Star-Studded Cast Joins Animated Feature 'The Last Dino'
A Prehistoric Journey into the Future: Discovering the True Meaning of Family and Friendship
Acclaimed Actors Lend Their Voices to Animated Feature
Bill Nighy, known for his roles in "Living" and "Love Actually," joins Hayley Atwell from "Mission: Impossible" and "Captain America" fame, along with "Game of Thrones" star Maisie Williams, as the leading English-language voice cast members for the forthcoming computer-generated animated family movie, "The Last Dino." Federico Milella directs this highly anticipated film.
Anticipated Premiere and Global Distribution Plans
This cinematic endeavor is slated for its market debut at the American Film Market in the coming week. Its international theatrical rollout is scheduled for 2027, with Global Constellation overseeing sales and having already secured distribution agreements across numerous regions.
An Epic Tale of Time Travel and Self-Discovery
"The Last Dino" chronicles the extraordinary journey of Rex, the progeny of the Dinosaur King. Through an unforeseen twist of fate, Rex is propelled 65 million years into the future. He lands in a vastly different world where dinosaurs are a distant memory, intellect surpasses physical might, and the concept of a "king of the jungle" holds no sway.
Forming Unlikely Alliances and Redefining Belonging
Driven by a desire to return to his own time, Rex forges an alliance with a diverse group of companions. Together, they embark on a thrilling quest that challenges all of Rex's preconceived notions about strength, camaraderie, and kinship. Along this remarkable path, Rex learns that the essence of family transcends biological ties, residing instead in those who stand by one's side. He also discovers that the most profound adventure is not necessarily about finding one's way back home, but rather about discovering where one genuinely belongs.
Worldwide Release Strategy Unveiled
The film's release schedule includes France (KMBO), the U.K. and Ireland (Sky Original), Australia and New Zealand (Umbrella), Benelux (WWE), Portugal (Nos Audiovisuais), Poland (Forum Film), Hungary (Vertigo), the Czech and Slovak Republics (FoxxMedia), Bulgaria (ProFilm), the former Yugoslavia (MCF Megacom), Baltics & Ukraine (Ad Astra), Greece and Cyprus (Filmtrade), Israel (Red Cape), Turkey, the Middle East and North Africa (Italia Film), Vietnam (Mockingbird), and Latin America (BF Distribution).
The Creative Minds Behind "The Last Dino"
Ben Smith, known for his work on "StarDog and TurboCat," penned the screenplay for "The Last Dino." The movie is a production of Luxembourg-based animation studio Fabrique d'Images, in collaboration with Belgium's Freaks Factory ("Spiked"), the U.K.'s Terrible Lizard Productions, and Broadvision Perspectives India. Financial backing for the production comes from Film Fund Luxembourg and Wallimage (Wallonia).
A Universal Message for All Ages
Fabien Westerhoff of Global Constellation shared his enthusiasm, stating that "The Last Dino" masterfully blends engaging slapstick comedy with profound storytelling, creating a hugely entertaining time-travel adventure for the entire family. He emphasized the film's core message: a universal theme of embracing individuality, finding one's community, and discovering a true sense of belonging. Westerhoff expressed his delight in presenting the film to buyers at AFM, anticipating its wide international theatrical release in 2027.
