The animated film 'Transformers One' is set to explore the origins of iconic characters Optimus Prime and Megatron, focusing on their early friendship as Orion Pax and D-16 on Cybertron. Directed by Josh Cooley, the film features a star-studded voice cast including Chris Hemsworth, who voices Optimus, and Brian Tyree Henry as Megatron. Hemsworth highlights the film's emotional depth and stunning visuals, emphasizing the story's focus on self-discovery and the duo's eventual conflict. The film, which has been in development since 2015, is anticipated to be one of the highest-grossing animated films of 2024, with early screenings receiving positive reviews. Notably, Hemsworth reportedly earned $20 million for his role, while Scarlett Johansson received $12 million and Henry earned $3 million. 'Transformers One' will be released in theaters on September 20, 2024.