Apple TV+ has unveiled the full trailer for its epic historical drama ‘Chief of War,’ starring, written and executive produced by Jason Momoa.
Set amidst the beautiful backdrop of the islands of Hawai‘i, the nine-episode series, based on true events, follows warrior Ka’iana, portrayed by Momoa, as he tries to unify the islands before Western colonisation in the late 18th century.
Told from an indigenous perspective, the story is a passion project for creators, Momoa and Thomas Pa’a Sibbett, who both share native Hawaiian heritage. The series features a predominantly Polynesian cast, led by Momoa alongside Luciane Buchanan, Temuera Morrison, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, Cliff Curtis, newcomer Kaina Makua, Moses Goods, Siua Ikale’o, Brandon Finn, James Udom, Mainei Kinimaka, Te Kohe Tuhaka and Benjamin Hoetjes.
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The series will make its global debut on Apple TV+ with the first two episodes on Friday, 1 August 2025, followed by new episodes every Friday through 19 September.