Transformers Movie Primer, Stills from The Last Knight

Tomorrow night is the premiere of Transformers: The Last Knight in theaters. To prep, click here for a reminder of the four previous films in the franchise that summarizes each of the movies so spoilers if missed any of the other four. The movie also had its premiere in London (called Global Premiere even though there was global/world premiere in China the week before...marketing folks, what can you do.). You can find pics from that at MB.com.

In addition if like movie stills you can find a bunch of them at Collider (or mirrored at TFW2005). Its a collection of some new (but from trailers/TV spots) or previously released stills.

Transformers 5 Films at "Stonehenge"

Transformers: The Last Knight continues to film in the London area. This time Wiltshire Plain where production built a re-creation of Stonehenge so that some explosions could be used as a military helicopters fly around the area in a scene involving Mark Wahlberg and Laura Haddock running across the plain from one of the helicopters. Sir Anthony Hopkins filmed a moment at the fake stones but no mention was made if he shared a scene with the other two actors (keeping my theory he is playing Winston Churchill in the past theory intact). The full gallery of images can be found at Daily Mail.

Hopkins Compliments Bay; TF5 At Buckingham Palace

It seems Transformers: The Last Knight is finished filming their Nazi scenes as production moved to the "driveway" of Buckingham Palace as the Lamborgini shot down it at 90MPH. Filming also includes shots of 'Bee at the Palace and possibly Barricade chasing him. More pictures from the set can be found here.

In addition Sir Anthony Hopkins answer the question "what is it like working on Transformers?" in a Facebook video.

"To date, it has been one of the best experiences I've had on a film in many, many years. Since Spielberg and Olive Stone... Working with Michael Bay is quite an experience because he has the whole film up there [point at his head]. Makes life for me anyway easy. He says stand there, I stand there. I just go along with it because I know he is in command of the whole ship. Directors are certain like Steven Spielberg, Oliver Stone, Kenneth Branagh, Michael Bay... they are the best. There's no political correctness. They don't take time. They just 'Let's do it.' I love that. Because I'm like that. I don't like wasting time either. ...to all you Transformers fans, all you kids. Enjoy. I'll be back. Mark my words."

Hopkins, Wahlberg Hang on TF5 Castle Set

While there is little real news on the Transformers: The Last Knight front since Bay has successfully lowered an Abrams-like cone of silence on his production, we can at least confirm that Sir Anthony Hopkins does have a human role in the film and apparently it comes in the back half of the film is the much worse for wear look of Mark Wahlberg is any indication.

The pictures were shot at the castle grounds of Alnwick Castle in Northumbria, UK which included some of the usual Bayhem explosions filmed in part with a drone. Based on Hopkins' costume, I am betting he is playing someone who is an expert on Arthurian legend, sucked into helping Walhberg and company track down the film's McGuffin. The full gallery of the two hanging out on set can be found here. Thanks to Wynton Ray for the link.

New Potential Alt Modes on Transformers 5 Set

From the Instagram account of Arun Dhingra, we have a look at various TF5 vehicles as filming continues from the Transformers: The Last Knight set in London. Usually expensive and sporty cars means Transformers alt mode but at this time that has not been confirmed.

The real new addition is a red McLaren 570S that looks like the expensive type that makes for an alt mode or Anthony Hopkins character could just own it since he was spotted doing a scene in the vehicle. We also have another good look at the silver Aston Martin DB11 that is theorized to be the alt mode of the rumored character of Cogman. Another Cogman possibility could be the black Citroen DS that is used by Laura Haddock's character. The view the full gallery from the London set including more looks at Barricade, Bumblebee, and Hot Rod characters head over to @arun09345.

Two Possible Alt-Modes on Transformers 5 London Set

Transformers: The Last Knight continues to film on the streets of London. Today two new vehicles were spotted at the location and considering they are very expensive cars, chances are they are alt modes for two Autobots. From Alex Liu's Instagram we have a vehicle that TFW2005 identified as a Lamborghini Centenario LP770-4. The color scheme and shape makes it a perfect match for Hot Rod.

The second vehicle is from TransformersFilm Instagram. ID'ed as an Aston Martin DB11, theory is this is the alt mode of Cogman. The character name is from JoBlo's movie rumor from several months ago that has so far proven to be very accurate based on based on revealed Transformers characters and set pics since then.

Transformers: The Last Knight Cheat Sheet

Here is the cheat sheet for Transformers 5 that attempts to summarize details about the movie. Consider this a SPOILER WARNING as will post info as it comes up. Verified means the information either came from someone associated with the film (an actor, director, producer, etc.) or through mainstream press (CNN, THR, etc.) so unlikely to be false (but no guarantees). Feel free to comment on any inaccuracies or new info that isn't reflected in the sheet. The below is ultimately speculation and rumor until officially confirmed through those with the production of the film.

