

Automation
2018, Japanese. Directed by Kenjo McCurtain.
Hiro, a shy, jaded salary worker, purchases a robot maid to keep him company. The robot at first injects some fun and comfort into his lonely existence but soon the lack of a human element only serves to isolate him further.
- Runtime
- 0h 13m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
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- Released
- 27 August 2018
- Original title
- オートーメーション
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Kenjo McCurtain
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Automation: quick answers
Is Automation worth watching?
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How long is Automation?
Automation runs 13 minutes (0h 13m).
Does Automation have a post-credits scene?
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Automation parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for Automation yet.
Which OTT platform is Automation on?
Automation isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 27 August 2018. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Automation?
If you liked Automation, try The Congress, Vesper, BLAME!.
Who directed Automation?
Automation (2018) was directed by Kenjo McCurtain and stars Shuna Iijima, Yasuhiro Ito, Mayumi Yamamoto.