Chappie

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Chappie

R

2015

2h 0m

Sci-Fi

Action

Mystery & Thriller

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32%

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56%

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50,000+ Ratings

In the near future, a mechanized police force patrols the streets and deals with lawbreakers -- but now, the people are fighting back. When one police droid is stolen and given new programming, he acquires the ability to feel and think for himself. While the robot, dubbed "Chappie (Sharlto Copley)," puzzles out human behavior, the authorities begin to see him as a danger to mankind and order; they will stop at nothing to ensure that Chappie is the last of his kind.

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Critics Consensus

Chappie boasts more of the big ideas and visual panache that director Neill Blomkamp has become known for -- and, sadly, more of the narrative shortcomings.

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Angie Han

Slashfilm

The larger story is positively riddled with plot holes, and any sense of subtlety seems to have fallen right through them.

Jun 14, 2017

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Katie Kilkenny

The Atlantic

It's this time-old message of humanity, adapted to fit with today's technologies, that transcends the overpowering, at times clunky, cinematic vessel.

Jul 19, 2016

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Jake Coyle

Associated Press

Its oddly jumbled machinery never clicks. The logic of Chappie gradually disintegrates, becoming increasingly farcical.

Dec 14, 2015

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Don Shanahan

Every Movie Has a Lesson

Both the film and the robot lack impact, presence, purpose, distinction, and, worst of all, uniqueness.

Rated: 1/5

Jul 17, 2025

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Blomkamp’s film contains a concept ripe with possibility, but instead of realizing its full potential, he loses himself in machines and mayhem.

Rated: 2/4

Jul 12, 2022

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

The concept of creating AI that must learn through observation is one with vast potential, yet it feels considerably restricted within the walls of a derivative action movie.

Rated: 3/10

Dec 4, 2020

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Alexander S

Neil Blomkamp’s Chappie boasts its stunning visuals he never fails to disappoint with a dash of humor, making it an entertaining watch. Although it doesn't quite live up to the hopeful triumph of District 9, it's still a decent watch. Die Antwoord's cameo as themselves brings a welcome burst of humor and randomness that somehow fits perfectly into the narrative. Grading: C+

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

10/20/25

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Edoardo c

I rewatched the movie and i dont understand all those critics to It, i think It Is a great sci-fi action movie with funny moments in It.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/11/25

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Rangan S

Bare in mind guys the 32% RT score isn't good and the 56% audience Is Considered Fresh as more people LITTLERALY rated it as a good film,This film is GREAT

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/09/25

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Heidi Paloma G

Not everyone has an imagination. Clearly a bunch of critics with boomer minds. They'd find The cgi lion king better than this. 😵‍💫☠️ This movie was just as great as District 9. This has to do with Chappie & his pov not about a whole general story about AI OR STORY ABOUT HOW YOUR MOM MET YOUR FATHER 🙄

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/23/25

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Kaylee L

No details left unturned. Solid plot. Wonderful cast. Fantastic story. Chappie is adorable and awesome. High Jackman's haircut is perfect. 10/10

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/11/25

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Mike B

This movie is great. That RT gives it 32% is a travesty. One of the very few movies left in Science fiction that isnt a boring avengers/super hero movie. No sexy costume clad warrior princesses here. Apparently casting normal looking people isnt popular on RT.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/25/25

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Synopsis

In the near future, a mechanized police force patrols the streets and deals with lawbreakers -- but now, the people are fighting back. When one police droid is stolen and given new programming, he acquires the ability to feel and think for himself. While the robot, dubbed "Chappie (Sharlto Copley)," puzzles out human behavior, the authorities begin to see him as a danger to mankind and order; they will stop at nothing to ensure that Chappie is the last of his kind.

Director: Neill Blomkamp
Producer: Neill Blomkamp, Simon Kinberg
Screenwriter: Neill Blomkamp, Terri Tatchell
Distributor: Sony Pictures Entertainment
Production Co: Kinberg Genre
Rating: R (Language|Brief Nudity|Violence)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 6, 2015, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 30, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $31.6M
Runtime: 2h 0m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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