In 2024, animation enthusiasts experienced an exceptional year with films like Transformers One, Kung Fu Panda 4, and The Garfield Movie drawing attention. Among them, Pedro Pascal The Wild Robot stood out for its heartfelt storytelling and striking animation. Now, DreamWorks’ acclaimed film is returning to theaters, offering audiences another chance to enjoy the story on the big screen.
Cinemark announced that The Wild Robot will be featured again as part of its Summer Movie Clubhouse for children. The film centers on ROZZ, an intelligent robot voiced by Lupita Nyong’O, who becomes stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck. To survive, she forms bonds with various animals, including a fox voiced by Pedro Pascal, and cares for an orphaned baby goose. The movie has earned a 96 percent rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes and an even higher 98 percent audience score, underscoring its broad appeal. It was also nominated for three Academy Awards and received multiple other honors.
Strong Voice Cast Brings Peter Brown’s Story to Life
The animation features sleek visuals and a faithful adaptation of Peter Brown’s original book. Alongside Pedro Pascal and Lupita Nyong’O, the film boasts voices from well-known actors such as Kit Connor as Brightbill the baby goose, Catherine O’Hara as Pinktail, Bill Nighy as Longneck, Stephanie Hsu as Vontra, Mark Hamill as Thorn, Matt Berry as Paddler, Ving Rhames as Thunderbolt, and Randy Thom as the RECO units.
Upcoming Projects Highlight Pedro Pascal’s Expanding Career
Following his acclaimed work in The Wild Robot and the series Materialists, Pedro Pascal’s next major project is Marvel’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps, where he stars as Reed Richards. The film features Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm. The promotional campaign for the movie has already begun as the July 24 release date approaches.
Additionally, Pascal will appear in Ari Aster’s neo-western film Eddington, alongside Joaquin Phoenix and Emma Stone, set to premiere on July 18. Beyond these, he is involved in major upcoming projects including Avengers: Doomsday, headlined by Robert Downey Jr., currently in production and expected in 2026, as well as a new The Mandalorian and Grogu film featuring Baby Yoda.
How to See The Wild Robot in Theaters
The Wild Robot is playing in theaters through July 17 as part of Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse. This provides an excellent opportunity for families and fans to experience the acclaimed animated film once again. Tickets are available for purchase through the theater chain’s platform.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Why is Pedro Pascal in so many memes?
A. The meme comes from the film The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, featuring actors Nicholas Cage and Pedro Pascal. It became very popular on Reddit and YouTube. However, unlike the Snack Wars meme, it wasn’t as widely shared on TikTok.
Q. Can Pedro Pascal actually speak Spanish?
A. Pascal speaks both English and Spanish well. He became good friends with actress Sarah Paulson shortly after he moved to New York City in 1993.
Q. Is Pedro Pascal friends with Nicolas Cage?
A. Nicolas Cage and Pedro Pascal discuss their friendship in the movie “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent”!
Q. Is Pedro Pascal’s religion?
A. In a Vanity Fair interview from 2025, Pascal mentioned that he and Ramsey are “linked souls.” Pascal describes himself as agnostic and a progressive liberal.
