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Disney's Moana Franchise Returns to Streaming
Disney's $2 billion Moana franchise jumps back to Disney+ Top 10 ahead of live-action release.
In brief
Disney's $2 billion Moana franchise jumps back to Disney+ Top 10 ahead of live-action release. Disney's Moana franchise, including two animated films and a live-action remake, has earned $2.01 billion globally and ranks in Disney+'s Top 10 US streaming with a new release coming October 21, 2026. Originally reported by…
Moana Franchise Returns
Disney's $2 billion fantasy adventure franchise is roaring back to life on streaming ahead of a major new release.
Moana Franchise Details
The original Moana film follows lead character Moana who travels across the ocean to restore the goddess Te Fiti's relic.
Moana Franchise Timeline
Moana released in 2016, followed by Moana 2 in 2024, and a live-action remake in early 2026.
Streaming Success
As of October 20, 2026, both Moana movies rank in Disney+'s US Top 10 with original Moana at Number 5 and Moana 2 at Number 9.
Franchise Revenue
The franchise has made $1.7 billion worldwide from animated films and $2.01 billion total including live-action remake.
Upcoming Release
The live-action Moana movie will release on Disney+ on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, one day after streaming success.
The essence
Disney's Moana franchise, including two animated films and a live-action remake, has earned $2.01 billion globally and ranks in Disney+'s Top 10 US streaming with a new release coming October 21, 2026.
