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This week on HAA Disney: Give Me A Review, we’re diving into Hollywood Studios’ epic attraction: Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance—and testing out the new Single Rider option. Does it live up to the hype? Let’s find out!

An Immersive Experience Like No Other

From the moment you enter the Resistance base, you’re part of the Star Wars story. The pre-show with BB-8 and Rey’s hologram is next-level, and the transition to the First Order Star Destroyer hangar—complete with stormtroopers and eerie music—is jaw-dropping. Disney’s ride technology shines with trackless vehicles, motion simulators, and massive animatronics (Kylo Ren is seriously intimidating).

The Real Villains: Wait Times & Ride Reliability

Like many ambitious Disney rides (looking at you, TRON), Rise of the Resistance faces frequent breakdowns. Rope-dropping? Expect to see that dreaded “Temporarily Closed” sign.

💰 Lightning Lane: Worth it! Prices range from $22–$27 USD per person, but it’s the best way to avoid the 90-minute+ standby queue.
🚀 Single Rider Line: Disaster. Estimated 15-minute wait? Try 62 minutes—longer than standby! Plus, you miss key pre-show elements like Rey’s hologram and the transport sequence, which makes the ride so immersive.

Final Verdict

⭐ The Ride: 5/5 – A must-do for Star Wars fans and thrill-seekers alike.
⚠️ Single Rider: 2.5/5 – Only use if desperate. You’ll skip major story elements, which is half the magic.

If it’s your first time, skip Single Rider and go for Lightning Lane—trust me, the full experience is worth it. Have you ridden Rise of the Resistance? Share your thoughts below!

That’s it for this week’s HAA Disney: Give Me a Review! See you next time for more Disney magic! ✨

Have a blessed and amazing day,
London