Transformers: Beginnings (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2006, Transformers: Beginnings is an action, thriller, animation and science fiction film directed by Harold Hayes Jr., running about 22 minutes. “See what happened before Optimus Prime and Megatron came to Earth.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On their home planet of Cybertron, the Autobots and Decepticons are involved in an explosive battle over the coveted AllSpark. With the fate of the universe at stake, the Autobots send it far from the reaches of the ruthless Megatron, leader of the Decepticons. But there are even more surprises in store when it crash-lands on Earth.
Who’s in it. Transformers: Beginnings stars Peter Cullen as Optimus Prime, Frank Welker as Megatron, Mark Ryan as Bumblebee and Patrick Hallahan as Starscream, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Transformers: Beginnings has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Transformers: Beginnings page.
If you liked it. Fans of Transformers: Beginnings tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Transformers: Beginnings (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Transformers: Beginnings change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Transformers: Beginnings worth watching?
- Transformers: Beginnings holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, animation and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Transformers: Beginnings?
- Transformers: Beginnings stars Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, Mark Ryan, Patrick Hallahan and Brian Stepanek.
- When was Transformers: Beginnings released?
- Transformers: Beginnings was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 22 minutes.