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'Moana' comes to life: Inside the making of Disney's film with Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Lagaʻaia
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CNET
· Jul 10, 2026
'Moana' Review: A Fun, Yet Unnecessary, Disney Live-Action Remake
Moana is a fun family flick with solid performances by Catherine Laga'aia and Dwayne Johnson, who is simply magical as demigod Maui.
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· Jul 8, 2026
'Moana': Dwayne Johnson embraces Maui's makeover in new live action film
'Moana': Dwayne Johnson embraces Maui's makeover in new live action film
Latestly.com
· Jul 9, 2026
'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.
ArcaMax
· Jul 3, 2026
Moana 3 in the works
Dwayne Johnson has confirmed a third animated Moana movie is in the works.
Polygon
· Jul 8, 2026
Moana 2026 review: a Disney remake adrift at sea
Catherine Laga'aia and Dwayne Johnson star in the live-action version of Disney's Moana, and even sing a new Lin-Manuel Miranda song.
The West Australian
· Jul 4, 2026
Dwayne Johnson on Moana live-action remake and the grandfather who inspired Maui
Dwayne Johnson opens up on the emotional family connection behind his live-action Maui, and tough love for newcomer Catherine Laga’aia on the Moana set.
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Related coverage for "'Moana' comes to life: Inside the making of Disney's film with Dwayne Johnson, Catherine Lagaʻaia ": CNET — 'Moana' Review: A Fun, Yet Unnecessary, Disney Live-Action Remake. ABC7 New York — 'Moana': Dwayne Johnson embraces Maui's makeover in new live action film . Latestly.com — 'Moana': 5 Reasons Why The Rock-Starrer Is a Must-Watch on the Big Screen This Monsoon. ArcaMax — Moana 3 in the works. Polygon — Moana 2026 review: a Disney remake adrift at sea. The West Australian — Dwayne Johnson on Moana live-action remake and the grandfather who inspired Maui