“We expect the live-action Moana to be a strong title on Disney+, building on the success of the original film … and extending the reach of the franchise, which now includes three films, a themed area at EPCOT, and a robust global merchandise business.”

Disney · said 2026-08-05 · reported 2026-08-05

Disney acknowledged that live-action Moana underperformed at the box office but noted its other contributions to the flywheel.