Within the historic drama sequence Chief of Struggle — streaming Friday on Apple TV+ — Jason Momoa performs warrior Ka‘iana. He’s determined to united warring Hawaiian islands in opposition to encroaching Western colonization, in line with the latest full-length trailer Apple TV+ dropped. At simply over 3 minutes in size and loaded with battle scenes in addition to scenes of native life, the trailer’s unusually in-depth. However now you may lastly watch the primary two episodes of the sequence.
The nine-episode drama follows all of the motion from an indigenous perspective. It comes from native Hawaiians Thomas Pa’a Sibbett and Momoa, who function government producers. Momoa additionally wrote it and stars in it.
Replace: Momoa’s Chief of Struggle began streaming on Apple TV+ Friday, August 1. It’s off to quick begin on Rottentomatoes.com with an 86% Recent score (although that’s primarily based on only a handful of opinions to date). USA Right now calls the present “triumphant” and The Guardian notes that Momoa’s character wrestles sharks and leads tons of battle scenes, however provides that loads of backstory makes the present “dense stuff.”
Jason Momoa races to unite Hawaii in opposition to colonization in <em>Chief of Struggle</em> in full-length trailer
The trailer hints at a present that immerses the viewers in a full spectrum of 18th century native Hawaiian life –tradition, spirtuality and warfare. Particularly warfare, amongst islands and in opposition to the west. And the solid is usually Polynesian, Apple TV+ stated. Together with Momoa (See), it stars Luciane Buchanan, Temuera Morrison, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, Cliff Curtis, newcomer Kaina Makua, Moses Items, Siua Ikale‘o, Brandon Finn, James Udom, Mainei Kinimaka, Te Kohe Tuhaka and Benjamin Hoetjes.
Watch the brand new in-depth trailer and browse rather more concerning the new present under.
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Chief of Struggle on Apple TV+: A historic epic from an indigenous perspective [Apple TV+ teaser trailer]
At first it seems to be like ripped, loin-cloth-wearing 18th century Hawaiian tribal chieftain Jason Momoa may select a path of peace relating to encroaching Europeans. However then he reveals himself to be the titular Chief of Struggle, in line with the gripping teaser trailer Apple TV+ dropped Wednesday for the fantastically photographed present. It seems to be epic.
The nine-episode historic drama premieres on Apple TV+ August 1. Momoa stars, writes and government produces what seems to be a deeply private venture for the actor of Native Hawaiian heritage.
Set in opposition to the gorgeous landscapes of Hawaii, Chief of Struggle chronicles the story of warrior Ka’iana (Momoa) throughout his quest to unify the Hawaiian islands within the late 18th century. Western colonization looms on the horizon. The sequence goals to inform this pivotal historic second from an indigenous perspective, Apple TV+ stated, offering viewers with a story hardly ever seen in mainstream leisure.
Momoa co-created the sequence with Thomas Pa’a Sibbett. Each share Native Hawaiian heritage and a dedication to genuine storytelling, Apple TV+ famous. This strategy extends to the predominantly Polynesian solid that includes notable abilities together with Luciane Buchanan, Temuera Morrison, Cliff Curtis and newcomer Kaina Makua.
Watch the Chief of Struggle teaser trailer:
Launch schedule and artistic crew
Following its August 1 premiere with two episodes, new installments will launch weekly by way of September 19. The manufacturing represents a major artistic endeavor for Apple TV+, with a formidable roster of expertise behind the scenes.
Doug Jung serves as showrunner whereas Justin Chon directs the opening episodes. Momoa himself directs the season finale. The sequence boasts a prestigious music pedigree with Academy Award-winner Hans Zimmer composing the theme music and co-producing the rating for all episodes alongside James Everingham.
Persevering with partnership between Momoa and Apple TV+
This new sequence follows Momoa’s earlier collaboration with Apple TV+ on the post-apocalyptic drama See, which ran for 3 profitable seasons. The actor seems to be deepening his relationship with the streaming service by way of this extra private venture that connects to his cultural heritage.
With its give attention to Hawaiian historical past and indigenous views, Chief of Struggle might doubtlessly resonate with viewers searching for extra numerous historic narratives and people who have adopted Momoa’s profession from Recreation of Thrones by way of Aquaman and past. See extra details about the present under.
Chief of Struggle Jason Momoa fights Hawaii colonization [Apple TV+ first look]
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In March 31’s first have a look at Chief of Struggle, motion star Momoa wears a loin material as he reminds us that Hawaiian warriors fought the forces of Western colonization within the late 18th century. The burly star of See on Apple TV+ co-created the upcoming new present, with himself main a largely Polynesian solid.
So Momoa, properly often called Baba Voss in See, Khal Drogo in Recreation of Thrones in addition to the titular aquatic super-hunk in Aquaman, doesn’t simply star in Chief of Struggle. He government produces and writes the epic drama sequence, as properly. And it could possibly be a captivating story of Hawaii’s historical past for many individuals who might not comprehend it.
Right here’s Apple TV+’s description:
“Set amidst the attractive backdrop of the islands of Hawai‘i, the nine-episode sequence is predicated on true occasions and follows warrior Ka‘iana, portrayed by Momoa, as he tries to unify the islands earlier than Western colonization within the late 18th century. Carried out by a predominantly Polynesian solid led by Momoa, Chief of Struggle follows the epic and unprecedented telling of the unification and colonization of Hawai‘i on the flip of the 18th century.”
The solid contains Luciane Buchanan, Temuera Morrison, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, Cliff Curtis, newcomer Kaina Makua, Moses Items, Siua Ikale‘o, Brandon Finn, James Udom, Mainei Kinimaka and Te Kohe Tuhaka, the streamer added.
Watch Momoa in See on Apple TV+ whilst you watch for Chief of Struggle
Whilst you wait, you may watch Momoa in three seasons of See streaming on Apple TV+. Chief of Struggle makes its international debut on Apple TV+ with the primary two episodes on Friday, August 1, 2025. New episodes comply with on Fridays by way of September 19.
Apple TV+ is accessible by subscription for $9.99 with a seven-day free trial. You can even get it by way of any tier of the Apple One subscription bundle. Clients who purchase a brand new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Mac or iPod contact can take pleasure in three months of Apple TV+ without cost.
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We first revealed this submit with the “first look” on March 31, 2025, up to date it with the teaser trailer and new data on Might 21, 2025, with a brand new in-depth trailer on July 11, 2025, after which with information of it streaming on August 1, 2025.