While Moana 2 will set sail in theaters this fall, Disney’s live-action version of the island tale still has some time before it releases in theaters on July 10, 2026.
Casting choices have been made for Thomas Kail’s live-action installment of the epic adventure, with five major characters set to bring the animated characters to life on the big screen. Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced the princess in the 2016 film, will not reprise the role in the live-action version, but Dwayne Johnson, who voices Maui in both animated movies, will portray the live-action demigod.
Names have also been revealed for Moana’s very serious father Chief Tui, her determined mother Sina and her gentle and respected grandmother Tala. The live action film heads into production this summer.
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Casting choices have been made for Thomas Kail’s live-action installment of the epic adventure, with five major characters set to bring the animated characters to life on the big screen. Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced the princess in the 2016 film, will not reprise the role in the live-action version, but Dwayne Johnson, who voices Maui in both animated movies, will portray the live-action demigod.
Names have also been revealed for Moana’s very serious father Chief Tui, her determined mother Sina and her gentle and respected grandmother Tala. The live action film heads into production this summer.
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- 6/13/2024
- by Dessi Gomez
- Deadline Film + TV
As footage from DreamWorks Animation’s fall feature The Wild Robot screened at the Annecy Animation Festival in France this week, big laughs — and later, audible sniffling — could be heard throughout the packed auditorium. With a passionate standing ovation immediately breaking out after the final scene, the audience reaction was a vote of confidence for the project that features the voice talents of Lupita Nyong’o and Pedro Pascal and hails from director Chris Sanders.
Two days from now, Pixar’s Inside Out 2 — the sequel to the $850 million-grossing 2015 film — screens at Annecy on the same day it hit theaters nationwide. Box office tracking see it poised for a solid box office bow potentially north of $80 million, with The Hollywood Reporter’s review calling the film “a home run.”
It’s all part of a week bringing some much-needed rays of hope to the world of animation, a space that has been battered by layoffs,...
Two days from now, Pixar’s Inside Out 2 — the sequel to the $850 million-grossing 2015 film — screens at Annecy on the same day it hit theaters nationwide. Box office tracking see it poised for a solid box office bow potentially north of $80 million, with The Hollywood Reporter’s review calling the film “a home run.”
It’s all part of a week bringing some much-needed rays of hope to the world of animation, a space that has been battered by layoffs,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation of Moana will kick off production this summer, and the studio announced today that Catherine Laga’aia will star as the title character alongside Dwayne Johnson as Maui.
“I’m really excited to embrace this character because Moana is one of my favorites,” Laga’aia said in the press release. “My grandfather comes from Fa‘aala, Palauli, in Savai‘i. And my grandmother is from Leulumoega Tuai on the main island of ‘Upolu in Samoa. I’m honored to have an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples, and to represent young girls who look like me.“
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Joining Catherine Laga’aia and Dwayne Johnson in the live-action Moana movie will be John Tui as Moana’s no-nonsense father, Chief Tui; Frankie Adams as Moana’s playful and strong-willed mother,...
“I’m really excited to embrace this character because Moana is one of my favorites,” Laga’aia said in the press release. “My grandfather comes from Fa‘aala, Palauli, in Savai‘i. And my grandmother is from Leulumoega Tuai on the main island of ‘Upolu in Samoa. I’m honored to have an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples, and to represent young girls who look like me.“
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Joining Catherine Laga’aia and Dwayne Johnson in the live-action Moana movie will be John Tui as Moana’s no-nonsense father, Chief Tui; Frankie Adams as Moana’s playful and strong-willed mother,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Make way, make way... we have some Moana news! Just a couple of weeks ago, we shared with you the first trailer for Disney's upcoming animated sequel Moana 2, and now we've got the latest update on Thomas Kail's hotly anticipated live-action remake of the House of Mouse's animated smash. In a post shared on Twitter/X earlier tonight, Walt Disney Studios announced that 17-year-old Australian newcomer Catherine Laga'aia is set to play Moana in the film, which starts production this summer. Check out the announcement below;
And as you can see, it's not just Laga'aia who is getting ready to set sail in Disney's new seafaring adventure, either. John Tui is set to play Moana’s father, Chief Tui; Frankie Adams will take on the role of Moana’s mother, Sina; and Rena Owen will be bringing Moana's Gramma Tala to life in the film. They all join Dwayne Johnson,...
And as you can see, it's not just Laga'aia who is getting ready to set sail in Disney's new seafaring adventure, either. John Tui is set to play Moana’s father, Chief Tui; Frankie Adams will take on the role of Moana’s mother, Sina; and Rena Owen will be bringing Moana's Gramma Tala to life in the film. They all join Dwayne Johnson,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Jordan King
- Empire - Movies
Disney has cast Catherine Laga‘aia in the title role of its live-action Moana movie, which is set to be released in theaters on July 10, 2026. Moana 2, the animated sequel, is opening in theaters the Wednesday before Thanksgiving this year.
“I’m really excited to embrace this character because Moana is one of my favorites,” the 17-year-old Sydney, Australia, native said. “My grandfather comes from Fa‘aala, Palauli, in Savai‘i. And my grandmother is from Leulumoega Tuai on the main island of ‘Upolu in Samoa. I’m honored to have an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples, and to represent young girls who look like me.”
Disney also announced that New Zealander John Tui will play Moana’s no-nonsense father, Chief Tui; Samoan-New Zealand actress Frankie Adams will play Moana’s playful and strong-willed mother, Sina; and Rena Owen, who hails from Bay of Islands, Nz, was...
“I’m really excited to embrace this character because Moana is one of my favorites,” the 17-year-old Sydney, Australia, native said. “My grandfather comes from Fa‘aala, Palauli, in Savai‘i. And my grandmother is from Leulumoega Tuai on the main island of ‘Upolu in Samoa. I’m honored to have an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples, and to represent young girls who look like me.”
Disney also announced that New Zealander John Tui will play Moana’s no-nonsense father, Chief Tui; Samoan-New Zealand actress Frankie Adams will play Moana’s playful and strong-willed mother, Sina; and Rena Owen, who hails from Bay of Islands, Nz, was...
- 6/12/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Disney’s live-action “Moana” has found its new leading lady: Catherine Laga‘aia will star opposite Dwayne Johnson, who reprises his role as the demigod Maui, in the highly anticipated film.
“I’m really excited to embrace this character because Moana is one of my favorites,” said Laga‘aia, a 17-year-old from Sydney, Australia. “My grandfather comes from Fa‘aala, Palauli, in Savai‘i. And my grandmother is from Leulumoega Tuai on the main island of ‘Upolu in Samoa. I’m honored to have an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples, and to represent young girls who look like me.”
