Disney's live-action 'Moana' crashes to shore with an underwhelming splash at the box office

Box Office: ‘Moana’ Sets Sail With $4.5 Million in Thursday Previews

Disney’s “Moana” is setting sail at the box office once again. The beloved 2016 animated musical is the latest Disney film to get the live-action treatment. The new take on the film, starring Catherine Laga’aia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as the buff god Maui, has made 4.5 million in previews at []

Disney’s Live-Action Moana Remake Sinks With Critics as Rotten Tomatoes Score Debuts at 36%

Disney’s latest attempt to transform one of its beloved animated films into a live-action blockbuster is facing rough waters before it even reaches theaters. The live-action remake of Moana debuted on Rotten Tomatoes with a dismal 32 critic score before rising to 36, putting the film firmly in “rotten” territory and raising new questions about [] The post Disney’s Live-Action Moana Remake Sinks With Critics as Rotten Tomatoes Score Debuts at 36 appeared first on That Park Place.

As the live-action Moana remake looks set to flop at the box office, Dwayne Johnson says a third animated film is happening

As the live-action Moana remake looks set to flop at the box office, Dwayne Johnson says a third animated film is happening

Live-action Moana sinks at the box office, and it's almost doing as badly as the Snow White remake

Live-action Moana sinks at the box office, and it's almost doing as badly as the Snow White remake

'Moana': 5 Reasons Why The Rock-Starrer Is a Must-Watch on the Big Screen This Monsoon

Disney's live-action adaptation of Moana is set to release in Indian cinemas on July 10, 2026, in English and Hindi. Starring Catherine Laga'aia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as the demigod Maui, the film brings the beloved animated story to life with a new cast, large-scale visual effects and a fresh cinematic approach.

'Moana' comes to life: Inside the making of Disney's film with Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Lagaʻaia

'Moana' comes to life: Inside the making of Disney's film with Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Lagaʻaia

Brutal Live-Action Moana Reactions Revealed as Disney’s Remake Heads for Box Office Disaster: “Creatively Bankrupt”

Image via Disney Disney’s live-action Moana may not go far at the box office, with its relatively low projections compounded by some dismal first reactions. Disney’s live-action remakes have proved to be a mixed bag both critically and commercially, but things seemed to be on an upward trajectory again with the success of Lilo Stitch (2025). The []

Moana's poor box office performance proves a decade is too soon for a Disney remake

Disney's Moana live-action remake had a similar opening weekend to flops like Dumbo and Snow White, indicating that Moana was remade too soon

‘Moana’ Failing to Make Box Office Splash With $45M Opening

Disney's live-action reimagining of its 2016 animated feature faces a stormy path and comes less than two years after the massive launch for 'Moana 2.'

Disney’s live-action ‘Moana’ crashes to shore with an underwhelming splash at the box office

The Walt Disney Company’s live action “Moana” may be the No. 1 movie at the domestic box office, but it did not make a big splash in its first weekend in theaters. The movie, which cost a reported 250 million to produce, earned just 43 million from ticket sales in the U.S. and Canada, according [] The post Disney’s live-action ‘Moana’ crashes to shore with an underwhelming splash at the box office appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

‘Moana’ loses its way at the box office with a $43-million domestic opening

Walt Disney Co.’s “Moana” lost its way at the box office this weekend as the company’s latest live-action remake opened to a sluggish 43 million in the U.S. and Canada. The domestic haul for “Moana” underperformed studio expectations, which ranged from 60 million to 65 million. Globally, the film brought in a total of 95 []

Disney Announces New Short Movie "Lilo & Scratch", Sets Release Date

Disney announced Friday a new short movie at Annecy: “Lilo Scratch.”

Disney Moana live-action remake slammed by critics despite praise

ALBAWABA - Disney's new Moana remake faces harsh early reviews.Disney has once again turned one of its most successful animated films of recent years into a live-action remake, but most critics have trashed the new take on 2016's Moana...

The New ‘Moana’ Movie: 3 Things Parents Should Know about Its Story and Worldview

A decade after the Oscar-nominated Moana sailed into theaters and dominated the box office for more than a month, its live-action remake is now arriving on the big screen.Starring Catherine Laga'aia in the title role and Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as Maui, the PG-rated Disney musical follows a Polynesian island princess who sets sail across the ocean to save her people after the island’s fish disappear and the coconut trees stop bearing healthy fruit.Here are three things parents should know:Photo Credit: ©Disney

'Moana' debuted just 10 years ago. Why Disney is remaking it as a live-action movie

LOS ANGELES — In 2016, Walt Disney Co.'s Moana became a box office hit, captivating audiences with catchy earworms from Lin-Manuel Miranda and a spunky young heroine who rejected the label of princess. Now, just 10 years later, it's the ...

31 Best Disney+ Movies to Stream Right Now (July 2026): ‘X-Men ‘97’ and More

The summer movie season is in full swing, which usually means superhero movies are dominating the box office. But after duds like Supergirl, those looking for spandex-clad fun should stay right at home. Disney+ has the cure for superhero fatigue, and it’s X-Men ‘97, which returns for a second season full of time-traveling adventure and []

Disney bet big on one of its most popular franchises and most-streamed movie. The live-action remake failed to make a big splash

“Moana” may be the No. 1 movie at the domestic box office, but it did not make a big splash in its first weekend in theaters.

Dhamaal 4 Box Office Collection Day 1: Ajay Devgn's Comedy Opens On Strong Note

Released in cinemas on July 10, 2026, the film carries forward the franchise's trademark mix of humour, adventure, and chaotic situations.

The live-action Moana is everything that’s wrong with Disney

Moana is the latest beloved film to fall victim to the studio's tireless campaign of live-action remakes. When will it end?

‘Backrooms: Everything Must Go’ bonus footage will be on YouTube this week

The extended edition of the film recently hit cinemas The post ‘Backrooms: Everything Must Go’ bonus footage will be on YouTube this week appeared first on NME.

In blow to DC Studios, 'Supergirl' is no match for 'Toy Story 5' at box office

In a setback for Warner Bros.