Moana: Disney drops new trailer for live-action remake with The Rock

Disney has released a new trailer for its live-action 'Moana' remake. Catherine Laga`aia stars as Moana, with Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui. The film, directed by Thomas Kail, is scheduled for a theatrical release on July 10, 2026.

Disney recently released the new trailer of the live-action remake of 'Moana'. The film features newcomer Catherine Laga`aia in the role of Moana, the wayfinder, alongside Dwayne Johnson, who returns as the mischievous demigod Maui from the animated original.

Sharing the new trailer, Dwayne wrote on Instagram, "The ocean chose her for a reason Experience @Disney's MOANA only in theaters JULY 10." View this post on Instagram Fans of the original movie will recognise the scenes shown in the trailer, from Moana's interactions with Maui to the crab who's obsessed with shiny objects to the lava and fire creature Te Ka, along with some familiar songs, including "I Am Moana (Song of the Ancestors)," as per The Hollywood Reporter.

Behind the Live-Action Film

The live-action version is directed by Thomas Kail (Hamilton), with Johnson, Dany Garcia, Beau Flynn, Hiram Garcia and Lin-Manuel Miranda as producers.

A Look Back at the Animated Original

The first animated film 'Moana' was directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, with a script from Jared Bush and featuring music by Mark Mancina, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Opetaia Foa`i.

The 2016 animated film achieved both critical acclaim and commercial success, reportedly earning USD 643 million worldwide at the box office (unadjusted for inflation). It received an Academy Award nomination for Best Animated Feature, while Miranda was also nominated for Best Original Song for "How Far I'll Go."

Release Date

The live-action version of Moana is scheduled to be released in theatres on July 10, 2026. (ANI)

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