Jason Momoa stars in "Chief of War," an Apple TV+ series set in 18th-century Hawaii, premiering Aug 1.

Jason Momoa stars in "Chief of War," an Apple TV+ series set in 18th-century Hawaii. The show, which Momoa co-created, focuses on war chief Ka'iana's efforts to unify the islands against colonization. Filmed in Hawaiian, the series aims to authentically represent Hawaiian culture and history with a predominantly Polynesian cast. Premiering on August 1, the action-packed drama has been praised for its immersive storytelling and visual spectacle.