Robot & Frank
"Friendship doesn't have an off switch"
Originally released in 2012. Robot & Frank is a science fiction/comedy film. directed by Jake Schreier. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Frank Langella, Liv Tyler, and James Marsden
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 24, 2012
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (1,139 votes)
Budget
$2.5M
Production budget
Box Office
$3.3M
1.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $2,500,000
- Revenue
- $3,325,038
Production Companies
- Park Pictures Features
- TBB
- Dog Run Pictures
- White Hat Entertainment
- Samuel Goldwyn Films
- Stage 6 Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robot & Frank about?
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 fa...
Who directed Robot & Frank?
Robot & Frank was directed by Jake Schreier.
How long is Robot & Frank?
Robot & Frank has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Robot & Frank released?
Robot & Frank was released on August 24, 2012 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Robot & Frank?
The main cast of Robot & Frank includes Frank Langella, Liv Tyler, James Marsden, Susan Sarandon, Peter Sarsgaard.
Is Robot & Frank worth watching?
Robot & Frank has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 1,139 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.