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Congratulating Jim Gianopulos for the 2018 turnaround success of the movie studio, Viacom (parent company of Paramount Pictures) CEO Bob Bakish stated that Transformers: Bumblebee is ‘solidly profitable’.

This was most noticeable as Viacom admitted that Transformers: The Last Knight acquired a $100 million loss for the company back in 2017 and created a domino effect which could have sent Paramount to a doomed state had it not been for their new CEO’s timely action.

“Bakish congratulated Paramount for a successful turnaround, using the latest in the Transformersfranchise as an example: Bumblebee, he said, is “solidly profitable” while its predecessor in the summer of 2017 lost more than $100 million.”

Speaking to Bloomberg, Mr. Gianopulos stated that they are trying to “recharge” the Transformers franchise amidst the recent announcement of shelving the latest movie of the Star Trek franchise.

“Gianopulos is also trying to recharge “Transformers,” which is based on the Hasbro Inc. toys. Derided for being shallow, irritatingly loud and with contrived machismo, the 2017 installment — the final one to be directed by Michael Bay — was the lowest-grossing in the series and scored just 15 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. Now, with director Travis Knight, the franchise has been re-imagined, and the recently released “Bumblebee” — which stars a female lead and was the first “Transformers” screenplay to be written by a woman — is already meeting positive reviews.”

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Thanks to a legal document submitted to the United States Securities & Exchange Commission yesterday, we have learned that Paramount Pictures will continue working with Hasbro to produce future Transformers movies.

“Paramount has several multi-picture production, distribution and financing relationships, including its recently extended agreement with Skydance Productions (“Skydance”) and a new overall deal with Hasbro Inc. (“Hasbro”). Under the Skydance agreement, Paramount and Skydance will continue to work together to produce and finance certain Paramount films, and Paramount has a first look on Skydance-initiated projects, including animated films. Paramount’s agreement with Hasbro involves the production, financing and distribution of live action and animated films based on Hasbro’s expansive list of properties. Paramount and Hasbro will also continue to work together on the Transformers and G.I. Joe franchises, including the first Transformers spinoff – Bumblebee – which is scheduled for theatrical release in December 2018.”

While we have heard of the agreement before, this is the first time we are seeing it on a legal documentation. It is also important to note that Transformers and G.I. Joe franchises are highlighted prominently and the fact that the term ‘first Transformers spinoff’ may indicate even more spinoffs in the future.

This submission came directly after Viacom’s annual conference call to close the financial outcome of Fiscal Year 2018. The parent company of Paramount Pictures reported a positive output after 2014.

“In addition to our internal executive team, we enter in — entered into multi-year relationships with Hasbro, which brought us the Transformers and G.I. Joe films.” said James ‘Jim’ Gianopulos, Chairman & CEO. “In film, we have a diverse slate of 13 theatrical releases versus fiscal 2018’s nine releases. These include the latest installment of the Transformers franchise, Bumblebee.”

What do you expect to see from future Transformers movies? Let your thoughts known, on the thread associated with this news post.

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Few days ago, Transformers fans got a small taste of what to expect inside the December 2018 issue of the Empire Magazine. Director Travis Knight has given a lengthy interview discussing his upcoming movie; Transformers: Bumblebee.

TFW2005 purchased a copy of the mag to delve into the juicy details from the aforementioned interview.

Though we attached the images from Empire onto this news post, we will not post the interview in its entirety. You can read below, our summary of the article.

Spoiler Warning: Some may consider certain parts of the interview as spoilers. You are warned.

#1. Setting The Mood

  • Favorite G1 characters: Optimus Prime, Shockwave, Soundwave, Bumblebee.
  • Went for the G1 aesthetics – metallic giants with real personalities. “There’s something so magical about the simplicity of those designs.”
  • Though Dropkick and Shatter are new characters, they are “woven from the same fabric” as G1.
  • Shatter’s look is inspired by G1 Nightbird (minus the nunchucks).
  • Dropkick’s look is inspired by G1 Megatron.
  • The director considers G1 Megatron’s design as one of the greatest designs of Transformers history.

You can read the rest of the summary and take a look at the scans, after the jump. Empire Magazine December 2018 issue (out now!) can be bought from your local newspaper outlet.

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With special thanks to Hasbro toy distributors in Sri Lanka and South America, we have learned the Street Date for Transformers: Bumblebee movie toyline.

