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Dwayne Johnson Returns as Maui in New Live-Action 'Moana' Trailer

Disney has unveiled the new trailer for the upcoming live-action remake of "Moana." The film stars newcomer Catherine Laga`aia as the titular wayfinder and features Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as the demigod Maui. The trailer showcases familiar scenes, characters, and songs from the beloved 2016 animated original. The movie is directed by Thomas Kail and is scheduled for a theatrical release on July 10, 2026.

Key Points: Live-Action Moana Trailer: Dwayne Johnson Returns as Maui

  • New trailer released
  • Dwayne Johnson returns as Maui
  • Catherine Laga`aia debuts as Moana
  • Features familiar songs and scenes
  • Directed by Thomas Kail
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New trailer of Dwayne Johnson's live-action remake of 'Moana' out now

Disney releases new trailer for live-action 'Moana' starring Dwayne Johnson and newcomer Catherine Laga`aia. In theaters July 10, 2026.

New trailer of Dwayne Johnson's live-action remake of 'Moana' out now
"The ocean chose her for a reason - Dwayne Johnson"

Los Angeles, March 24

Disney recently released the new trailer of the live-action remake of 'Moana'.

The film features newcomer Catherine Laga`aia in the role of Moana, the wayfinder, alongside Dwayne Johnson, who returns as the mischievous demigod Maui from the animated original.

Sharing the new trailer, Dwayne wrote on Instagram, "The ocean chose her for a reason Experience @Disney's MOANA only in theaters JULY 10."

Fans of the original movie will recognise the scenes shown in the trailer, from Moana's interactions with Maui to the crab who's obsessed with shiny objects to the lava and fire creature Te Ka, along with some familiar songs, including "I Am Moana (Song of the Ancestors)," as per The Hollywood Reporter.

The live-action version is directed by Thomas Kail (Hamilton), with Johnson, Dany Garcia, Beau Flynn, Hiram Garcia and Lin-Manuel Miranda as producers.

The first animated film 'Moana' was directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, with a script from Jared Bush and featuring music by Mark Mancina, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Opetaia Foa`i.

The 2016 animated film achieved both critical acclaim and commercial success, reportedly earning USD 643 million worldwide at the box office (unadjusted for inflation). It received an Academy Award nomination for Best Animated Feature, while Miranda was also nominated for Best Original Song for "How Far I'll Go."

The live-action version of Moana is scheduled to be released in theatres on July 10, 2026.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Dwayne Johnson as Maui again is perfect casting! But honestly, I'm a bit tired of all these live-action remakes. Why not create new stories inspired by different cultures? The original was brilliant. Let's hope this one adds something new.
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Ananya R
The trailer looks stunning! The visuals of the ocean are breathtaking. As an Indian, I love how Moana's story is about duty to family and finding your own path – it feels very relatable. Hope they keep the soul of the original intact.
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David E
Interesting to see a newcomer as Moana. Hope she brings the same spirit as Auli'i Cravalho. The Rock is always entertaining. The 2016 film was a masterpiece, so the bar is set very high. Fingers crossed!
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Vikram M
Lin-Manuel Miranda is back on music! That's the best news. "How Far I'll Go" is an anthem. If the new songs are half as good, it will be a hit. My kids have watched the original a hundred times. Now we'll have to watch this one too! 😄
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Siddharth J
Respectfully, I wish Disney would invest this much in original stories from Asia, like an epic based on the Ramayana or Mahabharata with this kind of budget. Moana is great, but our mythology has incredible stories waiting to be told to the world.

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