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Transformers is a multimedia franchise consisting of movies, TV Shows, video games, and comics. The franchise centers on a race of humanoid robots called the autobots who must protect Earth from the Decepticons. Some of the most popular characters include Megatron, Optimus Prime, and Bumblebee. In 2007, the first live-action movie in the franchise was released starring Shia Labeouf.

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Created by:
Hasbro
First Film:
Transformers (2007)
Upcoming Films:
Transformers One
First TV Show:
Transformers
Latest TV Show:
Transformers: EarthSpark
First Episode Air Date:
September 17, 1984
Cast:
Frank Welker, Peter Cullen, Corey Burton, John Stephenson, Jack Angel, Michael Bell, Dan Gilvezan, Casey Kasem, Christopher Collins, Shia LaBeouf, Megan Fox, Josh Duhamel, Tyrese Gibson, John Turturro, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Mark Wahlberg, Hailee Steinfeld, Anthony Ramos
Characters:
Megatron, Optimus Prime, Starscream, Bumblebee, Mirage, Ratchet, Ironhide, Jazz, Sam Witwicky
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Transformers' New Continuity Needs to Reject 1 Bay Movie Decision

Now that the Transformers are back in the Energon Universe, it's the perfect time for the franchise to reverse one major Bay-verse decision.

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Transformers' New Continuity Is Making a Much-Needed Arcee Change

Transformers is set to be rebooted into the new Energon Universe continuity, and the franchise is making a genius call by making this Arcee change.

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SDCC 2023: Transformers EarthSpark Cast & Creators Reflect On The Franchise's Legacy

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Unmade Transformers Prequel Would Have Set Up A G.I. Joe Crossover 8 Years Earlier

An unmade Transformers prequel created the perfect setup for a G.I. Joe and Transformers crossover, 8 years before Transformers: Rise of the Beats.

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The Energon Universe continues with Void Rivals #2, and the new shared continuity just brought back a Transformers villain no one expected to see.

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Transformers-GI Joe Movie Release Window Gets An Update From Producer Amid Dual Strikes

The release window for the upcoming crossover between the Transformers movies and G.I. Joe has been updated during the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.

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Paramount Pictures CEO Brian Robbins explains how original Transformers franchise director Michael Bay almost stopped the G.I. Joe crossover.

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Who Is Agent Burke? Transformers Rise of the Beasts' G.I. Joe Character Explained

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts ends with the huge reveal of a G.I. Joe crossover, but who is Agent Burke who recruits Noah Diaz to the organization?

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How Optimus Prime & Optimus Primal Are Connected In Transformers Rise of the Beasts

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts introduced Optimus Primal to Optimus Prime, begging the question of how the similarly-named Autobots are connected.

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Transformers & G.I. Joe's Shared Universe Begins in Epic Energon Universe Trailer

Transformer and G.I. Joe are relaunching in the new shared continuity of the Energon Universe, and Skybound just released an all-new trailer!

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When Transformers relaunches as part of the new Energon Universe shared continuity, Bumblebee won't be included. Here's why that's a genius call.

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Mirage’s Post-Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Future (Almost) Confirmed After Initial Doubts

Exclusive: Transformers: Rise of the Beasts producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura reveals that Mirage’s Transformers return is “almost a definite”.

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One specific story element from 2023’s Transformers: Rise of the Beasts makes a true adaptation of Beast Wars almost impossible for a sequel.

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Every Transformers Toy Revealed by Hasbro at SDCC 2023

A mega guide including high-res imagery for every Transformer item revealed during San Diego Comic-Con 2023.

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Iconic Dinobot Brought To Life In Most Advanced Transformers Collectible (& It Isn't Cheap)

An iconic Dinobot is brought to life as the most advanced Transformers collectible, but the self-transforming action figure isn't cheap.

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Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Producer On Beast Wars & Pete Davidson

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Where to Watch Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts

If you’re looking for where to watch Transformers: Rise of the Beasts at home, this 7th installment in the franchise is on several platforms.

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Bumblebee is an integral part of the Transformers franchise, however the yellow autobot has certainly seen his fair share of tragedy over the years.

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Pete Davidson Was Cast After Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Finished Filming And "Just Elevated It Further"

Exclusive: Second Unit Director James Madigan breaks down how Pete Davidson helped elevate Transformers: Rise of the Beasts after being cast.

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G.I. Joe Scene Has Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Director Hyped About The Future Of The Franchise

Exclusive: Director Steven Caple Jr. expresses his excitement for Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' G.I. Joe scene and its future implications.

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