Slated for a Halloween Release, the toyline will hit shelves on Wednesday, October 31st.

Of course it’s not unusual to see the line, more than a month earlier than the movie. Transformers: The Last Knight toyline was released on April 24th, 2017 against its June 20th premiere date. This new release date also reflects the same time gap.

Based on the info we gathered, Transformers: Bumblebee toyline will consist of (but not limited to) the following product categories:

  • Mainline – As a part of the ongoing Studio Series
  • Transformers: Energon Igniters Nitro Series
  • Transformers: Energon Igniters Power Series
  • Transformers: Energon Igniters Power Plus Series
  • Transformers: Energon Igniters Speed Series
  • Titan Changers
  • Bee Vision Mask
  • Showcase Helmet
  • Stinger Blaster*
  • DJ Bumblebee
  • Roleplay Masks

Note (*): Stinger Blaster is compatible with Bee Vision Mask.

We will update you all with all the info we receive over time. Until then, make sure to save up for the upcoming toy releases.

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Ever reliable 2005 Boards Member catz, is sharing with us some tidbits from Hasbro Transformers toylines for 2019. Most of the info clearly match with the stuff we heard from Toy Fair 2018 and from various other confirmed rumors.

Transformers Generations: War For Cybertron

  • The upcoming Generations line War For Cybertron will carry the code WFC.
  • Size Classes: Leader, Voyager, Deluxe, Micromaster, Battlemaster.
  • Two main size classes will carry Micromasters/Battlemasters.
  • Blindbox figures will also be available.

Bumblebee Movie Line

  • Bumblebee Movie toyline will continue into 2019 under the same product code MV6.
  • The line will consist of gimmick toys such as Tiny Turbo Changers, Energon Igniters, Masks and Titan Changers.
  • Energon Igniters will be the main [gimmick] line for the movie.

Studio Series

  • Studio Series will continue in 2019 as well.
  • The 2019 line will consist of 2+ Leaders, 2+ Voyagers, 5+ Deluxes.
  • May or may not be repaints/retools.

Movie Masterpiece

  • Movie Masterpiece series is another line that will continue in 2019.
  • 1 figure from Transformers 2007 (TF1).
  • 1 figure from Transformers: Revenge Of The Fallen (TF2).

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We have received a word that Hasbro will showcase their upcoming toys for Transformers: Bumblebee movie, at the 2018 Licensing Expo.

This of course is not the first time Hasbro placed them on display this year. The toys made their debut a week before UK Toy Fair 2018, where the company held a private event to several prominent journalists, which was then followed by a secret booth at the UK Toy Fair for the investors, potential license holders, distributors and retailers in order to generate some buzz (pun intended) for the line. The movie toys appeared for the third time at another secret booth during Australian Toys And Hobby Fair.

While we do not know whether the movie toys will receive another Secret Booth Treatment, but if you are stopping by the Las Vegas Licensing Expo, make sure to make a beeline (again, pun intended) towards Booth: South Seas Ballroom E – Level 3 to check out the toys from Bumblebee: The Movie. If 2014 and 2016 were any indication, the new toys will be on display openly to anyone who attends.

Other than that, Hasbro will be showcasing a huge line up of Nerf toys as well as My Little Pony, Littelest Pet Shop, Magic: The Gathering, Monopoly and several other Hasbro Gaming game titles.

For Hasbro, the cherry on top of the cake would be the induction of their CEO Brian Golder into the LIMA Hall Of Fame. You can read more about it through our previous news post for the event.

Licensing Expo 2018 will be held from May 22nd to May 24th at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas.

News Post image courtesy: Kobby Dagan at Dreams Time.

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Exactly a month ago, we made an announcement that Paramount Pictures will be hosting their annual CinemaCon Presentation in Las Vegas on 25th April, 2018. Back then, we stated that Transformers fans should keep their expectations low for Live Action Movie Series content; since the upcoming Transformers: Bumblebee movie was still 9 months away.

However, we are happy to be proven wrong on this occasion as multiple industry rumors are suggesting that the First Poster and the Teaser Trailer for Bumblebee: The Movie will be showcased at CinemaCon 2018.

