New “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” movie causes “Mayhem” at U.S. box office with $43M, opens in PH August 23

Now that’s mayhem. 

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, directed by Jeff Rowe (The Mitchells vs. the Machines) and co-written by actor Seth Rogen, exceeded expectations and took in $43 million at the U.S. box office on its first five days, an impressive feat for the $70 million production. The film has also opened in a few international markets, earning a global total of $51.3 million. In the Philippines, Mutant Mayhem opens August 23. 

The animated feature, which has been well-received by critics and moviegoers alike, currently has a 96% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and a stellar A CinemaScore from audiences. 

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“We’re over the moon with this opening.” Chris Aronson, Paramount’s Domestic Distribution Boss, told Deadline. “We exceeded pre-release expectations with this movie which has been a labor of love for a long time.” 

This latest version of the beloved Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles features a star-studded voice cast that includes Jackie Chan, Rose Byrne, Hannibal Buress, John Cena, Ice Cube, Natasia Demetriou, Ayo Edebiri, Giancarlo Esposito, Post Malone, Seth Rogen, Paul Rudd and Maya Rudolph. The titular teenage mutant ninja turtles are voiced by real teenagers Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr, Nicolas Cantu and Brady Noon. 

Watch the final trailer: https://youtu.be/qqc4jJr28w8

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem opens in Philippine cinemas August 23. Cowabunga! 

About Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem

In Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, after years of being sheltered from the human world, the Turtle brothers set out to win the hearts of New Yorkers and be accepted as normal teenagers through heroic acts. Their new friend April O’Neil helps them take on a mysterious crime syndicate, but they soon get in over their heads when an army of mutants is unleashed upon them.

In Philippine cinemas starting August 23, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem is distributed in the Philippines by Paramount Pictures through Columbia Pictures. Connect with #MutantMayhem #TMNTMovie and tag paramountpicsph

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“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem” earns 97% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, final trailer released

This is bonkers, yo! 

The first reviews for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem are in, and they’re pretty gnarly… in the most awesome way possible. The film, directed by Jeff Rowe (Oscar-nominated The Mitchells vs. the Machines) and written by a team that includes Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, currently has a 97% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. 

It features a star-studded voice cast that includes Jackie Chan, Rose Byrne, Hannibal Buress, John Cena, Ice Cube, Natasia Demetriou, Ayo Edebiri, Giancarlo Esposito, Post Malone, Seth Rogen, Paul Rudd and Maya Rudolph. The titular teenage mutant ninja turtles are voiced by Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr, Nicolas Cantu and Brady Noon. 

Megan Fox Returns as April O'Neil in "Ninja Turtles" Sequel‏

Known to worldwide audiences for her break-out starring role of Mikaela in the first two “Transformers” blockbusters, Megan Fox has successfully jumpstarted another beloved film franchise, the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” Now, she reprises her lead character of April O'Neil in Paramount Pictures' “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows” (in Philippine cinemas on June 01).

In the film, it’s been almost a year since our heroes saved the city, and in keeping with their ninja training (and their unconventional appearance), they’ve maintained a low profile. Meanwhile, April O’Neil (Fox) has gone undercover, investigating Baxter Stockman (Tyler Perry), a brilliant and respected scientist who may have ties to Shredder (Brian Tee).

"I think April always wanted to be the anchor behind the desk," muses producer Andrew Form. "But I don't know if she can give up the excitement of being on the street, breaking stories, and working with the Turtles. She loves her job, but she loves her relationship with the Turtles more. She's basically become the fifth Turtle," he says.

More Action, Laughs in New Trailer of "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2"‏

The Turtles turn up the action and fun in the new trailer for “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows” which Paramount Pictures has just released, and may be viewed at https://youtu.be/67nTAzj7Cx4.

Michelangelo, Donatello, Leonardo, and Raphael return to cinemas this summer in “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows” to battle bigger, badder villains, alongside April O’Neil (Megan Fox), Vern Fenwick (Will Arnett), and a newcomer: the hockey-masked vigilante Casey Jones (Stephen Amell).

