---
title: "Robot Wars"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/robot-wars-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 421817
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 3.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Robot Wars (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/robot-wars-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Robot Wars is a feature film released on October 5, 2016 in Japan. Categorized within the science fiction, action, and thriller genres, the film has a runtime of one hour and thirty-five minutes. 

The story is set in a dystopian near future. The plot follows a corporate heist that goes wrong. Following the botched operation, the team members must struggle to survive a desperate escape through an apocalyptic sprawl while carrying their stolen prize, which is described as a weapon of unspeakable power. As they navigate the urban wasteland, they are forced to contend with barbaric gangs and corporate death squads. Along the way, they must also face the terrifying truth about the weapon they have stolen. 

Additional records reference other media titled Robot Wars from different years, including entries from 1993 and 1998, as well as a British television series that aired from 1998 through 2003 featuring presenters such as Jeremy Clarkson, Craig Charles, and Jonathan Pearce, though the 2016 film stands separately as a science fiction, action, and thriller release.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A botched corporate heist forces survivors to flee through a deadly dystopian wasteland."

### Why Watch
- high‑concept sci‑fi premise
- intense chase sequences
- compact 1h35m runtime

### Caveats & Content Note
- bleak, violent tone may not suit all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains intense violence and a bleak dystopian setting, making it appropriate for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dystopian, gritty, tense, action‑packed

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What genre does Robot Wars belong to?
It is classified as science fiction, action, and thriller.

### Q: When was Robot Wars released?
It was released in 2016, with a Japanese release date of 10 May 2016.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes.

### Q: What is the central premise of the film?
A corporate heist goes wrong, and the team must survive an escape through an apocalyptic urban sprawl while carrying a weapon of unspeakable power.

### Q: Is the film suitable for younger audiences?
Its intense violence and dark tone make it more appropriate for mature viewers.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Robot Wars — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/421817)
- [Robot Wars (1998) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/386158-robot-wars/prehled/)
- [Robot Wars 40% (1993) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/102515-robot-wars)
- [Robot Wars (1998 - 2003)](https://www.sms.cz/serial/robot-wars)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*