Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

Raised in the shadows, four turtle brothers decide to step out into New York City to try being teenagers the way humans see them, earning acceptance by performing heroic deeds. With April O'Neil as an unexpected ally, they set out to prove their worth to a skeptical public while investigating a shadowy crime syndicate. Their plan starts simple but escalates when a wave of new mutants appears, forcing the group to rethink what being a hero really means. The story keeps the focus on camaraderie, humor, and action, avoiding major twists in order to let the characters and their relationships drive the momentum.

Released in 2023, this animated action comedy draws on the original creators Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman, with Seth Rogen listed among the creative team. The voice cast includes Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Nicolas Cantu, Brady Noon, and Ayo Edebiri, giving the film a youthful, ensemble energy.

The film received attention during awards season from animation and critics groups, earning nominations and citations that highlighted its visual approach and vocal performances. Specific wins varied across festivals and guilds, reflecting industry appreciation for certain technical and performance elements.

Critics and audiences gave the movie generally positive marks, reflected in a 7.2/10 average from over 1,500 votes. Reviews tended to praise its fast pace, humor, and emphasis on family and identity, while noting that it mixes action and teen comedy in a way that keeps things light and lively rather than heavy.

Culturally, the movie helped refresh the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles for a younger generation, with its bold, comic-book influenced animation and upbeat soundtrack standing out. It sparked conversation online about its stylistic choices and modernized take on adolescence, and it prompted renewed interest in the franchise from fans who grew up with earlier incarnations as well as newcomers discovering the characters for the first time.