The first two Moana movies have taken the world by storm and they’re not slowing down anytime soon! From the original 2016 masterpiece that introduced us to the brave wayfinder Moana and the larger-than-life demigod Maui, to the amazing Moana 2 that sailed into theaters in 2024, this Disney franchise has captured hearts across generations! Our own family had a large family outing with all the cousins, aunts, and grandparents to see Moana 2. It is a memory we’ll hold forever!
With the highly anticipated live-action Moana movie officially set to hit theaters in summer 2026 (starring Dwayne Johnson as Maui!), the ocean is clearly still calling! Whether you grew up singing “How Far I’ll Go” at the top of your lungs, laughed until you cried at Maui’s over-the-top bragging in “You’re Welcome,” or found yourself tearing up during Moana 2’s emotional new anthems like “Beyond” and “Can I Get a Chee Hoo?,” there is likely a quote in this story that speaks directly to your soul.
34 Best Quotes From Moana and Moana 2
Maybe you have that one line you quote every time life gets tough. Maybe you drop a sassy Maui one-liner to make your friends laugh. Or maybe you whisper “The ocean chose me” whenever you need a little bit of lighthearted encouragement.
Whatever your favorite moment is, we’ve rounded up the most iconic, inspiring, hilarious, and tear-jerking Moana and Moana 2 quotes — all in one place. Get ready to laugh, cry, and feel the call of the sea all over again as we dive into the best lines from both movies that continue to inspire people all over the world.
Inspirational Moana Movie Quotes:
1. “Do you really think our ancestors stayed within the reef?” – Gramma Tala
2. “In the beginning, there was only ocean.” – Gramma Tala
3. “They have stolen the heart from inside you. But this does not define you. This is not who you are. You know who you are… who you truly are.” — Moana
4. “I am Moana of Motunui. You will board my boat, sail across the sea, and restore the heart of Te Fiti.” – Moana
5. “There comes a day when you’re gonna look around and realize happiness is where you are.” — Chief Tui
6. “The people you love will change you. The things you love will shape you.” — Grandma Tala
7. “But one day, someone will journey beyond our reef, find Maui, deliver him across the great ocean to restore the heart of Te Fiti.” – Gramma Tala
Humorous Moana Movie Quotes:
8. “I’m not here to cause trouble. Just a super chiseled demigod passing through.” — Maui
9. “Boat snack! … Boat snack upgrade! Bacon and eggs?” — Maui
10. “Now I kind of miss the giant lava monster.” — Maui
11. “Are you just trying to get me to talk about myself? Because if you are … I will gladly do so—in song form!” – Tamatoa
12. “If you wear a dress and have an animal sidekick, you’re a princess.” — Maui
13. “When you use a bird to write with, it’s called tweeting.” — Maui
14. “What can I say except, ‘You’re welcome.’ For the islands I pulled from the sea …” — Maui
15. “I’m the village crazy lady—that’s my job.” – Gramma Tala
16. “Whatever Just happened…blame it on the pig.” Gramma Tala
17. “I ate my grandma! And it took a week because she was absolutely humongous.” – Tamatoa
18. “Okay, first, I’m not a princess, I’m the daughter of the chief.” — Moana (Moana is one of the 12th official Disney princess!)
Moana Quote About Facing Our Fears:
19. “No one goes beyond the reef!” – Chief Tui
20. “The ocean chose me.” – Moana
21. “What if we fish beyond the reef?” – Moana
22. “Fear’s part of the ride.” — Maui
23. “Sometimes our strengths lie beneath the surface … far beneath, in some cases.” — Moana
24. “The call isn’t out there at all; it’s inside me.” — Moana
Believing In Yourself Quotes:
25. “I’m not giving up. I’m going to be the best wayfinder ever.” – Moana\
26. “I can’t see where your story leads, but we never stop choosing who we are.” – Gramma Tala
27. “For some things, we never feel ready.” – Sina
28. “They have stolen the heart from inside you … But this does not define you. This is not who you are. You know who you are.” – from the song “Know Who You Are
29. “We never stop choosing who we are.” — Moana
30. “You’re welcome to stay, but I’m going to the ocean.” – Moana
31. “I know a girl from Moana, she’s got the guts!” – Moana (Song: “How Far I’ll Go”)
32. “You know who you are. You know what you have to do. The ocean is calling you.” – Gramma Tala
33. “I know it’s not a lot, but it’s the best I can do.” – Moana
34. “When I was a little girl, I used to think that I’d never be the one who had to take on all the responsibility. But then I realized, I was.” – Moana
Those are our 34 favorite quotes from the Moana movies! We hope this list makes you smile and reminds you of the fun and memories that the Moana movies bring us. If you have a Moana loving little girl, check out our favorite Moana dresses!
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