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{{hatnote|For the video game, see [[Transformers: War for Cybertron]] and [[Transformers: War for Cybertron (Nintendo DS)]].}}
{{For|the unrelated 2010 video games|Transformers: War for Cybertron|Transformers: War for Cybertron (Nintendo DS)}}
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* ''Transformers: War for Cybertron - Siege'' ([[Netflix]], 2020)
* ''Transformers: War for Cybertron - Earthrise'' (Netflix, 2020)
* ''Transformers: War for Cybertron - Kingdom'' (Netflix, 2021)
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'''''Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy''''' is a [[toyline]] and [[Transmedia storytelling|transmedia]] [[Media franchise|franchise]] that is part of the ''[[Transformers]]'' brand by [[Hasbro]] announced in February 2018.<ref name="Announcement" /> It is not related to the [[Transformers: War for Cybertron|video game of the same name]].
'''''Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy''''' is a [[toy-line|toyline]] and [[Transmedia storytelling|transmedia]] series that is part of the ''[[Transformers]]'' [[Media franchise|franchise]] by [[Hasbro]] announced in February 2018.<ref name="Announcement" />


== Synopsis ==
==Toy-line==
The toy-line is split into three subline imprints titled "Siege", "Earthrise", and "Kingdom" respectively. All of the designs are based on the [[Transformers: Generation 1|Generation 1]] and ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars|Beast Wars]]'' series. Mass retail figures are sold in prices ranging from $5USD to $160USD.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://hasbropulse.com/pages/search-results-page?q=Transformers+War+for+Cybertron|title = Search Results}}</ref>
=== Chapter 1: "Siege" ===
Cybertron has been ravaged by the civil war between the [[Autobot]]s and [[Decepticon]]s. In an attempt to end the conflict, [[Megatron]] considers using the AllSpark as a last resort, but [[Optimus Prime]] wants to prevent that from happening, even if that means destroying Cybertron in order to save it. In the first episode, [[Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack]] discover a space bridge while searching for Energon. They are apprehended by [[Decepticons]] [[Starscream]], [[Thundercracker]], and [[Jetfire]]. When the [[Autobots]] attempt to escape, they are saved by [[Optimus Prime]] who engages [[Megatron]] and introduces [[Bumblebee]] to the rest of the [[Autobots]] on the Arc. At the end of the series, [[Optimus Prime]] throws the Allspark through the repaired space bridge to an unknown location. <ref name="Netflix-2" /><ref name="Siege" />

=== Chapter 2: "Earthrise" ===
The Transformers leave Cybertron in search for the AllSpark, leading the Autobots and Decepticons to land on [[Earth]]. Mercenary Transformers board the Arc and battle the [[Autobots]], and in the end the [[Autobots]] and [[Decepticons]] work together to defeat [[Scorponok]].<ref name="Earthrise" />{{Failed verification|date=August 2020}}

=== Chapter 3: "Kingdom" ===
Worlds collide when the [[List of Beast Wars characters#Maximals|Maximals]] and [[List of Beast Wars characters#Predacons|Predacons]] join the fight, coming together with the Autobots and Decepticons in an epic battle that will alter their destiny forever. This series takes characters from the [[Beast Wars]] continuity.

== Toyline ==
{{expand section|date=August 2020}}
Most of the action figures and accessories in the War for Cybertron Trilogy feature 5 millimeter ports situated over multiple places as the main play pattern of this line: modular weaponry and accommodation. The line is split into three subline imprints titled “Siege”, “Earthrise”, and “Kingdom” respectively. All of the designs of the transformers are based on the [[Transformers: Generation 1]] series and [[Beast Wars]] series. Mass retail figures are sold in prices ranging from $5USD to $160USD.<ref> https://hasbropulse.com/pages/search-results-page?q=Transformers+War+for+Cybertron</ref> Geared towards older fans, toys from this line emphasize on maximum possibility and quality while featuring more complex conversions between modes.

'''Transformers: Siege subline'''

'''Transformers: Earthrise subline'''

'''Transformers: Kingdom subline'''


