Why Alan Ritchson HATED Filming Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

[@forbiddencolor]

I had no idea he was in those movies, so he's absolutely right lol.

[@LastBastian]

I still have no idea who this guy is, or which TMNT movie he was in, or who he played.

[@breakwoodhopper6739]

@@LastBastian Raphael the new movies with megan fox I only know two him and the guy that played micheal angelo cause I like both the actors

[@chrollo4836]

@@breakwoodhopper6739 he was on blue mountain state

[@breakwoodhopper6739]

@@chrollo4836 yeah it took me awhile all i could see was thad for awhile 😂

[@Mr_jnk]

same

[@joshkaid]

I love how he said "the turtles!" Like, just the absolute disgust.

[@nuclearcherry4900]

When does he say that

[@seeplusproducts5835]

@@nuclearcherry4900 3:30

[@gonzaloarvietti4920]

Im agree with him Those turtles are shitty cinema That stupid movies was the beggining of the destruction classics

[@friendly1870]

Raphael is always the troublemaker...

[@k-dogg9086]

@Ben Franklin the Hobbit was the same war behind the scenes, even threatening to take production out of New Zealand if PJ didn't do what they said. 😳 Those movies were almost not made, and we see how bad they are bc the studios got their wish. They ruined the Hobbit!

[@antoniomontana2034]

Proof they didn’t give a shit about the story, characters or even cast and just wanted to make money

[@tangiblemammal5273]

Everything made is to make money though to be fair.

[@antoniomontana2034]

Tangible Mammal Obviously but this had no intention on pleasing the fans is what I mean so a complete cash grab

[@tangiblemammal5273]

@Outlaw By Nature let me be stupid and you be smart.

[@jbalien20]

Completely agree.

[@MGSBigBoss77]

Yup! kinda figured this shit was going on with those movies!

[@cocowavs]

It's upsetting that Alan thinks he shouldn't complain just because he's an actor, but first and foremost he's a human being deserving of respect. He worked so hard on those films, same with his TMNT actor counterparts. He has every right to critique everyone involved in this disrespect towards him. Not cool.

[@imanoldurango8213]

It’s really sad that he didn’t get work after blue mountain. He was an amazing comedic actor. He reminds me of John cenas comedic roles. If more studios would’ve given Alan a chance he could’ve had an amazing career. He’s great as teacher tho but most people haven’t watched that show

[@Mr_Flerb]

Bear in mind, though, that this is his version of events. If you ever hear an actor complain that the crew was treated better than him, like he just did, it’s a good sign to be skeptical. And he didn’t say he thought he shouldn’t complain, he said he thought people weren’t going to take his complaining seriously. That’s not so much self-deprecating as arrogant.

[@mrtommypickelz3441]

​@@imanoldurango8213Well, it's a good thing now that Reacher is number 1 on Amazon. 🔥

[@xOtherStone]

@@Mr_Flerbthat’s the opposite of arrogance though no? If he was arrogant he would be 100% confident people would take his criticisms seriously.

[@James-nr2hi]

​​@@Mr_FlerbThat's not arrogance and if you think it is then you clearly don't understand what the word means.

[@NeoRetroEntertainment]

When he was told there wouldn't be a third film he was probably like "Oh thank god!"

[@pastoryoda2789]

Nick Versteeg Plenty of people around the world hate their jobs and get paid chump change and people are over here praising Actors who complain about a job that pays their bills for 5 yeas... wtf?

[@tronicon]

@@pastoryoda2789 and this is exactly the kind of response that he was trying to avoid and explained at the end of the video. Smh.

[@xg3990]

@@pastoryoda2789 srsly!? Rich people should not be allowed the human experience 🙄

[@25Alastor]

Did anyone else view this as him saying it as a bombastic Thad Castle?

[@koshar44]

No, that's your chance to ask for big $$$$$$$$$

[@snakemasterbaka]

For how great of an actor he is, definitely didn’t deserve to be treated like that.

[@milboxr9772]

No-one does

[@eska1292]

He is actually good specially in bms

[@callmegary2622]

hes horrible in the show titans, tho that's the only place I've seen him so idk

[@CodyS777-oc8vs]

Lmao Look up what “Voice Acting” means you idiot!

[@hadiali484]

I'm going back to clean toilets

[@gohanson27]

I'm with Alan Ritchson. Treat everyone with respect.

[@jimmyv1753]

And he is an AMAZING Jack Reacher

[@EANwaites2013]

And He is perfect for Raphael

[@timtam3730]

This is kinda sad to hear because I think all the actors who played the Turtles in the 2014 and 2016 TMNT movies did a great job despite how badly they were treated. It's so funny how Megan Fox and Will Arnett were treated so much better when their characters were really bland and forgettable.

[@nic8577]

it is definitely sad man. I really enjoyed Alan as Raph and Noel was a really good Michelangelo. I thought part 2 was miles better then part 1 I always wanted to know what part 3 could've been but hearing how shitty they were treated is pretty sad

[@2013venjix]

Plus, You're the MAIN CHARACTER(S)!!!! Alan along with Pete, Noel and Jeremy should've been treated a lot better and get paid more. A LOT MORE! Could've made Megan and Will the supporting characters.

[@anubisshadowreaper8808]

​@TYLER you don't feel sad for these people you don't speak for everyone

[@JacksonZ.]

​@Anubis shadowreaper The common folk are treated just the same if not worse and still don't make as much money as celebs💀. If I were them, I would shut my sissy ass up lmao

[@mduke76]

@timtam3730 most megan fox roles are bland, she is extremely overrated as far as her "acting" cuz people like to look at her.

[@oscarclarke2653]

It's so weird to see Thad speaking like a normal person.

[@stevengonz]

exactly what i was thinking, and to see him so angry lololol

[@kingbryant2624]

Ididnt even notice this was Thad 😂

[@michaelnichol4085]

Lmfao for real

[@HashbrownGokusan]

Only real ones know that reference bro loool

[@TFVenom96]

Cmon bro beans

[@sonofthefakegod]

Alan is one of the guys who should be alot bigger than he is.

[@Skindrift]

100%

[@ABlackGuy10]

BMS

[@domonchief]

Ikr. I always thought he was a great actor, definitely the best actor and presence from BMS. As much as I love that show I always thought he was too good of an actor for that show. Shame.

