The latest cinematic gem from DreamWorks Animation, "The Wild Robot," marks one of the studio's final 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 intriguing interplay between technology and nature. The movie boasts a stellar voice cast, featuring talents like Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, and Mark Hamill. IGN's review hailed "The Wild Robot" as "a tear-jerking and unpredictable animated adventure," and it's no surprise that it's generating significant buzz during awards season.
The film has garnered impressive accolades, including four Golden Globe nominations, a record-setting 10 Annie Award nominations, and an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature. The excitement around "The Wild Robot" is further amplified by the announcement of a sequel, with Sanders set to return as director.
If you're eager to experience "The Wild Robot" either in theaters once again or from the comfort of your home, here's all the information you need.
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The Wild Robot is now streaming on Peacock. Peacock subscriptions start at $7.99/month, and unfortunately, the service does not offer a free trial. If you're not interested in another streaming subscription, "The Wild Robot" is also available to rent or buy digitally from premium video on demand (PVOD) services.
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### The Wild Robot (4K UHD + Blu-ray)
"The Wild Robot" is an animated sci-fi movie based on the novel by Peter Brown. 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.*
### The Wild Robot (Volume 1)
"The Wild Robot" was written and directed by Chris Sanders, known for "Lilo & Stitch" and "How to Train Your Dragon." The film features a remarkable voice cast including:
**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" 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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