Disney fans planning their summer theater trips now have one more key detail locked in. The live-action Moana has an official runtime, and it lands right in the sweet spot for a family adventure film.
How Long Is the Live-Action Moana?
The live-action Moana has a runtime of 120 minutes. That is two hours exactly, giving the film plenty of room to explore its story without overstaying its welcome.
For comparison, the original 2016 animated Moana ran 107 minutes. The live-action remake runs about 13 minutes longer, which makes sense given the scope of a live-action production.
What to Expect From the Film
In Disney’s live-action reimagining of the beloved Oscar-nominated animated adventure, Moana answers the Ocean’s call and voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people.
Catherine Laga’aia stars in the title role, with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson reprising his role as Maui. John Tui appears as Chief Tui, Frankie Adams plays Sina, and Rena Owen takes on the role of Gramma Tala.
The film has received a PG rating for action and peril, some scary images, rude humor, and brief thematic elements.
Who Is Behind the Camera?
The film is directed by Emmy and Tony Award winner Thomas Kail, best known for Hamilton, and produced by Dwayne Johnson, Beau Flynn, Dany Garcia, Hiram Garcia, and Lin-Manuel Miranda. Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the animated films, serves as executive producer.
The screenplay was written by Dana Ledoux Miller and Jared Bush. Bush also co-wrote the original 2016 film, bringing a sense of continuity to the story.
When Does It Hit Theaters?
The live-action Moana arrives in theaters on July 10, 2026. That date also marks nearly ten years since the original animated film debuted in November 2016, making it a fitting anniversary celebration for the franchise.
With a two-hour runtime, a PG rating, and the full creative team behind it, the film looks built for a big summer opening. Mark your calendars.
