A First Look at Disney's Live-Action 'Moana' in New Teaser Trailer
- Film Focus Team
- Nov 17
- 1 min read
Disney launches the first trailer for the highly anticipated live-action Moana starring Catherine Laga'aia and Dwayne Johnson, who reprises his roles as demigod Maui — Sailing into cinemas July 10, 2026.
November 17, 2025
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Film Overview
Release date: July 10, 2026
Director: Thomas Kail
Cast: Catherine Lagaʻaia, Dwayne Johnson, John Tui, Frankie Adams, Rena Owen
Genre: Musical Adventure
Distributor or studio: Disney
What We Know So Far
In Disney’s live-action adaptation of the beloved Oscar®-nominated animated adventure, Moana (Catherine Lagaʻaia) answers the Ocean’s call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people. The film is directed by Emmy® and Tony Award® winner Thomas Kail (Hamilton).
The trailer provides a first look at the reimagined live-action adventure, introducing audiences to the majestic island and vibrant people of Motunui; the shapeshifting demigod Maui; the intimidating yet adorable tribe of Kakamora; and Lagaʻaia as wayfinder Moana, who sings the powerful line “I Am Moana.”
Audiences can experience the brilliant cinematic sights, sounds and songs of “Moana” in UK cinemas on July 10, 2026.
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