Forgotten Island
No memory left behind.
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 will race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.
Directed by Januel Mercado · Adventure · Animation · Comedy · 109 min · 2026
Trailer
Director
Januel Mercado
Writer
Joel Crawford, Januel Mercado
Studio
DreamWorks Animation
Release
2026-09-16
Runtime
109 min
Genres
Adventure, Animation, Comedy, Family, Fantasy
Full Plot
Two childhood friends, Jo and Raissa, find themselves separated when Raissa moves to the US for college. To cope with their impending separation, they make a promise to remain close forever. However, their bond is put to the test when they are mysteriously transported to a mystical island where memories begin to fade away.
Cast & Characters
Jo (voice)
H.E.R.
Raissa (voice)
Liza Soberano
Manang (voice)
Lea Salonga
Bungi (voice)
Manny Jacinto
Batiba (voice)
Jenny Slate
Did You Know?
Did You Know that an original animated adventure comedy film is in development about Philippine mythology?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-12
Did You Know that the film's animation style was inspired by Filipino art and 1990s graphic design?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-12
Did You Know that the visual style varies throughout the film, shifting between contemporary computer-generated animation and anime-influenced 2D animation?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-12
Did You Know that a work-in-progress cut of the film received a five-minute standing ovation at the 2026 Annecy International Animation Film Festival?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Forgotten Island come out?+
Forgotten Island is scheduled for release on 2026-09-16.
How long is Forgotten Island?+
Forgotten Island has a runtime of 109 min.
Who directed Forgotten Island?+
Forgotten Island was directed by Januel Mercado.
