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7.0 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 235 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 33 out of 235

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  1. Jamie
    May 9, 2005
    9
    Pretty good movie other then the fact that robots try to take over. (they use that whey to much).
  2. Sam
    Jun 15, 2005
    10
    Brilliant, brilliant film. I don't care what the critics say about the plot, I was immpressed with it, but there's more to the film than great plot. Unlike Sean K., other than the whiny girl I liked the characters and the effects and kick-ass action scenes were awesome. Recommended to many.
  3. MarkR.
    Dec 29, 2007
    10
    It is one of my favorite movies, In fact it was my favorite until I am Legend, then that tied with it.
  4. kitty
    Jul 6, 2008
    10
    I wanted to see this movie since the moment I saw the preview, but I never did because my mom saw it and never took me! So I finally managed to see it earlier this week and I loved it!
  5. samf
    Jul 13, 2005
    10
    Thought it was really good, it never got boring drfinatly a ten :)
  6. Coleslaw
    Jul 24, 2005
    9
    Great movie. And I cant wait to see the next installation.
  7. TimB.
    Dec 13, 2005
    10
    This film is weel good i dont know why everyone has slated it.
  8. cadeb.
    Dec 21, 2005
    10
    It was a awsome movie.
  9. NickS
    Dec 28, 2005
    9
    I don't know why this was panned by critics - a great envisaging of Asimov's work, and cool special effects to boot. Spooner is a great character, and there are even comedic moments. Really enjoyable.
  10. CharlieW.
    Mar 7, 2006
    9
    I hate Will Smith... but the plot and action are terrific. This movie actually made me respect Will a little more. Besides, he delivers some great lines. Such as when he sneezes then says, "I'm sorry, I'm allergic to bull...." Classic.
  11. ArshdeepB.
    Mar 3, 2007
    10
    This movie was a thrilling movie with a very good twist at the end and good backstory behind Sponner's actions.
  12. CaitlinD.
    Apr 24, 2007
    10
    F*ck all the people giving it bad ratings. This is my #1 favorite movie of FOREVER. There are so many Sci-Fi movies these days and books and what-not, Sci-Fie just plainly isn't very good anymore, but THIS makes a difference. Some scenes have such great camera work, it made me dizzy! The story is incredibly entwined from beginning to end and leaves you in suspense and also the thing (or person) you think is the bad guy is not what you think when you first see it! Qualities: Sci-Fi, cute moments, suspenseful/thrilling, great camera work, incredible affects, complex yet still easy to follow plot, clever twists, compliments Sci-Fi, originality put into the classic 'Robots turn evil', action, puts a new look on a few things. Expand
  13. JohnC.
    Jul 15, 2007
    9
    It's interesting when the users and the critics diverge on a movie. You can't blame people for going to see the film that the studio was pitching in the trailer, finding a different movie, and being disappointed. This isn't an action thriller, but a character study. Also, it didn't have the infinite budget of a Lucas or Spielberg film, and I'll bet it didn't look as good on the big screen as it does on DVD. Lots of fun references to every robot movie in the past. Lots of fun detail of it's future non-dystopic (for a change) world. Expand
  14. VikramM.
    Aug 27, 2004
    10
    Great movie. I thought this movie would be good, but then there was something surprising, that it was sometimes funny! I'm not a Will Smith fan, I don't like him except like in the first Men in Black, but otherwise, I don't like him. It was a good Action, Comedy, Mystery, Drama. The whole idea was pretty good. I liked a lot.
  15. ScottH.
    Sep 29, 2004
    10
    This movie was pretty good the robots where really cool.
  16. EmmanuelB.
    Sep 21, 2004
    9
    This movie is great!!!
  17. RodgerP.
    Sep 17, 2004
    9
    It's amazing, great computer effect.
  18. JeffR
    Jul 20, 2004
    9
    Very, very fun and supremely watchable movie. i expected to hate it, and i couldnt have been more wrong. writing and plot arent perfect, but they're very good as far as action movies go and i didnt find myself picking out little inconsistencies throughout the show like i tend to do with mediocre movies - everything unfolded in a very satisfying manner. Smith's Spooner is really a likeable character, as is sonny the robot (in a data-from-star-trek sort of way), and i thought the short list of main characters absolutely played into the movie's strengths. all in all, terrific summer fare. Expand
  19. KristianG.
    Aug 21, 2004
    10
    This movie is great, it has a slow and "relaxing" start but then when the action starts it really blows you away...
  20. LloydF.
    Jul 24, 2004
    10
    Best robot movie ever made. superb stunts, action scenes, great pick of characters; simply an amazing product of imagination and hard work. Definitely a work of art!
  21. AndrewL.
    Jul 16, 2004
    10
    Finally, Hollywood is giving us a reason to not be embarrassed by admitting we like SCI-FI movies. They would do well to stick to Asimov stories. If you liked Bicentennial Man, you will enjoy this movie. Hopefully, there will be a turnaround and stupid movies like Minority Report, A.I. and Vanilla Sky are never made again, but I doubt it.... Anyhow, the special effects are great simply because they put life into the characters. The robot is the star of the movie, every bit as good as Smegel in LOTR. Dr. Calvin was well cast as was Will Smith's character, but his performance was flat at times. After the movie, everyone within earshot was talking about how good the movie was and they couldn't understand why the reviews didn't offer more praise. Glad to hear people have a mind of their own. Highly recommended. Expand
  22. CameronS.
    Jul 17, 2004
    9
    Nothing like the book but still fun and entertaining. The main thing I liked was the CGI, It was a lot more realistic than I had expected. Also, I was glad that in the end credits it said "Suggested by the Book I, Robot" rather than saying "Based on The Book I, Robot" So you new that it had something but little to do with the book. Will Smith was good but he wasnt in the book at all and the special effects were really good. Great fun. Expand
  23. DustinL.
    Jul 19, 2004
    9
    I personally didn't think much about the movie before I saw it. I knew I was going to go see it in theaters because I always like Will Smith's movies and this one looked decent. After I watched it I was very impressed, the storyline is fun and logical while providing entertaining action sequences. I don't see why people would even mention bad things about the movie. I went to the theater, had a great time with probably the best summer movie that'll be out, and thats all the matters. Plus, you have to love Will's comic side as well. Expand
  24. TerryW.
    Jul 19, 2004
    10
    Excellent!
