Chappie

In a not-so-distant future, Tetravaal implements a robot police force in Johannesburg. This breakthrough technology is spearheaded by engineer Deon Wilson, who faces rivalry from his colleague Vincent Moore, who prefers a more traditional, human-controlled machine.

Scout 22, one of Deon's drones, is sent back for repairs due to its multiple malfunctions. Despite its flaws, it is redeployed to assist in a chaotic police raid, showcasing the challenges and reliability issues of robot technology in law enforcement.

During a tense police raid on Ninja and Yolandi, a criminal duo, things go awry when the gang attempts a dramatic escape. The situation escalates when crime boss Hippo threatens them, leading to a confrontation with the police.

Amidst the chaos, Hippo demands a staggering $20 million from Ninja and Yolandi. This financial pressure drives the criminal trio deeper into a life of desperation as they scramble to survive amidst growing dangers.

As the police storm in, chaos erupts when Hippo launches a rocket at Scout 22. The drone sustains critical damage, marking a turning point in the events and the escalating tension between the police and the criminals.

In the aftermath of the raid, Yolandi theorizes a way to disable the Scouts using a remote control, likening them to televisions. This idea sets the stage for their next course of action involving Deon.

Tetravaal's executive, Michelle Bradley, decides to invest further in Deon’s successful Scout project. However, this decision leaves Moore feeling sidelined and desperate for support to develop his Moose project.

Back at home, Deon begins working on creating artificial consciousness for Scouts. This ambitious project demonstrates his determination to innovate and expand the capabilities of robot technology.

Desperate for help, Ninja's gang kidnaps Deon to learn how to disable the Scouts. Initially resistant, Deon is pressured into compliance when they show him Scout 22 and its potential as a living being.

After Deon rewrites Scout 22's programming, the drone awakens with the personality of a timid child, earning the name Chappie. This marks a significant moment in the narrative, as Chappie symbolizes the intersection of technology and humanity.

Ninja and the gang begin training Chappie for a high-stakes heist, pushing him into dangerous situations to toughen him up. However, Chappie’s programming compels him to avoid violence, creating conflict within the group.

Moore launches a firmware update that causes the Scouts to malfunction across Johannesburg. This act of sabotage highlights his deepening rivalry with Deon and escalates the chaos throughout the city.

Chappie, embracing his newfound identity, leads the gang in an armored car heist. This heist is pivotal, showcasing Chappie's evolution and ability to assert himself within a criminal scheme.

The conflict culminates in an intense showdown involving the gang, Moore's Moose, and rival factions. The stakes are high as personal sacrifices are made, and Chappie's true identity and capabilities are put to the test.

In a final act of rebellion after significant losses, Chappie and Deon successfully transfer their consciousness into new robotic bodies. This transformation symbolizes hope and a new beginning for them as they navigate their existence as robots in a complex world.