Disney's animated musical 'Moana' returns as a live-action film on July 10, featuring Catherine Laga’aia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson reprising his role as Maui.
Moana: Catherine Laga’aia
Taking over from Auli’i Cravalho, Catherine Laga’aia steps into the role of Moana. A 19-year-old from Sydney, she previously appeared in 'The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart'. Her father, Jay Lagaʻaia, is known for his roles in 'Star Wars'.
Maui: Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson returns as Maui, the shapeshifting demigod. Known for blockbuster roles in 'Jumanji' and 'Fast & Furious', Johnson continues to expand his filmography with projects like 'Free Byrd'.
Gramma Tala: Rena Owen
New Zealand actress Rena Owen plays Gramma Tala. Known for her work in 'Star Wars', she brings depth to the character who guides Moana with traditional tales.
Chief Tui: John Tui
John Tui portrays Moana’s father, Chief Tui. The character was voiced by Temuera Morrison in the animated version. Tui's credits include 'Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw'.
Sina: Frankie Adams
Frankie Adams plays Sina, Moana's mother. Adams is known for 'The Expanse'. She takes over from Nicole Scherzinger, who voiced the character in the original film.
Supporting Characters
- Tamatoa: Jemaine Clement returns as the voice of Tamatoa, the jewel-encrusted crab.
- Pua the Pig: Brought to life with animatronics, Pua remains Moana's loyal pet.
- Heihei the Rooster: The confused rooster, accompanies Moana on her journey.
- Kakamora: These coconut-armored nomads add a touch of chaos to the story.
- Te Kā: The fiery demon Moana must confront to save her island.
With a blend of established stars and newcomers, the live-action 'Moana' aims to capture the magic of its animated predecessor.
Source: https://variety.com/lists/moana-cast-characters-live-action-animated/
