Mutant Mayhem *Perfected* the TEENS of TMNT 

Perfectly captures the feeling of being teen with angst and anxiety, simply trying to fit in despite their faults.

The episode from the 2003 series where Leo comes back beaten and broken after trying to fight Shredder's Elite Foot clan members on his own is one of my earliest memories of feeling genuine dread and fear for a fictional character. And then immediately after that, having the Foot clan attack April's place and force the Turtles to escape the city did such a great job of building up the Foot clan as a threat. One of my favourite moments from all the shows I watched as a kid.

Maybe not my favorite part of the entire franchise, but I absolutely adored Splinter's action scene in Mutant Mayhem. It felt like it was acted by Jackie in his prime, which leads me to believe it was either choreographed by him or people who love him.

My personal favorite moment in the entire franchise is probably the duel between Raph and Leo in TMNT (2007), I’ve always had a soft spot for that movie despite its flaws. I always found their conflict the best part of the film, the fight choreography is solid, and North’s and Taylor’s performances really stand out!

My favorite TMNT moment is from Splinters death in the 2012 series. I know it’s talked about a lot, but I love how they genuinely played the scene straight, no jokes, no funny one liners, just a true emotionally raw scene. And Michelangelo’s reaction was devastating.

My favorite TMNT moment was in the first live action movie when Splinter talks to Raphael about his anger. As a kid, I had pretty bad anger issues and would lash out. So seeing a father figure like character actually talk to his son about his anger really resonated with me.

Leonardo learning how to be a good leader in rise of the tmnt movie. His arc in that film overall was really satisfying. And watching his growth come together towards the end of the movie felt like a great payoff.

My favourite moment comes from 2012 when Leo goes to take the Stealth Bike with Raph saying “the stealth bikes my thing” Leo says “now your thing is sucking it up” with donnie stating “hey, that’s my thing!” I just really love the chemistry they have in that moment and it makes them feel really grounded with how they bounce off of each other like brothers

My favorite moments are usually from the 2003 series. When our heroes are talking with normal people and no one freaks out about them. Like when Donnie talks science with a homeless man. Or when Raph sat and talked with a blind woman. Really wish we got more moments like that in later incarnations.

I absolutely ADORE the fact that creators are leaning into raph just being a grappler and just grabbing and slamming anyone he can get his hands around, even this relatively unimposing raph

My favorite on screen Turtles moment actually happened in the new movie. I loved watching New York help the Turtles take down Superfly. Especially Splinter’s reaction to that initially super shaded original New Yorker who came into the light to help him up. :) I love when superhero movies do the “civilians band together to help the hero” thing. It makes me think of the end of the original Raimi Spider-Man bridge scene with Goblin. “YOU GONNA PICK ON A GUY TRYNA SAVE A BUNCH OF KIDS?”

I really appreciate that the TMNT franchise is a franchise not afraid of taking risks and doing things different. They usually are able to make it work too and this one is no exception.

My favorite moment hands down is from the 1990 movie and it’s the campfire scene where Splinter’s spirit appears. His “I love you all my sons” line gets me everytime. And seeing Mikey cry after blowing off splinters warning before about having to be able to handle living without him. It’s just so good and I love meaningful moments between the turtles and splinter so that has to me my favorite for sure

My favorite tmnt moment was in Mutant Mayhem actually when the montage of Splinter learning to be a loving father plays. I always enjoyed Splinter being a wise and proficient samurai rat who treats his sons with respect and honor but something about this Splinter just wanting his kids to come home on time and spending nights watching movies with them and eating pizza is so wholesome and I love this version of the character a lot :)

My favourite TMNT moment is the Leo Vs. Ralph fight from the 2007 movie. The tension between the two mixed with the dark gritty atmosphere really makes it the most memorable scene from any TMNT production.

