MOANA 2 Trailer (2024) Disney Animated Movie

MOANA 2 Trailer (2024) Disney Animated Movie

MOANA 2 Trailer (2024) Disney Animated Movie
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The Moana 2 trailer breaks a Disney record with 178 million views in 24 hours, surpassing Inside Out 2, Frozen 2, and Incredibles 2.
The sequel to the 2016 film follows Moana and the demigod Maui on a new quest to protect her island, unveiling ancestral secrets and ocean magic.
Dwayne Johnson and Auli'i Cravalho return for Moana 2, set to release on November 27, 2024.
The new trailer for Moana 2 shatters Disney's record for most views in 24 hours for an animated movie. The highly anticipated sequel releasing in November sees Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson reprising their roles as Moana and the demigod Maui from the beloved first film. The story was originally going to be a Disney+ sequel series but ultimately took on the form of a full-length theatrical film now known as Moana 2.

According to Deadline, the Moana 2 trailer received 178 million views in the 24 hours since its online debut, beating out the previous records held by Inside Out 2, Frozen 2, and Incredibles 2. This means it became Disney's most-watched trailer for an animated movie. Viewership numbers were collected from YouTube, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat. In addition to the staggering number of online views, the trailer has been met with mostly positive reception and enthusiasm for the upcoming sequel.

Movie

Trailer Views in First 24 Hours

Moana 2

178 million

Inside Out 2

157 million

Frozen 2

116 million

Incredibles 2

113 million

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Moana 2 Should Be Disney Animation’s Biggest Thanksgiving Box Office Hit Since 2019
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Between Moana 2's trailer being an immediate success and it being a long-awaited sequel to one of Disney's most popular movies from the past decade, it should easily be the studio's highest-grossing Thanksgiving release since Frozen II.

Moana 2's record-breaking trailer viewership bodes well for its theatrical performance, a welcome sign for Disney after their animated films have struggled at the box office in recent years, particularly for Thanksgiving releases. Disney's 2019 Thanksgiving release, Frozen II, performed exceptionally well, generating over a billion dollars at the worldwide box office. Theaters were closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic during Thanksgiving 2020, and the 2021-2023 Thanksgiving releases all underperformed.

Movie & Release Year

Worldwide Box Office

Frozen II (2019)

1.453 billion

Encanto (2021)

256.8 million

Strange World (2022)

73.6 million

Wish (2023)

255 million

Strange World and Wish were critical and financial disappointments for Disney, and while Encanto became a cultural phenomenon, this only occurred after it debuted on Disney+, with the film only earning a $96.1 million domestic gross. Between Moana 2's trailer being an immediate success and it being a long-awaited sequel to one of Disney's most popular movies from the past decade, it should easily be the studio's highest-grossing Thanksgiving release since Frozen II.

As for whether Moana 2 can surpass Frozen II's 1.4 billion office success, that is difficult to assess at this point. The trailer performances are in Moana 2's favor, but the box office has generally been down from where it was before 2020. The best asset to Moana 2's box office will be good word of mouth, which helped Pixar's Elemental make a box office comeback and could give Moana and Maui's return to the big screen the edge needed to shatter more Disney records.

Moana is streaming on Disney+. Moana 2 releases in theaters on November 27, 2024.

Source: Deadline

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Moana 2
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Animation
Adventure
Moana embarks on a thrilling new quest to safeguard her island from an emerging ancient threat. With the demigod Maui by her side, along with her trusted companions, she navigates treacherous waters and explores mysterious new lands. Along the way, Moana uncovers hidden truths about her ancestors and deepens her understanding of the ocean's magic.

Director
Dave Derrick Jr.
Release Date
November 27, 2024
Studio(s)
Walt Disney Pictures , Walt Disney Animation Studios
Distributor(s)
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
Runtime
107 Minutes
Franchise(s)
Disney
prequel(s)
Moana
Where To Stream
Disney Plus
‘Moana 2’ Sets a Record as Disney’s Biggest Animated Trailer Launch in History
There’s just no telling how far she’ll go.

On Wednesday, Walt Disney Animation Studios debuted the teaser trailer for the highly anticipated feature film Moana 2—starring Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson as Moana and Maui, respectively—across Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, X, and YouTube.

The first look at the sequel to the 2016 musical adventure set a record for the biggest animated trailer launch in Disney history, receiving 178 million views in 24 hours, surpassing Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 (157 million views in 2023), Disney’s Frozen 2 (116 million views in 2019), and Disney and Pixar’s Incredibles 2 (113 million views in 2017).

