Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

The Baseline: For a theme park attraction, a quality experiences must be provided, the attraction must be fun and engaging, an immersive environment must be established, the queue line must be themed, and safety must be a top priority. Queue: The queue can be long and extensive on busy days. I dreaded the line and wait in the past until I figured out to download the Disney Play app and start using the Star Wars Data Pad game in this line. The game literally makes me wish the line lasts longer and I have annoyed my family for trying to complete tasks in the line. Otherwise the line looks like you are transversing a rebel/resistance base in the Star Wars Universe. This is one of the best queues at Disneyland. Attraction: This is a newer technology dark ride that is trackless and utilizes drone AI sequencing that puts you into a Star Wars story. The Resistance parts are fun but the First Order parts are soooooooo awesome. It is sad to see the true heroes of the Galaxy not win in the ride but for some reason everyone likes the Rebels to win… pppssst… Boooooo! Regardless show your New Order / Imperial support to get some love out of the heroes of the Galaxy getting harassed by Rey and her goons.

What an experience! From the waiting room to the interior, this ride is super fun WHEN it’s not broken! The robot movement is really good and the waiting areas are super detailed. This is a must ride for those into Star Wars like myself!

Hands down the best ride at Disneyland (Calif. Adventure included). The lines for this are pretty intense, so I recommend going as early as you can. The other option is to pay the extra $$ (lightning lane is not available) for reservations. Also, given how complex the adventure/ride is, it breaks down with some frequency. But it's all worth it...you feel like you're on a movie set, except this seems more realistic.

This is a must-ride for Star Wars fans! You have to get here early. You cannot get to the ride with early access, as the side of the park the ride is on will not open until the regular park opening time. Even then, the ride is down. I usually saw it “open” around 8:40-8:54am. If you want to ride this ride, you must be there when it opens, or you will be waiting 90 minutes. You can get a single-use lighting lane pass, but it differs from your regular lighting lane and costs $28. So you will have to determine if that money is worth saving your personal. But the ride itself goes through 4 different phases before you actually ride it. Once you are riding the ride, it is super thrilling and an adrenaline rush. You feel like you are in a Star Wars movie!

Smuggler’s run was pretty fun for young kids. The eerie walk to the ride through a maze of corridors was a really interesting way to build up the excitement. The whole ‘other planet’ feeling that this part of the park has is amazing. Lots of attention to detail.

I love the thrill of this ride! One of my favorite rides here at Disneyland! It’s a very interactive experience that makes you feel you’re in one of the Star Wars movies! It’s a must visit ride! Highly recommend!!

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is, without a doubt, the best ride I’ve ever experienced. It’s not just a ride; it’s an adventure, and from the moment you step into the queue, you’re instantly immersed in the Star Wars universe. The storytelling is unmatched—you’re not just walking through a few rooms; you’re part of the action from start to finish. The ride begins with a briefing from Rey and Poe Dameron, and from there, things take an intense turn. You board a transport shuttle, and before you know it, you’re captured by the First Order. From there, the experience goes all out—trackless vehicles, motion simulators, and holographic effects make this feel more like you’re actually living through a Star Wars movie rather than just riding a theme park attraction. What blew me away was the attention to detail. There are parts of the ride where you’re face-to-face with life-sized stormtroopers, and the sheer scale of the Star Destroyer you explore is jaw-dropping. Kylo Ren confronting you at the end is so intense, and the escape sequence had me on the edge of my seat. It’s impossible not to get caught up in the story—you feel like you’re part of the Resistance, fighting back against the First Order. Disney really went all out with the technology, and every single detail works together seamlessly to create an experience that redefines theme park rides. It’s truly an epic adventure from start to finish, and if you’re a Star Wars fan, this is a ride you’ll remember for a lifetime. If you’re not, you’ll still be blown away by how immersive and thrilling it is. This is without a doubt the best ride I’ve ever had the pleasure of experiencing—100% a must-see if you’re at Disneyland!

Hands Down one of the best rides at Disneyland. This should be one of your first rides to go to. also if you don’t wanna wait in line I would pay for the single ride fast pass. You don’t have to be a Star Wars fan in order to enjoy this ride. Everything is updated and it looks so real. Here is a trick if you’re here late night if you’re not first to go here in the day, I would come here during the fireworks at night.

