Though it was only announced in April 2023, there’s already lots of news surroundingMoana’s live-action remake.
While Miller doesn’t elaborate how, it’s clear that the live-action movie is trying something new.
The visceral nature of that really comes through with live action.
It gives the movie a real human vulnerability that will make it feel fresh.
Miller said:
“Shes incredible.
She had no problem going head-to-head with Dwayne.
She wasnt intimidated at all.
Moanapremiered on November 23, 2016, whileMoana 2premiered on November 27, 2024.
Finally, Rena Owen has been cast as Moana’s Gramma Tala.
In Disney’s live-action adaptation of “Moana,” a young Polynesian girl embarks on a daring voyage to save her people, seeking the demigod Maui’s help to restore the heart of Te Fiti.
The producers of the live-action remake ofMoanashould have an easier time with two significant characters.
Tudyk and Clement would be welcome additions to the cast.
There’s every chance the pair will return for the live-actionMoanacast.
Original writer Jared Bush returned to pen the script and worked with Dana Ledoux Miller to adapt it.
Along the way she meets the demi-god Maui and learns important lessons about herself.
Miller has mentioned that the live-action remake will add more elements of danger to Moana’s ocean journey.
The whole story could easily be translated into a live-action remake and there should not be many cuts.
The whole story could easily be translated into a live-action remake and there should not be many cuts.
Where Does Moana Fit With Disney’s Slate Of Live-Action Remakes?
Lilo & Stitch
May 23, 2025
Hercules
Unknown
A long-gestating project with Guy Ritchie attached as director.
Bambi
Sarah Polley was rumored to direct but those have proven false.
Robin Hood
Announced in 2020 with little movement since.
The Aristocats
Musician Questlove is attached to direct.
Moanais the most recently made animated movie to have a live-action remake.
It is an unusually quick turnaround for the studio, which tends to wait longer to make live-action adaptations.
