How to Watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movies and TV Shows in Order
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) franchise is a beloved action comedy series that has spanned several decades, encompassing movies, TV shows, and various forms of media. Here’s a comprehensive guide to watch all the TMNT movies and TV shows in the right order and where to stream them in India!
How to watch the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movies in chronological order
There are many ways of going about the many TMNT movies and shows. Here’s a look at them all.
Original animated series:
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1987-1996)
The original animated series, which aired from 1987 to 1996, is where it all began. This show introduced audiences to Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael, and their battle against the nefarious Shredder and his Foot Clan. Start with this series to understand the classic TMNT characters and their origins.
1990s movies:
Following the success of the original animated series, the first live-action film was released in 1990. This movie blends action and humor, following the turtles as they fight crime and battle the Foot Clan in New York City.
The Secret of the Ooze continues the turtles’ fight against Shredder and introduces new villains, Tokka and Rahzar.
In this third installment, the turtles travel back in time to feudal Japan, where they must help a samurai defeat an evil warlord.
2000s animated reboot:
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2003-2009)
TMNT (2007)
The 2003 animated series is a reboot that offers a darker, more mature take on the turtles. This series revisits the original TMNT stories while introducing new characters and plotlines.
The 2007 CGI-animated film, TMNT, serves as a standalone story set in the universe of the 2003 series.
2012 series:
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2012)
A 2012 animated reboot for Nickelodeon successfully ran for five seasons, rewriting the turtles’ origins with a fluid 3D-animated style.
2010s reboot films:
The 2014 live-action reboot, directed by Jonathan Liebesman, reintroduces the turtles with a modern twist. The film delves into the turtles' origins, their battle against Shredder, and the threat of the Foot Clan.
A sequel to the 2014 film, Out of the Shadows continues the story with the turtles battling new villains, including Bebop and Rocksteady.
Rise franchise:
Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2018-2020)
The 2018 reboot of the series presents a new and unique take on the turtles, with a focus on fantasy elements and a different animation style. This show explores alternative dimensions and mystical artifacts, offering a fresh perspective on the TMNT universe. It’s worth watching for fans interested in the latest incarnation of the turtles.
The series also spawned a 2022 movie on Netflix that united the turtled with the fan-favorite vigilante Casey Jones.
2020s reboot series:
Mutant Mayhem is the most recent film entry into the TMNT franchise. This 2023 animated film offers a new, stylized take on the turtles, emphasizing both their heroic and comedic aspects. Rebooting the series yet again, the film was followed by a series called Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. More animated sequels are to be expected within this franchise.
Fortunately, the release order of the franchise is the same as chronological order. The list below shows you how and where you can stream, buy or rent all these movies and TV shows on streaming platforms in India.