Adding further confirmation, is a report from popular ticketing website Fandango along with a standee from this year’s CinemaCon exhibition floor:

“Transformers’ #Bumblebee hitched a ride to #CinemaCon, where its buzz will begin.”

But wait, there’s more…

Fandango editor Erik Davis himself tweeted:

“More from #CinemaCon Day 0: The Transformers spin-off #Bumblebee has promos everywhere, plus a little #Venom and the first true poster for the final How To Train Your Dragon movie, #TheHiddenWorld”

We do not know whether the rest of the world other than the visitors at CinemaCon will get to see the teaser trailer or the poster (the latter is more likely to be photographed though), but it is interesting to note that the trailer may debut during Paramount’s CinemaCon ‘Summer And Beyond‘ presentation on Wednesday, April 25th from 4:30PM to 6:00PM at the The Colosseum, Caesars Palace (Las Vegas).

Update: Paramount and Hasbro has announced a new website for the movie. However, the site is not live yet. Once it goes online, you can get all the content from www.BumbleBeeTheMovie.com.

You can checkout the CinemaCon Bumblebee standee, after the jump.

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Hasbro will be attending this year’s Bologna Licensing Trade Fair in Italy with their Transformers products as well as content from several other brands.

Official press blurb reads:

“Transformers

This is an evergreen brand that excited many generations with the adventures of Optimus Prime, Bumblebee and all Transformers involved in the eternal fight between Autobots and Decepticons. Starting 2018, the entertainment behind the success of the franchise expands to all targets  at 360 degrees: the theatrical release of the 6th installment of the movie saga – Transformers: Bumblebee – on December 22nd, then it continues on TV with the launch in the fall of a new TV series and it even expands to digital with Machinima series focused on Generations. From both toys and licensing products perspective, the Transformers Universe will grow with important novelties and great opportunities of development for the brand in years to come.”

Transformers: Bumblebee movie will release in Italy on December 22nd; one day following the US release. The press release also highlights the release of Transformers: Cyberverse on Fall 2018.

To check out the content, you can make a beeline straight to booth A40 at Hall 31.

In order to visit, you’ll have to purchase a ticket online or at the entrance. Bologna Licensing Trade Fair 2018 will take place from 26th March to 28th at the Fiera di Bologna Exhibition Center, Bologna (Italy). You can also check out a small highlight video from last year’s show, after the jump.

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Popular UK toy distributer AB Gee Of Ripley has posted a bunch of toy listings for Bumblebee: The Movie (known here as Transformers Movie 6).

We’ve previously heard about most of the items in this listing, but this is the first time we are seeing UK prices and pack content. While most of the toys listed below comes with 1 toy per packaging, Energon Igniters Speed Series comes with 8 and Tiny Turbo Changers comes with 24 (very much like Transformers: The Last Knight display case which included 24 individually packaged blind bags). Additionally, there seems to be more than one [character] type of Voice Changer Masks.

  • Transformers Movie 6 Energon Igniters Speed Series
  • Transformers Movie 6 Energon Igniters Power Series
  • Transformers Movie 6 Energon Igniters 20 Radar
  • Transformers Movie 6 Energon Igniters Power Plus
  • Transformers Movie 6 Energon Igniters Nitro Series
  • Transformers Movie 6 Energon Igniters 20 Stryker 1
  • Transformers Movie 6 Power Core Feature Hero
  • Transformers Movie 6 Tiny Turbo Changers
  • Transformers Movie 6 Voice Changer Mask Assorted
  • Transformers Movie 6 Roleplay Weapon
  • Transformers Movie 6 Bee Vision Mask
  • Transformers Movie 6 Hero DJ

You can learn more about these including UK prices, after the jump.

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Breaking the silence after many months, director Michael Bay opened up on the future of the Transformers Live Action Movie Franchise.

Commenting via his official Instagram account, the director stated the following:

“Well 4.5 billion dollars later, 100s of millions of people saw the Transformers movies – I’d say it had great run. Any Studio would take this franchise series success. That said. Now it’s time to take this franchise in a totally new direction.”

We currently do not know whether Mr. Bay will return to the director’s chair or will prefer the backseat as a producer, but his statement implies that he is involved in some way. Michael Bay’s Transformers Live Action Movie Series (a.k.a. Bayverse) helped the Franchise to get in touch with the modern audience and make the characters household names once again. We look forward to see what the series has to offer in the future.