Transformers Movies Ranked by Highest-Grossing (Adjusted for Inflation)
Since 2007, the Transformers movies have delivered exactly what fans expect: massive robots, explosive action, and eye-popping spectacle. Michael Bay’s original films turned Hasbro’s toy line into one of cinema’s biggest franchises, pulling in billions worldwide. Later entries like Bumblebee and Rise of the Beasts proved the brand still had fuel in the tank, while 2024’s Transformers One marked a new animated chapter. Here’s how all the films rank at the worldwide box office, adjusted for 2025 inflation.
8) Transformers One (2024)
This animated prequel took fans back to the origins of Optimus Prime and Megatron, offering a fresh spin on the saga. While its box office was more modest than the live-action blockbusters, it marked an important expansion of the franchise.
Worldwide gross in 2024: $129,408,392
Adjusted for 2025: $133,808,277
7) Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (2023)
Bringing the Beast Wars storyline to the big screen, this installment introduced Maximals and Predacons alongside the Autobots. Though its box office fell short of earlier peaks, it kept audiences invested in the saga.
Worldwide gross in 2023: $441,656,550
Adjusted for 2025: $475,396,460
6) Bumblebee (2018)
This spin-off focused on the fan-favorite yellow Autobot in a heartfelt 1980s-set origin story. With Hailee Steinfeld in the lead and a lighter tone, it won over critics and proved the series could evolve beyond Bay’s style.
Worldwide gross in 2018: $465,195,589
Adjusted for 2025: $593,995,359.4
5) Transformers: The Last Knight (2017)
Michael Bay’s final Transformers entry went all-in on spectacle, weaving Arthurian legend into the robot wars. Despite franchise fatigue setting in, it still cleared nearly $800M adjusted worldwide.
Worldwide gross in 2017: $602,893,340
Adjusted for 2025: $788,620,426.8
4) Transformers (2007)
The one that started it all. Bay’s original film introduced audiences to Shia LaBeouf’s Sam Witwicky, Megan Fox, and, of course, the epic war between Autobots and Decepticons. A surprise smash, it reignited interest in the brand and became one of 2007’s biggest hits.
Worldwide gross in 2007: $708,272,592
Adjusted for 2025: $1,095,487,478
3) Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)
Despite mixed reviews, the second film capitalized on the hype of the first and delivered even bigger action set pieces. Audiences turned out in droves, making it one of the highest-grossing movies of 2009.
Worldwide gross in 2009: $836,519,699
Adjusted for 2025: $1,250,417,835
2) Transformers: Age of Extinction (2014)
Mark Wahlberg joined the franchise as Bay introduced the fan-favorite Dinobots. While divisive, the film soared internationally, especially in China, helping it cross the $1.4B adjusted mark.
Worldwide gross in 2014: $1,104,054,072
Adjusted for 2025: $1,495,313,734
1) Transformers: Dark of the Moon (2011)
The third film was the franchise’s peak, featuring the devastating Battle of Chicago and some of Bay’s most ambitious action sequences. It dominated worldwide, becoming the highest-grossing Transformers movie to date.
Worldwide gross in 2011: $1,123,794,079
Adjusted for 2025: $1,602,151,452
With Autobots and Decepticons continuing to battle across generations, the Transformers series remains one of the most enduring blockbuster franchises in cinema.
