The original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie is heading back to theaters for its 35th anniversary. Fathom Entertainment, Saga Arts, and Warner Bros. are bringing the 1990 live-action film to the big screen on August 17 and 20.
TMNT Returns to Theaters
Fans of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will get the chance to see the cult classic in theaters once again. The re-release includes a special “Turtles Unmasked” featurette with never-before-seen footage, extended scenes, behind-the-scenes clips, and new commentary from director Steve Barron.
This is part of a larger anniversary event aimed at longtime fans and new audiences alike. The 1990 movie helped kick off Turtlemania across pop culture and remains a defining entry in the franchise’s long history.

What’s Included
The anniversary event includes:
- Full theatrical screening of the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie
- The “Turtles Unmasked” featurette featuring Steve Barron
- Archival and behind-the-scenes footage from production
- Commentary and insight from those who helped bring the Turtles to life
Tickets are available at FathomEntertainment.com and participating theater box offices.

Original Cast and Crew
The 1990 movie adapted the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic book series created by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. It starred:
- Brian Tochi as Leonardo
- Corey Feldman as Donatello
- Josh Pais as Raphael
- Robbie Rist as Michelangelo
- Kevin Clash as Splinter
- Judith Hoag as April O’Neil
- Elias Koteas as Casey Jones

The film was directed by Steve Barron, written by Bobby Herbeck and Todd W. Langen, and produced by Kim Dawson, Simon Fields, and David Chan. When it opened in 1990, it topped the box office and became one of the highest-grossing indie films of all time.