Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Riff on ‘Home Alone’ in New Short

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The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are coming to New Jersey this holiday season.

As a huge TMNT fan, I’m so excited to hear they’re making a new short film based on *Mutant Mayhem*! Apparently, the turtles are heading to New Jersey to investigate a mystery later this year, which sounds awesome. I can’t wait to see what trouble they get into!

The new comic, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey,” features Raphael, Leonardo, Donatello, and Michelangelo heading to New Jersey after a company starts using their likenesses without permission.

Director Kent Seki explained to *Variety* that the new animated short aims to celebrate the Ninja Turtles’ roots while also exploring how they’d fare in a totally different setting. They chose New Jersey as the location because it’s near New York City, but offers a unique and challenging environment for the turtles.

See an official image from the short film, below.

The new film, *Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey*, will deliver the same exciting martial arts action and silly humor as previous installments, but with a feel that’s reminiscent of beloved ‘90s family comedies like *Home Alone* and *Home Alone 2: Lost in New York* – chaotic, heartwarming, and full of nostalgia.

Seki shared that he always loved both *Home Alone* and the Ninja Turtles, and this project was a fun way to combine those two passions. He described the turtles as always needing to survive, but in this story, ‘survival’ means navigating the challenges of the New Jersey Turnpike.

The director also suggested this short film might lead to future Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle adventures in places beyond New York City.

Seki believes audiences are eager for fresh takes on familiar characters. While people will always enjoy seeing them in their traditional New York setting, placing them in a new location allows for more creative storytelling, higher stakes, and exciting visuals. If this new approach resonates with viewers, Seki hopes to continue developing similar stories.

Okay, so I just heard that the new TMNT movie, *Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Chrome Alone 2 — Lost in New Jersey*, is actually getting a theatrical release! And get this – it’s playing *before* the new *SpongeBob* movie, which comes out on December 19th. Pretty cool way to kick off the moviegoing experience, if you ask me!

A new *Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem* movie is planned to come out on September 17, 2027.

The Best Superhero Movies Not From Marvel or DC

1. The Crow

The 1994 film *The Crow* is based on a popular comic book series. It tells the story of a musician who comes back to life after being murdered with his fiancée on their wedding eve. Driven by grief, he seeks revenge on those responsible for her death. The movie is a dark, visually striking revenge story filled with captivating action. It feels both timeless and distinctly ’90s with its gothic style, industrial look, and memorable soundtrack. Sadly, *The Crow* is also remembered for the tragic on-set death of its star, Brandon Lee.

2. The Incredibles

The Incredibles, a Pixar film released in 2004, is set in a stylized version of the 1960s. It tells the story of a family of superheroes forced into hiding in the suburbs. When a vengeful villain targets all superheroes, the family must come together and use their powers to save the world. The film is known for its exciting action, endearing characters, and surprisingly thoughtful themes about fitting in, family life, and the challenges of growing older. It remains one of Pixar’s most celebrated movies.

3. Chronicle

Released in 2012, *Chronicle* is a sci-fi thriller about three Seattle high school students who gain telekinetic and flying powers after finding a strange object in the woods. At first, they use their abilities for fun and to become popular, but things take a dark turn when one of them starts to become aggressive. The film cleverly combines the classic superhero origin story with a realistic “found footage” style and relatable teenage issues, creating a gripping and emotionally charged experience that builds to a spectacular and heartbreaking final showdown in the air.

4. Sky High

Disney’s *Sky High* cleverly combines the familiar experiences of high school with the excitement of a superhero adventure. The movie stars Kurt Russell as the Commander, a popular superhero, and centers on his worried teenage son who attends a hidden high school for superheroes – even though he doesn’t have any powers himself. Though released in 2005, *Sky High* has become a favorite among fans and is remembered for its witty and inventive approach to the superhero genre, making it feel surprisingly modern.

5. Unbreakable

Released in 2000, *Unbreakable* is a unique film that blends the superhero genre with the suspense of a psychological thriller. Directed by M. Night Shyamalan, fresh off the success of *The Sixth Sense*, it stars Bruce Willis as an ordinary security guard who unexpectedly develops superpowers after a train crash. While the film’s original marketing didn’t highlight its comic book roots, *Unbreakable* was a financial success and is now considered a classic superhero movie.

6. Kick Ass

Dave, an average high school student, decides to become a superhero called “Kick-Ass.” After a disastrous first attempt at crime-fighting, he undergoes surgery that gives him a partially metal skeleton and increased resilience. But his actions attract unwanted attention from a dangerous crime boss, as well as a former police officer who’s also a superhero, and his foul-mouthed young daughter, Hit-Girl.

The 2010 film, directed by Matthew Vaughn, is a darkly comedic and fast-paced superhero movie filled with intense action and violence. (Although the *Kick-Ass* comic originally came from a Marvel imprint, the movie isn’t part of the official Marvel Universe.)

7. The Rocketeer

As a classic movie fan, I’ve always loved *The Rocketeer*. It’s a really fun film based on a comic book, set in the 1930s. It’s about a stunt pilot who finds this amazing rocket pack and basically becomes a superhero! He quickly gets caught up with gangsters, FBI agents, and even Nazis who are after the tech. The movie feels like a throwback to those old adventure serials, with incredible airships, a cool Art Deco style, and a real Old Hollywood vibe. It didn’t do great when it first came out in 1991, but critics really liked it then, and over the years it’s become a total cult classic.

8. Brightburn

As a big fan of both superhero and horror films, I was really intrigued by *Brightburn*. It basically asks, what if Superman wasn’t a hero, but a villain? The movie follows an alien child who lands on Earth and is raised by a lovely farming couple. But when he starts developing superpowers, things take a really dark turn, and he starts heading down a frightening path. Produced by James Gunn – who later directed *Superman* – *Brightburn* really shines in its final moments. It’s genuinely brutal and chaotic, and the core idea is so compelling, with just enough suspense and violence to make you want to watch it again.

9. Megamind

In this often-overlooked DreamWorks animated film, Will Ferrell shines as Megamind, a quirky and clumsy supervillain. After years of battling his greatest enemy, Megamind finds himself without a purpose and tries to create a new hero to fight. While some find the story familiar, *Megamind* is actually clever and hilarious – much funnier than many realize. It’s a lighthearted, family-friendly movie with a wonderfully silly vibe, and certain moments – like the running gag about the “spee-ider” – are still genuinely funny.

10. Darkman

Sam Raimi’s 1990 film, *Darkman*, is a unique blend of horror and superhero elements. The story follows a scientist, played by Liam Neeson, who is horribly disfigured and left for dead by criminals. He uses his own inventions – technology for making masks – and a fractured mind to seek revenge. With its mix of violent action and dark comedy, *Darkman* feels like a gritty, bloody comic book come to life.

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2025-10-07 21:57