"TMNT 2: Out of the Shadows" Movie Premiere Held in New York City

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Yesterday, May 22, Paramount held the world premiere for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Out of the Shadows at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The event brought together film makers with the fans ahead of the wide release of the film on June 3.

You can check out some photos of the event below, or see the entire album of almost 150 pictures over on Facebook!

Check out the complete album of pictures over on Facebook!

New "TMNT 2: Out of the Shadows" Trailer Now Online

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With just under two months until Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Out of the Shadows hits theaters, Paramount has this morning released a brand new trailer. And, unlike other recent teasers, this one actually has a good show of new footage.

Also released is a new poster, pictured at left.

Check out the trailer below!

"TMNT: Out of the Shadows" WonderCon Panel

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At WonderCon this past weekend, Paramount hosted a panel feature new footage from the upcoming movie, TMNT: Out of the Shadows, as well as stars Megan Fox and Stephen Amell, and producers Andrew Form and Brad Fuller.

After the panel, Fox, Amell, Form, and Fuller participated in a signing on the exhibit hall floor at the Paramount booth, which was fully decked out in Turtles sewer style.

While footage from the panel isn't available, here is a pretty good summary of what went down:

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows opens in theaters on June 3.

New "TMNT 2: Out of the Shadows" Commercial Airs During Super Bowl 50

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As was expected, a new commercial for "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: Out of the Shadows" has aired during the Super Bowl 50 broadcast. Check it out below!


The spot featured our first glimpse of Kraang!

"TMNT: Out of the Shadows" Trailer Hits the Web

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It's here! The first trailer for "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows" is now available in full HD glory!

New Images from "TMNT: Out of the Shadows"

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Yesterday, a short teaser video promised that we'd get the first TMNT 2 trailer today. But after the full two-and-a-half-minute trailer managed to leak, Paramount went to work sending out promotional images as well as the trailer (check the top post for that!).

The biggest news from this reveal is the title "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows," which is a change from the working title "Half Shell."

Promotional images show us the four Turtles (with new garb and gear), April O'Neil (Megan Fox) with Casey Jones (Stephen Amell), and Bebop (Gary Anthony Williams) and Rocksteady (Stephen “Sheamus” Farrelly).

Here are a bunch of marketing words:

“TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: OUT OF THE SHADOWS” is the sequel to the 2014 hit film “TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES.” The film is based on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles characters created by Peter Laird and Kevin Eastman and is directed by David Green (“EARTH TO ECHO”). Michael Bay (the “TRANSFORMERS franchise) returns to produce alongside his Platinum Dunes partners Brad Fuller and Andrew Form (“ TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES”), with Galen Walker and Scott Mednick (“TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES”) also producing. 

Also returning for the sequel is Megan Fox (“TRANSFORMERS”) as April O’Neil, Will Arnett (“Arrested Development”) as Vernon Fenwick and the Turtles: Alan Ritchson as Raphael, Noel Fisher as Michelangelo, Pete Ploszek at Leonardo, and Jeremy Howard as Donatello. Rounding out the cast is Stephen Amell (“Arrow,”) as Casey Jones, Tyler Perry ("GONE GIRL", the "MADEA" franchise) as Baxter Stockman, Academy Award nominated actress Laura Linney (“The Big C”, “LOVE ACTUALLY”) as Chief Rebecca Vincent, Brian Tee (“JURASSIC WORLD”) as Shredder, WWE World Heavy Weight Champion Stephen “Sheamus” Farrelly as Rocksteady and Gary Anthony Williams (“THE INTERNSHIP”) as Bebop.

And some Wanted posters featuring Bebop and Rocksteady.

"Ninja Turtles 2" Set Pictures Reveal Costumes and Cast

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Shortly after the announcement that Stephen Amell will be playing the role of Casey Jones in the TMNT movie sequel, Half Shell, amateur set pictures popped up online of Amell filming in his Casey Jones costume. This prompted Paramount/Nickelodeon to release an official picture of Amell.

You have to do a bit of squinting, but you can read the name "EASTMAN" on the hockey stick he's holding.

Also spotted recently was the one-and-only Judith Hoag, shooting street scenes with Megan Fox (April O'Neil) and Will Arnett (Vern Fenwick). Of course, Hoag was the original April O'Neil in the first TMNT movie from 1990. Although she declined working in the sequels to that film, she remains for many the definitive April O'Neil. While her role in the new movie isn't known, it is definitely a nice acknowledgment to the past.

