In fact, it wasthe MOST-streamedmovie of 2023, clocking 11.6 BILLION minutes viewed.

The film is set three years after the events of the original movie.

5.Lin-Manuel Miranda did not return to write the music forMoana 2.

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“The Polynesian cultural significance of the role and our story has touched families around the world and has easily become one of my truest honors to bring to life and share."

Instead, the creative team turned to musicians Barlow & Bear who (somewhatcontroversially) penned the popularBridgertonfan musical.

By the time of the Feb. 2024 surprise announcement this clearly changed and the rest is history.

Sounds exciting!

Moana and Maui sail on a boat, exchanging determined looks. Moana wears a traditional Polynesian outfit; Maui has tattoos covering his arm and chest

We’ll be sure to keep you updated as we continue to hear more about the project.

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Moana and Maui, from the movie "Moana," on a boat at sea with a glowing whale shark in the water below, set against a starry night sky

Auli'i Cravalho stands in front of Disney Animation Building with Sorcerer's Hat, smiling and excited. Text overlay: "The feeling when you're officially returning to Motunui."

Tweet from Dwayne Johnson about his return as Maui in Moana 2, highlighting cultural significance, new characters, and release date of November 27, 2023, #Moana2

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Auli'i Cravalho, and Dwayne Johnson at an event. Auli'i is wearing a blue dress with a floral hair accessory, and Dwayne has a floral lei

Performers dance in front of a screen displaying "Disney Moana 2, only in theaters November 21," with a tropical background

Moana stands on a beach at sunset with a paddle in the sand beside her, taking in the view. Palm trees and the ocean are visible

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