Icons Unearthed: Transformers
The Transformers began as a modest import toy only to become a multibillion-dollar merchandise line that would inspire a multibillion-dollar film franchise.
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Cast
Seasons
- Ep 1
1.A Marvel-ous Marketing Campaign
04-04-202642 minStarting as simple imported toys, the Transformers grew into a multibillion‑dollar global franchise that later dominated the film industry.
- Ep 2
2.It's Over Prime
04-04-202642 minTransformers soars in popularity, but Hasbro sidelines Marvel and kills off Optimus Prime to push new toys in a risky move that could make or break the franchise.
- Ep 3
3.The Odd Couple Transforming Hollywood
11-04-202642 minTransformers were fading by the 2000s, but Steven Spielberg saw big-screen potential for the franchise and tapped Michael Bay, who doubted an '80s toy would be popular with a new g...
- Ep 4
4.Roll out the Sequels
11-04-202642 minWhen Transformers hits big at the box office, Paramount rushes a sequel amid a writers' strike, tight deadlines, and Megan Fox and Shia LaBeouf dominating the tabloids.
- Ep 5
5.The Sword in the Energon Cube
18-04-202642 minMichael Bay returns to the Transformers films with huge Hong Kong set pieces, but VFX strain and convoluted medieval lore leave audiences groaning.
- Ep 6
6.Autobots Reboot!
18-04-202642 minMichael Bay exits Transformers, leaving Paramount to reboot the franchise with two new directors who have to try to recapture the franchise's spark.
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