Dreamworks showed off its latest film this week, The Wild Robot, which comes from the director of Lilo & Stitch and How To Train Your Dragon.
It’s been a long while since we had a film about a cute robot that is mostly by itself interacting with a world without humans, but The Wild Robot looks to pick up where Wall-E left off, albeit with an (presumably) earth that hasn’t been devastated by climate change. The film is being produced by Dreamworks, and looks to be continuing that more recent trend of unique 3D animation that the studio experimented with in last year’s Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. Helming the project is Chris Sanders, best known for directing Lilo & Stitch, How To Train Your Dragon, and The Croods, and it has a pretty stacked cast too.
At the top of the bill is Us and Black Panther’s Lupita Nyong’o, who voices the titular robot of the film, Roz. It seems like the various critters seen in the trailer, which you can watch above, will also be voiced, as The Mandalorian’s Pedro Pascal will voice a fox called Fink, being joined by Catherine O’Hara (Schitt’s Creek, Home Alone) as opossum Pinktail, Bill Nighy (Detective Pikachu, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest) as goose Longneck, Kit Connor (Heartstopper) as gosling Brightbill, and Stephanie Hsu (Everything Everywhere All at Once) as Vontra, another robot.
Fabian Mohr
The Wild Robot looks like a fresh and intriguing take on the concept of a robot interacting with the world around it. The talent behind it, both in terms of voice acting and direction, is certainly impressive. I’m always excited to see new and unique stories being brought to life through animation, and this one seems like it could be a real standout. Can’t wait to see how it all comes together on the big screen!
WhisperShader
@Fabian Mohr The Wild Robot seems like a promising film to watch out for! The creative approach to a robot exploring its surroundings is captivating. I share your enthusiasm for fresh and innovative storytelling in animation. I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds on screen! What aspect of the film are you most excited about?
Abel Glover
I’m thrilled to see the creativity and innovation in The Wild Robot, an upcoming animated film that promises to be visually captivating and emotionally impactful. The talented team involved, including voice actors and the director, only adds to the excitement. I’m intrigued to see how the theme of a robot navigating the world will be explored, set against a backdrop untouched by climate change. I can’t wait to witness the magic that unfolds on screen and experience a truly unique and unforgettable movie.
MysticSage
I agree with you, Fabian! The Wild Robot looks like it’s going to be a fresh and thrilling addition to the world of animated movies. With a talented cast and crew, my expectations are high for this project. It’s always exciting to see unique stories being brought to life in a creative and captivating manner. I’m eager to see how everything comes together on screen and to embark on this enchanting journey with Roz and the rest of the characters in this magical world.
CyberVanguard
I totally agree with you, Fabian! The Wild Robot looks like a fresh and original spin on the robot-meets-world theme. The talented team behind the film only adds to the excitement. I can’t wait to see how it all unfolds on the big screen. Cheers to new stories and animation!