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Introduction
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Transformers is a media franchise produced by Hasbro and Takara Tomy, encompassing toys, films, TV series, comics, and more.
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The franchise primarily follows the heroic Autobots and the evil Decepticons, two factions of transforming robots from the planet Cybertron.
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The live-action film series began in 2007, directed by Michael Bay, and has grossed over $5.28 billion worldwide.
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The latest installment, 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts,' was released in 2023, and 'Transformers One,' an animated prequel, is set for release in September 2024.
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The franchise has expanded into various media, including video games, comic books, and a theme park ride.
Film Series [1]
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Transformers (2007): Directed by Michael Bay, featuring Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox.
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Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009): Sequel with increased budget and more action scenes.
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Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011): Introduced 3-D technology and had a darker tone.
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Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014): Featured new characters and a revamped Optimus Prime.
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Transformers: The Last Knight (2017): Michael Bay's last film in the series.
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Bumblebee (2018): A prequel with a lighter tone, set in the 1980s.
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Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023): Set after Bumblebee, introducing new factions.
Upcoming Movies [1]
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Transformers One (2024): An animated prequel exploring the origins of Cybertron.
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Voice Cast: Chris Hemsworth as Optimus Prime, Brian Tyree Henry as Megatron.
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Plot: Focuses on the relationship between Optimus Prime and Megatron.
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Release Date: Scheduled for September 13, 2024.
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Future Plans: Potential trilogy exploring the origins of the Transformers.
Strongest Transformer [2]
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Unicron: Considered the most powerful Transformer.
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Abilities: Can inflict great pain and control other Transformers.
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Weakness: Vulnerable to the Autobot Matrix of Leadership.
Character Sam Witwicky [3]
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Portrayed by: Shia LaBeouf.
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Role: Central character in the first three films.
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Plot: Involved in the ancient struggle between Autobots and Decepticons.
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Fate: Mortally wounded by Megatron in 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen.'
Merchandise and Toys [4]
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Produced by: Hasbro and Takara Tomy.
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Range: Action figures, games, accessories, and more.
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Popular Lines: Generations, Studio Series, and Masterpiece.
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Availability: Widely available online and in stores.
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Special Editions: Limited edition figures and exclusive releases.
Watching Order [5]
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Chronological Order: 'Bumblebee' (2018), 'Transformers: Rise of the Beasts' (2023), 'Transformers' (2007), 'Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen' (2009), 'Transformers: Dark of the Moon' (2011), 'Transformers: Age of Extinction' (2014), 'Transformers: The Last Knight' (2017).
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Release Order: Watch in the order they were released for the original experience.
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Continuity: 'Bumblebee' and 'Rise of the Beasts' serve as prequels to the main series.
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