Also joining Laga‘aia and Johnson in the cast are Auckland, New Zealander John Tui as Moana’s father, Chief Tui; Samoan-New Zealand actor Frankie Adams as Moana’s mother, Sina; and Rena Owen, who hails from Bay of Islands, New Zealand, as the revered Gramma Tala. The...
“I’m really excited to embrace this character because Moana is one of my favorites,” said Laga‘aia, a 17-year-old from Sydney, Australia. “My grandfather comes from Fa‘aala, Palauli, in Savai‘i. And my grandmother is from Leulumoega Tuai on the main island of ‘Upolu in Samoa. I’m honored to have an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples, and to represent young girls who look like me.”
Also joining Laga‘aia and Johnson in the cast are Auckland, New Zealander John Tui as Moana’s father, Chief Tui; Samoan-New Zealand actor Frankie Adams as Moana’s mother, Sina; and Rena Owen, who hails from Bay of Islands, New Zealand, as the revered Gramma Tala. The...
- 6/12/2024
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Dwayne Johnson and Auli’i Cravalho are back to voice the iconic characters of Maui and Moana in the much-anticipated sequel. The excitement for this animated film ramped up with Disney’s release of the first trailer last Wednesday. Moana 2 is scheduled to premiere on November 27, promising fans a fresh storyline three years after the events of the original film. In this latest adventure, Moana answers an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors and embarks on a treacherous journey across the seas of Oceania. This time around, both Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return to reprise their beloved roles. Johnson’s...
- 6/8/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
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Dwayne Johnson and his two daughters, Jasmine and Tiana, have landed roles in Disney's upcoming film, "Moana 2."
While it is unclear who his daughters will play, Johnson will reprise his role as Maui, a demigod, in the film.
Despite being only 8 and 6, Dwayne Johnson's daughters are set to cash in a big payday for "Moana 2," per their contract, which has been obtained by The Blast.
'Moana 2' Has Wrapped Filming Mega
Last month, Dwayne Johnson and the rest of the cast wrapped filming on "Moana 2," set to release in theaters on November 27, 2024.
"That’s an official wrap (for now) on Maui's portion of our upcoming 'Moana 2,'" Johnson wrote in an Instagram post on May 20.
"As you see, I had the greatest motivation to help me push through to keep me strong," the actor added, referring to his daughter. "The more down...
Dwayne Johnson and his two daughters, Jasmine and Tiana, have landed roles in Disney's upcoming film, "Moana 2."
While it is unclear who his daughters will play, Johnson will reprise his role as Maui, a demigod, in the film.
Despite being only 8 and 6, Dwayne Johnson's daughters are set to cash in a big payday for "Moana 2," per their contract, which has been obtained by The Blast.
'Moana 2' Has Wrapped Filming Mega
Last month, Dwayne Johnson and the rest of the cast wrapped filming on "Moana 2," set to release in theaters on November 27, 2024.
"That’s an official wrap (for now) on Maui's portion of our upcoming 'Moana 2,'" Johnson wrote in an Instagram post on May 20.
"As you see, I had the greatest motivation to help me push through to keep me strong," the actor added, referring to his daughter. "The more down...
- 6/8/2024
- by Kelly Coffey-Behrens
- The Blast
The ocean is calling her once again, and fans couldn’t be more excited. Disney has just dropped the first trailer for Moana 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2016 blockbuster hit, rekindling our love for these beloved characters. Moana remains an incredibly popular franchise, says Bob Iger, Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company. And it’s easy to see why. Set to release on November 27, Moana 2 promises a voyage packed with adventure. Teaser Promises Excitement In the trailer, we see a now older Moana, voiced by Auli’i Cravalho, reuniting with Maui, brought to life again by...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
We are thrilled to bring a new chapter of Moana and Maui’s adventure to the big screens. Disney has released the first teaser trailer for its upcoming animated sequel, Moana 2. Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson are reprising their voice roles as Moana and Maui, delivering another fantastic voyage for their characters. Auli’i Cravalho Returns as Moana The announcement delighted fans who were eager for her return. Cravalho was particularly captivating in her portrayal back in 2016, and her presence ensures consistency in the beloved character’s voice. Dwayne Johnson at Disney Event Hyping Moana 2 Dwayne Johnson made an appearance...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The sea… it calls her. Published on June 4, 2024 Auli’i Cravalho is returning to voice Moana in the sequel. The first trailer for the highly anticipated sequel Moana 2 splashed down recently. Initially developed as a series for Disney+, the follow-up to the hit 2016 animated film now gives the ocean explorer a full theatrical release. Set to hit theaters on November 27, the film features return voice performances from Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson as Moana and Maui, respectively. The trailer showcases the now-older Moana reuniting with Maui on a mission to reconnect her people across the entire...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Dwayne Johnson and Auli’i Cravalho reprise their voice roles in the highly anticipated animated sequel. The new trailer for Moana 2 has finally arrived, giving fans a first look at what’s to come. This animated follow-up, originally developed as a TV series, now set for the big screen, is scheduled to hit theaters on November 27. According to the official synopsis from Disney: Three years since her first voyage, Moana is on an expansive journey in search of people beyond the shores of Motunui. Joined by Maui and a brand-new crew of unlikely seafarers, Moana must journey to the far...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The sea… it calls her. Published on June 4, 2024 The first trailer for the highly anticipated sequel, ‘Moana 2’, has set a new record, amassing unprecedented viewership since its release. Originally conceived as a series for Disney+, this follow-up to the memorable 2016 animated film now finds itself on the big screen, adding to the excitement of fans worldwide. The movie is set to hit theaters on November 27, 2024. Returning Voices and New Adventures Featuring original voice actors Auli’i Cravalho as Moana and Dwayne Johnson as Maui, the trailer reveals an older Moana who reunites with Maui. Together,...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The sea… it calls her. Moana is back, and she’s ready for a new adventure in the first trailer for Moana 2, which landed on May 29, 2024. Originally conceived as a Disney+ series, this highly anticipated sequel to the 2016 hit film will now receive a full theatrical release. The movie, coming to theaters on November 27, reunites us with Auli’i Cravalho as Moana and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as Maui. The Next Chapter The trailer depicts an older and more mature Moana embarking on a mission with Maui to reconnect her people across the entire ocean. She encounters...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The sea… it calls her. The first trailer for the highly anticipated sequel Moana 2 premiered last Wednesday. Initially planned as a series for Disney+, this follow-up to the beloved 2016 animated film now grants the ocean voyager a full theatrical return. Scheduled to hit theaters on November 27, the film features returning voices of Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson as Moana and Maui. An Emotional Reunion Awaits The trailer reveals a now-older Moana reuniting with Maui in an effort to reconnect her people across vast oceanic expanses. Moana, guided by her wayfinding ancestors, embarks on a daring mission into...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The first trailer for the much-anticipated sequel, Moana 2, has made a splash by setting a new record as the most-viewed trailer in Disney Animation and Pixar history. Released on May 29, 2024, the trailer teases the return of beloved characters and introduces fresh elements that have fans eagerly awaiting the film’s release. Returning Characters On an Epic Journey Dwayne Johnson returns to voice Maui, alongside Aulii Cravalho, who reprises her role as Moana. The trailer showcases an older Moana reuniting with Maui for an expansive new voyage to reconnect her people “across the entire ocean,” she says. This journey...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Just one day after the first teaser trailer of Moana 2 was released, the Disney animated sequel has made history. The highly anticipated teaser has shattered records to become Disney’s most-watched animated film teaser in a 24-hour period. Dwayne Johnson, who plays Maui, will be reprising his role in animation. The teaser suggests a new adventure where Moana will be traveling with more characters besides Maui. Historic Milestone for Walt Disney Animation Originally envisioned as an animated series for Disney+, the sequel to Moana (2016) was officially confirmed as a feature film earlier this year by Disney CEO Bob Iger.
