# Transformers: The Return of Optimus Prime (1987)

English · Released 1987-11-17

Transformers: The Return of Optimus Prime is a 1987 English film. The music is by Lorne Balfe. Sophie Okonedo, Julian Lewis Jones, Clint Gordon, Josha Stradowski and Daryl McCormack appear in it, alongside 1 more credited name.

Music: Lorne Balfe
Cast: Sophie Okonedo as Siuan Sanche, Julian Lewis Jones as Bayle Domon, Clint Gordon as Mat's Admirer, Josha Stradowski as Rand al'Thor, Daryl McCormack as Aram, Frank Welker as Galvatron / Mixmaster / Rumble / Skywarp / Soundwave / Superion / Wheelie

## Storyline
When an alien plague turns Transformers into relentless destroyers, the universe's only hope lies in reviving Optimus Prime, who must unite with old enemies to reclaim the Matrix of Leadership and save Cybertron.

## Common questions

### When was Transformers: The Return of Optimus Prime released?
Transformers: The Return of Optimus Prime was released on 17 November 1987.

### Who stars in Transformers: The Return of Optimus Prime?
Sophie Okonedo, Julian Lewis Jones, Clint Gordon and Josha Stradowski star in Transformers: The Return of Optimus Prime.

### Who composed the music for Transformers: The Return of Optimus Prime?
The music is by Lorne Balfe.

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Retrieved: 2026-10-02