Take a first look at Jason Momoa in the Apple TV+ series Chief of War.

      Apple TV+ has released a first look image of Chief of War, the forthcoming historical drama series created, written, and starring Jason Momoa (Aquaman, A Minecraft Movie).

      Chief of War marks Momoa's return to Apple TV+ after his previous role in the sci-fi drama series See, which ran for three seasons from 2019 to 2022. The nine-episode series is inspired by real events, depicting the unification and colonization of Hawai’i during the late 18th century, with Momoa playing Ka’iana, a warrior aiming to unite the islands prior to Western colonization.

      Joining Jason Momoa in the cast of Chief of War are Luciane Buchanan, Temuera Morrison, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, Cliff Curtis, newcomer Kaina Makua, Moses Goods, Siua Ikale’o, Brandon Finn, James Udom, Mainei Kinimaka, and Te Kohe Tuhaka.

      Chief of War is set to premiere on Apple TV+ on Friday, August 1, 2025, with its first two episodes, followed by new episodes released every Friday until September 19th.

      About Gary Collinson: Gary Collinson is a producer and writer in film, TV, and digital content. He founded the pop culture website Flickering Myth and produced the gothic horror feature film 'The Baby in the Basket' as well as the upcoming suspense thriller 'Death Among the Pines'. With a decade of experience teaching and lecturing in film and media, he is also the author of the non-fiction book 'Holy Franchise, Batman! Bringing the Caped Crusader to the Screen'.