Product Details

• Actors: Vincent Tong, Kirby Morrow, Michael Adamthwaite, Brent Miller, Paul Dobson
• Producers: Torsten Jacobsen, Erik Wilstrup, Irene Sparre
• Format: Animated, Color, NTSC
• Language: English
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 2
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Studio: Warner Home Video
• DVD Release Date: June 26, 2012
• Run Time: 286 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (86 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B007Z8ECHC
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,419 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

Ninjago is an action TV series that's based on the Lego toys and features the martial arts-inspired "spinjitzu": basically a combination of martial arts performed with weapons like swords, scythes, nunchucks, and shurikens combined with very fast spinning. Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu, Season One begins after the series pilot episode and follows ninjas Kai, Cole, Jay, and Zane as they study their craft with Sensei Wu. The four hope to unleash their inner potential in preparation for defending the world against the return of the Dark Lord Garmadon. Prophecy states that one ninja will rise above the others to become the Green Ninja, who is destined to defeat Garmadon. Unfortunately, the four young ninjas are poorly disciplined and more interested in video games (Lego's Ninjago, of course) and food fights than actual training. But when Garmadon's son Lloyd escapes from a boarding school for bad boys and accidentally releases an army of snakes, the ninjas suddenly have a reason to get serious about their training, as the snakes are a threat to the entire land of Ninjago. Sensei Wu is a wise teacher and the young ninjas develop their skills quickly, learning to use their four special weapons in a way that releases their elemental powers. But fate has a surprise for everyone when Lloyd is captured by the snakes and Sensei Wu informs the ninjas that they must rescue him. The question of which of the four ninjas will become the Green Ninja causes no end of bickering among the boys, even as they work together to rescue Lloyd and save Ninjago from the serpents. Interestingly, Kai's sister Nya also plays an unexpectedly important role in the mission to save Ninjago. The surprises just keep coming as five tribes of snakes band together in a quest to release an evil monster known as the Devourer, and eventually the ninjas find Lloyd training right alongside them. The action and suspense throughout this series is good, even if the ninjas often act like unruly prepubescent boys, and there are plenty of important life lessons woven throughout. (Ages 7 to 12) --Tami Horiuchi

Product Description

Join a new force to save the world in Season One of Lego Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu. Ninja heroes Kai, Jay, Zane and Cole take on Lloyd Garmadon, the son of their archenemy, who has released sinister snake tribes in his attempt to conquer the land of Ninjago. But Garmadon's evil plan goes awry when he loses control and becomes a prisoner to the snakes. In an unlikely twist of fate, he joins forces with the ninja to stop an enemy prophesied to cast their land into eternal darkness. According to ancient legend, one ninja will rise above the rest and become the Green Ninja... but who? Join their kid-friendly battle to save the future in all 13 action-packed Season One episodes of Lego Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

40 of 44 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Missing 1st 2 episodes! July 5, 2012

By Emily K. Smith

Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase

My 5 1/2yo son loves Ninjago and was so excited to get this DVD! We've been recording the episodes on tv, but I wanted something to take in the car when we travel. The episodes are great and appropriate for his age (my 3yo also likes watching them) but the 1st two episodes are not on the DVD! I supposed that's why it's not described as "The COMPLETE 1st season." Somewhat frustrating. Now I need to purchase the original DVD, Masters of Spinjitzu, which I did not realize until I looked it up on amazon. I think a little bit of misleading advertising.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Have for any Ninjago Fan! June 7, 2012

By Screaming_Viking

Format:DVD

Before I get on with the review, I must point out that I am the son of Screaming Viking.
Ninjago: Season 1 is an awesome set of episodes. It is somewhat kid-friendly, though there is some kicking and punching in it (against the bad-guys). Even though I am over 13 years of age, this season was a load of fun for me. There is a lot of character developement and story besides the martial arts, if you are worried that this is just going to be another Power Rangers-like series. Do you like Lego Ninjago? If the answer is yes, then this product is definately for you. Also, check out the Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitsu DVD. I have watched every single episode of Ninjago, and I must say that these TV specials are worth seeing over and over again.

56 of 70 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars I wish I would have seen them first... August 11, 2012

By Sarah Hedengren

Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase

My kids love Lego Ninjago. We have bought almost all of the books and they have read them over and over. They have several sets and they spend hours playing with them (and eyeing new sets!).

When my son was about to turn eight, I saw this this product online and was really excited to get it for him for his birthday; I knew he would love it. We had never seen any of the episodes, and I wish I would have watched some first. My kids - they love them. As a mom, I don't like some of the humor and overtones. There are things that are rude or mean used as humor. There is disrespect and complaining to their sensei. Jay whines about losing the high scores on his video games like it is the end of the world.

The first time we watched it I was just cringing in parts and feeling like I wanted it to be the first time and last time they watched it. It isn't over the top terrible, just has enough things that I do not want my children adopting to concern me. Kids are so influenced by media, especially if it is something they love and think is so cool. I discussed with them portions that concern me and that I don't want to see them imitating, so hopefully it will be all right.

The animation is high quality, the opening music is really upbeat and fun, and the kids sure love it. Probably most people interested in buying this have already watched some of them, but if you haven't seen the episodes and are selective about what you have your kids watch I would see if you can watch some episodes online or borrow from a friend before buying.