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The Transformers

“More than Meets the Eye!”

Series Overview

The Transformers is the first animated television series in the Transformers franchise. The series depicts a war among giant robots that can transform into vehicles and other objects.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
Syndication
Episodes & Seasons

4 Seasons • 95 Episodes

22 min per episode

Air Date Window

1984 – 1987

Premiered: Sat, Oct 6, 1984

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Nov 11, 1987

Season 4, Episode 3: “The Rebirth (3)”

After capturing Daniel and Arcee and acquiring the Plasma Energy Chamber key, Scorponok and the Decepticons make their way to Cybertron. The Autobots head after them, but Spike and Cerebros stay on Nebulos and come up with a strategy to use a Hive city as a weapon against Scorponok. Meanwhile, the Decepticons and Scorponok begin to threaten Earth and it is up to the Autobots and their allies to stop them.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

S4 Opening | The Transformers - Anne Bryant and Ford KinderOfficial

Type: Opening Credits • Published 2017-11-30

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Screenplay & Story

Donald F. Glut

Original Score & Music

Robert J. Walsh, Johnny Douglas

Producers

Lee Gunther, Margaret Loesch

Department Leadership Roster

Lee Gunther

Producer

Donald F. Glut

Donald F. Glut

Writer

Robert J. Walsh

Robert J. Walsh

Original Music Composer

Johnny Douglas

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-Y7

TV-Y7: Directed to Older Children — Designed for children age 7 and above.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-Y7

Directed to Older Children — Designed for children age 7 and above.

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

Australia (ACB)G

General — Suitable for all audiences.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Transformers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Transformers

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is The Transformers about?

The Transformers is the first animated television series in the Transformers franchise. The series depicts a war among giant robots that can transform into vehicles and other objects.

How many seasons does The Transformers have?

The Transformers comprises 4 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Transformers?

Key cast members in The Transformers include Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, Richard Gautier, Jack Angel, Susan Blu.

Who created or directed The Transformers?

The Transformers was developed and directed by Not specified.