== Television series ==
== Television series ==
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| genre = [[Science fiction]]<br />[[Action fiction|Action]]
| genre = [[Science fiction]]<br />[[Action fiction|Action]]
| based_on = {{Based on|''[[Transformers]]''|[[Hasbro]] and [[Tomy|Takara Tomy]]}}
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* F. J. DeSanto
* F. J. DeSanto
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* Gavin Hignight
* Gavin Hignight
* Tim Sheridan
* Tim Sheridan
* Mae Catt
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| story = F. J. DeSanto<br />George Krstic
| story = F. J. DeSanto<br />George Krstic
| director = Takashi Kamei{{efn|{{nihongo|Chief/Supervising Director|総監督}}.}}
| director = Takashi Kamei{{efn|{{nihongo|Chief/Supervising Director|総監督}}.}}
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| composer = Alexander Bornstein
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| country = United States<br>Japan
| country = United States<br>Japan
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| language = English
| num_seasons = 2
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| num_episodes = 12
| num_episodes = 18
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* F. J. DeSanto
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* Ted Biaselli
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* [[Matt Hullum]]
* [[Matt Hullum]]
* Kohei Obara
* Kohei Obara
* Shuzo John Shiota
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* Gary King
* George Krstic
* Vincent Talenti
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| producer = Jack Liang
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| animator = [[Polygon Pictures]]
| runtime = 23–25 minutes
| runtime = 23–25 minutes
| company = {{Plainlist|
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* [[Rooster Teeth|Rooster Teeth Studios]]
* [[Rooster Teeth|Rooster Teeth Studios]]
* Polygon Pictures
* [[Allspark (company)|Allspark Animation]] {{small|(season 1)}}
* [[Allspark (company)|Allspark Pictures]] (''Siege'')
* [[Entertainment One]] {{small|(season 2)}}
* [[Entertainment One]] (''Earthrise'' and ''Kingdom'')
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| distributor = Entertainment One (worldwide)<br/>[[Takara Tomy]] (Japan)<br/>[[Netflix]]
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=== Production ===
Following the conclusion of the [[Transformers: Prime Wars Trilogy|''Prime Wars Trilogy'']] animated series in July 2018, and the official closing of [[Machinima, Inc.|Machinima]] in February 2019,<ref name="Machinima closing" /> [[Hasbro]]'s production studio [[Allspark (company)|Allspark]] and [[Netflix]] announced a ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' animated series produced by [[Rooster Teeth]], alongside Allspark Animation and [[Polygon Pictures]] for a release schedule in 2020.<ref name="Netflix" /> F. J. DeSanto would return as showrunner while [[George Krstic]], Gavin Hignight and [[Brandon M. Easton]] joined as writers.<ref name="Netflix" /> The first season was originally set to be released in June 2020, but was rescheduled to July 30, 2020 due to the [[COVID-19 pandemic]].<ref>https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/transformers-netflix-series-delayed-due-to-coronavirus/44900/</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://bleedingcool.com/tv/transformers-war-for-cybertron-trilogy-siege-hits-netflix-this-july/|title=Transformers: War For Cybertron Trilogy: Siege Hits Netflix This July|date=June 22, 2020|last=Konrad|first=Jeremy|website=Bleeding Cool|access-date=June 22, 2020}}</ref> The second season was released on December 30, 2020.<ref>{{cite web|last=Valdez|first=Nick|title=Netflix Confirms Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy - Earthrise Release Date|url=https://comicbook.com/anime/news/transformers-war-for-cybertron-trilogy-earthrise-netflix-release-date/|website=Comicbook.com|date=November 23, 2020|access-date=November 23, 2020}}</ref> The third and final season will be released in July.<ref>https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2021/01/08/transformers-war-for-cybertron-season-3-netflix-release-date-revealed/</ref>
In 2019, [[Hasbro]]'s production studio, [[Allspark]] and [[Netflix]] announced a new animated series titled the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' The series was produced by [[Rooster Teeth]], alongside Allspark Animation and [[Polygon Pictures]].<ref name="Netflix" /> F. J. DeSanto would return as showrunner while [[George Krstic]], Gavin Hignight and [[Brandon M. Easton]] joined as writers.<ref name="Netflix" /> The first season was originally set to be released in June 2020, but was rescheduled to July 30, 2020 due to the [[COVID-19 pandemic]].<ref>{{cite web|url=https://bleedingcool.com/tv/transformers-war-for-cybertron-trilogy-siege-hits-netflix-this-july/|title=Transformers: War For Cybertron Trilogy: Siege Hits Netflix This July|date=June 22, 2020|last=Konrad|first=Jeremy|website=Bleeding Cool|access-date=June 22, 2020}}</ref> The second season was released on December 30, 2020.<ref>{{cite web|last=Valdez|first=Nick|title=Netflix Confirms Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy - Earthrise Release Date|url=https://comicbook.com/anime/news/transformers-war-for-cybertron-trilogy-earthrise-netflix-release-date/|website=Comicbook.com|date=November 23, 2020|access-date=November 23, 2020}}</ref> The third and final season was released on July 29, 2021.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2021/01/08/transformers-war-for-cybertron-season-3-netflix-release-date-revealed/|title=Transformers: War for Cybertron season 3 – Netflix release date confirmed|last=Llewellyn|first=Tom|website=HITC|date=January 8, 2021|access-date=May 25, 2021}}</ref>


Polygon Pictures President and CEO Shuzo John Shiota said "We're thrilled to be working with Rooster Teeth, Netflix and Hasbro to bring this fan-oriented More than Meets the Eye story to life. The ''Transformers'' universe has so many rich characters and engaging stories. Getting the opportunity to be part of the team bringing the robots in disguise to life in this new trilogy is unbelievable."<ref name="Netflix-2" />
Polygon Pictures President and CEO Shuzo John Shiota said "We're thrilled to be working with Rooster Teeth, Netflix and Hasbro to bring this fan-oriented More than Meets the Eye story to life. The ''Transformers'' universe has so many rich characters and engaging stories. Getting the opportunity to be part of the team bringing the robots in disguise to life in this new trilogy is unbelievable."<ref name="Netflix-2" />
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Tom Warner, Senior Vice President for the ''Transformers'' franchise for Hasbro, said "The ''Transformers'' brand is a global phenomenon with toys, consumer products, films, television shows, and literature, resonating with millions of passionate fans around the world. This brand new Netflix series will add to the incredible slate of ''Transformers'' offerings with a truly unique story that will delight both existing fans and those being introduced to the wonder of robots in disguise."<ref name="Netflix-2" />
Tom Warner, Senior Vice President for the ''Transformers'' franchise for Hasbro, said "The ''Transformers'' brand is a global phenomenon with toys, consumer products, films, television shows, and literature, resonating with millions of passionate fans around the world. This brand new Netflix series will add to the incredible slate of ''Transformers'' offerings with a truly unique story that will delight both existing fans and those being introduced to the wonder of robots in disguise."<ref name="Netflix-2" />


