# The Transformers: The Movie (1986) — Celluloid fact sheet

Source: https://celluloidscore.com/movies/the-transformers-the-movie-1986/
Updated: 2026-09-29

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Celluloid Score | Composite score pending |
| Editorial Rating | Pending |
| Audience Snapshot | Pending |
| Letterboxd | Pending |
| IMDb | Pending |
| Director | Nelson Shin |
| Genres | Animation, Science Fiction, Action, Adventure, Family |
| Runtime | 85 min |
| Age rating | PG (US) · U (UK) |
| Also known as | Transformers: La película (Spanish (Mexico)); Transformers, le film (French); Transformers - Der Kampf um Cybertron (German); Transformers - O Filme (Portuguese (Brazil)); トランスフォーマー ザ・ムービー (Japanese); 트랜스포머 더 무비 (Korean); 变形金刚大电影 (Chinese (China)); 變形金剛大電影 (Chinese (Taiwan)) |

## Quick answer

The Transformers: The Movie (1986) is released, but the Celluloid composite score is pending. See the title page for available editorial coverage. Directed by Nelson Shin.

## Celluloid verdict

Celluloid's editorial review of The Transformers: The Movie is still pending, so no recommendation or score is published yet. Release facts, cast, age ratings and where to watch are listed below.

## Synopsis

The Autobots must stop a colossal planet-consuming robot who goes after the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. At the same time, they must defend themselves against an all-out attack from the Decepticons.

## Cast

Judd Nelson, Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, Leonard Nimoy, Orson Welles, Casey Kasem, Dan Gilvezan, Scatman Crothers, Susan Blu, Eric Idle

## Common questions

**Is The Transformers: The Movie worth watching?**
The Transformers: The Movie (1986) is released, but the Celluloid composite score is pending. Celluloid's editorial review of The Transformers: The Movie is still pending, so no recommendation or score is published yet. Release facts, cast, age ratings and where to watch are listed below.

**What is The Transformers: The Movie about?**
The Autobots must stop a colossal planet-consuming robot who goes after the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. At the same time, they must defend themselves against an all-out attack from the Decepticons.

**Who directed The Transformers: The Movie?**
The Transformers: The Movie (1986) was directed by Nelson Shin.

**Where can I watch The Transformers: The Movie?**
Streaming availability varies by region — see the The Transformers: The Movie page for current options.

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