Official Title: Transformers: The Last Knight (verified)
Principle Photography: May 25 - October 15, 2016 (verified)
Budget: unknown
Shoot Days: unknown
Release Date: June 23, 2017
Trailers: Teaser | TV Spot #1 | TV Spot #2 | TV Spot #3 | Super Bowl TV Spot | Extended Super Bowl TV Spot | KTA TV Spot | Izzy Trailer | Trailer #1 | International Trailer

Laura Haddock, Barricade and Odd Costume on TF5 Set

Tuesday seemed to bring some new additions to the Detroit set for Transformers: The Last Knight. Michael Bay posted an image of the lovely Laura Haddock, perhaps in her character costume. The official TF5 Instagram account posted to short vids (below).

The first is a look at the new Barricade vehicle with a shiny pretty shade of blue that I want on my car. The second gif is interesting due to the costumes that Josh Duhamel and Santiago Cabrera are wearing. I have no clue what to make of them other then they just seem really odd. I almost thought of them as motion capture outfits but the huge volume of weapons and lack of tracking markers makes them something else, just no idea what.

Official Images from Transformers 5 Packard Plant Set

Filming continues on Transformers: The Last Knight at the Packard Plant set in Detroit. As part of that the Transformers Instagram account has posted two official images from the set and a short video (all below) from star Isabela Moner as she hangs out in the subway car on the set.

Surfs up, @isabelamoner! #transformers

A video posted by Transformers (@transformersmovie) on Jul 5, 2016 at 5:01pm PDT

Extra Casting for Transformers 5 For This Weekend

It seems that there was a sudden need for an extra as a new casting announcement went out for two young boys for filming this weekend. Could it at the Packard Plant which J Barton indicates was full of activity with streets in the area blocked off with security guards posted. As his pics show, you can see a hint of a Deception drone and crashed Chicago subway car at the Detroit location.

We are casting talent and we are currently looking for the following:

Young boy 5’0-5’2 140-160 lbs, waist 34 dark hair, longer (may need to be trimmed or cut for the role)
Young boy 5'0-5’2 90-110 lbs, waist 27, sandy brown, dirty blond, longer hair (may need to be trimmed or cut for the role)

Must be available on Thursday, June 30 and Friday July 1.
Filming is in the Detroit area.

MUST MEET THE CRITERIA ABOVE FOR CONSIDERATION.

If you know someone who meets this description, please visit Real Style – Michigan's foremost talent agency representing and developing fashion models, commercial talent, and extras, look for the REGISTER NOW tab.
Set up a profile and at the bottom of the page, please sign up for free for TF5 only.

Please send a follow up email to info@realstyleonline.com
Subject: Photo double with your name

Thank you,
Real Style

Crosshairs Vehicle Spotted In Detroit

It seems that JoBlo's report was correct as Crosshair's Chevy Corvette Stingray C7 was spotted in Detroit. The pic arrives along with news that Squeeks (Vespa alt mode) is also in the movie. (via TFW2005)

TF5 Pics From Packard Plant Set

Transformers: The Last Knight is currently filming at Detroit's Old Packard Plant. Thanks to MLive (mirrored at TFW2005) you can find set pictures that is described as:

“An array of giant metallic contraptions have landed at the long-vacant Packard Plant as preparations are being made for the filming of the next “Transformers” movie.

Among the crumbling concrete of the sprawling former Detroit automotive plant, scenes for the fifth Transformers movie, staring Mark Wahlberg, are beginning to take shape.

Two Chicago Transit Authority trains are positioned as if they careened off their artificial rail lines, and giant gears and machinery lie in pieces around the set.”

This does seem to indicate that the story returns to Chicago to deal further with the aftermath of Megatron's invasion attempt.

In addition, J Barton has provided more pics (below) from another Detroit location being prepped for the film. Based on the signage, the area of Washington Blvd will be used to film for TF5.

Transformers 5 Finished in Arizona, Now in Detroit

As of Saturday, Transformers: The Last Knight completed filming in Arizona and as of today is now in Detroit for the next eight weeks. Mark Wahlberg posted a goodbye video to Arizona while a fan posted more pics of some of the Delta vehicles and Hound as they were likely getting prepped to either ship to Detroit or tossed. The full set at Seibertron.

With filming in Detroit we have some new images of a potential set and a perimeter that was set for filming thanks to @treinman. The main bit of new information comes from an Transformers_Contributions instagram which shows that the Decepticon drones last seen in Dark of the Moon make an appearance in the film maybe in action, possibly as set dressing of invasion debris since parts of that movie's fight sequences were filmed in Detroit despite the invasion being set in Chicago. (links via TFormers)

Battle-Damaged Bumblebee, Wheelie, and Detroit Prep

A few new images from Transformers: The Last Knight to enjoy. The first comes from Tyrese Gibson who posted images (left) of battle-damaged Bumblebee. In addition the tfmovie snapchat continues to post stuff daily but yesterday was the first time something popped up that could be considered newsworthy as it posted an image (below) of Wheelie (alt mode RC truck) who was last seen with Brains crashing a Decepticon ship in Transformers: Dark of the Moon.

