Jollibee teams up with DreamWorks Animation to celebrate friendship, Filipino storytelling, and global entertainment ahead of the release of Forgotten Island.

Jollibee is bringing together friendship, food, Filipino culture, and global entertainment through its new collaboration with DreamWorks Animation for the worldwide theatrical release of Forgotten Island on September 23, 2026.

The global partnership connects one of the Philippines’ most recognizable brands with a major animated adventure inspired by Filipino stories and mythology. With an all-star lineup of Filipino and Filipino-American talent, music from P-pop sensation BINI, and a story centered on lifelong friendship, Forgotten Island is shaping up to be a film that Filipino audiences and animation fans worldwide can look forward to.

For Jollibee fans, the collaboration also promises to extend the experience beyond the cinema, bringing the themes of friendship and togetherness to the shared moments that happen around the dining table.

A Magical Filipino-Inspired Adventure

At the center of Forgotten Island are lifelong best friends Jo and Raissa, whose lives change after discovering a mysterious portal that transports them to Nakali, a magical island filled with mythical creatures.

The world of Nakali draws inspiration from stories passed down through the characters’ Filipino families, giving the animated adventure a cultural connection that may resonate strongly with Filipino audiences.

However, the friends soon discover that finding their way back home may come at a heartbreaking cost. Jo and Raissa must figure out how to leave the island without losing the memories of their friendship.

The story blends adventure, fantasy, family, and friendship while introducing audiences to a world shaped by Filipino-inspired storytelling. For viewers seeking a movie experience that blends magical worlds with emotional themes, Forgotten Island offers a story about the people and memories that remain important wherever life takes us.

Filipino and Filipino-American Stars Join Forgotten Island

The film also features an impressive lineup of Filipino and Filipino-American talent.

Among the stars and creative voices involved in Forgotten Island are Tony Award-winning performer Lea Salonga, global comedy star Jo Koy, Grammy and Academy Award-winning artist H.E.R., actress Liza Soberano, and co-writer and co-director Januel Mercado.

Their participation gives the film a strong Filipino connection while placing Filipino stories and creative talent on an international platform.

The growing global visibility of Filipino artists, musicians, and performers has made projects such as Forgotten Island particularly meaningful for audiences who want to see more Filipino-inspired stories represented in mainstream entertainment.

Jollibee’s involvement further strengthens that connection, bringing a beloved Filipino brand into a global entertainment collaboration centered on themes that closely reflect the company’s long-standing focus on family, friendship, and shared experiences.

Jollibee Brings the Joy of Friendship to the Big Screen

According to David Beal, Jollibee Group global chief marketing officer and head of digital marketing, the collaboration reflects the connection between memorable stories and shared meals.

“Great stories and great food both have a way of bringing people together,” Beal said.

“With DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island, we’re inviting friends and families to celebrate the joy of friendship—from watching the film to sharing a delicious Jollibee meal together. It is a simple expression of what Jollibee has always stood for: serving great-tasting food and bringing the joy of eating to everyone.”

For many Filipinos, eating at Jollibee is often connected with celebrations, reunions, road trips, family outings, and get-togethers with friends. The collaboration with Forgotten Island builds on that familiar sense of togetherness by linking the excitement of a cinema experience with the simple joy of sharing food.

It is also a reminder that some of life’s most memorable experiences are often the simplest ones: watching a movie with friends, discovering a new story, or gathering around a meal after a day out.

BINI Brings P-Pop Energy to the Forgotten Island Soundtrack

Adding even more Filipino flavor to the collaboration is BINI, the popular Filipino girl group and Jollibee endorsers.

The group contributed “A Parallel World” to the Forgotten Island soundtrack. Released on July 23, the upbeat electronic-pop track features lyrics in both English and Filipino.

The song gives the international animated project a distinctly contemporary Filipino sound while connecting the film with P-pop fans worldwide.

BINI also performed “A Parallel World” during the Forgotten Island panel at San Diego Comic-Con in July, introducing the song and the film to a global audience.

The music video for the track also features Jollibee, showing the members enjoying their favorite meals and sharing candid moments while in the United States for the song’s recording and other related activities.

The collaboration reflects the increasing international visibility of Filipino pop culture, with Filipino performers, musicians, and storytellers continuing to reach audiences beyond the Philippines.

A Global Collaboration with Filipino Heart

For Jollibee Philippines, the partnership with DreamWorks Animation offers an opportunity to create experiences that connect entertainment, culture, and everyday moments.

“At Jollibee, we value partnerships that allow us to collaborate with world-class brands and create experiences that genuinely resonate with our customers,” said Dorothy Ching, vice president for marketing of Jollibee Philippines.

“Our partnership with DreamWorks is especially meaningful because Forgotten Island brings together universal themes of friendship and family with Filipino-inspired storytelling. We are proud to be part of this global collaboration and excited to bring the spirit of the film to Jollibee communities around the world.”

The partnership brings together several elements that have become increasingly important in global entertainment: authentic cultural storytelling, international representation, music, and shared experiences.

For Filipino audiences, it also offers another opportunity to celebrate Filipino creativity on a much larger stage.

More Jollibee and Forgotten Island Experiences Coming Soon

The Jollibee and Forgotten Island collaboration is expected to continue with more activities and promotions in the coming months.

Jollibee has confirmed that additional elements of the campaign will be revealed, including an exclusive offer connected to the film.

Details are expected to be announced closer to the release.

As Forgotten Island prepares to arrive in theaters, the collaboration offers fans more than just a movie promotion. It brings together friendship, Filipino stories, P-pop, international entertainment, and the shared joy of gathering over a favorite meal.

DreamWorks Animation’s Forgotten Island opens in theaters worldwide on September 23, 2026.

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