amberlb I'm amazed at how toned down this version is. I've enjoyed some episodes so far. I actually love the relationship between the brothers here than I do in the 2003 version. There's more, "I love you," and "I need you" emotion within their 80s incarnation. I really liked that.I love a good show with a true family vibe.April O'Neal's 80s incarnation kind of bugs me though.I like her 2003 incarnation better.I like that the Ninja Turtles seem more relaxed in being a ninja and protecting people.Their 2003 incarnation seemed like they were trying too hard.

BrickNash After a mighty binge on the Turtles live action films which went from a superb start to utter farce I found myself hankering for more. I had already downloaded the comics to read which are excellent but still, I wanted something a touch more so I decided to relive my youth by checking out the 80's cartoon once more.I quite honestly expected to maybe watch an episode and a half for a smile and some nostalgia value because I do remember the cartoon being somewhat goofy, but I ended up surprisingly hooked and powered through the first few seasons.Make absolutely no mistake, this is a children's TV program, made for children and aimed at children. The somewhat immature and innocent plots and situations with a very simply written script enforces this but I actually find there is much to enjoy about the show, even as a 35 year old adult.The 12 year old boy from 1989 inside me is revelling in much nostalgia and lots of smiles from snippets of dialogue that is familiar but the adult is enjoying the rather splendid artwork and animation. the backgrounds are very detailed what looks like watercolor images (Very typical of 80's cartoon quality) with some moody cut scenes and everything is very well animated and designed.The plots as stated are fairly simplistic but still rather watchable and I find myself sitting to the end of each episode feeling rather satisfied. How much of this is nostalgia clouding my adult judgement is unclear but for a children's cartoon that is 26 years old there is much enjoyment to be found here for the young and old.It really is not surprising that this was a hit of planetary sized proportions back in it's day!

moldwarrior In my youth I was looking through a pile of old VHS tapes and I saw the TMNT logo. Intrigued I put it in and I was immediately a fan. I watched every episode. Bought countless toys and even played the video games. I can't help but love the series and I still love to watch it. I have owned the first and second season for about 3 years and haven't stopped watching the cartoon.Despite this I dislike the middle set of seasons due to the overly comedic and less than creative story. If you want to good set of episodes get seasons 1,2,3,8,9. They may not be connected but they are the best story wise.

mmpenrod These Turtles were my heores growing up. Fou such polar opposite characters come together to get a job done.LEONARDO- The leader, the one in charge DONATELLO- The least violent scientist RAPHAEL- The sarcastic"Mouthy" one (MY personal favorite:)) MICHAELANGELO- The "Party dude" the lade back one The teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles seem like a pretty far fetched idea but pretty much formed the era. My sister and I grew up loving the Turtles When I'm old and grey and sitting in my rocker with my grandkids around me they'll ask "Grandme what did you watch when you were young?" and I'll smile and say "The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles of course!"If anyone ever has the chance to see the show they should because it CLEARLY can stand the test of time!