DreamWorks’ newest adventure opened in theaters on September 25, 2026, and the big question is already trending: when can you watch it at home? Forgotten Island is a visually rich original built on Filipino mythology, and the wait for Netflix depends on a very specific streaming pipeline. Here’s what to expect, based on reporting from What’s on Netflix.
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Forgotten Island: Overview
Set in the Philippines in the 1990s, the story follows two lifelong best friends, Jo and Raissa. On their last night together before Raissa leaves for college, they accidentally open a portal to the mystical island of Nakali, a place full of creatures from Filipino folklore. To get home, they have to escape before the memories of their entire friendship are erased. It’s directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, the duo behind Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. The voice cast includes H.E.R., Liza Soberano, Dave Franco, Manny Jacinto, Dolly de Leon, Jo Koy, Ronny Chieng, and Lea Salonga as the Manananggal.
The film has earned strong reviews, sitting at 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, though its box office has been called one of the year’s bigger disappointments.
Predicted Streaming Timeline
| Stage | What Happens | Estimated Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Theatrical run | In cinemas | From September 25, 2026 |
| PVOD | Rent or buy digitally | Around Thanksgiving (per industry insiders) |
| Peacock | First streaming window, about 4 months | January 2027 |
| Netflix (US) | 10-month exclusive window | May 2027 |
| Peacock (return) | Final 4-month window | After Netflix run |
This follows the output deal between Netflix and Universal Pictures, which distributes DreamWorks Animation titles. It’s a prediction, not an official date, so dates may shift.
What About Outside the US?
Your wait depends on your region’s local deal. Central Europe and parts of Latin America usually get DreamWorks films in the first pay window, so mid-to-late 2027 is likely. The UK and Canada typically wait around two years after the theatrical release, which points to late 2028. Other regions could wait up to 36 months, so renting the film digitally later this year may be your fastest option.
Why the Wait Is Worth It?
Strong word of mouth tends to carry animated films on streaming, and this one has plenty of appeal for families and mythology fans. It’s also a rare mainstream animated film rooted in DreamWorks Animation‘s expanding slate of culturally specific stories. In the meantime, browse our Netflix release guides and movie and OTT updates on Technosports for what to watch now.
FAQs
Q1. When will Forgotten Island be on Netflix in the US?
It’s predicted for May 2027, after a Peacock window around January 2027. This is an estimate, not an official date.
Q2. Will Forgotten Island reach Netflix worldwide at the same time?
No. The UK and Canada may wait until late 2028, while other regions could wait up to 36 months.
