Overview

• Chief of War’s first two episodes debuted August 1 to an 89% Tomatometer score and captured the top spot on Apple TV+ streaming charts.
• Critics hailed Momoa’s portrayal of chief Kaʻiana as his strongest dramatic work, noting the series’ elaborate traditional costumes and visceral battle sequences.
• Reviewers praised the incorporation of Ōlelo Hawai‘i dialogue and Kapu Ku‘ialua martial arts training for authenticity while observing occasional narrative unevenness.
• In exclusive interviews, Momoa described his goal of correcting Hawaii’s “postcard” stereotype by embedding indigenous perspectives at every production level.
• Momoa’s expanded creative roles include co-creator, co-writer and director of the finale episode under the guidance of cultural advisers.