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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 chosen by the ocean to find a demigod named Maui (Johnson) and return a mystical relic to its rightful owner.
Moana Featuring great characters, an emotional story, stunning animation, and catchy musical numbers, with Lin-Manuel Miranda writing some of the songs. Taika Waititi also wrote an early version of the script, although 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. The film was instantly loved by the audience, it felt like Moana 2 was a given, but it took until 2024 to be formally announced.
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Disney unveiled another full trailer for Moana 2
Continuing to tease the sequel’s Thanksgiving release, the latest news sees Disney release another trailer for Moana 2. The long Teaser Opens with Moana returning home after a three-day sea voyage to reunite with her younger sister, Simea. The young hero reveals that she’s discovered evidence of a cursed island that she believes is the key to reuniting her people. Assembling her human crew, as well as Maui, Moana sets out on an epic adventure across the ocean.
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 Premieres on November 27, 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 are not expected until 2026. moana 2, on the other hand, is probably almost done since the release date is coming so soon.
Moana 2 cast
The Rock and Auli’i Cravalho return in the sequel
The voice cast of the sequel will be familiar with the confirmation that Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson is back on board to play the mischievous but ultimately lovable demi-god Maui. moreover, Auli’i Cravalho has returned to voice the adventurous young MoanaAnd 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, Toy, while Nicole Scherzinger is back as her mother, Cina. Alan Tudyk will once again provide the voice of Moana’s lovable chicken friend, Heihei.
The confirmed cast of Moana 2 including:
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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 Tuddick |
Heihei |
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Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda |
Simea |
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Moana 2 Story
Another Seafaring Journey
Although the full details will not be revealed for some time, Disney has offered 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 wayThe impetus for the journey is 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 Which 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 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 2And it’s 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, along with her friend Maui, across the sea to solve 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 cross the ocean again to reunite her people, and she will need Maui’s help to accomplish her mission. However, when they learn that their enemy can control the weather, Maui is less-than-thrilled to be invited along.
Continuing with more trailers leading up to the release of the movie, Disney revealed another full Trailer for Moana 2 in October 2024. Opening with a snippet of new music, the trailer follows Moana as she returns home to discover she’s discovered evidence of a cursed island. Believing that it will reunite her people, Moana sets out on a journey across the ocean and is met by resistance from an evil god who put the curse in place to begin with.