In theaters in November 2016, Vaiana, The Legend of the End of the World was a huge success, grossing $643 million worldwide and 5.6 million in French theaters.
Directed by John Musker and Ron Clements – the fathers of The Little Mermaid and Aladdin – the Disney film takes us to the Pacific Ocean alongside the cheeky and brave Moana. Against the advice of her father, the village chief, she embarks on a daring journey to fulfill her ancestors’ unfinished quest and save her people. While crossing the vast ocean, Moana meets Maui, a demigod. Together, they will complete an epic journey full of action, encounters and trials… Ending the unfinished search for her ancestors, Moana will find the one thing she’s always been looking for: herself.
Last February, Disney Studios created a surprise and announced a sequel to the animated film. In fact, it’s an evolution of the Disney+ series project that has finally been turned into a feature film for cinema.
What will Moana 2 be about?
Directed by David G. Derrick Jr., this is his directorial debut. Moana 2 takes viewers on a unique journey in the company of Moana, Maui and an incredible new crew of sailors.
After receiving an unexpected call from her ancestors, a young woman embarks on a journey that will take her to the dangerous waters of Oceania’s oceans to experience an adventure like never before.
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Who will be in the voice casting?
Actress Auli’i Cravalho – who already voiced the heroine in 2016 – returns to work as well as Dwayne Johnson, who voices the demigod Maui. The latter recently shared photos of the animated film’s dub, accompanied by the following message: “Bring Maui to life for Waianae 2! I had a lot of fun being Maui again – a character that changed a lot of my life – not least because the character was inspired by my late grandfather, Grandfather Peter Maivy.
The Polynesian cultural significance of this role and our history has touched families around the world and has been one of the greatest honors I have had to live and share.
New characters, new journey, new music. I look forward to families from all over the world joining us on this journey. You will feel mana.”
From the French side, no official announcement has been made yet, but it is highly likely that Cerise Calixte and Anthony Kavanagh will once again be heard in Waianae and Maui.
A live remake has been announced
Auli Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson will also star in the live-action adaptation of the 2016 animated film, which The Rock himself announced will be in April 2023, a remake of Moana, the legend of the end of the world in real life. Views are dated July 8, 2026 in our theaters.
In his announcement video, the actor said:I am deeply moved to bring the beautiful story of Moana to a live-action movie. This story is my culture and this story symbolizes the grace and warrior strength of our people.
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I proudly wear this culture on my skin and in my soul. And this unique opportunity to reunite with Maui inspired by the mana and spirit of my late grandfather means a lot to me. “
Wayana 2 music
It was nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Song in 2016.blue light“(“How far will I go?” in VO) is written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who wrote several tracks for the original soundtrack. However, the latter will not be returning for the sequel.
-‘s soundtrack Moana 2 It will be written by Abigail Barlow & Emily Bear and Mark Mancina and Opetaia Foa’i, the founder and leader of the group Te Vaka, who are already working on the first opus.
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In 2022, Abigail Barlow and Emily Beare won the Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album for ““The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical”Based on the hit Netflix series. Emily Berry was also the pianist on Beyoncé’s Renaissance World Tour.
When is Moana 2 coming out?
The feature film, which takes us to the sunny islands of the Pacific Ocean, is announced in our cinemas on November 27, 2024.
It won’t be the only Disney Christmas since Mufasa: The Lion King, Jon Favreau’s 2019 prequel to The Lion King, opens on December 18. Directed by Barry Jenkins, the feature film revisits the story of Simba’s father.
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