IDW TMNT #46 - Variant Cover Guide

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The saga continues...

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Also out today is the second printing of last month's issue #45. The variant cover guide for issue #45 has been updated with the new cover.

Cover A

Cover B

Cover A: Mateus Santolouco.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Kevin Eastman.
Regular cover.

Cover C

Cover C: Alberto Ponticelli.
Retailer incentive cover; 1 copy sent to retailers for every 10 copies ordered.

TMNT 2012, Episode 3.18 "The Deadly Venom"

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New episode tomorrow!

From TVGuide.com...

Episode 3.18 "The Deadly Venom"
Karai becomes brainwashed and goes after the turtles.

Watch it at 11am Eastern/10am Central time Sunday. Check your local listings to be sure when it's on in your town!

Mondo's "First Turtle" Vinyl Figures Now Available for Pre-Order

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First previewed at Comic-Con last summer, Mondo's "First Turtle" vinyl figures are now available for pre-order. Based on Kevin Eastman's original drawing that inspired what became our familiar team of four, the figure is available with several paint variations to appeal to all fans.

Kevin Eastman's original "Ninja Turtle" drawing.

As pictured above, there is a black and white version, a full-color with red mask version, and a full-color with orange mask version. Each variation is priced at $65.

A Deluxe Limited Edition version, priced at $100, featuring the black and white paint style with interchangeable heads (black and white, but with a red mask and orange mask), was also briefly available, but has already sold out.

Check 'em out and pre-order here!

"Ninja Turtles 2" Set Pictures Reveal Costumes and Cast

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Shortly after the announcement that Stephen Amell will be playing the role of Casey Jones in the TMNT movie sequel, Half Shell, amateur set pictures popped up online of Amell filming in his Casey Jones costume. This prompted Paramount/Nickelodeon to release an official picture of Amell.

You have to do a bit of squinting, but you can read the name "EASTMAN" on the hockey stick he's holding.

Also spotted recently was the one-and-only Judith Hoag, shooting street scenes with Megan Fox (April O'Neil) and Will Arnett (Vern Fenwick). Of course, Hoag was the original April O'Neil in the first TMNT movie from 1990. Although she declined working in the sequels to that film, she remains for many the definitive April O'Neil. While her role in the new movie isn't known, it is definitely a nice acknowledgment to the past.

Pictures courtesy ComingSoon.net.

TMNT 2012, Episode 3.17 "Meet Mondo Gecko"

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New episode this Sunday! And another familiar face from the past...

From TVGuide.com...

Episode 3.17 "Meet Mondo Gecko"
A skateboarding reptilian becomes friends with Mikey and Casey.

Watch it at 11am Eastern/10am Central time Sunday. Check your local listings to be sure when it's on in your town!

TMNT 2012, Episode 3.16 "Clash of the Mutanimals"

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New episode this Sunday! And don't forget that tomorrow is FREE COMIC BOOK DAY!

From TVGuide.com...

Episode 3.16 "Clash of the Mutanimals"
The Mighty Mutanimals are abducted by Shredder, who performs experiments on them.

Watch it at 11am Eastern/10am Central time Sunday. Check your local listings to be sure when it's on in your town!

IDW TMNT #45 - Variant Cover Guide

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So, you might have heard, but when we last saw the Turtles... well, things weren't going so well. What comes next?

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Also out today is the third printing of last month's monumental issue #44. The variant cover guide for issue #44 has been updated with the new covers.

Cover A

Cover B

Cover A: Mateus Santolouco.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Kevin Eastman.
Regular cover.

Cover C

Cover D

Cover C: Zach Howard.
Retailer incentive cover; 1 copy sent to retailers for every 10 copies ordered.

Cover D: Simon Bisley.
Convention exclusive. Available at Motor City Comic Con.

Cover E

Cover F

Cover E: Adam Gorham.
Convention exclusive. Available at Ottawa Comiccon.

Cover F: Mateus Santolouco.
Second printing.

