Moana 2 sails onto the screen with a bounty of fresh Easter eggs and clever references for fans to devour. It blends nostalgic callbacks with fresh, inventive details as Disney’s beloved, slightly grown up heroine returns. This wholesome sequel ensures every frame is brimming with surprises for sharp-eyed viewers as the filmmakers tip their hat to the original film. Some of the best callbacks to the first Moana, like Maui’s humorous half-shark transformation or Moana’s Wayfinder house, consistently prove that this movie is quite obviously a tribute just as much as it's a continuation.

Fans will find plenty to adore as familiar faces and hidden details come together to celebrate this highly-anticipated sequel. Moana 2 expands on its prototype with even more ambitious storytelling, shown through examples like Moana 2's gossip-worthy post-credits scene or a sly nod to Peter Pan. It's packed with layers for audiences to uncover,...