Transformers Origins Explained

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📺 WATCH MOJO 24/7: The countdown never ends! Tune in to our 24/7 livestream for a curated loop of our most iconic Top 10s and deep dives: https://wmojo.com/wm_livestream More than meets the eye — that's the story of Transformers! Join us as we dive into the incredible origin story of one of the most beloved franchises in pop culture history, from its humble beginnings as Japanese toy lines to becoming a global phenomenon, covering the iconic cartoon, the legendary 1986 film, and everything in between! We trace the journey from Takara's Microman and Diaclone lines, to Hasbro's partnership that launched the brand in 1984, to Marvel's Bob Budiansky naming the original roster of bots. We also cover the animated series voiced by Frank Welker and Peter Cullen, and the heartbreaking death of Optimus Prime on the big screen. Which legendary franchise should we cover next? Let us know in the comments below! WatchMojo is now a multiplayer game! Wishlist Mojo Party now on Steam: https://store.

Tags: Autobots, Beast Wars, Bob Budiansky, Cybertron, Decepticons, Diaclone, Frank Welker, Go Bots, Hasbro, Headmasters, Megatron, Microman, Optimus Prime, Peter Cullen, Sunbow Productions, Takara, Toei Animation, Transformers 1986 movie, Transformers cartoon, Transformers history