Do these differences make the TMNT 2003 reissues better?

Do these differences make the TMNT 2003 reissues better?
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TMNT Resurrection: Exploring the 2003 Cartoon Action Figure Reissues - Pixel Dan Review
Introduction:
Welcome, fellow toy enthusiasts, to another exciting episode on the Pixel Dan channel! Today, we dive deep into the nostalgic realms of our childhoods as Pixel Dan takes us on a journey through the reissues of the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures from the 2003 cartoon series. Get ready for a trip down memory lane as we unravel the history, significance, and the sheer joy these action figures bring to collectors and fans alike.
The 2003 TMNT Cartoon:
Before we delve into the action figures, let's take a moment to appreciate the rich history of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise. In 2003, the turtles made a triumphant return to television screens with a reboot of the animated series that captured the hearts of fans worldwide. Airing on Fox, this rendition showcased a grittier and more action-packed storyline, bringing a fresh perspective to the beloved characters.
Pixel Dan sets the stage by discussing the impact of the 2003 cartoon on the TMNT legacy. From the updated character designs to the engaging plotlines, this series reinvigorated the franchise and introduced a new generation to the adventures of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael.
The Evolution of TMNT Toys:
As Pixel Dan takes a stroll down memory lane, he explores the fascinating evolution of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toys. The 2003 cartoon inspired a new line of action figures that mirrored the characters' appearances in the show. These figures became cherished collectibles, and over the years, they've become sought-after gems among toy enthusiasts.
Our host details the various waves and releases of the 2003 TMNT action figures, discussing the meticulous attention to detail, articulation, and accessories that made these toys stand out. From the iconic Shredder to fan-favorite supporting characters, Pixel Dan highlights the diverse range of figures that made collecting an absolute delight during this era.
TMNT Reissues: A Collector's Dream:
Fast forward to the present day, and collectors are in for a treat with the reissues of the 2003 TMNT action figures. Pixel Dan unboxes and examines these revived gems, providing insights into the improvements, packaging, and overall presentation. Are they identical replicas, or do they come with modern updates to enhance the collecting experience? Our host leaves no stone unturned in answering these questions.
Pixel Dan's Review:
In his signature style, Pixel Dan offers an in-depth review of each reissued figure, critiquing the sculpt, paint application, and any new features that may have been introduced. Whether you're a seasoned collector or a fan looking to dive into the world of TMNT toys, Pixel Dan's expert analysis guides you through the pros and cons of each figure, helping you make informed decisions on adding these treasures to your collection.
Conclusion:
As the video concludes, Pixel Dan leaves viewers with a sense of nostalgia and excitement for the resurgence of these iconic TMNT action figures. Whether you grew up with the 2003 cartoon or are discovering it for the first time, the reissues offer a chance to relive the magic of a beloved era in toy history. Join Pixel Dan as he celebrates the enduring legacy of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the timeless joy of collecting action figures that have stood the test of time. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share the video with fellow TMNT enthusiasts! Cowabunga!
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[@Pixel-dan]

Who watched this cartoon?

[@MonsieurJimjams]

My favourite TMNT cartoon. Closer to the Mirage source material, but different enough to be its own thing. Seasons 3 and 4 were top-notch. It was what got me back into TMNT after forgetting about it through the nineties.

[@Blakewyattdunfee]

I did.

[@wildsmiley]

Never. But I like the figures.

[@QuilLocke]

I grew up with the 2003 Turtles & it's my favorite incarnation of the series.

[@timdakis2107]

I did 20 years ago I was surprised and shocked the Shredder was an evil red alien Utrom.

[@CastaldoFilms]

I had no idea that these were getting reissues, so when I walked into Target and saw them on the peg, I freaked out a bit. I grew up with these figures as the 2003 show/toys are the iteration of the turtles I grew up with. It's weird, but also nice to see some figures that cater to us late 90's-2000's kids for a change 😂

[@belmont6444]

Great figures, thanks Pixel Dan! 🤘😎

[@GundamWarrior1]

2003 TMNT is what made me a fan. The 87 version never clicked with me and its nice to see this era get come respect.

[@thestarkknightreturns]

Exactly, the 2003 takes the turtles seriously and it's comic book accurate for the most part (up until season 5). The 1987 never made it for me, with the childish models and the basic and repetitive plot. Only the underrated "red sky seasons" showed some grit for a small bit, but again they weren't comic accurate.

