Astro Boy.

Name: Astro Boy
Genre: Animation, Action, Science Fiction
Released: 2009-10-23
Duration: 93 min
Cast: Charlize Theron, Eugene Levy, Freddie Highmore, Donald Sutherland, Nicolas Cage

Built with power. Looking for a place.

A scientist creates a powerful robot in the likeness of his lost son. Rejected by his creator, the boy searches for belonging before a threat forces him to defend the city that cast him out.

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Why it’s a little special

Superhero action comes with substantial questions about identity, acceptance and what makes someone worthy of care.

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US film rating

A child's death, parental rejection, weapon attacks and robot destruction make this emotionally and physically intense in places.

Our notes are a starting point, not an age recommendation. G and PG films can still include intense moments. You know your family best.

BEHIND THE SCENES

The little details.

Directed by: David Bowers
Starring: Charlize Theron, Eugene Levy, Freddie Highmore, Donald Sutherland, Nicolas Cage, Nathan Lane, Alan Tudyk, Bill Nighy, Samuel L. Jackson, Kristen Bell, Moises Arias, Elle Fanning
Written by: David Bowers, Timothy Hyde Harris
Produced by: Maryann Garger, Francis Kao, Yoshihiro Shimizu, Cecil Kramer, Ken Tsumura, Paul Wang
Release date: October 23, 2009
Runtime: 93 minutes
Genre: Animation, Action, Science Fiction
Studio: Summit Entertainment
Language: English

LIGHTS DOWN. SNACKS READY.

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