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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Season One, Part One

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I saw the original series back in the 80s, and like everyone did back then--loved it. I watched the cartoons regularly, and each movie as it came out. The franchise had a good run, but I didn't expect to see it come back. Much to my surprise, in 2003 a brand new cartoon appeared--and the turtles were more serious, the Shredder was actually intimidating, rather than the bumbling villain from the 80s--it didn't take long before I was sucked in. But the DVD releases were lackluster. When everyone else was releasing season sets for $40-$50, you could only buy TMNT episodes 3 to a disc at $15! So I held off on buying them, hoping the company would come to their senses. And now that I was just getting to the point of thinking I would have to go hunt down all the older 3-episode DVDs, they finally wised up! I feel bad for those who already bought the older DVDs, but I'm very glad they are finally being released in this format. It's better for collectors, and more friendly to those who might not have wanted to pay so much for the single discs (like me).

The 2003 cartoon has had great art/animation, and a more serious, exciting tone that has made it alot of fun to watch. If you were a fan of the old show but have never seen this, give it a try, you won't be disappointed.

Since no one else has posted it, here's a list of the episodes that should be on this disc (from an online episode guide-may vary a little):

1- 1 Things Change
1- 2 A Better Mousetrap (1)
1- 3 Attack of the Mousers (2)
1- 4 Meet Casey Jones
1- 5 Nano
1- 6 Darkness on the Edge of Town
1- 7 The Way of Invisibility
1- 8 Fallen Angel
1- 9 Garbageman
1-10 The Shredder Strikes (1)
1-11 The Shredder Strikes (2)
1-12 The Unconvincing Turtle Titan

Overall this should be a great set of solid episodes. I'm definitely pre-ordering this one.

This series is, by far, the best thing that has been done with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles since the original comic book. It easily surpasses the original cartoon and the first three movies in terms of visuals, action, characterization, plot and continuity. Everyone who's ever loved the turtles should own this series. That said, there are probably a good many people who already do, as this has been released before. However, the previous releases for these twelve episodes were three episodes to a DVD for more per DVD than the cost of this set. Not exactly ideal. This set is good for anyone who is just getting into the series and doesn't want to spend very much or for the DVD addict who is running out of room on their shelves. And it's a good way to send a message to the people in charge of such things that customers are still interested in season sets for this cartoon. After all, if they don't see any interest in what came before, they're hardly likely to release anything new.

I at one time collected the volumes, but when the episodes became out of order, I stopped.

This is for anyone who doesn't want 6-8 volumes per season. This is something Funimation and 4kids should have been doing Since day one. This is an obvious beginning showing they are releasing all 4 seasons in 2 volumes sets with 2 discs in each volume. By the time they get to Season 4, it is my hope they will have Season 5 (dubbed "The Lost Season" in many respects) Ready to release as a final addition to this collection.

This series outstands the original 1989 series for various reasons. delving back into the original black and white mirage comics for reference, This series expands in plot, character development and consistency where the 10-year running series merely entertained the idea the turtles were Ninja and barely gave it true form or reference.

While I collect and admire the old series for its longevity and childhood memories, TMNT2003 is one series I watch over and over again.

If you have been Reluctant to collect this series thus far because of the amount of volumes and the price each volume costs, I recommend to buy this and start the Turtles story all over again.

This is amazing, how far things have come. The very first dvd of this show only included 3 episodes. Now six fit on one disc!

This show won me back to comics in general and TMNT in particular. From the first episode I saw (which is NOT on this disc, btw) I was hooked, and as soon as I could watch all of the past episodes I did-- and was more and more amazed! It has the feel of the comics (even adapting some of the old comics stories as well), plus a feel that is more "grown up" than the fun-loving toon of the 80s/90s. All of the voice actors are fantastic, especially- forgive my spelling-- Michael Sinternnclaus as Leo, Sam Regal as Don, John Campbell as Raph, Wayne Grayson as Mikey, and Darren Dunstan as Splinter-- and they play off of each other smoothly. The family bond is really apparent in all of the episodes, and as I look at my other DVDs from the following seasons, I can see growth and development in the characters. The action sequences in some of the episodes is awesome! The fight with Shredder in "The Shredder Strikes" parts one and two are wicked (and only surpassed in "The Shredder Strikes Back" parts one and two, not on this disc), the humor is not over the top, and you get the feel that these could be real characters-- indeed, a real family.

Like Nano in the one episode, and Leatherhead in later ones, that is the most important thing: Family. And I'm glad that this family has come into my life.

