Next Gen (2018)
Kernel Score: 76% · 833 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Science Fiction
Released: 2018-09-07
Runtime: 105 minutes
Where to watch Next Gen
- Stream: Netflix
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
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.
Next Gen parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that Next Gen is a PG animated adventure in which a lonely girl befriends a secret robot to stand up to bullies and a scheming villain.
- Violence & scariness: Some — There is cartoon action involving robots and a villain, consistent with a PG family adventure rating.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Kevin R. Adams
Cast
- 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)
- Kiana Ledé as Greenwood (voice)
- Anna Akana as Ani (voice)
- Issac Ryan Brown as Ric (voice)
- Reba Buhr as Diagnostic Computer (voice)
Next Gen FAQ
Is Next Gen good?
Next Gen has a 76% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 833 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Next Gen?
In the US you can stream Next Gen on Netflix.
Is Next Gen OK for kids?
Next Gen is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Next Gen is a PG animated adventure in which a lonely girl befriends a secret robot to stand up to bullies and a scheming villain.
What movies are like Next Gen?
If you liked Next Gen, try Chickenhare and the Hamster of Darkness, Scooby-Doo! & Batman: The Brave and the Bold, Regular Show: The Movie and Phineas and Ferb the Movie: Candace Against the Universe.