
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Movie • 1990
Hey dude, this is NO cartoon.
A quartet of humanoid turtles, trained by their mentor in Ninjutsu, must learn to work together to face the menace of Shredder and the Foot Clan.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Movie • 1990
Hey dude, this is NO cartoon.
A quartet of humanoid turtles, trained by their mentor in Ninjutsu, must learn to work together to face the menace of Shredder and the Foot Clan.
Bara says...
Ages 8+, but every child is different
The film contains high-intensity martial arts combat and depictions of weapon-based fighting that require a level of maturity to distinguish from real-life behavior. The tone is punctuated by moments of suspense and dark urban atmosphere that may startle younger viewers.
Content Safety Breakdown
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Sex & Nudity
There is no sexual content or nudity in this film, as it focuses entirely on action and friendship.
Violence & Gore
The movie contains frequent ninja-style martial arts combat, involving punching, kicking, and the use of weapons, though injuries are not graphic or bloody.
Profanity
The dialogue uses mild insults and expletives such as "d*mn" (several times), "h*ll" (a few times), and "cr*p" (occasionally), mostly used by the street-thug characters.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There are scenes showing teenagers in a hideout using tobacco products and playing cards, which is portrayed as rebellious behavior, but drug use is not glorified.
Frightening Scenes
No specific content noted
Key Insights
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This is a story about four brothers who learn how to work together as a team to protect their city from bullies and bad guys.
Content Warnings
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What Parents Need to Know
The moderate violence includes hand-to-hand combat, usage of martial arts weaponry, and occasional intense sequences involving the primary antagonist.
What Kids Can Learn
Children observe the value of training, persistence, and putting communal responsibility above personal ego.
Key Topics Discussed
Why Parents Might Like It
It provides a nostalgic look at a pop-culture staple while emphasizing themes of family structure and courage.
Positives & Learning
What makes this content valuable for children
Positive Messages
Emphasis on the strength of brotherhood, the power of mentorship, and the necessity of personal discipline for the greater good.
Positive Role Models
The turtles demonstrate loyalty, humility, and accountability; the mentor figure embodies patience and sagelike wisdom.
Diverse Representations
No diverse representation indicated in available information.
Educational Value
Introduces basic social-emotional concepts regarding the importance of listening to authority figures and cooperative problem-solving.
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