"The Wild Robot," the latest cinematic gem from DreamWorks Animation, marks one of the studio's final fully in-house animated projects. Directed by the acclaimed Chris Sanders, known for his work on "Lilo & Stitch" and "How to Train Your Dragon," this film delves into the fascinating interplay between technology and the natural world. The movie boasts a stellar voice cast, including Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, and Mark Hamill, and has been praised by IGN as "a tear-jerking and unpredictable animated adventure."
The film has garnered significant attention during awards season, securing four Golden Globe nominations, a record-breaking 10 Annie Award nominations, and an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature. The buzz around "The Wild Robot" is so strong that a sequel has already been greenlit, with Sanders set to return as director.
If you're eager to experience "The Wild Robot" either in theaters or from the comfort of your home, here's how you can do it:
Where to Stream The Wild Robot Online
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You can now stream "The Wild Robot" on Peacock. Subscriptions start at $7.99/month, and unfortunately, there is no free trial available. If you're not keen on adding another streaming service, you can also rent or purchase the movie digitally from premium video on demand (PVOD) services like Amazon Prime Video.
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The Wild Robot Blu-ray Now Available
For those who prefer physical media, 4K and Blu-ray editions of "The Wild Robot" are now available, having been officially released on December 3. You can find more information about upcoming Blu-ray releases on our comprehensive list.
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What Is The Wild Robot About?
"The Wild Robot" is an animated sci-fi film adapted from Peter Brown's novel of the same name. Here's the official synopsis from Universal:
*The epic adventure follows the journey of a robot – ROZZUM unit 7134, “Roz” for short – that is shipwrecked on an uninhabited island and must learn to adapt to the harsh surroundings, gradually building relationships with the animals on the island and becoming the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling.*
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The Wild Robot Cast
Written and directed by Chris Sanders, "The Wild Robot" features an impressive voice cast:
- 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
The Wild Robot Rating and Runtime
"The Wild Robot" is rated PG for action/peril and thematic elements. The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 41 minutes, including credits.
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