"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"), 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."
The movie has garnered significant awards attention, 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 direct.
Where to Watch:
Streaming: "The Wild Robot" is currently streaming on Peacock. Peacock subscriptions start at $7.99/month and don't offer a free trial. Alternatively, it's available for digital rental or purchase through various PVOD services.
Physical Media: 4K and Blu-ray editions were released on December 3rd.
About the Film:
Based on Peter Brown's novel, "The Wild Robot" follows Roz (unit 7134), a robot shipwrecked on a deserted island. She must adapt to her environment, forming bonds with the island's animals and becoming a surrogate parent to an orphaned gosling.
The 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
Rating and Runtime:
Rated PG for action/peril and thematic elements. Runtime: 1 hour and 41 minutes.
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