Forgotten Island Removed From Hundreds of Theaters
The animated film lost 650 theater locations following a decline in box office performance.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Animation
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DreamWorks' animated feature Forgotten Island has been pulled from 650 North American theater locations. The film currently screens in 2,898 theaters nationwide.
Why it matters
Theater chains frequently reduce the screen count for films that see a drop in attendance to make room for newer releases. Despite the reduced presence, the movie currently ranks sixth at the box office.
Forgotten Island has earned $31.6 million domestically and $51.7 million globally to date. The film maintains a 96% critical score and a 95% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
The players
DreamWorks
DreamWorks is an animation studio known for producing feature-length films and television programs.
Rotten Tomatoes
Rotten Tomatoes is an online review aggregator that compiles professional critical reception and audience sentiment for films.
The details
The film premiered in 3,548 theaters on September 25, 2026, and opened to $13 million in domestic gross. It is scheduled for a digital platform release later this fall.
Timeline
September 25, 2026: Forgotten Island theatrical release
October 10-12, 2026: 650 theaters stopped screening the film
Fall 2026: Planned digital platform release
Industry Dynamics
The move reflects the standard theatrical window model where films see screen counts reduced as they approach home media availability. This cycle is an increasingly common trend in the current entertainment landscape as studios optimize for digital release schedules.
Moviegoers looking to see the film in theaters will need to check local listings as it is now available in fewer locations. Fans who cannot find a local screening can anticipate a digital release on home platforms later this season.
The takeaway
Even critically acclaimed films often see their physical theater footprint shrink shortly after release to accommodate market demand. Viewers can monitor streaming updates for future at-home viewing opportunities.
What happens next
The film is slated for release on digital platforms in the fall of 2026.
Further reading
For more on the latest trends in the film industry, see Animation.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ScreenRant.
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