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Disney’s re-release of 'Avengers: Endgame' topped the domestic box office with $26 million, while A24’s 'Primetime' debuted with $19.2 million. The weekend marked a strong performance for re-releases and new thrillers, though family animation 'Forgotten Island' underperformed despite high ratings.
Marvel's re-release of 'Avengers: Endgame' topped the weekend with $26 million, outperforming new releases 'Primetime' and 'Heart of the Beast' despite a crowded slate.
The weekend of September 24-27, 2026, brings a diverse slate of new theatrical releases, including the psychological thriller 'Primetime' and the action drama 'Heart of the Beast.' While major titles like 'Forgotten Island' and 'Ha-Chan Shake Your Booty' are hitting wide audiences, regional disruptions such as smoke damage at a Wisconsin cinema are affecting local showtimes. Critics offer mixed reviews, with 'Primetime' praised for its visual texture but criticized for its lack of narrative depth.
DreamWorks' Forgotten Island is a visually saturated, high-energy animated adventure inspired by Filipino folklore, centering on two best friends, Jo and Raissa, who are whisked to the memory-filled Nakalimutan island and must retrace their steps to return home as their bond is tested by a memory-eating demon and a vivid cast of mythic creatures; despite its overstuffed plot, the film anchors its frenetic energy in the power of friendship and features strong voice work and a Manila-set opening act, delivering a heartfelt, if busy, family-friendly tale. Release: Sept 25.
Deadline’s Pete Hammond hails Forgotten Island as an original, visually bold DreamWorks animated feature centered on two Filipino best friends, Jo and Raissa, who stumble into a magical realm called Nakali. With H.E.R. voicing Jo and Liza Soberano as Raissa, the film blends a frenetic, colorful first half with a more emotional second act about memory and friendship. Directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, it packs a punch of diverse animation styles and a lively soundtrack by H.E.R., though Hammond notes its strongest appeal will likely be to younger viewers—particularly teens—before its memory-themed message lands more broadly. Release date: September 25, 2026.
DreamWorks Animation's Forgotten Island delivers a dazzling, heartful adventure rooted in Filipino folklore, following two friends transported to a magical realm where returning home means sacrificing memories of their bond. Directed by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado, the film fuses fast-paced animation with influences from anime and Studio Ghibli, featuring a starry voice cast (H.E.R., Liza Soberano, Dave Franco, Jenny Slate, Lea Salonga) and a score that blends traditional Filipino sounds with 90s covers. Despite a crowded lineup, the story's wit, emotion, and visuals carry the day. Release Sept 25, 2026; PG; 1h47m.