Robot & Frank

Name: Robot & Frank
Genre: Science Fiction, Comedy, Drama, Crime
Released: 2012-08-24
Duration: 1 h 29 min
Rating: 6.9
Cast: Frank Langella, Liv Tyler, James Marsden, Susan Sarandon, Peter Sarsgaard

2012·Movie·PG-13·89 min·★ 6.9(1,169)

Science Fiction Comedy Drama Crime More English titles

“Friendship doesn't have an off switch”

Curmudgeonly old Frank lives by himself. His routine involves daily visits to his local library, where he has a twinkle in his eye for the librarian. His grown children are concerned about their father’s well-being and buy him a caretaker robot. Initially resistant to the idea, Frank soon appreciates the benefits of robotic support – like nutritious meals and a clean house – and eventually begins to treat his robot like a true companion. With his robot’s assistance, Frank’s passion for his old, unlawful profession is reignited, for better or worse.

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About Robot & Frank

Robot & Frank is a 2012 English-language science fiction, comedy and drama film directed by Jake Schreier. The cast is led by Frank Langella, Liv Tyler, James Marsden. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 1200 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Hoopla, The Roku Channel.

Robot & Frank was produced by Park Pictures Features, TBB, and Dog Run Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on August 24, 2012, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $3 million, it went on to gross $3 million worldwide.

Director: Jake Schreier
Writers: Christopher Ford
Release date: August 24, 2012
Original language: English
Age rating: PG-13
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Budget: $3 million
Box office: $3 million
Production: Park Pictures Features, TBB, Dog Run Pictures

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Robot & Frank cast & crew

Robot & Frank was directed by Jake Schreier and written by Christopher Ford.

The cast features Frank Langella as Frank, Liv Tyler as Madison, James Marsden as Hunter, Susan Sarandon as Jennifer, Peter Sarsgaard as Robot (voice), and Jeremy Strong as Jake.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Francis Farewell Starlite, cinematography is by Matthew J. Lloyd, and it was produced by Lance Acord and Sam Bisbee.

Is Robot & Frank worth watching?

Robot & Frank holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 1,169 ratings, a solidly received science fiction films.

At 1h 29m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy science fiction, comedy, and drama, Robot & Frank is worth a place on your watchlist.

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