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'Wildwood' Takes Flight: Laika's New Film Premieres Oct. 21
9 Sep
Summary
- Laika's 'Wildwood' opens the 40th AFI Fest on October 21, 2026.
- The animated film follows a girl's journey into a magical realm.
- It's Laika's first feature film since 2019's 'Missing Link'.
The 40th annual AFI Fest will commence with the United States premiere of Laika Studios' "Wildwood" on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. This marks Laika's first feature film since "Missing Link" in 2019, presenting a new hand-crafted, imaginative world.
Based on Colin Meloy and Carson Ellis's book series, "Wildwood" centers on a young girl named Prue who ventures into a mystical realm to rescue her brother. The film, directed by Laika CEO Travis Knight, features a star-studded voice cast including Peyton Elizabeth Lee, Jacob Tremblay, and Angela Bassett.
"Wildwood" is set for a nationwide release on Friday, October 23, 2026. AFI President & CEO Bob Gazzale expressed excitement for the film's inspiring and dazzling qualities, highlighting its unique artistic vision.
