‘The Wild Robot’ Becomes a Box Office Hit and Critical Darling

DreamWorks Animation's new film, based on Peter Brown’s book, excels with strong storytelling, emotional depth, and impressive animation.

‘The Wild Robot’ opened to $35 million domestically, exceeding expectations and setting a new high for non-franchise animated films in the pandemic era.
The film features Roz, a robot stranded on an island, who becomes the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling, Brightbill.
Critics and audiences praised the film for its emotional portrayal of parenthood, with standout voice performances by Lupita Nyong’o and Pedro Pascal.
The animation style, described as a blend of impressionist and Miyazaki influences, has been lauded for its painterly and textured visuals.
Director Chris Sanders remained faithful to the book’s ending, with potential hints at a sequel, reinforcing the film’s success and ongoing appeal.