"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 (Lilo & Stitch, How to Train Your Dragon), this animated adventure features a stellar voice cast including Lupita Nyong'o, Pedro Pascal, and Mark Hamill. IGN's review hailed it as "a tear-jerking and unpredictable animated adventure."

The film has garnered significant awards recognition, boasting 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.

Below, find details on how and where to watch "The Wild Robot," both in theaters and online.

Streaming Options for "The Wild Robot"

### The Wild Robot

23See it at PeacockSee it at Amazon Prime Video"The Wild Robot" is currently streaming on Peacock. Peacock subscriptions begin at $7.99/month; a free trial is not available. Alternatively, the film can be rented or purchased digitally through various PVOD services.

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Theatrical viewing is superiorI generally wait for home viewingIt depends on the filmAnswerSee ResultsPhysical Media Release: "The Wild Robot" Blu-ray

4K and Blu-ray versions of "The Wild Robot" were released on December 3rd. For more information on upcoming physical releases, consult our comprehensive list.

### The Wild Robot (4K UHD + Blu-ray)

2See it at AmazonSynopsis of "The Wild Robot"

This animated sci-fi film is based on Peter Brown's novel of the same name. Universal's official synopsis:

"An epic adventure chronicling the journey of a shipwrecked robot – ROZZUM unit 7134, or “Roz” – who must adapt to a harsh, uninhabited island. Roz gradually forms bonds with the island's animals and becomes the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling."

### The Wild Robot (Volume 1)

13By Peter BrownSee it at AmazonThe Cast of "The Wild Robot"

Written and directed by Chris Sanders, "The Wild Robot" stars:

• 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

"The Wild Robot" is Rated PG for action/peril and thematic elements. The film's runtime is 1 hour and 41 minutes.

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