- 6/6/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Just a day after the first teaser trailer for Moana 2 (2024) was released, the film has set a remarkable record. The sequel to the beloved 2016 hit has achieved the milestone of becoming the most-watched animated trailer within 24 hours, marking an incredible accomplishment for Walt Disney Animation Studios. Initially conceived as an animated Disney+ series, The Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger announced earlier this year that Moana 2 would be a full-fledged film, slated to hit theaters later this year. The news included that Johnson will also reprise his role as Maui in the animated sequel. This...
- 6/6/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Apple TV+ revealed the trailer for the animated adventure trilogy ‘WondLa,’ hailing from Skydance Animation and based on the New York Times bestselling book series ‘The Search for WondLa” by Tony Diterlizzi.
The series centres around Eva, voiced by Jeanine Mason, a curious, enthusiastic and spirited teenager being raised in a state-of-the-art underground bunker by Muthr, a robot caretaker, voiced by Emmy Award nominee Teri Hatcher (“Desperate Housewives”). On her 16th birthday, an attack on Eva’s bunker forces her onto the Earth’s surface which is now inhabited by aliens, covered with other-worldly fauna, and no other humans to be found. It’s no longer called Earth but Orbona. Otto, a loveable giant water bear with whom Eva shares telepathic powers voiced by Emmy Award winner Brad Garrett (“Everybody Loves Raymond”) and Rovender, a cantankerous alien with a troubled past voiced by Gary Anthony Williams (“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows...
The series centres around Eva, voiced by Jeanine Mason, a curious, enthusiastic and spirited teenager being raised in a state-of-the-art underground bunker by Muthr, a robot caretaker, voiced by Emmy Award nominee Teri Hatcher (“Desperate Housewives”). On her 16th birthday, an attack on Eva’s bunker forces her onto the Earth’s surface which is now inhabited by aliens, covered with other-worldly fauna, and no other humans to be found. It’s no longer called Earth but Orbona. Otto, a loveable giant water bear with whom Eva shares telepathic powers voiced by Emmy Award winner Brad Garrett (“Everybody Loves Raymond”) and Rovender, a cantankerous alien with a troubled past voiced by Gary Anthony Williams (“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows...
- 6/3/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Despite returning to WWE, following his DC exit, Dwayne Johnson’s tenure, particularly at the DC Universe, seems to be marred by recent allegations surrounding his Black Adam project. To add to the disgrace of arguably the most controversial movie of the actor’s life, stories are surfacing about the making of the Dceu movie with CGI and stunt double.
Dwayne Johnson as Black Adam | Warner Bros. DC Studios
With the latest report about the production of Black Adam arriving from popular wrestling journalist Jim Cornette, it has been revealed that Dwayne Johnson extensively used his stunt double to shoot several scenes. Later on, CGI was employed to replace the stunt double’s face with Johnson’s, in those particular scenes. This revelation comes in the wake of reports shedding light on Johnson’s habit of arriving hours late to movie sets.
Reports Shed Light on The Rock’s Consistent...
Dwayne Johnson as Black Adam | Warner Bros. DC Studios
With the latest report about the production of Black Adam arriving from popular wrestling journalist Jim Cornette, it has been revealed that Dwayne Johnson extensively used his stunt double to shoot several scenes. Later on, CGI was employed to replace the stunt double’s face with Johnson’s, in those particular scenes. This revelation comes in the wake of reports shedding light on Johnson’s habit of arriving hours late to movie sets.
Reports Shed Light on The Rock’s Consistent...
- 6/2/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The trailer pulled in more than 170 million views in its first day of availability, but will fans be able to stream it before the end of 2024?
It’s safe to say that the sequel to Disney’s 2016 animated hit “Moana” has been hotly anticipated by audiences. The teaser trailer for “Moana 2” was released on Wednesday, May 29, and according to the studio, it has racked up 178 million views in its first 24 hours of availability, which is a record for an animated Disney film. Viewers who want to stream it at home are in for a bit of a wait, but I’ll use past Disney releases to try and predict when “Moana 2” will be available to watch on-demand.
Key Details: The “Moana 2” trailer beat out old record-holders like “Inside Out 2,” “Frozen 2” and “The Incredibles 2.” As a Disney animated movie, “Moana 2” will stream on Disney+...
It’s safe to say that the sequel to Disney’s 2016 animated hit “Moana” has been hotly anticipated by audiences. The teaser trailer for “Moana 2” was released on Wednesday, May 29, and according to the studio, it has racked up 178 million views in its first 24 hours of availability, which is a record for an animated Disney film. Viewers who want to stream it at home are in for a bit of a wait, but I’ll use past Disney releases to try and predict when “Moana 2” will be available to watch on-demand.
Key Details: The “Moana 2” trailer beat out old record-holders like “Inside Out 2,” “Frozen 2” and “The Incredibles 2.” As a Disney animated movie, “Moana 2” will stream on Disney+...
- 5/31/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Moana 2 Trailer Breaks Impressive Disney Record, Beating Inside Out and Frozen - Main Image
It has been nearly eight years since the first movie, and finally, the Moana sequel’s trailer is here. The excitement for the new film was so big that the Moana 2 trailer broke a major Disney record, meaning this new movie beat Frozen and Inside Out.
While the film isn’t out yet, it already has the makings of a huge box-office hit. This is based on how many people watched the film’s trailer as soon as it dropped.
