Press Release: Transformers The Movie 30th Anniversary Blu-Ray Bonus Content Revealed
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THE TRANSFORMERS -THE MOVIE 30th ANNIVERSARY EDITION
Featuring All-Star Voice Cast of Peter Cullen, Eric Idle, Judd Nelson, Leonard Nimoy,
Robert Stack, Frank Welker and Orson Welles as UNICRON
RENOWNED CLASSIC ANIMATED MOVIE ADVENTURE REMASTERED FROM A BRAND-NEW 4K TRANSFER OF ORIGINAL FILM ELEMENTS AND DEBUTS FOR THE FIRST TIME ON BLU-RAY™!
COLLECTIBLE LIMITED EDITION 30TH ANNIVERSARY STEELBOOK, SPECIAL TWO-DISC BLU-RAY™ and DVD ARRIVE IN STORES EVERYWHERE SEPTEMBER 13, 2016 FROM SHOUT! FACTORY
Experience the enormously popular animated feature The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE like never before! In celebration of the film’s 30th anniversary, The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE has been meticulously restored and remastered from a spectacular brand-new 4K transfer of the original 35mm film elements. Fans now can immerse themselves in this thrilling animated adventure with stunning picture quality for optimal home entertainment experience.
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE has captured a special place in the hearts of millions and has been a staple in the pop culture zeitgeist since 1986. Featuring memorable characters - the heroic AUTOBOTS, villainous DECEPTICONS and UNICRON, thrilling action and a heartfelt storyline, The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE is a cultural touchstone that spans generations. Beloved by legions of fans, this full-length animated adventure boasts the voice talent of Orson Welles in his final voice acting role and an all-star voice cast that includes Peter Cullen, Eric Idle, Casey Kasem, Judd Nelson, Leonard Nimoy, Robert Stack and Frank Welker. On September 13, 2016, Shout! Factory, in collaboration with Hasbro Studios, celebrates the 30th anniversary of this iconic movie with three new home entertainment releases. Available for the first time on Blu-ray™, The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE Limited Edition, 30th Anniversary Steelbook (2-Blu-ray™ set + Digital Copy) comes with a highly collectible Steelbook packaging that features striking key art, all-new HD transfer of the movie in widescreen and full frame on 2 Blu-rays™, immersive bonus content including brand-new featurettes, plus a digital copy of the movie. The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE 30th Anniversary Edition Two-Disc Blu-ray™ set includes all-new HD transfer of the movie in widescreen and full frame, new bonus material and a digital copy of the movie. The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE 30th Anniversary Edition DVD features the newly remastered movie in widescreen, new bonus material and a digital copy of the movie. Whether reliving the excitement from childhood or discovering this animated feature for the first time, The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE 30th Anniversary Edition is a must-own for fans and collectors, and makes the ultimate fan gift!
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE Limited Edition, 30th Anniversary Steelbook
Available at Amazon and in stores at select retail locations
Pre-order now at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HHGAIHE/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_z9wDxbN86P9XP
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE 30th Anniversary Two-disc Blu-ray™ set and DVD
Widely available
Pre-order now at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GU82O9U/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_XHaBxbBG6Q0ZA
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GU82O9K/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_WIaBxb0SR36
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE 30th Anniversary Edition
Featuring the newly remastered movie from a new 4K transfer of original film elements
Special Bonus Content (Limited Edition Steelbook, Blu-ray™ and DVD):
‘Til All Are One - A brand-new, comprehensive documentary looking back at TRANSFORMERS: The Movie with members of the cast and crew, including story consultant Flint Dille, cast members Gregg Berger, Neil Ross, Dan Gilvezan, singer/songwriter Stan Bush, composer Vince Dicola and others!
Audio Commentary with Director Nelson Shin, story consultant Flint Dille and star Susan Blu
Featurettes
Animated Storyboards
Trailers and TV Spots
Movie Synopsis:
The AUTOBOTS, led by the heroic OPTIMUS PRIME, prepare to make a daring attempt to retake their planet from the evil forces of MEGATRON and the DECEPTICONS. Unknown to both sides, a menacing force is heading their way - UNICRON. The only hope of stopping UNICRON lies within the Matrix of Leadership and the AUTOBOT who can rise up and use its power to light their darkest hour. Will the AUTOBOTS be able to save their native planet from destruction or will the DECEPTICONS reign supreme?
TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE is co-produced and directed by Nelson Shin; produced by Joe Bacal and Tom Griffin; supervising producer, Jay Bacal; executive producers, Margaret Loesch and Lee Gunther; music score by Vince Dicola and Ed Fruge.
About Hasbro
Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global company committed to Creating the World's Best Play Experiences by leveraging its beloved brands, including LITTLEST PET SHOP, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MONOPOLY, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, PLAY-DOH and TRANSFORMERS, and premier partner brands. From toys and games, television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and consumer product licensing, Hasbro fulfills the fundamental need for play and connection with children and families around the world. The Company's Hasbro Studios and its film label, Allspark Pictures, create entertainment brand-driven storytelling across mediums, including television, film, digital and more. Through the company's commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families. Learn more at http://www.hasbro.com, and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews) and Instagram (@Hasbro).
About Shout! Factory
Shout! Factory, LLC is a diversified multi-platform media company devoted to producing, uncovering, preserving and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their entire careers sharing their music, television and film favorites with discerning consumers the world over. Shout! Factory’s entertainment offerings serve up feature films, classic and contemporary TV series, animation, live music and comedy specials. In addition, Shout! Factory maintains a vast digital distribution network which delivers video and audio content to all the leading digital service providers in North America. Shout! Factory also owns and operates Shout! Factory Productions, Scream Factory, Timeless Media Group, Westchester Films, Biograph Records, and Video Time Machine. These riches are the result of a creative acquisition mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit shoutfactory.com.
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Posted by Bronzewolf on July 23rd, 2016 @ 1:25am CDT
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Posted by ScottyP on July 23rd, 2016 @ 11:17am CDT
The amount they talked about "color correcting" gives me pause because that's the same buzz word that got thrown around a lot for the 25th anniversary DVD and that's one of the worst looking versions of the movie in existence.
In short - please, don't have gone and screwed this up trying to get fancy.
Posted by Omega-Doom on July 23rd, 2016 @ 11:36pm CDT
Posted by padfoo on July 24th, 2016 @ 10:14am CDT
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on July 25th, 2016 @ 1:04am CDT
padfoo wrote:While I am still pretty excited about this release. I wish they were actually releasing a 4K Blu-ray with this updated transfer. Instead we are getting a standard 2K Blu-ray that has been remastered from 4K content that they derived from the film.
How many people would even be able to watch a 4K transfer?
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on August 6th, 2016 @ 12:54pm CDT
Posted by Sabrblade on August 15th, 2016 @ 10:26am CDT
Not really liking that, honestly.
http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/181327
http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/181122
http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/181124
Posted by Bronzewolf on August 19th, 2016 @ 1:00am CDT
Check it out below.
Still want some TF:TM news? Take a peek at when the staff of Seibertron.com paid a touching tribute to this classic film here!
What do you think of the enhanced color and detail in this new version? Does it look better or worse than the original? Are you planning on picking up the new blu-ray, or is that bootleg VHS in your media cabinet enough? Let us know in the comments!
If you want to preorder this release, go to the links below:
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE Limited Edition, 30th Anniversary Steelbook
Available at Amazon and in stores at select retail locations
Pre-order now at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HHGAIHE/re ... DxbN86P9XP?tag=seibertron07-20&
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE 30th Anniversary Two-disc Blu-ray™ set and DVD
Widely available
Pre-order now at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GU82O9U/re ... BxbBG6Q0ZA?tag=seibertron07-20&
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GU82O9K/re ... IaBxb0SR36?tag=seibertron07-20&
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on August 19th, 2016 @ 1:21am CDT
Posted by Nemesis Maximo on August 19th, 2016 @ 1:32am CDT
Posted by Decepticon Stryker on August 19th, 2016 @ 1:36am CDT
Overall, I'm going to get this. I first rented this at Blockbuster when I was about 4 or 5 years old, and this set me on my path of being a Transformers fan, even though I had almost no idea who any of the characters from the show were. So with help from this movie, the Armada toys (My first two Transformers were Cyclonus and Deluxe Optimus Prime), and one of my best friends, I have become a lifelong fan of Transformers.
