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Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is making waves with his new look. The 55-year-old was spotted in full costume as his character Maui while filming the live-action remake of Disney's Moana in Hawaii, and he looked nearly identical to his animated counterpart. During the Nov.
21 shooting day, Dwayne went shirtless—showing off his abs and full chest of tattoos—while rocking a traditional Ti leaf skirt and forearm guards. He topped off the 'fit by donning a whale-tooth necklace and tying his long wig in a half-up hair style. And those aren't the only signature Maui items that the Red One star—who also voices the demigod sidekick in the 2016 animated original and its upcoming sequel —was spotted sporting.
At one point, Dwayne was also seen carrying his character's trademark fishhook. And while the rest of the costumes have yet to be unveiled, the cast set to join Dwayne on set has been revealed. Back in June, Disney announced that Catherine Laga’aia would take on the titular role of Moana, while John Tui will play her father Chief Tui.
Plus, Frankie Adams will portray Moana’s mother Sina and Rena Owen is stepping in as Gramma Tala. For Catherine, she's most excited for the opportunity to tell such an empowering story through the live-action version, which is slated to be released July 10, 2026. "I’m honored to have an opportunity to celebrate Samoa and all Pacific Island peoples," she shared in a June statement to Disney , "and to represent young girls who look like me.
” As for Dwayne? The former WWE star—who is dad to daughters Jasmine , 8, and Tiana , 6, with wife Lauren Hashian , as well as daughter Simone , 23, with ex Dany Garcia — echoed Catherine's sentiment that inspiring young girls to see how far they can go is an important theme throughout the franchise. "I think that the main thing about Moana is this idea of female empowerment," Dwayne previously told E! News , "and this idea that we always say, ‘What's it like being on the reef and looking beyond the reef?'" In fact, he's really impressed with how Moana 2 , which hits theaters Nov. 27, expands upon that idea.
"It's this idea that what people like to do—especially to young girls—is kind of constrain them," he continued, "and pretzel them into, ‘You can only be so much.' But in Moana 2 , you can actually be anything you want." To catch up on more upcoming movie releases, keep reading.
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Where to Watch: In theaters Hot Frosty - November 13 Lacey Chabert and Dustin Milligan star in this cozy Netflix rom-com that asks the age-old question: When a young widow's magic scarf brings a dashing snowman to life, can he help her rediscover romance, laughter and holiday cheer before he melts away? Where to Watch: Netflix Red One - November 15 After Santa Claus – Code Name: RED ONE – is kidnapped, the North Pole's Head of Security ( Dwayne Johnson ) must team up with the world’s most infamous bounty hunter ( Chris Evans ) in an action-packed mission to save Christmas. Where to Watch: In theaters The Merry Gentlemen - November 20 Where to Watch: Netflix Wicked - November 22 The long-awaited movie adaptation of the Broadway musical, starring Ariana Grande , Cynthia Erivo , Jeff Goldblum , Jonathan Bailey , Michelle Yeoh and more. Where to Watch: In theaters Gladiator II - November 22 Director Ridley Scott 's follow-up to his 2000 historical drama boasts an all-star cast including Paul Mescal , Pedro Pascal , Denzel Washington and Joseph Quinn .
Where to watch: In theaters Blitz - November 22 This historical drama stars Saoirse Ronan as a mother searching for her missing son during World War II. Where to Watch: In select theaters Nov. 1, and then streaming on Apple TV+ on Nov.
22 Spellbound - November 22 Boasting an all-star cast including Rachel Zegler and Nicole Kidman , this animated adventure follows a teenage princess who must save her family and kingdom after a mysterious spell transforms her parents into monsters. Where to Watch: Netflix Our Little Secret - November 27 The Lohanaissance continues! Lindsay Lohan and Pretty Little Liars ' Ian Harding star in this holiday rom-com about two resentful exes who are forced to spend Christmas under the same roof after discovering that their current partners are siblings. Where to Watch: Netflix Moana 2 - November 27 Now joined by her little sister Simea, Moana embarks on a new voyage to the far seas of Oceania.
