Disney Announces ‘Moana 2’ Set to Release in 2024
Disney said “You’re Welcome” to Moana fans today with an exciting surprise announcement during today’s first quarter earnings call.


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Back in September, Disney teased an upcoming Moana series for Disney+. Today, Disney CEO Bob Iger announced that the would-be series has morphed into a brand-new, theatrical release. “We’re turning what was a Moana TV series into a Moana feature – a theatrical release,” Iger said of the upcoming sequel.


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Originally released in 2016, Moana debuted on Disney+ in 2019 and has since dominated the streaming movie charts. In 2023, the film was the No. 1 movie on any streaming service and generated a staggering 11.6 billion viewing minutes. In the four years since its debut on Disney+, Moana has accumulated over 80 billion viewing minutes, according to Nielsen.


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Clearly, Moana continues to resonate with viewers and Disney is ready to capitalize on the film’s ongoing popularity.
What Can We Expect from ‘Moana 2’?
There’s A LOT we don’t still don’t know about the upcoming sequel, but we can expect the return of our favorite Moana characters including Maui, Hei Hei, and Pua, who are all featured in concept art for the film.
NEW: Here’s a first look at Moana 2, coming to theaters in November. pic.twitter.com/eAUYAvOkqK
— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) February 7, 2024
Disney says the new film will follow Moana on a new voyage after receiving “an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors.” As a result, Moana “must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.”
While Auli’i Cravalho will not reprise her role in the 2025 live-action version of Moana, we’re hoping she lends her incredible voice to the animated character in the 2024 sequel.
When Will ‘Moana 2’ be Released in Theaters?
Get excited, because ‘Moana 2’ is officially coming to theaters – and unexpectedly soon!
Teaser trailer! pic.twitter.com/2Zp2ZuTLi7
— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) February 7, 2024
Set your calendars, because ‘Moana 2’ will hit theaters in November 2024!
Stay tuned to MickeyBlog for all things ‘Moana 2’!
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