Moana 2 (2024)

"Moana 2" is an adventurous American animated musical directed by David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, released in 2024. Produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios as a sequel to the 2016 hit, this oceanic epic reunites audiences with Moana, expanding her legacy as a wayfinder in a vibrant celebration of Polynesian culture. The story picks up years after Moana’s first voyage, with Moana (voiced again by Auliʻi Cravalho) now a seasoned leader of Motunui. A mystical call from her ancestors beckons her back to the sea, joined by the demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) and a fresh crew of misfits. Together, they sail beyond Oceania’s familiar horizons into uncharted, perilous waters—facing towering storms, mythical creatures, and a hidden realm tied to her people’s past. As Moana uncovers ancient secrets, she forges new bonds and cements her destiny as a master navigator. Famed for its dazzling animation, a rousing score by Mark Mancina and new songs by Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, "Moana 2" builds on its predecessor’s Polynesian-inspired artistry. Cravalho’s soulful return and Johnson’s boisterous charm—alongside a lively ensemble—promise a bigger, bolder journey, steeped in cultural reverence and high-seas spectacle. Released in 2024, "Moana 2" arrives amid sky-high anticipation, following Disney’s track record of blockbuster sequels. A wave-crashing triumph, it’s poised to captivate with its empowering tale of heritage, courage, and the call of the ocean.