Where to watch: In theaters Maria - November 27 Academy Award winner Angelina Jolie stars as legendary opera singer Maria Callas in this reimagining of the diva's final days. Where to Watch: Netflix Unstoppable - December 6 Jennifer Lopez and Jharrel Jerome star in the inspiring true story of Anthony Robles , who was born with one leg and defied every expectation to become a national wrestling champion. Where to Watch: In theaters Dec.
6, and then streaming on Prime Video Jan. 16, 2025 The Six Triple Eight - December 6 During World War II, the US Army's only all-Black, all-women battalion takes on an impossible mission in this drama based on a true story. Written and directed by Tyler Perry , the film stars Kerry Washington as Major Charity Adams.
Where to Watch: In select theaters Dec. 6, then streaming on Neflix Dec. 20 That Christmas - December 6 Love Actually director Richard Curtis returns with a series of animated holiday stories that are sure to ease you into the season of giving.
Where to Watch: Netflix Nightbitch - December 6 Based on the best-selling novel by Rachel Yoder , this surreal dark comedy stars Amy Adams as a woman who pauses her career to be a stay-at-home mom, but soon finds her maternal instincts taking on canine form. Where to Watch: In theaters Carry-On - December 13 In this thriller, Taron Egerton plays a TSA agent pitted against a mysterious traveler, who blackmails him into letting a dangerous package slip onto a Christmas Eve flight. Where to Watch: Netflix On Becoming a Guinea Fowl - December 13 After premiering at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, this family comedy/drama from Zambian-Welsh director Rungano Nyoni gets a theatrical release from A24.
Where to Watch: In select theaters Kraven the Hunter - December 13 Aaron Taylor-Johnson , Ariana DeBose and Russell Crowe star in this superhero film featuring the Marvel Comics character of the same name. Where to Watch: In theaters The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim - December 13 Tolkien meets anime in this return to the Lord of the Rings universe from Japanese director Kenji Kamiyama. Where to Watch: In theaters Mufasa: The Lion King - December 20 Blue Ivy Carter makes her film debut alongside mom Beyoncé in this sequel that explores the origins of Simba's father.
Where to Watch: In theaters Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - December 20 Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. Jim Carrey and James Marsden also return in this CGI-animated live-action sequel. Where to Watch: In theaters A Complete Unknown - December 25 Timothée Chalamet stars and sings as Bob Dylan in this true story behind the rise of the iconic singer-songwriter.
Where to Watch: In theaters Nosferatu - December 25 The horror classic gets a revamp courtesy of director Robert Eggers and an all-star cast including Nicholas Hoult , Bill Skarsgard , Lily-Rose Depp , Willem Dafoe and Emma Corrin . Where to Watch: In theaters Babygirl - December 25 Nicole Kidman plays a high-powered CEO who puts her career and family on the line when she begins an affair with her much younger intern. Where to Watch: In theaters Paddington in Peru - January 17, 2025 Everyone's favorite marmalade sandwich-loving bear returns for a third installment, in which Paddington and his adopted family, the Browns, decide to visit his aunt Lucy in Peru.
Where to Watch: In theaters Back in Action - January 17, 2025 Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx make a welcome return to our screens in this action-comedy about two former CIA spies who are pulled back into the world of espionage when their cover is blown. Also starring Glenn Close , Kyle Chandler and Andrew Scott . Where to Watch: Streaming on Netflix Flight Risk - January 24, 2025 A suspense thriller starring Mark Wahlberg as a pilot transporting an Air Marshal ( Michelle Dockery ) and a fugitive ( Topher Grace ) to trial.
Where to Watch: In theaters One of Them Days - January 24, 2025 Keke Palmer and SZA star as roommates Dreux and Alyssa in this comedy produced by Issa Rae . When they discover Alyssa's boyfriend has blown their rent money, the duo finds themselves going to extremes in a race against the clock to avoid eviction and keep their friendship intact. Where to Watch: In theaters.
