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No memory left behind.

Forgotten Island (2026)

Runtime 109 min
Release date 16/09/2026
Country United States of America
Production
DreamWorks Animation DreamWorks Animation
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.
Directors & Screenwriters
Januel Mercado profile photo
Januel Mercado
Director
Joel Crawford profile photo
Joel Crawford
Director
Cast
H.E.R. profile photo
H.E.R.
as Jo (voice)
Liza Soberano profile photo
Liza Soberano
as Raissa (voice)
Dave Franco profile photo
Dave Franco
as Raww (voice)
Lea Salonga profile photo
Lea Salonga
as Manang (voice)
Manny Jacinto profile photo
Manny Jacinto
as Bungi (voice)
All trailers
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Dreams

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Duration: 00:16
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Normal sibling relationships

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Duration: 00:08
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Locking in

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Duration: 00:10
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Every introverted friend needs their extroverted friend

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Duration: 00:14
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You need your bestie by your side through everything

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Duration: 00:24
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Official New Trailer

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Duration: 03:00
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Official Trailer

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Duration: 02:24
Did You Know?
How ‘Forgotten Island’ became a love letter to Filipino culture
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DreamWorks’ ‘Forgotten Island’ is a love‑letter to the Philippines, voiced and crafted by its own stars.

DreamWorks Animation is breaking new ground with “Forgotten Island,” its first animated feature built around Filipino mythology and culture. Set on the imagined island of Nakali, the story follows lifelong friends Jo and Raissa as they navigate a world of legendary creatures while wrestling with the memories that shape their bond. Directors Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado poured personal heritage into the project—Crawford’s Filipino family and Mercado’s desire to honor his own loved ones serve as the film’s emotional backbone. The voice cast reads like a roll call of Filipino talent, each drawn to the film’s genuine reverence for their roots. Liza Soberano (Raissa) and Grammy‑winner H.E.R. (Jo) praised the palpable love the creators have for the culture, while legends like Lea Salonga (Manang) and Manny Jacinto (Bungi Tiyanak) highlighted how Filipino performers give folklore an authentic voice. Comedian Jo Koy, playing Datu, noted that the stories feel universal, inviting audiences worldwide to see reflections of their own lives. Behind the scenes, story artists such as Taiwanese‑Filipino Genevieve Tsai and Tiffany Ford grew up hearing the very myths now animated on screen, describing the experience as “overwhelming.” Composer Nathan Matthew David reinforced that cultural fidelity by weaving indigenous instruments into the score and even recording a historic bamboo pipe organ in Las Piñas, creating a soundscape that feels unmistakably Filipino. At its core, “Forgotten Island” is less about monsters and more about the friendships and memories that define us. The film opens in the Philippines on September 23, 2026, before a global rollout on September 25, inviting viewers everywhere to step onto a mythic shore that feels both exotic and intimately familiar.
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DreamWorks drops a nostalgic wave with ‘Forgotten Island’—tickets now on sale!

DreamWorks is turning the dial back to the ’90s with its latest adventure, Forgotten Island. The studio just opened ticket sales and rolled out a brand‑new TV spot that leans heavily into retro vibes, promising fans a throwback experience before they even step into the theater. Accompanying the spot are five freshly unveiled posters that channel the bold colors and cheeky typography of the era. Each image teases the film’s mysterious setting while nodding to the era’s iconic design language, giving longtime moviegoers a visual cue that this isn’t just another blockbuster—it’s a love letter to a bygone cinematic style. With the marketing push in full swing, anticipation is already building among both DreamWorks loyalists and newcomers drawn in by the nostalgic aesthetic. As tickets continue to sell, the buzz suggests Forgotten Island could become the season’s most talked‑about release, especially for anyone craving a fresh story wrapped in a familiar, retro package.
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Forgotten Island: BTS Featurette Spotlights The Power of Friendship
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DreamWorks’ new featurette reveals the heartfelt friendship at the core of Forgotten Island

DreamWorks Animation has just dropped an "A Look Inside" behind‑the‑scenes featurette that pulls back the curtain on Forgotten Island’s emotional engine: the bond between lifelong friends Jo and Raissa. In candid interviews, the cast and crew discuss how their friendship evolves from grade‑school pals to soon‑to‑be graduates, and why the stakes of the story hinge on preserving those shared memories. The short film shows that the magical portal to the mythic island of Nakali—populated by creatures from Filipino folklore—does more than launch an adventure; it forces the duo to race against a terrifying price: losing the very memories that keep their friendship alive. As Jo and Raissa scramble to escape before they forget each other forever, the featurette hints at a tone far richer and more emotional than the high‑octane trailers have suggested. Directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, the movie pairs an all‑star voice cast—including H.E.R., Manny Jacinto and Lea Salonga—with dazzling visuals that will shine in DreamWorks’ new SCREENX format. The promotional poster, already generating buzz, spotlights the duo’s magical journey and underscores that, at its heart, Forgotten Island is a celebration of friendship’s power to endure even the wildest of worlds.
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