Mpm8 Megatron and Mpm9 Jazz

[Galvatran]

Don't know why they'd waste resources on another Jazz figure 😏 but that Megatron looks amazing.

Megatron would benefit with some die cast.

[Magnus]

Here is a demonstration of Jazz splitting in half. It looks like there is a latch on the lower half of the torso that has to be released to allow the split.

Definitely getting Jazz. Megatron looks good, but I'm cagey about it because I'm wondering if I should hold out for a different iteration of Megatron, even though it may take a while to show up because Hasbro/TakaraTOMY seem to be going through characters one movie at a time.

I will be legit mad if this gimmick causes any other part of MPM Jazz to suffer though.

Yeah he looks awesome~! I love how they've included the details on his shoulders and back. A huge step up from the overrated human alliance version.

It looks like the split occurs where his waist rotator would be, so I doubt the figure was compromised to allow this gimmick.

As for details, my guess is that the Human Alliance figure was compromised due to its need to have a working cabin that a figure could fit in. The Masterpieces have no such requirements.

Still, the HA Jazz is in my opinion the best currently available movieverse Jazz.

Megatron would benefit with some die cast.

Every figure in the restarted Movie Masterpiece line has diecast in it. It looks like Megatron has it in the fuselage - notice how the section of the fuselage between the wings in fighter mode is a different colour to the surrounding plastic.

[Ralph Wiggum]

Finally! Been waiting for a MP movie Megatron. And Jazz is an added bonus. Opening up a can of worms here but hate the Bayverse designs all you want, at least the MP movie figures are decently priced.

Here’s hoping for Ratchet, then we got the 2007 movie Autobot crew.

[AJ_Prime]

These look great! I'm a sucker for the MPMs, Bumblebee and Barricade were great, Optimus looks decent too but could have used a bit more effort in the QC area to fix the truck bonnet issue.

If they are starting out with the first movie figures then it'll be interesting to see how they improve on SS Blackout's design, and leader class Starscream from RotF.

Loving that Jazz, the splitting in half gimmick is genius! Can't wait to recreate that scene, in fact I think that's how they will be displayed. The little Sam running with cube figure is a nice touch too.

[DaptoDog]

Loving that Jazz, the splitting in half gimmick is genius! Can't wait to recreate that scene, in fact I think that's how they will be displayed.

I look forward to Sideways' gimmick too!

[G1Optimal]

Finally! Been waiting for a MP movie Megatron. And Jazz is an added bonus. Opening up a can of worms here but hate the Bayverse designs all you want, at least the MP movie figures are decently priced.

Here’s hoping for Ratchet, then we got the 2007 movie Autobot crew.

If they do, i hope they do both the 2007 and Dotm colours.

As i like the 2007 colours they should offer both to those who do not

[SharkyMcShark]

Would kill for MP Starscream at some point.

[Magnus]

Official Hasbro product photos as well as product descriptions and MSRPs have now been released.

If they do, i hope they do both the 2007 and Dotm colours.

As i like the 2007 colours they should offer both to those who do not

If Hasbro/TakaraTOMY do a 2007 Ratchet, it wouldn't surprise me if they eventually made a DotM colour scheme. I'm expecting eventual remoulds for DotM Optimus and RotF and DotM Bumblebee.

Would kill for MP Starscream at some point.

The HFtD leader/MPM-1 is the best movieverse Starscream currently available, but one can only imagine that a new Movie Masterpiece that doesn't have to accommodate an electronics pack would be amazing.

[UltraMarginal]

That's just rude.
I will be legit mad if this gimmick causes any other part of MPM Jazz to suffer though.

Totally agree, and it's still too soon.. so sad for Jazz.

[griffin]

Official Hasbro product photos as well as product descriptions and MSRPs have now been released.

In case anyone missed it while drooling over the official images at that link, they also had the details for the Hasbro release of these two toys, which we won't see until nearly the end of this year.
It also notes that (with the loss of ToysRUs in America), the Movie Masterpiece toys will be joint exclusives to Entertainment Earth, BigBadToyStore, Diamond (the global comics distributor), and some business called Southern Hobby.
(the product descriptions also suggest a limited pre-order period, some 7 months before their release... which could mean that they will be "made to order" for their American release, like FunPub did with their Subscription toys - and with Australia looking to miss out on the last two Movie MPs - VW Bumblebee & Ironhide - I'm not sure if we will see these two here either... hopefully we find out before people here are forced pre-order from US sources)

Transformers: Masterpiece Movie Series Megatron
(Ages 8 and Up / Approx. Retail Price: US$159.99 / Available: Sept. 1, 2019)
Masterpiece Movie Series MEGATRON MPM-8 is 12 inches and a perfect authentic figure for fans and collectors alike, with features inspired by the explosive 2007 TRANSFORMERS live action movie. The figure showcases the merciless DECEPTICON leader with impressive attention to detail and features articulated hands and mouth, 40.5 grams of die cast detailing, and Fusion Cannon, chain whip and ALLSPARK Cube accessories. Converts from robot to CYBERTRONIAN jet mode in 50 steps. Features 35 cm of wingspan in CYBERTRONIAN jet mode and has 43 points of articulation. TRANSFORMERS Masterpiece figures showcase the greatest TRANSFORMERS characters in the highest level of detail (each sold separately). The ultra-premium, collectible figures are a must-have for any TRANSFORMERS collection. The Masterpiece Movie Series lineup includes iconic characters from the live action TRANSFORMERS movies with movie-inspired details and accessories. Will be available for pre-order from Feb. 1 – March 15 and retail purchase on Sept. 1, 2019 through Entertainment Earth, BigBadToyStore, Diamond, and Southern Hobby.

Transformers Masterpiece Movie Series Jazz
(Ages 8 and Up / Approx. Retail Price: US$89.99 / Available: Nov. 1, 2019)
Masterpiece Movie Series JAZZ MPM-9 is 6 inches and a perfect, authentic figure for fans and collectors alike, with features inspired by the explosive 2007 TRANSFORMERS live action movie. The figure showcases the daring AUTOBOT with impressive attention to detail and features articulated hands, sliding visor, die cast detailing, shield weapon accessory and spinal cord attachment. By pressing a back button, Jazz can be split in two and posed with Masterpiece Movie Series MEGATRON MPM-8 to recreate the tragic death scene from the 2007 TRANSFORMERS live action film. The figure also features 47 points of articulation and includes a Sam Witwicky figurine running with the ALLSPARK Cube. Converts from robot to hardtop Pontiac Solstice GXP mode in 48 steps. TRANSFORMERS Masterpiece figures showcase the greatest TRANSFORMERS characters in the highest level of detail (each sold separately). The ultra-premium, collectible figures are a must-have for any TRANSFORMERS collection. The Masterpiece Movie Series lineup includes iconic characters from the live action TRANSFORMERS movies with movie-inspired details and accessories. Will be available for pre-order from Apr. 1 – May 17 and retail purchase on Nov. 1, 2019 through Entertainment Earth, BigBadToyStore, Diamond, and Southern Hobby.