Embark on an immersive Star Wars experience that puts you at the center of an exhilarating journey through the galaxy.
| Disneyland Resort Park | Disneyland Park |
|---|---|
| Location in Park | Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge |
| Height Restrictions | 38″ or taller |
| Age Interests | Kids, Adults, Tweens, Teens |
| Thrill Type | Small Drops, Thrill Rides, Dark, Loud |
| Wait Times | High |
| Lightning Lane | Yes |
| Accessibility Information | Must Transfer from Wheelchair/ECV |
Attraction Overview
Unlike other theme park rides, this experience puts you in the driver’s seat—quite literally. The interactive ride invites guests to step aboard the notorious Millennium Falcon for a thrilling mission veiled in danger and excitement.
The premise is simple: Hondo Ohnaka, a charismatic smuggler, has struck a deal with Chewbacca to use the Millennium Falcon for a smuggling run. As a guest, you become part of Hondo’s crew, taking on one of three roles: pilot, gunner, or engineer. Each role has its own responsibilities, and the success of the mission depends on your performance.
The ride itself is a marvel of technology, utilizing state-of-the-art motion simulator technology to deliver a truly immersive experience. With every twist and turn, guests feel the sensation of zipping through space, dodging asteroids, and battling TIE fighters. It’s Star Wars like you’ve never experienced before.
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Location & Wait Times
The Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run is located in the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge area of Disneyland Park, Anaheim. The attraction is hard to miss, with the life-sized Millennium Falcon parked outside serving as a beacon for Star Wars fans.
Wait times for the ride can vary greatly depending on the time of day and season. During peak times, wait times can exceed two hours, so planning your visit strategically can save you a lot of time. Consider using the Disneyland app to check wait times in real-time and plan your day accordingly.
Queue Experience
Even the queue for the Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run is an experience in itself. As you wind your way towards the cockpit of the Millennium Falcon, you’ll pass through a meticulously detailed hangar bay, complete with droids, engine parts, and other Star Wars paraphernalia.
Hondo Ohnaka, brought to life through a stunningly realistic animatronic, gives you your mission briefing. This pre-ride show sets the stage for the adventure to come and is sure to get your adrenaline pumping.
From start to finish, Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run is an immersive Star Wars adventure that lets you live out your space-faring fantasies. So buckle up, hold on tight, and may the Force be with you!
Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
