The Transformers: The Movie
Beyond good. Beyond evil. Beyond your wildest imagination.
The Autobots must stop a colossal planet-consuming robot who goes after the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. At the same time, they must defend themselves against an all-out attack from the Decepticons.
Directed by Nelson Shin · Animation · Science Fiction · Action · 85 min · 1986
Trailer
Director
Nelson Shin
Studio
Marvel Productions / Sunbow Productions
Release
1986-08-08
Runtime
85 min
Genres
Animation, Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Family
Cast & Characters
Hot Rod / Rodimus Prime (voice)
Judd Nelson
Optimus Prime / Ironhide (voice)
Peter Cullen
Soundwave / Megatron / Rumble / Frenzy / Wheelie (voice)
Frank Welker
Galvatron (voice)
Leonard Nimoy
Unicron (voice)
Orson Welles
Cliffjumper (voice)
Casey Kasem
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Critical Assessment
The Transformers: The Movie holds 7.1/10 on TMDb (623 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of September 1, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (7.1/10 on TMDb (623 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Transformers: The Movie good? What are critics saying?+
The Transformers: The Movie holds 7.1/10 on TMDb (623 votes). IMDb/Rotten Tomatoes/Metacritic scores will populate automatically via the site's daily refresh once available.
How long is The Transformers: The Movie?+
The Transformers: The Movie has a runtime of 85 min.
Who directed The Transformers: The Movie?+
The Transformers: The Movie was directed by Nelson Shin.
Where can I watch The Transformers: The Movie?+
The Transformers: The Movie is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie received generally positive reviews for its ambitious animation style and dramatic storytelling. Reviewers noted that the film combines elements of a toy commercial with a "feature-length toy commercial". The reaction to the film was varied, ranging from enthusiasm ("I was there in '86") to nostalgia ("I'll be there in '26").
Viewer Reviews (TMDb)
**A film that only interests those who know the animated series, but which marks the end of Orson Welles' work.** I saw this film by mere chance. Later, I was surprised to see how well regarded and highly rated it is. It is based on “Transformers”, an animated series for children…
Filipe Manuel Neto · 1/10"Unicron" is determined to get hold of the matrix of leadership so it can fulfill a desire for galactic domination. What's stopping it are the "Autobots" and their boss "Optimus Prime" who are in constant conflict with the evil "Decepticons" and their leader "Megatron". After a b…
CinemaSerf · 6/10The Transformers: The Movie is simultaneously an unabashed feature-length toy commercial and a surprisingly ambitious, occasionally brutal piece of 1980s animation. Nelson Shin wastes little time raising the stakes, delivering major character deaths, planetary destruction, and a…
Nick · 7/10
From the trailer's comments
Hitting me like a truck now Rest Easy Peter, you’ll forever be Optimus Prime
@8-BitCinema · 941 likesI was there in ‘86. I’ll be there in ‘26.
@happiaxxident · 7387 likes"Megatron? Is that you?" "Here's a hint!" *BAM*
@Jagonath · 1552 likesThis is going to hurt even more now that the legend Peter Cullen has passed, till all are one.
@DillonCarr-t2q · 476 likesI'm going to watch this in theaters to hear Peter Cullen one last time and see him off.
@darkglass3011 · 417 likes“You got the touch, YOU GOT THE POWERRRR” YEAH! 🎶
@seiya209 · 1136 likesWhat do you mean "experience a new chapter" WHAT ARE YOU COOKING?!?!?
@woodman3926 · 3538 likesRest in Peace Peter Cullen (voice of Optimus Prime)!!!😭
@jimbog4873 · 252 likes