My favorite TMNT moment has to be the ending of Mutant Apocolypse in 2012. The world is so desolate and all hope is lost, but all four of the turtles find each other and make the best of it. It shows how strong their brotherhood is and it makes for a bittersweet ending

My all time favorite TMNT moment has to be when the turtles reunite with their mother in the second Ghostbusters crossover. After every horrible thing that these kids have been through it was nice seeing them finally get to spend a short but special moment with their mother

I don't know if this counts but one of my favorite tmnt moments is the Batman vs Shredder fight from the crossover movie. It's just so well choreographed and perfectly characterises each of them, and the way they adapt to each other it's everything I ever wanted ever since I was a kid

For me my favorite moment from the Turtles was during the Rise of the TMNT Movie when Ralph saves Leo from the Krang, the lighting, editing, music, and expressions perfectly convey the impact this movement has on Leo, made even stronger when you realize that the last thing they did together was fight. My jaw hit the floor when that piece of Ralph's shell was broken, and the threat of the Krang was further heightened. Whenever I think of the movie I always remember Leo's face when he exited the escape pod, unable to stand and struggling to breath, chills.

The fact that they actually got teen actors to voice characters was one of the main reasons I was excited for the film. Their handling of teenage kids seems on point.

This is mostly from recent memory but when (in the rise of the tmnt movie) Leo tricks Krang to be trapped in his dimension and even though Leo was being beaten a pulp imo near death he only thought about his family but along with his family also thinking about him causing Mikey,Raph,and Donnie to use their love and support to bring someone of their family back. Tbh this scene still makes me cry its really touching.

My favourite moment is seeing Krang in live action. Out of the shadows is a real mixed bag for a couple of reasons but the way it embraced the sillier aspects of the franchise brought me back to what I loved like all the creepy fun villains the shows would have and how goofy the turtles can be after years of not watching anything turtles related.

This franchise means so much to me. The 2003 Turtles show was the only cartoon that I enjoyed as much as Spider-Man TAS when I was growing up. Just finished rewatching the whole series and it holds up so well. My favorite TMNT moment is probably from the movie, when Raphael returns home from his night out and Splinter sits him down for a talk. That conversation resonated so well with me since I can relate to Raph's intense anger.

I haven't been too into TMNT, so I would have to say my favorite Turtles moment is this whole movie. It felt like a perfect blend of things that came before it while also doing it's own thing! Absolute 10/10 in my opinion, go watch it if you haven't already.

I think my favorite moment from TMNT is the first live action movie where Donatello tries to talk to Michelangelo about the idea of splinter being gone and of course Michelangelo is focused on the pizza man being late, but I think like everyone else I think it was just Michelangelo trying his best not to think about it and distracting himself because when they do lose splinter, he’s the most emotional about it. That’s my favorite moment

I loved the bit in the Rise movie when Leo squared up to Krang on his own in the Rise movie as a final self sacrifice that reflects his gung ho attitude at the beginning of the flick, but juxtaposed by having nothing to prove, rather being a sacrifice play to save both his brothers and the world. And then, what would be a cheap fake out in a lesser story, Michelangelo saving him by unlocking his magic portal powers mere minutes later, explaining how he’ll never give up on his family, I’m crying just thinking about it, 10/10.

Jackie Chan as Splinter is honestly one of the things I'm most excited to see. I grew up with the 2003 series, that'll always be what comes to mind when I think TMNT. Also 2007 movie. The Leo Vs Raph fight is great both for its action and emotion, but I wanna shoutout the part of the movie where Raph fights the tiny alien. Dude gets flung through a door, hit with a frying pan, and a fridge falls on it. It's a highlight of the movie for me. And not to mention "Black Betty" is playing the whole time lmao

I think my favorite TMNT moment has to be Leo absolutely going ham in the battle nexus in Rise to rescue Splinter. I loved how you could so clearly see how in control and relaxed Leo is, and it really showed how much potential he would have as a leader if he just grew up and applied himself rather than always slacking off

I genuinely love how they scored the big car chase to Fabulous Secret Powers of all things. Also not necessarily a Turtle Moment but I saw this in theaters with the girl I just started seeing and it was great as we cuddled up next to each other and watched the film

I've always loved the fight scene between Leo and Raph in TMNT 2007. The animation was so well down even 15 years later it still looks great. I absolutely adored the Nightwing vs Red Hood feeling of the turtles dynamic in the scene and it made the fight that much more impact full.