Never turned to yelp for a theme park ride before so reviewing one here seems a bit odd but I'm not sure where else to leave a review of such a thing. THIS IS THE BIGGEST AND BEST RIDE AT DISNEYLAND!! No joke. Having been to Disneyland so many times over the past decade and having gone on most of the rides, I can honestly say this ride is the culmination of decades worth of experience from Disney! They REALLY went all out when it came to this ride experience. From how they handled the line que to blurring the lines between line and actual ride, this experience is amazing. If you have not yet tried it, even if you are not a Star Wars fan, you will not be disappointed. I will say, the only real complaint is how long the line is. It's INSANELY long! When I went, the Disneyland app said the wait was 25 minutes (during the Main Street Parade time) so I ran over there in hopes that it would be a short wait. I ended up being on line well over an hour! My advice to you, if waiting that long deters you from ever trying this ride out, go whenever there is a major event like a parade or fireworks. If the app says less than an hour, drop whatever you're doing and RUN over there! Another option is to either go first thing when the park opens or right before they close. Other than that, you'll just have to endure really long wait times. Even though the ride is a MUST to experience, not it's worth a 2- hour wait (I've seen the app say it was that long). Anyway, good luck and MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU!

This was far and away the highlight of my latest trip to Disneyland! I grew up on the classic Original Trilogy. I am 100% through and through an absolute Star Wars geek. I've always wanted to visit the Star Wars: Galaxies Edge at Disneyland but didn't want to deal with the insane crowds. This past Monday I got to finally experience Star Wars Galaxies Edge (without the insane crowds for at least a few hours lol) and this ride......The Rise of the Resistance I don't want to spoil too much, but you HAVE to do this ride multiple times (and I did! lol) because depending on which "car" you get it can be a different experience! For me, personally, the AT- ATs were incredibly impressive! It was so awe-inspiring to see! Being in that space was definitely one of the highlights for me! This is literally my favorite ride of all time in any amusement park ever! It really is worth the wait! 5 stars.

I was in attendance at the 2015 D23 Expo in Anaheim when Bob Igor announced Disneyland was building the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge themed land. He announced that there would be two rides inside Galaxy's Edge. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run ended up being the first ride to open when Galaxy's Edge was completed in 2019. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opened later that year and has become one of Disneyland's most popular rides. I just recently rode it for the first time and absolutely love this ride. It is based off the Star Wars sequel movies and has cameos from many of the actors from those movies. On Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, you start off boarding a CEC Intersystem Transport Ship that gets captured by a First Order Star Destroyer. The Star Destroyer then pulls you inside of a hangar bay filled with stormtroopers. This part of the ride is really cool. Then you escape and board an escape pod that maneuvers through different rooms. On your adventure, you encounter more stormtroopers, an Imperial Probe Droid and AT-AT walkers. You eventually come face-to-face with Kylo Ren and his iconic red lightsaber at the end of the ride. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is such a blast and I am glad I finally got to ride it. The only bummer about this ride is that the line is usually really long. It also tends to break down a lot periodically throughout the day. But it is definitely the highlight of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and worth the hype.

It's taken us multiple trips to Disneyland to finally get on this ride, but on our most recent visit, utilizing a combination of Genie+ and a paid premium Lightning Lane fee, jumped basically the entire queue and finally made it on! It may seem absurd to have to pay additional fees to enjoy what amounts to a five-minute thrill ride (once you've made it through the lines and the staging areas, some of which are as much a part of the experience as the ride itself), but I think it is safe to say that Rise of the Resistance is one of, if not THE most immersive and exciting amusement park experiences in the world, hands down! Words do not do it justice, and describing what occurs during the ride would only diminish its awesomeness, so take my advice (and that of everyone else who has reviewed it), and if you find yourself in a Disney park, make it your priority to experience Rise of the Resistance at least once! Even a non-Star Wars fan such as my wife was utterly blown away, and I am sure you will be, too! Just be prepared to pony up some Imperial credits to secure your place and not have to waste a significant portion of your day waiting in line.

This trackless 'ride' is more of an experience than a ride as the time you're actually moving is about 4.5 minutes. As with everyone, it is still awesome, but make sure to take everything in before you're seated. The actors prior to the ride are super cool. Ours was particularly awesome and broke character at one point to tell my concerned son "Don't worry, I'm just pretending to be a bad guy". It was super cute. I had two almost 5yo's with me and they did awesome, but this could be intense for another child. For example, my eldest very likely would not have been able to handle it. Minor spoilers: There is a small drop at one point, and for someone who doesn't enjoy that, I handled it well. It's literally about 1.5 seconds. Also, about 10 min prior to the actual ride, you're put on a short simulator. It can induce motion sickness, but hang on tight as it isn't too long or too bad. Make sure to take lots of photos/videos. Enjoy!

The line was constantly moving little by little which made time feel faster. I also liked how this ride included benches for people waiting in line!!! The ride also had lots of things to see which made it feel like you were actually in the Star Wars / space. Overall the ride was fun and I really enjoyed it!! I waited an hour even though the posted wait time was 45 min.

Wow I didn't even know that you can write a review here on Yelp for a ride, but it makes sense, why just give tips about businesses, when you can also give tips on experiences. Without ruining your experience, this is a must go ride to any Star Wars fan. You get immersed, you get excited, it was a great experience. I didn't know they would use so much space for this. The lines can be long but there are certain areas to take a seat in the line, and if you haven't been on it, I would say it is a must go ride!

