Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie

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Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie

2022

1h 22m

Kids & Family

Comedy

Adventure

Animation

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Continuing the tale from the hit Nickelodeon series, Raphael, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Donatello are back in action and up to their teenage antics in this comedic adventure that raises the stakes higher than ever before. The Turtles are put to the test when a mysterious stranger named Casey Jones arrives from the future to warn the mutant brothers of an impending invasionof the most dangerous alien force in the galaxy -- the Krang! Can the team rise up to become the heroes they are destined to be, or will their teenage foibles get the better of them? What unfolds is the most adventurous, emotional, and epic story ever told of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

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Michael Nordine

Variety

While unlikely to bring any nostalgia-minded fans of the series’ early-’90s heyday back into the fold, “Rise” is a serviceable — if also forgettable — entry in the cowabunga canon.

Aug 5, 2022

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Claire Shaffer

New York Times

“Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie” won’t convert any new fans to the heroes in a half-shell, unless they’re under the age of 10. Still, it may pleasantly surprise parents looking for an afternoon cartoon movie to watch with their kids.

Aug 4, 2022

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Pramit Chatterjee

Digital Mafia Talkies

Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles The Movie is one of the best action films of the year and although it’s not a genre but a medium, it’s one of the best animated films of the year.

Rated: 5/5

Jul 20, 2023

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Ayeen Forootan

In Review Online

This latest Ninja Turtles product is a narratively lazy and formally chaotic bit of empty IP.

Aug 23, 2022

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Andre Meadows

Black Nerd Comedy

The animation and Rise of the TMNT is glorious.

Aug 19, 2022

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Peter Canavese

Groucho Reviews

An animated action comedy with postmodern gags and which trusts the ability of kids to keep up with more winding plots and sophisticated jokes.

Rated: 2.5/4

Aug 19, 2022

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Morgan L

This movie is the perfect example of a good animated character. Leo now being the leader of the turtles leads to an interesting international conflict shown through facial expressions and actions that carry a lot of the movie. The plot itself is amazing. Every event and moment builds the characters. There is never a dull moment in this movie because something is always happening that is important to either the plot or the growth of the characters.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/07/25

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Namratha T

to be honest, it's an amazing and entertaining movie, although most of the reviews are saying its not for kids. It's not, it's more for teens and young adults. It may not follow the nostagic lore of the OG but i think its pretty good.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/03/25

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Dominic C

I'm not watching the show, but this film rocked

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/17/25

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Angel R

Don't be fooled by the haters! This movie, and the show it came from, is downright excellent! A great starting point and a great movie for animation fans, TMNT fans, and non TMNT fans. First, the animation. Not only is the style unique, but it is buttery smooth, wonderfully expressive, and has some fantastically choreographed action scenes. The backgrounds are stellar, the lighting is amazing, and characters make excellent use of their designs. Raph has weight and presence whenever he's on screen. Leo is light on his feet, quick witted, clever, and equal parts lethal and restrained in his sword strikes. Donnie is an intellectual, witty, and atomic force to be reckoned with, and Mikey is spry yet powerful, deadly, and downright mystifying. Without spoilers the movie has some amazing character moments, tons of personality. You can tell these are characters that have known and loved each other their whole lives. It will make you laugh, cry, hold on to the edge of your seat. This movie should have gone to theaters. If you've never tried TMNT before, if you love animation, or if you're an anime fan, this is the movie for you! Don't listen to all the Debbie downers about Rise of the TMNT. It is awesome and it deserves a chance! And any hard core hand drawn animation fan or future animator deserves to see this show.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/01/24

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Estevan G

Rise is one of the worst use of the TMNT IP ever.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

10/28/24

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Null S

Perfect turtle action for all ages!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/21/24

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Andy Suriano

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Ben Schwartz

Leo

Omar Miller

Ralph

Brandon Smith

Mikey

Josh Brener

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Continuing the tale from the hit Nickelodeon series, Raphael, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Donatello are back in action and up to their teenage antics in this comedic adventure that raises the stakes higher than ever before. The Turtles are put to the test when a mysterious stranger named Casey Jones arrives from the future to warn the mutant brothers of an impending invasionof the most dangerous alien force in the galaxy -- the Krang! Can the team rise up to become the heroes they are destined to be, or will their teenage foibles get the better of them? What unfolds is the most adventurous, emotional, and epic story ever told of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Director: Ant Ward, Andy Suriano
Producer: Mark Mertens, Andy Suriano
Screenwriter: Tony Gama-Lobo, Rebecca May
Production Co: Nickelodeon Animation
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy, Adventure, Animation
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 5, 2022
Runtime: 1h 22m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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