Flounder making a cameo
Hey, we’re familiar with that fish! It’s not Nemo, but Flounder from The Little Mermaid, a much older and beloved fish character. Most Disney fans expected references to The Little Mermaid in Moana.
After all, both films feature an ocean theme and a strong female protagonist, making them Disney movie cousins. But it was easy to miss this small nod because it was so subtle. It occurs while Maui is singing, and a school of fish passes by, one of which is the adorable Flounder.