Do you still need a virtual queue for Rise of the Resistance?

I hope you are finding all of the golden Disney Fab 50 Character Collection statues at the theme parks. Look for Nemo and Dory to the right of the Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance no longer uses the virtual queue system.



As of February 2026, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance at both Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disneyland Park generally operates with a standard standby line rather than a mandatory virtual queue. Disney shifted away from the virtual queue for this specific attraction in late 2021 to allow more flexibility for guests. In 2026, the average wait time for the standby line typically ranges from 50 to 90 minutes, though it can spike to over 180 minutes during peak holiday weeks. For those who want to skip the wait, you can purchase a Lightning Lane Single Pass (formerly Individual Lightning Lane) through the My Disney Experience or Disneyland app. While Disney still utilizes virtual queues for new attractions (like Tiana's Bayou Adventure or Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind), Rise of the Resistance is currently a "show up and wait" or "pay to skip" experience.

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Instead, Ride of the Resistance can be accessed either by a standby line or through Disney Genie+ as an Individual Lightning Lane selection. We'll discuss more about how to access Rise of the Resistance through an individual Lightning Lane selection with Disney Genie+ below.

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As you plan your visit to Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disney's Hollywood Studios, please be aware of height requirements for the following attractions:
  • Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run – Guests must be 38” (97 centimeters) or taller.
  • Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance – Guests must be 40 (102 cm) or taller.


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Look for Nemo and Dory to the right of the Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance no longer uses the virtual queue system.

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The attraction's limited capacity means too many guests missing their reservation time could prevent guests later in the day from riding, so guests are encouraged to arrive during their reservation window. Those who miss their window by a significant time may not be allowed to ride the attraction.

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Joining the virtual queue does not guarantee the ability to participate in the experience. Boarding groups for a virtual queue are limited, subject to availability, and are not guaranteed. Not all boarding groups may be called to return, based on availability of the experience.

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Rise of the Resistance can be scary at times for kids, even ones who love Star Wars. The interactions with Kylo Ren, Stormtroopers, and the First Order can be a bit intimidating. The ride itself can also be too much for some children, since some areas of the ride are dark and there is even a drop.

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Rise of the Resistance really has an appeal for everyone, but if you or someone in your group just doesn't care for Star Wars that universe or its characters, then waiting 80-200 minutes for this attraction will not have the pay off for them as it would a Star Wars fan.

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Use DAS if Eligible: Disney's Disability Access Pass (DAS) is available for Rise of the Resistance for guests who qualify. Disney recently unveiled changes to DAS that make it easier to enroll on the app before your arrival. (Note that in order to ride the attraction, guests must be able to transfer.)

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Disneyland's Rise of the Resistance fills up fast. Why you may still score a seat. Fans and experts estimate that Disneyland's popular Rise of the Resistance attraction can serve about 1,100 to 1,500 visitors per hour, with a maximum of perhaps 1,900.

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Disney World Individual Lightning Lane Prices Here's how much Individual Lightning Lanes costs at Disney World: TRON Lightcycle / Run = $20. Rise of the Resistance = $15 to $25. Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind = $14 to $17.

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Take note that there at four ride systems for Rise of the Resistance, but this is the primary ride vehicle that takes you through the Hangar. “There are 38 ride cars in total, and 36 cars can appear in the “show space” at one time”, says Disney Imagineers.

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Of course, our advice is to use the restroom before you enter the queue because seeing backstage areas could take you out of the magic a bit, but if you can't time it perfectly, it should come as a relief to know that the Rise of the Resistance attraction does, in fact, have restrooms available from the queue.

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