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‘Transformers: The Movie’ Getting Fall Theatrical Re-Release From Hasbro & Fathom – Comic-Con
The 1986 animated cult classic "Transformers: The Movie" is returning to cinemas in 4K on 17 September, thanks to a re-release from Fathom Entertainment in partnership with Hasbro. The screening, announced at Comic-Con alongside a new trailer, will include a newly created post-credits sequence and other exclusive additions not in the original film. The re-release forms part of Hasbro's year-long "Apology Tour" campaign, which acknowledges long-standing fan grievances over the death of Optimus Prime in the original picture.
Tickets go on sale on 7 August, with the re-release confirmed for the UK and Ireland, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, Mexico and Germany, with further markets to be announced. The Nelson Shin-directed film featured the voices of Orson Welles, Robert Stack and Leonard Nimoy, and originally earned $5.8 million at the North American box office. A companion soundtrack reissue, including a new single featuring Sebastian Bach, is already available on streaming and vinyl ahead of the theatrical run.
In short
- 1986 "Transformers: The Movie" gets 4K cinema re-release on 17 September
- Part of Hasbro's "Apology Tour" over Optimus Prime's death
- New post-credits scene added; tickets on sale 7 August
Explained simply
Transformers: The Movie is a 1986 animated film based on the Transformers toy franchise about giant robots that transform into vehicles. Although it received mixed reviews upon its release, the film became a cult classic among fans, who particularly remember a major plot point involving the death of the protagonist Optimus Prime.
Hasbro, the toy company that owns Transformers, is releasing the film in cinemas again as it reaches its 40th anniversary. The theatrical re-release is part of Hasbro's effort to engage with devoted fans and address long-standing grievances about the original film, particularly surrounding key character deaths.
The original film featured voice work from Hollywood actors including Orson Welles and Leonard Nimoy. The re-release will be distributed by Fathom Entertainment and shown in multiple countries including the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, with tickets going on sale in August.
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