Posted by RiddlerJ on August 19th, 2016 @ 8:02am CDT
Posted by gothsaurus on August 19th, 2016 @ 12:10pm CDT
Posted by Seibertron on August 19th, 2016 @ 11:39pm CDT
The regular version features a reversible cover so that you can transform your set to feature either the Japanese poster artwork from the movie or the newly commissioned Livio Ramondelli cover.
Both sets include a Digital Download code so that you can watch it in all of its new digital glory right on the comfort of your computer or mobile device at any time. The url for the download, TFTheMovie1986.com, is currently unavailable but should function by the Blu-Ray's release date on September 13th, 2016.
Bonus features included with these sets:
- 'Till All Are One - A brand-new, comprehensive documentary looking back at the Transformers: The Movie with members of the cast and crew, including story consultant Flint Dille, cast members Gregg Berger, Susan Blu, Neil Ross, Dan Gilvezan, Singer/Songwriter Stan Bush and composer Vince DiCola!
- Audio commentary with direcdtor Nelson Shin, story consultant Flint Dille, and star Susan Blu
- Featurettes
- Storyboards
- Trailers and TV spots
- ... and more (screenshots later this weekend)
Both the fullscreen and widescreen versions of the film are included. First time on Blu-Ray in North America. Brand-new bonus materials. Movie shown as never seen before: remastered from a new 4K transfer. Looks fantastic!
If you want to preorder this release, go to the links below:
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE Limited Edition, 30th Anniversary Steelbook
Available at Amazon and in stores at select retail locations
Pre-order now at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HHGAIHE/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_z9wDxbN86P9XP?tag=seibertron07-20&
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE 30th Anniversary Two-disc Blu-ray™ set and DVD
Widely available
Pre-order now at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GU82O9U/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_XHaBxbBG6Q0ZA?tag=seibertron07-20&
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GU82O9K/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_WIaBxb0SR36?tag=seibertron07-20&
Posted by Sabrblade on August 19th, 2016 @ 11:45pm CDT
Posted by Seibertron on August 20th, 2016 @ 2:28am CDT
Sabrblade wrote:Saw these comparisons between screencaps of the UK Blu-Ray and screencaps of the Shout! Factory Blu-Ray... and it's looking like the Shout! Factory one is a much darker-tinted, slightly more blurry version with more of the picture cropped off the top and bottom.
Not really liking that, honestly.
http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/181327
http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/181122
http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/181124
That's not how it looks on my TV or laptop. Here's the same frame (or close to it) from my laptop. Click on the images to view the difference (oddly the smaller image looks the same until you zoom in). The one with the black bars is from my laptop.
As for the "cut" of the widescreen, you and I both know the widescreen version is BS and that the proper way to view all of image is with the full size version.
Seibertron.com screenshot
ScreenShotComparison.com screenshot
Posted by Rodimus Prime on August 20th, 2016 @ 2:58am CDT
Posted by dragons on August 20th, 2016 @ 8:05am CDT
Posted by Sabrblade on August 20th, 2016 @ 8:41am CDT
Thanks, man. That really helps. The screenshots that were used in the comparison must have been early unfinished versions that Shout! Factory used as placeholders before they fully completed their transfer or something. I'll let the guy who did the comparisons know that the final product isn't nearly as dark as those he believed.Seibertron wrote:Sabrblade wrote:Saw these comparisons between screencaps of the UK Blu-Ray and screencaps of the Shout! Factory Blu-Ray... and it's looking like the Shout! Factory one is a much darker-tinted, slightly more blurry version with more of the picture cropped off the top and bottom.
Not really liking that, honestly.
http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/181327
http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/181122
http://screenshotcomparison.com/comparison/181124
That's not how it looks on my TV or laptop. Here's the same frame (or close to it) from my laptop. Click on the images to view the difference (oddly the smaller image looks the same until you zoom in). The one with the black bars is from my laptop.
Posted by galvatron00 on August 20th, 2016 @ 11:09am CDT
Posted by primalxconvoy on August 21st, 2016 @ 8:55am CDT
- https://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/aw/d/B01GU8 ... ref=plSrch?tag=seibertron00-22&
This is great value, as usually domestic Blmueray/DVD/CD prices are through the roof like, 60 dollars for the Japanese version of the same product).
I hope the blueray is all region and that the digital copy is DRM-free. If not, will consult my good friend google about remedying it... I have pre-ordered it anyway, but this is the last time I'm buying this, even if the aliens fro Men and Black give us a new media in a few years. No more "White Albums" again for me!
