Live-Action Moana Hits Disney+ on October 21, 2026
Disney's live-action Moana remake, starring Catherine Laga'aia and Dwayne Johnson, begins streaming on Disney+ on October 21, 2026.
The live-action remake of Moana will begin streaming on Disney+ on October 21, 2026, the studio has announced.
Catherine Laga'aia makes her film debut as Moana, with Dwayne Johnson returning as Maui. Thomas Kail directs from a screenplay by Jared Bush and Dana Ledooux Miller.
The film features music by Mark Mancina and Lin-Manuel Miranda. The cast also includes Rena Owen as Gramma Tala, John Tui as Chief Tui, Frankie Adams as Sina and Jemaine Clement as Tamatoa.
Variety reported the streaming date. In October 2025, Variety film critic Owen Gleiberman reviewed the live-action Moana, calling it the best of the Disney live-action remakes he has seen.
Quick answers
When does the live-action Moana come to Disney+?
The live-action Moana begins streaming on Disney+ on October 21, 2026.
Who stars in the live-action Moana?
Catherine Laga'aia plays Moana in her film debut, and Dwayne Johnson returns as Maui.
Who directed the live-action Moana?
Thomas Kail directed the film, with a screenplay by Jared Bush and Dana Ledooux Miller.