[@captaingroot5812]

You can’t get bigger than Thad Castle

[@manwithnoname3279]

Yes. If they would have done any press and public interviews and make the world know who were playing the turtles. It would have gotten them more fame. I didn't ever realize who Alan was until the new Titans series

[@hybridpar]

Why would he think this would make him look like a spoiled actor? He’s a disgruntled worker who got screwed by his employer.

[@huytrinh496]

Not everyone has the open mindset like you. The ignorant folks believe that working as an actor is all glamour and no hard work. They believe every single actor working makes millions upon millions upon millions of dollars that live in nice houses. To the ignorant folks, actors are not seen as actual people. It's a very narrow minded viewpoint and frankly sad.

[@WarmasterDeath]

some people like the taste of boot

[@tiredzzz8918]

He’s humble and being careful. Smart move on his part.

[@xpercipio]

probably because some headline could be made, not giving the right context, then people read the headline on facebook or something and don't read the article.

[@cutevirus6842]

I wont put any like coz the jackpot amount number of comment 777 :)

[@SuperSaiyan-1000]

He went from sounding like Raphael, to looking like Raphael.... 😮😮

[@mrhaast5053]

It doesn't matter if your job is being an actor or inseminating turkeys management should be treating all employees in a professional manner.

[@D.S.44]

AgentOrange 01 do you work as an inseminator of turkeys? Because that’s pretty specific

[@normanmcevoy3782]

@@D.S.44 The Inseminator 3: Rise of the turkeys. Starring me directed by me produced by appletv or disney plus or whatever

[@samirdaric2493]

@@normanmcevoy3782 inseminator cums back 😂 😂 you made my day bro

[@MrE_]

This statement changes if you put the comma after the word 'management'

[@macruz8503]

Norman McEvoy: Bro sorry to tell you but The Inseminator movies ended with Inseminator 2: Thanksgiving Day!

[@sharpersflorist918]

The fact that they treated THE Thad Castle so poorly is disgusting

[@brandonlyon6985]

sharper's florist fax

[@M_harch]

😂😂

[@Kazeromaru]

Who?

[@Unhinged_Mammoth]

You won’t get it if you haven’t watched blue mountain state

[@livingroomsuperstar]

@@Kazeromaru do yourself a favor and watch everything you can with Thad Castle in it. Thank me later, bro beans

[@madg620]

Those turtles look like gears of wars locust on steroids

[@theoutsiderjess1869]

Piga Chu which is why I didn’t watch this

[@xChris_Kentx]

Very true.

[@Opiumloner]

Piga Chu beautiful game tho

[@goldenscreenwarriors]

they were way too damn big

[@cjlabrador6772]

they look like they could make thanos look like a bitch wich is not the normal ninja turtle i know

[@chrisfox8939]

Absolutely love Alan as an actor. He's got integrity, passion and drive. I've loved every role he's played that I've seen so far and I hope he gets the recognition he deserves. As someone else mentioned, Reacher is amazing and a good test of his acting prowess. He is very entertaining to watch and that's the point.

[@maccazbra7530]

If you haven't seen TITANS it's a bit slow to start but it does get better eventually, he does great in that show

[@TheTeslaBaz]

i just started Reacher recently and its aweesome! Alan is awesome

[@M0ike]

Skinny Reacher

[@chrisfox8939]

@M0ike you'd be surprised dude, I bet if he took all that off, he'd still be ripped. He was pretty ripped in his top franchises. Blue Mountain State, Titans and Reacher, that spans more than 10 years.

[@jimmyv1753]

@@M0ikehe is as big as Reacher. Well maybe an inch or two shorter and maybe 10 pounds light but the guy sells REACHER incredibly well. He is a little young but those things are easy to cast aside for the amazing performance he gives as this character. He will forever be Jack Reacher

[@84everfan90]

He's a REALLY good Raphael though.

[@gabrielolegario1408]

yeah even if so he still hated it anyways

[@thedukeofchutney468]

@@gabrielolegario1408 That’s probably why he was a good Raphael. The anger was real.

[@gabrielolegario1408]

@@thedukeofchutney468 yeah

[@nickbriggs9620]

Legit! Best part of the movie really!!!

[@pejuangskripsi7320]

@@thedukeofchutney468 well said

[@Levikelly90]

Honestly a bummer to hear that he was treated so badly.

[@Jul-fu4yu]

Levi Kelly its like with animated movies. All the people who do the animations get little credit, while the voice actors get all the credit

[@AdderTude]

It wasn't just Michael Bay (or probably not at all). It was probably all of the other producers involved with both films (Form, Fuller, Walker, and Mednick).

[@gadielsilva6826]

this guy is talented, he did a good role as AquaMan, in Smallville.

[@wheeler6768]

And hes currently doing a pretty solid job as Hawk in Titans

[@montraybrown9008]

Gadiel Silva that’s where I known him for from smallville

[@charlesdunn5215]

@@montraybrown9008 Smallville? Not Thad Castle from Blue Mountain State? Holy crap you guys need to look up BMS.

[@montraybrown9008]

Charles Dunn BMS?

[@wonderduck2345]

@@montraybrown9008 blue mountain state. He played Thad castle. It's a football show with no football at all. Look it up. It had a Netflix movie called bms: the rise of thadland.

[@matthewscorner2990]

As someone who's trying to get into acting and writing and stuff, this is a very helpful insight as to what kind of behavior can be expected from certain companies and directors and whatnot.

[@2013venjix]

When entering this industry, you need to mind your surroundings.

[@MetalFacedGamer]

Make no mistake about it. That's in every industry. It's just more public in this specific case. Have a goal. Stay focused on your goal and let nothing deter you from your goal - EVER

[@OHNO-k9l]

Reacher is a 10/10. His portrayal of the character is prodigious and I can't wait for season 2. Bravo, Alan.

[@R__K]

Doesn't even look like him compared to Reacher... he got huge for the Reacher series.

[@terakahn]

@@R__K From what I heard he really bulked up to try to fit the fictional character as well as possible.

[@stevenboyko9176]

Dude can’t act.. reacher acting was low budget

[@knome9059]

@@stevenboyko9176 what are you even talking about bro💀

[@R__K]

@@stevenboyko9176 yes, that spells why show was renewed less than 24hrs after season 1 was released right? Clown.

