New Love, Death + Robots Volume 4 Trailer: Red Hot Chili Peppers, MrBeast, and More!
Netflix has officially announced that the critically acclaimed Love, Death + Robots will return for Volume 4 on May 15, 2025, bringing 10 all-new, mind-bending stories. The animated anthology series, which has earned 13 Emmy awards, is set to push the boundaries of storytelling with its signature blend of sci-fi, horror, and humor. Along with the release date, Netflix has unveiled the official trailer, voice cast details, and the roster of talented directors behind these stunning new episodes.
Highlights from Volume 4: An Exciting Mix of Directors & Voice Casts
This season boasts an impressive lineup of directors and voice talent. Notable names include David Fincher (Bad Travelling), who returns as a director for the episode Can’t Stop, featuring the iconic Red Hot Chili Peppers. Other stars featured in this season’s episodes include MrBeast, Kevin Hart, John Oliver, Niecy Nash, John Boyega, and Rhys Darby, among others.
Jennifer Yuh Nelson, renowned for her work on Kung Fu Panda 2 & 3, returns as the supervising director for Volume 4, ensuring the anthology maintains its signature bold and innovative animation style.
Episode Highlights from Love, Death + Robots Volume 4
Here’s a sneak peek at the diverse and thrilling episodes featured in this season:
Can’t Stop
Directed by David Fincher, this episode reimagines the legendary 2003 Red Hot Chili Peppers performance at Slane Castle, Ireland as a string-puppet animation. Featuring band members Anthony Kiedis, Flea, Chad Smith, and John Frusciante, this episode brings rock and animation together in a unique musical tribute.
Voice Cast: Anthony Kiedis, Flea, John Frusciante, Chad Smith
Animation Studio: Blur Studio
Close Encounters of the Mini Kind
Tiny terror is unleashed in this charming yet eerie alien invasion story, blending tilt-shift techniques for a playful take on sci-fi tropes.
Directors: Robert Bisi & Andy Lyon
Animation Studio: BUCK
Spider Rose
Set in the Swarm universe, Spider Rose follows a grieving Mechanist on a remote asteroid as she seeks revenge against the assassin who killed her husband.
Director: Jennifer Yuh Nelson
Animation Studio: Blur Studio
Voice Cast: Emily O’Brien, Feodor Chin, Piotr Michael, Sumalee Montano
400 Boys
In this post-apocalyptic world, warring gangs must unite against a new force: the 400 Boys, a gang that follows a strict bushido-like code.
Director: Robert Valley
Animation Studio: Passion Animation
Voice Cast: John Boyega, Ed Skrein, Sienna King
The Other Large Thing
A story about world domination by a cat, aided by a robotic butler, voiced by John Oliver. This episode features a quirky take on sci-fi and domestic life.
Director: Patrick Osborne
Voice Cast: Chris Parnell, John Oliver, Fred Tatasciore
Golgotha
A rare live-action entry, this story follows a vicar who hosts an emissary of an alien race, convinced that the Messiah has been reborn as a dolphin. Expect a strange, darkly comedic twist.
Director: Tim Miller
Cast: Rhys Darby, Moe Daniels, Graham McTavish
The Screaming of the Tyrannosaur
On a space station orbiting Jupiter, aristocrats gather to witness brutal gladiator battles fought on genetically engineered dinosaurs.
Director: Tim Miller
Voice Cast: MrBeast, Bai Ling
How Zeke Got Religion
This World War II-set episode follows a crew on a B-17 Flying Fortress trying to bomb a church before it raises an ancient evil.
Director: Diego Porral
Voice Cast: Keston John, Braden Lynch, Roger Craig Smith
Smart Appliances, Stupid Owners
A humorous look at household appliances, like an angry toothbrush and an overworked smart showerhead, who discuss their bemusement with their human owners.
Director: Patrick Osborne
Voice Cast: Melissa Villaseñor, Ronny Chieng, Amy Sedaris, Kevin Hart
For He Can Creep
Set in 1757 London, a poet confined to an insane asylum believes Satan wants him to write a verse that will end the world, and his only protection is his cat.
Director: Emily Dean
Voice Cast: Dan Stevens, JB Blanc, Jim Broadbent
What to Expect from Love, Death + Robots Vol. 4
The fourth volume of Love, Death + Robots promises to be as unpredictable and visually stunning as its predecessors. With its diverse array of directors, including heavyweights like David Fincher and Tim Miller, as well as a stellar cast of actors lending their voices, Volume 4 is shaping up to be a season filled with stunning visuals, thrilling narratives, and dark humor.
Expect mind-bending animation, unexpected twists, and stories that blur the lines between horror, sci-fi, and dark comedy. From dinosaur gladiators to messianic cats, there’s something for every fan of avant-garde storytelling.
Catch Love, Death + Robots Volume 4 on May 15
Don’t miss the return of one of Netflix’s most acclaimed animated series. Love, Death + Robots Volume 4 is sure to captivate audiences with its unique mix of visual storytelling and unpredictable narratives. Tune in to Netflix on May 15, 2025, to experience all the chaos, creativity, and intensity that this anthology series has to offer.
