Transformers

Sam Witwicky is an ordinary kid with an awkward crush and a talent for finding trouble. When he encounters a transforming robot that hides in plain sight, Sam enters a rumor filled war between two ancient alien factions. The Autobots, led by Optimus Prime, vow to protect humanity while the Decepticons chase a power that could tilt the balance of the planet in seconds. Sam discovers that a clue hidden in his grandfather's old glasses points toward this mysterious power and the characters around him rally to keep it safe. Alongside Mikaela Banes, a quick thinking ally, he must survive a cascade of spectacular battles across city streets, airstrips, and highways and distant horizons on the edge of a storm.

Released in 2007 and directed by Michael Bay, Transformers is built around Hasbro's iconic toy line. The screenplay credits go to Alex Kurtzman, Roberto Orci and John Rogers, connecting a blockbuster spectacle to computer generated robot icons for fans worldwide.

The film became a major commercial success grossing about 709,709,780 worldwide on a 150 million budget. It anchored a franchise and demonstrated Michael Bay's ability to translate giant robot action into broad audience appeal that would spawn sequels and merchandise.

Culturally the movie left a lasting footprint with robotic battles that fused practical effects with CGI, set against fast paced city chases. Bumblebee's distinctive presence and the presence of Optimus Prime became recognizable through the car chase sequences and standout sound design that shaped later blockbusters and sparked imitators worldwide.

Critics framed the film as pure spectacle with a glossy surface and blockbuster energy. Some noted heavy product tie-ins, yet the narrative centers on trust between humans and machines, friendship under fire, and a coming of age moment for a teen caught in a war across audiences and critics alike.