The Transformers (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Series · ★ 7.8
Released in 1984, The Transformers is an animation, kids, action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. The Transformers is the first animated television series in the Transformers franchise. The series depicts a war among giant robots that can transform into vehicles and other objects.
Who’s in it. The Transformers stars Peter Cullen as Optimus Prime / Streetwise / Nightstick / Slugslinger / Wingspan, Frank Welker as Megatron (voice) / Soundwave (voice), Jack Angel as Ultra Magnus / Cyclonus (voice) and Corey Burton as Spike Witwicky / Sunstreaker / Brawn, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, The Transformers has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Transformers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Transformers tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, Attack on Titan and Attack on Titan: No Regrets.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Transformers (1984)?
- In US, The Transformers is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Transformers worth watching?
- The Transformers holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy animation, kids, action & adventure and sci-fi & fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Transformers?
- The Transformers stars Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, Jack Angel, Corey Burton and Susan Blu.
- When was The Transformers released?
- The Transformers was released in 1984.