My personal favorite tmnt moment is the final battle from the rise movie, Leonardo finally growing and maturing, willing to sacrifice his life to save the world, and you can really feel the build up of raph and Leo’s tension, not just throughout the movie, but just throughout the entirety of rise. Not to mention that the animation is just gorgeous. And krang is such an amazing villain, and the shots they take at each other are actually pretty violent and lethal, like they are really damaged by the end of the fight.

Ah man, I will always remember the moment were jack kirby was in the 2000's TMNT show. Donnie met him and Jack made a whole story and world with his book and they traveled to that world, Man, it was a an awesome episode, it was just so creative and very heartfelt at the same time. I love that man. I also love how creative that episode was too in which it harkins back to his past work. It was really nice.

I love the scenes in the mutant mayhem where they are dreaming of being accepted and find their place in the world. It resonates with a lot of teenagers nowadays

Honestly the conversations that this versions of the TMNT have feels very genuine and natural and I really like that the teens would occasionally talk about nerdy stuff.😺

Another guy already said this, but the fight with Raph and Leo in TMNT 2007 always stood out to me. It's shockingly emotional and raw considering the movie it's in, and ever since i was 7 I've always remembered the moment Leo knocks his helmet off because it genuinely hurts Leo. I was really into this movie as a kid, and the PS2 tie in game.

Best turtles moment? Puppet baby splinter learning his moves from his master and doing them together. Comedy GOLD

I loved the turtles' dynamic in this film. I absolutely felt the turtles' constant mocking each other, as one of three brothers.

My favorite TMNT moment has to be the elevator scene from the 2014 movie. Not because it’s actually a great scene, but because it’s the only part of what is otherwise a spectacular failure to adapt the Turtles that somewhat understands the brothers’ relationships and why they’re fun to watch.

My favorite tmnt moment would have to be from Mutant Mayhem where the turtles got into their first fight. Even thought they have learned some form of ninjitsu. They haven’t actually fought anyone up to that point. But they managed to pull through and get their first victory. I honestly love how there some back and forth quips while they were fighting.

My favorite moment has to be in issue 1 of the last Ronin when Mikey fails to infiltrate Oroku Hiroto's base and then just gives up and tries to kill himself. You can feel how tired he is from the pain and guilt of losing his whole family and how badly he wants the nightmare to end. Love the exploration of this part of the character's personality

This movie was so terrific!!! Keeping the franchise quality consistently incredible!!! Also very glad the animators were treated well. My favorite tmnt moment is probably idw comics where raph is homeless, sees Casey being beaten by his dad, saves casey, then right after meeting this homeless turtle man Casey invites him to go beat up criminals in an alley

My favorite Turtles moment is in the 2003 series where Leo cuts the Shredders head off. Yeah it doesn't kill him, but it's framed so badass that i love it

My favorite moment in TMNT movies is the confrontation between Raph and Leo in the 2007 movie. It is shot beautifully with the lighting and their conversation is absolutely perfect. Another of my favorites is in the IDW comics in issue 100. I don't wanna spoil it but it was such a perfect moment between Hamato Yoshi and Oroku Saki with a final page that brought me to tears.

Definitely agree on the turtles having an especially under appreciated rogues gallery. One of my favourite moments in the franchise is Mikey’s solo fight with Hun in #54 of the idw books. Definitely one of my favourite fights in all of comics.