[@Id___]

I see where he pulls his rage from when he's acting as Hawk in Titans :p

[@kieranhealy8279]

Love him in that!!!

[@I-speak-U-shut-it]

Dude kicked ass in Titans🔥🔥🔥

[@dominiquepowell3158]

He's badass on that show.

[@ryanmadej6694]

Lol well explained

[@garyfrood6670]

That’s where I recognise him from

[@logan5429]

Glad he’s in titans, didn’t even know he was the voice of raf

[@jhonnycash7488]

True me either

[@hotroddidnothingwrong3220]

He did the voice and motion capture.

[@koolaiddude7685894]

Right?? Just verifies a lot of what he is saying. So shit. I would have been way more hype for that movie knowing people like that were behind the voices

[@Dead2MyselfMinistries]

I knew he was. Saw set pictures. I was wondering why did see more press on him. He was a great Ralph

[@ydoyoueven6095]

The real question is ,WTF IS YOUR PROFILE PIC ಠ,_｣ಠ

[@LaurenMiddleton28]

Thankfully it's February 2022 and Reacher is a MONSTER. This guy paid his dues and ANYONE who has worked with Alan knows he's the nicest guy to work with. Alan see you and Catt in Ontario in April!! Love you both!! L.M.

[@lordregent8086]

its 2024 now and season 2 droped, for no ones suprises was a massive hit AGAIN dudes on fire

[@samhain81]

I feel like it was a divine intervention that the second movie bombed, so they were free of that contract

[@mr.carmine5930]

billy boombastic I didn’t even know there was a second movie.

[@evan-gi8cd]

billy boombastic I didn’t even know a second one came out lol

[@smackdowner]

@@mr.carmine5930 The 2nd movie made over a $100 million profit.I'm not defending the 2nd movie at all but don't be fucking stupid because you didn't like it

[@OfLegendBorn]

@@smackdowner No, it didn't make "$100 million profit". Learn how the movie business works. The film had a $135m budget. Add onto that--conservatively--a $70m marketing and distribution budget (it was probably higher, as is usual for such films, but I'm low-balling). Let's say total budget was roughly $200m then, with budget + marketing + distribution. Studios take roughly HALF the box office and the theaters take the other half. At the LOW END the movie needed $400m JUST TO BREAK EVEN. It only received $245m in its worldwide run, meaning it lost a good $150m or more for the studio.

[@OfLegendBorn]

@@smackdowner Also LOLOL @ calling someone stupid when you're a complete idiot about the subject.

[@drunkenyeknom]

Hopefully he doesn’t get blacklisted for coming out against the studio. He seems like a cool guy

[@rcola6235]

Yep.

[@starsfalldown1234567]

Hopefully he does. Why bitch about something you chose to do.

[@player9195]

FlowerPower123 he’s honest about what happen. How’s that bitching so if this happen to you. You’d just stay quiet and not speak up like a shell of a person ?

[@starsfalldown1234567]

@@player9195 if it's at the risk of my career yes I'd woman up and accept responsibility that I signed up for it. Grow up little boy.

[@bargainbin6162]

FlowerPower123 How about you try doing his job and see how you'll do. Ignorance breeds more ignorance.

[@hulkules187]

The way he explains it. Sounds exactly like how the movie was portrayed. The movie should of been called “Megan fox movie with special guest the teenage mutant turtles” no cares about April o Neal she was the useless chick that drove the van.

[@hulkules187]

This is true

[@spirittammyk]

Sadly, the new cartoons are all revolved around April as well. And they wonder why the views started to dip.

[@locsmiths]

She drove the van? I don't even remember her useless ass doing that much.

[@SuperDrunkdragon]

@@spirittammyk i disagree but to each their own

[@spirittammyk]

@@SuperDrunkdragon I was watching the 2012 CG cartoon on NIck, and at first it was really good, but then it became ridiculously about April

[@lorenzouria8849]

It makes me so happy to see him know recognised and cemented as a great actor, his role as Jack reacher is absolutely fantastic

[@geekcommentator8567]

Ashamed to admit I didn’t know he was a part of those films, love his personality even that much more now.

[@CJ-vr6yx]

The only guy I knew was in the movie was the white bad guy and the dude from shameless

[@28mafiapaintball83]

Same here

[@yurrye7243]

He looks like he could be a football captain at a 4 year university

[@joeychan3623]

Yurr Ye You are BMS!!! WE ARE BMS!!! BMS!BMS!! BMS!!!

[@chrisreid5745]

BMS lol

[@Corxival]

@@fufhsmfbcjcndf7721 Oh calm down dude it was just a joke

[@Corxival]

@@fufhsmfbcjcndf7721 Bro I didn't do anything to you so why are you calling me an idiot?

[@Corxival]

@@fufhsmfbcjcndf7721 Oh shut up your the loser attacking people for no reason.

[@brynleyjones2674]

Lets also remember that Michael Bay was producer on them

[@jonathanbaumler798]

Brynley Jones ...and? He helped fund the films, while he was away directing other films...

[@zeroskaterz92]

@@jonathanbaumler798 Can't tell if you're dumb or not, clearly you didn't watch the video.

[@4Everlast]

There should be a list of name and pic's with these assholes so people know whom they're dealing with.

[@z61615]

feyzal92 The film has 14 producers.

[@MGSBigBoss77]

We know Brynley, we know!

[@afeefahnab150]

I absolutely loved the version of Raphael that he played. He actually did a pretty good job. Props to him.

[@Ishbikes]

Have you seen the original tmnt 1990? How does he compare to that one? That one was the coolest, but our turtles cursed..I’m not sure whether y’all turtles have the personalities that ours had. I’m asking though..

[@k-dogg9086]

@@Ishbikes they were similar, but not cussing. The animals were cool but way to large to be ninja at that point. And some of the cgi did last too. The story sucked, the plot ripped off spiderman, and most of the actors.. Fox especially.. were bad. And the Casey Jones in this was not Casey Jones we loved in the 90s film. Totally lacking and opposite.

