On Sunday, September 8, 2024, Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation will premiere their highly anticipated film The Wild Robot at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The event will take place at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The film, set to release in theaters on September 27, 2024, is based on Peter Brown’s beloved New York Times bestselling novel, The Wild Robot.
This animated feature, directed by three-time Academy Award® nominee Chris Sanders, is a heartwarming adventure that explores the intersection of technology and nature. The story centers around Roz, a ROZZUM unit 7134 robot voiced by Academy Award® winner Lupita Nyong’o. After a shipwreck strands Roz on a deserted island, she must adapt to her new surroundings, forging bonds with the animals and becoming the adoptive parent of a gosling named Brightbill.
The all-star voice cast includes Lupita Nyong’o as Roz, Pedro Pascal as fox Fink, Catherine O’Hara as opossum Pinktail, Bill Nighy as goose Longneck, and Kit Connor as gosling Brightbill. The film also features the talents of Stephanie Hsu, Mark Hamill, Matt Berry, and Ving Rhames, enhancing its appeal to audiences of all ages.
Adapted from Peter Brown’s 2016 middle-grade novel, The Wild Robot became a literary phenomenon, captivating readers with its poignant narrative about survival, connection, and the natural world. The novel, which has since expanded into a trilogy, has earned numerous accolades, including a Caldecott Honor and multiple E.B. White Awards.
The film is produced by Jeff Hermann, known for his work on DreamWorks Animation’s The Boss Baby 2: Family Business and the Kung Fu Panda franchise. With stunning animation, a star-studded cast, and a touching message about what it means to be alive, The Wild Robot promises to be a cinematic event not to be missed.
Key Points:
- The Wild Robot premieres on September 8, 2024, at TIFF, with a wide release on September 27.
- The story follows a robot named Roz stranded on an island, who learns to connect with nature and animals.
- Features an all-star cast led by Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, and Catherine O’Hara.
- Directed by Chris Sanders, with the story based on Peter Brown’s bestselling novel.
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