Moana Live-Action Sets Digital Release for Sept. 8: Blu-ray, DVD and 4K Dates Revealed
Disney’s live-action “Moana” is heading to home entertainment, with the film set to arrive on digital platforms on Sept. 8, 2026, followed by its physical release on Oct. 6.
The live-action remake, which stars Catherine Lagaʻaia as Moana and Dwayne Johnson as Maui, opened in theaters on July 10. Disney’s official movie page lists the film as a PG-rated, 1-hour-55-minute live-action adventure directed by Thomas Kail, best known for “Hamilton.”
When does the live-action Moana come out digitally?
The live-action “Moana” will be available to buy digitally on Sept. 8, 2026.
Variety reports that the movie will be available to buy or rent through digital platforms including Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango beginning Sept. 8.
That gives audiences who missed the movie in theaters an opportunity to watch Disney’s live-action reimagining at home.
When is Moana coming to Blu-ray and DVD?
The physical home release is scheduled for Oct. 6, 2026.
That release will include:
- 4K Ultra HD
- Blu-ray
- DVD
- Limited-edition 4K UHD SteelBook
The SteelBook edition features Lagaʻaia and Johnson as Moana and Maui, alongside Pua and Heihei.
WDW News Today also reported the Sept. 8 digital and Oct. 6 physical release dates after Disney Studios announced the dates on Sept. 1.
What bonus features are included?
The home editions will include several behind-the-scenes features exploring how the animated classic was recreated in live action.
Among the bonus material are:
- “Sing Along With the Movie”
- “First Light” — a look at the making of the live-action film
- “It Calls Me” — the search for Catherine Lagaʻaia
- “Whole Family Proud” — featuring Rena Owen, John Tui and Frankie Adams
- “Motunui” — the creation of Moana’s island village
- “Move As One” — a look at the choreography
- “Island Fashion” — the development of the live-action costumes
- “Voices Return” — Lin-Manuel Miranda, Mark Mancina and Opetaia Foaʻi discuss the music
The release also includes the new song “Along the Way,” alongside songs from the original film.
Will there be a Moana three-film collection?
Yes.
Disney will also release a three-film collection containing the live-action “Moana,” the original 2016 animated “Moana” and “Moana 2.”
The collection is scheduled to become available digitally on Sept. 8 and on DVD on Oct. 6.
Who stars in the live-action Moana?
The cast includes:
- Catherine Lagaʻaia as Moana
- Dwayne Johnson as Maui
- Rena Owen as Gramma Tala
- John Tui as Chief Tui
- Frankie Adams as Sina
Lagaʻaia takes over the title role from Auliʻi Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the animated films. Johnson returns as Maui after playing the character in the original “Moana” and “Moana 2.” Disney confirms Lagaʻaia and Johnson as the leads in the 2026 adaptation.
What is the live-action Moana about?
The story follows Moana, a young voyager from Motunui who answers the call of the Ocean and travels beyond the reef to help restore prosperity to her people.
She joins forces with Maui, the shape-shifting demigod, on an adventure that brings the familiar animated story into a live-action setting.
Disney released the movie theatrically on July 10, 2026 in the U.S.
Moana’s home release follows a disappointing box-office run
The home-video announcement comes after the live-action remake delivered a weaker theatrical performance than Disney’s previous “Moana” films.
According to the reports supplied for this release, the live-action film earned about $315 million worldwide, while the original 2016 animated “Moana” grossed roughly $684 million worldwide. “Moana 2,” released in 2024, crossed the $1 billion mark.
The live-action film opened to about $43.1 million domestically, according to Variety’s report.
Despite the box-office performance, the movie received a stronger audience response than its critics’ score. WDW News Today reports a 32% critics score and 88% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, along with a 42/100 Metacritic score and an A- CinemaScore.
Is Moana coming to Disney+?
Disney has not announced a Disney+ streaming date in the release information available so far.
The Sept. 8 date is for the film’s digital home release, while the physical 4K, Blu-ray and DVD editions arrive Oct. 6.
Disney’s current official movie page still identifies “Moana” as its 2026 live-action theatrical release.
Moana 2026 Home Release Dates
| Release | Date |
|---|---|
| Digital | Sept. 8, 2026 |
| 4K Ultra HD | Oct. 6, 2026 |
| Blu-ray | Oct. 6, 2026 |
| DVD | Oct. 6, 2026 |
| 4K UHD SteelBook | Oct. 6, 2026 |
| Three-film collection | Digital Sept. 8 / DVD Oct. 6 |
The live-action “Moana” is therefore moving to home entertainment less than two months after its theatrical debut, giving fans a chance to revisit the Disney adventure at home beginning Sept. 8.
