I, Robot (2004), holding it's own in the genre pantheon? I, Robot has a fan base that I'm glad to say has kept this film from drifting down into the depths of bad blockbuster sci-fi ratingville. I remember upon the film's release how so many people were wary of if Will Smith could carry the film? The concerns from Isaac Asimov's fans about a sacrilegious take on his legacy etc etc. Truth is is that I, Robot is an…
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.
Top Cast
Will Smith
Del Spooner
Bridget Moynahan
Susan Calvin
Alan Tudyk
Sonny (voice)
James Cromwell
Dr. Alfred Lanning
Bruce Greenwood
Lawrence Robertson
Adrian Ricard
Granny
Chi McBride
Lt. John Bergin
Jerry Wasserman
Baldez
Fiona Hogan
V.I.K.I. (voice)
Peter Shinkoda
Chin
Terry Chen
Chin
David Haysom
NS4 & NS5 Robots (voice)
Scott Heindl
NS4 & NS5 Robots (voice)
Sharon Wilkins
Woman
Craig March
Detective
Kyanna Cox
Girl
Reviews
Will Smith does paranoid and grumpy, and he does it very well. But then he does pretty much every role he plays very well. A vision of the future we're all expecting to happen, and the only nice people are robots.
Will Smith is a cop who detests artificial intelligence with a vengeance; despite the fact that he has a substantial part of his body made up of enhanced prosthetics after a car accident. When an executive from the world's largest robot production company commits suicide, he has to investigate and soon discovers a plot to take subjugate humanity. "I Robot" is a clever exposé on how AI could take over the world;…
"I, Robot" from 2004 delivers a solid action sci-fi experience. Visually, it's a standout for its time, with a great depiction of futuristic Chicago and well-designed robots. Alex Proyas's directing creates a cool, dark vibe, which fits the central "are the robots turning on us?" concept. Will Smith is entertaining, though his character's robot-hating trait is a bit over the top. The script has some shaky moments…
FAQ about I, Robot
What is I, Robot about?
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.
When was I, Robot released?
I, Robot was released in 2004.
What genres does I, Robot belong to?
I, Robot is categorised as Action, Science Fiction.
Who stars in I, Robot?
The cast of I, Robot includes Will Smith, Bridget Moynahan, Alan Tudyk, James Cromwell, Bruce Greenwood.