JackFetch Posted June 25, 2007 Report Share Posted June 25, 2007 Transformers Animated Coming to Cartoon Network Source: Cartoon Network June 25, 2007 The Transformers saga has captivated kids for more than 20 years. Coming on the heels of the highly anticipated live-action theatrical film being released July 3rd, by DreamWorks Pictures and Paramount Pictures, Cartoon Network and Hasbro, Inc. are announcing today that the next generation of the epic animated series is being jointly developed by the two entities for a 2008 debut on the network in the U.S. The eye-popping 2-D animated series is a new twist on the original high-octane, animated action-adventure series with new characters alongside legends such as Optimus Prime and Megatron. Each episode will present a standalone storyline featuring everyday heroes who do good deeds that triumph over evil. "Transformers Animated" series will be co-produced by Cartoon Network Studios. Twenty-six, half-hour episodes will be produced as well as a 90-minute special of "Transformers Animated" which is scheduled for release in early 2008 on Cartoon Network in the U.S. Matt Youngberg ("Teen Titans," "The Batman") is the supervising director, Derrick Wyatt ("Teen Titans") will provide the character designs and Sam Register ("Ben 10," "Teen Titans") will serve as executive producer of the series. Marty Isenberg ("Danny Phantom," "X-Men," "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles") acts as head writer. "We are thrilled to be working with the highly creative team at Cartoon Network on bringing the next chapter in the Transformers saga to kids and fans around the world," said Brian Goldner, Hasbro's Chief Operating Officer. "The animation style that Cartoon Network has developed really brings the lore and characters of the Transformers franchise alive in a way that has never been seen through animation." "Transformers is a tried and true draw for our core audience," said Bob Higgins, senior vice president programming and development, Cartoon Network. "Kids love the surprise of 'More Than Meets the Eye,' combined with dynamic, clearly defined characters and epic storylines. We are thrilled to be working with Hasbro to help re-imagine this amazing franchise for a new generation of fans." Set on Earth in the near future in Detroit, the alien Transformers are thrust into a world populated by humans and automatons. As visitors to Earth, the Transformers--Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Prowl, Bulkhead and Ratchet--work in the human world, interacting with the 'natives' in exciting and humorous ways. "Transformers Animated" has been created to showcase the heroic Autobots working together to battle the evil Decepticons and save Earth with kid-relatable plot lines filled with humor, distinctive character personalities, and dynamic action. Hasbro and HPG, its licensing division, will expand the action-packed "Transformers Animated" series through toys, games, licensed merchandise and promotions around the world. http://www.superherohype.com/news/topnews.php?id=5911 Also, who the hell is Bulkhead? Where is Ironhide? Does this take place after the movie? Does Ironhide die in it? edit: I just looked at the ending again, and no he doesn't die. At least in this copy of the script he doesn't Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFetch Posted July 31, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 31, 2007 Here is a preview from Comic-Con. http://enewsi.com/news.php?catid=261&itemid=11455 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missy Posted July 31, 2007 Report Share Posted July 31, 2007 Looks pretty cool! I like the blend of old-school designs with an American Anime style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drqshadow Posted July 31, 2007 Report Share Posted July 31, 2007 Well, it looks better than Beast Wars... :smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stavros Posted August 2, 2007 Report Share Posted August 2, 2007 On the contrary, whilst I was never the biggest Beast Wars fan it was still miles ahead of this Teen Titans junk. Why is the theme music Chris Cornell Lite? One of the great things about the Transformers was the very physical nature of the characters and thier transformations, this totally undermines that by adopting a very 2-D style that pretty much abandons any perspective. This looks very poor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chops Posted August 4, 2007 Report Share Posted August 4, 2007 I actually enjoyed Beast Wars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stavros Posted August 5, 2007 Report Share Posted August 5, 2007 I actually enjoyed Beast Wars It was sweet when they break into the G1 ark and find the deactivated remains of the original Transformers before they were awoken in 1984. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFetch Posted August 5, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 5, 2007 I was really bitter when Beast Wars came out so I never even gave it a chance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chops Posted August 6, 2007 Report Share Posted August 6, 2007 I actually enjoyed Beast Wars It was sweet when they break into the G1 ark and find the deactivated remains of the original Transformers before they were awoken in 1984. I loved how it was tied into the original. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ragernok2002 Posted August 6, 2007 Report Share Posted August 6, 2007 For me nothing every really beat the original series and this new series looks really bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightAngle04 Posted August 11, 2007 Report Share Posted August 11, 2007 Beast Machines (the series after Beast Wars) was awesome and I will hear nothing of the contrary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chops Posted August 12, 2007 Report Share Posted August 12, 2007 Beast Machines (the series after Beast Wars) was awesome and I will hear nothing of the contrary. I loved Beast Wars, but Beast Machines dragged a bit when it started to get up it's own ass with it's message of preserving nature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Keith Posted August 12, 2007 Report Share Posted August 12, 2007 I just recently was able to get back into Beast Wars and absolutely LOVED it. I can't understand how anyone could possibly of hated it. Beast Machines, on the other hand....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JackFetch Posted December 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted December 18, 2007 Someone kill me now. More here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chops Posted December 18, 2007 Report Share Posted December 18, 2007 Good lord those are atrocious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missy Posted December 18, 2007 Report Share Posted December 18, 2007 Actually... I like 'em. Especially Starscream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James D. Posted December 18, 2007 Report Share Posted December 18, 2007 Optimus Prime looks atrocious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koete Posted December 23, 2007 Report Share Posted December 23, 2007 *Sigh* Every year, somebody comes out with some "new take" of something to rape my childhood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blane Posted December 23, 2007 Report Share Posted December 23, 2007 NO BUYS. Hideous looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dread Posted January 2, 2008 Report Share Posted January 2, 2008 Yeah, I just watched an episode and I think it looks pretty good. I won't be watching because I haven't ever liked the Transformers in any incarnation but this looks pretty sharp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Joker's Groupie Posted April 12, 2008 Report Share Posted April 12, 2008 its not that bad i quite enjoy it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DCAUFan1051 Posted September 13, 2008 Report Share Posted September 13, 2008 Well, it looks better than Beast Wars... :smile: HEY HEY HEY no knocking the Beast Series Beast Wars and Beast Machines had cooool animation Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DCAUFan1051 Posted February 14, 2009 Report Share Posted February 14, 2009 oh god I'm not awake yet. But anyways I know that TF Animated won't be lasting past this year Season 3 is it they've cut out the plot connections from Season 3 to a possible Season 4 and Jack give Beast Wars / Beast Machines a chance the animation is awesome and the storytelling is great. Especially as others have said with the tie in to G1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DCAUFan1051 Posted March 9, 2009 Report Share Posted March 9, 2009 this Saturday 3/14/09 8AM-9:30AM is the 90 minute long Season 3 premiere. Season 3 will be the last season of the show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug Posted March 15, 2009 Report Share Posted March 15, 2009 Season 3 will be the last season of the show. My brother just started crying in his soul when I told him this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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