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is a game changer in the world of rides. This ride goes beyond virtual reality. It's a little hard to explain. Rise of the Resistance is more like a combination of several attractions all rolled into one. At first, I was disappointed. After being briefed, we were moved to a "transport ship." Think standing room only bus/tram/subway car, with scenes of a Star Wars battle. Not bad, but not worth the hour we had just waited in line. Wait! Now the doors have opened, it turns out we have been captured. The next part of the attraction involves walking. In charecter, Dark Side charecter, cast members order us about. I won't spoil the rest of the ride, but after some heroics, a sit-down ride is boarded. The ride had us all surprised. We were saying "wait, there's more," at every stage of the ride. Everyone in our party enjoyed the attraction. Like having watched an expert magician, my youngest was left with big questions of how did they do that? Why, Disney magic, of course. Be prepared for a wait. Being one of the newer attractions, and being Star Wars, the line was over 1 hour long. Later that evening, we overheard people saying they had just come from the Rise of the Resistance, and that they had waited 2 hours.

A 65 minute wait tonight wasn't bad. A well made ride that brings the Star Wars saga to life. Much more fun than the Millennium Falcon ride.

This is an amazing ride and worth the wait. Try to get on the is one early in the day when the lines are shorter. The cast members on this ride really get in to character, making the entire experience really fun!

This ride is SO much fun!!! It reminds me of the Transformers ride at Universal Studios, but better! Because it's not just 3D. You become immersed into the world of Star Wars! Before the ride, there's an opening speech. Just to get your amped up for the resistance! Then you sit down and buckle up for the actual ride. It takes you into multiple rooms where you see Storm Troopers lined up and then shooting at you. It's very interactive. So much fun! Of course, you survive at the end. But it's a fun ride getting there! This ride is so entertaining. The line is always long for a reason. But it is worth the wait!!!

Star Wars rise of the resistance is definitely a must do if you are visiting Disneyland. The attraction now falls under lightning lane for individual purchase. Sure it's pricey for each guest but worth it if you are riding for the first time and have only so much time to wait in lines. Purchasing this as an individual lightning lane does not deter you from making another free lightning lane for whatever happens to be available. You enter and go to the preshow area where you watch a video of Finn and a hologram of Rey desperately seeking your help in not revealing the location of the secret base to which you are being transported to. Meantime your ship has been apprehended by the First Order and you will encounter Kylo Ren as you journey on your adventure. As you approach the boarding area directly opposite you is a long line of Stormtroupers showing that you have been captured. A few appear on the side as well. This ride is totally immersive and your vehicle runs on a trackless course. Expect a few small drops as you make your voyage. I found it very interesting that no two journeys are alike except for the parts where you meet up with Kylo Ren and try to make your escape. Photography is not permitted on this ride but let's say you are able to make your escape except your transport may not be in as great condition as when you started. The Hollywood studios counterpart: I have not been to Hollywood studios to ride this attraction but I know it is popular over there and a very impressive ride. Located in Star Wars Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland.

love love love!! Don't love: the almost always super long line LOL but it's Disney The ride is fun and exciting! I love how the different cast members behave according to their role. It's visually amazing and has some extra exciting moments. If you have little ones who may be scared maybe skip and do smugglers run instead

I was recommended this must try ride. I didn't read up on it, and didn't know what to expect. It was better than expected. I'm not a roller coaster fan and this isn't a roller coaster. It's mostly special effects. The end ride was very jerky. I too recommend this ride. It's a mild ride, but jerky.

Rise of the Resistance is my new favorite ride at Disneyland. Every time I visit Disneyland, I think to myself, I should just take it easy and leisurely walk around. But each and every time I visit, I'm huffing and puffing it with the rest of the crowd, power walking it to get in line. The nice part about getting into line, first thing when the park opens, is you really don't wait too long to get on the ride. While you do end up queuing, it's a constant moving line. Because there's so much to see in the line, I'm really never bored and before I know it, I'm on the ride. Disney really did an amazing job with this ride. The WOW factor is definitely there and the Imagineers outdid themselves on this ride. The technology is amazing and I can't wait to see how Disneyland evolves and improves over time.

This ride is INSANE. We made a trip specifically to Disney for this attraction, and to see the Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge land for the first time. This isn't so much a "ride" as it is a Star Wars experience. After you chat with Rey and BB8, you walk through a cool outdoor area with lots of Star Wars ships and props. You arrive at your destination, chat with Admiral Akbar, and then get lined up with your group of about 20. An Empire "guard" grills your group for information (I got "yelled at" by him for touching the wall - so fun). After the interrogation, we were all loaded onto little floating vehicle pods. They are on a "trackless" track, and you can't see how it's working so it feels like you're really floating around. And you have your own R2 unit connected at the front of each car! I don't want to ruin ALL of the surprises, but as we traversed the ride, we walked through an army of Storm Troopers, saw General Hux have a meltdown, and witnessed an Empirical battle. This is a super fun experience/ride that I think anyone would enjoy, whether you're a die hard Star Wars fan or just a casual viewer of a few of the movies. Heck, I think it would even be fun for someone who has never seen even one of the films (and maybe inspire them to watch!)

