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I, Robot

2004·Movie
1h 55min·PG-13
64
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Metacritic597.2Rotten Tomatoes57%70%
IMDb7.1Metacritic597.2Rotten Tomatoes57%70%

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High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and spectacular

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Spectacle8
  • Adrenaline7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Wonder6
  • Hopefulness5
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Situational Comedy2

World

The future, technology, and crime

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Visual Stylization7

Who it's for

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About

One man saw it coming.

In 2035, where robots are commonplace and abide by the three laws of robotics, a technophobic cop investigates an apparent suicide. Suspecting that a robot may be responsible for the death, his investigation leads him to believe that humanity may be in danger.
Sci-Fi Noir ThrillerRobotic Ethics DilemmaHigh-Octane Action MysteryTechno-Dystopian FutureWill Smith Star VehicleVisual Effects ShowcasePhilosophical AI ConflictBlockbuster EntertainmentInvestigative Suspense

Crew

Directed by:
Alex Proyas, Scott J. Ateah, Tracey Poirier
Written by:
Isaac Asimov, Akiva Goldsman, Jeff Vintar
Produced by:
Will Smith, John Davis, Jeanne McCarthy
Composed by:
Erik Aadahl, Paul Massey, Marco Beltrami

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about I, Robot

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream I, Robot legally?

fuboTVYouTube TVApple TVTubi TV

I, Robot is included with a subscription to Apple TV, fuboTV, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is I, Robot worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 7.1, Rotten Tomatoes 57%, and Metacritic 59). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is I, Robot rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is I, Robot?

1 h 55 min

I, Robot runs 1 h 55 min.

Is I, Robot based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on I, Robot?

Critics58
Audiences71

Not quite. Audiences rate I, Robot higher (71) than critics (58). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was I, Robot a box office hit?

Budget$120 million
Box office$347 million

Yes. It cost about $120 million to make and earned $347 million worldwide, 2.9 times its budget.

What language is I, Robot in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Germany, Canada.

In how many countries can I watch I, Robot?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for I, Robot in 89 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does I, Robot use?

Pet the DogWham ShotCall-BackRunning GagShotguns Are Just BetterCat ScareAnaphoraSurvivor GuiltAndroids and DetectivesMourning a Dead RobotUnnecessarily Creepy RobotCasual Danger Dialogueand 221 more

TV Tropes lists 233 storytelling tropes for I, Robot, including Pet the Dog, Wham Shot, Call-Back.