Mutant Mayhem may be the best TMNT theatrical movie. It’s so good. The art style looks like moving concept art. It’s amazing

My favorite moment from any ninja turtles property has to be Leo’s sacrifice in ROTTMNT the movie. That shot of Donnie crying always gets me

when raph goes out on his own in the animated TMNT movie and has the fight in the kitchen with one of the monsters needed for the plot, i love the music choice and how fast paced the animation is. My runner up is when mikey goes sewer boarding after a pizza party (also from the same TMNT movie)

I’m not the most versed turtles fan, only have seen the micheal bay movies, 2012 show, TMNT, some of the comics, and now mutant mayhem, but my favorite moment was definitely the Crime montage of the turtles searching for information on super fly. The animation and music beats made that scene so good!

My favorite TMNT moment is the campfire scene from the first live action movie. It's a great scene that goes from being comedic to serious and heartfelt quite nicely. Mikey crying when he had been largely the comedic relief of the movie, not really reacting to Splinter's disappearance like Leo or Raph, was really touching.

My favorite TMNT moment from the franchise has to be when they introduce Agent Bishop in the 2003 series, and have him almost dissect the Turtles in that epic 3-parter in season three. Anyway, great video man, really enjoyed it!

My favourite moment is the subway fight in the 1990 movie where Raph saves April, its actually the first ever TMNT scene i’ve ever saw

My favorite moment is when the TMNT eat pizza. Really bold direction for Michael Bay.

My favourite TMNT moment is hands down the Shredder vs. TMNT rooftop fight from the OG TMNT movie, the choreography, the ambience, it all comes together to create an amazing moment

Absolutely loved this movie! The chemistry among the brothers felt so natural and genuine. My favorite TMNT moment comes from the IDW comics when Mikey stands up against Splinter to help train the recruitments of the new Foot Clan. It really demonstrated how passionate and selfless he can be.

The final battle in the rise finale definitely is up there with some of my favorite moments in the franchise.

I, an adult 24 year old man, spent six dollars and drank six beers watching this animated TMNT movie for kids, and I must say I don't regret it at all. Absolutely incredible experience, I highly recommend it, 11/10.

My favorite moment is in the scene in the 1990 movie when Mikey and donatello are talking about what splinter said. It just comes to mind when I think about the movie, I love that scene.

I'm not super connected to the TMNT fandom, so I don't know how hot of a take this is, but I really liked the 2012 show, my favorite moment being from an early episode where Raph fights a mutated spider dude who keeps pissing him off. In the episode Splinter teaches him about breathing in order to calm himself, pushing the anger out "like a flowing river." I was very emotional as a kid and tended to get angry easily, which some kids liked taking advantage of, so seeing Raph be able to ignore the spider's taunts and stay calm was very inspiring and lowkey actually a great teaching moment for me. Obviously I wasn't immediately cured of my anger issues, but it was a vital first step for me and I'll always be grateful to the show for that.

Really enjoyed the new movie and was legitimately an actual attempt to revamp and modernize the story of the turtles. Kept the main beats but took it in a new direction and it worked really well and I'm totally down to see where this universe goes. And on a personal note I've always like the 1990s movie Raph being taken out and his family gathering and mourning the acting and emotion presented even through large rubber suits is amazing too me even today. The 2023 film deserves its place in the legacy of the turtles.

I thought that because the teenage aspect of the characters was so well handled, all the emotional beats hit very well despite the overall comedic tone of the film. (Also my favorite turtle moments are the rise finale, the 2003 leo edgelord arc, and every version of the fight at aprils apartment.)

That spiderman (2002) moment in Mutant Mayhem where all of new york comes together to stop superfly had me in tears

Best TMNT movie in my opinion it was amazing definitely going to see it again my favorite TMNT moment was definitely Leo vs Raph on the rooftop because it was a lot of tension between those two and they let it out in a very epic way

my favorite moment from TMNT is the final Shredder fight in the 2012 show. a whole series of buildup to the final awesome fight where the turtles get dope ass black uniforms and Leo decapitates shredder, revenge for Splinter's death and a reference to the 2003 show

my favorite moment was when leo sacrificed himself to trap krang and he's just hugging his picture of his family

I’m not sure if it’s my FAVORITE TMNT moment, but it’s what came to mind very fast: The “No Diggity” hallway fight from Mutant Mayhem. I love a good Oldboy reference.

