"Transformers: Animated" (2008) TV series 2008-????

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Seasons:

1 | 2 | 3

Release Date:

2008 (USA)

Genre:

Animation | Action | Family | Sci-Fi

Plot Keywords:

Transformer | Robot | Transforming Robot

Awards:

1 nomination

US TV Schedule:

Mon. July 20	6:00 AM	TOON	Home Is Where the Spark Is	#1.4
Tue. July 21	6:00 AM	TOON	Total Meltdown	#1.5

Cast

David Kaye	...	Optimus Prime / ... (42 episodes, 2007-2009)
Jeff Bennett	...	Prowl / ... (39 episodes, 2007-2009)
Bumper Robinson	...	Bumblebee / ... (39 episodes, 2007-2009)
Tom Kenny	...	Isaac Sumdac / ... (36 episodes, 2007-2009)
Corey Burton	...	Ratchet / ... (35 episodes, 2007-2009)
Bill Fagerbakke	...	Bulkhead / ... (35 episodes, 2007-2009)
Tara Strong	...	Sari Sumdac / ... (34 episodes, 2007-2009)

Country:

USA | Japan

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Certification:

Australia:PG | Singapore:G

Company:

Cartoon Network

Trivia:

This series is heavy with references and nods to previous Transformers cartoons. From random objects that serve as "easter-eggs" and background characters all the way through regular cast members, it features the appearances of various characters and concepts from the Transformers media that came before it.

Movie Connections:

Version of "Transformers" (1984)

Ignore the naysayers

It seems that to the majority of the Transformers fan base, Transformers isn't Hasbro's biggest financial success, which must be refreshed for each new generation, but a sacred relic from their childhood which must never be tampered with. Transformers: Animated proves that Generation 1 can live on in the modern day, whilst giving us a solid, fun, modern cartoon. Firstly, there is the fact that almost every robot in this series is a veteran from the original 1980's cartoons. Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Ratchet, Prowl, Arcee, Jazz, Ultra Magnus, Grimlock, Megatron, Wreck-Gar, Starscream, Blitzwing and Blurr are among just a few of the cast of robots in this series. We are also introduced to a few newcomers to the series; Lugnut and Lockdown, who are both fantastic characters. All of these characters are perfectly fleshed out, with great personalities and a look which stays true to their G1 counterparts, whilst being modern and dynamic. The voice actors do a great job bringing these characters to life. The development in this series is also fantastic. We get glimpses of the character's back stories, and really begin to understand why these characters are who they are. Another great thing about this show is all the G1 references that are presented. The transforming sound-effect, cameos from the Witwickys, lines of dialogue and so forth. So far, I'd say my favourite episode would have to be "A fistful of Energon". If you haven't seen it, I highly recommend it. Then again, I recommend this entire series. The only bad thing about it is the bizarre human villains, but once the Decepticons get their place in the spotlight, they don't cause any problems. All in all, and awesome show, and I am highly anticipating the third season

9/10