DreamWorks adapts a beloved children’s book into a 2024 movie, and there are options for where to watch The Wild Robot. The animated studio is responsible for bringing Peter Brown’s best-selling 2016 novel following a shipwrecked robot to life in a new format. The Wild Robot‘s voice cast is led by Lupita Nyong’o as Roz, ROZZUM unit 7134, and it also includes performances by Pedro Pascal, Mark Hamill, Catherine O’Hara, and more as wildlife animals that Roz encounters on her unexpected adventure.
The release of The Wild Robot adds it to the list of DreamWorks animated movies, and it stands apart thanks to the film’s stunning animation style. With a PG rating, the film is firmly targeted toward children and families, but The Wild Robot‘s reviews suggest plenty of heart and depth for all audiences to enjoy. The voice cast, animation, and strong reviews all provide great reasons for watching The Wild Robot, regardless of whether someone is familiar or unfamiliar with the book. Whether to watch it in theaters or at home on streaming depends on various factors and timing.
The Wild Robot Releases In Theaters On September 26, 2024
The Wild Robot Is Exclusively In Theaters First
The earliest opportunity to watch The Wild Robot is in theaters thanks to its release on September 26, 2024. Universal and DreamWorks gave the film an exclusive theatrical release, which is typical for their animated collaborations. There are premium format viewing options for audiences wanting an amplified theatrical experience, as IMAX and 3D screenings of The Wild Robot are available at select theaters and showtimes.
Find Showtimes For The Wild Robot
Theatrical showtimes from Friday, September 20 onward can be found via the links below:
When Will The Wild Robot Release On Streaming?
The Wild Robot Will Stream On Peacock First
Universal has yet to confirm an official release date for The Wild Robot on streaming. However, the movie will stream on Peacock at the appropriate time due to Universal’s involvement. DreamWorks’ last three films were released on Peacock after an average of 112 days. Based on that recent trend, The Wild Robot should be released on Peacock in January 2025. It will stay on Peacock for four months and then move to Netflix for ten months as part of Universal and Netflix’s streaming deal.
When Will The Wild Robot Release On Digital?
No Release Date Has Been Confirmed
The option to watch The Wild Robot at home on streaming should come much quicker thanks to its digital release. Universal and DreamWorks typically wait around 27 days to make their movies available for rent or purchase on all major PVOD services. That would create a projection for The Wild Robot to be released digitally in late October 2024. This should happen regardless of The Wild Robot‘s box office performance, as DreamWorks only waited 32 days to move Kung Fu Panda 4 to digital despite its financial success.