"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 (renowned for "Lilo & Stitch" and "How to Train Your Dragon"), this animated adventure boasts a stellar voice cast including Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, and Mark Hamill. IGN's review hailed it as "a tear-jerking and unpredictable animated adventure."
The film has garnered significant awards recognition, 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.
Where to Watch "The Wild Robot"
Streaming: "The Wild Robot" is currently streaming on Peacock. Peacock subscriptions start at $7.99/month and do not offer a free trial. Alternatively, it's available for digital rental or purchase through PVOD services.
Physical Media: 4K and Blu-ray editions were released on December 3rd.
About "The Wild Robot"
Based on Peter Brown's novel, the film follows Roz (unit 7134), a robot shipwrecked on a deserted island. Roz must adapt to the island's harsh environment, forming bonds with its animal inhabitants and becoming a surrogate parent to an orphaned gosling.
The Cast
- Roz: Lupita Nyong'o
- Fink: Pedro Pascal
- Thorn: Mark Hamill
- Pinktail: Catherine O’Hara
- Longneck: Bill Nighy
- Brightbill: Kit Connor
- Vontra: Stephanie Hsu
- Paddler: Matt Berry
- Thunderbolt: Ving Rhames
Rating and Runtime
Rated PG for action/peril and thematic elements. Runtime: 1 hour and 41 minutes.
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