Paramount Pictures made a significant announcement at CinemaCon, revealing that Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, and Brian Tyree Henry are set to star in Transformers One, the franchise's first animated film in nearly four decades. A year later, the trio returned to showcase their work during Paramount's studio presentation. They unveiled an extended trailer and the first scene from the film in 3D, generating excitement among theater owners.
Johansson, currently working on her directorial debut, Eleanor the Great, expressed her pride in the project, hinting at a unique on-screen experience. Hemsworth, portraying a young Optimus Prime, assured audiences of a spectacular viewing experience, promising to showcase a new side of the beloved character. Henry, playing D-16, teased an origin story that breaks new ground in cinematic storytelling.
The star-studded cast also includes Keegan-Michael Key, Steve Buscemi, Laurence Fishburne, and Jon Hamm. Transformers One, slated for release on September 13, is described as the long-awaited origin story of Optimus Prime and Megatron, exploring their journey from allies to adversaries.
The film, produced by Paramount Animation, Hasbro, and New Republic Pictures, is based on the iconic Transformers action figures. Directed by Josh Cooley, known for his work on Toy Story 4, and scripted by Andrew Barrer and Gabriel Ferrari, Transformers One is a collaboration of industry veterans.
The production team, including Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Tom DeSanto, Don Murphy, Michael Bay, Mark Vahradian, and Aaron Dem, is dedicated to bringing this iconic story to life. Executive producers Steven Spielberg, Zev Foreman, Olivier Dumont, Brian Oliver, B.J. Farmer, and Matt Quigg are also on board to ensure the film's success.