Moana 2 Trailer Breaks Major Disney Record
A report by Deadline revealed that Moana 2 is now Disney’s most-watched trailer for an anime movie based on data during the first 24 hours.
To be exact, Moana 2’s trailer got 178 million views in 24 hours. This is based on views from various platforms, including YouTube, X,...
It has been nearly eight years since the first movie, and finally, the Moana sequel’s trailer is here. The excitement for the new film was so big that the Moana 2 trailer broke a major Disney record, meaning this new movie beat Frozen and Inside Out.
While the film isn’t out yet, it already has the makings of a huge box-office hit. This is based on how many people watched the film’s trailer as soon as it dropped.
Moana 2 Trailer Breaks Major Disney Record
A report by Deadline revealed that Moana 2 is now Disney’s most-watched trailer for an anime movie based on data during the first 24 hours.
To be exact, Moana 2’s trailer got 178 million views in 24 hours. This is based on views from various platforms, including YouTube, X,...
- 5/31/2024
- EpicStream
Der am Mittwoch veröffentlichte Teaser-Trailer zu „Vaiana 2“ ist der meist gesehene Trailer eines Disney-Animationsfilms in den ersten 24 Stunden.
Die Vorfreude auf das nächste Abenteuer von Titelheldin Vaiana und ihrem treuen Begleiter Maui ist offenbar sehr groß. Wie „Deadline“ berichtet, wurde der am Mittwoch veröffentlichte Teaser-Trailer zu „Vaiana 2“ in den ersten 24 Stunden auf Plattformen wie TikTok, YouTube, X, Instagram, Facebook und Snakshot insgesamt 178 Mio. Mal aufgerufen – so oft wie kein anderer Trailer eines Disney-Animationsfilms in seinen ersten 24 Stunden zuvor.
Die bisherigen Bestwerte stammen von den Trailern zu „Alles steht Kopf 2“ (157 Mio. Views) und „Die Eiskönigin 2“ (116 Mio. Views). Der Trailer zum Pixar-Film „Die Unglaublichen 2“ hatte es in den ersten 24 Stunden auf 113 Mio. Views gebracht.
„Vaiana 2“ startet am 28. November in den deutschen Kinos. Teil eins hatte mehr als zwei Mio. Besucher in die deutschen Kinos gelockt und weltweit knapp 690 Mio. Dollar eingespielt.
Die Vorfreude auf das nächste Abenteuer von Titelheldin Vaiana und ihrem treuen Begleiter Maui ist offenbar sehr groß. Wie „Deadline“ berichtet, wurde der am Mittwoch veröffentlichte Teaser-Trailer zu „Vaiana 2“ in den ersten 24 Stunden auf Plattformen wie TikTok, YouTube, X, Instagram, Facebook und Snakshot insgesamt 178 Mio. Mal aufgerufen – so oft wie kein anderer Trailer eines Disney-Animationsfilms in seinen ersten 24 Stunden zuvor.
Die bisherigen Bestwerte stammen von den Trailern zu „Alles steht Kopf 2“ (157 Mio. Views) und „Die Eiskönigin 2“ (116 Mio. Views). Der Trailer zum Pixar-Film „Die Unglaublichen 2“ hatte es in den ersten 24 Stunden auf 113 Mio. Views gebracht.
„Vaiana 2“ startet am 28. November in den deutschen Kinos. Teil eins hatte mehr als zwei Mio. Besucher in die deutschen Kinos gelockt und weltweit knapp 690 Mio. Dollar eingespielt.
- 5/31/2024
- by Jochen Müller
- Spot - Media & Film
Check out the new teaser trailer (above) for Walt Disney Animated Studios’ Moana 2. Moana voyages back to the big screen this November in the all-new feature film starring Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson as Moana and demigod Maui, respectively.
Opening only in theaters on November 27, 2024, Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller, and produced by Christina Chen and Yvett Merino, Moana 2 features music by Grammy® winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Grammy nominee Opetaia Foa’i, and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina.
#Moana2 is only in theaters on November 27, 2024!
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Opening only in theaters on November 27, 2024, Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller, and produced by Christina Chen and Yvett Merino, Moana 2 features music by Grammy® winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Grammy nominee Opetaia Foa’i, and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina.
#Moana2 is only in theaters on November 27, 2024!
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- 5/31/2024
- by Editor
- CinemaNerdz
Thanksgiving may be months away, but audiences are already getting ready to feast on Moana 2.
A trailer for the movie was viewed by 178 million people in its first 24 hours this week, more than any other trailer for a film in the history of Disney’s animated empire, which is made up of Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar. (Moana is from Disney Animation.)
In terms of trailer viewership, the previous record for Pixar was Inside Out 2 (157 million), and the best for Disney Animation was Frozen 2 (116 million). The Moana 2 trailer also came in above Pixar’s Incredibles 2 (113 million).
The Moana 2 trailer will play before Inside Out 2, which opens in theaters June 14. The upcoming Pixar sequel is tracking to open to $80 million-$85 million, although one service believes it will cross $90 million. Both films are good news for Disney’s animation empire, as Pixar, in particular, has been struggling.
A trailer for the movie was viewed by 178 million people in its first 24 hours this week, more than any other trailer for a film in the history of Disney’s animated empire, which is made up of Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar. (Moana is from Disney Animation.)
In terms of trailer viewership, the previous record for Pixar was Inside Out 2 (157 million), and the best for Disney Animation was Frozen 2 (116 million). The Moana 2 trailer also came in above Pixar’s Incredibles 2 (113 million).
The Moana 2 trailer will play before Inside Out 2, which opens in theaters June 14. The upcoming Pixar sequel is tracking to open to $80 million-$85 million, although one service believes it will cross $90 million. Both films are good news for Disney’s animation empire, as Pixar, in particular, has been struggling.
- 5/30/2024
- by Pamela McClintock
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
It’s looking like Disney will make a big comeback at the Thanksgiving box office: Their Moana 2 trailer which dropped Wednesday has become the studio’s most watched ever for an animated movie, clocking 178M views in 24 hours.
That traffic sails by previous record holders Inside Out 2 (157Mm) and Frozen 2 (116Mm).
The figure also comes in above Pixar’s Incredibles 2 (113Mm).
Views are solely from online across TikTok, YouTube, X, Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat. There were very positive reactions for the animation, love of the original film and character fanship. Moana, Maui, and Pua were standout characters with audiences calling out how Moana is one of their favorite Disney characters of all-time. All this is very good considering this was a project originally conceived as a Disney+ series that the studio flipped to the big screen.
Pic is directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller,...
