Disney has released the trailer for “Moana 2,” which will hit theaters on Nov 27.
In “Moana 2,” the highly anticipated follow-up to the original Disney film, Moana embarks on a new voyage with Maui, the shapeshifting demigod.
According to Disney, “After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.”
This sequel should not be confused with the live-action remake of “Moana” slated for release in 2026, according to IMDb.
The first “Moana” film received favorable reviews from critics and fans alike, boasting a Rotten Tomatoes score of 95% from critics and 89% from fans. It featured popular songs written by Lin-Manuel Miranda, such as “You’re Welcome,” sung by Dwayne Johnson, and “Shiny,” sung by Flight of the Conchords’ Jermaine Clement.
What was in the trailer of Moana 2?
The trailer of this film is quite amazing. In the thrilling trailer, the main character of the film is shown facing sea monsters. Also, in this journey, he also meets people of a lost civilization.
A teaser trailer hits the internet, and Moana makes a call through a shell, clearly preparing for another adventure. She waves goodbye to her village once more. As we see her set sail, Moana’s voiceover tells us: “This is a call from the ancestors to sail to new skies and reconnect our people across the entire ocean.” Plus, we see her reunite with Maui and her adorable animal sidekicks Hei and Pua.
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At the end of the trailer, Maui makes a grand entrance by leaping onto Moana’s raft, shapeshifting between a shark and a bird. When he lands, he grabs Heihei, exclaiming, “Boat snack!” Then he finds Pua and says, “Boat snack upgrade.”
“Bacon and eggs?” he continues. “Why didn’t you bring the pig last time?”
Other notable scenes in the trailer show Moana getting struck by lightning, swimming with a mysterious whale and encountering the return of the tiny but deadly coconut-clad monsters she faced in the first film.
Moana 2 storyline
The film’s synopsis promises “an expansive new voyage with Moana, Maui, and a brand-new crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.”
Moana 2 music
It looks like Lin-Manuel Miranda won’t be back to pen music for Moana 2. Instead, the team behind the Grammy-winning Unofficial Bridgerton Musical, Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, are writing music for the follow-up. Opetaia Foa’I and Mark Mancina are also returning from the first movie.
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Director and writer of Moana 2
The film is directed and written by David G. Derrick Jr., known for his work as the head of story for “Strange World” and as a storyboard artist for “Encanto” and “Raya and the Last Dragon.”
Who is starring in ‘Moana 2′?
Auli’I Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return to their roles as Moana and Maui.
“Playing the character of Maui is one of the most life-changing experiences for me,” Johnson said at the 2024 Cinema-Con.
“It’s my culture — you guys can see I wear it on my chest, my body, my tattoo, and also the character of Maui was inspired from my grandfather, the high chief, Peter Maivia,” Johnson continued. “It’s so much deeper than a movie to me, and I know it’s deeper for Disney, too.”
Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear are taking on Miranda’s role. They are known for writing a controversial “Bridgerton” musical based off the popular Netflix series.
