Moana is a young girl who lives on the island of Motunui. She loves the ocean and feels a strong connection to it, but her father, the chief, forbids her from going beyond the reef. As the islandβs resources start to disappear, Moana feels called to do something to help.
Her grandmother tells her the legend of Te Fiti, a goddess who created life. The heart of Te Fiti was stolen by the demigod Maui, causing darkness to spread. The ocean chooses Moana to return the heart and restore balance to the world.
Moana sets sail on a brave journey and finds Maui. At first, he refuses to help, but they eventually become a team. They face many dangers, including monsters and storms, as they try to return the heart and find Te Fiti.