Turtle Power is back: Here’s What’s New in 2025

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise is showing no signs of slowing down. After the success of Mutant Mayhem (2023), Paramount and Nickelodeon have gone full throttle with new movies, shows, and games.
Form fresh storytelling in Tale of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to a darker live action The Last Ronin, fans are getting the best of the worlds – fun, teen energy chaos and serious, gritty depth.
Big Screen Action: TMNT Movies in the Works
The much awaited sequel to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem has been officially delayed form October 2026 to September 17, 2027.
The delay hints at deeper development – likely to expand the world and refine animation quality.
Expected tone: Continuation of the colourful, youth vibe of Mutant Mayhem with stronger emotional arcs and igger villains.
Chrome Alone 2 – Lost in New Jersey
A brand new short film set in the mutant mayhem universe is arriving soon. It will debut December 19, 2025, Alongside The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.
It’s Said to mix comedy and adventure as the Turtles face chaos in New Jersey – a fun side story for fans before the sequel drops.
The Last Ronin – Live Action Adaptation
Paramount has confirmed a live action adaptation of The Last Ronin, one of the darkest and most emotional TMNT stories ever told.
Set in a Dystopian future, it follows the last surviving Turtle on a mission of vengeance.
While on cast or release date has been announced, early buzz suggests this could be TMNT’s Logan style film – raw, mature, and powerful.
Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – The Show Everyone’s Talking About
What’s the Series About
This 2D-animated series bridges the gap between Mutant Mayhem and its sequel. it focuses on the brother exploring their identities, Friendships, and personal challenges – all while fighting off mutant villains.
- Streaming: Paramount+
- Season 1: Premiered august 2024
- season 2: coming December 2025
Returning Cast
- Micah Abbey – Donatello
- Shamon BRown Jr. – Michelangelo
- Nicolas Cantu – Leonardo
- Brady Noon – Raphael
- Ayo Edebiri – April O’Nell
Produced by Nichelodeon Animation and Point Grey Pictures, this series has already gained praise for its humour, art style, and character depth.
Comics & Lore Expansions
The TMNT universe in print is just as alive:
- New Creative Team – Gene Luen Yang and Freddie E. Williams II take over the main TMNT comic line.
- Tales of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Comic – Three issue tie in to the Paramount+ series.
- The last Ronin Universe – Expanding through Lost Years Spinoff and follow-ups exploring the darker side of TMNT canon.
TMNT in Games
Splintered Fate
A huge free content Update launched in September 2025, With a new paid DLC introducing Metalhead as a playable character.
Other Games like TMNT: legends also received improvements, and there’s even a call of duty: black ops 6 TMNT crossover event in discussion.
What to Watch Next
| Year | project | platform / Release | Notes |
| Dec 2025 | Tales of TMNT Season 2 | Paramount+ | Bridges Mutant Mayhem & Sequel |
| Dec 19, 2025 | Chrome Alone 2 – lost in New Jersey | Theatrical + paramount | Fun side story |
| Sept 17, 2027 | Mutant mayhem 2 | Theatrical | Main sequel |
| TBD | The last Ronin | In Development | Live action – film |
| Ongoing | Comics & Games | Multi – Platform | Continuous releases |
Challenges & Loopholes to watch
- Release Delays:- With Mutant Mayhem 2 already pushed back, more timeline shift could happen.
- Tone Balance:- Blending the light hearted Tales tone with the darker Last Ronin id tricky.
- Canon Confusion:- Multiple overlapping timelines may confuse casual fans.
- Market Fatigue:- Too many overlapping TMNT projects might dilute excitement.
Final Thought
The Teenage mutant Ninja Turtles are entering a new golden age – with something for every kind of fan.
Whether you’re here for the humour of mutant Mayhem, the emotional grit of the last ronin, or the nostalgic energy of the paramount+ series, 2025-2027 is shaping up to be TMNT’s boldest era yet.
FAQs
What is the next Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie coming out?
The next TMNT movie is Mutant Mayhem 2, the sequel to 2023’s Mutant Mayhem. It was originally set for 2026 but has been delayed to September 17, 2027.
When will Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Season 2 release?
Season 2 of Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is scheduled for December 2025 on Paramount+, continuing the story from Season 1 and linking to the upcoming film.
What is The Last Ronin and when is it coming out?
The Last Ronin is a darker TMNT story set in a future where only one Turtle survives. A live-action version is currently in development by Paramount, with release details yet to be announced.
Is there a new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles short film?
Yes. A short film titled Chrome Alone 2 – Lost in New Jersey from the Mutant Mayhem universe will hit theaters on December 19, 2025, alongside The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants.
Are there new TMNT games or comics in 2025?
Yes! The TMNT: Splintered Fate game just received a major content update and new DLC, while the comics now have a new creative team and expanding stories like The Last Ronin: Lost Years.
Where can I watch all the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles shows?
All the latest TMNT animated content, including Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, streams exclusively on Paramount+ worldwide.
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