Main Voice Cast of Moana
Auliʻi Cravalho voiced Moana in the original 2016 Disney animated film. Dwayne Johnson played Maui, while Rachel House portrayed the village chief, Tui. Temuera Morrison voiced Tui's wife, Sina. The cast was selected for vocal performance and cultural fit.
Supporting Voices and Music Performers
Nicole Scherzinger provided the singing voice for the villainous Te Kā. Christopher Jackson voiced the ocean spirit, and Alan Tudyk played the comedic rooster, Heihei. The soundtrack featured additional vocal performances recorded in both English and Māori language versions.
Casting Process and Cultural Advisors
Disney held open auditions across the United States, New Zealand, and Australia to find Moana's voice. The studio consulted Pacific Islander cultural advisors to ensure accurate representation. More details on the casting are available on the official Disney site Moana.
