Transformers: Metal Guardians

 is an upcoming American live-action/CGI-animated action-adventure-science fiction film, being based on the  toyline by Hasbro. The film is produced by TBD and directed by TBD. The film is a co-production between Allspark Pictures, Village Roadshow Pictures and Warner Animation Group and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, being released on TBD.

Plot
A scientist encounters a group of robot-like aliens known as Autobots, discovering that their sworn enemies are planning on turning Earth into a new Cybertron.

Live-action

 * John Boyega as Dr. Luke Mason, a scientist who discovers the Transformers.
 * Zoe Saldana as Malinda Summers, Luke's assistant who also discovers the Transformers.
 * Charlie Day as Jonathan Pearce, a government agent who works with Luke.
 * China Anne McClain as Lacy Mason, TBD
 * Anna Kendrick as Hailey Hunter, the CEO of Athena Industries who ends up secretly forming an alliance with the Decepticons.
 * Chris Hemsworth as Duke Storm, Hailey’s bodyguard and potential love interest.

Voice cast

 * Idris Elba as Optimus Prime, the leader of the Autobots.
 * Tom Holland as Bumblebee, TBD
 * Scarlett Johansson as Arcee, TBD
 * Chris Pratt as Jazz, TBD
 * Ben Affleck as Hound, TBD
 * Benedict Cumberbatch as Megatron, TBD
 * Robin Lord Taylor as Starscream, TBD
 * Frank Welker as Soundwave, TBD
 * as Shockwave, TBD
 * Tom Hiddleston as Steeljaw, TBD
 * as Ultra Magnus, TBD

Animation
The animation of the characters is handled by Reel FX Animation Studios, using the same techniques used by the Matthew O'Callaghan-directed CGI Looney Tunes theatrical shorts. As a result, the characters retain their design, adding a realistic look. Reel FX also animated the critically-acclaimed film adaption of Collin the Speedy Boy in 2020.

Critical reception
The film recieved generally positive reviews from critics.

Quotes
(Luke is shown as Hailey Hunter walks in) (he shows the Energon)
 * Hailey: Hello, Mr. Mason, you say you found something interesting that can help my company?
 * Luke: Yes
 * Hailey: What is it?
 * Luke: Not too sure. But I know it is extremely powerful.
 * Hailey: How?

(Optimus arrives)
 * Luke: What are you?
 * Jazz: My name is Jazz, I lead the Autobots.
 * Bumblebee: That’s not true!
 * Jazz: Quiet you!
 * Bubmblebee: How pathetic of you...
 * Arcee: Guys, stop!
 * Jazz and Bumblebee: Fine!
 * Luke: Hi?
 * Optimus: I'm Optimus Prime.
 * Bumblebee: The leader of the Autobots (fake coughs) Jazz.
 * Jazz: (laughs sarcasticaly) Very funny.
 * Luke: This got weird.

(Hailey is shown drinking coffee. Suddenly someone comes)
 * Hailey: Hello?
 * Megatron: Hello...
 * Hailey: What are you?