Forgotten Island Gets Digital and Disc Release Dates

DreamWorks Animation’s critically acclaimed original feature film Forgotten Island is heading to digital platforms on October 27, 2026, offering audiences early home access months before subscription streaming begins, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment announced.

Film Arrives on Digital Platforms October 27

Following its theatrical release, the folklore-inspired adventure is making a swift transition to home entertainment. Animation Magazine reported that the film arrives exclusively on digital platforms on October 27, 2026. Universal Pictures Home Entertainment confirmed that physical editions—including 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD—will follow on December 1, 2026.

The upcoming physical releases pack over 60 minutes of bonus content. Supplementary features include cast and filmmaker featurettes such as Friends for Life, Creatures of Lore, Tayo Na! The Making, Friendship and Filipino Culture, and The Sounds, alongside a lyric video for the official BINI track “A Parallel World,” how-to-draw tutorials, and feature commentary from the directors.

Critical Acclaim Outweighs Low Box Office Earnings

The rapid shift to home video follows a theatrical run where box office earnings lagged behind enthusiastic critical notices. Archyde noted that the film opened on September 25 at No. 5 with $13 million. It has since grossed $60.5M worldwide ($35.2M domestic) against a reported $80M budget.

Over four weeks in cinemas, the film was pulled from approximately 1,400 theaters. Despite the box office slowdown, the production earned a 94% Fresh critics rating and a 95% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes, alongside an “A” CinemaScore grade. Discussing Film hailed the project as the best DreamWorks film of the decade, according to the official studio press release.

Filipino Folklore Inspires Story of Friends in Nakali

Directed by Academy Award and BAFTA nominees Joel Crawford and Januel P. Mercado, alongside producer Mark Swift—the creative team behind Puss in Boots: The Last Wish—the story centers on Filipino folklore and mythology. Centering on best pals Jo and Raissa, the narrative tracks their final evening before heading off in different directions in life. When they discover a mysterious portal, they transport to Nakali, a mythical island populated by magical creatures from their families’ stories. As they search for a way home, a ticking clock threatens to erase their memories and their friendship forever.

The voice cast features H.E.R. as Jo and Liza Soberano as Raissa. The ensemble features performances by Dave Franco, Jenny Slate, Manny Jacinto, Dolly de Leon, Jo Koy, Ronny Chieng, and Lea Salonga.