Moana

2016·Movie
1h 47min·PG
75
GreatGoodWatch score

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Moana fingerprint

Stunning style, high energy.

Energy

Spectacular

  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about growing up and family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Coming of Age9

Humor

Some slapstick and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy6
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

Fantasy, growing up, and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in. Holds up on a rewatch.

  • World Immersion9
  • Rewatchability9
  • Dialogue Centrality7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and storytelling

  • Direction9
  • Acting8
  • Narrative Structure8

Style

Standout score, cinematography, and visual style

A distinctive visual signature.

  • Music Composition10
  • Music Centrality10
  • Cinematography9

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

The ocean is calling.

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.
Animated Musical AdventurePolynesian MythologyEmpowering Coming-of-AgeVibrant VisualsCatchy SongsHeartwarming JourneyFamily-Friendly FantasySelf-DiscoveryHero's Journey

Crew

Sequels and Prequels

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Questions about Moana

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Moana legally?

Moana is included with a subscription to Disney+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Moana worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6, Rotten Tomatoes 95%, and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Moana rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Moana?

1 h 47 min

Moana runs 1 h 47 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Moana?

Critics98
Audiences81

Not quite. Critics rate Moana higher (98) than audiences (81). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Moana a box office hit?

Budget$150 million
Box office$691 million

Yes. It cost about $150 million to make and earned $691 million worldwide, 4.6 times its budget.

What language is Moana in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Moana?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Moana in 84 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Moana use?

Creator CameoAll Myths Are TrueEnds with a SmileAside CommentYellow/Purple ContrastFailed a Spot CheckSadly MythtakenAge CutSistine StealNegated Moment of AwesomePredator-Prey FriendshipWalking Shirtless Sceneand 330 more

TV Tropes lists 342 storytelling tropes for Moana, including Creator Cameo, All Myths Are True, Ends with a Smile.

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