[@blinkenschnaag777]

@@Ishbikes the 1990's live action had always been my favorite. That's the type of Raphael I like. He could fight like a ninja and looked good in a trenchcoat too. So ... Let's throw away the Bay!😂

[@Ishbikes]

@@blinkenschnaag777 hahah yea, The 1990 turtles were from New York 😂 Ralph had a heavy Italian New York accent

[@marquezanthony8083]

@@Ishbikeshe really did 😂😂😂 pretty much they all had a decent accent 😂

[@khaelstorm2552]

I didn’t know Hawk was also a TMNT and hearing his side of the story is so heartbreaking, and he’s a really good actor too that’s a shame, we appreciate the honesty, honestly.

[@BajanShinobi]

Also Aquaman on Smallville years ago

[@19werewolf19]

He was Rafael

[@killianmccluff36]

And Thad

[@thebombsquadtv6151]

The same guy who threatened Jason Todd!

[@Fallout7295]

Who's hawk?

[@mattflo00]

This dude is talented af , he needs more leading roles sucks to hear he was treated like this

[@VideosOfRandomContext]

Mattflo00 I just realised this is the guy that plays hawk in DC’s Titans....BRUH WHERE TF HE AT! HE DOES NEED LEADING ROLES OMFG. He’s so good at acting!!!!!!!!! More roles more roles c’mon

[@sup4952]

Jason Did you even watch the interview or did you just decide to comment some dumb shit after 1 minute of listening?

[@jayp.6166]

Yea, He's great in Titans

[@gman8230]

Seems like he valued himself more than they did simple as that. Notice how he hesitated when they asked if everyone else had the same experience. Then he went on to back track and say Will and Megan got better treatment cuz they had "real writers" and yada yada. No, they had better agents. And those things he is complaining about get negotiated in contracts. Of course the studio is going to try to keep costs as low as possible. Those perks usually come out of the actors pay, cuz they usually have a full entourage they pay for and that will be stipulated in the contract. So he needs to he mad at his agent. He screwed himself.

[@gman8230]

@@sup4952 problem today is people are just celebrity worshiping. If a celeb said it, you gonna believe it. Oh, unless it's someone the media and Hollywood told you not to like. But this is business and you gotta fight and take it because nobody in that biz is going to take money out of their pockets to put it in yours to give you amenities (if every single employee got every amenities they want production costs would just get out of control, tjat is why these things are negotiated up front! And He knows this he's just using this as a platform to be a victim since it pays so well these days. He shoulda had a better agent or listened to his instincts. But he was prolly too afraid they would just get someone else so he did not negotiate. So don't take a contract and then make the other person look like a piece of shit because you were willing to do it and now you want more. That's just being entitled.

[@Zosima45]

This man kept it all-the-way honest, and his awareness and compassion about how people with tougher jobs might hear him really stands out. Salute

[@NL-fg6it]

It’s because of social media “news” sites who pick one line out of this whole bit and use it for click bait. Then people only read the headline and comment. Weird times we live in

[@imitationsofmyself]

I 100% believe him. Sometimes he goes on rants and his delivery is a bit unhinged but Alan is not a liar. He has no reason to lie. He gains nothing from lying. He has enough situational awareness to call it like it is. Good on him to call out the unfair treatment. No shame in that. I don't think it was him complaining about his job at all. "my wife is gonna stab me when I get home."😂I hope she wasn't mad cause he was speaking his truth. I actually only remember him as Raphael.

[@nickrayer3776]

I feel bad for him and the rest of the cast who played the turtles. They did a great job portraying them even tho the design was..... well ..... questionable at best

[@robdcollector2808]

Nick Rayer ...who is this guy???

[@mikepriester6261]

You're right. The turtles casting was great in my opinion. Ashame they didn't get the respect they deserve and design of the turtles was 💩.

[@diegodealejandro2480]

Mike Priester it wasn’t bad it was just different, that doesn’t mean it’s bad

[@Team996]

Someone would do a better directing than Michael Bay for the Ninja Turtles

[@diegodealejandro2480]

Zachle Mentor agreed

[@Pongus_420]

You'd think a movie about the ninja turtles would treat the actors who played them well 🤦‍♂️

[@arkoobi]

Exactly!!

[@nobytes2]

Megan Fox was a lead lol, that movie was terrible.

[@Zom13y]

Turtles aren’t people, lol.

[@DanJackson1977]

@@nobytes2 not the point.

[@nobytes2]

@@DanJackson1977 and

[@jakebrennan]

Thad Castle seems very professional in this pre draft interview

[@hazapez126]

lol love that show.

[@StanvilleBrown]

Blue Mountain State!

[@rickyrodriguez507]

No mojitos in sights bro lol

[@BrynjarReynisson]

Thats a great show

[@JayBadloss1989]

Thad is a true american hero

[@HomieNameMakai]

The 2014 TMNT movie was apart of my childhood and it makes me sad that they were treated so uncaring in the production.

[@Ishbikes]

Go watch the 1990’s one..that’s my childhood. It’s better

[@timtam3730]

@@Ishbikes Which 90's one?

[@wesstewart2677]

@@Ishbikes the first movie of that series is the only good one I’m sorry. 2&3 are damn near unwatchable now.

[@Ishbikes]

@@wesstewart2677 I haven’t disagreed with that. The first was gritty and well written. They shouldn’t have wrote the other one so fast.(wrote and shot within a year of the 1st.) They were trying to capitalize off the franchise too quickly, and watered down the product.

[@sbifuelv9837]

Me too! I don't care what others say about them, they were awesome. I hate that 8 years later I'm hearing about the horrible conditions the actors had do deal with.

[@Rickyralph]

See this the side of the entertainment industry most people don’t talk about. Smh this sad.

[@justblase5270]

Exactly. And if they do they get blacklisted

[@Rickyralph]

P cox exactly

[@carlosgomez3874]

Rich Taylor that’s y i have to be A Film 🎞 Director and Make Hollywood my own lil 🐝 & change it’s old ways

[@Rickyralph]

Carlos Gomez facts do it dude

[@MrE_]

Raphael staying in his angry character even after the movie is over. Good for him lol

[@LightUpDaBomb1]

Lol

[@TheCorkingCork]

Ok boomer

[@x1c3x]

Frodo T Bagin yeah, doesn't really fit. You tried.

