Moana answers the Ocean's call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people.
Practical Effects
Real water stunts and practical boat work, not just CGI.
Production
Authentic Polynesian cultural consultants on every decision.
Costume
Live-action Maui's moving tattoos are technically mind-blowing.
Director
Thomas Kail
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The production hired the same oceanic navigation expert who consulted on the 2016 original, ensuring wayfinding authenticity in live-action.
Lin-Manuel Miranda reportedly wrote one entirely new song for this adaptation that replaces a cut ensemble number from the animated film.
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