"Chief of War" throws viewers right into the deep end -- literally. In its opening moments, the Apple TV+ series follows its eponymous warrior as he and his small, familial tribe of outcasts hunt for sharks.

Before the Hawaiian islands were unified under one kingdom in 1850, they were warring factions also fending off white invaders.

Jason Momoa is co-creator of the 9-episode series with Thomas Pa’a Sibbett, also one of its writers, and also an executive producer, so it’s safe to say it’s a passion project for the Hawaiian-born actor.

Jason Momoa, Thomas Paa Sibbett Cast: Jason Momoa, Luciane Buchanan, Te Ao o Hinepehinga, Te Kohe Tuhaka, Brandon Finn, Siua Ikaleo, Mainei Kinimaka, Temuera Morrison, James Udom, Benjamin Hoetjes Directors: Justin Chon,

Apple TV+ historical epic Chief of War stars Game of Thrones icon Jason Momoa as a legendary Hawaiian warrior during the turbulent unification of the Pacific Islands

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Momoa added that the Hawaii film industry must have year-in, year-out government support if Hawaii is going to survive as a place where movies and television series are made. “W

In the excellent "Chief of War," Jason Momoa leads a sparkling cast in a gorgeous setting: Hawaii at the turn of the 19th century.

Momoa and series co-creator Thomas Pa'a Sibbett talk crafting the Hawaiian historical epic that the island itself responded to: "There was a really positive energy."

Jason Momoa is a compelling presence in this Hawaiian historical drama on Apple TV+ that tackles violence, peace and colonialism.

Jason Momoa worked behind and in front of the camera on an epic retelling of the story of the unification of Hawaii.