[@TheCorkingCork]

@@x1c3x that's the point bb

[@games_on_phone89]

@@TheCorkingCork re moobko

[@CruderQuotient1]

He should’ve listened to his gut and not take the job

[@Sebastian__.]

I have had the same feeling and now I go with my gut 100% I would rather not work than get screwed over. That's what contracts are for. No contract no job.

[@InSaiyanShinobi]

True but if you listen he just had a kid so he wasn’t thinking straight witch is understandable

[@Sebastian__.]

@@InSaiyanShinobi Yea I heard that. People always need money. But it's not even the fact of having a kid it's the moral of the story. Paramount and the Producers are to blame.

[@weenascar]

I should’ve listened my gut and used the toilet when I thought it was a fart, but that’s life

[@michaelbrandon1222]

You're right, he fucked up.

[@hanzojapa]

I'm so happy that he is getting more attention and opportunities, the dude is a great actor, he deserves.

[@GLSkills]

So many of Alan's roles are memorable, Thad Castle, Hank Hall, Aquaman, the list goes on, yet he is still treated badly and super underrated, its sad to see

[@tiredzzz8918]

Allan Alberts you wouldn’t mind??? but have you done the work to get there Lmao u sound like a moron who wishes he had what others worked for

[@scorpionr6235]

He needs to stop doing tv shows

[@mdhall04]

Wait that's thad?!

[@_birdie]

and the guy w the micro penis on New Girl hahah

[@Merdicano]

He was on The Hunger Games: Catching Fire

[@TigerGreene]

Remember these names: Michael Bay, Andrew Form, Brad Fuller, Galen Walker, Scott Mednick, Ian Bryce. These are the bloodsucking scum producers of the Turtles films. Never, ever see a film they're involved in. Now I see why Megan Fox compared Bay to Hitler.

[@mephilatian]

Yep, those are the vampires. Those are all of our bad bosses in life. And the director obviously had no power so he didn't have this guy's back. Bad management produces bad products.

[@Merdicano]

So you didn't saw A Quiet Place?, lol

[@Merdicano]

@@mephilatian Both directors had no power, just goes to show you that making movies is a joint effort from many people

[@jamesshaw5624]

Michael Bay is not Hitler tho dude...that's an insane comparison. lol.

[@Merdicano]

@@jamesshaw5624 And Megan even apologized to him

[@tylerinnes3178]

Good actor: blue mountain state, titans, smallville, and hunger games

[@Derkaderka7777]

tyler innes hunger games?

[@tylerinnes3178]

@@Derkaderka7777 he was in catching fire

[@7bad7]

He was in an episode of Black Mirror as well

[@blue6940]

And don't forget Blood Drive

[@britneyisallyouneedtoknow2406]

I only know him from the ninja turtles, smallville, and titans

[@zainmushtaq4347]

It was a valueable lesson he learnt, and it might have been necessary, because his ending statement in this video shows that bc of his bad experience he is now extra careful in treating others in the best way possible as a producer 👏

[@AboutThatTho]

I think he would fit the show Vikings pretty good.

[@gabrielolegario1408]

hopefully

[@mechadoggy]

As much as I’d love for that to happen, I’m not sure if his voice though would fit the Viking theme

[@tegridysatan9555]

@@mechadoggy Theres this thing called acting. You know, how people completely change who they are for film. I heard it's pretty popular these days.

[@Ironbat92]

Maybe for that upcoming sequel series.

[@vperkv6554]

@@tegridysatan9555 lolol, rotfl. Your comment made my day. Lol

[@TheOutsider69]

If you haven't seen Blue Mountain State, you have to, he's hilarious in it. Even if you don't like sports or football, the show isn't even about that it's about all the partying and hilarity. It's kind of like Community meets Always Sunny with a sprinkle of Jackass.

[@Wolta]

I think what the guy above me tried to say was. That was the shit.

[@tmagmfpp7885]

I fucking loved that show. But every season some character had to get written off because of some charge or something.

[@alucard624]

@@tmagmfpp7885 True. That got annoying as hell after awhile. Thankfully the BMS movie had everyone come back though except Denise Richards (probably couldn't afford her since the film was made via Kickstarter donations and such).

[@Team996]

They would've had a better director

[@iambryn2012]

OH SHIT ITS HIM

[@VehemenceTV]

This man is a legend. Has been an absolute star in everything he's been in and deserves nothing but the best. Big up's on the honesty brother we greatly appreciate it.

[@resta-kain]

Wow, I’m so impressed by his transparency and overall awareness of the situation. He admits that he and his colleagues were treated poorly within this part of the industry but he’s also humble over the knowledge that ppl r going through much worse.

[@IchanceI]

I’m glad to see him in Titans, hopefully he’s being treated well there

[@DelusionalInsider]

Pfft well definitely not. Even both of the Tmnt movies are better than that train wreck..

[@Wolta]

@@DelusionalInsider Honestly, it's super easy to hate on it. But Season 2 redeemed it for me. Plus the action sequences are great. For an american series.

[@DelusionalInsider]

@@Wolta season 2..is literally the worst tv show ever, worst superhero show...actually. If you're a 5 year old who thinks something is great just because of flashy screen flashes..then..well, ig ur a 5 year old lol

[@DigglesBlac]

@@DelusionalInsider I bet you're the dude that thinks Captain Marvel is a phenomenal movie

[@DelusionalInsider]

@@DigglesBlac oh god no lol

[@Ragemuffn]

I love this actor, he's fantastic in Titans. He also seems very honest, genuine and straight forward but agreeable. It's a shame a production company allowed for that to happen to actors though, motion capture actors are no less actors, that's insane to think it slipped through the system. Imagine if that was done to Brolin as Thanos or what ever else. Disgusting studio.

[@demonsorrow536]

That is him i love him in titains. I couldnt imagine where i knew him from. Thank you!

[@AD-df5tm]

I mean, it kinda sounds like he signed a shitty contract. That's on him really.

[@nivekian]

He's great on Titans as Hawk, his talent was wasted.

[@KyleBeatz]

facts. Hawk & Dove need a show.

[@dedcaesar2325]

Have you watched Blue Mountain State? He was hilarious on that show.

