As production stars to roll for Disney's upcoming live-action remake of Moana --set to premiere in theaters on July 10, 2026 -- the studio confirmed the title character will be played by Catherine ...

Michael Gracey remains attached to helm Disney's new version of the 2010 animated film after the project hit the pause button ...

"I cannot wait to see her shine," Cravalho, who is a producer on the upcoming live-action 'Moana,' tells PEOPLE of star Catherine Laga'aia "When I look to a live-action film, I want her to feel like ...

Disney’s live-action “Moana” has found its new leading lady: Catherine Laga‘aia will star opposite Dwayne Johnson, who reprises his role as the demigod Maui, in the highly anticipated film. “I’m ...

An Australian teenager of Samoan heritage has been announced as the star of the upcoming live-action version of the hit Disney movie “Moana.” Seventeen-year-old Catherine Laga‘aia has been cast as the ...

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The 17-year-old Australian actor joins Dwayne Johnson in the remake. By Aaron Couch Film Editor After an extensive search, Disney has found the next Moana. Newcomer Catherine Laga‘aia will star as the ...

Disney has cast Catherine Laga‘aia in the title role of its live-action Moana movie, which is set to be released in theaters on July 10, 2026. Moana 2, the animated sequel, is opening in theaters the ...

(CNN) — An Australian teenager of Samoan heritage has been announced as the star of the upcoming live-action version of the hit Disney movie “Moana.” (CNN) — An Australian teenager of Samoan heritage ...