Disney Gives Fans a First Look at an Older Moana from ‘Moana 2’
During today’s Walt Disney Company annual meeting, Disney CEO Bob Iger gave fans a first look at the upcoming Moana 2.
The surprise sequel to Disney’s Moana was announced earlier this year and is set to hit theaters on November 27.
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During his presentation to shareholders today, Iger shared a first look at an older Moana, once again finding adventure on the open seas.
What We Know About ‘Moana 2’
Moana 2 will be directed by Dave Derrick Jr., while the film’s music will be written by Abigail Barlow, Emily Bear, Opetaia Foa’o, and Mark Mancie. Lin Manuel-Miranda, who wrote the songs for the first film, will not be returning.
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Both Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson are set to reprise their roles as Moana and Maui, respectively. While Johnson was involved in Disney’s announcement that Moana 2 was in development, Cravalho’s involvement was not a sure thing. She had previously announced she would not play Moana in live-action.
“I’m truly honored to pass this baton to the next young woman of Pacific Island descent. To honor our incredible Pacific people’s cultures and communities that help inspire her story. And I look forward to all the beautiful Pacific representations to come. Mahalo,” Cravalho said.
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Luckily, late last month, the actress announced that she would be returning to voice Moana in the upcoming sequel.
‘Moana’ Continues to Be Immensely Popular
Interestingly, the film began development as a Disney+ series. According to Bob Iger, the studio was so blown away by the series that they decided to turn it into a theatrical sequel.
As Moana continues to dominate the streaming charts, the 2016 film has shown a lasting power that few animated films have. Luckily, fans will not have to wait much longer for Moana 2 to arrive.
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Moana 2 will hit theaters on November 27th, 2024.
