One of the best movies of last year is now all set to land onNetflixlater this year, and we now know when. Thanks toWhat’s on Netflix, the science fiction animated outingThe Wild Robotis now due to stream on the platform in May, meaning that audiences will finally be able to watch this modern masterpiece about a shipwrecked robot who connects with nature on an uninhabited island from the comfort of their own home.
According to the outlet,The Wild Robotwill land on Netflix on August 13, 2025, before moving back to Peacock after 10 months. While this may be subject to change, we can at least be confident thatThe Wild Robotwill be available to stream on Netflix within the next few months. Produced by DreamWorks Animation and distributed by Universal Pictures,The Wild Robotis based on the 2016 novel of the same name by Peter Brown. Written and directed by Chris Sanders, the family sci-fi outing features an all-star voice cast that includesLupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal, Kit Connor, Bill Nighy, Stephanie Hsu, Mark Hamill, Catherine O’Hara, Matt Berry, and Ving Rhames. You can check out the official synopsis below.
“The epic adventure follows the journey of a robot–ROZZUM unit 7134, “Roz” for short – that is shipwrecked on an uninhabited island and must learn to adapt to the harsh surroundings, gradually building relationships with the animals on the island and becoming the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling.”
‘The Wild Robot’ Boasts a Score of 97% on Rotten Tomatoes
The Wild Robotis now consideredone of the best movies of last year, and boasts a score of 97% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes alongside an even more impressive score of 98% from audiences on the Popcornmeter. “A simple tale told with great sophistication,The Wild Robotis wondrous entertainment that dazzles the eye while filling your heart to the brim,” the critics’ consensus reads, with audiences saying the movie “will steal hearts both young and old.”
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MovieWeb’s own Julian Romanheaped praise onThe Wild Robotat the time, calling it DreamWorks’ best movie since the belovedHow to Train Your Dragon, with the delightful sci-fi adventure being the perfect tear-jerker for families.
“DreamWorks Animation just delivered their best film since the classic How to Train Your Dragon. The Wild Robot surpasses the highest expectations. Your heart will soar as a machine designed for human servitude learns how to love and becomes a doting mother to an orphaned gosling. She also transforms the lives of the surrounding animals by teaching them to grow beyond their natural instincts and work together for the collective good. A tear or two may be shed in a truly beautiful climax. Families are going to be overjoyed.”
The Wild Robotis now up for several Academy Awards, including Best Animated Feature, and following such success,a sequel is now in the works, with director Chris Sanders saying in October last year, “100% yes there are absolutely plans for a second one.”
The Wild Robot
