The line where the sky meets the sea is calling Moana once again.The “Moana” sequel has been announced by Disney, and it will arrive in screens on November 27.
The company’s CEO, Bob Iger, revealed this news on CNBC ahead of Disney’s fiscal year 2024 first-quarter earnings report. The second “Moana” was initially developed as a TV series but turned into a feature film because Iger was impressed with the footage.
The statement that Iger noted, “Moana has become an incredibly popular franchise.” “When ‘Moana 2’ hits theaters this November, we can’t wait to give you more information about Moana and Maui.”
According to Disney, “Moana 2” will take audiences on a completely new journey with Moana, Maui, and unexpected voyagers.Moana will face a task she hasn’t encountered before as she set out on a daring trips into the far-off hostile waters of Oceania after an unexpected call from her ancestors. Dave Derrick Jr.is directing his next film, which has a soundtrack. The duo of Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, along with Opetaia Foa’i and Mark Mancina, who worked on the first film, are not expected to return with new songs.Disney’s “Moana” made a profit, earning in over 0 million at the box office The animated musical found new life on Disney+ last year with over 1 billion hours of streaming.
The decision to release “Moana 2” in theaters comes after Disney’s poor performance in 2023 at the box office. Disney Animation was embroiled in a string of misfires, including “The Marvels,” “Haunted Mansion,” and “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.” Pixar’s “Elemental” struggled initially but eventually made a global comeback with 6 million.
“Moana 2” stands apart from the studio’s live-action remake, which currently features Dwayne Johnson as the tattooed demigod Maui. Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the 2016 film, hopes to reprise her role in the animated sequel. Though she acts as an executive producer, she will not repeat her role as the lead in the live-action version.
She had said on Instagram last May, “I believe it’s crucial that casting accurately represents the characters and stories we want to tell.” “I can’t wait to find the next actress to embody Moana’s courageous spirit, unwavering intelligence, and emotional strength.”