Although Nickelodeon have knocked it out of the park with their 2013 3D animated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles reboot, some fans of the franchise have been clamouring for its 2D roots of the 1980s. They got their wish partially in the season 4 episode “Trans-Dimensional Turtles” which saw the return of the original voice cast, but it’s been announced that a full 2D reboot will be released in 2018, titled Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.
“The Turtles is a property that has reinvention in its DNA, which keeps it fresh and relevant to every new generation while satisfying the demand from its adult fans,” said Cyma Zarghami, president, Nickelodeon Group. “Turtles has been an incredibly important franchise for us since we reignited it five years ago, and we’re excited for the new series to take the characters in a different direction with more humor, a younger and lighter feel and all-new dimensions to explore.”
Here’s the synopsis:
Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will follow Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo on all-new adventures as they seek to unlock the mystical secrets of New York City. From the tallest skyscraper to the dankest sewer drain, the Turtles will encounter absurd new mutants and battle bizarre creatures all while enjoying their favorite slice of pizza. Tapping into mystic, ninja powers they never knew existed, the four brothers must learn to work together and navigate the perils of the modern age and hidden realms in order to fulfill their destiny to become a team of heroes.
Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will replace the current Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series, which ends after its fifth season. Ant Ward will return as co-executive producer, alongside Andy Suriano (Samurai Jack)
Source: Variety
Originally published March 6, 2017. Updated April 13, 2018.
