Laika has delivered multiple animated classics like Coraline , ParaNorman , and Kubo and the Two Strings . But with Wildwood , the studio delivered a revolutionary magnum opus that showcases the best of stop-motion storytelling. Directed by Travis Knight ( Masters of the Universe ), this movie follows teenager Prue (Elizabeth Peyton Lee) as she and her friend Curtis (Jacob Tremblay) venture into a magical forest to rescue her baby brother from a murder of crows sent by the evil sorceress Alexandra (Carey Mulligan).

2026 saw the release of multiple animated hits, including Hoppers , Toy Story 5 , The Super Mario Galaxy Movie , Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender , GOAT , and Forgotten Island . However, with its mature story, realistic characters, and jaw-dropping animation, Wildwood has proven itself the top contender for Best Animated Feature at this year’s Oscars.

Wildwood (🌟🌟🌟🌟1/2) is a stop-motion marvel and a cinematic triumph by Laika.…