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, TBD
 * TBD as Malinda Summers, Luke’s assistant who also discovers the Transformers.
 * Charlie Day as Jonathan Pearce, TBD
 * 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, TBD

Voice cast

 * Idris Elba as Optimus Prime, TBD
 * Tom Holland as Bumblebee, TBD
 * Scarlett Johansson as Arcee, TBD
 * Chris Pratt as Jazz, TBD
 * TBD 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
 * 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: What are you?