Moana (2016)
Kernel Score: 85% · 13,576 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Adventure, Comedy, Family, Animation
Released: 2016-10-13
Runtime: 107 minutes
Is Moana worth watching?
Must-watch. A Pacific island girl sails out to save her people with a rascal demigod. It's bright and tuneful, with a spirited heroine, funny supporting characters and great songs.
Watch it if you
- like musicals
- want a lively family adventure
- enjoy strong heroines
Skip it if you
- dislike songs
- want a tough story
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Moana
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
In Ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by Maui reaches an impetuous Chieftain's daughter's island, she answers the Ocean's call to seek out the demigod to set things right.
Moana parents' guide: ages 5+
Parents need to know that Moana is a PG family animated adventure with a determined heroine, mild fantasy peril, and a villain/curse storyline.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Includes fantasy peril, a curse, and confrontations with a villain, but nothing graphic.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Moana
If you liked Moana, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Moana 2 (2024) — 77%: The sequel
- Tangled (2010) — 87%: Disney adventure with a spirited heroine
- Hercules (1997) — 85%: Disney adventure with a demigod hero
- Aladdin (1992) — 92%: Disney musical with magic
- The Little Mermaid (1989) — 89%: Disney musical about a girl and the sea
- The Sea Beast (2022) — 82%: Sea-adventure with a feisty hero
Director
Cast
- Auliʻi Cravalho as Moana (voice)
- Dwayne Johnson as Maui (voice)
- Rachel House as Gramma Tala (voice)
- Temuera Morrison as Chief Tui (voice)
- Jemaine Clement as Tamatoa (voice)
- Nicole Scherzinger as Sina (voice)
- Alan Tudyk as Heihei / Villager #3 (voice)
- Louise Bush as Toddler Moana (voice)
- Oscar Kightley as Fisherman (voice)
- Troy Polamalu as Villager #1 (voice)
Moana FAQ
Is Moana worth watching?
Must-watch. A Pacific island girl sails out to save her people with a rascal demigod. It's bright and tuneful, with a spirited heroine, funny supporting characters and great songs.
Where can I watch Moana?
In the US you can stream Moana on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Moana OK for kids?
Moana is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that Moana is a PG family animated adventure with a determined heroine, mild fantasy peril, and a villain/curse storyline.
What movies are like Moana?
If you liked Moana, try Moana 2, Tangled, Hercules and Aladdin.