Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2018)

A bold reimagining of the legendary heroes in a half shell, packed with mystic powers, hidden cities, and non-stop pizza-fueled chaos.

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Series Information

  • Original Title: Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
  • First Air Year: 2018
  • Last Air Year: 2020
  • Created by: Ant Ward, Andy Suriano
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Family
  • Content Rating (US): TV-Y7
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 17 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 2
  • Number of Episodes: 70
  • Status: Canceled
  • Original Language: English
  • Spoken Languages: English, Arabic
  • First Air Date: July 20, 2018 (United States - TV-Y7), July 20, 2018 (Canada - C8), July 20, 2018 (Germany - 6), July 20, 2018 (India - U), July 20, 2018 (Brazil - 10), July 20, 2018 (Mexico - AA), July 20, 2018 (Italy - T), July 20, 2018 (South Korea - 7)
  • Networks: Nickelodeon, Nicktoons
  • Alternative Titles: Rise of the TMNT (US), 忍者龟 风云再起 (CN)
  • Production Companies: Flying Bark Productions, Nickelodeon Animation Studio
  • Production Countries: United States of America

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Plot

Rise up! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles get an all-new look, new weapons, and awesome new powers! Join the legendary heroes, Raph, Leo, Donnie and Mikey as these brothers discover a Hidden City beneath New York, learn amazing mystic ninja skills, battle absurd mutants… and always find time for a slice of their favorite pizza! Cowabunga!

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Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Ant Ward
  • Andy Suriano

Main Cast

  • Josh Brener
  • Ben Schwartz
  • Omar Benson Miller
  • Brandon Mychal Smith
  • Eric Bauza
  • Kat Graham
  • John Cena
  • Thurop Van Orman
  • Zelda Williams
  • John Lydon

Writers

  • Russ Carney
  • Ron Corcillo
  • Ian Busch
  • Jesse Gordon
  • Dale Malinowski

Executive Producers

  • Ant Ward
  • Andy Suriano

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - FAQs

Where can you stream Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is available to stream on Netflix and Paramount Plus (including Premium, Essential, Apple TV Channel, Amazon Channel, and Roku Premium Channel tiers). It can also be purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home.

Why was Rise of the TMNT cancelled after two seasons?

Nickelodeon cancelled Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles after two seasons in 2020. While no official reason was publicly confirmed, the network shifted focus toward new TMNT projects. A follow-up Netflix film, Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie, was released in 2022 to wrap up the story.

Is there a Rise of the TMNT movie continuation?

Yes. Following the series cancellation, Netflix released Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie in August 2022. The film reunites the original voice cast and continues the story, giving fans a proper conclusion to the series' unresolved storylines and mystic-powered adventures.

Who voices the turtles in Rise of the TMNT?

The four turtles are voiced by Ben Schwartz as Leonardo, Josh Brener as Donatello, Omar Benson Miller as Raphael, and Brandon Mychal Smith as Michelangelo. Eric Bauza voices Splinter and Kat Graham voices April O'Neil, with John Cena voicing the villain Baron Draxum.

What is Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles about?

The series reimagines the classic TMNT mythology with new weapons, mystic ninja powers, and redesigned characters. Brothers Raph, Leo, Donnie, and Mikey uncover a Hidden City beneath New York, face bizarre mutant villains, and balance epic battles with humor and brotherly chaos — all while enjoying plenty of pizza.

How many episodes does Rise of the TMNT have?

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ran for 2 seasons and a total of 70 episodes. Season 1 comprised 46 episodes and Season 2 contained 24 episodes. Each episode runs approximately 17 minutes, making the series easy to binge in short viewing sessions.

What is the content rating for Rise of the TMNT?

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles carries a TV-Y7 rating in the United States, indicating it is suitable for children aged 7 and older. The series features cartoon action and mild comic peril but is designed as family-friendly entertainment appropriate for younger audiences.

How was Rise of the TMNT received by critics and fans?

The series received a generally positive reception, praised for its bold visual style, fast-paced humor, and fresh take on the TMNT mythology. Some longtime fans initially resisted the redesigns, but many warmed to the show's energetic tone. The follow-up Netflix film earned strong reviews and renewed appreciation for the series.

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