9

2009 • 80 minutes

About this movie

From visionary filmmakers Tim Burton (The Nightmare Before Christmas) and Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted) and Academy Award-nominated director Shane Acker comes this visually stunning and original epic adventure. In the final days of humanity, a dedicated scientist gives the spark of life to nine of his creations. The world has turned into an unrecognizable landscape of machines and spare parts, but this group of nine finds that if they band together, their small community might just be able to change the course of history. Featuring the voice talents of Elijah Wood, John C. Reilly, Jennifer Connelly and Crispin Glover, it's a thrilling, suspenseful story critics call "richly imaginative." (Peter Travers, Rolling Stone)

Ratings and reviews

Bleak, haunting and strangely beautiful, 9 offers a glimpse into director Shane Acker's unique vision of a post-apocalyptic world. Be warned: despite its cute-looking cast, 9 is decidedly not for children. Its deeply oppressive atmosphere barely lets up for a moment, and it features some of the most disturbing monsters this side of Pan's Labyrinth. There is little here for youngsters to love, but for any older viewers looking for a one-of-a-kind gem, this may be right up your alley.

That's the best dark animated film. I saw it on Netflix maybe twice or three times. It was dark, creepy, great, awesome, and even excellent! I liked the film and it was a bit sad that 2, 8, 5, 6 and 1 were killed by the Fabrication Machine. It's rated PG-13, but I liked it. Also seen the 2005 short of the same name. Best PG-13 movie I've ever saw!

Fantastic film, one of the best animated films I have seen in a very long time, with some big name actors doing the voices. My children love this film and I'm hoping for a sequel, fingers crossed (eh Mr Spielberg).