  25. DifferentTheBest
    Aug 5, 2004
    10
    Great movie, one of the best this year and people who think that the film is rubbish have no intelligence and need to be shown films of lower standards to please their stupid desires.
  26. ChrisM.
    Aug 6, 2004
    9
    This movie is one of the better movies I have seen this year. It has some really exciting.
  27. HarrisonB.
    Aug 8, 2004
    10
    This movie was my favorite movie of the summer(2004)! I loved Will Smith, and I thought the robots were awesome. The story's good, great special effects, and there are some funny parts. Great movie, always will be! See it.
  28. MartinE.
    Aug 8, 2004
    9
    Very good movie. Exellent fast paced plot with plenty of action. The CGI effect were especialy good as was the acting. A word of warning though if you are a fan of Asimov then you may be dissapointed so it is best to approach this movie with an open mind and appreciate it for what it is, which is a superb science fiction film.
  29. DeanS.
    Aug 2, 2004
    9
    This film is one of the best sci fi films ive seen for years.And if you can say you didnt enjoy it then you must be an emoshonless ROBOT.The films great.
  30. Greg
    Jul 19, 2004
    10
    Well, who hasn't had a fanstasy of Will Smith fighting robots?
  31. PaulM
    Jul 19, 2004
    10
    How awesome was this movie??!! It had a cool plot and it made me think, which is rare for summer movies...What's amazing is how people arent talking about the special effects. They were amazing!! It's probably because the makers decided to advertise the plot and what the movie is about rather than about some great action sequence, (like Matrix Reloaded car chase)...I urge everyone to see this movie Expand
  32. AndrewP.
    Jul 18, 2004
    9
    This movie was great. Although I agree with James J.'s statement that people do not know what they are talking about when they say it was or wasnt a great adaptation of the book, it actually did have a lot of references to Asimov's short stories throughout. When Will Smith was trying to discern sonny from a thousand other robots, and sonny dreaming are both examples of such references. Excellent movie, I'd highly recommend it. Expand
  33. JasonP.
    Jul 17, 2004
    9
    Do not be fooled by the average reviews. If you like science fiction movies at all, check this one out. I'm not going to lie and say this is one of the smartest sci-fi movies out there, but it does make you think and has some great action scenes. I got more than I expected which is always a good thing
  34. Pete
    Jul 26, 2004
    9
    Nothing like the book, but a good fun movie.
  35. LipesB.
    Jul 24, 2004
    9
    Don't worry about the slam-it-by-numbers reviews from these wannabe film trashers, it's all rubbish, the film is great. A great lead, smart script and cool storyline. Of course we've seen the ideas before, its Asimov! The film tells us so in it's title! Relax your collective batties and enjoy.
  36. SyiedahN.
    Jul 29, 2004
    9
    This movie was a great representation of the realistically near and possible future. It was lighthearted and thought provoking all at the same time. Really good movie.
  37. AlanD.
    Jul 29, 2004
    10
    An exelent movie and a great comeback for will smith who was perfect for the part. it was willed with action, suspense, and a hint of thriller. a classic movie in my book.
  38. GuyIncognito
    Jul 16, 2004
    10
    What a great movie. Laughs, thrills, and holds your interest from start to finish. I love the interpretation of a futuristic Chicago. The cgi is abundant but not overdone. Great acting all around as well. Don't miss this one.
  39. RD
    Jul 17, 2004
    9
    I can't believe all the low reviews "I Robot" is getting. It's a great sci-fi action adventure, with excellent special effects and some humor thrown in as well. True, it doesn't follow the book (the credits say it's "suggested" by the book) but "I Robot" was not one of Asimov's best anyhow. I think the movie is FAR BETTER than the book! This movie is never going to win "best picture" but for a fun summer-escape it's one of the best I've seen in the past few years. It definately beats spider-man! Expand
  40. GmanH.
    Jul 15, 2004
    9
    Dude! The booke was a collection of short stories and this movie isn't based on an of them! Th movie just wraps the vibe of them over another guy's screenplay.
  41. JackM.
    Feb 25, 2005
    9
    Awesome thriller with good storyline! loved it!!
  42. Aug 23, 2010
    9
    The critics of this movie really suck. This movie is awesome and everyone I know whose scene this movie loves it. How did it get such a bad rating? Really a 59? And a 6.8? hmmm...
  43. Feb 12, 2011
    9
    Fantastic film with breathtaking effects and an interesting approach to our future in robotics. Its storyline contained sinister plots and emotional events. Many of the scenes, especially the interrogation scene, were very well done. Great movie which I have watched countless number of times.
Metascore

Mixed or average reviews - based on 38 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 38
  2. Negative: 1 out of 38
  1. 50
    Proyas creates a futurescape that's snazzy in a “Blade Runner” lite sort of way and one or two of the film's effects are eye poppers.
  2. Reviewed by: Kim Newman
    80
    The effects, arguably the best of the year, only add to the thrill.
  3. Reviewed by: Walter Chaw
    50
    Proyas merely assembles a mess of spare parts from better movies.