Following Zootopia with Moana helped Walt Disney Animation soar ahead of its in-house rival, Pixar, who was content to crank out a charming sequel in Finding Dory (as they prepare to release yet another sequel next year in Cars 3).
Moana has continued an unprecedented year for Walt Disney Animation, who delivered two movies in one calendar frame that actually are considered instant classics.
Earlier in 2016, Walt Disney surprised audiences with the energetic, hilarious and socially relevant Zootopia, pairing an earnest bunny with an egotistical fox.