Rooster Teeth co-founder and Chief Content Officer [[Matt Hullum]] said "''Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy'' marks the inaugural production for our Rooster Teeth Studios division and we’re proud to be partnering with and entrusted by Hasbro and Netflix. As fans of these characters, it's been a joy bringing our storytelling and animation expertise to this project. This teaser trailer is just a taste of what’s to come in this series, and we can’t wait to see what the fans think, especially our Rooster Teeth community!"<ref name="Netflix-2" />
Rooster Teeth co-founder and Chief Content Officer [[Matt Hullum]] said "''Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy'' marks the inaugural production for our Rooster Teeth Studios division and we're proud to be partnering with and entrusted by Hasbro and Netflix. As fans of these characters, it's been a joy bringing our storytelling and animation expertise to this project. This teaser trailer is just a taste of what's to come in this series, and we can't wait to see what the fans think, especially our Rooster Teeth community!"<ref name="Netflix-2" />


===Voice Cast ===
The third and final arc ''Kingdom'' is scheduled for release sometime in July 2021.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/daily-briefs/2021-02-28/hasbro-to-release-final-series-in-transformers-war-for-cybertron-trilogy-in-july/.170053|title=Hasbro to Release Final Series in Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy in July|last=Hodgkins|first=Crystalyn|website=Anime News Network|date=February 28, 2021|access-date=February 28, 2021}}</ref>
==== Chapter 1: ''Siege'' ====

* Edward Bosco as [[Ultra Magnus]] (4 episodes), [[Soundwave (Transformers)|Soundwave]] (6 episodes)
=== Voice cast ===
==== Arc 1: ''Siege'' ====
* Philip Bache as Skytread (2 episodes)
* Edward Bosco as [[Ultra Magnus]] (4 episodes) and [[Soundwave (Transformers)|Soundwave]] (4 episodes)
* Brian Robert Burns as Cog (3 episodes)
* Brook Chalmers as Impactor (5 episodes)
* Alexander DiLallo as Barricade (3 episodes)
* Jake Foushee as [[Optimus Prime]] (6 episodes)
* Jake Foushee as [[Optimus Prime]] (6 episodes)
* Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet (4 episodes) and Soundblaster (2 episodes)
* [[Todd Haberkorn]] as Red Alert, Shockwave (6 episodes)
* [[Todd Haberkorn]] as Red Alert (5 episodes) and Shockwave (3 episodes)
* [[Jason Marnocha]] as [[Megatron]], Dome Guard (6 episodes)
* [[Gray Haddock|Gray G. Haddock]] as Spinister (2 episodes)
* Danny Hansen as Thundercracker (2 episodes)
* Shawn Hawkins as Mirage (5 episodes)
* Sophia Isabella as [[Arcee]] (2 episodes)
* Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide (4 episodes)
* Ben Jurand as Alpha Trion (1 episode)
* Miles Luna as [[Cliffjumper]] (1 episode) and Teletraan-1 (1 episode)
* Ellie Main as Moonracer (2 episodes)
* Jason Marnocha as [[Megatron]] (6 episodes)
* Georgia Reed as Chromia (6 episodes)
* Georgia Reed as Chromia (6 episodes)
* [[Bill Rogers (voice actor)|Bill Rogers]] as Wheeljack (6 episodes)
* [[Bill Rogers (voice actor)|Bill Rogers]] as Wheeljack (6 episodes)
* Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1 (6 episodes)
* Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1 (6 episodes)
* [[Keith Silverstein]] as [[Jetfire]] (6 episodes) and Omega Supreme (2 episodes)
* [[Keith Silverstein]] as [[Jetfire]], Omega Supreme (6 episodes)
* Frank Todaro as [[Starscream]], Refraktor, Ravage, Sparkless Bot (6 episodes)
* Mark Whitten as [[Sideswipe (Transformers)|Sideswipe]], Skywarp (6 episodes)
* Brook Chalmers as Impactor, Comms Officer, Sparkless Bot (5 episodes)
* Shawn Hawkins as Mirage (5 episodes)
* Jimmie Stafford as Hound (5 episodes)
* Jimmie Stafford as Hound (5 episodes)
* Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet, Soundblaster (4 episodes)
* Frank Todaro as [[Starscream]] (6 episodes), Refraktor (1 episode), and Ravage (1 episode)
* Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide, Desperate Decepticon, Sparkless Bot (4 episodes)
* Aaron Veach as Prowl (4 episodes)
* Aaron Veach as Prowl (4 episodes)
* Mark Whitten as [[Sideswipe (Transformers)|Sideswipe]] (6 episodes) and Skywarp (2 episodes)
* Joe Zieja as [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Bumblebee]] (4 episodes)
* Joe Zieja as [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Bumblebee]] (4 episodes)
* Brian Robert Burns as Cog (3 episodes)
* Alexander DiLallo as Barricade (3 episodes)
* Philip Bache as Skytread (2 episodes)
* [[Gray Haddock|Gray G. Haddock]] as Spinister (2 episodes)
* Danny Hansen as Thundercracker (2 episodes)
* Sophia Isabella/Jessica DiGiovanni as [[Arcee]] (2 episodes)
* Miles Luna as [[Cliffjumper]], Teletraan-1 (2 episodes)
* Ellie Main as Moonracer (2 episodes)
* Ben Jurand as Alpha Trion (1 episode)


