Sat Nov 30 05:37:23 UTC 2024: ## Moana 2 Sails into Theaters, Disney+ Release Expected in February 2025

**Los Angeles, CA** – Disney’s highly anticipated sequel, *Moana 2*, premiered in theaters nationwide on November 27th, bringing back Auli’i Cravalho and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as Moana and Maui. The film sees the pair embark on a new ocean adventure with a fresh crew of characters.

The sequel, initially planned as a Disney+ series, was reformatted into a theatrical release, a decision announced by Disney CEO Bob Iger in February 2024 following the immense success of the original *Moana* on the streaming platform. The original film’s popularity – exceeding 1 billion streaming hours and becoming the most-streamed movie of 2023 in the U.S. – fueled the decision.

Directors praised advancements in animation technology since the first film, promising a visually stunning experience. “The water and the hair in Moana were iconic… It’s only gotten better,” said Dana Ledoux Miller.

While currently only available in theaters, Disney+ subscribers can anticipate the film’s arrival approximately three months after its theatrical debut, likely around February 2025. This aligns with the release timelines of other recent Disney films like *Wish* and *Inside Out 2*.

Before its Disney+ premiere, *Moana 2* will be available for digital purchase and rental on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and YouTube TV, potentially as early as January 11, 2025, depending on box office performance. A Disney+ subscription, starting at $7.99 per month, is required for streaming access. No free trial is currently offered.

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