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Get ready to revisit some old memories, because one of the ’80s most cherished animated series is set to stream for free this weekend! Although numerous revivals and adaptations have emerged since then, the original 1987 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles continues to be a fan favorite. The story of these half-shell heroes resonates as parents who still adore their adventures try to share the exciting tale of the mutant ninjas with their children.

Originating from the comic book by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, yet adapted for a more light-hearted audience, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” made its debut in the year 1987. The voice cast includes Cam Clarke as Leonardo, Barry Gordon as Donatello, Rob Paulsen as Raphael, Townsend Coleman as Michelangelo, Renae Jacobs as April O’Neil, and James Avery as Shredder. Get ready to yell “cowabunga!” from the comfort of your home, as “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” is about to stream for free on a specific platform starting June 1.

Delving into the adventures of the title characters – mutant ninja turtles – as they transitioned from their underground lair to combat crime in New York City, the television series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles spanned an impressive 10 seasons. Many episodes achieved a perfect score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, demonstrating its popularity and critical acclaim. This influential IP gave birth to action figures, breakfast cereals, toys, and numerous other merchandise over the years. With the passage of time, it’s now an opportunity for those who grew up with this series to don a colorful bandana (preferably with eyeholes) and relish in the nostalgic joy brought on by the memorable opening theme song.

The Turtles Returned to the Big Screen With 2023’s ‘Mutant Mayhem’

From the initial appearance of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in the 1980s, the franchise has expanded far more than anyone could have anticipated. It has led to live-action adaptations and numerous animated series, with the most recent portrayal of our turtle heroes being in the highly praised animated movie “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem,” which premiered in cinemas in 2023.

In the directorial debut of Jeff Rowe, who also co-directed with Kyler Spears and penned the script alongside Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Dan Hernandez, and Benji Samit, the animated film Mutant Mayhem features real-life teenagers as the primary characters. The Ninja Turtles are given voices by Nicolas Cantu from The Walking Dead: World Beyond, Micah Abbey from Meet the Voxels, Shamon Brown Jr. from The Chi, and Brady Noon from The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers.

In the action-packed adventure of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, I found myself teaming up with an extraordinary group of characters. Jackie Chan took on the role of my sensei, Master Splinter, while Ayo Edebiri became April O’Neil. Seth Rogen brought Bebop to life, John Cena stepped into the boots of Rocksteady, Hannibal Buress gave voice to Genghis Frog, Rose Byrne took on Leatherhead, Ice Cube voiced Superfly, Post Malone was Ray Fillet, Paul Rudd became Mondo Gecko, Maya Rudolph joined as Cynthia Utrom, Natasia Demetriou played Wingnut, and Giancarlo Esposito took the part of Baxter Stockman.

With overwhelming praise (earning 95% on Rotten Tomatoes) and positive reception, a follow-up to the popular movie “Mutant Mayhem” is currently being developed. In addition to animation, a live-action reboot and an R-rated adaptation of Kevin Eastman and Tom Waltz’s comic “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin” are said to be underway outside the realm of animation.

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2025-05-30 16:34