That traffic sails by previous record holders Inside Out 2 (157Mm) and Frozen 2 (116Mm).
The figure also comes in above Pixar’s Incredibles 2 (113Mm).
Views are solely from online across TikTok, YouTube, X, Instagram, Facebook and Snapchat. There were very positive reactions for the animation, love of the original film and character fanship. Moana, Maui, and Pua were standout characters with audiences calling out how Moana is one of their favorite Disney characters of all-time. All this is very good considering this was a project originally conceived as a Disney+ series that the studio flipped to the big screen.
Pic is directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Un emocionante viaje con insólitos marineros. © Disney
Ya se ha publicado el primer tráiler y póster de “Vaiana 2” (o “Moana 2” en su versión original), la secuela del largometraje de Disney nominado al Oscar a la Mejor Película de Animación en 2016, que en un principio, se concibió como una serie para Disney Plus+ antes de ser convertida en una secuela para salas de cine.
“Vaiana 2”, el musical animado de Walt Disney Animation Studios, reúne a Vaiana y Maui tres años después en un nuevo y emocionante viaje junto a una tripulación de insólitos marineros. Tras recibir una inesperada llamada de sus antepasados, Vaiana debe viajar a los lejanos mares de Oceanía y adentrarse en peligrosas aguas perdidas hace mucho tiempo para vivir una aventura sin precedentes.
En esta nueva película vuelven Auli’i Cravalho y Dwayne Johnson como Vaiana y el semidiós Maui en su versión original. Por otro lado,...
Ya se ha publicado el primer tráiler y póster de “Vaiana 2” (o “Moana 2” en su versión original), la secuela del largometraje de Disney nominado al Oscar a la Mejor Película de Animación en 2016, que en un principio, se concibió como una serie para Disney Plus+ antes de ser convertida en una secuela para salas de cine.
“Vaiana 2”, el musical animado de Walt Disney Animation Studios, reúne a Vaiana y Maui tres años después en un nuevo y emocionante viaje junto a una tripulación de insólitos marineros. Tras recibir una inesperada llamada de sus antepasados, Vaiana debe viajar a los lejanos mares de Oceanía y adentrarse en peligrosas aguas perdidas hace mucho tiempo para vivir una aventura sin precedentes.
En esta nueva película vuelven Auli’i Cravalho y Dwayne Johnson como Vaiana y el semidiós Maui en su versión original. Por otro lado,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Marta Medina
- mundoCine
How far will they go this time around?
On Wednesday, Disney released the first teaser for “Moana 2,” the studio’s anticipated sequel to the blockbuster hit “Moana.” The animated film – which was originally designed as a television series for Disney+ before being turned into a feature project and dated for this year – once again stars Auli’i Cravalho as the title character and Dwayne Johnson as the outlandish demigod Maui.
Here’s the logline, provided by Disney: Moana and Maui reunite three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.
The sequel is directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller with original songs from Grammy winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear,...
On Wednesday, Disney released the first teaser for “Moana 2,” the studio’s anticipated sequel to the blockbuster hit “Moana.” The animated film – which was originally designed as a television series for Disney+ before being turned into a feature project and dated for this year – once again stars Auli’i Cravalho as the title character and Dwayne Johnson as the outlandish demigod Maui.
Here’s the logline, provided by Disney: Moana and Maui reunite three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.
The sequel is directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller with original songs from Grammy winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby
The last few years have been tumultuous for the House of Mouse, as some of their biggest releases didn’t land well among critics and fans. This is especially notable in their animated division, which isn’t exactly thriving, with both Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios failing to live up to their potential with their last major releases.
However, with the sequel to one of the best Disney animated releases of 2010 set to release later this year, which will see Dwayne Johnson return, things might change for the better.
The trailer for Dwayne Johnson’s Moana 2 Has Fans Excited
Dwayne Johnson | Credit: Fast Five (via Universal Pictures)
It has been three years since Walt Disney Animation Studios released Encanto, which was revered by both fans and critics and deservedly earned itself an Oscar win for Best Animated Release. However, since then, the animated studio has visibly struggled with its last two releases,...
However, with the sequel to one of the best Disney animated releases of 2010 set to release later this year, which will see Dwayne Johnson return, things might change for the better.
The trailer for Dwayne Johnson’s Moana 2 Has Fans Excited
Dwayne Johnson | Credit: Fast Five (via Universal Pictures)
It has been three years since Walt Disney Animation Studios released Encanto, which was revered by both fans and critics and deservedly earned itself an Oscar win for Best Animated Release. However, since then, the animated studio has visibly struggled with its last two releases,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Disney has just released the trailer for the upcoming “Moana 2” film. I was concerned about how the animation would be given that it was meant to be a show and fodder for Disney+, but what we can see so far looks good.
Disney Animation on X posted the trailer earlier today.
Moana and Maui are back
Watch the new trailer for Disney’s #Moana2 now and see the movie only in theaters November 27, 2024! pic.twitter.com/3J2QPRtlSg
— Disney Animation (@DisneyAnimation) May 29, 2024
They also released a new poster:
It’s time to set sail Check out the new poster for Disney’s #Moana2, coming to theaters November 27, 2024! pic.twitter.com/ZhG8WDthOI
— Disney Animation (@DisneyAnimation) May 29, 2024
The film takes place three years after the first one. Here’s the synopsis from the trailer:
“Moana 2” reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers.
Disney Animation on X posted the trailer earlier today.
Moana and Maui are back
Watch the new trailer for Disney’s #Moana2 now and see the movie only in theaters November 27, 2024! pic.twitter.com/3J2QPRtlSg
— Disney Animation (@DisneyAnimation) May 29, 2024
They also released a new poster:
It’s time to set sail Check out the new poster for Disney’s #Moana2, coming to theaters November 27, 2024! pic.twitter.com/ZhG8WDthOI
— Disney Animation (@DisneyAnimation) May 29, 2024
The film takes place three years after the first one. Here’s the synopsis from the trailer:
“Moana 2” reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers.
- 5/29/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
Walt Disney Animated Studios’ has debuted a new teaser trailer for ‘Moana 2.’
Coming to the big screen this November in the all-new feature film starring Auli‘i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson as Moana and demigod Maui.
The movie reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.
Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller, and produced by Christina Chen and Yvett Merino, the animation features music by Grammy® winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Grammy nominee Opetaia Foaʻi, and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina.
Also in trailers – ‘Batman’ spin-off series ‘The Penguin’ to hit Sky in the UK; Teaser trailer released
The post Moana takes...
Coming to the big screen this November in the all-new feature film starring Auli‘i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson as Moana and demigod Maui.