One of my favorite TMNT moments might be 2003 season 3 arc where the turtles travel across time and dimensions. I love those episodes so much, especially SAINW. And the reason of why they were glitching was so shocking for me. I also enjoy how 2003 resembles the Mirage comics much more than other iterations.

The turtles really capture the energy of teens that sound like they are from a gaming stream compilation. They just riff on each other and have casual chill fun, and like when things sound hype train XD Also that they are teenagers, just bigger kids, and I was REALLY WORRIED for them in the movie! I’m excited and ANXIOUS to see what happens in the sequel because Shredder could either be funny or actually F* K THEM UP SO BAD! :’O

My favorite TMNT moment is when Mikey in 2012, was dancing and dodging moves while splinter tried to hit him. 🤣

Best scene of all time is easily the rooftop rain scene between Leo and Raph in the TMNT animated film

My favorite tmnt moment . Is in Batman vs TMNT where Raphael bust out the guys teeth during the fight with the Penguins goons

Favorite TMNT moment is probably the talk Raphael and Splinter have in the 90's movie. That was my first exposure to the turtles and it's just such a lovingly well put together scene

Despite all the wonderful moments in all Turtles comics, movies, tv shows... My gut reaction for favourite is the bit in Rise where Donnie says "Bask-ay ball!" And Raph replies "Donnie, I know you know how to say it." It just made me laugh so hard my tummy hurt and i think about it at least once a day

Id say that my favorite moment of the turtles is when everytime they're brought back they always modernized to the point where you can tell what point of time they came from Its nice to see a movie constantly being made for next generation of kids in each new iteration

The best moment of any TMNT thing for me has got to be the campfire scene in the first movie. The music, the atmosphere, the suit and the chosen expressions from the Henson people, it all works so perfectly.

My favorite moment is the montage where TMNT fights every gang leader to tell him any information of superfly and the action scenes is so superb and the music "no diggity" makes it fit so perfectly

My favorite TMNT moment was in the rise movie when Raph breaks free of the krang mind control and the turtles all fight it’s awesome

My favorite TMNT moment is the turtles talking with Splinter’s spirit in the 1990 movie. It’s such a beautiful and heartbreaking yet heartwarming scene. Especially when the turtles are all crying and are processing their emotions together.

My favorite TMNT moment is when Casey and Raph meet up in the 2007 movie. Casey immediately recognizes Raph and they tie up a villian while Youth Like Tigers plays in the background. Such a cool scene because it perfectly establishes the friendship the two have always shared and it transitions nicely to a brief heart to heart the two share with each other (even if Raph falls asleep to Casey's venting at the end of the scene). Fantastic review btw.

My favourite TMNT moment is when they faced Shredder first time on the roof. So cool seeing how menacing Shredder is and how in the end Splinter used Shredder anger against him. Also the shot at the end with Shredding putting his fist up after falling off the builder just chills at it makes it seem he can't be stopped.

I think my favorite moment in all of TMNT is the ending of the first IDW comic, when Raph is reunited with Splinter. Just such a wholesome moment and a great way to truly start the run.

My favorite tmnt moment has gotta be the 2012 bebop and rocksteady’s transformation. It was rly cool and cathartic seeing that happen after they spent so long building those two characters up. Keep up the great content man! You’re one of my favorite creators :)

My favorite TMNT moment has to be them teaming up and then Splinter subsequently clapping Shredder on the rooftop in the first movie. Its so badass in the most contradictingly bizarre way, that perfectly exemplifies what the turtles are to me.

without a doubt i think my favorite TMNT moment is the entirety of mutant mayhem. as a passive observer of the turtles franchise, this film made me a fan of them. i now want to indulge myself with everything turtles

My favorite TMNT moment is probably the final action scene in the finale of Rise. It just has so much energy throughout and so many different phases, twists, and turns that it's impossible for me to not love.

