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Thomas Kail, known for directing the 2020 live recording of "Hamilton: An American Musical" and co-creating the miniseries "Fosse/Verdon," helms the upcoming live-action adaptation of "Moana." The film's highly anticipated first trailer and a new teaser poster (pictured below) were unveiled tonight, showcasing numerous iconic scenes faithfully recreated from the beloved animated original. The live-action "Moana" is set to hit North American theaters on July 10, 2026, as a major summer release.
Watch the first trailer below: ▼
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The cast features Samoan-Australian newcomer Catherine Laga'aia stepping into the role of Moana. Dwayne Johnson, who famously voiced Maui in the animated original, will reprise his iconic character and also serves as a producer on the film. The screenplay for the live-action adaptation is penned by Jared Bush, who co-wrote both animated "Moana" films, and Dana Ledoux Miller, a co-writer on "Moana 2."