Transformers One, originally scheduled to hit theaters on September 13, has been pushed back to September 20. This decision was made to distance the movie from the highly anticipated Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, which is expected to dominate the September box office. The move also avoids a clash with DreamWorks Animation/Universal’s Wild Robot, ensuring that two major animated films do not compete on the same opening weekend.
The decision to change the release date comes after Transformers One received overwhelmingly positive feedback at CinemaCon last week. Late September has historically been a successful period for family animated movies, with films like Hotel Transylvania 2, Hotel Transylvania, and Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs all performing well at the box office. Transformers One is already generating buzz as one of Paramount’s highest-tested movies.
Transformers One explores the origin story of iconic characters Optimus Prime and Megatron, originally known as Orion Pax and D-16, as they transition from allies to enemies. The film is a buddy movie set in space, offering a fresh take on the Transformers franchise after nearly four decades. Directed by Josh Cooley, Transformers One features a star-studded cast including Chris Hemsworth as Optimus Prime, Brian Tyree Henry as Megatron, Scarlett Johansson as Elita-1, Keegan-Michael Key as B-127, and appearances from Steve Buscemi, Laurence Fishburne, and Jon Hamm.
Transformers One is produced by industry heavyweights Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Don Murphy, Tom DeSanto, Michael Bay, Mark Vahradian, and Aaron Dem. The film is a co-production with The New Republic and promises a visually stunning and action-packed experience for audiences. The newly released trailer for the film, featuring Hemsworth and Henry, showcases the epic scale and high-stakes drama that fans can expect from Transformers One.
In other release date news, the highly anticipated Aang Avatar animated film has shifted its premiere from October 10, 2025, to January 30, 2026. Directed by Lauren Montgomery, the film is based on the beloved series Avatar: The Last Airbender, created by Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko. The voice cast includes Dave Bautista, Eric Nam, Dionne Quan, Jessica Matten, and Roman Zaragoza, with producers Konietzko, Dante DiMartino, Latifa Ouaou, and Maryann Garger leading the project.
Overall, these release date changes reflect the dynamic nature of the film industry and the strategic decisions made to maximize the success of each film. Transformers One and Aang Avatar are poised to captivate audiences with their thrilling storylines, talented casts, and innovative approaches to beloved franchises.