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Moana 2
Amidst turbulent waters and shimmering bioluminescent storms, this thrilling fantasy adventure weaves a radiant tapestry of oceanic courage, where ancestral calls ignite a young leader's breathtaking journey through unknown, stormy realms.
Moana 2
Moana 2

"The ocean is calling them back."

21 November 2024 Canada 100 min 7.0 (3,214)

Director: David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, Dana Ledoux Miller

Cast: Auliʻi Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Hualālai Chung, Rose Matafeo, David Fane

Animation Family Fantasy Comedy Adventure Unity, Community, and Reconnecting Distant Peoples Embracing Uncertainty & Unconventional Paths ("Getting Lost") Collective Heroism vs. Solitary Burden Ancestral Legacy and Intergenerational Responsibility Courage in the Face of Divine/Environmental Fear
Budget: $150,000,000
Box Office: $1,059,242,164

Moana 2 — Characters & Cast

Character Analysis

Moana

Auliʻi Cravalho

Archetype: Hero / Chieftess Key Trait: Unwavering resolve and deep spiritual connection to the sea.

Motivation

Reconnect the scattered tribes of Oceania.

Character Arc

Evolves from a skilled local navigator to a legendary demigod-wayfinder who unites the ocean.

Maui

Dwayne Johnson

Archetype: Heroic Trickster / Mentor Key Trait: Boisterous charisma concealing deep loyalty.

Motivation

Protect Moana and restore divine order to the sea.

Character Arc

Learns to rely on Moana's mortal crew and accept that heroism is a team effort.

Matangi

Awhimai Fraser

Archetype: Shadow Mentor / Rogue Sorceress Key Trait: Enigmatic, sharp-witted, and bat-controlling.

Motivation

Gain freedom from Nalo's oppressive reign.

Character Arc

Shifts from Nalo's enforced servant to a rogue ally who empowers Moana to break free from rules.

Simea

Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda

Archetype: The Innocent / Emotional Anchor Key Trait: Adorable, affectionate, and fiercely loyal.

Motivation

Remain connected to her beloved sister.

Character Arc

Transitions from fearing Moana's departure to proudly supporting her big sister's global calling.

Loto

Rose Matafeo

Archetype: Innovator / Craftsperson Key Trait: Hyper-focused creative genius.

Motivation

Push the boundaries of canoe craftsmanship.

Character Arc

Grows from an eccentric, unorthodox shipwright into a vital navigator whose unconventional designs save the mission.

Cast

Auliʻi Cravalho as Moana (voice)
Dwayne Johnson as Maui (voice)
Hualālai Chung as Moni (voice)
Rose Matafeo as Loto (voice)
David Fane as Kele (voice)
Awhimai Fraser as Matangi (voice)
Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda as Simea (voice)
Temuera Morrison as Chief Tui (voice)
Nicole Scherzinger as Sina (voice)
Rachel House as Gramma Tala (voice)
Gerald Ramsey as Tautai Vasa (voice)
Alan Tudyk as Heihei (voice)
Jemaine Clement as Tamatoa (voice)
Tofiga Fepulea'i as Nalo (voice)
Jasmine Johnson as Moanabe (voice)

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