Bong Joon Ho Reunites With ‘Parasite’ Distributor Neon on First Animated Movie ‘Ally’

Apr 28, 2026 8:15am PT Bong Joon Ho Reunites With ‘Parasite’ Distributor Neon on First Animated Movie ‘Ally’

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Neon has landed North American rights to Bong Joon Ho‘s first animated film, “Ally.” The acquisition reunites Bong with the company that backed his Oscar-winning dark comedy “Parasite.”

“Ally,” which has been in development since 2019, is expected to debut theatrically in 2027. In addition to directing, Bong co-wrote “Ally” with Jason Yu (“Sleep”).

Described as a “family adventure blending humor and emotion,” the story follows a curious and endearing piglet squid who is living in the uncharted depths of the South Pacific Ocean. She dreams of one day seeing the sun and becoming the star of a wildlife documentary. When a mysterious aircraft sinks into the ocean, though, her peaceful world is suddenly thrown into danger. Per the official logline, the film is “inspired by remarkable real-life marine creatures” and “explores themes of friendship and courage, as encounters between humans and the creatures of the deep reshape both worlds.”

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