Moana 2
An unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors
After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana journeys alongside Maui and a new crew to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters.
Directed by David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, Dana Ledoux Miller · Animation · Adventure · Comedy · 100 min · 2024
Trailer
Director
David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, Dana Ledoux Miller
Studio
Walt Disney Animation Studios
Release
November 27, 2024
Runtime
100 min
Genres
Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family
Box office
$460.4 million worldwide
Full Plot
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.
Cast & Characters
Moana (voice)
Auliʻi Cravalho
↔ Maui (voice)
Moni (voice)
Hualālai Chung
Loto (voice)
Rose Matafeo
Did You Know?
Moana 2 was originally conceived as a Disney+ series before being reworked into a theatrical feature.
Source: Disney Animation production history · verified 2026-07-29
The film introduces a new crew accompanying Moana on her voyage, expanding the franchise's cast of characters.
Source: Disney press materials · verified 2026-07-29
4 million in the United States and Canada, and $598.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Moana 2 holds a 6.3/10 on IMDb (127,965 votes), a 58/100 on Metacritic, and a 61% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes — a mixed reception, with some critics noting the film's series-to-feature origins showed in its pacing.
“Serviceable but lacks the freshness of the original.” — IndieWire “Still charming, even if it feels more like expanded content than a true sequel.” — Entertainment Weekly
Despite the mixed critical reception (61% RT), the film's $460M gross shows the franchise's built-in family audience carried it commercially regardless of reviews.
Ratings as of July 29, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedMoana 2's mixed 61% RT score against a strong $460M gross suggests Disney's brand loyalty outweighed critical reservations about the film's TV-to-film origins.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moana 2's Rotten Tomatoes score?+
Moana 2 holds a 61% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes.
What is Moana 2's IMDb rating?+
Moana 2 has a 6.3/10 rating on IMDb from 127,965 votes.
What is Moana 2's Metacritic score?+
Moana 2 has a Metascore of 58/100 on Metacritic.
Is Moana 2 good? What are critics saying?+
Moana 2 holds a 6.3/10 on IMDb (127,965 votes), a 58/100 on Metacritic, and a 61% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes — a mixed reception, with some critics noting the film's series-to-feature origins showed in its pacing.
How long is Moana 2?+
Moana 2 has a runtime of 100 min.
Who directed Moana 2?+
Moana 2 was directed by David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, Dana Ledoux Miller.
Where can I watch Moana 2?+
Moana 2 is available to stream, rent, or buy on Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Rakuten TV, Sky Store, JioHotstar.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The reaction to "Moana 2" is largely positive, with reviewers praising its "very good" portrayal. The film's storyline has been praised for its engaging plot and well-developed characters. Some have noted that the sequel effectively builds upon the original while introducing new elements in a satisfying way.
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
When "Moana" learns that the whole of Pacific Island society is under a curse from the powerful god "Nalo", she has to recruit a few faithful crew members and go seek out "Maui" before she can find the long lost and sunken island of "Morefutu". Once there, she hopes to break the…
CinemaSerf · 7/10Very good movie!
Aless Saulea · 9/10
