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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2 Release Pushed to 2027

2/21/2026

Summary

Story summary

Paramount Pictures moved the release date for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 to August 13, 2027, from September 17.
Jeff Rowe directs the sequel, with Kyler Spears and Yashar Kassai as co-directors.
The 2023 film grossed nearly $182 million worldwide, which contributed to the franchise's $1.35 billion box office total.
Paramount plans Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles products and experiences, including a hybrid film set for 2028 and themed restaurants.

History

Historical Context

The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise began with the release of the original film in 1990, which grossed over $135 million. Created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, the franchise has since expanded to include seven films, generating approximately $1.35 billion in total box office revenue. This trend highlights Hollywood's increasing reliance on established intellectual properties for financial success.

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Story summary

Paramount Pictures moved the release date for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 to August 13, 2027, from September 17.
Jeff Rowe directs the sequel, with Kyler Spears and Yashar Kassai as co-directors.
The 2023 film grossed nearly $182 million worldwide, which contributed to the franchise's $1.35 billion box office total.
Paramount plans Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles products and experiences, including a hybrid film set for 2028 and themed restaurants.

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