The movie reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.
Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller, and produced by Christina Chen and Yvett Merino, the animation features music by Grammy® winners Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Grammy nominee Opetaia Foaʻi, and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina.
Also in trailers – ‘Batman’ spin-off series ‘The Penguin’ to hit Sky in the UK; Teaser trailer released
The post Moana takes...
- 5/29/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The first trailer for Moana 2 has just dropped (via Toonado.com) ahead of the sequel's release in theaters this November.
This sneak peek doesn't give too much away about the story, though we see that Moana (Auli'i Cravalho) will be heading on a new adventure which reunites her with the demigod Maui (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson).
It was only in February when Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed plans for a Moana sequel. While the news generated excitement among Disney Animation fans, it felt like the movie came out of nowhere.
It was in 2020 when we first learned of plans for a Moana sequel TV series on Disney+. The idea was for it to serve as a loose follow-up in the same way as the streamer's Big Hero 6, Zootopia, and Up sequels. So, what changed?
Moana 2's shift from streaming to theaters was set in motion when Disney...
This sneak peek doesn't give too much away about the story, though we see that Moana (Auli'i Cravalho) will be heading on a new adventure which reunites her with the demigod Maui (Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson).
It was only in February when Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed plans for a Moana sequel. While the news generated excitement among Disney Animation fans, it felt like the movie came out of nowhere.
It was in 2020 when we first learned of plans for a Moana sequel TV series on Disney+. The idea was for it to serve as a loose follow-up in the same way as the streamer's Big Hero 6, Zootopia, and Up sequels. So, what changed?
Moana 2's shift from streaming to theaters was set in motion when Disney...
- 5/29/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Moana 2Screenshot: Disney/YouTube
Just how far will Moana go? The generic marketing answer for the upcoming Moana 2 is “Further than ever before!” It’s unclear just how different this sequel adventure is from the fantastical journey Moana took in the original movie. But a new trailer for the film,...
Just how far will Moana go? The generic marketing answer for the upcoming Moana 2 is “Further than ever before!” It’s unclear just how different this sequel adventure is from the fantastical journey Moana took in the original movie. But a new trailer for the film,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Mary Kate Carr
- avclub.com
Walt Disney recently released the first trailer for Moana 2, set to be released on November 27, 2024. Starring Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Auliʻi Cravalho, the movie aims to build on the success of the original 2016 release, which grossed around $687 million at the box office. The trailer itself promises an entertaining watch, which sees Moana set sails into unchartered territory once again, in a bid to ‘sail new waters.’
However, despite a promising trailer, it seems as if the Dwayne Johnson movie has run into a snag already, as its release date clashes with another major project. It stars none other than Ariana Grande, and boasts of Michelle Yeoh, Cynthia Erivo, and Jeff Goldblum as well. Based on characters from the 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Wicked also releases on November 27, 2024.
Dwayne Johnson’s character in Moana. | Disney
The clash has already led to fans choosing sides, with both movies...
However, despite a promising trailer, it seems as if the Dwayne Johnson movie has run into a snag already, as its release date clashes with another major project. It stars none other than Ariana Grande, and boasts of Michelle Yeoh, Cynthia Erivo, and Jeff Goldblum as well. Based on characters from the 1900 novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Wicked also releases on November 27, 2024.
Dwayne Johnson’s character in Moana. | Disney
The clash has already led to fans choosing sides, with both movies...
- 5/29/2024
- by Rishabh Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Am 28. November kommt das Animationsabenteuer „Vaiana 2“ in die deutschen Kinos. Jetzt wurde ein Teaser-Trailer veröffentlicht.
Rund acht Jahre nach dem Original startet Disney das Animationsabenteuer „Vaiana 2“ am 28. November in den deutschen Kinos.
Die Titelheldin Vaiana hat eine unerwartete Nachricht von ihren Vorfahren erhalten und muss sich auf eine Reise auf die weiten Meere Ozeaniens in längst vergessene Gewässer begeben, um dort ein Abenteuer zu bestehen, wie sie es zuvor noch nicht erlebt hat. Immer an ihrer Seite: ihr treuer Gefährte Maui.
Rund acht Jahre nach dem Original startet Disney das Animationsabenteuer „Vaiana 2“ am 28. November in den deutschen Kinos.
Die Titelheldin Vaiana hat eine unerwartete Nachricht von ihren Vorfahren erhalten und muss sich auf eine Reise auf die weiten Meere Ozeaniens in längst vergessene Gewässer begeben, um dort ein Abenteuer zu bestehen, wie sie es zuvor noch nicht erlebt hat. Immer an ihrer Seite: ihr treuer Gefährte Maui.
- 5/29/2024
- by Jochen Müller
- Spot - Media & Film
The animated movie “Moana 2”, the sequel to the original 2016 feature, will now open November 27, 2024 in theaters:
"...'Moana' is the rebellious teenage daughter of the chief of 'Motunui', an island in the Pacific, where a great 'darkness' begins to drain the village of its essential resources including fresh fish and coconut.
"Defying her father’s demands to stay within the reef, Moana sets out across the vast ocean to find demigod 'Maui' who can restore the health of her village and islands worldwide by fulfilling an action described by an ancient legend: He must replace the 'lost heart' of 'TeFiti', a glowing green stone at the center of the mother island, which he stole centuries prior. Only then can harmony and peace be restored to nature..."
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"...'Moana' is the rebellious teenage daughter of the chief of 'Motunui', an island in the Pacific, where a great 'darkness' begins to drain the village of its essential resources including fresh fish and coconut.
"Defying her father’s demands to stay within the reef, Moana sets out across the vast ocean to find demigod 'Maui' who can restore the health of her village and islands worldwide by fulfilling an action described by an ancient legend: He must replace the 'lost heart' of 'TeFiti', a glowing green stone at the center of the mother island, which he stole centuries prior. Only then can harmony and peace be restored to nature..."
Click the images to enlarge...
- 5/29/2024
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
Released back in 2016, Moana was a proper hit for Disney and became one of the company’s most beloved new movies, with Moana soon becoming a part of the Disney Princess brand. Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson did a great job in providing the voices for Moana and Maui, respectively, which is why the announcement of a sequel did not really surprise us; the film was a hit with children, and the adults liked it as well. It also represents Disney’s diversity policy well, so the announcement of a sequel wasn’t all that surprising. We reported earlier that a trailer was shown to people attending CinemaCon, and we can now confirm that the trailer is officially out, confirming the release date of the film, which is set for November 27, 2024.
A lot of the information about the movie is unknown as of the time of writing, but Disney is...
A lot of the information about the movie is unknown as of the time of writing, but Disney is...
