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8.7 / 10(23 votes)IMDb19861h 9mJapan, South Korea, United States of America

The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye

Synopsis

The Autobots are running low on Energon, they leave their home planet of Cybertron to search for more sources. The Decepticons follow them and attack the Autobot's ship. The ship crashes on Earth and ends up inside a volcano. Millions of years later, Teletran One, the ship's computer activates and revives them. The Decepticons are determined to exploit Earth's resources for their own needs. The Autobots are just as determined to stop them.

Release History & Theatrical Window

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

January 1, 1986

Physical Home Media

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
John Gibbs
Screenplay & Story
George Arthur Bloom
Original Title
The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye
Country of Origin
Japan, South Korea, United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 9m
Production Studios
Toei Animation, Marvel Productions, Hasbro, Sunbow Productions, AKOM Production Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

John Gibbs

Screenplay & Story

George Arthur Bloom

Department Leadership Roster

John Gibbs

Director

George Arthur Bloom

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye about?

The Autobots are running low on Energon, they leave their home planet of Cybertron to search for more sources. The Decepticons follow them and attack the Autobot's ship. The ship crashes on Earth and ends up inside a volcano. Millions of years later, Teletran One, the ship's computer activates and revives them. The Decepticons are determined to exploit Earth's resources for their own needs. The Autobots are just as determined to stop them.

Who directed The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye?

The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye was directed by John Gibbs.

Who stars in The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye?

The principal cast of The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye includes Peter Cullen, Scatman Crothers, Michael Bell, Corey Burton, Frank Welker.

When was The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye released and how long is it?

The Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.