Moana Live-Action Hits Theaters This Week!

The live-action adaptation of Disney's 2016 animated hit, Moana, is now available for audiences to experience in theaters. Released on July 10, 2024, the film offers a new take on the beloved story, featuring familiar songs and characters. While Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson reprises his role as Maui, the rest of the cast has been updated, presenting a more realistic visual appeal compared to animation.

For those eager to watch Moana at home, a streaming release is anticipated on Disney+. Drawing parallels with previous live-action remakes like Snow White, which moved from theaters to PVOD and then to Disney+ over several months, Moana is projected to arrive on the streaming platform by mid-October 2026. This timeline suggests a three-month window post-theatrical release.

Fans can further immerse themselves in the Moana universe by re-watching the original 2016 film, its sing-along version, or the recent Moana 2, all available on Disney+. The platform also hosts behind-the-scenes specials, deleted scenes from the original movie, and other recommended Disney and Pixar titles such as Howard, Encanto and Lion King concerts from the Hollywood Bowl, Elio, and Hoppers.