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Laika's Ambitious Film 'Wildwood' Hits Theaters October 2026

1/21/2026

Summary

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Laika's stop-motion film Wildwood will release in U.S. theaters on October 23, 2026.
Fathom Entertainment handles domestic distribution, while FilmNation Entertainment handles international sales.
Directed by Travis Knight (director) and based on Colin Meloy (author)'s novel, it follows a girl saving her baby brother.
Carey Mulligan (actor), Jacob Tremblay (actor), and Mahershala Ali (actor) voice the characters.
Knight says Wildwood is Laika's most ambitious project, prioritizing artistry over algorithms.

History

Historical Context

Laika, formed from the acquisition of Will Vinton Studios in 2002 by Phil Knight, released its first feature film, "Coraline," in 2009. Directed by Henry Selick, the film grossed over $124 million and received multiple award nominations, establishing Laika's reputation for innovative stop-motion animation. This success set the stage for future projects like "Wildwood," highlighting the studio's commitment to artistic storytelling.

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Story summary

Laika's stop-motion film Wildwood will release in U.S. theaters on October 23, 2026.
Fathom Entertainment handles domestic distribution, while FilmNation Entertainment handles international sales.
Directed by Travis Knight (director) and based on Colin Meloy (author)'s novel, it follows a girl saving her baby brother.
Carey Mulligan (actor), Jacob Tremblay (actor), and Mahershala Ali (actor) voice the characters.
Knight says Wildwood is Laika's most ambitious project, prioritizing artistry over algorithms.

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