Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem 2 Sequel Moved Up to August 2027

Film studio Paramount Pictures has made an adjustment to its long-term release calendar. The sequel to the animated adventure Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles titled "Mutant Mayhem 2" will have its theatrical premiere earlier than planned. Instead of September 17, 2027, the film will hit U.S. theaters on August 13, 2027. This is a move of just over a month. The decision was announced by industry publications, including Variety and The Hollywood Reporter.

This is the second release date change for this project. Previously, the film was scheduled for another, publicly undisclosed date in 2027. The move to August is a typical practice in the entertainment industry, often related to optimizing distribution slots or avoiding competition with other major releases. August is traditionally considered a favorable month for family and adventure films, before the autumn and school season begins. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise began in 1984 as an underground comic. Its first film adaptation, a live-action movie, premiered in 1990 and was a major success. Since then, the turtles have spawned numerous animated series, films, and video games, becoming a pop culture icon.

The film is a direct continuation of the 2023 animation "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem". That installment, which refreshed the franchise, garnered favorable reviews for its modern, comic book animation and distinctive humor. The box office and critical success of the first film (global earnings exceeded $180 million) likely accelerated the decision to produce a sequel and its optimistic placement on the calendar. Currently, plot details and the full cast are unknown, but the main characters – Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael, and Michelangelo – are expected to return. It has also not been confirmed whether Jeff Rowe will return as director.