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1984 · TV SERIES

The Transformers

Optimus Prime leads the heroic Autobots in a high‑stakes battle to protect Earth from the ruthless Decepticon war machine, where giant robots clash in spectacular shape‑shifting combat.

First aired
1984
Seasons
4 seasons
AnimationKidsAction & AdventureSci-Fi & Fantasy

*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.

Seasons & Episodes

  1. 1.01Transport to OblivionOct 6, 1984Rate

    The Decepticons develop a device to enable travel to Cybertron and conduct a successful test. To ensure the Autobots fall into a trap, they reprogram Bumblebee to lead them into an ambush.

  2. 1.02Roll for ItOct 13, 1984Rate

    Starscream takes leadership of the Decepticons but suffers repeated losses against the Autobots. His struggles intensify with the return of Megatron, who seeks a powerful anti-matter formula.

  3. 1.03Divide and ConquerOct 20, 1984Rate

    Optimus Prime is severely damaged in a battle against the Decepticons, prompting a group of Autobots to travel to Cybertron to retrieve a crucial component for his repairs. Meanwhile, the Decepticons exploit the Autobots' absence by launching a surprise attack.

  4. 1.04S.O.S. DinobotsOct 27, 1984Rate

    The Autobots gain new allies in the form of Grimlock, Slag, and Sludge, but the Dinobots' unpredictable nature leads to them being imprisoned. After a major battle with the Decepticons, the Autobots may need their help despite the risks.

  5. 1.05The Ultimate Doom: Brainwash (1)Nov 3, 1984Rate

    The Decepticons launch a surprise attack on the Ark, capturing Sparkplug and using a hypno-chip developed by human scientist Dr. Arkeville to manipulate him. Their ultimate goal is to harness his abilities to build a new space bridge and transport Cybertron to Earth.

  6. 1.06The Ultimate Doom: Search (2)Nov 10, 1984Rate

    As natural disasters wreak havoc on Earth, the Autobots work to thwart Megatron's scheme. A group of Autobots, joined by Spike, travels to Cybertron in an attempt to rescue Sparkplug, though they may be walking into a carefully laid trap.

  7. 1.07The Ultimate Doom: Revival (3)Nov 17, 1984Rate

    Autobots on Cybertron attempt to avoid capture while seeking a solution to the hypno-chips' influence. Optimus Prime leads a group of Autobots in efforts to stop Megatron's latest scheme.

  8. 1.08War of the DinobotsNov 24, 1984Rate

    A meteor carrying a powerful energy source is set to impact Earth, prompting Optimus Prime to send the Dinobots to protect it from Decepticon forces. Meanwhile, Megatron devises a scheme to turn the Dinobots against the Autobots.

  9. 1.09Countdown to ExtinctionDec 1, 1984Rate

    Starscream plans to destroy Earth and harness its energy to gain control of the universe, forcing the Autobots and Decepticons to unite and prevent the catastrophe.

  10. 1.10Fire in the SkyDec 8, 1984Rate

    The Earth is heading back into an ice age due to a new Decepticon scheme involving a mysterious new ally.

  11. 1.11Heavy Metal WarDec 15, 1984Rate

    The Constructicons, newly formed Decepticons, build a device intended to transfer the abilities of their fellow soldiers to Megatron, giving him a strategic edge in a challenge he issues to Optimus Prime. If Optimus loses, the Autobots will be forced to leave Earth.

  12. 1.12Fire on the MountainDec 22, 1984Rate

    The Autobots learn that the Decepticons are developing a powerful weapon using energy from Earth's core, which is regulated by a gem inside a pyramid in Peru. They seek assistance from their former ally Skyfire to stop the Decepticons' plan.

  13. 1.13A Plague of InsecticonsDec 29, 1984Rate

    The Decepticons encounter a forgotten faction known as the Insecticons, and the two groups form an alliance to take down the Autobots, leading to a major confrontation.

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