The latest cinematic gem from DreamWorks Animation, *The Wild Robot*, 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 nature. Boasting a stellar voice cast including Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, and Mark Hamill, *The Wild Robot* has been hailed by IGN as "a tear-jerking and unpredictable animated adventure."
The buzz around *The Wild Robot* is palpable, with the film garnering significant attention during awards season. It has secured four Golden Globe nominations, an impressive 10 Annie Award nominations—the highest of any film this year—and a nod for Best Animated Feature at the Oscars. The excitement doesn't end there; a sequel is already in the works, with Sanders set to return at the helm.
If you're eager to experience *The Wild Robot* in theaters or from the comfort of your home, here's how you can catch it:
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*The Wild Robot* is now streaming on Peacock. A Peacock subscription starts at $7.99 per month, and unfortunately, there is no free trial available. If you're not keen on adding another streaming service to your roster, you can also rent or purchase the film digitally through various premium video on demand (PVOD) platforms.
AnswerSee ResultsThe Wild Robot Blu-ray Now Available
4K and Blu-ray editions of *The Wild Robot* are now available, having been officially released on December 3. For those interested in physical media, check out our comprehensive list of upcoming Blu-rays.
The Wild Robot (4K UHD + Blu-ray)
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What Is The Wild Robot About?
*The Wild Robot* is an animated sci-fi film adapted from the novel by Peter Brown. The official synopsis from Universal reads:
*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.*
The Wild Robot (Volume 1)
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The Wild Robot Cast
Written and directed by Chris Sanders, *The Wild Robot* features a talented ensemble 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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