Warner Bros. Movie World is a film-themed theme park at Oxenford on the Gold Coast, with big coasters, a Looney Tunes kids’ zone and a Wizard of Oz precinct. It is about 50 minutes by car from Brisbane CBD, and it opened in 1991.
The park has 24 attractions in six areas, from the DC Comics rides to the Wild West Falls water ride. Plan on a full day, especially if you have kids who want to do everything.
How the park is laid out
Movie World has six areas: Main Street, the Kids’ WB! Fun Zone, the Wizard of Oz precinct, Wild West, DC Comics Super-Villains Unleashed and the DC Comics superhero area. Main Street is where you come in, and the rides fan out from there.
The DC Comics areas hold most of the big coasters, so families with young kids tend to spend the morning at the Kids’ WB! Fun Zone and the Wizard of Oz rides and head to the thrill rides when the older ones are ready. The Wizard of Oz precinct is the park’s newest area, with two family coasters.
Rides at Movie World
Thrill rides
The big rides are the DC Rivals HyperCoaster, Superman Escape, The Flash: Speed Force, Green Lantern Coaster and the Batwing Spaceshot. Superman Escape is an accelerator coaster that reaches 100 km/h.
Family rides
Families with mixed ages have plenty to share: Justice League: Alien Invasion 3D, the Scooby-Doo Spooky Coaster, Wild West Falls, the Road Runner Rollercoaster and the Action Zone Arcade. The Scooby-Doo coaster was refurbished and has reopened.
The Wizard of Oz precinct has Flight of the Wicked Witch, a suspended family coaster, and Kansas Twister, a racing family boomerang.
Kids’ WB! Fun Zone
The Kids’ WB! Fun Zone has Looney Tunes-themed rides for younger children, and character statues make an easy photo stop.
Shows and characters
Movie World runs stunt shows and character appearances through the day, and the line-up changes through the year. Check the show times on the day you visit. Seasonal events such as the Halloween Fright Nights also run at certain times of year.
Movie World tickets and opening hours
Movie World is usually open from 10 am to 5 pm and is closed on Anzac Day and Christmas Day. Opening times change between seasons, and some days are shorter, so check the operating hours page for your date.
Single-day ticket prices depend on the date, so see current prices on the official Movie World site. Village Roadshow also sells multi-park passes that cover Sea World and Wet’n’Wild, and some motoring and membership clubs offer discounts.
Tips for a smooth day
- Arrive when the gates open, ride the big coasters first and save the shows and the arcade for the middle of the day.
- Check the heights for each ride before you go, so nobody in the group has a surprise at the queue.
- Pick a meeting spot in case your group splits up, and use the lockers if you do not want to carry bags on the rides.
- Look at the day’s show times as soon as you arrive and plan the rest of the day around them.
Planning your visit
- How long: A full day, from opening to about 5 pm.
- What to bring: Sunscreen, a hat, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes, because most of the day is spent on your feet and outdoors.
- Lockers: Tap-and-pay lockers cost about $15 to $25 for a large one, next to Main Street Mercantile and the Green Lantern Coaster.
- Wheelchairs: Wheelchair hire is free with ID, but numbers are limited, so contact Guest Services before you go.
Getting to Movie World and parking
By car, Movie World is on the Pacific Motorway at Oxenford, about 50 minutes from Brisbane CBD and about 25 minutes from Surfers Paradise. There is an on-site car park. Check the park FAQ for the current parking details.
By public transport, take the Gold Coast train line to Helensvale station, then Translink bus TX7 to the Movie World stop, about 10 minutes from the station. TX7 also stops at Wet’n’Wild and Dreamworld and runs between Helensvale and Coomera. Route 723 also stops on Entertainment Drive at Movie World. Plan your trip with the Translink TX7 timetable.
Nearby
- Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast – the water park in the same Oxenford precinct.
- Paradise Country – farm animals and shows, also in the precinct.
- Sea World – the other Village Roadshow park, with marine shows.
- Hope Island and Sanctuary Cove – waterside suburbs close to the park.
- iFLY Gold Coast – indoor skydiving if you want more thrills.
- Things to do on the Gold Coast and the theme parks page for more days out.
Quick answers
What time does Movie World open?
Usually 10 am to 5 pm, but hours change by season and some days are shorter. It is closed on Anzac Day and Christmas Day.
How much are Movie World tickets?
Prices depend on the date, so check the official Movie World site for the current price. Multi-park passes also cover Sea World and Wet’n’Wild.
How far is Movie World from Brisbane?
About 50 minutes by car from Brisbane CBD, and about 25 minutes from Surfers Paradise.
Can you get to Movie World by train?
Yes, take the train to Helensvale station, then bus TX7 to the Movie World stop.
How tall do you need to be for Movie World rides?
Every ride has its own height limits, and the park measures guests in person. Check the ride pages on the official site before you go.
Is there wheelchair hire at Movie World?
Yes, free with ID, but numbers are limited, so contact Guest Services before you go.
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