The new Apple TV+ series “Chief of War,” starring Jason Momoa, is more than just a television show — it’s a breakthrough for Hawaiian storytelling and representation. For the first time, authentic Hawaiian history is being told on a major streaming platform,

The Gilded Age is raising the stakes this season by seemingly killing off a second main character. During the Sunday, August 3, episode of the hit HBO series, George Russell (Morgan Spector) was shot in his study by a mysterious intruder. The screen cut to black as the shot was fired, which left George's fate

Based on true events, Jason Momoa and Thomas Paʻa Sibbett's 18th century war epic chronicles the unification and colonization of Hawai'i.

Chief of War is one of the rare historical dramas shows that delves into the history of Hawaii. Created by Jason Momoa and Thomas Pa’a Sibbett, the show premiered on August 1, 2025 and has received rave reviews for exploring the hitherto unknown history of the beautiful island.

Chief of War star Jason Momoa recently revealed that most of the series is in Hawaiian, with English appearing gradually in later episodes. Following the show’s release on Apple TV+, Momoa explained that he and co-creator Thomas Paʻa Sibbett insisted on using ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi to preserve cultural and historical authenticity,

Trib Total Media TV writer Rob Owen offers a viewing tip for the coming week. The opening scene of Apple TV+’s Jason Momoa-starring “Chief of War” brings to mind Momoa’s “Aquaman” as he lassoes a shark.

Jason Momoa and Thomas Pa‘a Sibbett dreamt of a space where the two could entertain audiences while educating them. The native Hawaiians never stopped pushing for the passion project — “Chief of War” — which has been cultivated by the two for years.