WOW!!!!! I know it's a wait but, this was an experience. First time going on this ride and it was the best!!! Long lines but well worth it.... Even if your not a fan I think you would definitely enjoy this.

Hands down one of my family's favorite attractions at any theme park. Not only are you entertained for 30 solid minutes, you are in for an adventure. Whether you are a longtime fan of the Star Wars franchise or just a Disneyland fan, there is something for everyone here. This ride has a multilevel pre-show. The cast members are all in character. They will be very stern with you and even call out your clothing or the way you act. It is all fun and games. The track less ride at the end of the attraction is such a fun time. You are on a wild ride trying to escape. The only thing about this attraction that is a bummer is that not all the features work the way they used to. Overall, a great ride and attraction.

If I were to rate this ride based on the wait-times, Disney staff or the frequency of it shutting down, then this would be a negative 1 star. Fortunately I am not rating those features, I mean c'mon it is a newish Star Wars ride that actually immerses you in a tiny portion of the Star Wars universe. This ride is a true must for any SW fan, when I first heard about it, I told myself I would never go and pay a ton of money to Disney just to get the opportunity to ride it. To be honest, most of the other Star Wars rides before this were just a let down, so I was not expecting much. We went on a day that was pouring rain so the ride kept shutting down a lot. Once the ride was up, even on this very rainy day, was the only ride in Disneyland with an actual wait time. Waited about 2 hours in the crazy rain until we finally got the opportunity to ride this beast and to be honest, I'd wait in line again! The ride does a great job to start out by getting you in a mentality that you are in a Star Wars movie. I won't fill this review with spoilers for people that have never rode it but, it was truly a great expereince. It provided just enough to leave you wanting more and to want ride it again. I think the mot impressive part of the ride was the scale of the action and props during the experience. I really hope that Disney does more rides like this because for once I can say that they knocked out of the park with this one.

A very cool ride. It's a full on experience of ride, videos, and cast member interaction. The technology of this ride seems to be the future of theme rides which are trackless.

Wow, seriously go on this ride. I know it's a wait, but seriously get here. For anyone who loves Star Wars, or even likes Star Wars, you'll see things here that will make you say, "Wow, that's cool." Spoilers..... Personally seeing Kylo Ren (yeah I know he's animatronic, and not a real actor) cut through the top of our vessel was super cool. The photo opportunity with all the Storm Troopers in the front is a definite must see and must do if you want a cool photo. The ride is generally fun as you're running away from Kylo Ren on your mission, and though it's short the scenes are amazing. I could ride this multiple times, if the wait wasn't 2 hours. This beats the Millennium Falcon ride by several light-years. By far one of the best Disney rides in the park!

Be prepared to be amazed! I absolutely love this ride!! It's such a fantastic experience and does not disappoint (unless it breaks down)! You will find this ride in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. The stage is set from the time you walk into the queue! You definitely feel like you've left Disneyland and earth! The line takes you through a different terrain with cool plants and waterfalls. You will go into various areas, including a holding cell, briefing room, and a transport before you actually get to the ride vehicle. The Cast Members can be intimidating, but that's part of their character here. The uniforms of the First Order are so cool! When the ride first opened, the only way to ride this was via a virtual queue you joined from the Disneyland App on your phone. Now it is either a standby (wait in line) procedure or you can purchase an Individual Lightning Lane entry for $25. It may be more today. There isn't a Single Rider Line for this ride. RIDERS MUST BE 40" TALL. Important information - ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-anaheim?select=YQTEZphDLMABmX29iieTqQ ) The very first time, where I didn't know what to expect, was super awesome! When you see the lines of Storm Troopers, it is amazing and kind of eerie! For the most part, when the ride runs as it should, it is amazing! I once was in a holding cell when there was an issue and we were stuck for about 30 minutes with no Cast Member letting us know anything. Since I had been on the ride already, I knew it was an unusually long wait. Most of us ended up sitting on the floor waiting and some ate their snacks. When everything is moving properly, the experience from start to finish is around 20 minutes. If you find yourself at Disneyland, this ride should be on your list to experience at least once! A few more photos: BB-8 ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-anaheim?select=nSgTRvH2PZf3k4ow9bFMqw ) Admiral Gial Ackbar, veteran Mon Calamari Soldier ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-anaheim?select=9BawRQxP0WfvcWgw-6bOsQ ) Kylo Ren ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-anaheim?select=fmJmllrGIiBpAvvA73-9Og ) ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-anaheim?select=74Z_IyqiBP2Y48pKvMImsQ ) ( https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/star-wars-rise-of-the-resistance-anaheim?select=SA3Mj7NNTZTsJ61dZu5YWw )

Love the way CMs talk telling you what to do. Stand here! What did you say?!!! Great Star Wars experience! Queue is built like Indiana Jones where it provides items from the movies. The new 10 ride for me. Impressive 13-14 minute ride that flows non-stop. Well worth the wait as the ride turnover is quick. Any wait time includes the ride time. Verified this after riding it 4xs in one day. Highly recommend.

