hotel or take a limo ride with loops).
1. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run
Height Restriction: 38in (97cm) +
Highlights: Becoming part of the ride
Location: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Climb aboard the iconic Millennium Falcon and embark on a mission with Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run at Disney World! Join a team of pilots, gunners, and engineers as you take control of the fastest ship in the galaxy.
According to Disney, this is a thrill ride. I beg to differ.
I guess it’s thrilling in the sense that you have control to either succeed or crash. And there’s a constant threat of danger.
But compared to the other “thrilling” rides, this simply isn’t “scary enough” to be part of that category (in my humble opinion). Do you think it should be classed as a thrill ride?
2. Alien Swirling Saucers
Height Restriction: 32in (81cm) +
Highlights: Spinning
Location: Toy Story Land
Blast off on an out-of-this-world adventure on the Alien Swirling Saucers attraction!
Join the adorable aliens from Toy Story on an intergalactic joyride as they swirl and whirl in their flying saucers. But beware, this ride spins. A LOT.
As someone who can’t handle rides that spin too much, I sit this one out. But if you can handle spinning, this is a very cute attraction.
A quick word of advice: don’t get a meal at Woody’s Lunch Box right before riding Alien Swirling Saucers.
3. Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Height Restriction: Any height
Highlights: 2-and-a-half-D, the only ride at Disney World that features Mickey and Friends!
Location: Hollywood Boulevard
Step into the cartoon world with Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway at Disney World!
This has been described by Imagineers as a “2-and-a-half-D” (which means 3D without the glasses).
This is a truly innovative and immersive attraction, that really makes you feel like you’re part of the action with Mickey and Friends!
This is one of the best Hollywood Studios attractions for the whole family. It’s not too tame or too thrilling. It’s truly the Goldilocks of Hollywood Studios rides and attractions.
4. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue
Height Restriction: 40in (102cm) +
Highlights: Small drops, almost thrilling
Location: Echo Lake
Embark on an intergalactic voyage with Star Tours: The Adventure Continues! Join C-3PO and R2-D2, as they pilot your Starspeeder 1000 through an exciting journey across the Star Wars galaxy.
With over 70 different mission combinations, every ride is a unique experience filled with iconic characters, epic battles and breathtaking destinations.
This simulator ride may be overshadowed now by Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Millenium Falcon: Smugglers Run.
In fact, when I went to Disney World in early September 2019 (just after the opening of Galaxy’s Edge), there was a cast member outside of Star Tours, trying to persuade guests to go on the attraction!
Granted, that was the same time as Hurricane Dorian. But, I never saw this at any other Disney attractions at the same time.
Star Tours is less innovative than the newer Star Wars attractions, but it’s still impressive and fun! (Wow, for someone who doesn’t really like Star Wars, I’m weirdly protective of this ride 😂)
5. Toy Story Mania!
Height Restriction: Any height
Highlights: Spinning (but not much), COMPETITION!
Location: Toy Story Land
Step into the playful and whimsical world of Toy Story Mania at Disney World! Join Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and all your favourite Toy Story characters for an interactive and thrilling carnival-style adventure.
Whilst participating in these games, you are competing against the person next to you. Toy Story Mania is practically a more impressive and updated version of Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom. And I’m totally not saying that because I get higher scores on Toy Story Mania … (and even if I don’t, I can pretend that accuracy is the most important score!).
Whether you’re popping balloons or smashing plates, you’re bound to have a blast!
Ta Ta For Now
So, even though Hollywood Studios is commonly known as “the most thrilling Disney World park”, there really is an attraction for every guest! Which is your favourite Hollywood Studios attraction?!
This post was your complete guide to all the Hollywood Studios rides and attractions that you can’t miss when you’re at Disney World.
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