“Moana remains an incredibly popular franchise,” Bob Iger, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company, said when the sequel was announced in February. “And we can’t wait to give you more of Moana and Maui when Moana 2 comes to theaters this November.”

As a testament to the enduring love for Moana‘s characters, music, and story, the 2016 film was the most streamed movie across all platforms in 2023, according to Nielsen.

Opening only in theaters on November 27, 2024, Moana 2 reunites Moana and the demigod Maui three years after the events of the first film 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.
The first trailer for Disney's Moana 2 is out, sharing a glimpse of Moana and Maui's new thrilling adventures. The makers announced the sequel in February 2024 as a Disney+ series before being transformed into a feature movie. The titular character is set to move on a journey to distant lands and will face some new dangers in their animated adventure.
Dwayne Johnson revealed the trailer
Dwayne Johnson shared the first trailer on his official X (formerly known as Twitter) account showing Moana’s new ventures into uncharted waters to reconnect her people with their ancestors. The trailer gives a preview of the glowing whale sharks, ancient whales and Maui's return. This season will offer a grand adventure for Moana who will be seen travelling with many people.
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Watch the first trailer here:

Adventure at the sea
The trailer does not reveal much about the plot but gives a peek into all the fun and action packed in the second chapter. It shows Moana setting off for another thrilling sea adventure after discovering the call from her ancestors. The adventure will reveal a new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers.
The visuals display gorgeous water animation including Moana's shot while floating in front of a whale shark.
The trailer concludes when Maui triumphantly arrives on Moana's boat and in a reference to the plot of his previous movie, questions her "Why didn't you bring the pig last time?"
When will Moana 2 be released in India?
Moana 2 will hit theatres in India on November 29. The global release of the animated movie is scheduled for November 27, 2024.
About Moana 2
The animated movie is written and directed by David G. Derrick Jr, starring Auliʻi Cravalho as Moana and Dwayne Johnson as Maui.
Originally, the project was made as a television series before being reproduced as a theatrical sequel. The makers earlier released the official poster for Moana 2 showing Maui's fish hook on the beach with Moana in the background. It is produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
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Disney is also preparing to remake the live-action Moana, directed by Thomas Kail. The movie will feature Dwayne in the lead role and it will release in theatres on July 10, 2026.
What can they say except you're welcome?

Disney debuted the first trailer for "Moana 2," the highly anticipated sequel to the 2016 animated hit on Wednesday. Auli'i Cravalho returns as the voice of Moana, while Dwayne Johnson is again voicing Maui.

The teaser is light on plot but shows Moana setting off for another adventure at sea after discovering a call from her ancestors to "sail to new skies and reconnect our people across the entire ocean." The new footage shows off the sequel's gorgeous water animation, including with a stunning shot of Moana floating in front of a whale shark.

Moana's rooster Heihei and pig Pua are both back in the trailer. But this time, Pua seems to be joining Moana on the journey after fans questioned the decision to have the pet stay behind in the original film despite appearing prominently on the poster. At the end of the teaser, Johnson's Maui triumphantly arrives on Moana's boat — and, in a meta reference to the plot of the first movie, asks, "Why didn't you bring the pig last time?"

Watch 'Moana 2' trailer

Disney confirmed in February that a "Moana" sequel was in the works and set for release later this year, which came as a surprise considering animated sequels are typically announced years in advance. It was originally set to be a Disney+ original streaming series before being reworked into a feature film instead.

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"We were impressed with what we saw, and we knew it deserved a theatrical release," Disney CEO Bob Iger said during a February earnings call.

In the original film, Moana leaves her home, the island of Motunui, to adventure across the sea with help from Maui, a shape-shifting demigod. The movie was a hit for Disney in 2016, grossing $687 million worldwide, according to Box Office Mojo. Per Nielsen, it was also the most-viewed film on any streaming service in 2023, surpassing new releases like "The Super Mario Bros Movie."

Auliʻi Cravalho returns as the voice of Moana in "Moana 2."
For Disney, much is riding on the success of "Moana 2" after several of the company's recent animated films, including "Wish," "Strange World" and "Lightyear," flopped in theaters.

See the official poster for 'Moana 2'
Before the trailer's release, Disney debuted the first official poster for "Moana 2," which shows Maui's fish hook on the beach with Moana in the background.

'Moana 2' plot: What is the sequel about?
In "Moana 2," Moana receives an "unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors" and must "journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced," Disney previously shared.

