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Moana is an American media franchise created by Ron Clements and John Musker and produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. It follows the adventures of Moana, a Polynesian princess and the daughter of the chief of Motunui, who sets sail across the ocean to restore the heart of Te Fiti and save her island from a curse. Along the way, she meets the demigod Maui, who becomes her ally and friend. The franchise consists of three feature films, a short film, several video games, and two theme park attractions.

Film series[]

Moana (2016)[]

Main article: Moana

The first film, Moana, was released on November 23, 2016 to critical acclaim and commercial success. It features the voice talents of Auli'i Cravalho as Moana and Dwayne Johnson as Maui, as well as Rachel House, Temuera Morrison, Jemaine Clement, Nicole Scherzinger, and Alan Tudyk. The film was nominated for two Academy Awards, for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song, and won the Annie Award for Best Animated Feature. It also became the sixth highest-grossing animated film of all time, with a worldwide gross of over $690 million.

Moana 2 (2024)[]

Main article: Moana 2

The second film, Moana 2, is scheduled to be released on November 27, 2024. It will continue the story of Moana and Maui, who embark on a new quest to explore the uncharted regions of Oceania and encounter new cultures and creatures. The film will be directed by Dave Derrick Jr., with music by Abigail Barlow, Emily Bear, Opetaia Foa'i, and Mark Mancina.

Moana (2026)[]

Main article: Moana (2026 film)

On April 3, 2023, Disney CEO Bob Iger and Dwayne Johnson shared the news during Disney's annual shareholder's meeting Monday, that a live-action remake of the 2016 animated film, Moana, would be in development. Dwayne Johnson is set to act as producer for the film, via his production company, Seven Bucks Productions. His co-star in the 2016 animated film, Auli'i Cravalho, who voiced the titular character, will executive produce with Scott Sheldon of Flynn Picture Co.. On May 31, 2023, Thomas Kail was announced to be the film's director.

Short film[]

Gone Fishing (2017)[]

Main article: Gone Fishing

The short film, Gone Fishing, was released in 2017 as a bonus feature on the Blu-ray release of Moana. It shows Maui trying to catch a fish with his magical fishhook, while Moana tries to stop him from harming a baby turtle. The short film was directed and written by Chris Williams.

Other media[]

The franchise includes several video games, such as Moana: Island Life, a simulation game released in 2016 for mobile devices; Disney Infinity: 3.0 Edition, a toys-to-life game released in 2016 for various platforms; Disney Crossy Road, an endless runner game released in 2016 for mobile devices; Disney Emoji Blitz, a match-three game released in 2016 for mobile devices; Disney Magic Kingdoms, a simulation game released in 2016 for mobile devices; and Disney Heroes: Battle Mode, a role-playing game released in 2018 for mobile devices. It also has two theme park attractions, one located at Hong Kong Disneyland in Hong Kong, China, and the other at Epcot in Orlando, Florida.


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Media
Moana (soundtrack/video) • Moana 2 (soundtrack) • Moana (2026)Gone FishingChibi Tiny Tales

Video games: Moana: Island LifeMoana: Rhythm RunDisney Emoji BlitzDisney Heroes: Battle ModeDisney Magic KingdomsDisney Sorcerer's ArenaDisney Dreamlight Valley
Books: The Art of Moana/2Disney Princess Beginnings

Disney Parks
Art of Disney AnimationCastle of Magical DreamsEsperanza Character CarouselIt's a Small WorldJourney of Water, Inspired by Moana

Entertainment: Believe! Sea of Dreams"A Whole New World" A Magical Disney SongbookBelieve! Sea of DreamsFantasmic!Follow Your DreamsMickey’s Storybook AdventureMoana: A Homecoming CelebrationRivers of Light: We Are OneThe Adventure of RhythmThe Tale of MoanaWhen You Wish
Parades: A Million Splashes of ColourDisney Adventure Friends CavalcadeDisney Harmony in Color! ParadeMagic HappensMain Street Electrical ParadeMickey & Friends Street Celebration
Fireworks: Disney EnchantmentHappily Ever AfterHarmoniousMomentousWonderful World of AnimationWorld of Color: OneIlluminate! A Nighttime CelebrationWondrous Journeys
Spring: Disney Pirate or Princess: Make Your Choice
Summer: Adventure is Out There!Summer Blast

Characters
Moana: MoanaMauiGramma TalaChief TuiSinaHeiheiPuaMini MauiTamatoaKakamoraTe Fiti/Te KāOceanEight-Eyed BatsMatai VasaMotunui Villagers

Moana 2: SimeaLotoKeleMoniKotuMatangiTautai VasaNalo
Deleted characters: Moana's Brothers

Locations
MotunuiMaui's IslandLalotaiTamatoa's LairTe Fiti
Songs
Moana: Tulou TagaloaAn Innocent WarriorWhere You AreHow Far I'll GoWe Know the WayYou're WelcomeShinyLogo Te PateI Am Moana (Song of the Ancestors)Know Who You Are

Moana 2: We're BackBeyondWhat Could Be Better Than This?Get LostCan I Get a Chee Hoo?Mana Vavau
Deleted songs: UnstoppableMoreWarrior Face

Objects
Maui's Fish HookHeart of Te FitiMoana's NecklaceMoana's Boat
See Also
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