Jason Momoa's 'Chief of War' Set to Premiere August 1 on Apple TV+
Apple TV+ releases first look at the historical drama co-created by Momoa, exploring Hawaiian unification and colonization in the 18th century.
- The nine-episode series will debut on August 1, 2025, with a two-episode premiere, followed by weekly releases through September 19.
- Jason Momoa stars as Kaʻiana, a Native Hawaiian warrior striving to unify the islands before Western colonization.
- The series features a predominantly Polynesian cast, including Luciane Buchanan, Temuera Morrison, and Cliff Curtis.
- Momoa co-created, wrote, and executive produced the series, marking his first time writing for television, and directed the season finale.
- The show reflects Momoa's Hawaiian heritage and aims to authentically portray the unification and colonization of Hawai'i from an indigenous perspective.