After years of waiting, Disney has finally confirmed that Moana 2 is on the way, and the studio has even revealed the film’s release date. Moana was a critically acclaimed adventure for Disney back in 2016, which featured voice performances from Dwayne Johnson, Auli’i Cravalho, and Jemaine Clement. The movie follows the title character, a young Polynesian girl selected by the ocean to find a demigod named Maui (Johnson) and return a mystical relic to its rightful owner.
Moana featured great characters, an emotional story, stunning animation, and catchy musical numbers, with Lin-Manuel Miranda writing some of the songs. Taika Waititi wrote an early version of the script too, though the film would change radically during development. The movie would prove to be a worldwide smash hit and earned a Best Animated Feature nomination at the 2017 Academy Awards. Given the film was instantly beloved by audiences, it felt like Moana 2 was a given, but it has taken until 2024 to be formally announced.
Moana 2 Latest News
A New Trailer Drops
the teaser shows Moana setting out on her new adventure and reuniting with Maui, who is less-than-thrilled to have an adversary who can control the weather.
With the long-awaited sequel nearing its release date, Disney has revealed another trailer for Moana 2. The short teaser highlights Moana’s close connection to her people, and more specifically, her younger sister, who greets her on the beach after a “long” journey of three days at sea. As a new song from the film underscores the scenes, the teaser shows Moana setting out on her new adventure and reuniting with Maui, who is less-than-thrilled to have an adversary who can control the weather.
Moana 2 Release Date
The Sequel Sets Sail In November
While the announcement of Moana 2 wasn’t that shocking, the reveal that the movie would premiere on November 27th, 2024 was quite a surprise. Disney is never shy about establishing long timelines for their movies, and the recently confirmed movies like Frozen 3 and Toy Story 5 aren’t expected until 2026. Moana 2, on the other hand, is most likely nearly completed since the release date is coming so soon.
Moana 2
will release theatrically on November 27, but a Disney+ release date remains elusive.
Moana 2 Cast
The Rock & Auli’i Cravalho Return In The Sequel
The voice cast of the sequel will be a familiar one with the confirmation that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is back on board to play the mischievous but ultimately loveable demi-god Maui. Furthermore, Auli’i Cravalho has returned to voice the adventurous young Moana, and the sequel gives her a chance to add more nuance to the character now that she’s three years older. Also returning for the sequel, Temuera Morrison will reprise his role as Moana’s father, Tui, while Nicole Scherzinger is back as her mother, Sina. Alan Tudyk will once again be providing the voice of Moana’s lovable chicken friend, Heihei.
The confirmed cast of Moana 2 includes:
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Moana 2 Role |
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Auli’i Cravalho |
Moana |
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Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson |
Maui |
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Temuera Morrison |
Tui |
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Nicole Scherzinger |
Sina |
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Alan Tudyk |
Heihei |
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Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda |
Simea |
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Moana 2 Story
Another Seafaring Journey
Though the full details won’t be revealed for some time, Disney did offer a few clues about the story by revealing the basic plot for the sequel. Moana 2 will see the titular hero rejoin the demi-god Maui as they sail across the ocean in search of dangerous lost waters while encountering sea monsters and lost civilizations along the way.The impetus for the journey was revealed in the full trailer, as a mysterious villain arrives who has the power to control storms.
Moana 2 Trailer
Watch All The Trailers Below
Walt Disney Studios has released a teaser trailer for Moana 2 that gives fans everything they need to know about the upcoming sequel. The teaser opens with a shot of an older Moana as she leaves her friendly village behind in search of more of her people. The journey presents many dangers for the young hero, but the teaser also shows her reunion with the lovable demi-god Maui who will once again accompany her on the harrowing adventure.
At the D23 fan event in August 2024, Disney revealed the full trailer for Moana 2, and it is even more revealing than the previous teaser. The trailer brings viewers back up to speed on Moana’s life as she assumes the role of her tribe’s Wayfinder. While balancing her life as a teen, her new sister, and her job as Wayfinder, Moana soon encounters a villain with the ability to control storms. This sets her off on a journey, alongside her pal Maui, across the sea to resolve yet another conflict.
Yet another teaser was dropped in September 2024 which highlights the musical aspects of Moana 2. The newfound Wayfinder returns from a three-day-voyage at sea to be greeted by her little sister, Simea. Meanwhile, Moana discovers that she must once again cross the ocean to reunite her people, and she’ll need the help of Maui to accomplish her mission. However, upon learning that their foe can control the weather, Maui is less-than-thrilled to be invited along.