[@anthonysirico6451]

I grew up with the 87 turtles but something about the 03 especially being a comic fan really hit home for me. 87 has a special place in my heart but 2003 really had an amazing story especially the first 2 season

[@kaltech04]

I loved the TMNT toys as a kid from the 80s and 90s, but the cartoon was a bit too silly for me. I was in college when the 2003 show premiered and it instantly became my favorite version.

[@adamcampbell3263]

Man, I remember dragging my parents round the shops to hunt all these down as a kid! I remember specifically it took forever to find Michaelangelo. Major nostalgia!

[@Caleb.Collects98]

This is the era of TMNT I grew up with. My first TMNT figure ever was '03 Donnie, and from then on he has been my favorite turtle.

[@DeityLink69]

The TMNT 90s film was my introduction to the series and this was my first TMNT cartoon and i loved every second of it! I also love it cus its more and more like the comic!

[@JRProductions1203]

2003 Donnie was BEST Donnie.

[@paulgilbert5278]

@@JRProductions1203 Facts. He was intelligent but still laid back and calm

[@charlesltk2099]

I was still studying at college when this show and toys released in 2003.... Wanted to grab them but I didn't have a job and struggling to save money for college fees.... Later, that time i already graduated and found a job, these figures were all sold out and very expensive, so I gave up hunting them.... Then recently I managed to grab these figures, doesn't matter if is reissue, I finally got em....

[@4GamersGaming]

Thats awesome! Glad you were able to get them! I hope this makes them make even more 2003 figures! I know super 7 is gonna make ultimates I believe!

[@sketchpoplife]

Nothing quite like a Pixel Dan vid reviewing a set of turtles. Classic pixel turtle power!!!

[@MarcusJAurelius]

Mannn I wish Neca would do figures from this incarnation of TMNT

[@rbl205]

It's a bummer that Donnie is always depicted as having the "lamest" weapon, as the Bo is actually quite versatile. According to some accounts, the legendary samurai swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi, won all of his duels, except for one. Guess which weapon his opponent was using... That's right! A Bo staff! The match ultimately ended in a draw, as neither warrior could overcome the other. Of course, a lot of Miyamoto's life has been exaggerated over the years, so it's hard to tell if this event actually happened. Still, it would be nice to see a Turtles series with both Donnie and his Bo getting some respect.

[@s4xtt]

There's a fan theory that each of the turtles weapons are opposite of their personality in order to teach them balance.Donnie being a genius is given the most simple looking weapon to teach him humility so that he don't underestimate what his minds can do, Ralph a hothead is given sai which is a defensive weapon, Mikey the youngest and seemingly immature given the most complicated weapon and my main man Leo being the most studios and ethical given ninja ken, the weapon with highest destructive potential

[@rbl205]

@@s4xtt Hmmm, Interesting. I've never heard that before. It would be neat to see a series explore this idea further! Thanks for sharing!

[@Narboo77]

I’m super pumped for these rereleases. I wasn’t collecting at this point in my life when this line drop originally but as a full blown kidult I need them!!! Thanks for the review as always Dan! Good times!

[@tomkolos170]

This aesthetic is gorgeous; the color and wash are excellent.

[@GamerKing1482]

Wow! I didn't know these existed until I saw them at Walmart today. Now I can finally complete my 2003 Turtles from when I was a kid 😂

[@TheCarbonFreezer]

I really wish these were available in the UK. A 4 pack of these turtles from Toys R Us were the first action figures I ever got as a kid so would love to own new versions of them but Playmates doesn't seem to want to release them on this side of the world. It's a shame

[@unorthdoxcleric6953]

Just wait a month or 2 and they will arrive here, no worrys about that one. Unless they are some super exclusive figs or something.

[@stompingrabbit]

@@unorthdoxcleric6953 usually stuff like these hardly ever arrive in Europe - we only got the wave 1 of Mutant Mayhem in stores, and also none of the retro reissues ever showed up

[@ChristopherMoreno005]

I picked up Michelangelo 2 weeks ago, but my local Walmarts haven’t restocked the shelves since then. I even drove 50 miles to my nearest Target and they had nothing.

