Moana opens with $95 million worldwide, Dwayne Johnson film faces large loss
Originally published Jul 12, 2026
By Anthonypauldalessandro · Deadline
AI-generated summary based on Deadline · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jul 12, 2026
Key points
- Moana earned about $95 million worldwide in its opening weekend.
- The Dwayne Johnson film is expected to lose $100‑125 million.
- Analysts cite marketing strength and family appeal for Moana's success.
- High production costs and competition affect the Johnson project's outlook.
Disney's live‑action remake of Moana earned approximately $95 million in its opening weekend globally, marking a strong start for the studio’s latest release. In contrast, an upcoming Dwayne Johnson picture is projected to lose between $100 million and $125 million based on early financial forecasts.
Analysts attribute Moana's performance to robust international marketing and family‑friendly appeal, while the Johnson project faces challenges from high production costs and a crowded release calendar. Both outcomes highlight Disney’s mixed results as it balances new franchise entries with legacy properties.
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