Unveiling the Hidden Link Between Transformers 7 and An Earlier Movie

The Maximals, beloved characters from the '90s animated series Beast Wars: Transformers, are finally making their live-action debut in Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. Alongside the Autobots, the Maximals will protect humanity, though their alliance may not be without its challenges, as hinted at in the trailer. Director Steven Caple Jr. leads the charge with on-screen stars Anthony Ramos and Dominique Fishback. It's surprising that it's taken seven films for Beast Wars characters to be included in the franchise, considering their popularity among an entire generation of Transformers fans who first discovered the franchise through the animated series and toys. Producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura explains that the inclusion of the Maximals has been a long time coming.

It was no easy task to combine cars and animals in a way that felt natural and believable. As a franchise that has primarily been set in urban environments, incorporating Maximals presented a new challenge. The key was to create a story that made sense for their existence and then place them in an environment where they could blend in, ultimately leading us to the Peruvian jungle. The idea had been discussed for some time, but it wasn't until we found the right story that we knew it was time to move forward with this exciting adventure.

Why The Maximals Are Big For Transformers’ Future

The arrival of Optimus Primal, Rhinox, Cheetor, and Airazor, some of the most powerful Maximals, is already highly anticipated. However, the potential impact of this event goes beyond mere excitement. With Beast Wars: Transformers boasting a plethora of captivating characters, there is enormous potential for further exploration. A positive reception of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts could pave the way for additional adaptations, not only for the Maximals but also for their antagonists. One of the most iconic characters in Beast Wars: Transformers is Megatron, a formidable brute and mastermind who transforms into a Tyrannosaurus Rex.

However, it is clear that Di Bonaventura has a valid argument. The events of the Beast Wars: Transformers series occurred before humans inhabited the planet, allowing the Maximals and Predacons to engage in their battles without any human interference. Given that the Transformers movies have thrived by featuring humans as central characters, it is unlikely that a prequel or spinoff of Beast Wars: Transformers without human involvement would be successful. Despite this, one can only hope that the Maximals will continue to be a part of the Transformers franchise after the release of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts.