In fact, critics and fans have never been in agreement that a TF movie until now, which marks a piece of history and begs a question regarding a potential sequel. Critics and general audience members are often at odds when it comes to high-profile releases.

But after a soft $25 million domestic start, now it's up in the air whether this origin tale for Optimus Prime and Megatron will strike a chord with moviegoers who aren't already fans of the '80s franchise.

Transformers One did not do as well as Paramount Pictures hoped it would at the box office on its opening weekend. The film made $25 million domestically, and it was tracking to open with $35 million,