Nickelodeon's TMNT Series Celebrates Daytime Emmy Win

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This past weekend, Nickelodeon's "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" cartoon series was, in a tie with "All Hail King Julien," awarded a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Casting for an Animated Series or Special.

The award specifically recognizes Meredith Layne, Sarah Noonan, and Gene Vassilaros. Congratulations to the TMNT team!

TMNT New Animated Adventures #22 - Variant Cover Guide

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New comic book day!

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Cover A

Cover B

Cover A: Dario Brizuela.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Meaghan Carter.
Subscription variant cover; distributed to those who subscribe to TMNT through their local comic shop.

Free Comic Book Day is This Saturday!

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Free Comic Book Day is this Saturday, May 2!

Be sure to visit your local comic book store(s) to pick up some fabulous free comic book offerings, and just to support the industry in general. (Go on, find a little something extra to buy while you're there.)

If you happen to be in Maine, or can get yourself there, be sure to visit Steve Lavigne's Shellback Artworks, where TMNT co-creator Peter Laird will be doing an appearance and signing comic books.

Location:
Shellback Artworks
1509 Post Rd
Wells, Maine

Laird will be appearing from 12:00-3:00pm.

And if you do find yourself at Shellback Artworks, Laird and Lavigne will also be selling the previously unpublished TMNT Vol. 4, #31. This means that all of Volume 4 will have finally been published!

Remaining copies will likely go up for sale on the official Mirage website soon after, so watch for news of that sale if you can't make it to the event.

No matter where you go to celebrate Free Comic Book Day, be sure to get to your store early so you can secure your copy of this year's special Free Comic Book Day TMNT comic, Prelude to Vengeance.

The Turtles’ final battle with Shredder begins here! This book will take us inside the minds of key characters in the TMNT universe, revealing the epic moments that have led to the present, as well as setting the stage for the biggest storyline yet with all new material!

Whew! It's going to be a big day for TMNT fans!

More Casting News for "Ninja Turtles 2"

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Two more keys roles have been cast in the upcoming "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2." Reports state that Tyler Perry will be playing scientist Baxter Stockman, while Brian Tee has been cast as Shredder.

Tyler Perry

Brian Tee

Brian Tee replaces Tohoru Masamune, who was cast as Shredder for reshoots on the 2014 film when it was determined necessary to change the story, which originally had William Ficthner's Eric Sacks character playing the role of Shredder.

While Tyler Perry is perhaps most known for a long list of comedic movies that include his name in the title, he has also played a number of dramatic roles, most recently in last year's "Gone Girl."

Team Eastman 2015 Tour T-Shirts Now Available

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If you've seen TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman at any of his many convention appearances the last couple of years, you've probably seen him and wife Courtney sporting snazzy "Team Eastman" t-shirts. Well, Team Eastman is now making special "Tour" t-shirts available to fans.

On the front are the words "TEAM EASTMAN," with Kevin's first Turtle sketch taking the place of the "A." And like concert t-shirts, the Team Eastman shirts have a list of 2015 convention appearances on the back.

If you plan on seeing Kevin at one of his remaining 2015 appearances, limited numbers of shirts should be available at the shows. However, buying online means you don't have to worry about supply and it means that you can wear your shirt when you see Kevin.

If you're ready to join Team Eastman, you can go to Kevin's website to buy. Shirts are available in His and Hers styles, and are priced $24.95 and $27.95 respectively (plus shipping). (I got my shirt in less than a week, so shipping is quite prompt!)

Michael Bay Tweets Photos of New "Ninja Turtles" Vehicles

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This weekend, Michael Bay tweeted some photos of "Just some stuff I found..." While no further information was provided, the pictures are assumed to be vehicles from "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2," which is in the beginning phases of production.

Just some stuff I found… http://t.co/yydcIebaIC pic.twitter.com/sYNXmPpNJL
— Michael Bay (@michaelbay) April 25, 2015

Two of the pictures detail a garbage truck with the words "Tartaruga Brothers" painted on the side, which is quite obviously from TMNT. "Tartaruga" is the Italian word for "Turtle."

