The Wild Robot is not just charming audiences—it’s straight-up frying circuits at the box office! And now, the movie’s mastermind has confirmed the news we’ve all been hoping for: a sequel is officially in the works. That’s right, our favorite robo-adventurer isn’t done showing the world that even machines can be a little wild.
Currently heading into its third weekend on the big screen, this animated sensation is expected to land in second place again. (But honestly, who cares about ranking when you’re this fabulous?) So far, it’s raked in more cash than your grandma’s collection of rare coins: over $74 million just in the U.S. alone, with a worldwide haul of $111 million! If this robot had a wallet, it’d need a forklift.
Director Chris Sanders spilled the metallic beans at the Deadline Contenders event in London on Saturday (October 12), saying:
“100% yes, there are absolutely plans for a second one,” Chris confirmed, undoubtedly with the kind of confidence you’d expect from someone who’s already on Oscar nomination speed dial.
If Chris’s name sounds familiar, it’s because this guy is basically the Pixar of people. He directed Lilo & Stitch (yes, the movie that made us cry over an alien blue dog-thing), How to Train Your Dragon (hello, epic flying scenes!), and The Croods (caveman humor at its finest). Oh, and in case that wasn’t impressive enough, he also worked on Mulan (iconic) and served as production designer for The Lion King. No biggie—just casually shaping the childhoods of several generations.
So buckle up, popcorn munchers, because the next chapter in The Wild Robot saga is coming! Prepare for more robo-shenanigans, plot twists, and heartwarming moments that’ll make even the grumpiest toaster shed a tear. You heard it here first: Chris Sanders is about to deliver another metal masterpiece, and we’re so ready for it!
