A friendship with a top-secret robot turns a lonely girl's life into a thrilling adventure as they take on bullies, evil bots and a scheming madman.A friendship with a top-secret robot turns a lonely girl's life into a thrilling adventure as they take on bullies, evil bots and a scheming madman.A friendship with a top-secret robot turns a lonely girl's life into a thrilling adventure as they take on bullies, evil bots and a scheming madman.
- Awards
- 1 win & 5 nominations total
John Krasinski
- Project 77
- (voice)
Charlyne Yi
- Mai
- (English version)
- (voice)
Jason Sudeikis
- Justin Pin
- (English version)
- (voice)
- …
Michael Peña
- Momo
- (English version)
- (voice)
David Cross
- Dr. Tanner Rice
- (English version)
- (voice)
- …
Constance Wu
- Molly
- (voice)
Kiana Ledé
- Greenwood
- (voice)
Anna Akana
- Ani
- (voice)
Issac Ryan Brown
- Ric
- (voice)
Reba Buhr
- Diagnostic Computer
- (voice)
Amber Friendly
- Mailbox Drone
- (voice)
Jet Jurgensmeyer
- Junior
- (voice)
Joe Ksander
- Ramen Cup
- (voice)
Shaye Ogbonna
- Fan Boy
- (voice)
Jon Oswald
- Toothbrush
- (voice)
- …
Betsy Sodaro
- Toilet
- (voice)
- …
Fred Tatasciore
- Police Robots
- (voice)
- …
Kitana Turnbull
- RJ
- (voice)
Featured reviews
It has a few stumbles along the way, and some jokes that run too long, but it's definitely worth your time. Mai is a great lead character and John Krasinski as the robot has a lot of heart.
This may not be top of the heap, but it holds its own in the world of Pixars and DreamWorks. Well done!
This may not be top of the heap, but it holds its own in the world of Pixars and DreamWorks. Well done!
Animation was great no issue there. The story was even good. The character of Mai was were it took a negative turn for me, she is angry for a good portion of the movie working through it in various ways but never showing any sign of an improved emotional state just continuously angry, destructive, selfish and cold, honestly maybe to accurate a depiction a child's behavior after losing someone to put into a child's movie and it drags out for far to long. There is a lot of bleeped out cussing. Honestly just really bad character development in a really cool story with sweet animation.
It was a fun feel good movie without being DreamWorks or Disney. They did a great job, good story, visuals and soundtrack. It was fun.
This movie speaks out to core issues in detail that most movies for kids don't. It instantly shows what some kids go through from their point of view.
It is also a great story of the value of friendship, that everyone needs someone to lean on.
The parts that are action packed give you an adrenaline rush and the quiet moments really engage your emotions. They do this while still allowing comedy and fun to be thrown into the mix. Most importantly the characters are able to make want root for them and when the characters are at rock bottom It's heart wrenching.
In summary Next Gen is an action packed, fun filled, story of relationships that's definitely worth your time.
This is a Netflix original animated film about a girl and her killer robot. The animation and action are great, the characters are engaging, and the story is pretty original. Also, this movie is the spiritual successor to 9, my all-time favourite movie! And my friend Dave Colvinson actually worked on it! If you're browsing through Netflix looking for something to watch, I'd recommend checking this out. I think it's a good time! Definitely a hidden gem! Spread the word! More people need to see this!
Did you know
- TriviaThe budget of this film was 30 million dollars. An average Pixar film costs about 200 million.
- GoofsMai and 7723 crash through the street, into the sewer after fighting the big robot. They fly down the sewer, then come right back. As they come into view, Mai has the Band-aid on her cheek. When she jumps off and yells at 7723, the Band-aid is gone. Scene goes back to 7723, and when back to Mai, the Band-aid reappears.
- Crazy creditsNo robots were harmed in the making of this film. The filmmakers do not believe that robots are evil. They are good. Definitely good. Super super good. In fact, when the robot overlords take over we will be the first in line to bow at their benevolent feet. Or wheels -- or whatever.
- ConnectionsReferenced in AniMat's Crazy Cartoon Cast: And The Nominees Are... (2018)
- SoundtracksRebel Girl
Written by Kathleen Hanna, Kathryn Wilcox, Tobi Vail and Billy Karren
Performed by Bikini Kill
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Details
- Release date
- Countries of origin
- Official sites
- Languages
- Also known as
- Next Gen
- Filming locations
- Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada(Studio)
- Production companies
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Box office
- Budget
- CN¥150,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross worldwide
- $2,379,961
- Runtime1 hour 46 minutes
- Color
- Aspect ratio
- 2.35 : 1
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