Moana (1926): cast, story & where to watch
1926 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1926, Moana is a documentary film directed by Robert Flaherty, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. Robert J. Flaherty's South Seas follow-up to Nanook of the North is a Gauguin idyll moved by "pride of beauty... pride of strength."
Who’s in it. Moana stars Ta'avale as Moana, Fa'amgase as Moana's Fiancé, Tama as Moana's Father and T'ugaita as Moana's Mother, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Moana has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Moana page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Moana (1926)?
- In US, Moana is available to stream on HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Moana worth watching?
- Moana holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Moana?
- Moana stars Ta'avale, Fa'amgase, Tama, T'ugaita and Pe'a.
- When was Moana released?
- Moana was released in 1926, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.