Hasbro Announces Transformers 40th Anniversary Re-Release and New MLP Series

Transformers 40th Anniversary Celebration

Hasbro brought significant updates to San Diego Comic-Con, focusing on the enduring legacy of The Transformers: The Movie. Following a 40th-anniversary concert featuring performances by Stan Bush and Vince DiCola, the studio debuted a new music video for Nothin’s Gonna Stand in Our Way. The track is part of the newly released The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition, which is now available on major streaming platforms and in vinyl formats.

The brand team also confirmed that the upcoming theatrical re-release of the classic film will include a new post-credits companion piece. Fans can purchase tickets for the event starting August 7 through participating theaters. Beyond the film, the Transformers team showcased several new collectibles, including Monster Jam action figures and new additions to the Age of the Primes and Studio Series lines.

My Little Pony: Forever Friendship

In addition to the Transformers news, Hasbro unveiled a new animated series titled My Little Pony: Forever Friendship. The project is set to debut on YouTube and promises a fresh journey centered on themes of magic and friendship. To accompany the announcement, the studio released the series theme song, which is currently available on major streaming services.

These announcements highlight Hasbro’s strategy of leveraging nostalgia for its long-running franchises while simultaneously introducing new content to reach younger audiences. The combination of theatrical events for legacy fans and new digital-first series for the My Little Pony brand demonstrates a clear effort to maintain momentum across multiple demographics.

For more information on the theatrical re-release, visit the official Fathom Events page. You can also watch the official cast video for the new My Little Pony series on YouTube.