10 Best Artificial Intelligence Movie and Series Characters of All Time
Remember The Jetsons? Today’s tech feels like stepping into their world, except for the flying cars! Our pockets are home to mini Rosies, ready to serve at our command. They handle tasks and answer curious queries, even at 2 am! Chatbots on our favorite apps make this service even smoother. Also, this futuristic vision is one many of us first encountered in Hollywood. So grab some popcorn and join us as we walk down the AI Hollywood Walk of Fame.
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1- Wall-E
Wall-E, a simple robot collecting waste, left an indelible mark on our hearts. Devoid of human dialogue, Wall-E’s actions spoke louder than words. Wall-E won us over with his cuteness and persistent efforts to clean up an abandoned Earth. But it wasn’t just his love of cleaning that we admired; it was his love for EVE that melted our hearts. He was truly a little robot, reminding us that even the smallest of us can make a big difference. Here’s to Wall-E, the garbage collector robot who taught us about love, hope, and the importance of caring for our planet!
2- Westworld
Westworld is one of the series that offers a fascinating and deeply philosophical perspective on the possibilities and consequences of artificial intelligence. Once a sweet farm girl, Dolores becomes a self-conscious artificial intelligence leading a rebellion against her human oppressors. Her character grapples with complex themes of consciousness, identity, and the nature of reality.
3- The Good Place
One of the most talked about series of recent times, The Good Place offers a strange, thought-provoking, and ultimately heartwarming exploration of ethics and the afterlife. Janet is a programmed guide who helps the residents of “The Good Place” (which is not as good as it seems). While Janet might insist she’s “not a girl,” her love for Jason and her knack for humor make her one of the most human characters in “The Good Place”.
4- Finch
In a post-apocalyptic film, Finch is a robotic engineer who is one of the few survivors of a catastrophic solar flare. In his years of loneliness, Finch builds a robot named Jeff to keep him company and care for his dog Goodyear after he dies.
And yes, viewers, be forewarned! You may need a box of tissues when watching this film. Jeff, the robot, is one of the most lovable characters in the movie. Although artificial intelligence, he displays a human curiosity about the world around him and a deep loyalty to Finch and Goodyear. His journey from a newly created robot to a ‘being’ capable of experiencing complex emotions provides a rich and moving exploration of themes of friendship, love, and mortality.
5- Chappie
Chappie is a unique and heartwarming character! Not only did he bust myths about AI being cold and emotionless, but he also made us rethink what family truly means. With his lovable blend of innocence and ‘gangsta’ charm, Chappie found a place in our hearts that few AI characters have. His journey made us laugh, cry, and sometimes even cheer for him. Chappie’s unconventional upbringing under his ‘mommy’ and his ‘daddy’, and his fierce loyalty to them taught us that love and acceptance truly transcend boundaries. After all, he’s a gangsta robot. What more needs to be said?
6- M3gan
Meet the new version Chucky! In this movie, a robotic engineer designs a robot to support and befriend his recently orphaned niece. But the humanoid robot, programmed to bond emotionally with the little girl, becomes overprotective of its new friend because its programming has worked too well. This frightening state of attachment brings with it many dangers. This is an excellent watch for fans of AI-themed horror and suspense!
7- Black Mirror
Black Mirror is one of the most exciting series of recent times; each episode tells a different story, and throughout these stories present many intriguing and provocative AI characters.
One of them is Ashley Too, a robotic doll that has an exact copy of pop star Ashley O’s consciousness and personality. The doll begins as an assistive device programmed to speak supportive and cheerful words to its owner. However, as the episode progresses, it becomes clear that Ashley Too has more depth and talent.
8- Love, Death + Robots
This anthology series is a treasure trove of unique and diverse stories, with many episodes featuring AI characters.One standout is Zima Blue, an enigmatic, deep-diving artist later revealed to be an advanced AI. The stunning animation and the profound allegory portrayed in this mesmerizingly simple yet effective 10-minute short leaves a lasting impression on viewers. Like Zima, we often find our true colors — our own “Zima Blue” — in the simple, pure, and profound moments that make up our existence.
9- Her
One of the significant movies about AI in the cultural consciousness, Her prompted a great deal of discussion around the role of tech in our daily lives — namely, how emotionally attached we’ve become to our devices. The film was released just two years after consumers became acquainted with conversational UI using Apple’s Siri.
The burgeoning man-AI romance between Samantha and Theodore shows the power of AI to provide emotional support to those who need it — while remaining a cautionary tale about the power of tech. For this, Samantha is among the more important artificial intelligence characters in film today.
10- Interstellar
Who’s a better work buddy than TARS? This military robot sacrificed himself for his colleague after developing one of the best onscreen bromances (but don’t worry, they both survived). He’s also really funny, often breaking the movie’s tension with sarcasm and humor. Basically, TARS seems incredibly human despite his boxy, metallic body — one of the best artificial intelligence characters out there. TARS, like Marvin, demonstrates how task-oriented or utilitarian bots need not be cold and stuffy.
So, next time your Google Assistant plays your “guilty pleasure” playlist instead of “workout motivation” or Siri sends a random text to your ex, don’t be too harsh on them. They’re just trying to keep up with their on-screen cousins. Now, let us know — which of these artificial intelligence characters is your favorite?
