Disney Casts Live-Action Moana, Filming Starts This Summer

Side-by-side image: on the left, a smiling girl with curly hair in casual clothing; on the right, an animated character with long hair and a necklace against an ocean backdrop. Excitement builds as filming starts for Disney's Live-Action Moana.

Disney has cast 17-year-old Catherine Laga’aia from Sydney, Australia as their live-action Moana. They also announced more of the cast and that filming will start this summer. Disney Finds Live-Action Moana “I’m really excited to embrace this character because Moana is one of my favorites,” said Laga‘aia. “My grandfather comes from Fa‘aala, Palauli, in Savai‘i. … Read more

New ‘Moana 2’ Teaser Trailer Released

An animated character with curly hair rows a boat with determination, reminiscent of a scene from Moana 2, past a lush island backdrop and a mythical sea creature visible in the distance.

A new teaser trailer for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana 2” has been released, following the reveal of a new poster earlier this week. ‘Moana 2’ Trailer The new teaser trailer brings audiences back to Motunui, Moana’s island home. In the short clip, Moana (Auli’i Cravalho) speaks of hearing a call from their ancestors and … Read more

‘Moana’ Directors Not Involved in Disney’s Live-Action Remake

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John Musker and Ron Clements, directors of the animated version of “Moana,” will not be involved in Disney’s live-action take on the story currently in development. ‘Moana’ Directors Not Involved in Live-Action Remake In a new interview with Spanish outlet El Pais, the pair confirmed that they are not involved in the new live-action remake … Read more

Disney Sets Release Dates for ‘Toy Story 5,’ ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu,’ and Live-Action ‘Moana’

Disney has announced the release dates for “Toy Story 5,” “The Mandalorian & Grogu,” and the live-action “Moana.” Disney Reveals Release Dates for Upcoming Films All three films will debut in 2026, with “The Mandalorian & Grogu,” hitting theaters on May 22, “Toy Story 5” releasing on June 19, and the live-action “Moana” premiering on … Read more

First ‘Moana 2’ Artwork and Story Details Released

An animated character with curly hair rows a boat with determination, reminiscent of a scene from Moana 2, past a lush island backdrop and a mythical sea creature visible in the distance.

During the Wednesday shareholders meeting, Disney CEO Bob Iger released the first artwork from “Moana 2” and teased story details. “Moana 2” Details Iger said the sequel will see Moana trying to “find and reconnect the people of the ocean.” Disney later shared a longer description: Perils abound! In Walt Disney Animation Studios’ all-new epic … Read more

Tony-Award Winning ‘Hamilton’ Broadway Director Hired for Live-Action ‘Moana’ Film

Disney’s upcoming “Moana” live-action remake has hired the “Hamilton” Broadway director Thomas Kail to direct the film. ‘Hamilton’ Director Hired for Live-Action ‘Moana’ According to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney’s new “Moana” live-action remake will be utilizing Tony-Award winning Broadway director Thomas Kail, known for his work with “Hamilton” for the film’s production. “Moana” screenplay author … Read more

BREAKING: Live-Action ‘Moana’ Adaptation in the Works

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson announced during today’s Disney shareholders meeting that there will be a live-action “Moana” adaptation. Johnson appeared in a video with his two young daughters on the island of Oʻahu in Hawai’i. He stated the live-action “Moana” adaptation is still in early stages and did not announce any other details about the … Read more

Sequel to Jungle Cruise Movie Already in Development at Disney

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Thanks to the success of the already $100 million-plus earning film Jungle Cruise, based on the Disney Parks attraction, work is already underway to bring audiences a sequel. Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt are set to return as riverboat captain Frank Wolff and the explorer Dr. Lily Houghton, as well as the directing and producing team of the … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom, Disney Springs, & EPCOT 7/24/21 (Casey’s Corner Baseball Jersey and More New Merchandise Debuts, Adventureland Sign Updated In Light Of Cultural Sensitivity Efforts, New Structure Rises at TRON Lightcycle Run, and More)

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Welcome to another wonderful day at Walt Disney World! Join us today as we discover all of the many new happenings at Magic Kingdom, Disney Springs, and EPCOT. We start off our morning at Magic Kingdom, where we’ll venture through the many lands and see what awaits us! Let’s jump in! “Laughter is timeless. Imagination … Read more

VIDEO: New “Jungle Cruise” Featurette Gives Behind the Scenes Look at Upcoming Film

As we approach the July 30 release date for “Jungle Cruise,” a film based on the popular attraction, Disney has released a behind-the-scenes featurette. In the new featurette, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Emily Blunt discuss their characters, the ride’s legacy, and their experiences filming the movie. Watch the “Jungle Cruise” featurette below. “Jungle Cruise” … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/3/21): Disney Imagineers Fix “Master Gracey” in The Haunted Mansion, Iron Man Animatronic, “Haunted Mansion Holiday” Returning in 2021 at Disneyland Park, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Saturday, July 3, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Limited Edition Jungle Cruise MagicBand Sails Into Walt Disney World

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The new Jungle Cruise film starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt is set to release later this month, and today we found a Limited Edition MagicBand featuring characters from the movie in EPCOT! Limited Edition “Jungle Cruise” MagicBand — $39.99 Emily Blunt and Dwayne Johnson are featured on the box, along with the phrases “The … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (6/30/21): Details Announced for Early Park Entry and New “Extended Evening Hours,” Dining Plan Will Return to Walt Disney World, Fried Chicken Removed From New Menu in Trail’s End Restaurant, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, June 30, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more