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The animated film "The Wild Robot," which grossed over $300 million worldwide in 2024, earned widespread critical acclaim, securing an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature and sweeping nine Annie Awards in 2025. This immense success prompted DreamWorks Animation to announce a sequel during the film's theatrical run. Now, two years later, new developments have emerged, specifically regarding a change in the directorial team.
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The Wrap exclusively reported that Chris Sanders, who wrote and directed the first "The Wild Robot" and is known for "Lilo & Stitch," will return solely as a screenwriter for the sequel. Directorial duties will be handed over to Heidi Jo Gilbert, who served as a story lead on the first film, and Troy Quane, co-director of "Nimona."
The report also suggested that Sanders' decision not to direct the sequel might be partly due to his commitment to writing the live-action "Lilo & Stitch" film, which he is also highly likely to direct, making it difficult to juggle both projects.
The sequel is expected to adapt "The Wild Robot Escapes," the second book in the original novel trilogy. A release date has not yet been set.
via： The Wrap