Watch Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation

TV-Y7
1997
1 Season
4.3 (1,783)

Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation is a live-action television series that aired on Fox Kids from 1997 to 1998. This show is based on the popular Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic book series and features new characters and storylines that were not present in the original source material.

The series focuses on the adventures of the four turtles, named after Renaissance artists, Leonardo (Kirby Morrow), Michelangelo (Matt Hill), Donatello (Jason Gray-Stanford), and Raphael (Michael Dobson). In this iteration of the Turtles, a fifth mutant named Venus de Milo (Lalainia Lindbjerg) is introduced, who was also trained in the art of ninjitsu by Master Splinter (Stephen Mendel).

The main antagonist of this series is a modified version of the Shredder named Dragonlord (also played by Michael Dobson), who seeks to take over the world with his army of mutated creatures. Dragonlord's minions include creatures like giant scorpions, fish men, and even a mechanical dragon.

Along with the main characters, other recurring characters include the news reporter April O'Neil (Marnie McPhail), police officer Lieutenant Dregg (Garry Chalk), and the scientist Dr. Quease (Chris Gaze).

The show was known for its use of practical effects and puppetry to bring the turtles to life. Instead of using costumes or computer graphics, the turtles were portrayed by animatronic puppets controlled by puppeteers.

The series was also notable for its mature themes and darker tone compared to previous iterations of the Turtles. The show featured characters being killed or severely injured, and also included elements of betrayal and moral ambiguity.

The show only lasted one season and had a total of 26 episodes. Despite this, Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation gained a cult following and was beloved by some fans for its unique take on the Turtles franchise.

Overall, Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation was a departure from previous adaptations of the Turtles, but still managed to capture the essence of the beloved characters while introducing new elements to the mythology. Fans of the franchise and newcomers alike can enjoy this live-action series and its take on the classic heroes in a half shell.

Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (26 episodes). The series first aired on September 12, 1997.

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Seasons

26. Who Needs Her

May 15, 1998

When Venus accidentally traps someone in a forcefield, they begin to question her value to the team, recounting her numerous mistakes in the past.

25. Unchain My Heart: Part 4

March 13, 1998

With the Turtles being held hostage by Bonesteel, it's up to Splinter and Venus to defeat the vampires once and for all.

24. Unchain My Heart: Part 3

February 20, 1998

Bonesteel is sick and tired of the immortal bloodsuckers getting in the way of his efforts to capture the Turtles.

23. Unchain My Heart: Part 2

February 27, 1998

Raphael and the Turtles go against the wishes of Venus and Splinter and return Vam Mi's heart. Yet the vampires are determined to destroy Venus.

22. Unchain My Heart: Part 1

February 20, 1998

While the Turtles are busy evading Bonesteel, an old enemy of Chung I's arrives in New York to destroy Chung I's former student: Venus.

21. Like Brothers

April 24, 1998

The continuing conflict between Raphael and Donatello comes to a head... again. This time, however, Mike and Leonardo get dragged into it.

20. The Guest

May 4, 1998

When his apartment burns down, Splinter's chess opponent moves in with the Turtles for a few days.

19. The Good Dragon

May 12, 1998

When Venus's life is saved by one of the Dragon Lord's Rank warriors, the Turtles are forced to re-examine their views on dragons.

18. King Wick

April 23, 1998

When an alchemy accident gives Wick telekinetic powers, he not only uses it over the Dragon Lord, but he puts the Ninja Turtles to the test too!

17. Enemy of My Enemy

May 14, 1998

When the Turtles stumble upon a man being attacked by dragons in Central Park, they are shocked to learn they've rescued someone from their past!

16. Going Ape

April 27, 1998

Raphael is enjoying one of his favorite pastimes -- harassing crazed poacher Simon Bonesteel -- when a platoon of Rank warriors join in the game.

15. Sewer Crash

May 13, 1998

As Donatello is scanning the Web for information, someone breaks into his computer and sends him a coded message -- one that reprograms Donny's brain!

14. Truce or Consequence

December 12, 1997

The dragons are tired of Dragon Lord's oppressive regime, and want to help the Turtles send him back into the mirror. Are they for real?

13. Mutant Reflections

April 6, 1998

Our heroes have a hard time sorting out who's who when their evil counterparts start popping up everywhere -- and they all look like the Turtles.

12. Turtles Night Out

November 7, 1997

After an encounter with Bonesteel, Mikey comes up with an idea -- an all-night rave for animal rights where everybody dresses as their favorite beast.

11. Windfall

November 21, 1997

When Michaelangelo finds a winning lottery ticket, he thinks his sewer days are over. But the others have already dreamt of ways to spend the money!

10. Trusting Dr. Quease

May 11, 1998

When Dragon Lord and Dr. Quease have an argument, Quease propositions Donatello, because he thinks they should work together.

9. All in the Family

October 24, 1997

While on an early-morning sewer jog, the Turtles discover a rare baby Turtle in the underground storage house of crazy poacher Simon Bonesteel.

8. Meet Dr. Quease

November 14, 1997

One of Donatello's biggest idols in the world of science, Dr. Quease, is kidnapped by the dragons.

7. Silver and Gold

October 31, 1997

When a series of high-profile bank robberies ravage New York City, the Turtles choose not to get involved right away.

6. The Staff of Bu-Ki

October 17, 1997

Dragon Lord reaches through the time warp to steal the Staff of Bu-Ki, an ancient relic with the power to destroy any and all shinobi spell-casters.

5. East Meets West: Part 5

October 10, 1997

Donatello and Venus have very different ideas regarding how to neutralize the Serum of Invincibility.

4. East Meets West: Part 4

October 3, 1997

The Turtles barely escaped the last time they were confronted by Dragon Lord. Now their nemesis has stolen the coveted Serum of Invincibility!

3. East Meets West: Part 3

September 26, 1997

Venus leads the Turtles in meditation to help Splinter escape from his dream state, after which they practice martial arts to enter the Dream Realm.

2. East Meets West: Part 2

September 19, 1997

Venus De Milo arrives in New York and introduces herself to the Turtles. Then she reveals that she too was dropped into the toxic sludge at birth.

1. East Meets West: Part 1

September 12, 1997

Vowing to stop Dragon Lord, Shredder's evil successor, wise Master Chung tells his daughter that she must join the Ninja Turtles to save humankind.

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Where to Watch Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation

Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation is available for streaming on the FOX website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation on demand at Netflix, Amazon and Apple TV.