[@Puretalon]

Kevin Murphy he was also on smallville as aquaman where he was amazing

[@WakingDream9654]

I loved him as Raphael! He was always my favorite ninja turtle! I'm kinda upset about this. He was perfect for the role. Wait Megan and Will got treated differently?! It was called the teenage mutan ninja turtles?! They're the MAIN CHARACTERS!! Wtf! I loved the new movies! I'm sad they might not come out with a third.

[@jack-exzolt9858]

I heard even Stephen Amell (Casey Jones) was peeved being there because he saw all the bullshittery happening behind the scenes, and he hated being around with Megan Fox. I wouldn't blame them actually.

[@k-dogg9086]

True

[@jtorres1764]

IF and ONLY IF they couldn’t get Chris to be captain America, I’d want this guy.

[@VideosOfRandomContext]

Datsizer Agreed. Let’s be honest, this guy is fuckin’ incredible, he needs MORE lead roles. He’s in so many movies and series but no lead roles!!!! But then again Chris is the #1 captain America I don’t see ANYONE playing him lol

[@Drirock55]

Jamez JAMEZZZ I agree

[@evanthebourne]

Other characters that were incarnations of CA have already been introduced. Sam wilson, jeffrey mace. He could be the william burnside incarnation.

[@wagonwheel8202]

I reckon he could make a pretty good Johnny Storm

[@Drirock55]

Wagon Wheel You know what he probably could. Wouldn’t he be a little older version than we are used to?

[@amitsuresh8840]

He is awesome as Hawk in Titans

[@GothicAce89]

Amit Suresh preach! Lol

[@mbelholm]

Wait, is that the guy, damn yeah he was good.

[@GothicAce89]

Morten Elholm right?! Lol

[@I-speak-U-shut-it]

@@mbelholm He's also Aquaman in Smallville. He was badass in that too.

[@justinharrison5138]

That him??..damn he looks small

[@martarichie6534]

So sad to hear this, he was an AMAZING Raphael 😭♥️

[@gabrielolegario1408]

what am I thinking?

[@friendly1870]

makes me laugh really. these holly people are such babies.

[@Phobie_2000]

@@friendly1870 your name is very ironic, isn’t it?

[@burntvirtue]

No. The movies should never have happened. Misguided from the start, horribly executed and handled poorly on every level. This dude went through all of this suffering for nothing.

[@stuntbounce]

@@burntvirtue im a guy that isn’t easily impressed and i barely watch anything unless its really well made. And him in the tmnt films were really freaking good thats says something

[@RandomGamerDude399]

The first time I heard about Alan as a child was through his role as Raphael, but that was because I was curious about who played the Turtles and chose to google it. I didn’t see him, or any of the other Turtle actors, for that matter, in ads for the movies. They all deserved more recognition.

[@ToonGrin]

Such a shame to hear this news.Alan was so solid as Raphael.

[@Merdicano]

Same, and while I won't throw any ill at Megan or Will, it's horrible that they were kept away from them and the press, like they're part of the cast, they make the cast!, and he was a good Raphael

[@PaulhusBrittany]

The movie was called TMNT, the actors who played the turtles should've been paid more then the other two.

[@pickleypear2380]

TMNT is an animated movie buddy, its definitely just Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, but I could be wrong so yea

[@Chibbykins]

Brittany Paulhus for better or worse that's not how it works in Hollywood. Bigger star, bigger paycheque. but that shouldn't mean they get to treat their other stars like shit.

[@eliasyarnall8099]

Chibbykins that’s Hollywood for ya.

[@Jurassic_Allosaurus]

pickley pear You get the context.

[@Qillmhi44]

This convinces me that the anger and frustration Raph had throughout the movies is not acting... *its fucking real*

[@Ishbikes]

He’s pissed off in these new ones too? I couldn’t watch after growing up on the originals..nothing will top that first Raphael 1990.

[@k-dogg9086]

@@Ishbikes yes he was the pissed off new yorker in these ones too.

[@benjaminboudreau2675]

This is a good example why the strike began

[@niZSht561]

Never take someone's word for any business deals, make sure it's written down in the contract!

[@MetalFacedGamer]

It was, he said loopholes were in the contract. More like have you lawyer look over it.

[@MetalFacedGamer]

@Absolutely Dreadful the problem is it can be a take it or leave it scenario. You know that kinda bs

[@MetalFacedGamer]

@Absolutely Dreadful I didn't say it's fair but we cannot act like it doesn't happen

[@TheJustUsLeague]

He had a contract, it was not a STAR contract because he's not an A list actor, Megan Fox is currently still an A list actor in Hollywood so naturally her contract is way better than his contract.

[@eon001]

So sad how they treat young actors. Alan actually has some clout. Imagine how they treat complete unknowns, or the stunt team.

[@chand911]

Young?

[@alexcordova3070]

aarswft he was 30 in the first and 32 in part 2 he’s 34 now still young.

[@047Kenny]

aarswft surprise, being 30 isn’t old. I get you’re still 14 but you’ll learn one day.

[@eon001]

@@047Kenny lol indeed.

[@Skitz0frenix]

@@047Kenny I'm 30 and I feel old AF... The second you're out of your twenties you start to think about "damn, why do my knees crack, why does my back hurt, I shouldn't eat this or that"

[@ryublueblanka]

The more time goes on the more we realize how incredible and special the first ninja turtles movie by Jim Henson was. A true masterpiece. The sacrifices those actors made. The genius of the writing and special effects. Staying true to the comic. Absolutely incredible and truly magical and special.

[@SBandy]

Fantastic film.

[@kiwisoup]

It wasn't a Jim Henson movie... He did the suits. That's literally it.

[@ryublueblanka]

@@kiwisoup the suits were incredible. There's never been a better turtles film. Jim Hensons genius was a huge part of that. He brought those turtles to life...we haven't seen them since.

[@burntvirtue]

Some of us have known that and maintained that knowledge since seeing it in the theater in 1990. That said, the original movie was also plagued with production woes, but it happened to have a director who wanted to be as true to the source material as possible with commercial pressures, and of course the incredible creature effects of the Jim Henson studios. They captured lightning in a bottle and made the 2nd best comic book movie of all time.

[@ryublueblanka]

@@burntvirtue what is your #1 comic movie?

