"The Wild Robot," DreamWorks Animation's latest offering and reportedly one of their last fully in-house animated films, is a captivating blend of technology and nature. Directed by Chris Sanders (known for "Lilo & Stitch" and "How to Train Your Dragon"), the film boasts a stellar voice cast including Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, and Mark Hamill. IGN's review hails it as "a tear-jerking and unpredictable animated adventure."
This critically acclaimed movie has garnered significant awards buzz, receiving four Golden Globe nominations, ten Annie Award nominations (the most of any film this year), and an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature. A sequel is already in the works with Sanders returning to the director's chair.
Below, find details on where to watch "The Wild Robot" – both in theaters and online.
Streaming Options for "The Wild Robot"
### The Wild Robot
23See it at PeacockSee it at Amazon Prime Video"The Wild Robot" is currently streaming on Peacock. Peacock subscriptions begin at $7.99/month; a free trial is not available. Alternatively, the film can be rented or purchased digitally through various PVOD services.
AnswerSee ResultsPhysical Media Release: "The Wild Robot" Blu-ray4K and Blu-ray editions of "The Wild Robot" were released on December 3rd. Refer to our upcoming Blu-ray releases list for more details.
### The Wild Robot (4K UHD + Blu-ray)
2See it at AmazonSynopsis: What is "The Wild Robot" About?
Based on Peter Brown's novel, "The Wild Robot" is an animated sci-fi adventure. Universal's official synopsis: "The epic adventure follows the journey of a robot – ROZZUM unit 7134, “Roz” for short – shipwrecked on a deserted island. Roz must adapt to the harsh environment, forming bonds with the island's animals and becoming a surrogate parent to an orphaned gosling."
### The Wild Robot (Volume 1)
13By Peter BrownSee it at AmazonThe Cast of "The Wild Robot"
Written and directed by Chris Sanders, the film stars:
- Lupita Nyong'o as Roz
- Pedro Pascal as Fink
- Mark Hamill as Thorn
- Catherine O’Hara as Pinktail
- Bill Nighy as Longneck
- Kit Connor as Brightbill
- Stephanie Hsu as Vontra
- Matt Berry as Paddler
- Ving Rhames as Thunderbolt
Rating and Runtime
"The Wild Robot" is rated PG for action/peril and thematic elements. The film's runtime is 1 hour and 41 minutes.
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