From the acclaimed and illustrious DreamWorks Animation studio that has given us numerous cinematic gems, comes an exciting, thrilling, and heart-warming new adaptation—Peter Brown’s widely celebrated, award-winning, and #1 New York Times bestseller, The Wild Robot. A narrative that has captivated readers the world over is now poised to charm and enthrall audiences on the big screen.
The film paints an epic, grand adventure of a shipwrecked robot—known as ROZZUM unit 7134, affectionately referred to as “Roz” for short. After being marooned on an uninhabited, wild island, Roz faces the daunting task of adapting to the harsh, unforgiving surroundings. The story beautifully unfolds as Roz, over time, learns to foster relationships with the diverse animal inhabitants of the island, and in a heart-touching twist, even becomes the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling.
The Wild Robot boasts an impressive, star-studded cast, with Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o lending her enchanting voice to the character of Roz. The ensemble includes notable talents such as the charismatic Pedro Pascal, the versatile Catherine O’Hara, the legendary Bill Nighy, the talented Kit Connor, and the vibrant Stephanie Hsu. The film also features the iconic Mark Hamill, the hilarious Matt Berry, and the commanding Ving Rhames, adding depth and richness to the narrative.
Penned and directed by the incredibly talented three-time Oscar nominee Chris Sanders, known for his exceptional work on How To Train Your Dragon, The Croods, and Disney’s Lilo & Stitch, The Wild Robot is a profound tale of self-discovery. It beautifully explores the intricate and delicate connection between technology and nature in a deeply moving exploration of what it truly means to be alive and connected to all living things.
The film is based on Peter Brown’s The Wild Robot, an illustrated middle-grade novel first published in 2016. The book soon became an international sensation, rocketing to #1 on the New York Times bestseller list. It has since inspired a riveting trilogy that includes The Wild Robot Escapes and The Wild Robot Protects. Brown’s exceptional work on the Wild Robot series and his other bestselling books have earned him numerous awards, accolades, and honors.
The Wild Robot is more than just a film—it’s a heartwarming, poignant journey that elegantly bridges the gap between technology and nature. It serves as a thoughtful reminder of our interconnectedness in this vast, mysterious web of life, encouraging us to cherish our relationships with all living things. Wild Robot arrives in theaters on September 20th, 2024!