==== Arc 2: ''Earthrise'' ====
==== Chapter 2: ''Earthrise'' ====
* Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide, Seeker Guard (6 episodes)
* Philip Bache as Skytread
* Jason Marnocha as Megatron (6 episodes), Galvatron (1 episode)
* Edward Bosco as Soundwave
* Frank Todaro as Starscream, Refraktor, Shamble, Ravage (6 episodes)
* Alexander DiLallo as Barricade
* Jake Foushee as Optimus Prime
* Jake Foushee as Optimus Prime (5 episodes)
* Sophia Isabella/Jessica DiGiovanni as Arcee (5 episodes)
* Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet
* Bill Rogers as Wheeljack (5 episodes)
* Todd Haberkorn as Red Alert and Shockwave
* Joe Zieja as Bumblebee (5 episodes)
* Danny Hansen as Thundercracker
* Edward Bosco as Soundwave, Ultra Magnus, Factory Worker (4 episodes)
* Shawn Hawkins as Mirage
* Todd Haberkorn as Red Alert, Shockwave (4 episodes)
* Sophia Isabella as Arcee
* Shawn Hawkins as Mirage, Factory Worker (4 episodes)
* Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide
* Georgia Reed as Chromia (4 episodes)
* Ben Jurand as Alpha Trion
* Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1, Deseeus (Doubt) (4 episodes)
* Georgia Reed as Chromia
* Adin Rudd as Scrapface (4 episodes)
* Bill Rogers as Wheeljack
* Keith Silverstein as Jetfire, Omega Supreme, Deseeus (Death) (4 episodes)
* Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1, Deseesus' face 2
* Mark Whitten as Sideswipe (4 episodes)
* Keith Silverstein as Jetfire, Deseesus' face 1
* Alexander DiLallo as Barricade (3 episodes)
* Jimmie Stafford as Hound
* Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet, Autobot Security Officer (3 episodes)
* Frank Todaro as Starscream
* Michael Schwalbe as Doubledealer (3 episodes)
* Sean Wright as Sky Lynx
* Jolene Andersen as Deseeus (Wrath) (2 episodes)
* Jason Marnocha as Megatron, Galvatron and Dome Guards
* Philip Bache as Skytread (2 episodes)
* Mark Whitten as Sideswipe
* Michael Dunn as Scorponok (2 episodes)
* Joe Zieja as Bumblebee
* Danny Hansen as Thundercracker (2 episodes)
* Michael Dunn as [[Scorponok]]
* Miles Luna as Teletraan-1 (2 episodes)
* Adin Rudd as Scrapface
* Jimmie Stafford as Hound (2 episodes)
* Jonathan Lipow as [[Unicron]]
* Alex Taber as [[List of Gobots characters#Bug Bite|Bug Bite]] (2 episodes)
* Michael Schwalbe as Doubledealer
* Aaron Veach as Prowl (2 episodes)
* Ken Rogers as Exhaust
* Sean Wright as Sky Lynx, Seeker Guard (2 episodes)
* Alex Taber as Bug Bite
* Brian Robert Burns as Cog (1 episode)
* Michael Jones as Thrust
* Gray G. Haddock as Spinister (1 episode)
* Jay Sanford as Dirge, Deseesus' face 4
* [[Michael Jones (actor)|Michael Jones]] as Thrust (1 episode)
* Jolene Andersen as Deseesus' face 3
* Ben Jurand as Alpha Trion (1 episode)
* Joseph Noughton as Deseesus' face 5
* Jonathan Lipow as [[Unicron]] (1 episode)
* Joseph Noughton as Deseeus (Wisdom) (1 episode)
* Ken Rogers as Exhaust (1 episode)
* Jay Sanford as Dirge, Deseeus (Wit) (1 episode)

==== Chapter 3: ''Kingdom'' ====
* Marqus Bobesich as Predacon Megatron (6 episodes)
* Jeanne Carr as Blackarachnia (6 episodes)
* Erin Ebers as Airazor (6 episodes)
* Jake Foushee as Optimus Prime (6 episode), Nemesis Prime (1 episodes)
* Joe Hernandez as Cheetor (6 episodes)
* Jason Marnocha as Megatron (6 episodes), Galvatron (3 episodes)
* Justin Luther as Optimus Primal (6 episodes)
* Frank Todaro as Starscream, Rattrap, Ravage, Laserbeak (6 episodes)
* Andy Barnett as Rhinox (5 episodes)
* Sophia Isabella/Jessica DiGiovanni as Arcee (5 episodes)
* Bill Rogers as Wheeljack (5 episodes)
* Joe Zieja as Bumblebee (5 episodes)
* Edward Bosco as Soundwave, Ultra Magnus (4 episodes)
* Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet (4 episodes)
* [[Krizz Kaliko]] as [[Dinobot (Beast Wars)|Dinobot]] (4 episodes)
* Aaron Veach as Prowl (4 episodes)
* Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide (3 episodes)
* Jonathan Lipow as Unicron (3 episodes)
* Miles Luna as Teletraan-1 / Arkbot (3 episodes)
* Beau Marie as Tigatron (3 episodes)
* Mark Whitten as Sideswipe (3 episodes)
* Marcus Clark-Oliver as Astrotrain, Hotlink (2 episodes)
* Shawn Hawkins as Mirage (2 episodes)
* Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1 (2 episodes)
* Jimmie Stafford as Hound (2 episodes)
* Alexander Dilallo as Barricade (1 episode)
* Danny Hansen as Predacon Scorponok (1 episode)


