Forgot password
Enter the email address you used when you joined and we'll send you instructions to reset your password.
If you used Apple or Google to create your account, this process will create a password for your existing account.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Reset password instructions sent. If you have an account with us, you will receive an email within a few minutes.
Something went wrong. Try again or contact support if the problem persists.
Image via Paramount Pictures.

You may have forgotten that John Cena was in a ‘Transformers’ movie, but the franchise’s producer hasn’t

Lorenzo di Bonaventura hasn't forgotten John Cena's appearance in 'Bumblebee'.

John Cena‘s role in Bumblebee may have slipped your mind, but G.I. Joe producer Lorenzo di Bonaventura hasn’t forgotten, hinting at its significance as he discussed the future of the Transformers franchise.

Recommended Videos

Per ScreenRant, Bonaventura addressed fan theories about Agent Jack Burns, the character Cena played in the Transformers prequel Bumblebee, being the alter ego to Duke in G.I. Joe.

“I can deny that, but I could see why you’d feel that because he does have some of that energy if you would. I’d love to work with John again. He’s fantastic, and hopefully, we can bring him back into the series.”

The topic came up as Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, the sequel to Bumblebee, will premiere on June 9. Cena does not appear in the film, but his potential return to the franchise might lead to further exploration of the Sector 7 storyline. Bumblebee was a success, but it also has the lowest box office numbers of the franchise. Nevertheless, the film garnered positive reviews.

Cena starred in Bumblebee in 2018 opposite Hailee Steinfeld, Jorge Lendeborg Jr., John Ortiz, and Pamela Adlon. Justin Theroux and Academy Award nominee Angela Bassett appear in voice roles for The Decepticons. The iconic WWE wrestler has appeared in several other films, including The Marine, Trainwreck, F9, Suicide Squad, and Fast X.

Bonaventura and G.I. Joe: Retaliation director Jon M. Chu have teased the idea of integrating the G.I. Joe and Transformers franchises. However, Paramount Pictures has been reticent about the concept due to the box office failure of Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins. Of course, things could change depending on the box office performance of Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. Never say never.

And don’t worry if you’re someone who does not find John Cena’s film performances especially memorable because even if you forget, Lorenzo di Bonaventura will remember.


We Got This Covered is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy
Author
Image of Manya Seisay
Manya Seisay
Manya is a Contributing Writer for We Got This Covered, who explores diverse topics, including entertainment, gaming, and new technologies.