SDCC 2026: IDW Unveils Big Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2027 Plans

A new wave of Turtle fandom is coming to comic shops in 2027.

When the best-selling TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (TMNT) flagship series reaches issue #25 in 2027, current writer Gene Luen Yang will pass the bo staff to award-winning writer Matthew Rosenberg (If Destruction Be Our Lot, Spawn, Uncanny X-Men) and amazing artist Juann Cabal (Daredevil, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Elektra). While the acclaimed writer is no stranger to playing in Marvel and DC’s sandbox, it’s the indie space where he has truly thrived and made an unforgettable impact on the comic industry. Rosenberg, a lifelong resident of the Turtles’ very own New York City, is bringing this same energy to the Heroes in a Half-Shell. Prepare for a thrilling story as the greatest roster of villains, both new and old, have assembled to hunt down the Turtles over the course of a single night.

SDCC 2026: Exclusives from Handmade by Robots

Icon Heroes is proud to welcome Handmade by Robots to the KB Toys presented by Icon Heroes booth (#4344) at San Diego Comic-Con 2026, where fans will find five convention-exclusive collectible vinyl figures along with select new releases available throughout the show.

Known for transforming iconic pop culture characters into premium vinyl collectibles that resemble hand-knit toys, Handmade by Robots has become a fan favorite for its distinctive blend of craftsmanship, creativity, and collectible appeal.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Anatomy of a Mutant

Inspired by the beloved Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, comes Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Anatomy of a Mutant (Insight Editions; ISBN: 9798337400303, August 4). Discover the anatomical secrets behind the heroes in a half-shell and their mutant world. 

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Anatomy of Mutant is an immersive exploration into the world of the iconic Heroes in a Half-Shell. Follow along with Dr. Lindsey Baker, the world’s most notable authority on human and animal mutation, as she shares her extensive research on the physiologies of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) and the other mutants transformed by the ooze. 

Toy Fair 2026: Playmates Pulls No Punches

Pictures & Writing by Mike Stencel

Vids by Mike Lopez 

The World of TMNT

Though playtime may be coming to an end for our turtles in a half shell, Playmates is planning a true grand finale year for the World of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, packed with major mashups and retro-styled figures and vehicles. The celebration is highlighted by two premium crossovers: the debut of TMNT x G.I. Joe and a continuation of the TMNT x Godzilla line, which are both designed to leave longtime Turtle collectors completely shell-shocked.

Toy Fair 2026: Mattel Announce Global Licensing for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Paramount, a Skydance Corporation (Nasdaq: PSKY), a leading next generation global media and entertainment company, and Mattel, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAT), a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, today announced a global, multiyear licensing agreement to develop and market a wide range of products for the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles brand.

New TMNT Run Launches With Shocking Plot Twist

The new era of the best-selling TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (TMNT) comic book series from IDW Publishing kicked off a brand new storyline with a jaw-dropping twist that has left fans stunned.

From the all-star creative team of Gene Luen Yang and Freddie E. Williams II, TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #13​– which received more than 100k orders and is now available in comic shops – reveals that the mysterious and lethal new villain Ujigami is actually the recently resurrected father of the TMNT, Master Splinter!

“Splinter's return to IDW's TMNT universe is huge – what an incredible way for Jason Aaron and Juan Ferreyra to end their run! Freddie and I wanted to make sure it was meaningful,” commented Yang. “I thought a lot about my own experience of fatherhood. My wife and I have four kids, and I've been tempted again and again to do everything in my power to make their lives as easy as possible, to keep them safe. But then... that's not always what's best for the kids, is it? Especially after they become teenagers. Great Turtles stories have always been about family, so Freddie and I are leaning into that. I can't wait for fans to read what else we have in store! And it's not just Splinter. There's another character who will soon be making an appearance – their first in the IDW incarnation of TMNT!”

Mezco's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) Boxed Set

Straight from the blockbuster film and onto your shelf — the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles from the 1990 movie join the One:12 Collective!

Born in a mysterious canister of mutagenic ooze and trained by Master Splinter, Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello, and Michelangelo leap from the movie and into highly detailed, film-accurate form. Each Turtle features a unique head sculpt, a One:12 Collective articulated body for expressive posing, and separate rolling eyeballs that reproduce the film’s iconic looks — from stoic to pizza-loving.

Unwrap Excitement This Holiday Season With The Last Ronin Box Set and More

Collect the first three series in one convenient box set! A New York Times Bestseller, The Last Ronin has exploded on the scene, becoming a must read for any comic book and graphic novel fan!

The Last Ronin was the second most sold adult graphic novel in 2024 and this box set is the perfect way to catch up on the TMNT story that everyone is talking about! It contains the original series The Last Ronin, the prequel series Lost Years, and the follow up series Last Ronin II: Re-Evolution.

From the notes of legendary TMNT co-creators Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, get ready for the final story of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles three decades in the making! In a future, battle-ravaged New York City, a lone surviving Turtle embarks on a seemingly hopeless mission seeking justice for the family he lost. What terrible events destroyed his family and left New York a crumbling, post-apocalyptic nightmare?

MONDO'S Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Donatello 1:6 Figure

Mondo has announced the launch of their all-new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1/6 Scale line from MondoVerse. This line, featuring redesigned versions of the iconic characters with ultra-realistic textures and details from the brand's creatives, is now available for purchase!

Available for a limited time from now to December 2, the TMNT - Donatello 1/6 Scale Figure - Timed Edition (MSRP: $250) is the first figure in this brand-new line featuring swappable portraits, weapons, and accessories, including removable soft goods and interchangeable eyes.

NYCC 2025: MONDO on MOTU, TMNT, Gargoyles & More

Getting a good vantage point of MONDO is a struggle, as eager fans buzzed around every display, shooting their own pictures, no doubt to show their loved ones what they want for Christmas. Among the licences on show were the familiar Ghostbusters and X-Men, the previously announced Masters of the Universe 6 inch line, and an AMAZING Over the Garden Wall collection. Total surprises were MONDO venturing back into Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles territory and some massive Gargoyles that seemed to be plucked right from the TV screen! 

We'll remind collectors that the Masters of the Universe 6 inch He-Man and Clawful timed editions are about to exit their availability window, with preorders closing at 10:59 AM CT on 10/17, so jump while you've got the chance...

Paramount Unveils New “WORLD OF TMNT”

The heroes in a half shell are ready to take fans on their next big adventure! Paramount+ today released the official trailer for Season 2 of Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) – the hit animated series from the universe of TMNT: Mutant Mayhem – and it’s just the beginning of an all-new era for the franchise.

The trailer gives fans a first look at what’s next for Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo and Donatello as they face fresh threats and new allies in a city that’s more alive – and mutating – than ever. Produced by Nickelodeon Animation and Point Grey Pictures, Tales of the TMNT returns this December, exclusively on Paramount+.

NYCC 2025: Mondo Panel Reveals TMNT, X-Men, Ghostbusters & More

 By Mike Stencel

Mondo Toys made a big splash with the debut of its all-new 1:6 scale Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles line, reimagining the heroes in a darker, grittier universe that blends Elseworlds-style storytelling with premium collectible craftsmanship. Each figure features interchangeable accessories, swappable body parts, and a striking balance of realism and nostalgia. Mondo’s creative team described the series as part of a new storytelling and world-building initiative, set in a re-envisioned TMNT universe where the Turtles face off against Shredder, Krang, and Mouser in a gritty cityscape.

NYCC 2025: NECA Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

New York Comic Con 2025 coverage continues with NECA, who packed their booth with beloved Sesame Street characters across from bloodied up horror icons. And bridging the gap between ultra-violent fiends and child spelling teachers are the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!! NECA's TMNT lines have been going strong for some time now, representing Archie Comics hijinks and Mirage comics origins alongside every cartoon moment you could imagine...and fans have imagined a lot! Let's take a look at the latest additions to team green and those who wish to dine on turtle soup...

TMNT CHROME ALONE 2: LOST IN NEW JERSEY

On the eve of New York Comic Con, Paramount unleashes a clip from their new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles animated short, set to roll before the latest Spongebob Squarepants movie! So what's on deck for our mean green mutated teens? Here's the synopsis:

 When a mysterious toy company seeks to profit off the turtles’ new hero status, the brothers follow the clues to New Jersey and make a shocking discovery in this all new original short. 

Welp..that doesn't tell us much. ROLL THE CLIP!!

First Look at the Blockbuster Crossover Event TMNT X GODZILLA

Pop culture icons collide as the Heroes in a Half-Shell meet the King of the Monsters for the first time ever!