Finally, a ride actually worthy of waiting in line for. This blows Smuggler's Run out of the water. They should just get rid of that ride(refer to my Smuggler's Run review). Looks like Disney went all out in all aspects of this ride. It's been awhile since my last visit to Disneyland and back then it was all about fast passes. You know, go to kiosk and scan your pass or ticket for a fast pass ticket that tells you what time to come back so you only wait for about 25 percent of the standby wait time. Well, now it's all about the app you have to download so that you can purchase "Lightning Lane" passes for a specified amount. The day we went (2/19/23) it was $25 a person. Was not patient that day so our group of 4 said what the hell let's do it!. Definitely worth the money for it was a 2 hour wait! Now whether you are a Star Wars fan or not, you will love this ride! Unless it breaks down of course according to a handful of convos with the people we were in line with. Apparently this ride notoriously breaks down a lot. It's a newer style concept so I'm guessing they were not ready for these breakdowns until after a certain period of time. Some tidbits. Total overall length of ride is 18 minutes. You have to be at least 40 inches tall to ride this. There are no single rider lines. The cost to build this ride was an estimated $225 million. Overall, I would make this ride as a priority when going to Disneyland. If you don't mind the wait time then you are good to go! Otherwise, it's more money out of your pocket. You know the sayings, "Time is money", "You are paying for the convenience" and "Premium has a price". Yelp 2023 Review #14 907 overall

The first time my bf and I went on this ride were with our friends who were visiting about 2 years ago. It was tough but we made it into the virtual queue at the time and glad it's easier to get on nowadays. I didn't know what to expect at first? Other than it being a new, different, and amazing experience. I can't even describe how amazing and fun this ride is! I love that it is a trackless ride which is the amazing part about it and how far technology has come. I admit though, I get motion sickness very easily and the part in the beginning where they transport you, is a bit of a motion sickness inducing ride for me. I can't look at the screen/window or it'll trigger me. You can still feel the movement but it's not as bad if you just kind of stare at the floor or wall and not think about it too much LOL. The ride itself is beautiful and so well done, doesn't cause sickness at all. Love to see more of this type of ride in the future! Definitely a must see ride if you're ever at Disneyland. IG: @ammysalamii

I finally got on this ride! After two years, I waited 75 minutes to board! We can wait in an actual line now and not have to try to get a boarding pass through the app (which sucked that all the passholes were ready at 8 am to get a boarding pass) I totally recommend doing this ride. I have back trouble, and was iffy about riding, the whole experience was smooth, not jerky or bumpy. Kids do have to be 40" or taller to get on! There's a pretty cool photo opportunity with all the Stormtroopers that looks amazing! The whole ride is just WOW! It's a trackless ride, with one drop that's so quick, its over before you realize what happened, lol! Next time at Disneyland come get on this attraction, definitely worth waiting in line. Thank you for reading! :D

After over a year of attending to ride ROTR, we finally got to try it out back in May. Hubby's cousin stood in line with us for the entire 45 minutes to ensure that we both got to finally have our turn. Initially, neither of us thought much of it. Cool. Another trackless ride...must be like Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, which was underwhelming to say the least but we were proven wrong when we went on ROTR. From the pre-show to the immersive experience of being prisoners..not to mention the room with the Stormtroopers!! Whoa! By the time we got to sit in the ride, we were absolutely pumped. ROTR really set the bar for a new generation of trackless high tech theme park rides. We had the chills from this entire experience. Definitely going back any time we get the chance!!

