Rob1n (2025)
A grieving robotics expert builds a robotic doll that turns dangerously possessive in this chilling British horror-thriller.
Rob1n - Movie Information
- Original Title: Rob1n
- Release Year: 2025
- Directed by: Lawrence Fowler
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Horror, Thriller, Drama
- Age Rating (US): NR
- Runtime: 1h 31m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): March 20, 2025 (Chile - 18), February 12, 2026 (Brazil - 18), November 13, 2025 (Mexico - B-15)
- Alternative Titles: Rob1n: El poseído (MX), Rob1n: El poseído (ES), ROB1N: el poseído (AR), Robin El Poseido (CO), Rob1n, el poseído (CL), The Companion (UK), Кукла. Реинкарнация (RU), Rob1n: Inteligência Assassina (BR)
- Production Companies: Fowler Media
- Production Countries: United Kingdom
Rob1n - Plot
When a robotics expert channels the grief of losing his 11 year-old son into building 'Robin', a fully functioning robotic doll, a series of horrific events makes it clear Robin will do whatever it takes to have his creator all to himself.
Rob1n - Trailer
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He would kill to have you all to himself.
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Rob1n - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Lawrence Fowler
Main Cast
- Ethan Taylor
- Leona Clarke
- Simon Davies
- Michaela Longden
- Luke James
- Maximillian Cherry
- Lucas Edwards
- Gareth Tidball
- Victor Mellors
- Mollie Hindle-Pérez
Writers
- Lawrence Fowler
Producers
- Geoff Fowler
- Lawrence Fowler
Rob1n - FAQs
What is Rob1n about?
Rob1n follows a grieving robotics expert who pours his heartbreak over losing his young son into building Robin, a fully functioning robotic doll. Things take a dark turn when Robin begins exhibiting violently possessive behavior, determined to keep his creator all to himself at any cost.
Is Robin actually possessed or just malfunctioning?
The film deliberately blurs the line between supernatural possession and technological malfunction. Robin displays behavior consistent with a haunted or possessed entity — obsessive, violent, and emotionally driven — suggesting the doll may be channeling something beyond mere programming errors.
Where can you stream Rob1n right now?
You can catch Rob1n on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, or Tubi TV for free with ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Kanopy members can watch it for free too.
Is Rob1n connected to the Chucky franchise?
Rob1n is not connected to the Chucky franchise — it's a standalone British horror film. That said, fans of Child's Play and M3GAN will find plenty of familiar territory here: a killer doll, a grief-stricken creator, and a deeply unsettling possessive dynamic at the heart of the story.
Who are the main actors in Rob1n?
The film stars Ethan Taylor as Leo, the grieving robotics expert, alongside Leona Clarke as Lexi and Simon Davies as Aiden. The cast also includes Michaela Longden, Luke James, and Maximillian Cherry as Young Robin, with Victor Mellors and Mollie Hindle-Pérez rounding out the ensemble.
Does Rob1n have a happy ending?
Without giving too much away, Rob1n leans firmly into its horror roots — don't expect a tidy, feel-good resolution. The film builds toward a tense, dark conclusion that stays true to its themes of obsession, grief, and the dangerous consequences of trying to replace what's been lost.
Who directed and wrote Rob1n?
Lawrence Fowler wrote, directed, and edited Rob1n — a true one-man creative force behind the project. Fowler also co-produced the film alongside Geoff Fowler under their production banner Fowler Media, making this a deeply personal and tightly controlled British indie horror production.
What movies are similar to Rob1n?
If Rob1n hits the spot, check out Child's Play (1988), M3GAN (2022), and Brahms: The Boy II (2020) for more killer-doll chills. Curse of Chucky and Cult of Chucky are solid picks too. They all share that unsettling blend of grief, obsession, and a toy that refuses to stay harmless.
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