"The Wild Robot" marks a significant release from DreamWorks Animation, potentially one of the last to be fully animated in-house by the studio. Directed by the acclaimed Chris Sanders, known for his work on "Lilo & Stitch" and "How to Train Your Dragon," the film delves into the fascinating interplay between technology and the natural world. It boasts a stellar voice cast, including Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, and Mark Hamill. IGN's review praised the movie as "a tear-jerking and unpredictable animated adventure."
The film has garnered considerable attention during awards season, securing four Golden Globe nominations, a record 10 Annie Award nominations, and an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature. The buzz around "The Wild Robot" has been so strong that a sequel is already in the works, with Sanders returning to helm the project.
If you're eager to experience "The Wild Robot" either in theaters or online, here's everything you need to know about where to watch it.
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### The Wild Robot
23See it at PeacockSee it at Amazon Prime Video
"The Wild Robot" is now available for streaming on Peacock. A subscription to Peacock starts at $7.99 per month, and unfortunately, there is no free trial available. If you're looking to avoid another streaming service subscription, the movie is also available to rent or purchase digitally through premium video on demand (PVOD) platforms.
AnswerSee Results### The Wild Robot Blu-ray Now Available4K and Blu-ray editions of "The Wild Robot" are now available, having been officially released on December 3. For more information on physical releases, you can explore our comprehensive list of upcoming Blu-rays.
### The Wild Robot (4K UHD + Blu-ray)
2See it at AmazonWhat Is The Wild Robot About?
"The Wild Robot" is an animated sci-fi film inspired by Peter Brown's novel of the same name. The official synopsis from Universal describes the story as follows:
*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)
13By Peter BrownSee it at AmazonThe Wild Robot Cast
Directed and written by Chris Sanders, known for "Lilo & Stitch" and "How to Train Your Dragon," "The Wild Robot" features an impressive 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 Rating and Runtime
"The Wild Robot" is **Rated PG** for action/peril and thematic elements. The total runtime of the film, including credits, is **1 hour and 41 minutes**.
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