I'm not the biggest Star Wars fan. I mean, I've watched the movies and know enough to know who's who and laugh at Star Wars memes, but it's not a ride or die franchise for me. Even so, I can comfortably say that this is definitely one of the best rides in Disneyland, and a fantastic addition to the long canon of iconic Disneyland rides. My boyfriend loves Star Wars, and this was the one ride he really wanted to check out in Disneyland. He hadn't been to Disneyland since high school, before Disney had acquired Star Wars, so he was in for a real treat. If you want to go on Rise of the Resistance with a shorter wait time, you have to shell out additional money for the Genie+, since I guess it's so popular, Disney thinks they can squeeze out more money for this ridiculously popular ride. It's so popular, that when we came to the park at opening time on a Thursday morning, wait time already shot up to 75-90 minutes. What I do not love about this ride: the ridiculously long waits (though there's a game you can play on the Disneyland mobile app while you're waiting that's unique to the queue for this ride), the fact that it constantly broke down in its early days (I came for Mother's Day weekend last year, and my mom and I never got to ride it because it kept breaking down), and the fact it costs an additional $25 for the Individual Lightning Lane. I find it funny that the cast members are clearly instructed to be "mean" to riders. I'm sure that's part of the experience. One of the female First Order officers barked at the people to line up and how they're wasting her time, which would NEVER fly by if any of the other cast members said that. In fact, I decided to see what different First Order reactions would be if I approached them for a selfie during one of the times we went on the ride. Me, approaching a First Order officer to see how he stays in character: Can we take a selfie with you? First Order Officer, looking hella surprised and stays silent for a moment: You may. Me, after taking the selfie: Thank you!!! First Order Officer: Proceed forward. Me, approaching a second First Order Officer when we're waiting to be herded into the prison cell: Can we take a selfie with you? Him: NO!!!! Lol, straightforward I see. The ride itself is just so immersive and you REALLY feel as though you've been transported into the Star Wars Universe. The surroundings are sleek, the army of Storm Troopers is a must-take photo op while you're here (if the First Order guards don't shoo you along), and you can request to sit in the front row of your car if you so desire. The Kylo Ren animatronic is really impressive and feels real, like he's actually chasing you. However, I cannot unsee the TikTok of the malfunctioning Kylo Ren animatronic spinning around and around set to the 1985 hit song "You Spin Me Round (Like a Record)" by Dead or Alive, and laugh whenever I get to that part of the ride. There's a bit of a small drop that might take people by surprise, so if you're filming this ride on your phone, hold onto your phones! Definitely one of the best rides in Disneyland! Surely it will be enjoyed for many, many years to come!

In line 58 minutes and the ride broke down! This has happened on several rides during this visit. Unacceptable Disney! Get with it please. The high frequency in which your rides are malfunctioning is flat out ridiculous.

I'm not a Star Wars fanatic but I have watched all the movies. I did extensive research on Disneyland and the popularity of their rides. This one appears to be the most popular. I got to the park early. They started letting us in at 7:30 am. We hurried to the part of the park that was in the right direction for the Star Wars -RoR ride. They drop the ropes at 8am. We fast walked to this ride. Note it's not included in the Genie plus $35 ( fast pass) You can pay $20 for the lightning pass but that could be expensive for a family. We actually ended up being probably the 1st ten people in line. The ride was amazing and I won't give anything away. Lots of details and money went into this ride. Very cool.

This is one of the biggest, longest, and most immersive rides in the Star Wars area. It's no wonder there's only 2 rides in all of Galaxy's Edge. We were lucky enough to catch the ride as it was temporarily closed (it seems to close or break quite often) and then just opened back up. Even then, with no pre-existing line, it took about 20 minutes wait. Lightning Lane is sold for this ride only at a high $25/person but seems to get you directly into the safety briefing room. From the briefing room, Rise Of The Resistance is half experience and half ride. There's a few areas you move through that convincingly make it look like you're on a spaceship and then captured by the bad guys, then the final ride with spinning movement, walls that blast apart, and a drop at the end. It all makes you really feel like you're in a Star Wars experience, much more than Star Tours, but the wait times can be crazy (1hr+).

How do I begin to describe how amazing and mind-blowing this attraction is?! It was like being in a movie. Literally! In total, the entire experience is 18 minutes long. Even before we boarded the actual ride, we were blown away by everything that led up to that point. From the sets to the staff (who were perfectly in character), it's incredible! For the main part of the attraction, you're whisked around in trackless vehicles right in the middle of a fight between the First Order and the Resistance. It is the most exhilarating, complex, action-packed, dope ride ever! Wait times were insane, so we did the individual a la carte LL entrance purchase on the Disneyland app through the Disney Genie service (this attraction is not included with Disney Genie+). Totally worth the extra $20 per person!

LOVE LOVE LOVE this ride. it's so unique and even the temperature makes you feel like you're in space. to the point that i was able to convince my seven year old brother we were in space.

Where to start?! This ride is truly impressive for Star Wars fans and non-fans alike. Every time I ride it, I'm seeing a different detail and there's even a special scene you can get as well! The amount of detail going into the rebel speech, transport, the order take over, interrogation, escape, etc. is out of this galaxy (pun intended)! Be sure to check out this ride and enjoy Galaxy's Edge as it truly is like you were transported to a different planet in comparison to the rest of Disneyland. Lastly, be sure to check out the eats or even have a drink at the cantina as the themed dining is amazing in this part of the park!

This is by far the greatest amusement park experience I've ever had the pleasure of being a part of. The cast members create such an immersive experience. Would highly recommend.

