SDCC 2026: TRANSFORMERS MOVIE 40th ANNIVERSARY CONCERT

Remember the killer Cold Slither live show and exclusive merch at San Diego Comic-Con 2025? Hasbro is going even bigger for 2026 with another can’t-miss concert event, this time celebrating 40 years of Transformers: The Movie.

In collaboration with Reigning Phoenix Music, today Hasbro announced THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Celebration of Life Concert, a special live event taking place Thursday, July 23, at House of Blues San Diego during Comic-Con week. The concert is part of Hasbro’s “Apology Tour,” a playful, year-long campaign celebrating the 40th anniversary of THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE and acknowledging the moment fans still haven’t quite recovered from.

Featuring music from THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE: THE SOUNDTRACK: THE REFORMATTED EDITION performed live by KNIGHTS OF UNICRON, along with a special performance of “The Touch” by Stan Bush,the concert pays tribute to the soundtrack that helped turn an animated movie into a cultural touchstone for generations of fans.

“I’m thrilled to be part of THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40thAnniversary Celebration of Life Concert and to celebrate this incredible film with the fans who have kept its spirit alive for four decades,” said Stan Bush. “It means so much to me that the music, especially ‘The Touch,’ still connects with people in such a powerful way. This anniversary is a tribute to the lasting impact of the movie, the memories it created, and the amazing TRANSFORMERS community that has embraced these songs for 40 years.”

The concert also features a powerhouse lineup of fan-favorite performers, including Vince DiCola, whose legendary score helped define the sound and spirit of THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE; Cold Slither, who returns to the stage after last year’s live debut at Comic-Con, bringing their loud and rebellious sound straight from the world of G.I. JOE; and Britta Phillips, the original singing voice of Jem from JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS, whose glitter, glam and truly outrageous pop flair makes every performance unforgettable. Together, these performers will turn the evening into a full-scale celebration of iconic Hasbro music and entertainment fandom that is... More Than Meets the Eye!

Additional special guests and performers will be announced in the coming weeks.

Event Details – THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Concert

 Fans can also continue the “Apology Tour” celebration with a lineup of new products and experiences inspired by the film:

  • THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE: THE SOUNDTRACK: THE REFORMATTED EDITION, New Single Available Now: Fans can now listen to the album’s second single, “The Transformers Theme – Reformatted Edition,” on all major streaming platforms. Performed by KNIGHTS OF UNICRON and featuring vocals from power metal artist Brittney Slayes (Unleash The Archers), the track delivers an electrifying reimagining of the iconic theme song. Brittney comments, "I am incredibly honored to be taking part in this project. I have been a fan of Transformers for such a long time; I can remember sitting with my big brother while he watched the original animated series, and I would watch the reruns on YTV when I was in elementary school.  The whole franchise is just so rad and I’m beyond happy to have been able to put my spin on such an iconic theme song." The full album arrives July 24, 2026, on major streaming platforms and in multiple physical formats, including limited-edition LPs.

  • THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Cinema Screenings: In collaboration with Fathom Entertainment, TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE returns to theaters beginning September 17, 2026, in celebration of its 40th anniversary and TRANSFORMERS Day. The beloved 1986 animated film will be presented in 4K and will roll into theatres across the U.S. with a wide theatrical release through September 21 as a special limited-run cinema experience. For more information and to be among the first notified when tickets go on sale, please visit Fathom Entertainment.

  • Hasbro’s THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE 40th Anniversary Lineup: Collect new waves of products celebrating the film’s milestone anniversary, including THE MATRIX OF LEADERSHIP premium electronic movie replica alongside new STUDIO SERIES additions featuring Shockwave, Skywarp, Wheeljack, Kranix, Sunstreaker, Astrotrain and Snarl, with additional reveals planned throughout the year. Pre-orders are now available on Hasbro Pulse and participating retailers.