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Moana 2
The trailer broke Disney records with 178 million views in 24 hours, surpassing
Inside out 2
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Frozen 2
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Moana 2
featuring beloved characters like Moana, Maui and Pua. - The long-awaited sequel will hit theaters on November 27, 2024, with a live-action adaptation coming in 2025.
Disney is sailing toward happier times this winter if the looks from its latest movie trailer are any indication. The trailer of Moana 2, which came out on Wednesday, has officially become the studio's most-viewed trailer for an animated film, racking up a staggering 178 million views in just 24 hours. This impressive number surpasses previous records, with Inside out 2 with 157 million views and Frozen 2 with 116 million views. Even Pixar's Incredibles 2that previously set the internet on fire, only got 113 million views.
The reaction to the Moana 2 The trailer has been overwhelmingly positive, with fans expressing their excitement for the animation, beloved characters, and the continuation of Moana's journey. Featured characters such as Moana, Maui and Pua have been particularly popular with audiences, with many declaring Moana as one of his favorite Disney characters of all time. The love for Moana's story and characters is evident, as the original film, released in 2016, was the most streamed film across all platforms in 2023, according to Nielsen. That enduring popularity set the stage for the highly anticipated sequel, which hits theaters on November 27, 2024.
The original Moana was a great critic and commercial, directed by Ron Clements and John Musker with music by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Foa'ii Marc Mancina. It charmed audiences around the world with its stunning animation, catchy songs and unforgettable voice performances. The film's story, rich cultural representation and incredible visual effects earned it high praise from critics and audiences, while garnering two Oscar nominations, including Best Animated Feature and best original song for “How Far I'll Go”.
What other “Moana” projects are on the horizon?
Moana 2directed by Dave Derrick Jr., known for his work in Raya and the last dragon i mega mind promises to take audiences far beyond the shores of Motonui. The film will continue to explore Moana's adventurous spirit, with returning voices Auli'i Cravalho like Moana and Dwayne Johnson like Maui, ready to bring more of their heartwarming adventures to the screen.
And if you can't get enough of Moana, mark your calendars for June 27, 2025. That's when the live-action adaptation of the original Moana browse theaters Johnson will reprise his role as Maui, bringing his charismatic presence to the live-action format, and while Cravalho may not reprise her role as Moana in the live-action version, she will be on board as an executive producer, ensuring that the film stays true to its roots.
Moana 2 hits theaters November 27. You can watch the original on Disney+.
Moana 2
Moana embarks on another daring journey, venturing into uncharted territories to save her island from a looming ancient danger. Accompanied by the demigod Maui and his steadfast friends, she braves dangerous seas and meets new allies along the way. His search leads to revelations about his ancestors and a deeper insight into his bond with the ocean.
- Publication date
- November 27, 2024
- director
- Dave Derrick Jr.
- writers
- Dave Derrick Jr.
Watch on Disney+
