Transformers: Rise of the Beasts
TheTransformers : ascending of the Beastscast features both familiar actors from the previous debut in the franchise and exciting newcomers making their first appearance in aTransformersmovie . Set in 1994,Transformers : Rise of the Beastsrevolves around a pair of Brooklyn archeologists who embark on a globetrotting journey with the Autobots and , along the way , contend with three novel factions of transformer : the Maximals , the Predacons , and the Terrorcons . Michael Bay is n’t in the director ’s chair for this one — it ’s directed byCreed II ’s Steven Caple , Jr. — but Bay is on board as a producer for this next chapter in theTransformersfranchise and the new form members it bestow .
Rather than checking in on existing characters like Shia LaBeouf ’s Sam Witwicky , Mark Wahlberg ’s Cade Yeager , or Hailee Steinfeld ’s Charlie Watson , Transformers : climb of the Beastsintroduces all - new protagonists to theTransformersfranchise . This movie sum such stars asHamilton ’s Anthony Ramos andJudas and the Black Messiah ’s Dominique Fishback to the ensemble . Some familiar vox can be heard as the titular robots - in - camouflage in theTransformers : raise of the Beastscast , likeTransformerslegacy actor Peter Cullen as Optimus Prime , as well as new cast members like Peter Dinklage and Michelle Yeoh voicing new Transformer characters .
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Anthony Ramos As Noah Diaz
Anthony Ramos plays Noah Diaz in theRise of the Beastscast , an ex - military electronics expert who lives in Brooklyn with the family he struggles to endure ( and is the transposition forShia LeBeouf ’s Sam Witwickyinsofar as he ’s the central male lede ) . Ramos got his giving break when he develop the dual roles of John Laurens and Philip Hamilton inHamiltonon Broadway . He went on to play Ally ’s supporter Ramon inA Star is Born , Usnavi de la Vega in the motion picture adaptation ofIn the Heights , and Staff Sergeant Anthony Martinez inGodzilla : King of the Monsters . Ramos also sound Mr. Piranha inThe Bad Guysand King Trollex inTrolls World Tour .
Dominique Fishback As Elena Wallace
Dominique Fishback’sTransformers : ascending of the Beastcharacter is Elena Wallace , an artefact research worker who works at a museum for an unappreciative boss . Fishback star in Donald Glover ’s psychological horror seriesSwarmas Andrea “ Dre ” Greene , and also played Billie Rowan onShow Me a Heroand Darlene onThe Deuce . She was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a support Role for her turn asDeborah Johnson inJudas and the Black Messiah . Fishback co - star with Samuel L. Jackson in the Apple TV+ miniseriesThe Last sidereal day of Ptolemy Grey , in which she played Robyn .
Tobe Nwigwe As Reek
Tobe Nwigwe joins theTransformers : Rise of the Beastscast as Reek , a criminal friend of Noah ’s who pushes him into a situation where he observe Mirage and ends up in over his promontory in trouble . Nwigwe ’s highest - visibility acting role prior toTransformers : ascension of the Beastsis Nick in the Netflix dramedy seriesMo . As a rapper , Nwigwe has been nominated for the Grammy Award for Best New Artist . He first gained a following through his Charles William Post on Instagram and YouTube . Nwigwe has released such EPs asThe Pandemic ProjectandAt the Crib Arrangementsand collaborated with artists like Pharrell Williams and Chamillionaire .
Peter Cullen As Optimus Prime
The loss leader of the Autobot resistance , Peter Cullen playsOptimus Prime in theRise of the Beastscast . Cullen has been voicing Optimus Prime since the original 1980sTransformersanimated series . He also played the part in the previousTransformersmovies , as well as video game and composition park rides . Cullen has also voice such iconic characters as Eeyore in theWinnie the Poohfranchise and Monterey Jack inChip ‘ n Dale : Rescue Rangers , and he was the original vocalization of the nefarious KARR inKnight Rider . Cullen provided the vocalizations for the titular demon inPredatorand the 1976 interpretation ofKing Kong .
Ron Perlman As Optimus Primal
Ron Perlman’sTransformers : Rise of the Beastcharacter is Optimus Primal , the leader of the Maximals . Perlman previously play the part inTransformers : baron of the Primes , and so he was always a fitting choice for the live - action Optimus Primal . The doer is best known for play Clay Morrow inSons of Anarchyand the titular demonic antihero inregular collaborator Guillermo del Toro’sHellboymovies . His other voice roles admit Lord Hood in the video gamesHalo 2andHalo 3 , Mr. Lancer inDanny Phantom , and the Stabbington chum inTangled . He also narrate theFalloutgames .
Peter Dinklage As Scourge
Peter Dinklage bring together theTransformers : Rise of the Beastscast as Scourge , the trophy hunter who leads the Terrorcons . Dinklage is best known for hisbook - accurate portrayal of Tyrion Lannister onGame of Thrones , for which he get ahead him a record - breaking four Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series . Dinklage baffle his breakthrough with the starring role of Finbar McBride inThe Station Agentand has since toy Miles Finch inElf , Dr. Bolivar Trask inX - Men : Days of Future Past , and James inThree Billboards Outside Ebbing , Missouri . He was also the original voice of Ghost in the video gameDestiny .
