Moana 2 formally kicks off with Moana (Auli’i Cravalho) and Maui (Dwayne Johnson) returning within the first trailer for the extremely anticipated sequel. They’re joined by Heihei (Alan Tudyk), pet pig Pua and a crew of seafarers as they embark on a brand new journey past the reef.
This sequel follows the 2016 authentic, which grossed $687 million worldwide. Along with this animated movie, a live-action Moana remake starring Johnson can be being developed at Disney.
Moana receives a name from her touring ancestors, prompting her to journey to the uncharted waters of Oceania. The trailer reveals that Moana, now an achieved chef and Wayfinder, will embark on a brand new quest to reconnect her folks throughout the ocean.
Recurring voice forged consists of Cravalho and Johnson, with Cravalho expressing her pleasure about reprising her function. She highlighted how the character of Moana modified her life and continues to resonate with audiences, particularly younger girls.
Director Dave Derrick Jr., who labored on the unique Moana and different Disney initiatives like Raya and the Final Dragon and Encanto, makes his directorial debut with this sequel.
Derrick stated engaged on Moana has deepened his connection to his Samoan heritage, and he feels honored to proceed celebrating Polynesian tradition. Jason Hand, recognized for his work on Massive Hero 6 and Zootopia, co-directs the movie.
Producers Yvett Merino and Christina Chen carry their experience from initiatives corresponding to Encanto and Us Once more.
Initially deliberate as a Disney+ sequence, Moana 2 was reworked right into a feature-length movie because of the challenge’s robust potential. Moana 2 shall be launched on November 27 and is the 63rd animated movie within the Walt Disney Animation Studios line-up.