[@shaolin1599]

Next time call first. If they have it, have them hold it at the register.

[@butchersblade7068]

I've been looking everywhere for these and haven't had any luck so far. I love these designs.

[@LiftingDJ]

Me too I've been looking all over each Walmart and target for them. I've seen only 1 Walmart with them. It had Ralph Leo and Mikey I bought all three but there was no Donnie. I have still yet to see these guys at any other store since.

[@ihavenoclevername8300]

*WHAT?! THERE WAS A REISSUE?!?! WHEN DID THIS HAPPEN?!?!?!*

[@e102gamma]

love the 03 turtles so much

[@msingleton]

This is exactly how re-issues should be done. They nailed it!

[@jedi69outcast]

We get everything but MASK, COPS or Exosquad

[@mm39607]

I remember having Splinter from this 2003 line, such a great collection! It's great that Playmates has brought them back, they could have used those knee joints tho, but amazing figures still!

[@hyperspacecase1287]

I’m seeing a ton of fellow 2003 TMNT fans in the comments here and that’s refreshing. I grew up with the live action movie and this very cartoon series. The 03 incarnation hit at the perfect time. The mix of awesome animation and toys that matched up. Somehow they still payed homages to the past two decades of source material and entertainment.

[@ProtoArrow]

Aah, my childhood Turtles

[@TheJones-ui9qx]

Pixel Dan is the coolest guy I love him and man those 2003 TMNT got me all kinds of nostalgic over here

[@codemonkeyattack]

I have some of the original 2k3 figures MOC hanging on my wall and your video unlocked an interesting memory for me. I distinctly remember my Donnie came with two bo staffs but the MOC one behind me does not... Turns out they must have made a change back in the day as there are ones with him holding it in package (the one I have) and ones with the bo staffs off to the side like the other turtles. Might have to hunt down an first release Donnie now. 😅

[@FrankieKuntheDisneyHater2001]

I miss the 2003 Turtles, I can't wait to get Leo, because I already have the original Donatello, Michelangelo, and Raphael

[@GamerMan359]

I'm hoping they eventually get to the 2012 versions, I missed out on them and regretted it.

[@user-dk3up2nl1m]

I have like 3 sets of the 200x line

[@carterevanroust]

I always wanted these when they came out, but it was around the time I stopped getting toys as presents because I was twelve and my family thought I was too old for toys. I'll definitely pick these up.

[@Templar462]

There were only a handful of characters toward the end of the line that I missed, because they were produced in such small numbers (the search for Quarry continues on)... but several figures in the line were made with soft-plastic parts, like the Dark Asassin, and they have broken down and started to deteriorate over the years. Be nice to see a few of those hard to get/hard to replace figures come back!

[@4GamersGaming]

I hope this makes them make even more 2003 figures! I believe super 7 is making ultimates of 2003, cant wait to see how those look! 😃

[@AleexKp]

The math finish looks dope!

[@coreyhenderson9241]

Do u know when the second wave will come out

[@GLADIATORBRICKSPRODUCTIONS]

the 2007 turtles toys i was born in 1995 these were the toys i grew up with

[@CIZZLECOLLECTION]

This version of the turtles is very special to me because my daughter was born in 2004 so she grew up watching this Ninja Turtles show. We spend a lot of good times watching this one as she grew up! I need this!

[@ThatWrestlingHound]

Loved this show as a kid hope we get new modern ones with updated articulation

[@Fushio4T]

this is all ive ever wanted or needed in life

[@ReddOchober]

Playmates quietly hitting out of the park and proving (along with Motu) that vintage toys can be re-issued and do well at market (Looking at you Hasbro and making excuses).

[@chrithmuthwolf344]

"2003 TMNT, only on the Fox Box!" This era is so near and dear to my heart. 💯 Even if the analog bunny ears didn't pick up the channel so well, or the fact that I mixed up the turtles' names every time. 😅

[@markbalor7227]

I have these in my collection already but will be getting the re release so I can have them in card, great video as always mate

[@FandomEntanglement]

I’ve seen people posting in the Facebook groups that they’ve found these. I personally haven’t seen them yet, and I’m not all that familiar with the various post-90s reboots that TMNT went through, but I do have to say these versions look pretty awesome! ~Damon

[@emerje0]

Didn't see these at Target this morning (I think they look better with the matte finish), but I did find vintage reissue Mutatin' Rocksteady and Bebop there!

