Robo-G (2012): cast, story & where to watch

2012 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 2012, Robo-G is a comedy and drama film directed by Shinobu Yaguchi, running about 112 minutes. “It's out of control.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Three engineers cannot make a robot work in time for a science show, and hire a man to inhabit the robot's shell to save their jobs. The robot's performance at the show attracts media attention and scrutiny from a science student.

Who’s in it. Robo-G stars Mickey Curtis as Shigemitsu Suzuki, Gaku Hamada as Kobayashi Hiroki, Jyunya Kawashima as Nagai Shinya and Yuriko Yoshitaka as Sasaki Yoko, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Robo-G has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Robo-G page.

If you liked it. Fans of Robo-G tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Robo-G (2012)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Robo-G change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Robo-G worth watching?
Robo-G holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Robo-G?
Robo-G stars Mickey Curtis, Gaku Hamada, Jyunya Kawashima, Yuriko Yoshitaka and Tomoko Tabata.
When was Robo-G released?
Robo-G was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.