# Forgotten Island Brings Filipino Folklore to Indian Cinemas

Animated film 'Forgotten Island' based on Filipino folklore releases in India on September 25, 2026.

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The animated film 'Forgotten Island' is set to release in Indian cinemas on September 25, 2026. [^1]

DreamWorks animation studio is releasing the animated film 'Forgotten Island' (Spanish: 'La isla olvidada'), directed by Oscar nominee Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado. [^2]

The film is scheduled to premiere in theaters on 2025-09-16. [^3]

The film is inspired by Filipino folklore and blends friendship, fantasy, and folklore. [^4]

The story follows best friends Jo and Raissa who discover a portal transporting them to Nakali, a fantastical island inspired by Filipino mythology. [^5]

Januel Mercado, co-director, said the story is very close to the filmmakers' hearts because it is set in the Philippines. [^6]

Joel Crawford, one of the film's directors, said the movie has plenty of comedy, action, and adventure, but its heart is friendship. [^7]

## What this stands on

1. The animated film 'Forgotten Island' is set to release in Indian cinemas on September 25, 2026. (Mid-day, News)
2. DreamWorks animation studio is releasing the animated film 'Forgotten Island' (Spanish: 'La isla olvidada'), directed by Oscar nominee Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado. (Chilango, News)
3. The film is scheduled to premiere in theaters on 2025-09-16. (Chilango, News)
4. The film is inspired by Filipino folklore and blends friendship, fantasy, and folklore. (Mid-day, News)
5. The story follows best friends Jo and Raissa who discover a portal transporting them to Nakali, a fantastical island inspired by Filipino mythology. (Mid-day, News)
6. Januel Mercado, co-director, said the story is very close to the filmmakers' hearts because it is set in the Philippines. (Chilango, News)
7. Joel Crawford, one of the film's directors, said the movie has plenty of comedy, action, and adventure, but its heart is friendship. (Chilango, News)

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