The Transformers: The Movie theatrical Re-release To Feature New Post-credits Special Addition

HASBRO AND FATHOM ENTERTAINMENT REVEAL AN ALL-NEW CHAPTER FOR THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE — AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY IN THEATRES BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 17

Tickets go on sale worldwide Aug. 7 for the iconic movie’s remastered 4K 40th anniversary theatrical return, featuring a never-before-seen chapter after the credits

Every epic saga has a secret. As this journey ends, a new one begins.

PAWTUCKET, R.I. and DENVER, COLO. — July 24, 2026 — Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, in collaboration with Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, today announced that tickets for the 4K theatrical return of the original The Transformers: The Movie will go on sale August 7, 2026. The companies also debuted today at San Diego Comic-Con the first look at an all-new post-credits cinematic chapter of the Transformers story, created exclusively for the theatrical event.

Beginning September 17, 2026, on Transformers Day, one of the most influential animated films of the 1980s returns to theaters in stunning 4K and premium large format 4DX in the U.S. and U.K. This time, however, the story doesn't end when the credits roll. For the first time ever, audiences will experience an exclusive addition that gives longtime fans and newcomers alike one more reason to see the film together on the big screen.

More than a chance to revisit an animated classic, this is a one-of-a-kind moviegoing event. From the newly restored presentation to the exclusive new chapter waiting after the credits, every moment is designed to reward audiences who experience it together and stay through the very last frame.

As part of Hasbro’s “Apology Tour,” a year-long campaign acknowledging the death of Optimus Prime in The Transformers: The Movie, the theatrical experience is expanding globally, with screenings across the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Germany and the U.S., giving fans everywhere the chance to be a part of Transformers history. Additional markets to be announced.

Exclusive collectible concessions, including popcorn buckets, specialty drinkware and more, will be offered at participating theatres in the U.S. while supplies last. Check your local theatres for availability and potential purchase limits.

Tickets for The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary will be available online and at participating theatre box offices on August 7 (theatre locations are subject to change). For The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary artwork and photos, please visit the Fathom Entertainment asset page.

Fans counting down to the theatrical re-release can rock out to The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition album, available now on major streaming platforms and vinyl, including the new single “Nothing’s Gonna Stand In Our Way” featuring Sebastian Bach, and its accompanying music video. Plus, shop Hasbro’s The Transformers: The Movie toy line, featuring The Matrix of Leadership premium electronic movie replica alongside Studio Series action figures inspired by the film.

For the latest information on the “Apology Tour,” visit the Transformers hub on Fathom Entertainment's website. Stay connected by following @TransformersOfficial on Instagram and TikTok, and @Transformers on X and Facebook.

  
About Transformers
The Transformers brand is a global powerhouse franchise with millions of fans around the world. Since 1984, the battle between the Autobots and Decepticons has come to life in movies, TV shows, comic books, innovative toys, and digital media, bringing incredible "MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE" experiences to fans of all ages. The brand's enduring connection is made possible by its rich storytelling and characters: the heroic Autobots who seek to protect all life, and the evil Decepticons who seek to conquer the universe. The Transformers brand is a Hasbro franchise.
  
About Hasbro
Hasbro is a leading games, IP and toy company whose mission is to create joy and community through the magic of play. With 165 years of expertise, Hasbro delivers groundbreaking play experiences and reaches more than 1 billion fans annually around the world, through physical and digital games, video games, toys, licensed consumer products, location-based entertainment, film, TV and more.
  
Through its franchise-first approach, Hasbro unlocks value from both new and legacy IP, including Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, Monopoly, Hasbro Games, Nerf, Transformers, Play-Doh and Peppa Pig, as well as premier partner brands. Powered by its portfolio of thousands of iconic marks and a diversified network of partners and subsidiary studios, Hasbro brings fans together wherever they are, from tabletop to screen.  
 
For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, a 2026 JUST Capital Industry Leader, a Brand that Matters by Fast Company, and one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50 for fourteen consecutive years. For more information, visit corporate.hasbro.com or follow Hasbro on LinkedIn.

About Fathom Entertainment 
Fathom Entertainment is the leading global specialty distributor of content to movie theatres. For more than 20 years, Fathom Entertainment has pioneered theatrical distribution of events and special engagements across various genres and formats, including feature films, episodic content, documentaries, concerts, and live events. Fathom consistently ranks among the top 10 theatrical distributors in North America, and distributes content to cinemas worldwide. Fathom Entertainment is owned by AMC Entertainment Inc. (NYSE: AMC), Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CNK), and Regal Cineworld Group (LSE: CINE.L). For more information, visit FathomEntertainment.com.