Thrill-seekers on board a water-based rollercoaster at Movie World on the Gold Coast have been evacuated from the ride after it was stopped midway through.

Passengers were stuck on the Wild West Falls Adventure Ride for a short time before they were removed about 3:00pm.

A Movie World spokesman said it was a routine stoppage and no-one was put at risk.

"Ride stoppages and evacuations are a part of regular operating procedures and are an essential part of ride safety systems," the spokesman said.

"During these occurrences there is no risk to guests, as the rides are operating as they are designed to.

"Occasionally ride stoppages occur due to environmental and weather factors such as rain, wind and heat, power surges, sensor adjustments and guest behaviour."

The incident comes less than a week after the Arkham Asylum rollercoaster malfunctioned, trapping 20 people on board for just over an hour-and-a-half.

The Wild West Falls ride is currently undergoing safety checks.

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