Robot & Frank

PG-13

Released Aug 24, 2012

1 hr. 30 min.

Comedy

Drama

Sci-Fi

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86%

139 Reviews

Tomatometer

75%

25,000+ Ratings

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An aging, cantankerous ex-cat burglar (Frank Langella) finds his zest for life renewed when he trains his robotic caretaker to help him commit heists.

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Critics Consensus

Led by a brilliant performance from star Frank Langella, Robot & Frank works as both a quirky indie drama and as a smart, thoughtful meditation on aging.

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matthias s

"Robot & Frank" delivers a unique blend of science fiction and heartfelt drama. The film's premise of an elderly man forming an unlikely bond with a caregiving robot adds a fresh perspective to the genre. Frank Langella's performance as the aging protagonist brings depth and authenticity to the character, contributing significantly to the film's appeal. While the concept is intriguing, the pacing can feel uneven at times, causing the narrative to meander. The plot, while engaging, lacks a certain level of depth and exploration into the implications of the human-robot relationship. Additionally, some supporting characters could have been further developed to enhance the overall storytelling. The film's strength lies in its ability to balance humor and sentimentality, making it an enjoyable watch. However, a more in-depth exploration of the thematic elements could have elevated "Robot & Frank" to a higher cinematic level. Despite its flaws, the movie succeeds in providing a touching exploration of companionship in the age of artificial intelligence.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/15/24

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Roberto R

It's a movie that suggested several topics to filmów and in the end none develops,all that gives in a strange anegdotę with equally strange turns, not to Say ridiculous, in the end,it's a movie with a lot potencial,wich in the end is only a story without 'substance',leaving the feeling that invests 90 minutes for nothing; I also find it unpleasant that theft is normalized and seen as a good thing as long as no one gets hurt, that's absurd.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

08/21/23

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Gareth v

A clever and poignant movie about ageing, technology and staying relevant. Enjoyable.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

06/20/23

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dane p

Clever movie! enjoyable and easy to watch

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

10/03/22

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Sameir A

The film is not an amazing one, yet it gives a smooth watching experience without hitch. Watchable if you have enough time to pass. This film reminds me of a Malayalam movie as well, which can be easily guessed.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

01/05/22

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Serge L

The story is well fleshed with our hero missing beats and lapse of memory while finally motivated by the robot. Nice cast. More humourous than expected. And intelligent.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/07/21

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Jake Schreier

Director

Frank Langella

Frank

Peter Sarsgaard

Robot

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

It's OK, I guess, as far as it goes, but it doesn't go far enough, and, in the end, settles for what I most feared it would settle for: sentimentality.

Sep 4, 2018

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Ryan Gilbey

New Statesman

Robot & Frank, on the other hand, is a tonic of a film: it's all understatement. The whimsical but whip-smart tone suggests a liveaction version of a Pixar movie

Oct 3, 2017

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Larushka Ivan-Zadeh

metro.co.uk

Ageing, isolation, broken families, memory and the impact of modern technology are all playfully woven through a smart, comforting narrative that's at once immensely satisfying yet wonderfully unexpected.

Rated: 4/5

Sep 5, 2017

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Debbie Lynn Elias

Behind The Lens

Rooted in genuine charm and the brilliant performance by Frank Langella, Robot & Frank steals your heart.

Nov 27, 2019

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Katie Smith-Wong

Flick Feast

Robot & Frank is a sensitive and heart-warming story thanks to the strong lead performance from [Frank] Langella.

Rated: 3.5/5

Nov 25, 2019

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Brian D. Johnson

Maclean's Magazine

I know what you're thinking: you couldn't drag me to see a buddy movie about some batty old guy and his robot butler. But Robot & Frank is far better than it has any right to be.

Jul 31, 2019

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Synopsis

An aging, cantankerous ex-cat burglar (Frank Langella) finds his zest for life renewed when he trains his robotic caretaker to help him commit heists.

Director: Jake Schreier
Executive Producer: Jeremy Bailer
Screenwriter: Christopher D. Ford
Distributor: Samuel Goldwyn Company
Production Co: Park Pictures, Dog Run Pictures
Rating: PG-13 (Some Language)
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 24, 2012, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 7, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $3.3M

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