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Forgotten Island (2026)

Forgotten Island (2026) - Movie Poster. The movie poster features a vibrant tropical setting with lush palm trees and a bright, sunny sky. At the center, three characters are prominently displayed. The character on the left is wearing a colorful outfit with a large, eye-catching hat and is holding a boombox. The middle character is dressed in a pink and green outfit, with a headband and a peace sign gesture. The character on the right is in a blue and pink outfit, with a similar peace sign. Below them, the title "FORGOTTEN ISLAND" is written in bold, neon letters, with the tagline "NO MEMORY LEFT BEHIND" just above it. The bottom of the poster indicates that the movie is in theaters on September 25. The overall design is lively and colorful, suggesting an adventurous and fun-filled story.

Forgotten Island (2026)

PG 109 minutes - Opens 25 September 2026
Animation, Adventure, Fantasy, Comedy, Family
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Overview: While celebrating their last night together, high school graduates and best friends Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to the fantastical island of Nakali. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, Jo and Raissa must race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.
Tagline: No memory left behind.

Collections:        Januel Mercado, Joel Crawford
Composer:       Nathan Matthew David
Original Title:      Forgotten Island

Details

Country:         United States of America
Language:       English,
Release Date:    25 September 2026

Company Credits

Production Companies:  DreamWorks Animation

Technical Specs

Runtime:  1 h 49 min
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Summary / Coverage / Press for Forgotten Island (2026)

Critical Consensus Summary: Forgotten Island (2026)

Directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island has received universal acclaim. Critics praise the film as a visually inventive, high-energy adventure that draws deeply from Filipino mythology and folklore while balancing comedic stoner-buddy dynamics with genuine emotional heart.

Key Reviews & Outlets

  • Eric Goldman (IGN)
    Calls it a terrific movie that pairs an effective, emotional story about friendship with a big, funny, and occasionally dark adventure through a realm of Filipino folklore creatures.
  • Kristen Lopez (The Film Maven)
    Describes it as an utterly amazing and touching exploration of how “memories are magic,” noting that its talented voice cast brings immense dimension to the characters.
  • Frank Scheck (The Hollywood Reporter)
    Highlights the film’s wit, humor, and visual invention, noting that its heartfelt focus on the central friendship between the two girls grounds the convoluted narrative with genuine emotion.
  • Alex Harrison (Screen Rant)
    Compares its frenetic energy to Across the Spider-Verse, framing it as an invigorating, stoner-esque buddy comedy powered by its rich mythological design template.
  • Michael Ordoña (San Francisco Chronicle)
    Praises the Oz-like journey, beautiful character designs, versatile animation style, and surprisingly affecting emotional denouement, ranking it among the best animated features of the year.

 

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