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TheTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT)is a popular media franchise that originated in the mid-1980s as a comic book series. Created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, the series follows the adventures of four anthropomorphic turtles named after Renaissance artists (Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael) trained in ninjutsu by their anthropomorphic rat sensei, Splinter. The turtles live in the sewers of New York City and fight against various villains, including their arch-nemesis, the Shredder.
While theTMNTfranchise has become a beloved cultural icon, many people are unaware of its origins in black culture. Various sources influenced Eastman and Laird, including comic books, movies, and Japanese culture. However, one of their biggest inspirations was the comics of the 1980s, which often featured violent and gritty stories unsuitable for children.
It’s official and canon that every memeber of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in their HUMAN FORMS are ALL BLACK TEENS!
Holy fuck I’m gonna go cry because at first they only showed Mikey and Donnie, but now Raph and Leo are too!! 😭😭😭😭❤️❤️pic.twitter.com/709HYd4YRt
— UzamakiJ (@UzamakiJ)August 21, 2025
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Human Forms Of TMNT Reveal Their Origin
The black and Puerto Rican communities inspired Eastman and Laird in New York City, where they lived at the time. Now, a comic crossover betweenTMNTandBoom Studios Power Rangershas revealed the human forms of theNinja Turtles.
Only Mickey and Donnie’s origins were revealed earlier, but now Leo and Raph’s origins have also been revealed. And unsurprisingly, all of them are black teens.
You all should have already known. But if you didn’t, it’s official nowhttps://t.co/g6DWEDPBSz
— K.I.D.Goggles (@KIDGoggles)July 16, 2025
https://twitter.com/lizzyberryxxx/status/1654026483357057024
Now THAT’S awesome. That’s how you do it right. 👌https://t.co/iDA2klRHz8
— Axryn (@LordOfSunChips)July 15, 2025
THESE DESIGNS ARE ALL SO CUTE FOR THEM OMGGGhttps://t.co/ZP6H6OV2cZ
— 🎵🌻 (@Alpal_ultimate)July 03, 2025
This is crazy. I have never thought of what they’d be if they were human but this is dopehttps://t.co/ptVZYrQZGi
— Cameron (@CSnowDoe)July 12, 2025
The idea of a crossover between theTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtlesandthe Power Rangershas been a topic of interest for fans of both franchises for many years. While there have been a few comic book crossovers between the two properties, a live-action movie featuring both teams has yet to materialize.
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A Fan Favorite Crossover For Ages
In the 2018Mighty Morphin Power Rangerscomic book series by BOOM! Studios, thePower Rangersteamed up with theNinja Turtlesto stop the evil Lord Drakkon from conquering both of their universes. This crossover was well-received by fans and critics alike, and it showcased the potential for a full-fledged crossover event.
In 2019, it was announced that a new comic book miniseries titledPower Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtleswould be released by BOOM! Studios. The series, written by Ryan Parrott and illustrated by Simone di Meo, saw thePower Rangersandthe Ninja Turtlesteam up to face a new threat that threatens both worlds. The miniseries was praised for its action-packed storyline, dynamic artwork, and faithful representation of both franchises.
While no official plans have been announced for a live-action crossover between theTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtlesand thePower Rangers, fans continue to speculate and hope for such an event. Both franchises have proven to have enduring popularity and a loyal fanbase, making a crossover between them a potentially lucrative and entertaining venture.
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