Maui chase and lengthy expedition featured in Chief of War episode 2 summary
In the world of historical epics, "Chief of War" stands out as a captivating series that delves into the unification of Hawai'i in the 18th century. Set across stunning landscapes and brimming with action, the series is now available to stream on Apple TV+.
The second episode, titled 'Changing Tides', introduces a new character named Ka'ahumanu (played by Luciane Buchanan). Born as the daughter of Hawaiian war chief Moku and the sister of the Maui king, Ka'ahumanu finds herself entwined in the unfolding events.
The story truly gains momentum in 'Changing Tides', as European explorers begin to touch down on the islands, setting the stage for a brewing war. Ka'iana, our lead character, finds himself right in the middle of it all.
Ka'iana and his family have fled to Maui to rescue another member of their party. Their journey leads them to a cave, where they unexpectedly encounter Ka'ahumanu. However, their meeting is cut short when Ka'iana's pursuers, Maui soldiers, ambush them in a bid to take a pistol from one of the explorers.
In the ensuing chaos, Ka'iana is forced to jump off a cliff edge to escape. His family manages to find him, but they discover that Heke, the member they were seeking, is still running and injured during their search.
Meanwhile, over on O'ahu, Maui Prince Kupule and his family are being guarded by some Maui soldiers. The series is deeply rooted in Polynesian history and folklore, with elements of traditional battles and European exploration interwoven throughout.
As the story unfolds, Ka'ahumanu learns about Ka'iana's mission and decides to join him in his search for his family. She also reveals to him that her father, Moku, had once fought off the famous explorer Captain Cook some years prior.
The second part of the two-episode premiere of "Chief of War" was released on Friday, August 1, 2025, and is now available to stream on Apple TV+. New episodes are released every Friday through September 19, 2025. To watch, you will need an Apple TV+ subscription, which costs $9.99 per month after a 7-day free trial. The series can be accessed through the Apple TV app on various devices such as iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV hardware, or compatible smart TVs and streaming devices.
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- The second episode of the captivating series "Chief of War," titled 'Changing Tides,' is now available on Apple TV+.
- Subscribers can watch the series, which delves into the unification of Hawai'i in the 18th century, across devices such as iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV hardware, or compatible smart TVs and streaming devices.
- The second part of the two-episode premiere of "Chief of War" was released on Friday, August 1, 2025, and new episodes are released every Friday through September 19, 2025.
- To enjoy the series, viewers need to have an Apple TV+ subscription, which costs $9.99 per month after a 7-day free trial.
- In 'Changing Tides,' viewers will see Ka'ahumanu, a new character played by Luciane Buchanan, entwined in the unfolding events as European explorers arrive on the islands.
- To get more information about the series, its cast, or Apple TV+ subscriptions, you can visit the Apple TV+ Press Release, IMDb Page, Help Center, Subscription Information, or Device Compatibility.
