Lower than a decade after the unique animation made waves, Disney is releasing its live-action model of Moana subsequent 12 months! With an almost all-new solid, the film will discover the identical plot because the 2016 movie, and sees the return of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as Maui. So, who else is part of the ensemble?
With out additional ado, get to know the primary solid of Disney’s live-action Moana right here!
Dwayne Johnson – Maui
Dwayne is stepping again into his iconic position as Maui, the playful character loosely based mostly on the Polynesian mythological determine Māui. The animated character is finest identified for his memorable tune “You’re Welcome” from the unique 2016 film.
As most followers already know, Dwayne is a professional wrestler-turned-movie star, whose roles embody Get Good, The Sport Plan, San Andreas, Baywatch and the Jumanji movies. Most just lately, nonetheless, Dwayne has branched out to extra dramatic roles, akin to in The Smashing Machine.
Catherine Laga’aia – Moana
Catherine Laga’aia is a newcomer to the large display! The teenager was simply 17 when she landed the position because the live-action Moana, and is an Australia native.
John Tui – Chief Tui
John Tui performs Moana’s father, Chief Tui, within the movie and has been seen in numerous movie and tv roles through the years. He carried out in minor and supporting roles within the motion pictures Battleship, The Hobbit: The Battle of the 5 Armies, Solo: A Star Wars Story and Hobbs & Shaw.
John can be acknowledged for his performances as Anubis “Doggie” Cruger in Energy Rangers S.P.D. and as Daggeron in Energy Rangers Mystic Pressure.
Frankie Adams – Sina
Frankie Adams is enjoying the position of Sina, Moana’s mom. The Samoan New Zealand actress has been seen in a handful of flicks and TV sequence all through her profession to this point, together with Mortal Engines, Shortland Road, The Expanse, The Panthers and The Misplaced Flowers of Alice Hart, which Catherine additionally starred in.
Rena Owen – Gramma Tala
Rena Owen is portraying Gramma Tala, Moana’s grandmother, and she or he is acknowledged for her memorable performances in As soon as Had been Warriors and Star Wars: Episode II – Assault of the Clones.