Pictures courtesy ComingSoon.net.

More Casting News for "Ninja Turtles 2"

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Two more keys roles have been cast in the upcoming "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2." Reports state that Tyler Perry will be playing scientist Baxter Stockman, while Brian Tee has been cast as Shredder.

Tyler Perry

Brian Tee

Brian Tee replaces Tohoru Masamune, who was cast as Shredder for reshoots on the 2014 film when it was determined necessary to change the story, which originally had William Ficthner's Eric Sacks character playing the role of Shredder.

While Tyler Perry is perhaps most known for a long list of comedic movies that include his name in the title, he has also played a number of dramatic roles, most recently in last year's "Gone Girl."

Michael Bay Tweets Photos of New "Ninja Turtles" Vehicles

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This weekend, Michael Bay tweeted some photos of "Just some stuff I found..." While no further information was provided, the pictures are assumed to be vehicles from "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2," which is in the beginning phases of production.

Just some stuff I found… http://t.co/yydcIebaIC pic.twitter.com/sYNXmPpNJL
— Michael Bay (@michaelbay) April 25, 2015

Two of the pictures detail a garbage truck with the words "Tartaruga Brothers" painted on the side, which is quite obviously from TMNT. "Tartaruga" is the Italian word for "Turtle."

In the 4Kids TMNT cartoon series, the Turtles utilized a moving truck labeled "Tortuga Brothers Moving." "Tortuga" is the Spanish word for "Turtle."

Stephen Amell Cast as Casey Jones in "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2"

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Right on the heels of the first filming report, we're now getting some casting news for the upcoming sequel to last year's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie. Stephen Amell, who plays Oliver Queen/Arrow on "Arrow," apparently won the role of Casey Jones in auditions held just this past weekend.

According to Variety.com, "Amell tested with a half-dozen actors over the weekend, but it was his chemistry with Fox that led to the studio eventually giving the role to the star of CW’s 'Arrow.'"

Amell steps into the shoes of Elias Koteas, who is the only other actor to play Casey Jones in a live-action role. Koteas, who played the role in the first and third New Line Cinema live-action movies, is still highly praised for his performances even 25 years later and for many remains the quintessential Casey Jones. (Yes, TMNT fans, the first live-action movie turned 25 this past Sunday, March 29!)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2 is currently scheduled for release June 3, 2016.

"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2" Title Possibly Revealed

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Reports from this past weekend possibly provided some details on the sequel to last year's "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" movie from Paramount, which has started filming in New York.

One scene, filmed Wednesday at Madison Square Garden, had Will Arnett's character, Vern Fenwick, at a basketball game with his apparent girlfriend, played by Victoria's Secret lingerie model Alessandra Ambrosio. (Convenient, considering the last shot of the first movie.) During filming, the two shared a bag of popcorn and, apparently, at least one kiss.

During a podcast interview with The Lowe Post, LA Clippers star J.J. Redick detailed, that he, along with fellow Clippers Austin Rivers, Matt Barnes, Spencer Hawes, and DeAndre Jordan were featured in the filming along with five Knicks players. He also let slip that the title might be "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Half Shell."

Of course, shooting titles are subject to change, so it's hard to take any meaning from this.

Source: UPROXX.com

"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" 2014 on DVD & Blu-Ray Tomorrow

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Available tomorrow, you can buy to own this year's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie on DVD, Blu-Ray, and Blu-Ray 3D. Several retailers have exclusive offers available - here's a rundown...

• Amazon - Blu-Ray with Raphael statuette gift set
• Barnes & Noble - Free Kevin Eastman poster (while supplies last)
• Target - Exclusive Blu-Ray bonus disc with character slip-cover
• Best Buy - Free SteelBook case
• Walmart - Figuringes and ninja masks gift set

Cowabunga, dude!

Bebop & Rocksteady Confirmed for "Ninja Turtles" Sequel, New Director in Talks

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While at a recent convention in Brazil, "Ninja Turtles" producers Brad Fuller and Andrew Form confirmed to Omlete that Bebop and Rocksteady will be joining the cast of characters for the sequel, expected for release June 3, 2016. They also say they are hoping to fit Casey Jones into the story.

