Robot & Frank (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2012, Robot & Frank is a comedy, drama, crime and science fiction film directed by Jake Schreier, running about 85 minutes. “Friendship doesn't have an off switch” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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 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.
Who’s in it. Robot & Frank stars Frank Langella as Frank, Liv Tyler as Madison, James Marsden as Hunter and Susan Sarandon as Jennifer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Robot & Frank has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $3.3M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Robot & Frank page.
If you liked it. Fans of Robot & Frank tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Robot & Frank (2012)?
- In US, Robot & Frank is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Robot & Frank worth watching?
- Robot & Frank holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama, crime and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Robot & Frank?
- Robot & Frank stars Frank Langella, Liv Tyler, James Marsden, Susan Sarandon and Peter Sarsgaard.
- When was Robot & Frank released?
- Robot & Frank was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.