Pete Davidson As Mirage
Pete Davidson plays Mirage in the procession of the Beasts cast , an Autobot who had been sent into concealing for several years . Davidson was a form member onSaturday Night Livefrom 2014 to 2022 . He starred as aspire tattoo artist Scott Carlin in his self - penned , semi - autobiographic film vehicleThe King of Staten Island . Davidson also played David in the whodunit slasherBodies Bodies Bodies , Gary in the romantic comedyMeet Cute , and Blackguard in the superhero actionerThe Suicide Squad . As a standup comedian , Davidson has release the comedy specialsSMDandAlive from New York .
Michelle Yeoh As Airazor
Michelle Yeoh’sTransformers : Rise of the Beastcharacter is maximum warrior Airazor . Yeoh first gain international realization with her part as Yu Shu Lien inCrouching Tiger , Hidden Dragon , and Wai Lin inthe underestimate James Bond movieTomorrow Never Dies . She won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her execution as laundromat owner and multiversal traveller Evelyn Wang inEverything Everywhere All at Once . Yeoh is also recognize for her roles as Eleanor -Young inCrazy Rich Asians , Zi Yuan inThe Mummy : Tomb of the Dragon Emperor , and Ying Nan inShang - Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings .
Michael Kelly As Agent Burke
Michael Kelly joins theTransformers : ascension of the Beastscast as Agent Burke , appearing in the last picture of the movie before the end citation seethe . This was when Noahn thought he was interview for a occupation , only to be asked to join a hugger-mugger U.S. task force . Burke is a recruiter forG.I. Joe . Fans might recognize Kelly from his role as Mike November in the Prime Video seriesJack Ryanand as Jonathan " Prophet " Sims inCriminal Minds : Suspect Behavior . He also star as Doug Stamper inHouse of Cardson Netflix .
Colman Domingo As Unicron
Colman Domingo voicesUnicron in theRise of the Beastscast . While he depict up at the start and then during the concluding battle of the pic , it front like he will dally a big part other than just the big badness in theRise of the Beastscast . Unicron will likely be rig up as the principal opponent in this current series ofTransformersmovies , so Colman Domingo ’s role inRise of the Beastsis in all likelihood just the beginning . external ofTransformerDomingo is know for his role as Strand onFear the Walking Dead . He also had role inLincoln , Selma , If Beale Street Could verbalize , Ma Rainey ’s Black Bottom . He also picked up an Independent Spirit nominating speech for his performance inZola .
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Transformers: Rise Of The Beasts Supporting Cast & Characters
Lauren Vélez as Mrs. Diaz : Noah ’s female parent , Mrs. Diaz , is play by Lauren Vélez . Vélez is best known for playing Captain María LaGuerta onDexter . She also play Dr. Gloria Nathan onOzand Elena onUgly Betty , and voices Rio Morales in the animatedSpider - Versemovies .
Liza Koshy as Arcee : Autobot commando Arcee is vocalize by Liza Koshy . Koshy is a star of Vine and YouTube who made her playing debut with the role of Aday Walker inBoo ! A Madea Halloween . She has also host the Nickelodeon game showDouble Dareand starred as Jasmine Hale in the Netflix dancing movieWork It .
Cristo Fernández as Wheeljack : Cristo Fernández plays the function of Wheeljack , an Autobot scientist and mechanic . A former professional footballer for the Liga Premier de México , Fernández is best known for playing Dani Rojas onTed Lasso .
John DiMaggio as Stratosphere and Transit : John DiMaggio wager treble roles in theTransformers : ascension of the Beastscast as Stratosphere , an Autobot Air - Soldier , and Transit , a Terrorcon . DiMaggio is known for such iconic voice roles asthe repeatable Bender onFuturama , Jake the Dog onAdventure Time , Dr. Drakken onKim Possible , and Marcus Fenix in theGears of Warvideo games .
David Sobolov as Rhinox and Battletrap : Like DiMaggio , David Sobolov plays two roles inTransformers : Rise of the creature . He voice Rhinox , a maximum ranger , and Battletrap , a Terrorcon . Sobolov has voice RoboCop inRoboCop : Alpha Commandoand Drax the Destroyer in various Marvel alive projects , and previously played Blitzwing in theBumblebeemovie .
Michaela Jaé Rodriguez as Nightbird : Nightbird , a Terrorcon , is played by Michaela Jaé Rodriguez . Rodriguez is best known for her turn as Blanca Evangelista onPose . She won the 2011 Clive Barnes Award for her performance as Angel Dumott Schunard in a stage product ofRent .
Tongayi Chirisa as Cheetor : Tongayi Chirisa bet Cheetor , a Maximal scout . Chirisa previously played Man Friday onCrusoeand Father Nicholas onThe Jim Gaffigan Show .
Other Transformers In Rise Of The Beasts
On top of the several transformer who had quality voice player impart them to life-time , there were also others that never spoke a word , yet appear in the film in major roles . This , of form , include Bumblebee , who has n’t been able-bodied to talk since the outset and has to habituate his car radio to rescue his often humourous responses , either in Song dynasty or moving-picture show quote . It also includes Terrorcons and Predacons , who appeared inTransformers : Rise of the Beastscast , but did n’t involve a man to vocalize their line .
Bumblebee : Autobot scout Bumblebee , who antecedently starred in his own self - title spin - off film , has a supporting role in theTransformers : ascension of the Beastscast .
Freezer : Freezer , a Terrorcon who metamorphose into arm artillery for Scourge and the other Terrorcons to use , look inTransformers : Rise of the Beasts .
Scorponok : Predacon Scorponok , who transmute into a scorpion , also appears inTransformers : ascent of the Beasts .