This is the future of rides! The mix of interaction and observation and ride was just the best. I was also happy that it's been a few years since this ride opened because when I went the first time in Florida, it had just opened months prior and was intense to get on. There was much drama. Things have chilled significantly and we were able to get on the ride easily with our group of three. It was still the same awesome experience as before. I loved it and hope to see more rides like it!

Punch it droid!!! It's safe to say this is one of the most technical and fun rides I have ever been on. The holographies, the whipping around, the sound, everything about this ride is great. And best of all, this ride last awhile. It's not like this roller coaster when it's done in 2 mins. I want to say this adventure is over 10 mins. You're on land, then in the air, then captured by the Empire, then in the blackness of space, then rescued. All this and a great/funny/goofy storyline. Overall five stars. It's a great adventure for all family members. And easily one of the most popular so get the genie plus (I know you read my reviews telling you that earlier) Now excuse me, oooo gift shop. M

Literally the best ride to exist in Disneyland. There is nothing like it. I know people will probably complain about waiting in line, but it is worth the wait. Even waiting in line is an experience in and of itself. Once you get into the experience though, you'll be wowed. The sets are just out of this world. You really felt like you've been transported to their world. Even the people that work there are in character and honestly make you feel like a prisoner. There are two ways to ride this ride (left and right), and you can even get a genie pass for this ride. I'd recommend to come by rope drop and purchase a genie pass for this ride to experience this twice before noon! A definite ride you don't want to miss!

I rode this during the Cast Previews and loved it back in 2020, then the pandemic hit, then every time I came here after that it was a gamble and almost impossible to get on this attraction. First it was you needed to get a fast pass when the park damn near opened, but even if you got a fast pass, it was not guaranteed you would actually make it onto the ride because it's notorious for breaking down A LOT! Fast forward to now, you can buy a spot in line for $20! I actually broke down and did that because my nephew was visiting for the first time from a foreign country and I wanted to make sure he got to experience this. It was pricey but worth it, but again, this thing is constantly breaking down and there's no refunds if the ride breaks down and you weren't able to use your lightning lane pass for it. I rode it on 01/31/23 and there's one scene where you enter this room full of cannons shooting out into galactic air space (I don't know what it's called) and the cannons are supposed to be moving back and forth as you're trying to pass by them, but the cannons weren't even working, they were stationary ! To me, it's one of the best attractions in the park and I'm not even a fan of Star Wars! It's worth the $20 guarantee your spot in line pass if you've never been on this before so definitely check this out!

Full disclosure: I'm total Star Wars nerd. So if I'm being honest, ANY Star Wars themed ANYTHING will get high marks from me. But with that being said, this ride is truly a first and ONLY of its kind. It's a complete experience. From the richly themed queue to the pre-ride show to the transport, the cast members playing the part, the set-up, the ride- I get goosebumps even thinking about it! If you've ever imagined what it would be like to stare out on the airlock of a Star Destroyer, come face to face with Imperial officers and storm troopers, be next to a full-sized AT-AT Imperial Walker, face Kylo Ren, and escape with help a Mon Calamari and his human Rebel friends, you're in for a treat! The visuals are amazing, the ride is fun, and with only a slight drop at the end, just about anyone can ride it. If you know the sequel trilogy it'll add the the experience, but even non-Star Wars fans love this experience. The Imaginears knocked it out of the park on this one!

I'll refrain from providing spoilers for those who haven't had the chance to try this ride yet, because half the awesomeness of it is the surprise. But, what I can say is: Wow - talk about feeling like you've walked onto a set! Much of Galaxy's Edge creates this immersive feeling that you've entered a Star Wars movie, but Rise of the Resistance takes that immersion to a whole other level. And the technology that they've used on this ride is suggestive of so many possibilities when it comes to future rides, that I honestly just can't contain my excitement! If you're a big Star Wars fan, this one is a must! Unfortunately, given it's wildly popular, this is also one of the rides they charge a fee for making a lightening lane selection (yes, on top of that Genie+ pass), so if you don't want to pay to ride, I suggest getting to the park as early as possible, and making it one of your first stops!

This is the most popular attraction in Disneyland, the one everyone rope drops to avoid paying the individual Lightning Lane fee. Rope dropping this ride is a gamble, as it can result in walking all the way to it to find out it is "temporarily closed" which happens regularly and is anything but temporary as it can be down ALL day. The ride is like nothing else in Disneyland, where cast members are allowed to be rude to you as part of the experience. You begin the journey watching a message from Rey. After that, you board a shuttle which is intercepted by Kylo Ren's Star Destroyer. The Resistance breaks you out of your cell and you board a droid transport in an attempt to escape.