- 5/29/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Journey back to the tranquil locations of the tropical beaches and vast oceans with the new teaser trailer for Moana 2. Disney has just shared the new look at the sequel to the popular 2016 film starring Dwayne Johnson and Auli‘i Cravalho as their respective characters — Maui and Moana. In addition to the teaser trailer, Disney has also released a couple of teaser posters that sets the stage for a new adventure across the sea.
The official synopsis from Disney reads,
“Opening only in theaters Nov. 27, 2024, Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller, and produced...
The official synopsis from Disney reads,
“Opening only in theaters Nov. 27, 2024, Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced. Directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller, and produced...
- 5/29/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Check out the new teaser trailer for Walt Disney Animated Studios’ Moana 2. Moana voyages back to the big screen this November in the all-new feature film starring Auli‘i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson as Moana and demigod Maui, respectively.
The original film Moana opened to positive reviews and was a box office hit! Worldwide it took in over $643 million. It also received 2 Oscar nominations for Best Song (Lin-Manuel Miranda – “How Far I’ll Go”) and Best Animated Feature Film.
Jim Batts wrote in his review that the 2016 movie, “is a gorgeous feast for the eyes and ears.”
Opening only in theaters Nov. 27, 2024, Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.
The original film Moana opened to positive reviews and was a box office hit! Worldwide it took in over $643 million. It also received 2 Oscar nominations for Best Song (Lin-Manuel Miranda – “How Far I’ll Go”) and Best Animated Feature Film.
Jim Batts wrote in his review that the 2016 movie, “is a gorgeous feast for the eyes and ears.”
Opening only in theaters Nov. 27, 2024, Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.
- 5/29/2024
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
What can we say, except... the first trailer for Disney Animation sequel Moana 2 has officially arrived. You’re welcome! Yes, it’s almost time to head back to Motonui, as the Polynesian princess heads back to the big screen for a new adventure. Auli’i Cravalho is back to voice the titular character, and Dwayne Johnson also returns as shape-shifting demigod Maui. Watch the trailer here:
This second film is set three years after the original, and sees Moana heading off on a new voyage after receiving a message from past generations. As she says in the trailer, “This is a call from the ancestors, to sail to new skies, and reconnect our people across the entire ocean.” Cue some gorgeous sun-soaked animation, showing Moana exploring the depths of the ocean, experiencing a mystical lightning strike, and venturing into new lands. She won’t be voyaging alone, of course, as...
This second film is set three years after the original, and sees Moana heading off on a new voyage after receiving a message from past generations. As she says in the trailer, “This is a call from the ancestors, to sail to new skies, and reconnect our people across the entire ocean.” Cue some gorgeous sun-soaked animation, showing Moana exploring the depths of the ocean, experiencing a mystical lightning strike, and venturing into new lands. She won’t be voyaging alone, of course, as...
- 5/29/2024
- by Sophie Butcher
- Empire - Movies
A sequel to hit Disney musical Moana arrives in November. Take a look at the first Moana 2 trailer.
Though Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has a string successful films to his name, few have embedded themselves in the public consciousness like Disney musical Moana. The film was a critical and commercial success upon its release in 2016. In fact, the biggest surprise is that it has taken this long for a sequel to materialize.
The first film follows the titular girl as she teams up with demigod Maui to stop a curse he accidentally unleashed.
A live-action remake is also in the works. While Johnson will reprise his role, Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced the titular character, will not return for the live-action version. Original screenwriter Jared Bush will return to pen the script together with Dana Ledoux Miller. The film is scheduled to be released on the 10th July 2026.
However, both...
Though Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson has a string successful films to his name, few have embedded themselves in the public consciousness like Disney musical Moana. The film was a critical and commercial success upon its release in 2016. In fact, the biggest surprise is that it has taken this long for a sequel to materialize.
The first film follows the titular girl as she teams up with demigod Maui to stop a curse he accidentally unleashed.
A live-action remake is also in the works. While Johnson will reprise his role, Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced the titular character, will not return for the live-action version. Original screenwriter Jared Bush will return to pen the script together with Dana Ledoux Miller. The film is scheduled to be released on the 10th July 2026.
However, both...
- 5/29/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
I’ve been staring at the edge of the water…The story of “Moana 2” is indicative of where the movie industry is headed, and the short version is: back in theaters. Effectively, “Moana 2” was initially scheduled to be an animated series for Disney+. However, a few years after the pandemic, Disney realized the economics of streaming had changed in the eyes of Wall Street, and the company had to pivot back to theatrical releases as its core business.
Continue reading ‘Moana 2’ Trailer: Dwayne Johnson & Auliʻi Cravalho Return For Disney’s Animated Sequel In November at The Playlist.
Continue reading ‘Moana 2’ Trailer: Dwayne Johnson & Auliʻi Cravalho Return For Disney’s Animated Sequel In November at The Playlist.
- 5/29/2024
- by Edward Davis
- The Playlist
Aloha, Moana. (The hello kind.)
Disney released a teaser trailer (below) for “Moana 2” on May 29. Our princess of Motunui is still out there voyaging, still drumming with her dead ancestors, still battling coconuts — it honestly just looks like additional “Moana” footage. That’s not automatically a bad thing. Also, it’s not yet the trailer trailer, so we’ll cut it a break — especially considering the feature film’s own origin story.
“Moana 2” was originally planned as a Disney+ series. Well, upgrade. Now a proper sequel, “Moana 2” welcomes back Auli’i Cravalho (as Moana), Dwayne Johnson as Maui, Nicole Scherzinger as Sina, and Temuera Morrison as Chief Tai.
Also an “upgrade” is Maui’s “boat snack” — the pig, Pua, has joined Heihei the chicken on Moana’s boat. Johnson gets the big joke of the teaser trailer: “Bacon and eggs!?! Why didn’t you bring the pig last time?...
Disney released a teaser trailer (below) for “Moana 2” on May 29. Our princess of Motunui is still out there voyaging, still drumming with her dead ancestors, still battling coconuts — it honestly just looks like additional “Moana” footage. That’s not automatically a bad thing. Also, it’s not yet the trailer trailer, so we’ll cut it a break — especially considering the feature film’s own origin story.
“Moana 2” was originally planned as a Disney+ series. Well, upgrade. Now a proper sequel, “Moana 2” welcomes back Auli’i Cravalho (as Moana), Dwayne Johnson as Maui, Nicole Scherzinger as Sina, and Temuera Morrison as Chief Tai.
Also an “upgrade” is Maui’s “boat snack” — the pig, Pua, has joined Heihei the chicken on Moana’s boat. Johnson gets the big joke of the teaser trailer: “Bacon and eggs!?! Why didn’t you bring the pig last time?...
