The live-action Transformers movies, brought to life by director Michael Bay and continued under Travis Knight, are known for their bombastic action sequences and groundbreaking visual effects. Here we take a look at the 15 best action sequences that stand out for their creativity, technical execution, and sheer spectacle.

1.The Battle of Mission City (Transformers, 2007)– The climactic battle where Optimus Prime first goes toe-to-toe with Megatron, showcasing destruction on an unprecedented scale in a city environment.

2.Forest Battle (Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, 2009)– Optimus Prime fights against Megatron, Starscream, and Grindor in a frenetically-paced forest showdown that is lauded for its choreography.

3.Winged Menace (Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, 2009)– Jetfire comes out of retirement in this memorable scene that provides an exciting combination of air and ground combat.

4.Highway Chase (Transformers: Dark of the Moon, 2011)– The Autobots rush to protect Sentinel Prime against the Decepticons, leading to a high-speed chase with complex transformations and heart-stopping stunts.

5.Chicago Invasion (Transformers: Dark of the Moon, 2011)– The Decepticons’ full-scale invasion provides a visually stunning sequence with unparalleled levels of action as buildings collapse and parachuting soldiers join the fray.

6.China Chaos (Transformers: Age of Extinction, 2014)– The Autobots team up with Dinobots in an explosive climax set against the backdrop of Chinese cityscapes.

7.Downtown Hong Kong Battle (Transformers: Age of Extinction, 2014)– This sequence takes urban destruction to new heights with nail-biting combat between Autobots and Decepticons amidst Hong Kong’s skyscrapers.

8.Opening Scene (Transformers: Age of Extinction, 2014)– Dinosaurs being terrorized by alien ships create a gripping introduction to the film’s high-octane action.

9.Spaceship Skirmish (Transformers: The Last Knight, 2017)– A zero-gravity battle onboard a Cybertronian spacecraft provides a thrilling visual experience that defies the norm.

10.Submarine Chase (Transformers: The Last Knight, 2017)– This underwater chase scene offers a different type of action set-piece that is both innovative and heart-pounding.

11.Arthurian Battle (Transformers: The Last Knight, 2017)– A fantastical reimagining of medieval warfare combined with robotic aliens offers an unforgettable opening to the movie.

12.Bumblebee Versus Blitzwing (Bumblebee, 2018)– An intense one-on-one confrontation showcasing Bumblebee’s agility and fighting skills along with stunning natural landscapes.

13.Car Chase Through Town (Bumblebee, 2018)– A fast-paced chase showing Bumblebee’s seamless maneuvering through narrow streets while trying to elude capture.

14.Cliffside Battle (Bumblebee, 2018)– This emotionally charged fight incorporates graceful combat choreography on a cliff overlooking the beach — a contrast to Bay’s city-razing sequences.

15.Cybertron War Opening (Bumblebee, 2018)– Fans are treated to what they’ve long wished for — a sequence set on Cybertron featuring multiple Transformers in combat reminiscent of scenes from the animated series but brought to life with modern technology and stunning visual effects.

These action sequences have become iconic not just for fans of the Transformers franchise.