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The studio also described the film as an "expansive new voyage" that will feature Moana, Maui and a "brand-new crew of unlikely seafarers." It takes place three years after the previous film, Disney says.

Dave Derrick Jr. directs the sequel, taking over for John Musker and Ron Clements.

When will 'Moana 2' be released?
"Moana 2" is set to hit theaters on November 27, just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. The original "Moana" was also released on Thanksgiving weekend.

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Notably, the film shares a release date with "Wicked," setting up a box office face-off between two highly anticipated musicals aimed at families.

Will there still be a live-action 'Moana'?
"Moana 2" isn't to be confused with a separate live-action remake of "Moana," which is also on the way.

The live-action "Moana" was announced in 2023, before it was known that the animated film would receive a sequel. Johnson is returning as Maui in the live-action rendition, although Cravalho will not be playing the title character. No casting for Moana in the remake has been announced.

Dwayne Johnsonreveals 'Moana' live-action remake: 'This story is my culture'

"I'm deeply humbled and overcome with gratitude to bring the beautiful story of Moana to the live-action big screen," Johnson said last year. "This story is my culture, and this story is emblematic of our people’s grace and warrior strength."

On May 25, Johnson shared a video of himself recording the song "You're Welcome" for the "Moana" remake and revealed that production will begin in the fall. The film is scheduled for release in July 2026.

What other Disney animated sequels are in the works?
Earlier this year, Disney CEO Bob Iger told investors that the studio is leaning more into sequels going forward.

In addition to "Moana 2," other Disney animated sequels on the way include "Inside Out 2," "Zootopia 2," "Toy Story 5" and "Frozen III."

"Inside Out 2" hits theaters on June 14, while "Zootopia 2" is scheduled for 2025, and "Toy Story 5" and "Frozen III" will both hit theaters in 2026.
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.

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Pic is 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 Foaʻi, and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina.

In the sequel, 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. Dwyane Johnson reprises the voice of demigod Maui, while Auli’i Cravalho is back as the voice of the title role.

As a testament to the love for Moana’s story and characters, the original film, which came out in 2016, was the most streamed movie across all platforms in 2023, per Nielsen.

Moana 2 hits theaters on Nov. 27.
‘Moana 2’: Disney Reveals New Teaser Trailer
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.

Opening only in theaters Nov. 27, 2024, Walt Disney Animated Studios’ 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 Foaʻi, and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina.
What can we say except thank you, because Walt Disney Animation has officially revealed that Moana 2 is on the way after a shocking announcement.

One of the best projects by Disney in recent years, 2016's Moana was widely praised as a breathtaking animated adventure. Complete with stunning animation, lovable characters, and catchy songs, it's no wonder why the film received two Academy Award nominations. Audiences everywhere instantly fell in love with the Polynesian-inspired world of Moana, with Moana (Auli'i Cravalho) herself seamlessly entering the lexicon of iconic Disney Princesses (even though she's not entirely fond of being called a princess).

Raking in nearly $700 million at the box office, it didn't take long for plans of expansion within the world of Moana to begin. In 2020, Disney announced that a new television series was in development based on Moana, though news on that project has been pretty mild since. In 2023, Dwayne Johnson and Disney surprised everyone by announcing that a live-action reimagining of Moana was in the works, despite the original film not even being a decade old. A live-action version of the beautiful oceanic world of Moana sounds excellent and all, but there were surely some fans out there who would prefer a continuation of the original movie rather than a remake. Thankfully, as if they were wishing upon a star, their wish has come true.

Earlier in February 2024, Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed that the previously announced Moana series was being turned into a feature film with Moana 2. Usually, when Disney announces new animated movies, their development takes several years. For example, we probably won't see the already announced Frozen 3 or Toy Story 5 until late 2025 at the earliest. However, with the announcement of Moana 2, we learned that we'll be reuniting with Moana and her friends and family much sooner than you might think. To learn more about Disney's anticipated sequel and its cast, trailer, release date, and more, here is everything we know so far about Moana 2.

Editor's Note: This piece was updated on May 29, 2024.

Moana 2 Film Teaser Poster
Moana 2
Animation
Adventure
Moana sets out on another daring voyage, venturing into uncharted territories to save her island from a looming ancient danger. Joined by the demigod Maui and her steadfast friends, she braves perilous seas and encounters new allies along the way. Her quest leads to revelations about her ancestors and deeper insights into her bond with the ocean.

