New Cast Announced for Forgotten Island from DreamWorks

DreamWorks Animation has revealed the voice cast for its upcoming film Forgotten Island. The ensemble includes H.E.R., Liza Soberano, Lea Salonga, Dave Franco, Manny Jacinto, and Jenny Slate.

Cast and Characters

H.E.R. voices Jo, the film’s brave heroine.
Liza Soberano voices Raissa, Jo’s loyal friend.
Lea Salonga appears as a wise island guide.
Dave Franco, Manny Jacinto, and Jenny Slate complete the main cast.

Plot Overview

In Forgotten Island, Jo and Raissa become stranded on Nakali, a mysterious island filled with forgotten memories. They discover that their only way home may involve sacrificing their shared past. The story explores themes of friendship, loss, and the power of memory, creating emotional tension as they weigh their love against the cost of forgetting.

Creative Team

The film is written and directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, who also co-directed the acclaimed Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. Mark Swift produces the project, his third collaboration with Crawford. Nathan Matthew David composes the score, bringing musical depth to the adventure. This marks Januel Mercado's directorial debut. He previously co-directed Puss in Boots: The Last Wish and contributed to the story development of The Croods: A New Age.

"They discover that the only way home may require them to sacrifice their shared past."

Forgotten Island promises a heartfelt journey into the complexities of memory, love, and sacrifice.

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The Movie Blog — 2025-11-05