Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014): cast, story & where to watch

2014 · Film · ★ 5.9

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Released in 2014, Transformers: Age of Extinction is an action, adventure and science fiction film directed by Michael Bay, running about 165 minutes. “This is not war, it's extinction.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. As humanity picks up the pieces, following the conclusion of "Transformers: Dark of the Moon," Autobots and Decepticons have all but vanished from the face of the planet. However, a group of powerful, ingenious businessman and scientists attempt to learn from past Transformer incursions and push the boundaries of technology beyond what they can control - all while an ancient, powerful Transformer menace sets Earth in his cross-hairs.

Who’s in it. Transformers: Age of Extinction stars Mark Wahlberg as Cade Yeager, Stanley Tucci as Joshua Joyce, Jack Reynor as Shane Dyson and Kelsey Grammer as Harold Attinger, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Transformers: Age of Extinction has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.1B at the box office.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Starz Apple TV Channel and Paramount+ Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Transformers: Age of Extinction page.

If you liked it. Fans of Transformers: Age of Extinction 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: Age of Extinction (2014)?
In US, Transformers: Age of Extinction is available to stream on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential and Starz Apple TV Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Transformers: Age of Extinction worth watching?
Transformers: Age of Extinction holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, adventure and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Transformers: Age of Extinction?
Transformers: Age of Extinction stars Mark Wahlberg, Stanley Tucci, Jack Reynor, Kelsey Grammer and Titus Welliver.
When was Transformers: Age of Extinction released?
Transformers: Age of Extinction was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 165 minutes.