Nick TMNT float at the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade!

[HerpDerp]

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This Is Epic!!!: Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Are Set to Debut New Float in the 86 th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade ®

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- From their sewer lair to the streets of Manhattan, the world's most famous heroes in a half shell are ready to save the day at the 86th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®. On Thursday, November 22nd, Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles will delight millions of spectators aboard a new float in the Turkey Day procession.

"We are very excited to welcome the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to the line-up this year, where a new generation of fans will enjoy their ninja moves and action-packed adventures," said Amy Kule, executive producer of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. "This amazing float will be a dazzling experience for spectators who will have a front row seat for their Thanksgiving Day journey."

"Millions of families around the country will come together for the annual tradition of watching Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and we couldn't be more thrilled to once again partner with Macy's to bring the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to life," said Pam Kaufman, chief marketing officer, Nickelodeon Group. "Our new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series has really struck a chord with fans and this spectacular float will offer them an exciting Nickelodeon entertainment experience."

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is based on four mutant turtles—Leonardo, Donatello, Raphael and Michelangelo, who have been trained in the art of ninjutsu by their sensei, Splinter. Designed by the artists of Macy's Parade Studio, the new float, unfolding with breathtaking ninja precision, will feature a spectacular dark cityscape including roof tops, fire escapes, window ledges and a zip line down telephone wires.

Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles premiered on Sept. 29 and was an instant hit, drawing almost 12 million viewers during its premiere weekend. The new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series is funnier and "ninja-ier" than ever before. The action comedy explores the camaraderie of four teenage brothers learning to rely on one another as they unravel the mystery of their existence and train to become the heroes they're destined to be. The series airs regularly on Saturdays at 11 a.m. on Nickelodeon.

The 86th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade airs nationwide on NBC-TV, on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2012 from 9 a.m. - noon in all time zones.
http://www.dailyfinance.com/2012/10/16/this-is-epic-nickelodeons-teenage-mutant-ninja-tur/

[BubblyShell22]

Wow. Awesome. I'm so glad the Turtles are getting recognized. I always watch the parade, but this will make it extra special for me.

[Zulithe]

frankly with those costumed turtles showing up at baseball games, malls, conventions and pretty much everywhere people are gathering lately I'd be shocked if they weren't there :P

[Chaotix12345]

This is SWEET! That means that if the Sonic balloon returns this year, THREE of my favorite franchises of all time are going to be represented! (TMNT, Sonic, and Power Rangers.) This is going to be freaking AWESOME! I can't wait to see what they have planned for the float! :D

[Jephael]

I am so recording this!

[pannoni1]

A great way for Black Friday weekend promotion of TMNT toys! To me being selected for such an event is a sign of success, as the 4kids Turtles never made it to the parade. Here is a vintage clip from 1991. Just look how simple it is, with just a Neutrino Starcruiser-esque car and only Raph and Don:
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I'd love to have April and Splinter join in as well to expose them too!

[zkarlette]

I have skipped watching the parade for some years now but I'm Definitely checking this out.

[TheCanadiandrome]

I have skipped watching the parade for some years now but I'm Definitely checking this out.
ditto to be sure!

[Zany Orange Dude]

I know what I'll be watching.

[Donatello19]

THIS IS EPIC! A TMNT float AND the Sonic balloon, I can't wait to see the parade! Nick really has a LOT of faith in this show! Let's hope the float returns every year!

[TurtleTitan97]

I know what I'll be watching.

Same here! Man, this is great news!:tgrin:

[shinefra]

Hope i don't forget :P

[FearlessLeader]

I can't recall the last time I actually watched this parade I think I may make an exception this year!

[HerpDerp]

Another press release about Nickelodeon at the parade, and a small picture of the float. I'll post a bigger one if I find one. :)

http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Teenage-Mutant-Ninja-Turtles-Float-350x214.jpg

http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2012/11/13/nickelodeon-stars-take-to-the-streets-of-nyc-for-the-86th-annual-macys-thanksgiving-parade/157503/

[BubblyShell22]

Oooh, looks pretty cool. Can't wait to watch the parade.