While filming in Arizona, prep continues in Detroit. Thanks to J. Barton we have pics from 151 West Fort Street of what looks like set prep. The Haddad truck was used for previous Transformers films in Chicago and the E7 on the cones tends to mark a Transformers set. Sadly the set is in the interior of the building (so private property) so no way to tell what it is for.

More Pics from TF5 Arizona Base Camp

Transformers: The Last Knight filming continues in Arizona. Here are a few more images from base camp of the recently spotted vehicles of the green utility Decepticon truck (with his Hound like Autobot kill count), the Mercedes-Benz Model 1924 Dump Truck (with possible Star Seekers logo) and a closeup of the jeep seen in previous pics and videos. You can find a few more set pics at Transformers Cars, TFW2005 and TFormers, below are just what looked like key new ones to me.

Barricade Verified, Three New Possible Transformers Spotted

Transformers: The Last Knight filming continues around the Roosevelt Dam area in Arizona. Michael Bay and Josh Duhamel confirmed that Barricade has returned with an official photo of his alt mode vehicle (no idea on make and model).

Meanwhile the instagram account kraelauzon has posted (below) a few short videos and identified a new Autobot, new Decepticon and verified the rusted VW van is a Decepticon. As the first two vids below shows, we have Bumblebee and Hound with an unknown jeep sandwiched in between. The Decepticons also seem to have their own formation (3rd video). At least in past Transformers films that was essentially an "Autobots roll out" formation which leads me to think that Jeep is an Autobot (I would say Hound but that name is taken) and the motorcycle is a Decepticon. In addition she posted a picture of a green construction type vehicle with the Decepticon logo on the door.

Also there are other set pics including a look at the other side of the maybe Wreck-Gar and Hound vehicles via OLV and pictures of what I assume is the unit that Josh Duhamel's Lennox is leader of with the delta-ish symbol on the doors via Transformers Cars.

So to sum up, we have a junk trunk (faction unknown), a green construction truck (Decepticon), rusted VW Van (Decepticon), motorcycle (possible Decepticon), and jeep (possible Autobot) joining Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Hound, and Barricade on the Transformers cast list.

Possible WreckGar in Transformers 5?

A new image posted to Instagram by deezy_ftw from the Transformers: The Last Knight set at Lake Roosevelt, Arizona area seems to suggest that Wreck-Gar might be in the movie. An Autobot, Wreck-Gar was introduced in Transformers: The Movie (1986) hailing from the planet of Junk (thus often referred to as a Junkion) with an alt mode of a motorcycle. Since he is the only character that loves junk and that truck is literally overflowing with junk, its not a huge leap.

On a related note On Vacation Locations is reporting "a 14 mile stretch of State Route 303 from I-17 to Lake Pleasant Parkway in Phoenix from 2:00 AM Friday, June 10 to 11:30 PM on Wednesday, June 15."

Barricade Returns for Transformers 5?

Joining yesterday's pics from Roosevelt Lake, AZ is a new video from Kayleigh Lauzon's instagram account (below) and pics from Transformers Car facebook page pics that gives you another look at the rusted VW Camper and the apparent return of Barricade complete with "to punish and enslave" slogan which is at odds with his Transformers: Dark of the Moon death. Mainly because I read the comics, my mind jumped to the conclusion that his carcass was used to create a human built and controlled Transformer. Or it could be simply be Michael Bay liked the character and decided he didn't die. (via TFormers)

It's nearly impossible to top a day when #decepticons roll past you. New motorcycle, upgraded #Barricade, and a new VW Bus addition. #TheLastKnight #Transformers5

A video posted by Kayleigh Lauzon (@kraelauzon) on Jun 6, 2016 at 7:15pm PDT

Transformers: The Last Knight New Hound, Filming Footage

Filming seems to have officially begun in the states for Transformers: The Last Knight as Bumblebee, new alt mode for Hound and a bunch of military style vehicles were spotted at Roosevelt Lake in Arizona as the videos from Clayton Higgens show. He wasn't the only to spot them as photograher Fredrik Naumann also posted images from the area. A few of them are below, the rest are here. One pic shows an old rusted VW Camper Van that has me curious. Thanks to Feris O. for the heads-up.

Bay Posts New Transformers 5 Image from Cuba

Michael Bay has posted a new very short video to his Instagram account with the caption "Cuba! There's a Robot in there." I assume he means in the old style motorcycle and not the building.

Cuba! There's a Robot in there.

A video posted by Michael Bay (@michaelbay) on May 29, 2016 at 9:01pm PDT