=== Episodes ===
=== Episodes ===
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|WrittenBy = [[George Krstic]]
|WrittenBy = [[George Krstic]]
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|ShortSummary = Megatron urges Optimus Prime to accept a treaty, while Starscream questions Jetfire’s leadership. The Autobots try to recruit Bumblebee to their side.
|ShortSummary = Megatron urges Optimus Prime to accept a treaty, while Starscream questions Jetfire's leadership. The Autobots try to recruit Bumblebee to their side.
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|WrittenBy = George Krstic
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|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|7|30}}
|ShortSummary = Optimus has a plan but needs Ratchet’s help. Ultra Magnus is tortured for information while Starscream continues to foster dissent among the Seekers.
|ShortSummary = Optimus has a plan but needs Ratchet's help. Ultra Magnus is tortured for information while Starscream continues to foster dissent among the Seekers.
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|WrittenBy = [[Brandon M. Easton|Brandon Easton]] and Gavin Hignight
|WrittenBy = [[Brandon M. Easton|Brandon Easton]] and Gavin Hignight
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|7|30}}
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|7|30}}
|ShortSummary = Elita casts doubt on Optimus’ plan, which includes fixing a Spacebridge. Optimus appeals to the Guardians for help and Bumblebee receives a high honor.
|ShortSummary = Elita casts doubt on Optimus' plan, which includes fixing a Spacebridge. Optimus appeals to the Guardians for help and Bumblebee receives a high honor.
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|WrittenBy = Brandon Easton and Gavin Hignight
|WrittenBy = Brandon Easton and Gavin Hignight
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|7|30}}
|OriginalAirDate = {{Start date|2020|7|30}}
|ShortSummary = Optimus struggles to obtain the AllSpark. Megatron figures out Optimus’ plan and orders an attack on the Autobots, who receive an unexpected assist from [[Omega Supreme]].
|ShortSummary = Optimus struggles to obtain the AllSpark. Megatron figures out Optimus' plan and orders an attack on the Autobots, who receive an unexpected assist from [[Omega Supreme]].
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==== Chapter 2: ''Earthrise'' (2020) ====
==== Chapter 2: ''Earthrise'' (2020) ====
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|ShortSummary = Believing the AllSpark destroyed, Megatron plans to flee the dying planet — but at great cost. Elita’s plan to free some prisoners hits a snag.
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|ShortSummary = Mercenary Transformers hired by the [[List_of_The_Transformers_(TV_series)_characters#Quintessons|Quintessons]] come upon the ''Ark'' adrift in space. As unlikely allies arrive to rescue the imprisoned Autobots, Megatron reveals Project Nemesis.
|ShortSummary = Mercenary Transformers hired by the [[List of The Transformers (TV series) characters#Quintessons|Quintessons]] come upon the ''Ark'' adrift in space. As unlikely allies arrive to rescue the imprisoned Autobots, Megatron reveals Project Nemesis.
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==== Chapter 3: ''Kingdom'' ====
==== Chapter 3: ''Kingdom'' (2021) ====
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=== Reception ===
=== Reception ===
On [[Rotten Tomatoes]], ''War for Cybertron: Siege'' has an approval rating of 95% based on reviews from 20 critics. The site's consensus is: "Visually stunning, surprisingly deep, and still a lot of fun, ''War for Cybertron: Siege'' breathes new life into the Transformers franchise."<ref>{{cite web |title=Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy: Siege |url=https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/transformers_war_for_cybertron_trilogy/s01 |website=[[Rotten Tomatoes]] |access-date=2021-02-02 }}</ref> ''War for Cybertron: Earthrise'' has an approval rating of 86% based on reviews from 7 critics.<ref>{{cite web |title=Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy: Earthrise |url=https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/transformers_war_for_cybertron_trilogy/s02 |website=[[Rotten Tomatoes]] |access-date=2021-02-03 }}</ref>
On [[Rotten Tomatoes]], the first season, ''Siege'', has an approval rating of 95% based on reviews from 20 critics. The site's consensus is: "Visually stunning, surprisingly deep, and still a lot of fun, ''War for Cybertron: Siege'' breathes new life into the ''Transformers'' franchise."<ref>{{cite web |title=Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy: Siege |url=https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/transformers_war_for_cybertron_trilogy/s01 |website=[[Rotten Tomatoes]] |access-date=2021-02-02 }}</ref> The second season, ''Earthrise'', has an approval rating of 86% based on reviews from 7 critics.<ref>{{cite web |title=Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy: Earthrise |url=https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/transformers_war_for_cybertron_trilogy/s02 |website=[[Rotten Tomatoes]] |access-date=2021-02-03 }}</ref> The third season, ''Kingdom'', has an approval rating of 90% based on reviews from 10 critics. The site's consensus is: "Transporting the Autobots into a strange new world, ''Kingdom'' brings the ''War for Cybertron'' to a satisfying close with great morphing action and a delightful nod to the Beast Wars."<ref>{{cite web |title=Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy: Kingdom |url=https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/transformers_war_for_cybertron_trilogy/s03 |website=[[Rotten Tomatoes]] |access-date=2022-08-11 }}</ref>

Fans criticized Rooster Teeth for not having the likes of [[Peter Cullen]], [[Frank Welker]] or voice actors that were involved with the franchise previously and instead hired "non-union voice talent".<ref>{{cite web |date=19 August 2020 |author=DUSTY STOWE |title=Transformers: War for Cybertron - Netflix Controversy Explained |url=https://screenrant.com/transformers-war-cybertron-siege-netflix-controversy-explained/ |website=[[Screen Rant]] }}</ref>

