Auliʻi Cravalho Joins Live-Action Moana as Producer as Tickets Go On Sale

Live-action Moana tickets are officially on sale, signaling a major step for Disney's ambitious remake. The news drops alongside a final trailer and new posters, but what really caught our eye? Original Moana star Auliʻi Cravalho returns to the project, not to voice the titular role, but as an executive producer. This is a significant move, especially after the animated Moana 2 was confirmed, with Cravalho reprising her voice role there.

The live-action adaptation stars Catherine Lagaʻaia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson, who also produces, reprising his role as Maui. Thomas Kail (Hamilton) directs. Disney's live-action remakes have faced a notoriously mixed bag of fan reception and critical reviews. Many struggle to recapture the magic of their animated predecessors. Cravalho's deeper involvement here could hint at a more authentic vision.

Moana hits U.S. theaters on July 10, 2026. Fans will be watching closely to see if this remake can break the mold.