Which is your favorite version of TMNT? - Page 5

*Drose18* · 04-27-2012, 07:15 AM

2003 for sure. My favorite episode is Prodigal Son.

Stingray69 · 04-27-2012, 02:52 PM

I don't know if I could pick a favorite. I enjoy um all.

Mutagen · 04-29-2012, 01:10 AM

Definitely the 87 series. In a pill, very unique designs, great 80s excessiveness, memorable characters and pure entertainment. The series became such phenomenon for a reason, and it apparently clicked with a lot of people.

The first two TMNT movies are ok, but anything outside of the 87 series, Archie comics and first 2 movies Im not really a fan of

1/2Shell · 09-07-2012, 10:35 PM

It has to be the old '87 series for me.

The voice acting and the animation (when it was done well) are really good. You really can't beat Rob Paulsen, Townsend Coleman, Pat Fraley as Krang and James Avery as Shredder. The writing could be brilliant as well. David Wise really worked out some miracle episodes.

Also the music in the 87 cartoon is amazing.

The tongue in cheek aspect of the show is very entertaining. I love the asides like when Shredder asks Krang why they're doing something ridiculous and Krang responds "WE HAVE TO KEEP THE STORY MOVING!!" I know this was ribbed by the creators in "Turtles Forever" but it made the show more fun for me.

My favorite episodes have to be all of Season 1 and 2, and most of Season Three. And Legend of Koji, of course.

I like the Mirage comics and the first movie too.

The 4Kids cartoon, while nicely made, just isn't interesting to me. I know it would irk many younger fans to hear this, but I don't really like it. Although it may be closer to the original concept... It seems too 'edgy' and 'serious', whereas the original show was something really fresh at the time.

*Slade* · 09-07-2012, 10:41 PM

Mirage
Movie 1
2k3 Toon
IDW
OT

Icegaze · 09-10-2012, 03:38 PM

My favourite version of TMNT is the 2k3 version (seasons 1 to 5).
I hope Nick's version will make me change my mind.

Vegeta · 09-10-2012, 08:05 PM

My inner child tells me ot is the best. The current adult art lover in me likes Mirage (eastman and laird years) best. Seriously, the black and white art is just gorgeous. The IDW collections have been really fun to pick up

Vegeta · 09-10-2012, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 1/2Shell

It has to be the old '87 series for me.

The 4Kids cartoon, while nicely made, just isn't interesting to me. I know it would irk many younger fans to hear this, but I don't really like it. Although it may be closer to the original concept... It seems too 'edgy' and 'serious', whereas the original show was something really fresh at the time.

Yeah I just mentioned this in another thread. I feel the same. It felt like a rehash...and casey jones was butchered.

Method101 · 09-12-2012, 04:06 AM

It will and always will be the original toon series. It was the reason I even watched the 2003 and am excited about the new one. It made TMNT what it is today, as much as people talk down about it because of how campy and corny it was, THAT's what made it big for kids in our generation. The original will always have a special place in my heart.

*Cipher* · 09-12-2012, 10:16 PM

Mirage comics by an incredibly large margin. It's the only one that attempts to be more than just an action/comedy series. A lot of it's just stupid fun, but it's had plenty of stories over the years that are downright intelligent, and even the duds reflect the work the (mostly underground) collection of artists were putting in.

I've tried all and enjoyed most other adaptations though.

09-07-2012, 10:35 PM	#84
1/2Shell Random Punk Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Earth (unfortunately) Posts: 37	My faves It has to be the old '87 series for me. The voice acting and the animation (when it was done well) are really good. You really can't beat Rob Paulsen, Townsend Coleman, Pat Fraley as Krang and James Avery as Shredder. The writing could be brilliant as well. David Wise really worked out some miracle episodes. Also the music in the 87 cartoon is amazing. The tongue in cheek aspect of the show is very entertaining. I love the asides like when Shredder asks Krang why they're doing something ridiculous and Krang responds "WE HAVE TO KEEP THE STORY MOVING!!" I know this was ribbed by the creators in "Turtles Forever" but it made the show more fun for me. My favorite episodes have to be all of Season 1 and 2, and most of Season Three. And Legend of Koji, of course. I like the Mirage comics and the first movie too. The 4Kids cartoon, while nicely made, just isn't interesting to me. I know it would irk many younger fans to hear this, but I don't really like it. Although it may be closer to the original concept... It seems too 'edgy' and 'serious', whereas the original show was something really fresh at the time. Last edited by 1/2Shell; 09-08-2012 at 06:41 PM.

09-07-2012, 10:41 PM	#85
Slade god status Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Louisiana Posts: 3,291	Mirage Movie 1 2k3 Toon IDW OT __________________ Do not concern yourself with what I've already done: rather tremble at the thought of what I am about to do. Everyone has a plan 'till they get punched in the mouth. http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=48140

09-10-2012, 03:38 PM	#86
Icegaze Hench Mutant Join Date: Mar 2011 Posts: 283	My favourite version of TMNT is the 2k3 version (seasons 1 to 5). I hope Nick's version will make me change my mind. __________________

09-10-2012, 08:05 PM	#87
Vegeta Hench Mutant Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Chicago Posts: 398	My inner child tells me ot is the best. The current adult art lover in me likes Mirage (eastman and laird years) best. Seriously, the black and white art is just gorgeous. The IDW collections have been really fun to pick up __________________

04-27-2012, 07:15 AM	#81
Drose18 The Catalina Wine Mixer Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 1,865	2003 for sure. My favorite episode is Prodigal Son.

04-27-2012, 02:52 PM	#82
Stingray69 Stone Warrior Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 916	I don't know if I could pick a favorite. I enjoy um all.

04-29-2012, 01:10 AM	#83
Mutagen Random Punk Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 32	Definitely the 87 series. In a pill, very unique designs, great 80s excessiveness, memorable characters and pure entertainment. The series became such phenomenon for a reason, and it apparently clicked with a lot of people. The first two TMNT movies are ok, but anything outside of the 87 series, Archie comics and first 2 movies Im not really a fan of

09-12-2012, 04:06 AM	#89
Method101 Random Punk Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 36	It will and always will be the original toon series. It was the reason I even watched the 2003 and am excited about the new one. It made TMNT what it is today, as much as people talk down about it because of how campy and corny it was, THAT's what made it big for kids in our generation. The original will always have a special place in my heart.

09-12-2012, 10:16 PM	#90
Cipher Foot Elite Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 3,454	Mirage comics by an incredibly large margin. It's the only one that attempts to be more than just an action/comedy series. A lot of it's just stupid fun, but it's had plenty of stories over the years that are downright intelligent, and even the duds reflect the work the (mostly underground) collection of artists were putting in. I've tried all and enjoyed most other adaptations though.