The Transformers (1984)
Kernel Score: 84% · 414 ratings
Genres: Animation, Kids, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
First aired: 1984-10-06
Seasons: 4 · 95 episodes
Where to watch The Transformers
- Free with ads: Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Plex, Xumo Play, Tubi
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
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.
The Transformers parents' guide: ages 5+
Parents need to know that The Transformers is a classic TV-Y7 cartoon about warring giant robots.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Depicts a cartoon war between robots, including crash landings and battles, but in a mild, kid-friendly TV-Y7 style.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official TV-Y7 rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Cast
- Peter Cullen as Optimus Prime (voice)
- Frank Welker as Galvatron / Chromedome (voice)
- Richard Gautier as Hot Rod (voice)
- Jack Angel as Ultra Magnus / Cyclonus (voice)
- Susan Blu as Arcee (voice)
- Corey Burton as Spike Witwicky (voice)
- David Mendenhall as Daniel Witwicky (voice)
- Victor Caroli as Narrator (voice)
- Stan Jones as Scourge (voice)
- John Stephenson as Kup (voice)
The Transformers FAQ
Is The Transformers good?
The Transformers has an 84% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 414 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Transformers?
In the US you can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Plex, Xumo Play and Tubi and buy it from Prime Video, Apple TV and Google Play.
Is The Transformers OK for kids?
The Transformers is rated TV-Y7. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that The Transformers is a classic TV-Y7 cartoon about warring giant robots.
What shows are like The Transformers?
If you liked The Transformers, try Transformers: Prime, Beast Wars: Transformers, Transformers: War for Cybertron: Earthrise and Ben 10.