is set for a theatrical re-release. The controversial film in the iconic franchise is set to return for its fortieth anniversary with an official release window confirmed. Hasbro, a leading games IP and toy company, has teamed up with Fathom Entertainment to bring back Transformers: The Movie. Released in 1986, the film divided hardcore fans on debut and shocked audiences by killing off fan-favorite Optimus Prime to deliver an epic and unique take on the Autobots and Decepticons.