Less than a decade after the original animation made waves, Disney is releasing its live-action version of Moana next year! With a nearly all-new cast, the movie will explore the same plot as the 2016 film, and sees the return of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as Maui. So, who else is a part of the ensemble?
Without further ado, get to know the main cast of Disney’s live-action Moana here!
Dwayne Johnson – Maui
Dwayne is stepping back into his iconic role as Maui, the playful character loosely based on the Polynesian mythological figure Māui. The animated character is best known for his memorable song “You’re Welcome” from the original 2016 movie.
As most fans already know, Dwayne is a pro wrestler-turned-movie star, whose roles include Get Smart, The Game Plan, San Andreas, Bay

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