==Notes==
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== References ==
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<ref name="Siege">{{Cite web|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/gear/2018/07/13/an-exclusive-look-at-hasbros-new-transformers-generations-war-for-cybertron-figures|title=An Exclusive Look At Hasbro's New Transformers: Generations War for Cybertron Figures|website=[[Game Informer]]|date=July 13, 2018|access-date=February 15, 2019}}</ref>
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<ref name="Machinima closing">{{Cite web|url=https://deadline.com/2019/02/machinima-closing-layoffs-warnermedia-otter-media-1202547949|title=Machinima Is Shutting Down, With 81 Staffers Laid Off|website=[[Deadline Hollywood]]|first=Patrick|last=Hipes|date=February 1, 2019|access-date=February 15, 2019}}</ref>
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<ref name="Netflix">{{Cite web|url=https://tformers.com/transformers-war-for-cybertron-coming-to-netflix-press-release/34760/news.html|title=Transformers: War For Cybertron Coming To Netflix Press Release|website=TFormers.com|date=February 15, 2019|access-date=February 15, 2019}}</ref>
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<ref name="Earthrise">{{Cite web|url=https://tformers.com/earthrise-war-for-cybertron-part-2-first-look-at-grapple-ironworks-optimus-more/35576/news.html|title=EARTHRISE - War For Cybertron Part 2 First Look At Grapple, Ironworks, Optimus, More|website=TFormers.com|date=October 1, 2019|access-date=October 2, 2019}}</ref>
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== External links ==
== External links ==
* ''[https://tfwiki.net/wiki/War_for_Cybertron_Trilogy Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy]'' on Transformers Wiki
* [https://tfwiki.net/wiki/War_for_Cybertron_Trilogy ''Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy''] on Transformers Wiki
* {{IMDb title|9789660|Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy}}
* {{IMDb title|9789660|Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy}}


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Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy
Original workTransformers: Generation 1 by Hasbro and Takara
OwnerHasbro
Films and television
Animated series
  • Transformers: War for Cybertron - Siege (Netflix, 2020)
  • Transformers: War for Cybertron - Earthrise (Netflix, 2020)
  • Transformers: War for Cybertron - Kingdom (Netflix, 2021)
Miscellaneous
Toy(s)Transformers: Generations

Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy is a toyline and transmedia series that is part of the Transformers franchise by Hasbro announced in February 2018.[1]

Toy-line

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The toy-line is split into three subline imprints titled "Siege", "Earthrise", and "Kingdom" respectively. All of the designs are based on the Generation 1 and Beast Wars series. Mass retail figures are sold in prices ranging from $5USD to $160USD.[2]

Television series

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Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy
GenreScience fiction
Action
Based onTransformers
by Hasbro and Takara Tomy
Screenplay by
Story byF. J. DeSanto
George Krstic
Directed byTakashi Kamei[a]
ComposerAlexander Bornstein
Country of originUnited States
Japan
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons3
No. of episodes18
Production
Executive producers
AnimatorPolygon Pictures
Running time23–25 minutes
Production companies
Original release
NetworkNetflix
ReleaseJuly 30, 2020 (2020-07-30) –
July 29, 2021 (2021-07-29)

Production

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In 2019, Hasbro's production studio, Allspark and Netflix announced a new animated series titled the War for Cybertron Trilogy The series was produced by Rooster Teeth, alongside Allspark Animation and Polygon Pictures.[3] F. J. DeSanto would return as showrunner while George Krstic, Gavin Hignight and Brandon M. Easton joined as writers.[3] The first season was originally set to be released in June 2020, but was rescheduled to July 30, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[4] The second season was released on December 30, 2020.[5] The third and final season was released on July 29, 2021.[6]

Polygon Pictures President and CEO Shuzo John Shiota said "We're thrilled to be working with Rooster Teeth, Netflix and Hasbro to bring this fan-oriented More than Meets the Eye story to life. The Transformers universe has so many rich characters and engaging stories. Getting the opportunity to be part of the team bringing the robots in disguise to life in this new trilogy is unbelievable."[7]

Tom Warner, Senior Vice President for the Transformers franchise for Hasbro, said "The Transformers brand is a global phenomenon with toys, consumer products, films, television shows, and literature, resonating with millions of passionate fans around the world. This brand new Netflix series will add to the incredible slate of Transformers offerings with a truly unique story that will delight both existing fans and those being introduced to the wonder of robots in disguise."[7]

Rooster Teeth co-founder and Chief Content Officer Matt Hullum said "Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy marks the inaugural production for our Rooster Teeth Studios division and we're proud to be partnering with and entrusted by Hasbro and Netflix. As fans of these characters, it's been a joy bringing our storytelling and animation expertise to this project. This teaser trailer is just a taste of what's to come in this series, and we can't wait to see what the fans think, especially our Rooster Teeth community!"[7]

Voice Cast

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Chapter 1: Siege

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  • Edward Bosco as Ultra Magnus (4 episodes), Soundwave (6 episodes)
  • Jake Foushee as Optimus Prime (6 episodes)
  • Todd Haberkorn as Red Alert, Shockwave (6 episodes)
  • Jason Marnocha as Megatron, Dome Guard (6 episodes)
  • Georgia Reed as Chromia (6 episodes)
  • Bill Rogers as Wheeljack (6 episodes)
  • Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1 (6 episodes)
  • Keith Silverstein as Jetfire, Omega Supreme (6 episodes)
  • Frank Todaro as Starscream, Refraktor, Ravage, Sparkless Bot (6 episodes)
  • Mark Whitten as Sideswipe, Skywarp (6 episodes)
  • Brook Chalmers as Impactor, Comms Officer, Sparkless Bot (5 episodes)
  • Shawn Hawkins as Mirage (5 episodes)
  • Jimmie Stafford as Hound (5 episodes)
  • Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet, Soundblaster (4 episodes)
  • Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide, Desperate Decepticon, Sparkless Bot (4 episodes)
  • Aaron Veach as Prowl (4 episodes)
  • Joe Zieja as Bumblebee (4 episodes)
  • Brian Robert Burns as Cog (3 episodes)
  • Alexander DiLallo as Barricade (3 episodes)
  • Philip Bache as Skytread (2 episodes)
  • Gray G. Haddock as Spinister (2 episodes)
  • Danny Hansen as Thundercracker (2 episodes)
  • Sophia Isabella/Jessica DiGiovanni as Arcee (2 episodes)
  • Miles Luna as Cliffjumper, Teletraan-1 (2 episodes)
  • Ellie Main as Moonracer (2 episodes)
  • Ben Jurand as Alpha Trion (1 episode)

