In an image from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana 2, Moana (voiced by Auli‘i Cravalho) is on her canoe, in the ocean, looking back at a flotilla of Kakamora. She is holding ropes in both hands while glancing over her shoulder, with a determined look on her face; another rope connects the canoe to the Kakamora.

Behind the Animation of Moana 2: Characters, Challenges, and Creativity

Dive into the making of Moana 2 as animators reveal how Moana evolves, meet her new crew, and bring bold adventures to life.

In an image from Moana, Moana (voiced by Auli’i Cravalho) stands confidently at the stern of a wooden canoe, gripping the central mast with her right hand as she leans forward. She wears a red crop top with intricate patterns paired with a white wrap skirt accented by dark yellow details. The background showcases lush green mountains, a shoreline, and sparkling crystal-clear waters.

QUIZ: Did You Spot All These Moana Easter Eggs?

Take this quiz to find out if you’re the ultimate Moana expert—or if it’s time to rewatch the first film and brush up on your lore!

An image of Moana 2 songwriters Emily Bear (left) and Abigail Barlow (right), sitting behind the console inside a recording studio. Bear has long dark hair and is wearing a black sweater, and Barlow has dark reddish hear and is wearing a green shirt and a silver jacket. They lean toward each other and are smiling at the camera.

D23 Exclusive: Making Moana 2 Music with Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear

Our exclusive chat with Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear (The Unofficial Bridgerton Musical) who penned five brand-new songs for Moana 2.

A black and white coloring page outlines Moana, Maui, Pua (a pot-belly pig), and Heihei, a rooster, from the Moana franchise on a wooden canoe. Maui holds a large jawbone fish hook in his right hand and Pua with his left arm, while Moana and Heihei are on the front edge of the canoe.

You’ll Love These Moana Coloring Pages

Download these Moana-themed printable coloring pages inspired by the first film and dive into the spirit of adventure and creativity!

Moni (voiced by Hualalai Chung), Loto (voiced by Rose Matafeo), and Moana (voiced by Auli‘i Cravalho) stand as a group on their boat, looking up with trepidation at an offscreen enemy. Moana is holding out her oar defensively.

Meet the Characters of Moana 2

From Moana and Maui to Loto, Kele, Moni, and Matangi, meet the returning and new Moana 2 characters.

In an image from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana 2, Moana (voiced by Auli‘i Cravalho) is holding her little sister Simea (voiced by Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda) up to touch a wave; they are standing on a Motunui beach, surrounded by the water, which is acting friendly to the pair as it has to Moana in the past. There are lush green mountains and palm trees seen in the background.

Exclusive Q&A: Moana 2 Directors Take Us Behind the Seafaring Scenes

In this exclusive Q&A, we dive into Moana 2 with the film’s directors as they reveal the secrets behind Moana’s next big journey.

In an image from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana 2, Moana (voiced by Auli‘i Cravalho) is seen on her canoe in the middle of the ocean, steering it and looking excitedly off camera to the left. Her hair is windswept, and the sky and seas are calm.

Behind-the-Scenes Exclusives with Moana 2 Filmmakers

Go behind the scenes with Moana 2 filmmakers as they discuss cultural authenticity, storytelling, and Moana’s incredible new journey!

First Look: Sail the Spellbinding Seas of The Art of Moana 2

D23 goes behind the scenes of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana 2 in incredible, colorful detail, thanks to the newest book in the Disney Art of series.

Auli'i Cravalho plays with water at Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana, at EPCOT

Auli’i Cravalho, the Voice of Moana, Makes Waves (Literally) at Journey of Water

Auli’i Cravalho, voice of Moana, experiences the magical Journey of Water at EPCOT, embracing its message of advocacy and stewardship.

Moana (left), a teenage girl, smiles as she looks a Maui (right), a tattooed demigod, as he smiles and holds a giant, magical hook in both hands.

Live-Action Reimagining of Disney’s Moana in Development

Dwayne Johnson had Disney fans hooked when he revealed today in a recorded message from Hawaii that a live-action reimagining of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 2016 hit feature film Moana is in development.