Forgotten Island vs The Young Magician

Forgotten Island has the higher audience score (8.2/10 against 6.3/10 for The Young Magician). The Young Magician is the shorter watch at 1h 35m compared with 1h 49m. The Young Magician is the older of the two (1987 against 2026). Both are family, fantasy movies, so they suit a similar mood.

Forgotten Island posterForgotten Island2026 VS The Young Magician posterThe Young Magician1987
Forgotten IslandThe Young Magician
Audience score★ 8.2/10★ 6.3/10
Year20261987
Length1h 49m1h 35m
GenresAdventure, Animation, Comedy, Family, FantasyFamily, Fantasy
CountryUnited States of America–
DirectorJanuel Mercado, Joel CrawfordWaldemar Dziki
Main castH.E.R., Liza Soberano, Dave Franco, Jenny Slate, Manny JacintoJan Hencz, Andrzej Blumenfeld, Grażyna Szapołowska, Danuta Kowalska, Władysław Kowalski

Synopsis

Forgotten Island

While celebrating their last night together, high school graduates and best friends Jo and Raissa stumble upon a mysterious portal that transports them to the fantastical island of Nakali. When they discover that the memories of their entire friendship are the price for returning home, Jo and Raissa must race to find a way to leave the island before they forget each other forever.

The Young Magician

A 12-year boy feels left out by his classmates because he has no interest in athletics. He finally discovers his calling when his parents take him to a magic show. Picked by the magician to be his helper during a trick he is drawn into the world of magic and wants to learn more. He becomes proficient in tricks and also discovers his telekinetic powers. Unfortunately that further alienates him from his peers and his parents are afraid of his…

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