Forgotten Island (2026)
Forgotten Island is in cinemas in New Zealand now. Its streaming release date hasn't been announced — this page updates the day it lands on streaming.
The verdict
Forgotten Island ranks near the top of the current English film crop. It's sitting at 7.7/10 on TMDB across 19 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. The 109-minute runtime sits in the comfortable middle. It's in theatres in New Zealand now — best caught on the big screen.
Critics were won over, largely on the strength of the animation and ambition. — distilled from critics' published reviews
Should you spend 1h 49m on it?
1h 49m of English animation, leaning adventure, fine for the whole family. The 7.7 rests on just 19 ratings so far — promising, not proven.
- Skip if
- you won't get past the format
- Best for
- A weekend watch with the family
Story
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 must race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.
Good to know
| Runtime | 1h 49m |
| Watch with family? | PG · Yes — family friendly |
| Genre | Animation / Adventure |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Theatre / big screen |
Director
Januel Mercado
Cast
When is Forgotten Island coming to streaming?
Not streaming yet — Forgotten Island is in its theatrical run in New Zealand, released 2026-09-17. English releases typically reach streaming about 5–9 weeks after opening, which would put it somewhere around October 2026 and November 2026.
That's the usual pattern, not a confirmed date — no platform has announced one. We re-check every day and this page updates the moment it lands.
Where to watch in New Zealand
Availability as of 26 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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