I, Robot

2004, Sci-fi/Action, 1h 55m

225 Reviews 250,000+ Ratings

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Bearing only the slightest resemblance to Isaac Asimov's short stories, I, Robot is still a summer blockbuster that manages to make viewers think -- if only a little. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

In 2035, highly intelligent robots fill public service positions throughout the world, operating under three rules to keep humans safe. Despite his dark history with robotics, Detective Del Spooner (Will Smith) investigates the alleged suicide of U.S. Robotics founder Alfred Lanning (James Cromwell) and believes that a human-like robot (Alan Tudyk) murdered him. With the help of a robot expert (Bridget Moynahan), Spooner discovers a conspiracy that may enslave the human race.
  • Rating:
    PG-13 (Intense Stylized Action|Brief Partial Nudity)
  • Genre:
    Sci-fi, Action
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Alex Proyas
  • Producer:
    John Davis, Topher Dow, Wyck Godfrey, Laurence Mark
  • Writer:
    Isaac Asimov, Akiva Goldsman, Jeff Vintar
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     wide
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $144.8M
  • Runtime:
  • Distributor:
    20th Century Fox
  • Sound Mix:
    DTS, Dolby SR, Surround
  • Aspect Ratio:
    Scope (2.35:1)

Cast & Crew

Will Smith
Detective Del Spooner
Bridget Moynahan
Dr. Susan Calvin
Bruce Greenwood
Lawrence Robertson
James Cromwell
Dr. Alfred Lanning
Chi McBride
Lt. John Bergin
Shia LaBeouf
Farber
Adrian Ricard
Granny
Alan Tudyk
Sonny
Jerry Wasserman
Baldez
Fiona Hogan
V.I.K.I.
Alex Proyas
Director
John Davis
Producer
Topher Dow
Producer
Isaac Asimov
Writer
Akiva Goldsman
Screenwriter
Simon Duggan
Cinematography
Richard Learoyd
Film Editing
Wyck Godfrey
Producer
Patrick Tatopoulos
Production Design
Chris August
Art Director
Lin MacDonald
Set Decoration
Will Smith
Executive Producer
Laurence Mark
Producer
Jeff Vintar
Screenwriter
James Lassiter
Executive Producer
Michel Shane
Executive Producer
Anthony Romano
Executive Producer
Armen Minasian
Film Editing
William Hoy
Film Editing
Steven R. McGlothen
Co-Producer
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Critic Reviews for I, Robot

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Audience Reviews for I, Robot

  • Mar 22, 2015
    Despite Will Smith being the lead, Alan Tudyk as Sonny the robot practically jumped off the screen, and steals the show! Thankfully, the strength of this robot character made this action flick more thoughtful, intelligent and believable.
    Chrisanne C Super Reviewer
  • Mar 08, 2015
    Seen this a while ago but It was on cable the other night so I re-watched it. Smith is a really amazing actor in all of his roles, but I can't help but laugh every single time he has his "running scene" in every-single-movie he is in... Guess that slow motion "bad boys" scene really stuck with him his entire career... However, back to the film.. Really twisted and dramatic. Loved it.. RUN SMITH, RUUN!!
    Shawn M Super Reviewer
  • Nov 06, 2013
    Based on the works of Isaac Asimov, I, Robot is a smart and provocative science-fiction thriller. The story follows Det. Spooner as he investigates the death of USR's top robotics engineer, and comes to suspect that a rogue robot prototype could be responsible. Starring Will Smith, Bridget Moynahan, Chi McBride, and Bruce Greenwood, the film features a strong cast. Additionally, the special effects are especially well-done, and depict an extraordinary futuristic vision. The score is also rather impressive, and adds a lot of energy and excitement to the film. Though it follows a lot of typical sci-fi tropes, I, Robot is an incredibly entertaining action film.
    Dann M Super Reviewer
  • Oct 25, 2012
    A brilliant film that really begs for answers to many questions. The plot is fantastic and, like usual, the acting is superb.
    Jason 123 D Super Reviewer
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