Summary:
- Paramount Pictures announced an R-rated live-action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie based on The Last Ronin comic series.
- The film promises a gritty reimagining inspired by Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns.
- In The Last Ronin, Michelangelo is the sole surviving turtle in a dystopian future, seeking vengeance against the oppressive Foot Clan.
Paramount Pictures just dropped a bomb at CinemaCon, announcing a live-action, R-rated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie based on the popular comic book series, The Last Ronin.
This isn’t your childhood turtles! Fans have long clamored for a more mature take on the heroes in a half shell, and it seems Paramount is listening. This new film promises a violent and intense reimagining inspired by Frank Miller’s iconic The Dark Knight Returns.
The Last Ronin takes place in a dystopian future where only one lone turtle remains. This battle-hardened survivor embarks on a brutal mission of vengeance against the Shredder’s heir and the oppressive Foot Clan.
Spoiler Alert! Hold onto your shells, because the first issue of The Last Ronin reveals a shocking twist: the last turtle is Michelangelo! This gritty portrayal is a stark contrast to Mikey’s typically lighthearted personality in previous iterations.
The script is being penned by Tyler Burton Smith, known for his work on the upcoming Boy Kills World and the Child’s Play reboot. Former DC Films head Walter Hamada is producing under his 18hz banner.
This R-rated venture comes on the heels of the successful Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem animated movie, which already has a sequel greenlit. This suggests Paramount is aiming to cater to both fans who grew up with the lighter TMNT and those seeking a more mature experience.
While the late 80s cartoon and previous live-action films leaned towards family-friendly fun, the original comics by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird were considerably darker. This new movie seems like a return to those roots.
An AAA video game based on The Last Ronin was also announced last year, promising a third-person action RPG experience similar to God of War.