Posted by o.supreme on August 22nd, 2016 @ 12:48pm CDT
primalxconvoy wrote:I hope the blueray is all region and that the digital copy is DRM-free.
S!F Blu rays I have purchased are region A only. Fortunately Japan & North America share the same region, so you should be ok. --I only know this because on other forums I have communicated with folks form the UK, and they could not play S!F Blu Rays, unless they got some "work around" such as a region free blu ray player or specialized computer software that would serve the same purpose.
Posted by D-Maximal_Primal on September 12th, 2016 @ 2:45pm CDT
The menu screen for the Blu-ray version of the movie shows off Optimus Prime and Hot Rod, with Optimus showing off the matrix and all its glowing energy. It also has the Decepticons and Unicron in various positions in the background. But the most interesting thing happens when one goes to the Bonus Features screen, which features 3 brand new features: 'Til All Are One, a retrospective documentary with the cast; Transformers: The Restoration; and Rolling out the New Cover.
Yesterday's Twincast/Podcast #155 also got a hand in checking out the new features, so feel free to head on over and download the Podcast to listen to some of the staff's thoughts on the new release of the movie.
This new version of the classic 1986 movie is set to be released tomorrow, September 13, so head on over to the below links to get your copy of this milestone movie!
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE Limited Edition, 30th Anniversary Steelbook
Available at Amazon and in stores at select retail locations
Pre-order now at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HHGAIHE/re ... DxbN86P9XP?tag=seibertron07-20&
The TRANSFORMERS - THE MOVIE 30th Anniversary Two-disc Blu-ray™ set and DVD
Widely available
Pre-order now at:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GU82O9U/re ... BxbBG6Q0ZA?tag=seibertron07-20&
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GU82O9K/re ... IaBxb0SR36?tag=seibertron07-20&
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on September 12th, 2016 @ 2:53pm CDT
Posted by Kyleor on September 12th, 2016 @ 3:29pm CDT
chuckdawg1999 wrote:For whatever reason, even though I pre-ordered over a month ago, I won't get my copy of the movie from Amazon until Wednesday.
I guess Amazon doesn't think the movie is "cool enough" to offer release date shipping like they do for other things?
Posted by Randomhero on September 12th, 2016 @ 4:49pm CDT
Posted by gothsaurus on September 12th, 2016 @ 4:57pm CDT
The Japanese cover is also a huge bonus to me. That cover is beautiful.
Posted by o.supreme on September 12th, 2016 @ 5:00pm CDT
Randomhero wrote:I've seen the movie so many times I don't ever need to watch it again.
Nonsense!...you can never see this movie too many times
Posted by Sarahthecutevixen on September 12th, 2016 @ 6:32pm CDT
chuckdawg1999 wrote:For whatever reason, even though I pre-ordered over a month ago, I won't get my copy of the movie from Amazon until Wednesday.
really? Mine is coming tomorrow the blueray with steelbook and the DvD
Posted by BlackCharger on September 12th, 2016 @ 6:48pm CDT
I ask because the Walking Dead season 6 DVD doesn't have the unedited Megan scene so I was wondering if something similar would occur with this.
Thank you for any and all help!
Posted by Easy Tiger on September 12th, 2016 @ 7:17pm CDT
Hell, even just colouring one of the two Frenzys as Rumble (you know which shot I mean) would be enough to make it the best version, in my eyes.
Posted by ScottyP on September 12th, 2016 @ 9:02pm CDT
Not aware of any differences between the two special feature wise - this is based on the info from Shout Factory's websiteBlackCharger wrote:Will the Blueray and Steelbook Blueray have features that the DVD version will not have or will they all have the same features on all of the versions?
I ask because the Walking Dead season 6 DVD doesn't have the unedited Megan scene so I was wondering if something similar would occur with this.
Thank you for any and all help!
Posted by chuckdawg1999 on September 13th, 2016 @ 1:22am CDT
Kyleor wrote:chuckdawg1999 wrote:For whatever reason, even though I pre-ordered over a month ago, I won't get my copy of the movie from Amazon until Wednesday.