Thanks for the awesome video GM! I think my favorite moment of the Turtles franchise, while not action packed, is the farmhouse scene in the 1990 film. I love the exposition of each turtle, the pure emotions of that part of the film, and how it shows the bonds between the brothers, especially Donny and Mikey.

My favourite moment is from the fight between The Shredder and Leo in the 2003 series; specifically the moment where they dive towards each other in slow motion, surrounded by fire, a slash crosses the screen as they pass each other, before they both land on their feet, exhausted. A moment passes, and Shredder's head rolls off his shoulders. I was 4 years old when I first saw this on TV and it was the most epic thing I had ever seen!

As a Teen all the slang and different phrases are perfect because we always said embarrassing things and this movie captures that for me. Oh and my personal favorite TMNT moment is the Raph and Leo fight in the 2007 movie it just felt so dramatic in the right way for me yeah maybe it’s nostalgia but I really like it

My favorite moment was Ralph and Leo’s fight in the 2007 TMNT movie. So much drama and tension, beautiful and choreography. Reminds me of the times me and my cousin who used to get into it would fight as kids.

Been subbed for a few years. I’d have to say my favorite moment from the franchise was the showdown between Leo and Raph on the rooftops in the rain in TMNT (2007). Best scene from that film

My personal favorite moment was Leo’s final duel with Shredder in the mirage comic, that final panel with the cut in shredders neck and the viking funeral afterwards is one of greatest comic book moments ever.

Subscribed! My favorite moment has got to be that match cut montage. It felt so effortless and smooth. Also splinters fight scene was so much like an actual Jackie Chan fight scene that I just couldn’t help but giggle to myself the whole time!

My favorite turtles moment was in TMNT (1990) when Casey first met Raph. Their banter is just all too perfect and it made me realized those were my favorite Turtles characters.

personally, my favorite tmnt moment is leo getting ambushed by shredder and the foot clan and getting thrown through a window. it rlly feels like 'oh this is abt to get REAL' and the contrast of the other turtles just chilling at april's house makes it rlly effective

My favorite TMNT moment is in TMNT (2007) not specifically Raph and Leos fight but right after Leos swords break, When Leo is staring at Raph and Raph is staring back, so much emotion is displayed just in there facial expressions its absolutely beauitful

WOO! Glad you dug this as much as I did. It's a super funny, spectacular ride that feels pretty fresh while also not straying toooo far from established canon (unlike Rise). Speaking of which, my favorite TMNT moment is probably the big battle at the end of Rise Season 1 where the Turtles fight Draxum in the Shredder armor in the baseball field. Not only is it the most gorgeous action sequence in a show with consistently terrific action, but it highlights the show's thesis of the boys not needing to be anyone else besides themselves to be important. I love that episode and scene so much.

My favorite TMNT moment is the end of Turtles Forever. Something about the offhand "I just hope this thing sells" after a celebration of everything Turtles really hits me in the feels.

My Favorite moment from tmnt Is from turtles, forever, the ending where it’s all the heroes versus shredder at the end of existence is probably one of the most epic things I’ve ever seen from this franchise. It’s a genuinely incredible moment.

My favourite tmnt moment is the argument between Raphael and Leo in the 2007 movie because as a kid I thought the fight was cool but then I had a very similar argument with my best friend because we didn’t go to the same school for a year than I came back and was the leader of the friend group and he protested they shouldn’t be one and if there was he’d leave, then recently I rewatched the movie and cried at this part because it was so relatable

My favorite turtle moment will always be the four brothers in the first 1990 film meditating and hearing Splinter’s potential final speech. I lost my father as a teenager so this scene always hits home. Having them show emotions was always something that stuck out to me and I obviously empathized with them

My personal favorite moment from the TMNT franchise is from the 2003 cartoon, when Leo and Shredder duel. That image of shredder’s headless body picking up his head is burned into my memory.