As Hawaii News reports, “Only 20 percent of “Chief of War” was filmed in Hawaii while 80 percent was filmed in New Zealand.” ...

The new Apple TV+ series “Chief of War,” starring Jason Momoa, is more than just a television show — it’s a breakthrough for ...

Jason Momoa’s new historical drama, Chief of War, has taken viewers back to a pivotal era in Hawaiian history. Premiered on ...

Chief of War season 1 premiered on Apple TV+ on August 1, 2025. The story centers on Kaʻiana, a Native Hawaiian warrior ...

In an interview with PEOPLE, Jason Momoa opens up about his new show 'Chief of War' premiering in his native Hawaii 27 years ...

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Chief of War, a new series led by Jason Momoa on Apple TV+, is an impressive — if occasionally dour — tour de force.

Over Hawaii’s century-long film history, it has served as the backdrop for many major productions, including “Blue Hawaii,” ...

Co-creator Jason Momoa stars as the late 18th century warrior Ka'iana in a story set at the intersection of the Hawaiian ...

Our Call: Stream it! Chief of War features a fully-invested Jason Momoa as it imagines the fractured society of 18th century ...

Nearly everything written about “Chief of War” — the new series set in 18th-century Hawaii for which the Honolulu-born Jason Momoa was a creator, writer, director and star — has referred to the show ...

Chief of War unpacks Hawaiian history through Kaʻiana’s journey. Dive into the series’ timeline, cast info, and streaming ...