IDW Publishing, in collaboration with Paramount and Toho International, proudly present a first look at the super-sized crossover event TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES X GODZILLA #1. Acclaimed creators behind both exciting universes - writer Tim Seeley (GODZILLA) and artist Fero Pe (TMNT: NIGHTWATCHER) - have merged these fan-favorite franchises together, creating an action-packed tale that imagines a world in which the Foot Clan’s ancient origin was directly connected to kaiju. But now under the evil Shredder’s leadership, the frightening foe is trying to use the kaiju to craft a new mutagen… one that could give the bad guys a massive upgrade!

Fans can feast their eyes on the first five pages of the must-read debut issue below.

TMNT x Garfield?

NECA is serving up a double slice of nostalgia with the new Ultimate Garfello & Odie action figures! Revealed this past July at San Diego Comic-Con, this must-have tribute to the iconic 1992 crossover comic from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Magazine includes:

NYCC 2025: IDW Reveals Exclusive Variant Covers, All-Star TMNT Panel

IDW Publishing is heading to New York Comic Con 2025, and the award-winning publisher is bringing a ton of turtle power with it!

On Friday (October 10), shellheads need to be in Room 1C03 at 5:15pm for the radical panel TMNT: What’s Next for the Heroes in a Half-Shell?

Moderated by Sal Crivelli of the popular YouTube channel ComicPop, this packed panel will spill all the secrets behind IDW’s best-selling line of TMNT comic books. From the upcoming run by multiple Eisner-winning writer Gene Luen Yang and blockbuster artist Freddie E. Williams II to the fan-favorite multiverse event TMNT: BATTLE NEXUS, fans in attendance will be the first ones to feast their eyes on new artwork, announcements, and so much more.

SDCC 2025: New Era of TMNT Comics Revealed

IDW Publishing ​is proud to announce the ambitious and fan-focused plans for the future of the acclaimed and best-selling line of TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (TMNT) comic books.

TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #13 Cover A by Freddie E. Williams II

After an incredible ongoing series run from Jason Aaron and Juan Ferrerya, the high-quality, heartfelt and exciting storytelling that fans deserve won’t miss a beat with the arrival of an all-star duo: Eisner-winning writer Gene Luen Yang (Shang-Chi, Superman Smashes the Klan, Avatar: The Last Airbender, American Born Chinese) and blockbuster artist Freddie E. Williams II (Batman/TMNT, Turtles of Grayskull,​ He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, Godzilla vs Mighty Morphin Power Rangers). Also joining the line is Group Editor Jake Thomas, formerly of Marvel. Starting their run with TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #13 in December, this all-new story arc will provide fans with a fresh jumping on point as the Heroes in a Half-Shell are back together and hopeful about the future of the city, but there’s a dark and personal danger lurking in the shadows as a deadly new assassin makes their debut.

IDW's TMNT: SHREDDER Series Arrives This Summer

The first and most iconic TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (TMNT) villain, Oroku Saki aka SHREDDER, is making his terrifying return this summer and he wants one thing: revenge.

IDW Publishing is proud to announce TMNT: SHREDDER, a thrilling new comic book series from celebrated writer Dan Watters (Batman: Dark Patterns) and rising star artist Michele Bandini (Spider-Man: City at War), featuring primary covers and a fearsome new character design by fan-favorite TMNT artist Mateus Santolouco.

Prepare for the rags-to-revenge story of the ultimate ronin. Returned forever changed by a maddening ordeal beyond imagining, betrayed by all around him, and no longer with the Foot Clan, Shredder will quest deep into New York’s criminal underworld as a former protege has formed their own rival clan with sinister plans for the city. In his deadly mission for vengeance, enemies both old and new will brutally discover what defiance will bring them at the end of the Shredder’s blades. 

Toy Fair 2025: Play-Doh Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

LONG HAVE WE WAITED...for what is probably one of the most obvious mash-ups there ever should be. Combine the fun, science, and mutations rampant in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle universe with the classic tools of genetic manipulation from Play-Doh and you have playtime GOLD!!! Ever wanted to pretend to zap a triceraton into a puddle of de-evolved protoplasmic goop? NOW YOU CAN. Have you had a massive urge to gene splice Mondo Gecko's tail to Michelangelo's FACE??!! LET'S DO SCIENCE!!! Today, all your twisted plans can come true with this series of Play-Doh sets.