[Guitar_Raph]

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This is one cool Thanksgiving. The TMNT float @ Macy's & the Houston Texans playing Thanksgiving Day!

[TurtleTitan97]

Another press release about Nickelodeon at the parade, and a small picture of the float. I'll post a bigger one if I find one. :)

http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/Teenage-Mutant-Ninja-Turtles-Float-350x214.jpg

http://tvbythenumbers.zap2it.com/2012/11/13/nickelodeon-stars-take-to-the-streets-of-nyc-for-the-86th-annual-macys-thanksgiving-parade/157503/

That looks awesome.:tsmile:

[TheCanadiandrome]

Man I'll dvr this parade if I can't see it

[KenStole]

Oh wow! Im gonna see if I go and take some pix up close in person. How exciting!!!!!:D

[HerpDerp]

Video:
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Bigger pic from TMNTmaster:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A7naT1hCEAAdyne.jpg:large

[TheCanadiandrome]

thanks for sharing that HerpDerp

[Guitar_Raph]

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Going to the Macy's Parade!

[HerpDerp]

Another clip of the float in an MSNBC segment:
http://video.today.msnbc.msn.com/today/49804799#49804799

A whole album of pictures:
http://www.zimbio.com/pictures/dVs1elLiK9m/Macy+Unveils+Nickelodeon+Brand+New+Teenage/browse

[TheCanadiandrome]

I mean how epic is this thing, and I right?

[zkarlette]

It looks Amaizing ! Can't wait to see it on the parade.:D

[Lisardo]

I am so recording this!

I need to also. I won't be able to see the parade when it's airing on tv, :(

[BubblyShell22]

I'm so watching this on Thursday just like we always do. Can't wait for it.

[bree23]

this is sooo cool! I cant wait to see it in the parade. Hopefully i'll wake up early enough to see it lol

[raphfan85]

sure it looks cool now, but all the cool will go away real quick when they have some random pop singer lip-sync their latest number 1 hit/random christmas song on the float.

[HerpDerp]

sure it looks cool now, but all the cool will go away real quick when they have some random pop singer lip-sync their latest number 1 hit/random christmas song on the float.

Neon Trees, singing "Everybody Talks".

http://www.examiner.com/article/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-joins-macy-s-thanksgiving-day-parade

[BubblyShell22]

I don't care who's on the float singing really. I just want to see the float itself. But it would be cool if it was someone I liked. We'll have to wait and see.

[TurtleMaster4]

Dude this float is looking EPIC! I'll be tuneing into the parade that day!

[Drose18]

They said that it was there but we could barely see it

[Donatello19]

Well, the float just passed. They showed it for about, 2 minutes maybe? They had a stupid lip synced song too...why not the TMNT theme? Oh well, it was still awesome!

[pannoni1]

It was nice seeing this float, but I agree that they should have played the theme rather than just showing the Turtles passing, plus CBS didn't even show the Turtles! Next year, I want to see Shredder, the Foot, Splinter, and April. But its still nice seeing that the Turtles are back in the parade after 21 years.

[Coola Yagami]

Saw it a while ago. Yeah, most of the focus was on the singer with occasional shots of the Turtles waving. I agree, they should have just played the theme song. This new version, I believe, would have been good enough for the parade.

[mysterycolor]

I loved seeing the guys in the parade this morning.... though watching them rock out to neon trees was kinda funny...sure is great having them back though!
:tgrin: happy thanksgiving everyone! :tgrin:

[Donatello19]

I loved seeing the guys in the parade this morning.... though watching them rock out to neon trees was kinda funny...sure is great having them back though!
:tgrin: happy thanksgiving everyone! :tgrin:

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http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=39692

[oldmanwinters]

Saw it a while ago. Yeah, most of the focus was on the singer with occasional shots of the Turtles waving. I agree, they should have just played the theme song. This new version, I believe, would have been good enough for the parade.

