OPEN Brief: If you want the latest news, ride strategy, and construction status for Disney's Hollywood Studios, this OPEN hub has the verified details in one place. Hollywood Studios is the film and television theme park at Walt Disney World Resort. This page tracks Monstropolis, the Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster, this year's new openings, dining, and the rules guests ask about most.
Hollywood Studios News, Updates & Reviews
Construction updates, dining reports, and wait-time strategy
Indiana Jones Playground Brings a Mini Stunt Show to Hollywood Studios
What New Expansions are Coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios?
Disney's Hollywood Studios is executing a major expansion roadmap focused on the 2027 opening of Monstropolis. This project replaces Grand Avenue and introduces a first-of-its-kind suspended coaster featuring a vertical lift. What this means for you is a completely reimagined back section of the park featuring Harryhausen's restaurant and The Glob Theater.
| Project | Status | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| The Little Mermaid: A Musical Adventure | Operating | Opened May 27, 2025 |
| The Glob Theater | Under Construction | 2027 |
| Monstropolis | Land Clearing | 2027 |
| Monsters, Inc. Suspended Coaster | Under Construction | TBD |
What Are the Wait Times for Hollywood Studios Rides?
Short answer: The longest lines are usually at Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash, and Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets. Waits change through the day, so check OPEN's live Disney World wait times and choose Hollywood Studios. Early Theme Park Entry and Lightning Lane give you the biggest head start.
| Attraction | Location | Wait Time Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge | Ride first during Early Theme Park Entry, or buy the Lightning Lane Single Pass. |
| Slinky Dog Dash | Toy Story Land | Make it your first Multi Pass booking when your window opens at 7:00 AM. |
| Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets | Sunset Boulevard | Ride early or late in the day, or use Multi Pass. |
| Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway | Hollywood Boulevard | Ride right after Galaxy's Edge. |
| The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror | Sunset Boulevard | Lines are often shorter in the evening. |
What Are the Most Popular Rides at Hollywood Studios?
Short answer: The most popular rides at Disney's Hollywood Studios are Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, Slinky Dog Dash, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, and The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. The table below lists each headliner's height requirement and how to skip the line.
| Attraction | Land | Height | Queue Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge | 40 in | Standby / Lightning Lane Single Pass |
| Slinky Dog Dash | Toy Story Land | 38 in | Standby / Lightning Lane Multi Pass |
| Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets | Sunset Boulevard | 48 in | Standby / Lightning Lane Multi Pass |
| The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror | Sunset Boulevard | 40 in | Standby / Lightning Lane Multi Pass |
| Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway | Hollywood Boulevard | None | Standby / Lightning Lane Multi Pass |
| Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run (Mandalorian and Grogu mission) | Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge | 38 in | Standby / Lightning Lane Multi Pass |
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Where Should You Eat at Hollywood Studios?
Short answer: For table service, book The Hollywood Brown Derby, Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant, or 50's Prime Time Café. For a themed drink, Oga's Cantina in Galaxy's Edge is the park's most popular lounge.
- The Hollywood Brown Derby (Hollywood Blvd): The park's signature table service restaurant.
- Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant (Commissary Lane): You eat in parked cars facing a drive-in screen.
- 50's Prime Time Café (Echo Lake): Comfort food in a 1950s kitchen setting.
- Oga's Cantina (Galaxy's Edge): Themed lounge. Reservations are strongly recommended.
- Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo (Galaxy's Edge): Quick service.
- Woody's Lunch Box (Toy Story Land): Quick service.
- Baseline Tap House (Grand Avenue): Walk-up bar.
Coming in 2027: Harryhausen's Restaurant and Archie's Scare Pig Pizza in Monstropolis. Dining reservations open 60 days ahead.
Hollywood Studios FAQs
What are Hollywood Studios' hours?
Hours change by date. Check the My Disney Experience app for your day. Disney Resort hotel guests get Early Theme Park Entry 30 minutes before the park opens.
Where is Hollywood Studios and how do you get there?
351 S Studio Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830. You can get there by Skyliner, by boat from the EPCOT-area resorts, or by Disney bus.
When does Monstropolis open?
Disney says the first phase opens in 2027 and hasn't given a date. The Monsters, Inc. Door Coaster opens later, also with no date announced.
How does Lightning Lane work at Hollywood Studios?
Rise of the Resistance is sold separately as a Lightning Lane Single Pass. Most other rides are in Multi Pass. Disney Resort hotel guests can book seven days before check-in for their whole stay. Everyone else books three days before each park day.
Can you drink alcohol at Hollywood Studios?
Yes. Oga's Cantina, Baseline Tap House, and most table service restaurants serve beer, wine, and cocktails.
