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Disney Unveils Live-Action Moana with Star-Studded Cast

11/17/2025

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Disney released first look at its live-action Moana, directed by Thomas Kail, for July 10, 2026.
Catherine Laga’aia (actress) stars as Moana, with Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui.
Film follows Moana beyond Motunui to restore prosperity, with John Tui as Chief Tui, Frankie Adams as Sina, and Rena Owen as Gramma Tala.
The original Moana grossed $643 million, and the new film is expected to perform at box office.

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Disney released first look at its live-action Moana, directed by Thomas Kail, for July 10, 2026.
Catherine Laga’aia (actress) stars as Moana, with Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui.
Film follows Moana beyond Motunui to restore prosperity, with John Tui as Chief Tui, Frankie Adams as Sina, and Rena Owen as Gramma Tala.
The original Moana grossed $643 million, and the new film is expected to perform at box office.