Rumor: Disney Is Already Making A Sequel To Moana 2

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Key Takeaways

  • Moana 2‘s success leads to talks of Moana 3 sequel, which will likely pit Moana and Maui against familiar enemies.
  • Moana 2 racks up record-breaking box office earnings, signaling a safe bet for Disney.
  • Moana 3 is hinted at in a post-credits scene in Moana 2, showing potential for future stories.

As a gamer who grew up watching Disney animations, I can confidently say that the news of Moana 3 is music to my ears! I remember the magic and adventure that unfolded in the first two movies, and I’m thrilled to see where this journey will take us next. The record-breaking box office success of Moana 2 just reaffirms Disney’s knack for creating timeless stories that resonate with audiences worldwide.

2024 has been quite the year for me as a gamer, with blockbusters like “Inside Out 2” and the dynamic duo of “Deadpool & Wolverine” raking in over a billion dollars each at the box office. The upcoming Disney release, “Moana 2”, is already creating buzz with its impressive earnings, making some movie enthusiasts speculate about a potential third installment.

Originally conceived as a series for Disney+, “Moana 2” later transitioned into a theatrical film this year. Released eight years after the first, the film features several original cast members such as Auli’i Cravalho (as Moana), Dwayne Johnson (Maui), Temuera Morrison (Tui), and Rachel House (Tala). In this Disney sequel, Moana embarks on a voyage across the waters of Oceania after receiving a message from her wandering ancestors. The movie hit cinemas on November 27 and promptly broke box office records.

Moana 3 Is Looking Likely at Disney

There’s been plenty of excitement surrounding the possibility of a Moana 2 , and it seems that discussions about a sequel have progressed to the point where Moana 3. According to reliable sources like Daniel Richtman on Patreon, Disney is reportedly working on this third installment. However, Disney has yet to make an official announcement about this project, and it might wait until one of its presentations or conventions in 2024 to confirm the news. If Moana 3 does indeed come to fruition, it would be only the second original animated movie from Disney to receive a third film in its franchise, following Frozen, for which the third movie is set to release in 2027.

In the closing moments of the latest Moana movie, hints were given about possible future tales by featuring a post-credits scene. This scene portrays the god of storms, Nalo, plotting revenge on Moana and Maui for disobeying him earlier. It’s also shown that Matangi is being held captive by Nalo, who intends to punish her for helping his enemies. Moreover, Tamatoa, the villainous crab from the first film, aligns with Nalo, expressing his desire for revenge against Moana as well. This scene paves the way for a potential Moana 3, where Moana and Maui confront their longstanding adversaries, Nalo and Tamatoa.

Moana 3 Seems Like a Safe Bet For Disney After Historic Box Office Earnings

It’s quite likely that Disney will produce a follow-up to “Moana 2” given its impressive box office performance. In just six days, it raked in an astounding $404.5 million, as reported by Deadline, making it one of the top ten highest-grossing films of the year thus far. Furthermore, it broke the Thanksgiving box office record with a massive $225 million domestic gross, surpassing previous record holders like “Frozen II” and “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire”. Remarkably, these earnings even surpassed the initial debut of the original “Moana” film, which amassed a total of $687.2 million worldwide. With such strong numbers, it’s expected that Moana 2 will easily surpass this figure in the coming weeks.

Although it might be several years until “Moana 3” hits theaters, audiences can look forward to seeing the protagonist once more in another form, as Disney progresses with its live-action remake of the original film. Dwayne Johnson will reprise his role as Maui, while Catherine Laga’aia is cast as Moana. The film is slated for a 2026 premiere.

Moana 2 is currently playing in theaters worldwide.

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2024-12-05 03:24