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Chief of War was a hotly anticipated project before its premiere, but its success is already exceeding expectations. Obviously, Momoa’s star power goes a long way for the premiere of a new series, and in this case, his obvious passion carries it even further. Momoa has often spoken publicly about his Native Hawaiian ancestry and his love for the islands — he has even participated in protests to help protect the environment and Native culture in Hawaii. In addition to starring, Momoa helped develop and produce this series, in a long process going back to at least 2015.
At the same time, there’s clearly a thirst for this kind of epic historical drama on TV these days, and Chief of War delivers. The show offers an unflinching look at the early interactions between Hawaii and the outside world, without oversimplifying any characters or dynamics. It’s a spectacle that feels all the more enthralling since we know that it is largely true, even if we can’t be assure of complete accuracy.