Release Date
November 27, 2024
Director
Dave Derrick Jr.
Cast
Auli'i Cravalho , Dwayne Johnson , Alan Tudyk
Main Genre
Animation
Writers
Dave Derrick Jr.
Studio(s)
Walt Disney Pictures , Walt Disney Animation Studios
Distributor(s)
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
prequel(s)
Moana
Franchise(s)
Disney
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Does 'Moana 2' Have a Release Date?
Moana playing the drums in Moana 2 Image via Disney
As we said, you will not have to wait long for the highly anticipated sequel. Moana 2 is currently set to hit screens everywhere by the end of 2024, with an official release date on Wednesday, November 27, right before Thanksgiving. Currently, the feature film adaptation of Wicked is set to release on the same day.

Where Can You Watch 'Moana 2'?
Moana standing next to the sail on a sailboat, looking out at an island during sunset.Image via Disney
While the initially planned series was set to premiere on Disney+, the reworked project of Moana 2 will be releasing exclusively in theaters this holiday season. Once the film's theatrical run concludes, Moana 2 will almost undoubtedly become available to stream on Disney+ (or whatever streaming service takes its place following the upcoming Disney+ and Hulu merge).

Does 'Moana 2' Have a Trailer?

Following the film's surprise announcement, Disney also dropped a brief sixteen-second teaser trailer for Moana 2. All the trailer shows is a beautiful island in front of a gorgeous sunset. The iconic character of Moana steps on the island's sandy beach and blows into a conch shell, all while some beautiful music plays in the background. The teaser ends with a title card, the November release date, and an excited yell that almost undoubtedly belongs to Moana's demigod companion, Maui (Dwayne Johnson).

Disney also released an early still from the film. It shows Moana, Maui, her animal companions Pua and Heihei, and some other characters riding their boat alongside a massive whale shark.

Walt Disney Animation released a second trailer for Moana 2 on May 29, 2024, and while it also still feels very much like a teaser, it does give us a better idea of what to expect from the new movie. It appears that Moana is exactly where we left her, with her still exploring the world's oceans. The new teaser features plenty of notable moments, including the return of the coconut Kakamora pirates and the long-awaited reunion between Moana and Maui. Look closely, and you might catch a glimpse at what appears to be a younger Maui, perhaps implying we'll see what his life was like before becoming a demigod.

The new trailer also included an expanded summary, which goes over some of the film's plot details, cast, and crew members:

We were impressed with what we saw, and we knew it deserved a theatrical release. The original Moana film from 2016 recently crossed 1 billion hours streamed on Disney+ and was the most-streamed movie of 2023 on any platform in the U.S.

Who Stars in 'Moana 2'?

One of the most prominent bright spots of the first Moana was its two lead stars. The first film functioned as the breakout debut of Auli'i Cravalho as the seafaring explorer Moana. Cravalho recently starred in the musical remake of Mean Girls. Cravahlho has been officially confirmed to return to Motunui for Moana 2, even though she previously stated she would not be reprising the role for the announced live-action remake (though she is still producing).

"When I was cast as Moana at 14, it wonderfully changed my life and started my career. In this live-action retelling, I will not be reprising the role. I believe it is absolutely vital the casting accurately represents the characters and stories we want to tell. So, as an executive producer on the film, I cannot wait to help find the next actress to portray Moana’s courageous spirit, undeniable wit and emotional strength. I’m truly honored to pass this baton to the next young woman of Pacific Island descent, to honor our incredible Pacific peoples cultures and communities that help inspire her story. And I look forward to all the beautiful Pacific representations to come. Mahalo."

It's also impossible to forget WWE superstar and prominent member of the Fast and the Furious franchise Dwayne Johnson as the cocky demigod Maui, which showed the world that Johnson's musical chops aren't half bad. Dwaayne Johnson is also confirmed to not just be returning for Moana 2, but he'll also be reprising the part of Maui for the announced live-aciton remake.

Johnson touched on reprising his role as Maui:

Playing the character of Maui has been one of the most life-changing experiences - one of the most life-changing roles … It’s part of my culture.

Johnson further expanded on the cultural importance of bringing a character like Maui to life in the following statement:

"So much fun becoming MAUI again - a character that changed my life in many ways - including the character of MAUI being inspired by my late grandfather, High Chief Peter Maivia. The Polynesian cultural significance of the role and our story has touched families around the world and has easily become one of my truest honors to bring to life and share. Excited for you and your families around the world to join us on this journey."

