US EditionJason Momoa Plays 'Chief of War' in Trailer for Apple TV+ Series
HAWAII, AUG 1 – The nine-episode series centers on Native Hawaiian warrior Ka'iana's quest to unite the islands before Western colonization, featuring a predominantly Polynesian cast and indigenous perspectives.
- Apple TV+ premieres the nine-episode series Chief of War starring Jason Momoa on August 1 with two episodes released simultaneously and weekly thereafter.
- Momoa co-created the series with Thomas Paʻa Sibbett, drawing on their native Hawaiian heritage to depict true 18th-century events amid approaching Western colonization.
- The story follows warrior Ka‘iana, portrayed by Momoa, as he seeks to protect his family, unify the islands, and prepare for conflict while supporting King Kahekili.
- In the trailer, Ka‘iana expresses his desire to prevent his family from becoming involved in an unnecessary conflict, emphasizing the series' indigenous viewpoint on the themes of unification and colonization.
- Chief of War represents a personal passion project for Momoa and Sibbett and reflects Apple TV+'s growing focus on diverse indigenous stories with broad audience appeal.
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