Both Moana Films Land in Disney+ US Top 10 Before Live-Action Debut
The original Moana sits at No. 5 and Moana 2 at No. 9 on Disney+'s US Top 10, a day before the live-action remake arrives on the service.
Both animated Moana films were among the 10 most-watched titles on Disney+ in the United States on October 20, 2026, the day before the live-action Moana remake premieres on the service. The original Moana ranked No. 5 on that chart, while Moana 2 placed No. 9, according to screenrant.com.
The two films are the only non-Halloween franchise titles in that Disney+ US Top 10, which is otherwise made up of Halloween-themed entries.
The live-action Moana is scheduled to arrive on Disney+ on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Franchise history
Moana was released in 2016 and follows its lead character as she travels across the ocean to restore the relic of the goddess Te Fiti and save her island home. Moana 2 followed in 2024.
The live-action remake of Moana was released in theaters earlier in 2026. Between the two animated films, the series has earned $1.7 billion worldwide; including the live-action remake, the franchise has made $2.01 billion in theaters.
Quick answers
When does the live-action Moana come to Disney+?
The live-action Moana remake is scheduled to arrive on Disney+ on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Where do the Moana films rank on Disney+ in the US?
As of October 20, 2026, the original Moana ranked No. 5 and Moana 2 ranked No. 9 on Disney+'s United States Top 10.