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Moana among worst-performing Disney films after disappointing start

Moana among worst-performing Disney films after disappointing start

Disney's new live-action remake of the 2016 film Moana, released in the Netherlands as Vaiana, had a disappointing opening weekend. The film grossed 95 million dollars globally, marking it as one of the weakest box office performances for a Disney live-action remake.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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