‘Moana 2’ Sparks Copyright Lawsuit as Animator Revives Idea Theft Claims
Buck Woodall claims the awards contender stole ideas from a screenplay he wrote, while Disney says the works aren't similar.
Animator Sues Disney for $10 Billion Claiming Company Stole Idea for “Moana” and Its Sequel
Disney is being sued over the Moana franchise. On Friday, Jan. 10, animator Buck Woodall filed a lawsuit against the Walt Disney Company, its various film, television and animatio
Disney sued for allegedly copying the idea for Moana and its sequel
Animator Buck Woodall has sued Disney, alleging the company copied elements of his screenplay for "Bucky" to create "Moana" and its sequel.
‘Moana 2’ Lawsuit Accuses Disney Of Ripping Off Copyrighted Screenplay
On Friday, animator Buck Woodall sought legal action against Disney, accusing the company of copying components of an animated film he wrote, “Bucky” and using them to create the Moana movies.
Disney accused of Moana-based copyright infringement, again
Woodall seeks 2.5% of Moana 2’s gross revenue, or roughly $10 billion, and a court order to prevent further infringement. Since its release in November 2024, Moana 2 has grossed $989 million worldwide.
Writer sues Disney for $10B, claiming 'breathtaking' similarities between his script and 'Moana' movies
A film worker is suing Disney for $10 billion, claiming the "Moana" franchise shares "breathtaking" similarities to work he once pitched to a production studio.
Animator sues Disney claiming “Moana 2” copyright infringement
Animator Buck Woodall claims former Mandeville Films development director Jenny Marchick passed his "substantially similar" screenplay to Disney years before "Moana" premiered.
Why is Disney being sued for billions over 'Moana 2'?
Disney has been hit with a copyright lawsuit alleging that the popular Moana franchise was lifted from a decades-old screenplay without the writer's consent. The writer is now suing for $10billion in a new copyright claim.
Moana 2' s success may be getting Disney into a costly legal case!
A new lawsuit alleges Disney stole the story idea for Moana and the original creator wants a hefty price in return!
When will 'Moana 2' be available to stream and watch at home? The latest
Disney’s "Moana 2," the highly anticipated sequel to the 2016 animated hit, premiered exclusively in theaters on Nov. 27.
Box Office: ‘Den of Thieves 2’ Opens to Winning $15.5M; ‘Moana 2’ Nears $1B Globally
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Moana 2 confirms digital release date as it nears $1 billion worldwide
Moana 2 is close to sailing past $1 billion worldwide (it currently stands at $990 million), and will soon be available to watch at home.
Moana 2 Worldwide Box Office: Earns Staggering Profits Of 543%, Set To Beat Despicable Me 4!
The Disney sequel, Moana 2 has earned a profit of 543.6% after running in the theatres for 45 days. Read more.
Cineplex Posts Blockbuster Year-End 2024 on ‘Moana 2,' ‘Wicked' Box Office Boost
Despite Thanksgiving holdovers and more year-end releases, the Canadian exhibitor said domestic ticket sales in December, ...
Auliʻi Cravalho Goes Strapless in Floral Embellished Shushu/Tong Dress for ‘Seth Meyers’ Appearance, Talks ‘Moana’
Auliʻi Cravalho brought flower power to New York City for her appearance on “ Late Night with Seth Meyers ” on Thursday. The ...
‘Moana 2′ director walks the Golden Globes red carpet wearing Hawaii designer
Dana Ledoux Miller, director and co-writer for “Moana 2,” was spotted wearing a design by Manaola at the Golden Globe Awards.
Moana 2 Review: Moana & Maui Return
Moana 2 (2024) continues Moana's journey with Maui, exploring new uncharted waters. Auli'i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson return. Read our review.