In the 4Kids TMNT cartoon series, the Turtles utilized a moving truck labeled "Tortuga Brothers Moving." "Tortuga" is the Spanish word for "Turtle."

TMNT 2012, Episode 3.15 "The Noxious Avenger"

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New episodes start again this Sunday morning!

From TVGuide.com...

Episode 3.15 "The Noxious Avenger"
A new mutant appears on the scene and wants to become famous for being a "Monster Hero."

Watch it at 11am Eastern/10am Central time Sunday. Check your local listings to be sure when it's on in your town!

IDW Limited "Secret History of the Foot Clan" Workprint Edition Now Available

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IDW Limited's special presentation of "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secret History of the Foot Clan" Workprint Edition is now available. Each copy of this limited edition book includes one hand-drawn piece of original artwork from an amazing TMNT artist. The book and art are housed together in a hand-built tray case designed exclusively for this collection.

What's a Workprint Edition?

Workprint Editions offer extra insight into the comic book process, by printing the complete script on the left-hand side with the corresponding line art next to it. This edition also contains annotations from the writer and artist.

The Blue Edition (limited to 25 copies) has already sold out, but you can order the Black Edition (limited to 100 copies) right now! Get it while you can!

TMNT Color Classics Vol. 3 #4 - Variant Cover Guide

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IDW's "Color Classics" Volume 3 continues with Part 2 of "City at War."

Cover A

Cover A: A.C. Farley.
Regular cover.

Stephen Amell Cast as Casey Jones in "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2"

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Right on the heels of the first filming report, we're now getting some casting news for the upcoming sequel to last year's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie. Stephen Amell, who plays Oliver Queen/Arrow on "Arrow," apparently won the role of Casey Jones in auditions held just this past weekend.

According to Variety.com, "Amell tested with a half-dozen actors over the weekend, but it was his chemistry with Fox that led to the studio eventually giving the role to the star of CW’s 'Arrow.'"

Amell steps into the shoes of Elias Koteas, who is the only other actor to play Casey Jones in a live-action role. Koteas, who played the role in the first and third New Line Cinema live-action movies, is still highly praised for his performances even 25 years later and for many remains the quintessential Casey Jones. (Yes, TMNT fans, the first live-action movie turned 25 this past Sunday, March 29!)

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2 is currently scheduled for release June 3, 2016.

"Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2" Title Possibly Revealed

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Reports from this past weekend possibly provided some details on the sequel to last year's "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" movie from Paramount, which has started filming in New York.

One scene, filmed Wednesday at Madison Square Garden, had Will Arnett's character, Vern Fenwick, at a basketball game with his apparent girlfriend, played by Victoria's Secret lingerie model Alessandra Ambrosio. (Convenient, considering the last shot of the first movie.) During filming, the two shared a bag of popcorn and, apparently, at least one kiss.

During a podcast interview with The Lowe Post, LA Clippers star J.J. Redick detailed, that he, along with fellow Clippers Austin Rivers, Matt Barnes, Spencer Hawes, and DeAndre Jordan were featured in the filming along with five Knicks players. He also let slip that the title might be "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Half Shell."

Of course, shooting titles are subject to change, so it's hard to take any meaning from this.

Source: UPROXX.com

Kevin Eastman Joins IDW Team with Exclusivity Contract

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In an announcement yesterday at Emerald City Comic Con, IDW and Kevin Eastman announce that Eastman has signed an exclusivity contract with IDW that will see all of his new projects created solely with IDW.

From a press release, it was detailed that Eastman will be joining the IDW staff "in their newly announced move to San Diego’s historic Liberty Station NTC offices with an office on-site, and his original works will mark the inaugural exhibition of the San Diego Comic Art Gallery"

More information about the gallery here: http://www.idwpublishing.com/idw-publishing-makes-big-move

IDW’s working relationship with Eastman started in 2011 with the launch of the all-new IDW Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series. Eastman has continued to work closely with IDW on projects including classic reprints of the Ninja Turtles, special IDW Limited editions featuring original art alongside essential stories, and cover art for hit original series. A number of new projects will be announced in the coming months as part of this agreement.

