Exclusive: The Transformers: The Movie new 2026 trailer and post-credits reveal
On July 24, 2026, at San Diego Comic-Con, as part of a new 4K screening of The Transformers: The Movie, fans in attendance were the first to see a new post-credits scene, which occurs after the movie ends with the destruction of Unicron.
As teased in the just-released trailer (watch above) this post-credits scene might have something to do with Optimus Prime. Fans of the ’80s TV show will remember that Optimus Prime returned from the dead more than once. But this new post-credits scene seems to indicate this new chapter is something different.
If you want to see the new 4K restoration of the movie in theaters, you will be able to buy tickets very soon from Fathom Entertainment. Here’s what to know about the big Transformers rerelease.
The Transformers: The Movie 4K 2026 theatrical re-release
Here’s the official press release from Hasbro about the full roll-out (see what we did there) of The Transformers: The Movie:
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). Check out Fathom Entertainment for more details.