[@Dognutt69]

Respect to Pixel Dan for posting on KZbin for 15 years, I grew up on your TMNT videos💚

[@TurtleC0mic]

2003 show came out when I was 18 and it was so cool to see my childhood come back. That sent me on the road to adult collecting. I remember sticking the 03 turtles with the suction cups all over my car windows. I grew up on 87 show but 2003 was so much better, came out at the perfect time for teenagers who grew up on the old school goofy-childish show. 2003 was more mature and more like the mirage comics. Hands down the best tmnt animated series to date. Wish the 87 show stayed grittier like season 1. Can’t wait for super7 2003 ultimates. I need some highly articulated 03 figures.

[@lukeluck1395]

I like the new matt finish over the original glossy finish

[@baronvonpupi]

So excited to grab these! For some reason I sat out on the 2003 line, and always kicked myself!

[@jasontulgetske2768]

So I'm 3 months late on this, but I found Leo at Walmart today and almost started crying. I had a huge collection of these when I was little kid and they all got left behind in a move. Hopefully they continue these so we can get reissues of shedder and a foot ninja

[@kennethmckinney6274]

I DID not know these were re-released!! I need these

[@AnthonyReviews]

Yes! I’ve been waiting for your review on these. (Not too long mind you but waiting nonetheless) Great video!

[@zacholdham8531]

Super7 is creating these as well. Love this version of the Turtles. Grew up on them. It’s good they are getting some light after all these years.

[@joace234]

My first introduction to the turtles back when I was a kid will forever be my favourite toys

[@Delfino711]

I grew up with the 2003 series/toys and maybe I just forgot because it's been so long, but I wonder if I ever even knew that those extra weapons were meant to be attachments for Donnie's staff lol

[@anthonyhyde7325]

So much nostalgia! Bought these 4, Shredder, and foot soldier from Suncoast when they came out. Can’t wait to find them!!!❤

[@TheCamBeard]

OMG. So cool! I litterally just pulled out the playset for my son. Turtle Den and all! Knowing it is relaunched is great. I can replace lost pieces now!

[@Tasuke]

I'm surprised to see these reissued! I never had them as a kid but my friend did.

[@ArcherBro]

I loved these toys but missed out on so much because I didn't have much money. I hope they reissue them all so I can catch up!

[@Clarkzarro7828]

I never owned any 2003 TMNT Figures, but the Reissued TMNT looked as Magnificent as the Original. I'd enjoyed the Video! Thanks Pixel Dan for Sharing! ❤🐢🐢🐢🐢

[@90sKidForever]

Those look cool. If I ever find them I'm definitely adding them to my collection.

[@optiprimal4280]

I had a bunch of these guys growing up, kinda still have them at my relatives house but man I really want to get these new ones since my olds ones might be missing some accessories. Funny thing is despite growing up with these toys I never really watched much of the show as I watched more of the 87 show on dvd and i only ever saw certain episodes of the 2003 series from seasons 1 and 2. It wasn’t until tmnt 2012 that I fully committed to watching a tmnt series consistently. I of course went back later on and watched the 2003 show and loved it.

[@watachannel7157]

While I'm not the biggest fan of playmates I do agree they did a great job with the paint job 👏

[@silverbricks_yt]

Great video! I was looking for the retro movie star figures I found Leonardo Raphael and Michelangelo so I had to track down Donatello and then the same thing happened with these 2003 figures and I’m still looking for Donatello.

[@jayyoungmusic919]

The 2003 reissues are still hard to find. I found mine at Walmart but if you try to look on the websites depending what part of the country you live in, you can’t even order them. I recently bought a 2003 boxed Raphael for 45 bucks. What a time we live in

[@anuraxiarenommus]

hope to see Shredder and/or Karai of 2003 in this new reisues, mostly because im a shredder collector :3

[@thestarkknightreturns]

I think I still prefer the color scheme of the actual ones which were released back in 2003, but I'm glad the 2003 series is getting some love. They're probably my favorite version of the turtles!

[@impossiblepie]

They look great, love reissues of any toy line especially ones that are expensive.

[@tysonwelch7504]

Now all i need is a 2003 shredder to face the turtles in action.

