Word of the Day
Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation have announced the release date for their original animated film, Forgotten Island set to hit theaters on September 25th, 2026.
Director & Production
The movie is helmed by directors Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado. While specific details about the plot remain under wraps, the film is described as a lively party comedy adventure that whisks its characters away to a mystical, long-lost island inspired by Philippine mythology.
This film will also be the directorial debut for Januel Mercado, who previously co-directed Puss in Boots: The Last Wish and worked as the head of story alongside Joel Crawford on The Croods: A New Age. Forgotten Island will be produced by Mark Swift, a longtime collaborator of Crawford.
Together, they recently earned nominations for an Academy Award, BAFTA, and Golden Globe for their work on the highly praised 2022 film Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. This project represents their third collaboration together.
@THR
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Joel Crawford has been chosen to direct an exciting new animated feature for Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation called Forgotten Island, which is set to premiere in theaters on September 25th, 2026. The article describes the film as a lively party comedy adventure that takes its characters on a journey to a mystical, long-lost island inspired by the rich tapestry of Philippine mythology.
