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Laika’s ‘Wildwood’ To Open AFI Fest 2026

The American Film Institute said Wednesday that it has selected Laika ‘s latest stop-motion animated feature, Wildwood , as the opening-night film of AFI Fest , whose 40th edition launches in October.

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The American Film Institute announced that Laika’s newest stop‑motion animated feature, Wildwood, will open the 40th AFI Fest. The opening‑night slot is set for October 21, marking the film’s U.S. premiere. Wildwood will have its world premiere earlier, on October 11, at the London Film Festival. This placement highlights the studio’s continued presence at major festivals.

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