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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is a 2023 American animated superhero comedy film based on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles characters created by Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is a 2023 American animated superhero comedy film based on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles characters created by Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman. Directed by Jeff Rowe, it is a reboot of the film series and follows the four Turtle brothers as they try to gain acceptance in New York City with help from April O’Neil.

Plot

The story follows the four Turtle brothers after years of being sheltered from the human world. They try to prove themselves to New Yorkers and are drawn into a conflict involving April O’Neil, a crime syndicate, and other mutants.

Production

The film was directed by Jeff Rowe and co-written with Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Dan Hernandez, and Benji Samit. It was produced by Paramount Pictures as a new take on the franchise rather than a continuation of previous film continuity.

Voice cast

The main cast features Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Nicolas Cantu, and Brady Noon as the four Turtles. Other major voice actors include Ayo Edebiri as April O’Neil, Jackie Chan as Splinter, Ice Cube as Superfly, and Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, John Cena, Paul Rudd, and Maya Rudolph in supporting roles.

Release

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem premiered at Annecy on June 12, 2023, and was released in the United States on August 2, 2023. It was later made available for streaming on September 1, 2023.

Key facts

  • The film is a reboot of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film series.
  • It features the Turtle brothers trying to win the acceptance of New Yorkers.
  • April O’Neil helps the Turtles confront a mysterious crime syndicate and mutant threats.
  • The voice cast includes Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Nicolas Cantu, Brady Noon, Ayo Edebiri, Jackie Chan, Ice Cube, Seth Rogen, Rose Byrne, John Cena, Paul Rudd, and Maya Rudolph.
  • The film premiered in June 2023 and opened theatrically in the United States on August 2, 2023.
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Canadian context

The film was released in Canadian theatres in 2023 and is part of a long-running franchise with a large audience in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of film is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem?
It is a 2023 American animated superhero comedy film and a reboot of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film series.
Who directed Mutant Mayhem?
The film was directed by Jeff Rowe.
When was it released in the United States?
It opened in U.S. theatres on August 2, 2023.
Who voices April O’Neil?
April O’Neil is voiced by Ayo Edebiri.
What is the film’s rating?
It is rated PG.

References

  1. Paramount Pictureshttps://www.paramountpictures.com/movies/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-mutant-mayhem
    Supports: Official synopsis describing the premise and April O’Neil’s role.
  2. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Teenage_Mutant_Ninja_Turtles:_Mutant_Mayhem
    Supports: Release date, director, reboot status, genre, cast, and production details.
  3. Rotten Tomatoeshttps://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/teenage_mutant_ninja_turtles_mutant_mayhem
    Supports: Release date, rating, runtime, genre, and box office information.
  4. Common Sense Mediahttps://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-mutant-mayhem
    Supports: Cast, director, runtime, MPAA rating, and thematic description.
  5. Netflixhttps://www.netflix.com/title/81670527
    Supports: Basic film description and principal cast listing.