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Starring: Vin Diesel, Emily Blunt, Jaeden Martell
The Iron Giant – Live Action (2025) reimagines the beloved The Iron Giant (1999) in a breathtaking, emotional retelling. Jaeden Martell stars as Hogarth Hughes, a lonely boy in 1950s Maine who discovers a colossal alien robot (voiced by Vin Diesel) hidden in the woods. Unlike the animated original, this live-action version emphasizes raw performances and sweeping cinematic landscapes, creating a grounded yet magical
Emily Blunt delivers warmth and strength as Annie Hughes, Hogarth’s mother, who struggles to protect her son from government scrutiny. As paranoia grows during the Cold War, government agent Kent Mansley hunts for the robot, convinced it’s a threat to national security.
The film’s heart lies in the bond between Hogarth and the Giant. Through quiet conversations and heroic rescues, Hogarth teaches the towering machine the power of choice and compassion. The climactic moment mirrors the original—when the Giant sacrifices himself to stop a nuclear missile, whispering “I am Superman.” Yet, the final twist offers hope: fragments of the Giant begin reassembling in the Arctic, hinting at his return.
Budget: $160 million
Projected Worldwide Gross: $650 million
IMDb: 8.0/10