Deon Wilson — Chappie Character Profile

About Deon Wilson

Brilliant robotics engineer who creates true artificial consciousness.

Deon Wilson — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

AI programming, Robotics engineering, Ethical reasoning

• Strength: 3/10
• Intelligence: 10/10
• Charisma: 6/10
• Morality: 9/10
• Influence: 7/10

Character Facts

Played by

Dev Patel

Appears in

Chappie (2015)

Role

Protagonist

Relationships (4)

• Deon Wilson — Family Creator — Chappie (Sharlto Copley)

  Deon acts as the creator and father figure to Chappie.

• Deon Wilson — Conflict Rival — Vincent Moore (Hugh Jackman)

  Professional jealousy escalates into direct hostility.

• Deon Wilson — Professional Employer — Michelle Bradley (Sigourney Weaver)

  Bradley holds executive authority over Deon's research projects.

• Deon Wilson — Narrative Creator — Gang Member (Julian Brits)

  Deon's creation directly interacts with and is influenced by the gang members.

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