Nickelodeon to Release TMNT 4Kids Series on DVD

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In a long-anticipated move, Nickelodeon has announced the DVD re-release of two volumes of episodes from the 4Kids TMNT cartoon series. Unfortunately, it's probably not the release fans have been waiting for.

From a pressrelease provided by TVShowsOnDVD.com:

The classic 2003 series of the hot Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise returns to DVD with Volume 1 and Volume 2. Each single-disc volume includes 3 first season episodes filled with all the ninja action and comic-book adventure that TMNT fans love...released in time for summer and available at hot, low value pricing!

So, we're getting two single-disc volumes that have only three episodes, and it also sounds like they might not even be the first six episodes?

The classic 2003 series of the hot Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise returns to DVD with Volume 1 and Volume 2. Each single-disc volume includes 3 first season episodes filled with all the ninja action and comic-book adventure that TMNT fans love...released in time for summer and available at hot, low value pricing!

Honestly, I have no idea what to expect from this. On the one hand, sales of these will probably be used to justify future releases. But, if you don't yet have these episodes on DVD, you probably want to hold out for something better.

TMNT Mutanimals #2 - Variant Cover Guide

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New comic book day, part 2!

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Cover A

Cover B

Cover A: Andy Kuhn.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Ben Bates.
Subscription variant cover; distributed to those who subscribe to TMNT through their local comic shop.

TMNT New Animated Adventures #21 - Variant Cover Guide

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New comic book day!

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Cover A

Cover B

Cover A: Dario Brizuela.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Jon Sommariva.
Subscription variant cover; distributed to those who subscribe to TMNT through their local comic shop.

TMNT 2012, Episode 3.14 "Casey Jones vs. the Underworld"

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New episode tomorrow!

From TVGuide.com...

Episode 3.14 "Casey Jones vs. the Underworld"
Casey Jones embarks on a solo mission to take down organized crime.

Watch it at 11am Eastern/10am Central time Sunday. Check your local listings to be sure when it's on in your town!

IDW Announces New "Casey & April" Mini Series

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Beginning in June, IDW will be publishing a special four-issue mini series featuring Casey Jones and April O'Neil. In an exclusive interview with IDW, writer Mariko Tamaki and artist Irene Koh give some background on this story that sees April and Casey on a road trip to the southwest.

When asked for details about the dangers that Casey and April will encounter while on the hunt for Pantheon-related answers, Tamaki kept things vague but did offer a hint at the kinds of threats our heroes will encounter. "Well, when you're dealing with the Pantheon, you're dealing with some supernatural level challenges," said Tamaki. "It's a battle of minds and will." 

Potentially more pressing than the dangers that April and Casey will run into on this road trip are the relationship problems that the couple will confront in the series. "April and Casey are lovers in a dangerous time," said Tamaki. "The question is, what does it mean to be in love when it's not such a dangerous time? What does it mean to have love last?"

Read the rest at ComicBookResources.com.

IDW TMNT #44 - Variant Cover Guide

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Get the next and final chapter in "Attack on Technodrome"!

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Cover A

Cover B

Cover A: Cory Smith.
Regular cover.

Cover B: Kevin Eastman.
Subscription variant cover; distributed to those who subscribe to TMNT through their local comic shop.

Cover C

Cover D

Cover C: Tadd Galusha.
Retailer incentive cover; 1 copy sent to retailers for every 10 copies ordered.

Cover D: Tommy Patterson.
Convention exclusive. Available at Tricon, West Virginia Comic Con.

Cover E

Cover F

Cover E: Cory Smith.
Second printing.

Cover F: Cory Smith.
Third printing.

Cover E

Cover E: Adam Gorham.
Third printing. Convention exclusive. Available at Ottawa Comiccon and Montreal Comiccon.