DISNEY REVEALS FIRST TRAILER AND POSTER FOR LIVE-ACTION “MOANA,” STARRING CATHERINE LAGAʻAIA AND FEATURING THE RETURN OF DWAYNE JOHNSON AS MAUI
The highly anticipated live-action adaptation of “Moana” sets sail into cinemas July 9, 2026.
Disney has today unveiled the eagerly awaited first trailer and poster for its live-action “Moana.” The film stars Catherine Lagaʻaia in the titular role and sees Dwayne Johnson reprise his iconic role as the mischievous demigod Maui.
The trailer offers an initial glimpse into the reimagined adventure, introducing audiences to the breathtaking island of Motunui and its vibrant community. It showcases the shapeshifting Maui, the formidable yet charming Kakamora, and Lagaʻaia as the brave wayfinder Moana, delivering the powerful anthem, “I Am Moana.”
Joining Lagaʻaia and Johnson, the “Moana” cast includes John Tui (from Auckland, New Zealand) as Moana’s steadfast father, Chief Tui; Samoan-New Zealander Frankie Adams as Moana’s spirited and resolute mother, Sina; and Rena Owen (from Bay of Islands, New Zealand) as the revered Gramma Tala.
In Disney’s live-action adaptation of the beloved Oscar®-nominated animated film, Moana (Catherine Lagaʻaia) answers the Ocean’s call, venturing beyond her island’s reef for the first time. Alongside the legendary demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson), she embarks on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people. The film is helmed by Emmy® and Tony Award® winner Thomas Kail (“Hamilton”). Produced by Dwayne Johnson, Dany Garcia, Beau Flynn, Hiram Garcia, and Lin-Manuel Miranda, it is executive produced by Thomas Kail, Scott Sheldon, Charles Newirth, and Auliʻi Cravalho, who famously voiced Moana in the original animated features “Moana” and “Moana 2.” Audiences in Australia and New Zealand can immerse themselves in the dazzling cinematic sights, sounds, and songs of “Moana” starting July 9, 2026.