Yeah, my sentiments exactly.

[Irishmile]

I read somewhere its nearly a million dollars just to have a float in the parade.... I wonder if Nick and that recording artist split the bill.

[Zany Orange Dude]

Float just passed! It looked amazing!:tgrin:

[***First of Two Latin Kings***]

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http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=39692

LOLZ :tlol:

[Jephael]

I'll admit they could've picked a way better musical performer for that float. I was super hyped this morning, but after that short clip, I felt a little let down. Hell, the Power Rangers had a better musical number!

[Irishmile]

It was a really cool looking float... I want it in my backyard....

[Ninjinister]

What in Splinter's name was that thing singing on their float? Couldn't they at least get someone doing the theme song or something about pizza? Bah.

[The Stryker]

Pretty good. Neon trees aren't bad and they actually had themselves color coordinated.

[BubblyShell22]

I wasn't disappointed by the float or Neon Trees performing. I like them and thought they were a good choice. Float looked awesome, and I'm just glad the Turtles got to be in the parade this year and be represented. That'll be good exposure for the show.

[Leonardo Mystic]

But its still nice seeing that the Turtles are back in the parade after 21 years.

Does no one remember the year when the 4Kids' Turtles were in the parade? I sure do.

[BubblyShell22]

It was a group called Neon Trees. I actually liked them and was glad they were on the float. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone.

[mysterycolor]

What in Splinter's name was that thing singing on their float? Couldn't they at least get someone doing the theme song or something about pizza? Bah.
It was a group called Neon Trees. I actually liked them and was glad they were on the float. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone.


lol mentioned the musical act in the initial post ;)

[Coola Yagami]

I feel the 2K3 TMNT will always be the forgotten ones, with the exception of Turtles Forever. Between the 80's show and the new Nick version, the 2K3 TMNT are the forgotten stepchild. How many casual fans act like this new show is the TMNT's big comeback, completely ignoring the show we had just a year ago?

[Donatello19]

I feel the 2K3 TMNT will always be the forgotten ones, with the exception of Turtles Forever. Between the 80's show and the new Nick version, the 2K3 TMNT are the forgotten stepchild. How many casual fans act like this new show is the TMNT's big comeback, completely ignoring the show we had just a year ago?

As much as I loved the 2k3 series, I completely agree with that :tlol:

[Coola Yagami]

One of the things I noticed most was that in the 2007 movie, NOONE knew who Karai was despite her being a major character in the 2K3 series at the time. And by noone I mean the average joe going to see a movie, not the Technodromers obviously.

[NiNi]

I liked the float overall, although I kind of wish they had better close-up shots of it to see some of the details/interactions going on.

As for the music... I actually didn't pay attention it it. n///n;

[TheCanadiandrome]

Dvr'd the parade, gonna watch tomorrow

[BubblyShell22]

Does no one remember the year when the 4Kids' Turtles were in the parade? I sure do.

No because they weren't shown on TV as I thought they would be. At least these Turtles were shown.

[TheCanadiandrome]

What in Splinter's name was that thing singing on their float? Couldn't they at least get someone doing the theme song or something about pizza? Bah.

Lol wasn't too bad, could've been worse, could've had Cody Simpson :lol:


I'll admit they could've picked a way better musical performer for that float. I was super hyped this morning, but after that short clip, I felt a little let down. Hell, the Power Rangers had a better musical number!

Yeah the PR were awesome

I loved the float actually, and I like that Neon Trees song.

[Lisardo]

I saw a clip of it online (I had to work on Thanksgiving so I missed the actual parade). It's pretty cool. Looks like the costumes that were used in the promo of the new show, as shown in the Gangnam Style (parody) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AweG_pqlz_g