Disney Announces Cast for 'Moana' Live-Action Remake
Catherine Laga'aia to star as Moana alongside Dwayne Johnson's Maui, with production starting this summer.
- The live-action 'Moana' film will premiere on July 10, 2026.
- Catherine Laga'aia, a 17-year-old Australian actress of Samoan heritage, will play the titular role.
- Dwayne Johnson will reprise his role as demigod Maui and also serve as a producer.
- The film will celebrate the islands, communities, and traditions of Pacific Islanders.
- Thomas Kail, known for 'Hamilton,' will direct the movie.
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