The beloved animated hero is making his live-action debut! The concept trailer for Ben 10 has just dropped, and Tom Holland steps into the role of the young, adventurous hero, Ben Tennyson, in a high-energy, action-packed reboot of the iconic franchise.
Directed by J.J. Abrams (Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Super 8), Ben 10 (2025) brings the story of Ben Tennyson, a regular 10-year-old boy who discovers the Omnitrix, a mysterious watch that gives him the power to transform into different alien creatures, to a whole new level. In this live-action version, Ben must balance his normal life with his newfound abilities, facing off against villainous forces and discovering the true potential of the Omnitrix.
The teaser opens with Ben Tennyson (Holland) sitting in his room, fumbling with the Omnitrix. Suddenly, he slams the watch down onto his wrist, and a brilliant flash of light erupts. Ben’s voiceover cuts in, excited and nervous: “I never asked for this… but I’m gonna have to figure it out.”
Key moments from the trailer include:
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Ben’s first transformation into Heatblast, the fiery alien, as he accidentally causes a small fire in his bedroom, setting off a series of hilarious and chaotic events
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Ben and his cousin Gwen Tennyson (played by Florence Pugh) uncovering the dark origins of the Omnitrix and the true purpose behind its power
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Max Tennyson (played by Jeff Bridges), Ben’s grandfather, revealing his past as a secret protector, teaching Ben how to control his alien transformations and harness the power of the Omnitrix
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A high-speed chase through the city as Ben uses XLR8, the alien with super speed, to escape from a group of alien bounty hunters sent by the mysterious villain Vilgax (played by Idris Elba), who wants to steal the Omnitrix for his own evil purposes
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Ben facing his first true battle as Diamondhead, the crystalline alien, taking on a massive monster terrorizing the city and learning what it means to be a hero
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The emotional moment when Ben must choose between using his powers to save his friends and family or keeping the Omnitrix out of the wrong hands, all while understanding the gravity of his newfound responsibility
The trailer delivers everything fans of the animated Ben 10 series loved—high-energy action, unique alien transformations, and humor, but with the added depth and spectacle of live-action. Holland’s portrayal of Ben adds youthful energy and vulnerability, while still embodying the bravery and curiosity that fans have come to love.
Social media is already buzzing with excitement, with hashtags like #Ben10LiveAction, #TomHollandBen10, and #OmnitrixPower trending across platforms worldwide.
Ben 10 is set to hit theaters on December 3, 2025, with a global IMAX release.
One boy. One watch. And the power to change the world. ⚡🦸♂️
