Astro Boy (2009): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Where to Watch
Astro Boy is a 2009 action sci-fi film directed by David Bowers, starring Nicolas Cage, Kristen Bell and Freddie Highmore. It brings to the screen characters from Astro Boy Omnibus Volume 1 by Osamu Tezuka. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes and earned $39.9 million worldwide on a $65 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including Outstanding Achievement in Casting - Animation Feature at the Artios Awards 2010. Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Director
- David Bowers
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Summit Entertainment
- Budget
- $65M
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Astro Boy About?
The premise of Astro Boy without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
In futuristic Metro City, a gifted scientist creates Astro Boy, a powerful robot with superhuman abilities fueled by a special blue energy. As Astro Boy explores the city, he learns about human emotions and the importance of connection. He faces numerous challenges and dangers, ultimately demonstrating his heroism and protecting the people he cares about in a climactic battle.
Astro Boy Themes & Keywords
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- astro boy character
- troubled production
- gender in title
- psychotronic film
- slimehouse
- shrekcore
- artificial intelligence sci fi
- robot sci fi
- child in jeopardy
- superhero adventure
- space sci fi
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- superhero fantasy
- superhero sci fi
- cg animation
- superhero action
- boy
- robot
- scientist
- gladiator
- betrayal
- futuristic
- android
- force field
- cgi animation
- exploding building
- cynicism
- fight to the death
- idealism
- hope
- crushed to death
- crushed car
- cannon
- crossbow
- fugitive
- giant
- giant monster
- giant creature
- monster
- creature
- taser
- stun gun
- self sacrifice
- heroism
- knocked unconscious
- revelation
- trampoline
- secret hideout
- rooftop
- ambush
Where to Watch Astro Boy
Stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Fawesome, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Astro Boy Cast
Nicolas Cage leads the cast, with Kristen Bell and Freddie Highmore. Directed by David Bowers.
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Director David Bowers
Astro Boy Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Astro Boy 51% on Rotten Tomatoes and 53 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.
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IMDb 6.2 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 51% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 50%
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Metacritic 53 Metascore
User score 5.8
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TMDB 63% User score
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Astro Boy Plot Summary
What happens in Astro Boy from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In a distant future, the city of Metro City hovers above the Earth, sustained by advanced technology and populated by robots fulfilling various tasks. However, when a robot is deemed obsolete, it is discarded over the edge, landing on the chaotic landscape far below.
Full summary
The whole story of Astro Boy, scene by scene
Astro Boy Box Office & Budget
Astro Boy grossed $39.9 million worldwide on a $65 million budget, 61% of what it cost. $19.6 million came from the US and Canada and $20.3 million (51%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$39.9M
61% of its budget back
- US & Canada
- $19.6M
- International
- $20.3M
- Budget
- $65M
Astro Boy Awards & Nominations
Astro Boy earned 1 award nomination, including Outstanding Achievement in Casting - Animation Feature at the Artios Awards 2010.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Artios Awards 2010 1 nomination- Nominated Outstanding Achievement in Casting - Animation Feature
Astro Boy Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Astro Boy.
How Well Do You Know Astro Boy?
9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is Metro City primarily supported by?
Astro Boy Also Known As
23 alternative titles, including “Astroboy” and “Astro Boy - Der Film”.
- Also known as
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- Astroboy
- Astro Boy - Der Film
- 原子小金剛
- 아스트로 보이-아톰의 귀환
- Astro Çocuk
- Cậu Bé Siêu Nhân
- 아스트로 보이: 아톰의 귀환
- 아톰 새로운 시작
- 아스트로 보이 - 아톰의 귀환
- Astro Boy เจ้าหนูพลังปรมาณู
- Астробой
- 阿童木
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- אסטרו בוי
- Άστρο Μπόι
- Астро Бой
- Астробој
- پسر فضایی
- ATOM／アトム
- Astro vaikis
- เจ้าหนูพลังปรมาณู, ასტრო ბიჭუნა
- Siêu Nhí Astro
- الولد الخارق
- أسترو بوي
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Astro Boy FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, where to watch, box office, ratings and awards of Astro Boy, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Astro Boy?
Astro Boy runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was Astro Boy released?
Astro Boy was released on October 23, 2009.
Who directed Astro Boy?
Astro Boy was directed by David Bowers.
More films by David Bowers Who is in the cast of Astro Boy?
Astro Boy stars Nicolas Cage, Kristen Bell and Freddie Highmore.
Where can I watch Astro Boy?
In the US, Astro Boy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Fawesome and Hoopla and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Astro Boy make at the box office?
Astro Boy grossed $39.9 million worldwide ($19.6 million domestic, $20.3 million international) on a budget of $65 million.
How is Astro Boy rated?
Astro Boy has 6.2/10 on IMDb, 51% on Rotten Tomatoes, 53 on Metacritic and 63% on TMDB.
Was Astro Boy nominated for any awards?
Astro Boy received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
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