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,

Based on true events, Jason Momoa and Thomas Paʻa Sibbett's 18th century war epic chronicles the unification and colonization of Hawai'i.

Chief of War airs weekly on Fridays for Apple TV+ subscribers. The streamer released the first two episodes August 1, with the remaining seven episodes to air weekly until September 19. Momoa directed the final episode, which aims to complete the entire story. Check below for a full release schedule:

Chief of War star Jason Momoa recently revealed that most of the series is in Hawaiian, with English appearing gradually in later episodes. Following the show’s release on Apple TV+, Momoa explained that he and co-creator Thomas Paʻa Sibbett insisted on using ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi to preserve cultural and historical authenticity,

The 'Game of Thrones' alum co-created and stars in the sweeping, action-packed drama about the unification of Hawaii in the 18th and 19th centuries.

Jason Momoa and Thomas Pa‘a Sibbett dreamt of a space where the two could entertain audiences while educating them. The native Hawaiians never stopped pushing for the passion project — “Chief of War” — which has been cultivated by the two for years.

EXCLUSIVE: Jason Momoa felt he got "approval from [his] ancestors" while filming Apple TV+ epic Chief of War, which holds a 92% on Rotten Tomatoes.