Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014)
The iconic shell-clad heroes get a big-budget reboot, battling a ruthless kingpin beneath the streets of New York City.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Movie Information
- Original Title: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
- Release Year: 2014
- Directed by: Jonathan Liebesman
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure, Comedy
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 41m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): August 7, 2014 (Singapore - PG), August 8, 2014 (United States - PG-13), August 8, 2014 (Canada - PG), October 17, 2014 (United Kingdom - 12A), October 16, 2014 (Germany - 12), October 15, 2014 (France - TP), September 11, 2014 (Australia - M), August 14, 2014 (Brazil - 12), August 8, 2014 (Mexico - A), September 18, 2014 (Italy - T), August 29, 2014 (Spain - 7), August 28, 2014 (South Korea - 12)
- Alternative Titles: Nindža kornjače (RS), เต่านินจา 1 (TH), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Remake I (US), Las tortugas ninja (ES), 닌자 터틀 (KR), Tortugas Ninja (MX), 忍者龟：变种新任务 (HK), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1 (CA)
- Production Companies: Nickelodeon Movies, Paramount Pictures, Platinum Dunes, Mirage Studios, Gama Entertainment Partners, Mednick Productions, Heavy Metal
- Production Countries: United States of America
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Plot
When a kingpin threatens New York City, a group of mutated turtle warriors must emerge from the shadows to protect their home.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the heroes in a half shell in action:
Mysterious. Dangerous. Reptilious. You've never seen heroes like this.
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Jonathan Liebesman
Main Cast
- Pete Ploszek
- Alan Ritchson
- Jeremy Howard
- Noel Fisher
- Megan Fox
- Will Arnett
- William Fichtner
- Danny Woodburn
- Johnny Knoxville
- Tony Shalhoub
Writers
- Evan Daugherty
- Josh Appelbaum
- André Nemec
Producers
- Andrew Form
- Michael Bay
- Scott Mednick
- Brad Fuller
- Galen Walker
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - FAQs
Is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2014 based on comics?
Yes. The 2014 film is based on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles characters created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, who first appeared in Mirage Studios comics in 1984. The movie reimagines their origin story, connecting April O'Neil more directly to the turtles' mutation.
Where can you stream Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2014?
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014) is available on Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, and Paramount+ Amazon Channel as part of a subscription. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home, or watched free on Hoopla.
Who plays the four turtles in the 2014 film?
Pete Ploszek and Johnny Knoxville share the role of Leonardo, Alan Ritchson plays Raphael, Jeremy Howard portrays Donatello, and Noel Fisher brings Michelangelo to life. Tony Shalhoub voices their sensei Splinter, while Danny Woodburn provides the physical performance.
Why does April O'Neil know the turtles in this version?
In this 2014 reboot, April O'Neil has a personal connection to the turtles because her father worked on the same scientific experiment that mutated them. This origin change was controversial among fans but serves as a central plot device linking Megan Fox's character to the turtles' backstory.
What is the age rating for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2014?
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014) is rated PG-13 in the United States, making it suitable for teenagers and adults. In other regions, it carries a PG rating in Canada and Singapore, a 12A in the United Kingdom, and a 12 in Germany.
How long is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2014?
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014) has a runtime of 1 hour and 41 minutes (101 minutes). It is a relatively brisk superhero action film that moves quickly through its origin story setup, action sequences, and climactic confrontation with the Shredder.
How was the 2014 Ninja Turtles film received by critics?
The 2014 reboot received mixed-to-negative reviews from critics, who criticized its script and tonal inconsistencies, though some praised the action sequences and the turtles' distinct personalities. Despite poor critical reception, it was a commercial success, grossing over $485 million worldwide against a $125 million budget.
Is there a sequel to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2014?
Yes. The 2014 film was followed by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows in 2016, which brought back the core cast including Megan Fox and Will Arnett and introduced fan-favorite characters Bebop, Rocksteady, and Krang to the big screen.
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