Variety is also reporting that Earth to Echo director David Green is in final talks to replace Jonathan Liebsman, who is currently busy filming "Shannara."

This year's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film hits DVD and Blu-Ray next Tuesday, December 16.

TMNT Drops to #8 at Weekend Box Office

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Another weekend with strong new releases dropped Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles even farther down the overall box office standings this past weekend, coming in at #8 with $2.6M.

TMNT's domestic box office total sits at $185M, while the worldwide total is up to $333.3M.

The top eight movies this past weekend were:

1. The Maze Runner ($32.5M)
2. A Walk Among the Tombstones ($13.1M)
3. This is Where I Leave You ($11.8M)
4. No Good Deed ($10.2M)
5. Dolphin Tale 2 ($9M)
6. Guardians of the Galaxy ($5.2M)
7. Let's Be Cops ($2.7M)
8. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ($2.6M)

TMNT Falls to #4 at Weekend Box Office

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With some fresh competition finally finding its way into theaters, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fell to #4 at the box office this past weekend. Newcomers No Good Deed and Dolphin Tale 2 took over the #1 and #2 spots respectively, while Guardians of the Galaxy hung onto the #3 spot.

TMNT's domestic box office total sits at $181M, while the worldwide total is up to $319.9M.

The top five movies this past weekend were:

1. No Good Deed ($24.5M)
2. Dolphin Tale 2 ($16.5M)
3. Guardians of the Galaxy ($8M)
4. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ($4.8M)
5. Let's Be Cops ($4.3M)

TMNT Maintains #2 Spot at Weekend Box Office

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In its fifth weekend of release, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles held the #2 spot at the box office for the third weekend in a row despite bringing in only $6.5M. With a weak slate of new releases the past few weeks, Guardian's of the Galaxy was able to stay at #1 with only $10.2M.

TMNT's domestic box office total sits at $174.6M, while the worldwide total is up to $300.2M.

The top five movies this past weekend were:

1. Guardians of the Galaxy ($10.2M)
2. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ($6.5M)
3. If I Stay ($5.7M)
4. Let's Be Cops ($5.4M)
5. The November Man ($4.2M)

TMNT Holds at #2 at Weekend Box Office

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles held the #2 spot at the box office over the Labor Day holiday weekend, Friday-Sunday, with $11.9M. Once again, all of the new releases failed to reach #1, while Marvel's Guardian's of the Galaxy stayed on top.

TMNT's domestic box office total sits at $162.6M, while the worldwide total is up to $278.5M.

The top five movies this past weekend were:

1. Guardians of the Galaxy ($17M)
2. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ($11.9M)
3. If I Stay ($9.3M)
4. As Above/So Below ($8.6M)
5. Let's Be Cops ($8.3M)

TMNT Drops to #2 at Weekend Box Office

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Although it dropped to #2 at the box office in its third weekend, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles had a strong showing with $16.8M. While all of this weekend's new releases failed to reach #1, Marvel's Guardian's of the Galaxy retook the top spot.

TMNT's domestic box office total sits at $145.6M, while the worldwide total is up to $238.8M.

The top five movies this past weekend were:

1. Guardians of the Galaxy ($17.6M)
2. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ($16.8M)
3. If I Stay ($16.4M)
4. Let's Be Cops ($11M)
5. When the Game Stands Tall ($9M)

TMNT #1 at the Box Office for the Second Weekend in a Row

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles stayed in the #1 position for a second weekend in a row at the US box office. Its domestic total stands at about $117.6M, while the worldwide total stands at about $185M.

The top five movies this past weekend were:

1. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ($28.4M)
2. Guardians Of The Galaxy ($24.7M)
3. Let’s Be Cops ($17.7M)
4. The Expendables 3 ($16.2M)
5. The Giver ($12.8M)

TMNT Reaches #1 with $65M Weekend; Sequel Announced for 2016

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It was a weekend full of Turtle Power as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles dominated the box office, dropping Guardians of the Galaxy to the #2 spot.

With a strong $4.6 million on Thursday night, Turtles ended the weekend with $65 million, beating early estimates of $40-$45 million.

To no one's surprise, Paramount announced early Sunday morning that the August hit would officially get a sequel, currently scheduled for a June 3, 2016, release. While no director or cast members are yet confirmed, Michael Bay will once again be on board as a Producer, and Josh Appelbaum and André Nemec will also be back as writers.