Episode Details

1986 was another iconic year for the Transformers toy line, thanks in no small part to the release of The Transformers: The Movie and the characters it introduced.

In this episode, the team focus specifically on the Generation 1 toys that first appeared in the film, including Hot Rod, Ultra Magnus, Galvatron, and more. We discuss how these characters translated from screen to toy shelves, what set them apart from earlier releases, and how their introduction helped shift the direction of the brand during a pivotal year.

It’s a celebratory yet considered look at the movie-era toys of 1986 — and their lasting place in Transformers history. Till all are one!

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