‘Moana’ Misfires With $43M U.S. Opening; Looks To Horizon With A- CinemaScore – Sunday Box Office Update

Disney's live-action adaptation of "Moana" struggled at the U.S. box office, earning just $43 million over the weekend, significantly below expectations. This underwhelming performance is even more notable considering the global disappointment, with a total of $95 million worldwide falling short of the anticipated $130 million. Despite the box office setback, the film received an A CinemaScore, suggesting strong audience approval. The disappointing results highlight challenges Disney faces in translating animated successes into live-action hits.