Hey Disney fans ocean lovers and adventure seekers listen up! Moana 2 is officially here and ready for you to watch from your couch! After making waves in theaters the sequel to the beloved 2016 movie is finally splashing onto Disney+ and we have got all the details you need to dive in.
Mark Your Calendars! Moana 2 Hits Disney+ This Week - Here's When You Can Start Watching
If you have been waiting to watch Moana 2 at home the wait is over. Disney has announced that the animated hit is now available for streaming on Disney+ starting Wednesday March 12th! Yes you can finally join Moana and Maui on their brand new adventure without even leaving your house.
For those of you on the West Coast you can even start watching super early. Like midnight early! Disney says the movie drops at 12:01 a.m. PT on Wednesday. So get your snacks ready stay up late or set those alarms because Moana is calling!
What's the Story This Time? Moana 2 Takes Our Heroine on a Brand New Ocean Voyage
So what exactly is Moana 2 about? Well it picks up a few years after the first movie. Moana is now the chief's daughter and things are going well but adventure is in her blood. This time she gets a mysterious call from her wayfinding ancestors. Sounds intriguing right?
This call sends Moana on a journey to explore uncharted waters in Oceania. Of course Maui the demigod voiced by Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is back to join her. Together they are going to face dangers and discover long-lost secrets on a quest that is totally different from anything Moana has experienced before. Get ready for new creatures new songs and a whole lot of heart.
From Series to Big Screen Blockbuster: The Journey of Moana 2's Creation
Fun fact did you know Moana 2 wasn't originally planned as a movie? It was actually going to be a TV series for Disney+! But as the story developed the filmmakers realized it was way too epic for the small screen. So they decided to go big and make it a full theatrical feature instead.
Directors David G. Derrick Jr. and Jason Hand said that the story they had planned for the series was actually the same story that ended up in the movie. They just felt they could tell it in a bigger and better way as a film. And judging by the box office numbers it seems like that was the right choice!
Box Office Bonanza! Moana 2 Makes a Splash in Theaters Earning Over a Billion Dollars
Speaking of box office Moana 2 was a massive hit in theaters. It came out in November 2024 and totally crushed it. The movie has earned over $1 billion worldwide! That's billion with a "B". To be exact it has made over $459 million in the US and over $595 million internationally. Not bad for a movie that started as a TV show idea huh?
Critics were pretty good to Moana 2 too giving it a "fresh" rating of 61% on Rotten Tomatoes. But audiences loved it even more with an 86% "fresh" audience score on Rotten Tomatoes' Popcornmeter. People clearly connected with Moana's latest voyage.
What About Moana 3? Filmmakers Hint at Future Adventures and Her New Demi-God Status
With Moana 2 being such a success naturally fans are wondering about Moana 3. Are more adventures in store for our favorite wayfinder? Well the filmmakers are definitely hinting that it's possible. Directors David G. Derrick Jr. and Jason Hand said they intentionally left the door open for more stories.
They even revealed that they see Moana as becoming something new in this film a demi-god! At the end of Moana 2 she has this amazing moment where she is transformed and becomes even more connected to the ocean and her ancestors. This new demi-god status could lead to all sorts of exciting possibilities in future movies or shows. Imagine Moana using her magical oar to unite even more people and facing even bigger challenges.
For now there are no official plans for Moana 3 but the filmmakers sound hopeful. They said if audiences want more Moana they are ready to tell more stories. So if you love Moana 2 make sure to stream it tell your friends and let Disney know you are ready for the next chapter!
Behind the Music: Grammy Winners and Catchy Tunes Return for Moana 2 Soundtrack
Of course a Disney movie is not complete without amazing music and Moana 2 delivers on that front too. The soundtrack features new songs by Grammy-winning songwriters Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear as well as Grammy nominee Opetaia Foaʻi and three-time Grammy winner Mark Mancina who all contributed to the first movie's iconic music.
Get ready for new anthems powerful ballads and catchy tunes that you will be singing for weeks after watching Moana 2. The music is a big part of what makes these movies so special and Moana 2 is sure to have some new classics.
Ready to Stream? Here's Your Moana 2 Disney+ Watch Guide:
- Streaming Platform: Disney+
- Release Date: Wednesday March 12 2025
- Release Time: 12:01 a.m. PT (US Viewers)
- Subscription Plans:
- Disney+ Basic (with ads): $10/month
- Disney+ Premium (ad-free with downloads): $16/month or $160/year
- Bundle options with Hulu ESPN+ and Max also available (check Disney+ site for details)
- Special Deal: Ad-supported Disney+ and Hulu bundle for $3/month for four months (Limited time offer until March 30)