Moana Box Office Day 6: Adds $4.3 Million as Domestic Total Hits $59.2 Million
The $250 million Disney remake sailed into choppy waters with a domestic debut on par with 'Snow White,' leaving the studio hoping for a positive audience response to right the ship.
A Voyage into Familiar Waters
Moana, the beloved Polynesian heroine, has returned in a new live-action form, but the voyage is off to a rocky start.
Directed by Thomas Kail, the 115-minute film is a live-action retelling of the 2016 animated hit. It follows the same adventurous premise: teenage Moana answers the Ocean's call, voyaging beyond the reef of her island, Motunui, with the infamous demigod Maui. Their journey is a quest to restore prosperity to her people, blending family-friendly fantasy, comedy, and adventure.
The film sees Dwayne Johnson reprise his vocal role as the charismatic, shape-shifting demigod Maui, this time in live-action. The titular role of the brave voyager Moana is played by newcomer Catherine Lagaʻaia. The supporting cast includes Rena Owen as the wise Gramma Tala, John Tui as Chief Tui (Moana's father), and Frankie Adams as Sina (Moana's mother). Jemaine Clement also returns as the voice of the giant, treasure-obsessed crab Tamatoa.
The Box Office Story
Disney's expensive gamble is facing an uphill climb.
At the Box Office
Moana has grossed $59,240,463 at the domestic box office, 6 days into its theatrical run, while playing across 3,875 theaters. The film added $4,342,380 in its most recent day of release. Worldwide, it has taken in $100 million. It carries a reported production budget of $250 million.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much has 'Moana' made at the box office?
'Moana' has grossed $59,240,463 domestically, with $100 million worldwide.
What is the production budget of 'Moana'?
'Moana' was produced on a reported budget of $250 million before marketing.
How many theaters is 'Moana' playing in?
'Moana' is currently playing across 3,875 theaters.
How long has 'Moana' been in theaters?
'Moana' is 6 days into its theatrical run, adding $4,342,380 in its most recent day.
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