- 5/29/2024
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
Disney has revealed the teaser trailer for Moana 2. Set to open in theaters on November 27th, 2024, the animated sequel reunites Moana and Maui three years after the events of the original film, as they embark on “an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers.”
Original stars Auli‘i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return to voice Moana and Maui, respectively, while the sequel will feature music from Abigail Barlow, Emily Bear, Opetaia Foaʻi, and Mark Mancina. David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller directed the project.
Moana 2 was originally announced as a Disney+ series, but was retooled as a feature-length filmed after Bob Iger returned as the head of Disney in hopes that it would provide a boon to the company’s theatrical business.
Along with the animated sequel, a live-action Moana film is also in development, with Johnson attached to star as Maui. It’s...
Original stars Auli‘i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return to voice Moana and Maui, respectively, while the sequel will feature music from Abigail Barlow, Emily Bear, Opetaia Foaʻi, and Mark Mancina. David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller directed the project.
Moana 2 was originally announced as a Disney+ series, but was retooled as a feature-length filmed after Bob Iger returned as the head of Disney in hopes that it would provide a boon to the company’s theatrical business.
Along with the animated sequel, a live-action Moana film is also in development, with Johnson attached to star as Maui. It’s...
- 5/29/2024
- by Scoop Harrison
- Consequence - Film News
Dwayne Johnson and Auli’i Cravalho are back in action with the first trailer for Disney’s sequel movie Moana 2.
David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller directed the animated feature that is set to hit theaters Nov. 27. The film centers on Moana (Cravalho) heading out on an unexpected adventure in long-lost waters after receiving a call from her trailblazing ancestors. Johnson reprises his role as demigod Maui.
“This is a call from the ancestors to sail to new skies and reconnect our people across the entire ocean,” Moana says in the trailer as the adventure is teased.
The project was originally developed as a television series before being reworked as a theatrical sequel. Featuring new songs from Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Moana 2 counts Christina Chen and Yvett Merino as producers.
Disney is also behind a live-action Moana remake from director Thomas Kail. That film is...
David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand and Dana Ledoux Miller directed the animated feature that is set to hit theaters Nov. 27. The film centers on Moana (Cravalho) heading out on an unexpected adventure in long-lost waters after receiving a call from her trailblazing ancestors. Johnson reprises his role as demigod Maui.
“This is a call from the ancestors to sail to new skies and reconnect our people across the entire ocean,” Moana says in the trailer as the adventure is teased.
The project was originally developed as a television series before being reworked as a theatrical sequel. Featuring new songs from Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, Moana 2 counts Christina Chen and Yvett Merino as producers.
Disney is also behind a live-action Moana remake from director Thomas Kail. That film is...
- 5/29/2024
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The ocean beckons in a new trailer for Moana 2, a sequel to Walt Disney Animation Studios’s 2016 musical adventure Moana. The action-packed clip showcases the return of voice actors Auli‘i Cravalho and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as Moana and her demigod pal Maui as Moana embarks on a new journey with her adorable animal sidekicks.
The film, directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, was initially announced as an animated Disney+ series but was reimagined into a sequel film. The official synopsis notes, “After receiving...
The film, directed by David Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, was initially announced as an animated Disney+ series but was reimagined into a sequel film. The official synopsis notes, “After receiving...
- 5/29/2024
- by Emily Zemler
- Rollingstone.com
See the line where the sky meets the sea? In 2016, audiences heeded the call of "Moana," capping off a fantastic year for Disney Animation that also saw eventual Best Animated Feature Film Oscar winner "Zootopia" top over a billion dollars at the box office. Closing in on a decade later, however, the House That Mickey Built has fallen on harder times after suffering one of its costliest box office misfires ever with "Strange World" and releasing what was intended to be the crown jewel in its 100th-anniversary celebration, "Wish," to middling reviews and even worse financial returns. It's under these circumstances that Bob Iger, fresh off having un-retired from his position as Disney's CEO, has announced further adventures with both the furry members of the Zootopia Police Department (Zpd) and the studio's beloved Pacific Islander princess.
Shocking as it was when Disney proclaimed "Moana 2" would be arriving near the...
Shocking as it was when Disney proclaimed "Moana 2" would be arriving near the...
- 5/29/2024
- by Sandy Schaefer
- Slash Film
The line where the sky meets the sea is calling Moana once again, as Disney has released the first trailer for its highly-anticipated “Moana” sequel. The trailer sees the return of Moana and Maui, voiced by Auliʻi Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson, respectively, on another oceanic adventure.
According to its official description, “Moana 2” reunites “Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.”
“This is a call from the ancestors to sail to new skies and reconnect our people across the entire ocean,” Moana says in the trailer. Maui then makes an appearance on her boat, referring to a chicken and pig as “boat snacks.”
“Moana 2” was written and...
According to its official description, “Moana 2” reunites “Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.”
“This is a call from the ancestors to sail to new skies and reconnect our people across the entire ocean,” Moana says in the trailer. Maui then makes an appearance on her boat, referring to a chicken and pig as “boat snacks.”
“Moana 2” was written and...
- 5/29/2024
- by Diego Ramos Bechara
- Variety Film + TV
- 5/29/2024
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Walt Disney Pictures has announced that the first trailer for its upcoming animated sequel, Moana 2, will be released online tomorrow, and star Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson has taken to social media to share the first theatrical poster.
Johnson will reprise the role of shapeshifting Polynesian Demigod Maui, alongside Auli'i Cravalho, who will once again provide the voice of the title character.
The Moana sequel was originally envisioned as a Disney+ series, but studio execs were said to be so impressed with writer-director David G. Derrick Jr.'s work on the initial episodes that they decided to revamp his ideas for a single big-screen feature.
There is also a live-action remake of Moana in the works, which is currently set for a 2026 release. Johnson will return as Maui, but Cravalho will not be portraying her character.
Johnson recently revealed that an actress has been cast in the role, but has yet to be officially announced.
Johnson will reprise the role of shapeshifting Polynesian Demigod Maui, alongside Auli'i Cravalho, who will once again provide the voice of the title character.
The Moana sequel was originally envisioned as a Disney+ series, but studio execs were said to be so impressed with writer-director David G. Derrick Jr.'s work on the initial episodes that they decided to revamp his ideas for a single big-screen feature.
There is also a live-action remake of Moana in the works, which is currently set for a 2026 release. Johnson will return as Maui, but Cravalho will not be portraying her character.
Johnson recently revealed that an actress has been cast in the role, but has yet to be officially announced.
- 5/28/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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