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,

In Chief of War, Momoa plays Kaʻiana, a legendary figure in Hawaiian history. He was the first chief to travel beyond the islands and lived during the turbulent time when Kamehameha the Great fought to unify the Hawaiian islands under his rule.

Chief of War follows the struggles of a Hawaiian chief to unite the conflicted islands to save them from colonization. With the series’ recent premiere, fans have been instantly drawn to its engaging storytelling.