"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" Sequel Shares Character Posters‏

Each ninja turtle gets his chance to shine in the newly released character posters from Paramount Pictures' new action-adventure “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows.” See Raphael, Michelangelo, Leonardo and Donatello in their moody, solo one-sheets below.

“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, with Galen Walker and Scott Mednick also producing.

Gear Up for the First Trailer of "TMNT: Out of the Shadows"

Paramount Pictures has just released the first trailer for “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows” which may be viewed at https://youtu.be/rHlS5lpWoIk.

Michelangelo, Donatello, Raphael, and Leonardo swing back into action with Megan Fox as April O’Neil in the eagerly awaited sequel to the 2014 blockbuster. Michael Bay returns to produce, while Dave Green directs.

REEL DEAL: Each Ninja Turtle Brings Own Unique Skills In New Action Film

From the start, the crux of Paramount Pictures' new, family-oriented action-adventure “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” was re-envisioning the Turtles. It was essential that the charisma and comic flair of these amped-up amphibians shine through while bringing something new, forging Mutant mythology with 21st Century filmmaking. Each member of the Ninja family brings his own unique skills and attitude.

LEONARDO: Named for the mind-bending Italian inventor and painter Leonardo Da Vinci, Leonardo is the cool, calm, Zen Master of the Turtles, who takes to heart the responsibility of being the oldest brother. Luckily, “Leo” stands 6’ 5” and wields his steel katana swords with deadly accuracy.

REEL DEAL: Megan Fox In A Heroic Alliance With The “TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES”

She rose to international stardom with her break-out role of Mikaela in Paramount Pictures’ “Transformers,” and the second film in the franchise, “Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen,” both produced by Michael Bay. Now, Megan Fox reunites with the blockbuster producer in the kid-friendly action-adventure “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.”

In the film, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles try to roam secretly in the sewers and shadows of New York, they are discovered reporter April O’Neil (Fox) who will become key to their attempts to free the city from The Shredder’s brutal grip.

Finding just the right actors to carry the human side of the story was essential. To play April, the filmmakers knew they needed someone who not only would have broad appeal but the plucky personality that makes the probing young reporter a great match with Turtles. It wasn’t long before they turned to one of today’s hottest leading ladies: Megan Fox.

REEL DEAL: Turtle Power Rebooted In “TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES”

The one-of-a-kind heroes on the half-shell are back – as a new generation of Ninja Turtles emerges from the sewers of New York, in Paramount Pictures' kid-friendly action-adventure “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” They return in a fresh incarnation that fuses the Turtle’s gritty, underground roots with the feisty sense of merriment that turned them into the world’s most lovable action idols . . . bringing them cowabunga-ing into a live-action adventure that mixes in large-scale battles and leading-edge VFX.

The action-packed reboot, which tells the story of how the Turtles were born in a laboratory but came to be unbreakably loyal brothers, comes to the screen under the aegis of mega-producer Michael Bay. Known for box-office-busting event movies, Bay most recently metamorphosed a children’s toy into the multi-billion dollar Transformer franchise. Following on the rousing success of Nickelodeon’s animated TV series, Bay joined with his Platinum Dunes producing partners Andrew Form and Brad Fuller to return them to the silver screen for today’s audiences.

Live-Action “NINJA TURTLES” Unleashes New Trailer

Just mere days following the big reveal of character banners of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael and Donatello, Paramount Pictures has now unleashed a new trailer for “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” which may be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIwEHQj7bis&feature=share&list=UU9vXJYvgswrEHfNveILWM2Qr.

The new “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” adventure is a modern-day iteration of the popular franchise that has captivated audiences of all ages for decades. Below is the film's official synopsis:

“TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES” Character Banner Online Now

Paramount Pictures has unveiled several “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”character posters that fully reveal the titular heroes. Check out Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael and Donatello!

In this modern-day iteration of the popular franchise that has captivated audiences of all ages for decades, the Turtles must work with fearless reporter April O'Neil (Megan Fox) and her wise-cracking cameraman Vern Fenwick (Will Arnett) to save New York City and unravel Shredder's diabolical plan.