---
title: "Robot & Frank"
year: 2012
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/robot-frank-2012"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 84329
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 89
community_rating: 6.9
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Robot & Frank (2012) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/robot-frank-2012

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Robot & Frank is a film first released in 2012. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Comedy, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Park Pictures Features, TBB, Dog Run Pictures. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A grumpy elderly man receives a caretaker robot that helps reignite his unlawful profession."

### Why Watch
- Features a unique relationship between an aging man and a machine
- Combines elements of science fiction, comedy, and crime

### Caveats & Content Note
- Grown children are concerned about their father's well-being
- Frank is initially resistant to the robot
- Tone & Suitability: The film explores themes of aging and unlawful activities with a comedic and science fiction tone.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, science fiction, crime

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/robot-frank-2012#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jake Schreier
- **Networks / Studios**: Park Pictures Features, TBB, Dog Run Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Frank Langella** as *Frank*
- **Liv Tyler** as *Madison*
- **James Marsden** as *Hunter*
- **Susan Sarandon** as *Jennifer*
- **Peter Sarsgaard** as *Robot (voice)*
- **Jeremy Strong** as *Jake*
- **Jeremy Sisto** as *Sheriff Rowlings*
- **Bonnie Bentley** as *Ava*
- **Dario Barosso** as *Flattop*
- **Rachael Ma** as *Robot*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the release year of Robot & Frank?
The film was released in 2012.

### Q: Who is the main character in the film?
The main character is a curmudgeonly old man named Frank who lives by himself.

### Q: Why do Frank's children buy him a robot?
His grown children are concerned about his well-being and buy him a caretaker robot.

### Q: What genres are associated with the movie?
The movie spans science fiction, comedy, and crime genres.

### Q: How does Frank's relationship with the robot change?
Frank is initially resistant to the robot, but he eventually appreciates its support and treats it like a true companion.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Robot & Frank — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/84329)
- [Robot a Frank (2012) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/299780-robot-a-frank/prehled/)
- [Robot a Frank (2012) | ČSFD.sk](https://www.csfd.sk/film/299780-robot-a-frank/prehlad/)
- [Robot a Frank (2012) | Informace o filmu | MovieZone.cz](https://film.moviezone.cz/robot-a-frank)
- [Robot a Frank, Robot a Frank, CZ dabing (2012) - online ke…](https://prehrajto.cz/robot-a-frank-robot-a-frank-cz-dabing-2012/570705e03dbde)

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