Crowds Lighter Than Expected at Disney’s Star Wars Parks: Will New Rides Change That?

Source: Travel News

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At Disney’s new Star Wars lands, Rise of the Resistance, a ride that simulates battle between the evil First Order and the rebels, opens Dec. 5 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando and Jan. 17 at Disneyland in Anaheim, California. Josh Hallett / Flickr

Skift Take: Lines for attractions have been lighter than expected at Disney's Galaxy's Edge parks, according to observers. The opening of two new Star Wars rides within the lands should drum up visitors, but the jury's out on whether the sci-fi franchise will give Disney the boost it needs.