Disney fans, rejoice! Moana 2 is already making waves ahead of its Thanksgiving 2024 release. Critics lucky enough to catch early screenings are calling the sequel a worthy follow-up to the 2016 classic. While full reviews remain under wraps until November 26, early reactions are lighting up social media with praise for its breathtaking animation, heartfelt story, and lovable new characters.
Mama’s Geeky summed it up best on X (formerly Twitter), calling Moana 2 “hilarious, emotional, empowering, and stunning.” Many fans will be thrilled to know the original cast returns, including Auliʻi Cravalho as Moana and Dwayne Johnson as Maui, with fresh faces like Rose Matafeo and Hualālai Chung joining the crew.
Critics are also raving about Moana’s little sister, who’s being hailed as a new scene-stealer. But not everything hits the high notes—the music, a standout feature of the first film, hasn’t quite recaptured the magic. As one early reviewer put it, the songs are still fun but not as catchy as the beloved originals.
Set three years after Moana’s first journey, the sequel dives deeper into Polynesian lore, offering a story filled with laughs, adventure, and emotional moments. With projected opening weekend numbers exceeding $100 million, Moana 2 is already poised to break records and become Disney’s next animated triumph.
Whether you’re in it for the stunning visuals, the laughs, or the love for the original, Moana 2 promises to be a must-watch over the holiday weekend. Catch it in theaters and see if it sails into your heart like the first!
