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Next Gen (2018)

“Friendship is the ultimate upgrade.”

7.0/10 · 879 votes 1h 45m pg ActionComedyAdventureScience-fictionAnimationFamily

#100 of 328 films from 2018 #653 of 2168 in action

Directed by Joe Ksander, Kevin R. Adams · Written by Ryan W. Smith, Wang Nima

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Overview

A friendship with a top-secret robot turns a lonely girl's life into a thrilling adventure as they take on bullies, evil bots and a scheming madman.

Cast

John Krasinskias Project 77 (voice)
Lo Mutucas Mai (voice)
Jason Sudeikisas Justin Pin / Ares (voice)
Michael Peñaas Momo (voice)
David Crossas Dr. Tanner Rice / Q-Bots (voice)
Constance Wuas Molly (voice)
Kiana Ledéas Greenwood (voice)
Anna Akanaas Ani (voice)
Issac Ryan Brownas Ric (voice)
Reba Buhras Diagnostic Computer (voice)
Amber Friendlyas Mailbox Drone (voice)
Jet Jurgensmeyeras Junior (voice)
Joe Ksanderas Ramen Cup (voice)
Shaye Ogbonnaas Fan Boy (voice)

Facts

Release dateSeptember 7, 2018
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) — about the same as the 2018 average of 107 min
GenresAction, Comedy, Adventure, Science-fiction, Animation, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$22,000,000
IMDbtt7133686

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Questions

How long is Next Gen?
Next Gen runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is Next Gen worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 879 votes, which places it #100 of 328 films released in 2018 in this index (top 70%) and #653 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Next Gen?
Next Gen was directed by Joe Ksander, Kevin R. Adams.
Who stars in Next Gen?
John Krasinski as Project 77 (voice); Lo Mutuc as Mai (voice); Jason Sudeikis as Justin Pin / Ares (voice); Michael Peña as Momo (voice); David Cross as Dr. Tanner Rice / Q-Bots (voice); Constance Wu as Molly (voice).
What is Next Gen rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Next Gen?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/34950.

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