Chapter 2: Earthrise

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  • Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide, Seeker Guard (6 episodes)
  • Jason Marnocha as Megatron (6 episodes), Galvatron (1 episode)
  • Frank Todaro as Starscream, Refraktor, Shamble, Ravage (6 episodes)
  • Jake Foushee as Optimus Prime (5 episodes)
  • Sophia Isabella/Jessica DiGiovanni as Arcee (5 episodes)
  • Bill Rogers as Wheeljack (5 episodes)
  • Joe Zieja as Bumblebee (5 episodes)
  • Edward Bosco as Soundwave, Ultra Magnus, Factory Worker (4 episodes)
  • Todd Haberkorn as Red Alert, Shockwave (4 episodes)
  • Shawn Hawkins as Mirage, Factory Worker (4 episodes)
  • Georgia Reed as Chromia (4 episodes)
  • Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1, Deseeus (Doubt) (4 episodes)
  • Adin Rudd as Scrapface (4 episodes)
  • Keith Silverstein as Jetfire, Omega Supreme, Deseeus (Death) (4 episodes)
  • Mark Whitten as Sideswipe (4 episodes)
  • Alexander DiLallo as Barricade (3 episodes)
  • Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet, Autobot Security Officer (3 episodes)
  • Michael Schwalbe as Doubledealer (3 episodes)
  • Jolene Andersen as Deseeus (Wrath) (2 episodes)
  • Philip Bache as Skytread (2 episodes)
  • Michael Dunn as Scorponok (2 episodes)
  • Danny Hansen as Thundercracker (2 episodes)
  • Miles Luna as Teletraan-1 (2 episodes)
  • Jimmie Stafford as Hound (2 episodes)
  • Alex Taber as Bug Bite (2 episodes)
  • Aaron Veach as Prowl (2 episodes)
  • Sean Wright as Sky Lynx, Seeker Guard (2 episodes)
  • Brian Robert Burns as Cog (1 episode)
  • Gray G. Haddock as Spinister (1 episode)
  • Michael Jones as Thrust (1 episode)
  • Ben Jurand as Alpha Trion (1 episode)
  • Jonathan Lipow as Unicron (1 episode)
  • Joseph Noughton as Deseeus (Wisdom) (1 episode)
  • Ken Rogers as Exhaust (1 episode)
  • Jay Sanford as Dirge, Deseeus (Wit) (1 episode)

Chapter 3: Kingdom

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  • Marqus Bobesich as Predacon Megatron (6 episodes)
  • Jeanne Carr as Blackarachnia (6 episodes)
  • Erin Ebers as Airazor (6 episodes)
  • Jake Foushee as Optimus Prime (6 episode), Nemesis Prime (1 episodes)
  • Joe Hernandez as Cheetor (6 episodes)
  • Jason Marnocha as Megatron (6 episodes), Galvatron (3 episodes)
  • Justin Luther as Optimus Primal (6 episodes)
  • Frank Todaro as Starscream, Rattrap, Ravage, Laserbeak (6 episodes)
  • Andy Barnett as Rhinox (5 episodes)
  • Sophia Isabella/Jessica DiGiovanni as Arcee (5 episodes)
  • Bill Rogers as Wheeljack (5 episodes)
  • Joe Zieja as Bumblebee (5 episodes)
  • Edward Bosco as Soundwave, Ultra Magnus (4 episodes)
  • Rafael Goldstein as Ratchet (4 episodes)
  • Krizz Kaliko as Dinobot (4 episodes)
  • Aaron Veach as Prowl (4 episodes)
  • Kaiser Johnson as Ironhide (3 episodes)
  • Jonathan Lipow as Unicron (3 episodes)
  • Miles Luna as Teletraan-1 / Arkbot (3 episodes)
  • Beau Marie as Tigatron (3 episodes)
  • Mark Whitten as Sideswipe (3 episodes)
  • Marcus Clark-Oliver as Astrotrain, Hotlink (2 episodes)
  • Shawn Hawkins as Mirage (2 episodes)
  • Linsay Rousseau as Elita-1 (2 episodes)
  • Jimmie Stafford as Hound (2 episodes)
  • Alexander Dilallo as Barricade (1 episode)
  • Danny Hansen as Predacon Scorponok (1 episode)

Episodes

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SeasonTitleEpisodesOriginally released
1Siege6July 30, 2020 (2020-07-30)
2Earthrise6December 30, 2020 (2020-12-30)
3Kingdom6July 29, 2021 (2021-07-29)

Chapter 1: Siege (2020)

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TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
11"Episode 1"Takashi KameiGeorge KrsticJuly 30, 2020 (2020-07-30)
Megatron urges Optimus Prime to accept a treaty, while Starscream questions Jetfire's leadership. The Autobots try to recruit Bumblebee to their side.
22"Episode 2"Kazuma ShimizuF.J. DeSanto and Gavin HignightJuly 30, 2020 (2020-07-30)
Megatron receives a surprise visitor; Shockwave reveals how finding the mythical AllSpark can help defeat the Autobots. The Decepticons lay a trap.
33"Episode 3"KOJIGeorge KrsticJuly 30, 2020 (2020-07-30)
Optimus has a plan but needs Ratchet's help. Ultra Magnus is tortured for information while Starscream continues to foster dissent among the Seekers.
44"Episode 4"Kazuma ShimizuBrandon Easton and Gavin HignightJuly 30, 2020 (2020-07-30)
Elita casts doubt on Optimus' plan, which includes fixing a Spacebridge. Optimus appeals to the Guardians for help and Bumblebee receives a high honor.
55"Episode 5"KOJIBrandon Easton and Gavin HignightJuly 30, 2020 (2020-07-30)
Jetfire offers to help Optimus retrieve the AllSpark. Bumblebee, Cog and Arcee go on a mission for Energon; Wheeljack tries to get the Ark to fly.
66"Episode 6"Kazuma ShimizuBrandon Easton and Gavin HignightJuly 30, 2020 (2020-07-30)
Optimus struggles to obtain the AllSpark. Megatron figures out Optimus' plan and orders an attack on the Autobots, who receive an unexpected assist from Omega Supreme.

Chapter 2: Earthrise (2020)

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No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date
71"Episode 1"Takashi Kamei
KOJI
Gavin HignightDecember 30, 2020 (2020-12-30)
Believing the AllSpark destroyed, Megatron plans to flee the dying planet — but at great cost. Elita's plan to free some prisoners hits a snag.
82"Episode 2"Kazuma ShimizuTim SheridanDecember 30, 2020 (2020-12-30)
Mercenary Transformers hired by the Quintessons come upon the Ark adrift in space. As unlikely allies arrive to rescue the imprisoned Autobots, Megatron reveals Project Nemesis.
93"Episode 3"Takashi Kamei
KOJI
Gavin HignightDecember 30, 2020 (2020-12-30)
The Autobots locate the AllSpark, but a deserted space station and its lone occupant stand in the way. The Decepticons catch up with the Ark.
104"Episode 4"Kazuma ShimizuTim SheridanDecember 30, 2020 (2020-12-30)
Megatron faces a life-or-death situation. As the Autobots and Decepticons work together to fight against Scorponok, Starscream tries to seize power.
115"Episode 5"Takashi Kamei
KOJI
Gavin HignightDecember 30, 2020 (2020-12-30)
Optimus encounters an unexpected guide who shows him a possible future. Megatron meets an entity who tells him what he needs to take from Optimus.
126"Episode 6"Kazuma ShimizuTim SheridanDecember 30, 2020 (2020-12-30)
Above the planet where the AllSpark lies, the Autobots and Decepticons battle while Deseeus closes in to exact revenge upon them all.

Chapter 3: Kingdom (2021)

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No. in
season
TitleDirected byWritten byOriginal release date [8]
131"Episode 1"Takashi KameiMae CattJuly 29, 2021 (2021-07-29)
After the crash-landing at different locations, the Autobots and the Decepticons encounter the planet's denizens and are shocked to learn who they are.
142"Episode 2"Kazuma ShimizuTim SheridanJuly 29, 2021 (2021-07-29)
Megatron acquires an advantage in locating the Allspark. The Maximals mount a rescue when the Predacons capture one of their teammates.
153"Episode 3"Takashi KameiMae CattJuly 29, 2021 (2021-07-29)
As the Autobots and Decepticons close in on it, the Allspark launches a defense system that alters perception and disrupts all functionality.
164"Episode 4"Kazuma ShimizuTim SheridanJuly 29, 2021 (2021-07-29)
Megatron's continued use of the Golden Disk to guide his actions threatens to derail Optimus Prime's attempt to obtain the Allspark.
175"Episode 5"Takashi KameiMae CattJuly 29, 2021 (2021-07-29)
The Autobots and the Maximals attempt to launch the Ark to return to Cybertron. They meet heavy resistance — until something extraordinary occurs.
186"Episode 6"Kazuma ShimizuTim SheridanJuly 29, 2021 (2021-07-29)
The past, present and future collide on Cybertron as the final showdown for the Allspark begins with some unexpected participants.

Reception

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On Rotten Tomatoes, the first season, Siege, has an approval rating of 95% based on reviews from 20 critics. The site's consensus is: "Visually stunning, surprisingly deep, and still a lot of fun, War for Cybertron: Siege breathes new life into the Transformers franchise."[9] The second season, Earthrise, has an approval rating of 86% based on reviews from 7 critics.[10] The third season, Kingdom, has an approval rating of 90% based on reviews from 10 critics. The site's consensus is: "Transporting the Autobots into a strange new world, Kingdom brings the War for Cybertron to a satisfying close with great morphing action and a delightful nod to the Beast Wars."[11]

Fans criticized Rooster Teeth for not having the likes of Peter Cullen, Frank Welker or voice actors that were involved with the franchise previously and instead hired "non-union voice talent".[12]

Notes

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  1. ^ Chief/Supervising Director (総監督).

References

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  4. ^ Konrad, Jeremy (June 22, 2020). "Transformers: War For Cybertron Trilogy: Siege Hits Netflix This July". Bleeding Cool. Retrieved June 22, 2020.
  5. ^ Valdez, Nick (November 23, 2020). "Netflix Confirms Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy - Earthrise Release Date". Comicbook.com. Retrieved November 23, 2020.
  6. ^ Llewellyn, Tom (January 8, 2021). "Transformers: War for Cybertron season 3 – Netflix release date confirmed". HITC. Retrieved May 25, 2021.
  7. ^ a b c "Toy Fair 2020 - Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy Netflix Trailer and Official Details!". TFormers.com. February 22, 2020. Retrieved February 23, 2020.
  8. ^ "Transformers: War for Cybertron: Kingdom – Listings". The Futon Critic. Retrieved June 15, 2021.
  9. ^ "Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy: Siege". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved 2021-02-02.
  10. ^ "Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy: Earthrise". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved 2021-02-03.
  11. ^ "Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy: Kingdom". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved 2022-08-11.
  12. ^ DUSTY STOWE (19 August 2020). "Transformers: War for Cybertron - Netflix Controversy Explained". Screen Rant.
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