This 2026 adaptation update — films based on books — covers release dates, casts and streaming options for Moana, Verity and Sunrise on the Reaping. Disney Movies listing dates Moana to July 10, Just Jared dates Verity to Oct 2, Lionsgate dates Sunrise to Nov 20. Moana already moved to paid digital and disc, Verity stays a theater ticket for now, and Sunrise is an advance booking. Use the sections below to pick booking, purchase or waiting.
Table of Contents
- Moana From Theater to Home Video
- Verity Starts as a Theater-Only Release
- Sunrise on the Reaping Returns to the 50th Games
- What Should You Book, Buy or Wait For?
Moana From Theater to Home Video
Disney Movies lists the live-action Moana as a 1h 55min action-adventure that opened exclusively in theaters. Disney UK Press names newcomer Catherine Lagaʻaia as Moana, Dwayne Johnson as Maui and Thomas Kail as director. The same source names John Tui, Frankie Adams and Rena Owen in supporting roles. The Disney UK Press announcement sets premium digital purchase for Sept. 8 on Sky Store, Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.
It sets 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD for Oct. 6. That schedule fits households that missed theaters and want repeat home viewing. Just Jared reported Sept. 7 that no Disney+ subscription date had been set, so members must rent, buy or wait. Check store and disc listings for format and availability before planning a family night.
Verity Starts as a Theater-Only Release
Verity brings Colleen Hoover's novel to the screen as a studio feature. Just Jared reports Anne Hathaway plays Verity Crawford, Dakota Johnson plays Lowen Ashleigh and Josh Hartnett plays Jeremy. The film opened in U.S. theaters Oct.
2 through Amazon MGM Studios. The launch was theater-only, according to the Decider streaming guide. The same guide expects Prime Video and MGM+ after the theatrical window, so plan on theater or later VOD viewing. Book a theater seat for immediate viewing. Track Prime Video, MGM+ and VOD stores if you prefer to watch at home.
Sunrise on the Reaping Returns to the 50th Games
The Lionsgate investor announcement sets North American theater and IMAX opening for Nov. 20, 2026. The film adapts Suzanne Collins's novel and starts 24 years before Katniss, on the morning of the 50th Hunger Games. That contest is the Second Quarter Quell.
KICKS 99 reporting on the Lionsgate trailer lists Joseph Zada as 16-year-old Haymitch Abernathy alongside Whitney Peak, Mckenna Grace and Jesse Plemons. Elle Fanning, Ralph Fiennes, Glenn Close and Kieran Culkin also star, with Francis Lawrence directing. The November date makes this an advance hold, not a last-minute rental. North American viewers can compare standard theater and IMAX showtimes when booking opens.
What Should You Book, Buy or Wait For?
Match the film to your timing and access. Each title sits in a different release stage this fall.
Confirm format, outlet and showtime before paying, since listings vary by store and cinema. Start with digital stores for Moana, theater listings for Verity, and advance listings for Sunrise.
- Moana at home: choose Sept. 8 digital purchase on Sky Store, Amazon Prime Video or Apple TV, or Oct. 6 disc.
- Verity now: choose theater viewing, then watch for Prime Video, MGM+ and VOD listings.
- Sunrise next: hold Nov. 20 for North American theaters and IMAX.