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An adventurous teenager sails out on a daring mission to save her people. During her journey, Moana meets the once-mighty demigod Maui, who guides her in her quest to become a master way-finder. Together they sail across the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous monsters and impossible odds. Along the way, Moana fulfills the ancient quest of her ancestors and discovers the one thing she always sought: her own identity.

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With a title character as three-dimensional as its lush animation and a story that adds fresh depth to Disney's time-tested formula, Moana is truly a family-friendly adventure for the ages.

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Moana (2016) | Rotten Tomatoes (1) Victoria Luxford BBC.com Great fun. A traditional Disney Princess film but with a little more depth to it, being abut personal discovery and bravery. Rated: 4/5 May 4, 2023 Full Review Moana (2016) | Rotten Tomatoes (2) Edward Porter Times (UK) ... A great example of the studio putting a modern sheen on traditional formulas. May 1, 2023 Full Review Moana (2016) | Rotten Tomatoes (3) Mey Rude Autostraddle It's a deeply moving and beautiful film that celebrates it's main character, her culture and her self-empowerment... but she could have been a lot more meaningful and authentic if she reflected and honored a specific Pacific Island culture. Aug 18, 2021 Full Review Moana (2016) | Rotten Tomatoes (4) Felix Vasquez Jr. Cinema Crazed A very good bit of escapism with the top notch Disney music and important social themes about respect for nature. Jan 17, 2024 Full Review Moana (2016) | Rotten Tomatoes (5) Brian T. Carney Washington Blade Some great songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda... Dec 21, 2022 Full Review Moana (2016) | Rotten Tomatoes (6) Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review Moana proves so visually stunning that all other qualities recede, and the audience beams afterward in awe of its sheer beauty. Rated: 3/4 Apr 5, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Jodi Moana is absolutely destined to be a classic Disney film that will last through generations! This film is just so beautifully done, and so enjoyable, even for adults that don’t have children! There are so many positive messages without all the ridiculous fluff that accompanies a lot of other Disney animated films especially ones with princesses. Barf. Moana story is inspiring to any little girls showing them that they can believe in themselves and be whoever they’re meant to be love love love this film! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/27/23 Full Review Barnabas loos half way through the movie the theater lights turn back on and the movie stopped playing due to a huge rainstorm that was accruing outside apparently the who movie theater was shut down and they couldn't get any of the movies back on line most of everyone in the theater just ended up leaving I tried to get a refund but they said no due to it being passed the time to get one but we never got to see the rest of the movie I knew it was going to rain but I didn't think that it would of had that kind of affect on a whole theater the way that it did unless they have bad wiring in and out of the place or leaks that where coming through the ceiling into electrical equipment idk but it was wired and it was my first time being at this one despite driving passed this one for over 30 years I still would of liked a refund though I didn't even get to finish my drink that I had gotten just minutes before hand Rated 1/5 Stars • Rated 1 out of 5 stars 10/23/23 Full Review Katie D So good! the music reminded me of a combination of The Little Mermaid and Frozen - both favorites. I wouldn't be surprised if this wins Best Animated Feature Film this year! Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/15/21 Full Review Nick R Possibly the best of the modern Disney animation era! The animation is gorgeous, the songs are catchy and very good, and story is so well told. 'Moana' is a Disney princess movie that everyone can easily enjoy over and over again. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/01/24 Full Review Audience Member My favorite animated movie, i love the animated island and ocean adventure sceneries and i also love the music. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/28/24 Full Review Audience Member Amazingly entertaining and fun. Dwayne Johnson nails his role, I prefer him better when he is only voicing a character. The songs in this movie are top tier and are easy to enjoy. It has basically anything you love from a Disney movie. Watch it. Rated 4.5/5 Stars • Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 09/14/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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John Musker Director Ron Clements Director Auli'i Cravalho Moana Dwayne Johnson Maui Rachel House Gramma Tala Temuera Morrison Chief Tui
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Synopsis An adventurous teenager sails out on a daring mission to save her people. During her journey, Moana meets the once-mighty demigod Maui, who guides her in her quest to become a master way-finder. Together they sail across the open ocean on an action-packed voyage, encountering enormous monsters and impossible odds. Along the way, Moana fulfills the ancient quest of her ancestors and discovers the one thing she always sought: her own identity.

Director
John Musker, Ron Clements

Producer
Osnat Shurer

Screenwriter
Jared Bush

Distributor
Walt Disney

Production Co
Walt Disney Animation Studios

Rating
PG (Peril|Brief Thematic Elements|Some Scary Images)

Genre
Kids & Family, Musical, Comedy, Adventure, Animation

Original Language
English

Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 23, 2016, Wide

Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Jan 20, 2017

Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 21, 2017

Box Office (Gross USA)
$248.8M

Runtime
1h 47m

Sound Mix
Dolby Digital, SDDS, Dolby Atmos

Aspect Ratio
Digital 2.39:1
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