No more virtual ride queues at the most sought-after ride at Disneyland. Came here three times on weekdays, always 8am at the Frontierland gates, arrive at the end of the standby line at 8:08am. 8:24am get to the inside corridors and waiting rooms, before 8:52am, arrive at the start of the ride itself. 8:58am ride over. The ride itself resembles Star tours, but you are in a vehicle going outside off the rails, facing challenges and special effects well beyond that of Star Tours. No interactive stuff, but you are immersed in the experience, special effects are state of the art, and the scenery very 3 dimensional and realistic, with explosions and space battles going all around you. Enjoyed it much more than Hyperspace Mountain ride, which had similar lengthy waits. Here, at least I could see what was going on. After I got off the ride, there was a 55 minute wait at 9am, and lengthen to 95 minutes by noon. Now as sure as death and taxes, you can be sure I will be at the Frontierland gates at 8am Saturday for the half mile walk or jog to the end of the standby line to this ride. Wednesday at 11am, the ride is temporarily closed, due to mechanical breakdowns, also as sure as death and taxes. 10 videos in business photos.

This ride is a MUST! My favorite ride at Disneyland at the moment!! They have done such a great job with marvel incorporated into Disneyland. The only problem is the wait of course!! Try to the pass if you can...the other thing is that this ride is notorious for always going down!! Even if you are not a star wars fan, you will enjoy this ride because it takes you through a story of you as part of the resistance against the evil empire!!! The effects are fresh make you feel you are there!! The epic row of storm troopers are ominous. Even the workers try to continue that vibe as you go through the ride. LET THE FORCE BE WITH YOU!!!

What a great time! I love this ride! Its very exciting. You can't go wrong with a trackless ride! The state of the art ride at Disneyland. I am low key not really too into Star Wars but I am immensely into this ride. I love how long it is. The special effects are exquisite. I would wait 60 minutes for this ride any day. I love going on around 8:30pm before the ride closes at 9. It is a true treat. The experience feels so long because even the pre show is impressive! You don't need to be a hardcore Star Wars fan to enjoy Rise of the Resistance. This is a MUST DO in Disneyland for sure!!!!

I've never been a big fan of Star Wars but this ride is beyond fantastic and fun. There's some really cool things that Disney has done this ride is one of them. Spoiler alert there's a slight drop but nothing too crazy. We love this ride and is always the top one we would wait in line for. I definitely recommend this ride especially if you're a fan of Star Wars. Just be patient and prepare to wait in line it'll be well worth it! Love this quote by Disney: "Laughter is timeless, imagination has no age, dreams are forever."

Let me be in the minority and say that this attraction was just okay: It was more performance art with military uniformed Disneyland cast members shuffling us from room to room to room on a spaceship, ordering us to line up. The first door opened and we had an intro from a hologram of Rey and BB8 talking about the struggles of fighting against Kylo Ren. Two more rooms, more jabber about the danger of our mission then another ship door opened and we were confronted by 50 stormtroopers lined up and staring us down. That part was spooky and reminiscent of the Star Wars characters being rounded up by the First Order. Ten minutes later when we finally boarded the ride, I felt I was in a bumper car speeding and spinning around to different windows that opened showing shooting lasers and firepower in outer space, asteroids crashing and the ship careening. Ho hum. Plus, because of high ticket demand, it cost another $20 per Lightening Lane ticket to board the ride. The Millennium Falcon: Smugglers' Run ride was so much more thrilling. Go on that one, no extra charge but likely a long wait unless you have Lightening Lane access.

After riding this, I could see why the wait or line is always long. This ride was elaborate and extra but in a good way! I don't want to spoil anything, but I do think it is worth the wait. A lot happens and you are in for a huge treat! I believe not only this one, but all the trackless rides like Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway tend to break down often. Once someone can refine the trackless ride technology, these rides will be up and running more efficiently.

Best ride ever! It's more than a ride. It's an experience. I'm glad I didn't read the reviews here before the experience, because I was blown away by surprise after surprise! We were fortunate that we went on a less crowded day. The wait in line was less than an hour. On a crowded day it may be well worth it to pay extra for Lightening Lane. What I can say is, don't miss this experience/adventure when visiting Disneyland Park.

Very immersive experience! Lots to absorb and take in. You'll go through a couple of stages prior to boarding, make sure you take it all in. Definitely try not to be intimidated by the huge wave of Stormtroopers! Very ominous. But, quite frankly, this is the best part for me. They're pretty awesome. Once you've gone aboard, you'll have all thrills with the motion simulation and drops and spins. There are loud blasts, explosions, gun battle, you'll feel like you're a part of it all. Very well done. Definitely a ride for those of you who are huge Star Wars fans... luckily, for me, I have been able to experience it each time when the line is not horrific. I'm not one of the ones who would wait in those lengthy lines for this ride, or any other for that matter. It's a cool ride and a fun experience, Disney has done a great job practically re-creating a movie experience for us to be a part of. Enjoy.