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Disney debuts new 'Moana' featurette breaking down Lin-Manuel Miranda's new song 'Along The Way'
By OTRC at ABC13 Houston (KTRK)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
Go behind the scenes of the new live-action "Moana" song! Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda bring Catherine Laga'aia, Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson into the studio to create "Along The Way." "Moana" premieres in theaters July 10.
Key takeaway " "Moana" premieres in theaters July 10.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The upcoming release of the live-action "Moana" film is likely to generate buzz among families and moviegoers in Magnolia , who will be able to catch the film at local theaters. With its premiere set for July 10, residents can look forward to a summer blockbuster that promises to bring a beloved story to life. The involvement of Lin-Manuel Miranda in creating original music for the film, including the new song "Along The Way," may also pique the interest of local music and arts enthusiasts. As the film's release approaches, Magnolia parents and caregivers may want to mark their calendars for a fun and family-friendly outing to the movies. The local theater scene will likely benefit from the film's release, providing a welcome boost to area businesses that rely on summer movie traffic.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston (KTRK) ·
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What is this story about? Go behind the scenes of the new live-action "Moana" song! Watch Lin-Manuel Miranda bring Catherine Laga'aia, Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson into the studio to create "Along The Way." "Moana" premieres in theaters July 10.
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