TMNT 35th Anniversary: Rereleases, Merch, and 2027 Animated Sequel

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are melding nostalgia with new-market momentum this year, as theaters extend 35th‑ anniversary rereleases of the original live-action film and its 1991 sequel, and the franchise rolls out fresh merchandise and a high-profile animated sequel on the horizon. The resurgence is being driven by renewed theater attention, a strong merchandising push, and a continuing expansion into new media, including an upcoming Mutant Mayhem follow-up due in September 2027.

Fathom Entertainment has extended its rerelease run of the 1990 TMNT film for a third time, adding another week of play as fans continue to turn out to see the costumed heroes on the big screen. The studio reported that the weekend returned with box office traction in the mid-range millions, signaling sustained demand for the title's 35th anniversary celebration. The company confirmed plans to bring back the 1991 sequel, The Secret of the Ooze, to theaters in March 2026, as part of the same anniversary slate. The initiative has proved especially impactful for Fathom, which has described the early engagement as the highest-grossing 2025 classic repertory title in its catalog, with more than three...