The Messy History of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2003)

Join us as we delve into the untold messy history of the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2003) series. Strap in for a nostalgic journey filled with hidden tales, dramatic shifts, and unexpected turns that shaped the beloved green heroes we all know and love.

From their humble comic book origins to the groundbreaking animated series of the '80s, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have captured the hearts of fans across generations. But in this deep dive, we'll focus specifically on the fascinating and often messy history of the 2003 adaptation.

Discover the vision behind the revitalization of the Turtles in the new millennium and the challenges faced by the creative team as they reinvented the franchise for a new era. From the Turtles' intense battles against old foes to the introduction of new allies and the exploration of darker themes, this retrospective will reignite your passion for these pizza-loving heroes.

Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the world of the Turtles, this video promises an entertaining and informative journey through the messy but incredible history of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2003).

So grab a slice of pizza, sit back, and join us on this epic adventure as we uncover the intriguing and untold story of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2003)!

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[MINI_]

2003 is by far my favorite incarnation of the TMNT.

[CapLives]

I absolutely LOVE the 2003 series. This is the TMNT I grew up with. Oddly enough, I never owned anything from the show. We only got toys on birthdays and Christmas. Fast Forward is certainly a misstep, even as a kid I didn't like it as much as the previous seasons. I hope we get new figures from this incredible show.

[endlessmike]

Wow this was great! I interned on the last few seasons and was Design Coordinator from Fast Forward to Turtles Forever!! It means so much when our version gets some love! The team was truly passionate about the Turtles!!

[mraaronhd]

2003 series was great. The episodes where Leo gets hurt, and the Foot attacks April’s apartment are fantastic.

[DJMicroNaught]

I was a kid that grew up with the 80s version, and by the time this version came out I was a too-cool-for-cartoons 17 year old... but when I heard there was a new TMNT cartoon coming out, I was so excited I stayed up all night so I wouldn't miss the premiere, and recorded it. LOVED it!

[Stumbo]

I loved this as a little kid! I went back and rewatched the entire thing a few years ago and not only did it hold up, it was even better than I remember! This TMNT series is the best we've gotten and will get, imo

[schtive]

To give Turtles Forever some credit, it did the multiverse thing before the start of the MCU. They were ahead of the curve on the multi-verse idea.

[Kriswixx]

Eastman and Laird black and white comics were brutal.
I remember opening up the first book and falling in love.

[gundambassexe]

My favorite version of the TMNT! 2003 TMNT! Its ninja time 🥷🥷🥷🥷🐢🐢🐢🐢🐢

[Sameeer_Saker]

My dad loved the 80's show, and we loved watching the 2003 show.
I remember the horror we had on our faces on the episode were Shredder revives Dr. Stockman as an BRAIN WITH AN EYE and he says "why you revived me? I was happy being dead". This show was awesome 😂

[OpinionParade]

2:32 "Move in silence"
My brain:
*"Guard against extra terrestrial violence!"*
The MIB theme song lives with me forever.

[WillKeaton]

I was always confused why 4Kids made this _Turtles_ show so very dark, when they cut out anything remotely objectionable from the anime they dubbed. "Don't move a muscle or we'll shoot you with our invisible guns!" Now I'm learning that it was Mirage who pushed for super dark, and 4Kids mostly went along but pushed back later on, which explains the tone of the _Fast Forward_ season.

[TimmehJay]

I first heard about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in 1985 from two girls in my college badminton class. Not many people get to say that sentence and it be true but I can.

[doshin]

Turtles Forever is one of the most underrated pieces of media in the franchise, I love it so much.

[gatorkid]

My first TMNT series!!! I am so glad this series is getting more love since it is such an underrated series due to the fact it not only had to live up to the 1987 series, but also because it was produced by 4Kids, a company well known for producing botched English dubs of Anime and toning down violence. But thanks to the animation and the mature subjects they tackle, it has definitely become one of the best TMNT animated series, in my opinion.

[eon]

I grew up the 90s, so the original run holds a place in my heart, but the 2003 was the perfect mix of the og comics grit, the 90s charm and some really cool fantasy ideas. I think the re-do of shredder's origin was genius.

[finndeets]

2003 is by far my favorite iteration of the Turtles. It was my entry into toy collecting, I guarantee I would not be a collector or photographer without it!!

[AngelPerez-tunk]

This is the show that introduced me to the TMNT. While it's no longer my favorite I still have a soft spot for it.
Man, wish it had had better luck, it deserve it.

[maximillianlylat]

I thank the 03 series for helping the franchise become a mainstay for several generations. The franchise easily couldve just been some obscure series from the 80s that failed to finish the 90s but it kept kicking. Also i love that the 03 series is based on the mirage universe even with some of its little oddities like the justice force

[christophergarrett]

I love this version. It's the version that made into a ninja turtles fan. I wish nick would do a bluray or dvd box set of the complete series.