This dvd set collects the first twelve episodes of the current Ninja Turtles animated series, which began back in 2003. The episodes on this set were previously released as individual 3-episode discs by Funi and 4Kids.

While it's not perfect, this is a quality series, and is probably the best thing with 4Kids' name attached to it. The show has a more mature look compared to the 80s series, much more in line with Justice League and today's action shows. Some characters like Baxter and April are closer to the original comics, while others like the Shredder have their origins retooled for a few new surprises. The best part about this new series is the strong continuity from episode to episode. Things that happen in one episode affect the next one, and elements introduced here affect seasons down the line. It's quite enjoyable.

With the first twelve episodes we're introduced to all the main players, filled in on the Turtles' history, and led up to the first major battle with the Shredder. It's all solid, but it's small change compared to what later episodes will pull off. The second volume of season 1 will be much more exciting. Fans who've seen this before or bought the old volumes will find nothing new. No bonus features either, a disappointment. But if you've never seen this series at all, add another star to the rating.

It took Funi long enough to put out these affordable volume sets, but they're worth it. I hope future volumes come at a decent pace.

I started looking into the teenage mutant ninja turtles when my younger brother began collecting the 80's action figures. The first thing I got was the 80's cartoon mainly because my two older brothers had watched it a kids and loved it. I got it and was disappointed; it was just plain silly. My older brothers agreed that it was horrible and I moved on. Next I looked into the original comic, as it turned out I wasn't allowed to read it. So finally I looked into the 2003 cartoon. I liked it a lot, it was dark, interesting, and well animated. On the other hand it still has some annoyances that come with being a kids cartoon. No one ever seems to die and why in the world don't the main characters use the blades on their bladed weapons. After watching the first bunch of episodes I really wanted to buy them but unfortunately they were released on three episode discs (why? why?). So I was overjoyed when I found out about the 12 episode sets. I plan to buy them when they start coming out. A few notes to fans of the show if you like this show you will love the new movie from imagi and second who's stupid idea was Fast Forward, I have not seen it yet but it looks lousy.

After the first show that made the Ninja Turtles what they are today, they now get a new show of the new century, but this time it's different from that of the old show. This time around the show is more story oriented and the action is probably better than that of the original show that started in the late `80s. While this show borrowed elements of the first movie while at the same time stayed true to the comics, though there's one thing that didn't change and that's the Shredder is still a part of the Turtle universe. While this set only contains like the first half of the first season, but it's better than trying to do what was done with the other show releasing in volumes for the first three seasons then not releasing Season sets. This set helps brings the turtles to how they could've been originally, but at the same time helps brings fans in a younger generation. I give this set a 4 stars out of 5.

When TMNT was introduced, I had my doubts but after putting my pride aside and lighten up in places... I gave the series a go. Very dramatic for an animated series and does serve as a tribute to the original graphic novel by the team of Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. The Turtles are about 15 years of age, each one unique in personality and fighting technique. the first meeting of Raphael and Casey Jones is classic, Baxter Stockman... very nasty (not the geek of the first animated series) and Shredder (no shame). Plenty of action, comedy and great storyline... I give Season 1, Part 1 a 10 (10 fingers).

Its about time they released these DVD's the right way! However, its not a good thing for those who spend probablly $40-50 on an entire season or 2. But anyways when they did release these DVD's they left out the closed captioning/subtitles & they really have no bonus features. I guess they're tryin to do this the cheap way & sooner or later these dvds won't last for the sheer fact they will release others in its place.

I enjoyed watching the original 1987 series as a kid & i loved it! They had plenty of different episodes to keep everyone entertained & to be honest its a classic! I saw the movies & they were not bad but they were not the best made movies ever. I noticed it was pretty unrealistic but for a 90's movie who would expect it to be that way. Not to mention most of the dialog is pretty embarrassing. I think the original tv cartoon definatly surpasses the movies.

But when i heard they were redoing the series & following it closer to the comics i was pretty shocked of how it came out. I never realized the original series was nothing like the comics. Many people may not like the new series but i honestly, think its a great improvement. I still hear that this new series is still not really as close to the comics as it should be, really i wonder if the TMNT comics are really for kids. They did make this new series try to be more kids like & they even have the Fast Foward more for kids then the first 5 seasons. I wonder if they will put the actual comics onto a dvd set like they did with the Xmen comics. I would recommend this series for those who are into Xmen or into comics themselves.

I held off on getting the DVDs because I figured that this would eventually happen. Glad I was right. Now I can finally start collecting the series!