"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 (known for "Lilo & Stitch" and "How to Train Your Dragon"), the film boasts 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 movie has garnered significant awards recognition, receiving 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.

Streaming and Purchase Options:

"The Wild Robot" is currently streaming on Peacock. Peacock subscriptions begin at $7.99/month (no free trial available). Alternatively, the film can be rented or purchased through various digital platforms.

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Physical Media Release:

4K and Blu-ray editions of "The Wild Robot" were released on December 3rd.

Synopsis:

Based on Peter Brown's novel, "The Wild Robot" is an animated sci-fi adventure chronicling the journey of Roz (unit 7134), a robot shipwrecked on a deserted island. Roz must adapt to the challenging environment, forming bonds with the island's animals and becoming a surrogate parent to an orphaned gosling.

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

Rating and Runtime:

Rated PG for action/peril and thematic elements. Runtime: 1 hour and 41 minutes.

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