[@drewjennings550]

Alan is a very underrated actor...from blue mountain state to titans to reacher dude has skills 👏

[@FreeOfAllFear]

He’s gonna get more publicity from this than the movie they failed him

[@SwTJoEPiNoY408]

He played a REALLY good Raphael in my opinion.

[@Ryan79345]

Agreed, same with the other guys who played the turtles

[@SilasOsterwalder-yx3tj]

Pete forgot his last name and Johnny Knoxville in Put of the Shadows(Leonardo) Jeremy Howard(Donatello) and Noel forgot his last name Fischer I think is Mikey

[@eccentricviews]

Makes me hate those movies even more.

[@eon001]

Yea I'm glad the 2nd one bombed and these guy's were free from the awful experience.

[@TrenchMan93]

Eccentric Views the second one was better.

[@ghostchaser1631]

The second one was better than the first but they both sucked.

[@MT-tu8dt]

Saw the first one. It was so bad. Didn’t bother seeing the second.

[@ryanmadej6694]

@@MT-tu8dt dont watch . I was bored to death. And started watching animated show

[@theoptimistictabby2785]

Those terrible terrible bastards. None of these sweet men deserved this, I wish I could have helped them some way, even though I was only nine and they have no idea I exist. But if any of them, for some crazy reason see this, I’m so so so sorry you had to experience this abuse. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is a HUGE part of my life and honestly might have saved me from doing something rash. When I was younger, school was horrible for me I’d get bullied not just by students but by teachers, I’m autistic and they treated me like a monster. When this came out, I finally found my people, my friends, my heroes, my second family. I know the ninja turtles aren’t real, but you guys brought them to life and saved me. I know this probably isn’t what you want to hear after all the bullshit these scumbags put you through, but you guys saved my life and I can’t be more grateful to you. Thank you, I love you guys.

[@punkgurl1211]

Around 2:30 he talks about not being allowed to interview. When the move came out I thought to myself, why are there ONLY interviews with Megan and Will? I wanted to hear from guys and taking on the role of the turtles! Bc it’s supposed to be about the turtles... ugh 😑

[@zackjenkins5836]

Seeing this many years after seeing the first two TMNT movies makes me feel sorry for Alan and anyone else that was treated this way. It really showed me that some studios are only in it for the money and don't actually care about the projects or the fans.

[@josephdrummond4376]

You should go back and watch the 90s films. They aren't as flashy but those are more grounded and with good fight choreography and heart.

[@k-dogg9086]

@@josephdrummond4376 And surprisingly the 90s Tmnt film was low budget and was an independent film. No big studio heads with their egos arrogance Indifference greed millions of dollars along with the forced kiss ass bs.

[@k-dogg9086]

@@josephdrummond4376 My only gripes with the 90s film was Mike's impressions in April's kitchen instead of real dialogue to get to know them more; and the Shredder's lack of wanting to take over the city with his army, rather than just their stealing shit. But that's all. Its really good.

[@Petey0707]

They're ALL in it for the money. That's what capitalism is. Profits before people.

[@Petey0707]

lol they're just as exploitative if not moreso with their loopholes being more expansive@@josephdrummond4376

[@YoungSwaggness]

No one deserves to be treated in such a way especially as a key player (actor) on a flim. Thanks for playing my favorite Ninja Turtle Raphael Mr. Alan Ritchson. I wish your career the best from here 🙌🏾

[@Ishbikes]

i Still like the original Raphael better

[@nealsmall9316]

​@@Ishbikes I think TMNT that came out back in 2007 is the best

[@ishraqtalukder4518]

This video makes me feel so sorry for Alan and for the rest of the cast that played the turtles, they deserve much better. So glad Alan is currently doing so well and becoming the big name he makes for himself

[@stpetechia727]

It’s sad to say but venting like this can kill your career.

[@namreh72]

One movie dude? Okay..but him ranting and us living in the digital age..this video will out live his career.. it's a time and place for everything... I still never heard of it his guy until this video... So saying that he needs to chill and be grateful and pick his battles...well at least until he got a couple more to add to his resume... people come and go.

[@geogutierrez6671]

@Kozmikōcēlōtl Exactly, the people defending BAYS' production team need help asap.

[@namreh72]

@Kozmikōcēlōtl _ first of all I'm not defending anything that was done, ....wrong?...lol.. definitely entitled to your opinion...2way sword it's possible,..it's like hearing an opinion that don't mean anything to me.. idk.... but to a producer/director of a film it could bite him in the a**.... especially living in country labels are quickly put on people...

[@BajanShinobi]

@@namreh72 Titans is a comic book show on DC Universe, just had two seasons and is getting a third so far he's fine.

[@namreh72]

@@BajanShinobi _ okay thanks for the update..

[@alpses7726]

Those kind of experiences inadvertently make you a better person, he as a producer treats people he wishes he was treated. So he took a negative experience and turned it into a positive one… awesome!!

[@angelicvega7040]

I loved him in TMNT (that’s when I first found out about him officially) and I was so hyped when I found out he was going to be in Titans. I’m so upset with the producers of TMNT. What he went through is ridiculous and it is not professional at all. I’m glad he is thriving in his career, he deserves it.

[@rayvintankerson6818]

TMNT is technically the amazing animated movie

[@ygtghj8312]

Your angry for a random celebrity. Sort your life out

[@Nikl1296]

@@ygtghj8312 you don’t even know the difference between your and you’re. Maybe you should focus on yourself

[@ygtghj8312]

@@Nikl1296 you basically commented for the sake of it

[@Nikl1296]

@@ygtghj8312 No I commented for the sake of your English education. You’re welcome.

[@ObeyMyCommand85]

God I loved these movies as a kid. Raph will always be my favorite but after hearing his side of the story it’s sad how they treated him and the rest of the crew.. I love Alan more as Hawk from Titans and even if Titans isn’t the best show, inherently, it’s one of my favorite shows and even tho I didn’t like how Hawk died I though that was a better story arc then both TMNT movies combined. Alan is a great actor and aside from Reacher I don’t like how Hollywood treats him. He deserves better…😕

[@redflag4255]

Regarless of all of this how they treated them, he still did a smashing job!

[@jeremywoods770]

Comments: hes speaking against micheal bay theyll never hire him now. So, hes going to be in something good next time?

