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John Cena lands lead role in 'Transformers' spinoff

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John Cena is joining the "Transformers" franchise.

The 16-time WWE World Champion has landed a lead role opposite Hailee Steinfeld in the upcoming "Transformers" spinoff "Bumblebee," according to Rebecca Ford of the Hollywood Reporter. Production began Monday in California and the film is slated to be released on Dec. 21, 2018.

Cena's past acting credits include "The Wall," "Sisters," "Daddy's Home," and "Trainwreck."

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