Archive · 22 Aug 2025
TMNT 35th Anniversary Re-Release Extends Run, Sequel Planned
The original 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' movie from 1990 is back in theaters for its 35th birthday!
It made a lot of money in its first week, so it will be in theaters longer.
Because the first movie did so well, the second movie, 'Secret of the Ooze,' will also be re-released in 2026.
These turtle movies have made a lot of money over the years.
The re-release is the highest-grossing classic/repertory film for Fathom Entertainment in 2025.
The 1990 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' movie's 35th-anniversary re-release earned $3.3 million in its first week.
Due to the film's success, its theatrical run is extended for a second week.
Fathom Entertainment, Saga Arts, and Warner Bros. plan to re-release 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze' in March 2026.
The original film, directed by Steve Barron, signaled a major franchise opportunity.
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise has grossed $1.3 billion worldwide from seven movies.
- Who
- Fathom Entertainment, Saga Arts, and Warner Bros. are involved in the re-releases.
- What
- Re-release and extension of the theatrical run of the 1990 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' movie and the planned re-release of the sequel.
- When
- The original movie was re-released for its 35th anniversary, with a second week added, and the sequel will be re-released in March 2026.
- Where
- The re-release is in select theaters.
- Why
- Due to the success and enthusiasm surrounding the 35th-anniversary re-release of the original movie.
- Movie Title
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
- Re-release Earnings (First Week)
- $3.3 million
- Director (Original)
- Steve Barron
- Sequel Re-release
- Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze
- Sequel Re-release Year
- March 2026
- Franchise Worldwide Gross
- $1.3 billion