[@Merdicano]

Well hey, it's Hollywood, I wouldn't also be surprised if after Titans gets canceled, he starts throwing shade at the makers of that show

[@user-ef5id9km3p]

Yup it’s called Jack Reacher! Michael Bay is so 1989.

[@akhil9726]

@@Merdicano he did shows like bms and Smallville I've not seen him dissing them

[@friendly1870]

we kiss their backside like they hung the moon but in reality all these hollywood people are thumb suckin babies who couldnt hack it in real life so the chose to be fake 24/7

[@blakecarpentier4289]

I wish he talked about how the actor who played Leo felt when they cast Johnny Knoxville to dub over his voice

[@NinjaBrutality]

Blake Carpentier Say what?

[@crystala7x182]

Wow, I didn’t know about this!

First off your wrong in everything you wrote for starters . Pete was the original actor selected to do the VO of Leonardo until Johnny Knoxville was Hired to go re-record Plozek's line however Pete did do the motion capture for Leonardo for TMNT and did the entire VO in Out of The Shadows.

[@gevorkbabayan]

@ i like you to think the Logic behind your words. You say he is wrong but explain exaclty what he is saying. So how is he wrong again?

[@ipetloudog]

@ you're dumb

[@AlenAlic]

Sucks to hear. All the Turtle actors did an incredible job.

[@megamatt1915]

he honestly pulled such a great performance through even all this nonsense. what a hard working, humble dude. love this guy.

[@jeffdodson4677]

I actually knew it was him the whole time. I’m a die-hard Turtles fan and I like him in BMS. He was my favorite actor out of all the turtles. I also was super excited the second one had him and Stephen Amell

[@raymondaranda8716]

Bms is fucking epic

[@Klikko2000]

When such a big commitment is taken, and something like that happens and it might hold you way back in your carreer, you're allowed to fking complain about it.

[@DonoVideoProductions]

So glad that someone is finally honest. This is the same garbage that happens to people no matter what the job - promises made, that never materialize. Poor working conditions. It's refreshing to hear someone call them out on their abuse. It certainly can't get better if everybody remains silent. Where there is money, there is exploitation.

[@cassiestrangeworld]

It's such a shame that he didn't like working on those movies at all. Those were my favorite movies towards all high school and I loved his performance the best. It was especially painful hearing that he tried so hard not to be in the second one, it's the one I like the most because it was more focused on the turtles than it was on April.

[@Rvbs235]

Same

[@k-dogg9086]

And written a bit better.

[@nic8577]

Part two is much much better then the first I agree for sure.

[@Romo69]

You all are crazy, the second one was stupid and campy nonsense.

[@cassiestrangeworld]

We didn't say it's good, we say it's better than the first one. Years later yeah, it's not the best quality wise, but they were still comfort movies of my teen years.

[@1punchbrownyt338]

April the movie: features with some weird turtle people That was the leaked original title

[@davido.9527]

that moment when you liked both TMNT movies and i hear this. does make me change my opinion on them. Sucks he experienced what he did.

[@Slesaint17]

David Hernandez you liked both the movies? Jesus...they were terrible and I’m a huge tmnt fan

[@kareemv98]

S Mac I like both of them too, but I understand why you and a lot of other people don’t like them! I don’t agree with you but I respect your opinion.

[@laifiz_min]

@@Slesaint17 I like the 2nd one better and mostly because of the turtles. Being a huge fan of TMNT and dislike the movie doesnt mean everyone else has to feel the same way like you did! People have their own personal taste, you dont like it, fine. The others like it? Respect still please :)

[@kareemv98]

Akilleus That’s not very nice, lol!(Never had Spam btw).

[@kareemv98]

Hal Whalien Well said.

[@kateybusche4137]

I love that he shared. It gives so much insight. They should have been treated better, whether they were the leads of the movies or not.

[@aaronbenson2767]

Alan is a great comedic actor and he definitely has enough leading man chops to carry a lead role easily. Sadly, his and the other Turtle actors' experiences on the two movies are not uncommon for actors that are still getting established.

[@Jordacar]

I've been rooting for Alan to play He-Man in a live-action movie for years now. Hearing these stories, I'd totally understand if starring in another big-budget action movie based on an 80's cartoon/toyline wouldn't be all that appealing for him.

[@thibaldus3]

Maybe a new Conan the Barbarian.

[@captaincrunch784]

OMG perfect!!!

[@GothicAce89]

Not gonna lie when I found out Thad was fkn Raphael he literally became my favorite part of those movies

[@fc7832]

Same!

[@arthurluay9002]

Same!!!!

[@GothicAce89]

bigevilworldwide1 I found out when they casted him not when the movie came out lol

[@atahanselekoglu_]

had NO idea JACK REACHER himself was ralph... i rewatched tmnt and was just thinking how ralph looks really similar to alan ritchson and only now found out he's actually ralph zzz glad he found a killer role in reacher=

[@Victorleoh]

if you like Alan Ritchson go watch blue mountain state or else

[@alexdaniels7646]

I don’t even know who this dude is. But I feel like he was getting screwed.

[@AK-xp9ii]

Watch Blue Mountain state

[@theironmanderin9308]

Dr Gilbert or Titans

[@aSpookyDookie]

Dr Gilbert oh shit that was Thad?!?!! That’s where he went 😲

[@darr12100]

He was also in hunger games: catching fire.

[@LNOWLS86]

Its hawk aka aquaman

[@jleonn8651]

Mark my words. Marvel will pick him up in a lead role.

[@gorillone86]

He would make a great Nova/Richard Rider

[@NoelG314]

dc did. watch titans. bad ass show

[@bigchad7052]

Confessions Of A Movie Freak it’s okay. It has a lot of flaws but if you can look past them it’s pretty enjoyable. He’s a great edition to the show probably one of the best written on the show. Just be ready to be harassed by the blue tinted light in each scene.

[@phsyxo7263]

​@Confessions Of A Movie Freak yes its amazing

[@coltongates7397]

@@bigchad7052 its writing can be absolute dogshit at times but it still has good action sequences and it is fairly comic accurate

[@922sunshine]

I feel sorry for Alan Ritchson who portrayed Raph and the actors portrayed the other turtle brothers(Leo, Donnie & Mikey), they all deserve better.