The rest of Moana 2's cast is bound to include both returning voices and all new ones. Potential candidates to return for the sequel include Thor: Ragnarok star Rachel House as Moana's spiritual grandmother, Tala, Star Wars franchise star Temuera Morrison as Moana's father Chief Tui, singer-songwriter Nicole Scherzinger as Moana's mother Sina, and What We Do in the Shadows star and co-creator Jemaine Clement as the villainous greedy crab Tamatoa. Moana's animal companions, Pua and Heihei, and it's all but assured that prolific character actor and Firefly star Alan Tudyk will voice the latter chicken. It's become a Disney animation tradition for Tudyk to appear in some capacity in every Walt Disney Animation project since he starred as King Candy in Wreck-It Ralph.

What Is 'Moana 2' About?
Moana stands among her people in Moana 2 Image via Disney
The official plot synopsis for Moana 2 reads as follows:

"Walt Disney Animation Studios’ epic animated musical 'Moana 2' takes audiences on an expansive new voyage with Moana, Maui and a brand-new 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."

Bob Iger also later confirmed suspicions that the previously announced Moana show really had been turned into Moana 2. According to the Disney CEO, the decision was made because he and the Disney team were just so impressed by what the show had put together thus far that they felt it was worthy of a theatrical release:

"We were impressed with what we saw, and we knew it deserved a theatrical release. The original Moana film from 2016 recently crossed 1 billion hours streamed on Disney+ and was the most-streamed movie of 2023 on any platform in the U.S."

Who Is Making 'Moana 2'?
Moana playing the drums in Moana 2 Image via Disney
Moana 2 will be the directorial debut of David G. Derrick Jr. The sequel to a wildly successful and beloved film like Moana being one's directorial debut is certainly a high-pressure task. That pressure is also increased by Derrick Jr. filling the shoes of Disney legends Ron Clements and John Musker, who co-directed the first film. Prior to working on Moana 2, Derrick Jr. was a story artist for the original Moana and was also in the art department for other hit animated projects like How to Train Your Dragon, Megamind, Encanto, and more. Executive producing, as always, is Walt Disney Animation Studios CCO Jennifer Lee.

Many likely remember that the songs for the original Moana were created by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who was still riding the wave, so to speak, of the astronomic success of Hamilton. Miranda reportedly is not returning to make new songs for Moana 2. Instead, the film has amassed a quartet of Grammy-nominated artists to bring the musical world of Moana 2 to life. This list includes Abigail Barlow, Emily Bear, Opetaia Foa'i, and original Moana composer Mark Mancina.

What Is the 'Moana' Story So Far?
Moana (Auli'i Cravalho) and Maui (Dwayne Johnson) stand on a beach in Moana (2016)Image via Disney
The original Moana film began with the beautiful oceanic world of Moana slowly crumbling into chaos, all because the shapeshifting demigod Maui stole an ancient artifact known as the Heart of Te Fiti. This is all unknown to Moana's peaceful and remote island, as her village has chosen to stay away from the outside world. Though Moana is being prepared to become the new leader of her village, she discovers that she has a unique bond with the sentient ocean, learns that her ancestors were voyagers and explorers, and sees that something is wrong with their peaceful island. After her supportive grandmother dies, Moana ventures into the ocean, tries to find Maui, and restore the Heart of Te Fiti.

Moana eventually finds Maui but sees that he is not the infallible demigod that he is supposed to be. He comes across as vain, selfish, and deathly afraid of what the Heart of Te Fiti attracts. Regardless, Maui reluctantly agrees to help Moana, and the two's journey sees them encounter sentient coconut pirates, a giant greed-obsessed crab, and more. Eventually, they come face to face with the fierce volcanic witch Te Kā, who appears to be the source of the dwindling oceanic resources. However, Moana soon learns that Te Kā is a corrupted version of the nature god Te Fiti. Once she restores the Heart to her, Te Fiti is restored, and the world is saved, leaving Moana to continue her passion for charting its oceans.

Is the Original 'Moana' Streaming Online?
Maui meets MoanaImage via Walt Disney
Want to fully catch up on the story of Maui and Moana before the sequel? Thankfully, the original Moana is currently available to stream online. As you might expect, the only place to stream the beloved modern classic is on Disney+. The streaming giant has and continues to be your one-stop shop for all of your Disney-related content, be that animated films like Moana or other iconic franchises like Star Wars, Marvel, and more. Despite Moana 2's development, the live-action remake is also reportedly still on the way for a theatrical release.