I guess Amazon doesn't think the movie is "cool enough" to offer release date shipping like they do for other things?
chaosalphaandomega wrote:chuckdawg1999 wrote:For whatever reason, even though I pre-ordered over a month ago, I won't get my copy of the movie from Amazon until Wednesday.
really? Mine is coming tomorrow the blueray with steelbook and the DvD
I emailed them several times today because I wanted to know what was going on. The pre-order DID have day of release delivery, that's what all their movies and CDs offer. They did explain how things are shipped and I did get a free month of Prime.
Posted by 9adam83 on September 13th, 2016 @ 10:34am CDT
Posted by gothsaurus on September 13th, 2016 @ 11:34am CDT
Posted by RodimusConvoy13 on September 13th, 2016 @ 1:07pm CDT
Posted by Optimum Supreme on September 13th, 2016 @ 1:49pm CDT
9adam83 wrote: Hot Rod looks amazing,
Any chance of a screen capture (or even just snapping a pic of the screen with a camera)? Hot Rod looking right (as opposed to how he did on the 20th DVD) takes this from a "meh, I'll probably get it eventually" to "oh man, I better snap this up as soon as possible)
Posted by o.supreme on September 13th, 2016 @ 3:12pm CDT
No such luck...but I was close enough to a non-chain media store...low and behold they had it! $20. No need to pre-order weeks/months in advance, just walk on in and buy it...Ahh I miss the good old days.
Posted by galvatron00 on September 13th, 2016 @ 3:14pm CDT
Local Walmart had the DVD + Digital Copy but not the Blu-ray. Luckily my Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy is sitting in my mailboxo.supreme wrote:So...on my lunch break I decided to check out Best Buy (they had the best price for Civil War between themselves, Target & Wal-Mart...) I knew the 2 big chains would not have TF:TM..but thought Best Buy might...
No such luck...but I was close enough to a non-chain media store...low and behold they had it! $20. No need to pre-order weeks/months in advance, just walk on in and buy it...Ahh I miss the good old days.
Posted by o.supreme on September 13th, 2016 @ 3:22pm CDT
Posted by mesh on September 13th, 2016 @ 3:47pm CDT
The local Best Buy in my area has informed me that there are no copies in Ontario or Canada for that matter.
Is there a shortage of this going around that I don't know about?
This is bogus!
Posted by o.supreme on September 13th, 2016 @ 4:01pm CDT
mesh wrote:Is there a shortage of this going around that I don't know about?
This is bogus!
I'll trade you a copy of the TF:TM Blu Ray I found in store for a CW Computron you can find in store
Posted by Megatron Wolf on September 13th, 2016 @ 4:23pm CDT
Posted by o.supreme on September 13th, 2016 @ 4:31pm CDT
Posted by JIRRMan on September 14th, 2016 @ 2:58am CDT
Posted by Megatron Wolf on September 14th, 2016 @ 4:18pm CDT
o.supreme wrote:see above...itscramtastic found it a t a local Wal-Mart. I found mine in a non-chain media satore. They are out there...But I can almost guaranty TRU & Target wont have it. If you have a Frys or FYE in your area...try those.
Nope got nothing like that in my area, few chain stores and a comic shop everything else closed down years ago. Plus i wouldnt use FYE if they were still around, had a bad experience with them and vowed never to use them again. But i checked out the other best buy and they had a single copy of the steelbook version, thats the only version they got in and it was the last copy in the area. Surprised target doesnt have it, i got Escape From NY from them and thats a hell of a lot less popular than transformers.
Posted by o.supreme on September 14th, 2016 @ 4:26pm CDT
Megatron Wolf wrote: Surprised target doesnt have it, i got Escape From NY from them and thats a hell of a lot less popular than transformers.
Less popular than the Paramount Movie franchise YES. Less popular than TF:TM itself...no
We as fans love TF:TM..but outside our niche, its not really well known. I was fortunate . The guy I was asking about it could not even find it in the directory...he kept thinking I was looking for one of the Bay Films...He didn't even know there was a "cartoon movie"...it was only by chance a younger female clerk overheard my conversation as I kept saying "30th anniversary edition" over and over again...she found it in their system and where it would be in the store.
Glad you found one though. The clerks at my Best Buy had no clue.
Posted by Optimum Supreme on September 15th, 2016 @ 3:06pm CDT
FYE had all 3 versions, Steelbook for like $32 (I think), regular BR for 22 (Again I think) and DVD for $10 (that I'm sure of).
Meijers only had the DVD (at least I didn't see the BR) for a buck less than FYE.