The $441.7 million global box office haul

The 2023 Transformers film, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, will be available for free streaming on Pluto TV in the US from July 1, offering audiences a chance to watch the latest installment in the iconic sci-fi franchise without subscription. The film's performance at the global box office was modest, grossing approximately $441.7 million worldwide against a reported production budget of $195 to $200 million.

Directed by Steven Caple Jr., the film features a diverse cast including Anthony Ramos as Noah Diaz,Dominique Fishback as Elena Wallace, and several notable voice actors such as Ron Perlman as Optimus Primal, Peter Dinklage as Scourge, and Peter Cullen reprising his iconic role as Optimus Prime.

The film's availability on Pluto TV offers a no-cost opportunity for viewers to experience or re-experience this entry in the long-running series, which continues to evolve under the stewardship of producers like Michael Bay and Steven Spielberg , among others.

Transformers : Rise of the Beasts' critical and audience reception

Critical reception was mixed; on Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a 51% critic score, with reviewers often noting that it relied heavily on familiar franchise tropes. however, audience response was significantly more positive, with a 91% audience score.

Despite some praise for individual elements, many reviews suggested the film failed to innovate beyond the established formula of previous installments.

What's next for the Transformers franchise?

The move to Pluto TV marks a new chapter for the franchise, which continues to evolve under the stewardship of producers like Michael Bay and Steven Spielberg, among others.

As the franchise looks to the future, it remains to be seen whether the next installment will build upon the success of the previous films or take a new direction.