Paramount+ has released a brief teaser trailer for the upcoming animated kids series Transformers: EarthSpark. This series is definitely made for a much younger generation, and it’s a way to introduce a new audience of kids to the Transformers franchise.
The series will consist of 26 episodes and see the civil war between Autobots and Decepticons spilling over onto Earth. It also introduces a new generation of Transformers and an Earth family that adopts a group of Autobots. This a a description of the series that was shared:
“Designed for kids and families alike, Transformers: EarthSpark blends the humor and heart of Nickelodeon with the action and high stakes adventure of Transformers. Set on present-day Earth, Transformers: EarthSpark centers on two human kids as they forge a connection with Transformers robots like never before and work alongside fan favorites like Optimus Prime and Bumblebee. This animated series is comedic, heartfelt, high energy, and action-packed, featuring new characters, and stars a diverse, multi-cultural human family, reflecting the current world we live in.”
It was also revealed that Transformers: EarthSpark will introduce new Transformers conversion types. In addition to “Classic Conversion,” there’s also “Surprise Conversion” and “Magic Conversion.”
Jenny Whitlock, VP of Global Franchises at Hasbro, said in a statement, “Transformers: Earthspark presents many firsts for Transformers that we’re bringing to life for kids. Leaning into insights, we’ve identified core pillars of play that allow us to take conversion to another level and connect with kids to deliver on the magic they want [to be] brought to life in toys. Surprise Conversion, Classic Conversion, and Magic Conversion will create a true show-to-shelf moment for the line and an innovative new way to convert Earthspark’s greatest heroes.”
Transformers: EarthSpark is a CG-animated series co-produced by Entertainment One, Nickelodeon Animation Studio, and ICON Creative Studio. The series was executive produced by Ant Ward (Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), Ciro Nieli (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles), and Nicole Dubik (Transformers: Rescue Bots). Dale Malinowski (Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) developed the series and serves as co-executive producer. The series also features character designs from fan-favorite Transformers comics creator Nick Roche.
Paramount also confirmed that the show will debut on the Paramount+ streaming service in November.
A little Transformers: #EarthSpark sneak peek for you guys! pic.twitter.com/6fro6M7FXC
— Paramount+ (@paramountplus) March 24, 2022
