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The search is over as Disney announces the rising star who will portray Moana in the highly anticipated live-action adaption of the animated classic.
In her major cinematic debut, Catherine Laga’aia has been chosen to fill the shoes of the iconic character, co-starring with Dwayne Johnson who will continue his role as Maui from the original voice cast.
Alongside this exciting news, the studio disclosed the cast set to play Moana’s family.
Continue reading to discover more details…
At 17 years old, Catherine expressed her eagerness about the opportunity to embody Moana, saying, “My grandfather comes from Fa‘aala, Palauli, in Savai‘i. And my grandmother is from Leulumoega Tuai on the main island of ‘Upolu in Samoa. I’m honored to have an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples, and to represent young girls who look like me.”
Check out the newly announced casting additions below…
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John Tui is on board as the stern Chief Tui, Moana’s father, previously having worked with Dwayne in the Young Rock series and Hobbs & Shaw movie.
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Joining them is Frankie Adams, embodying the fun yet resilient mother Sina.
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Rena Owen, seen in Siren, will grace the screen as Moana’s treasured grandmother, Gramma Tala.
The live-action Moana will revisit and reimagine the story of the determined young protagonist, offering a salute to the rich heritage of Pacific Islanders through an extraordinary expedition.
The project is under the helm of Hamilton‘s Thomas Kail, with Dwayne Johnson and original Moana’s voice Auli’i Cravalho overseeing as executive producers.
With filming set to kick off this summer, audiences can anticipate the release of this vibrant journey on July 10, 2026.
FAQ Section
Who is playing Moana in the new live-action film?
Catherine Laga’aia has been cast to play the role of Moana.
Is Dwayne Johnson involved in the live-action Moana?
Yes, Dwayne Johnson is reprising his role as Maui and will also serve as an executive producer.
Who are the other cast members announced?
The new cast members include John Tui as Chief Tui, Frankie Adams as Sina, and Rena Owen as Gramma Tala.
When will filming for the live-action Moana begin?
Filming is scheduled to start in the summer with the planned release set for July 10, 2026.