It’s been 35 years since the first-everTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtlesmovie hit theaters, and to celebrate, Fathom Entertainment is putting it back on the big screen. As abox office hitthat grossed over $200 million, longtime fans and newcomers alike can relish the fact that Turtlemania is back and enjoy a classic superhero adventure.
With Fathom Entertainment partnering with Saga Arts and Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group, audiences can relive Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael’s quest to save Splinter and fight back against Shredder in a film that helped kickstart theTurtles craze of the 1990s. This re-release will also include theTurtles Unmaskedfeaturette, which features never-before-seen footage and extra content.
Why You Should Watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles In Theaters Again
The Turtles Are Back In Theaters This August
Long before the MCU took Hollywood by storm, movies likeTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtleshelped popularize the superhero genre on the big screen. As a box office smash that combined the appeal of the original comics and the animated kids’ series,Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtleswas a surprise success that actually became the highest-grossing independent film of all time (viaHollywood Reporter.)
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtleswill be in theaters from August 15 - 21, 2025.
Not only will grown-up fans be able to introduce their kids to the originalTurtlesmovie in theaters, but the creators ofTMNT: Evolution, Mutation & Rebootworked with director Steve Barron to produce the anniversary featurette. This not only features behind-the-scenes insight into the production but also extended scenes, home-recorded footage, and commentary from Barron himself.
Our Take On The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Return To Theaters
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Was Elevated By Its Use Of Practical Effects
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtleswas a classic release whose legacy has only grown in the years since its release. With the turtle costumes developed by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop and as one of the final projects Henson worked on before his death, there’s a retro charm to the way theTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtlesmovie valued practical effects over CGI.
With a campy energy, hilarious one-liners, epic brawls, and a sense of silliness that appeals to viewers of all ages,Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtlesis just plain fun. Getting a chance to be able to see this cult favorite on the big screen once again after all these years is a rare delight.
The popularity of the Turtles has endured largely thanks to great movies like the 1990sTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, which stands as one of the best cinematic outings for these mutated heroes. As a fantastic blend of fun storytelling, practical effects, and surprising emotional depth,we should all come out of our shells to celebrate the Turtles in theaters.
TMNT Is Extending Its Re-Release In Theaters
The Film Will Continue On For A Few More Days
Fans who grew up on the 1990Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtlesare in luck as the film’s re-release in theaters is being extended. Initially, the film was going to return to theaters on August 17th and August 20th but three more days have been added to its run.
Fathom Entertainment has announced thatthe film will be in theaters for seven consecutive days from August 15th through August 21st. Considering how many people love the franchise, adding three days gives even more people the chance to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the classic.
When you add in theTurtles Unmaskedaspect featuring never-before-seen footage, this event is a must for any fan of the franchise.