[@Spawn3X5]

Finally some recognition from 03 its been 20 years

[@LeviGaryH]

I cannot for the life of me find these anywhere lol. Target has 'em on their site but they're sold out for shipping and they're nowhere near me in-store.

[@stevenfraser81]

I think the 2003 has now hit that sweet spot for nostalgia to kick in, and for the kids who watched it growing up to now be old enough to have disposable incomes of their own to buy merchandise. You can see in the last year alone we've had the 2003 DVD boxset, these retro Playmates reissues and Super 7 announcing a collectors line of figures, so it seems it's set for the same flood of merchandise that the 87 show and 88 toys have been getting for the last decade or so.

[@retrodan8155]

Omg I loved this toy line and cartoon it was fantastic 😊 do you know if they are releasing more figures for it as there are a few I can’t get for my collection?!

[@mrmashleolive]

Cowabunga! luv a Pixel Dan Tmnt Review, awesome review🐢🍕👍

[@Qill_Rider]

I literally bought this 2003 TMNT line two days ago at the toys fair in my country and now there’s someone reviewing it. What a coincidence 😂

[@122superspider]

I really need to get these guys, I grew up with the show and really want to have them again

[@jimmyjackson2393]

As someone who was born in 2004 and didn’t get to from up with that show or toy line I remember seeing these toys in that history of tmnt series you did back in the day and thinking they were cool even though I had the 2012 toys with “better” articulation, I thought these ones looked cool

[@kevthegamingdude]

I did skip out on these growing up. Luckily, I was able to get these from my local Walmart

[@vidomansam]

I LOVE THE 2003 TURTLES SHOW ITS WHAT I GREW UP WITH! I'm so happy that they are re releseing these figures because in 2003 I was a small kid with no money so it will be dope to pick these up.

[@dcboi202]

I was excited to get these at Walmart...but I really hate the fact that there aren't any joints on the elbows and knees.

[@tompollockjr144]

I was in college at the time, and me and my roommate watched it on Saturday mornings. I hope I can grab these.

[@peterquinones2169]

I know the original 2007 figure mode is gone but if they was to do re-releases of the 2007 figures, I will definitely buy them

[@craigjuan5744]

When I first saw these toys, I knew I had to have them. Though we didn't get much in the way of articulation, they can stand better than the old ones from 1988. While the turtles didn't look show accurate, the details on each figure were amazing, even today. And as if that wasn't enough, they went above and beyond by painting the weapons and giving us new amd fun accessories. I have already since given my originals to my cousin. I have noticed some slight differences with these new ones, like the size of Mikey's eyes and slightly different color tones. But for the most part, they pretty much look the same as those figures, over 20 years later. Wasn't going to buy these. But I couldn't resist. I already got Leo and just need the rest of the turtles. Feels like 2003 all over again.

[@NerdicWarrior8920]

I remember having a Leonardo that had clip on armor years ago. Wonder if Playmates will do re-issues of those figures?

[@atomD21]

I found 2003 Leo and Raph at a Walmart the other day. Hoping to find Mikey and Donnie soon! I was out of the toy loop at that point, so this is my first exposure to this line! Love it!

[@Keisiyons]

Thx for the comparison

[@BAlexThompson]

Wow, I somehow missed these figures and the cartoon series they were based on. I've been considering getting back into TMNT figures for a while, but none ever spoke to me until this video! It's unfortunate that these are Target exclusives... if they were on Amazon, I probably would have bought them all right after watching your video.

[@GuiOmania]

Thank god there are fully paint .I want hose really bad but Canada did not have receine new TMNT rerelease since the Giant Turtle and the pizza launcher figure !!!

[@Lycano23]

Man Playmates sent you some nice ones! I got 2 of each and still not happy with the paint apps of the eyes. They've been almost impossible to find I was lucky but not been able to find a bunch in store that I could pick and choose.

[@DeityLink69]

I just got all four of these turtles and im so happy! The 2003 cartoon was my most favorite as a kid,the 90s film was my introduction to the turtles and the 2003 cartoon definitely feels like its taking cues from the movie and the comic!

[@s4xtt]

Can they also reissue the 200X He-man, love these 2 shows

[@m.valdivia8048]

Actually Dan the original releases had all four turtles on the package too. I had the original release and you can see the original carded releases with all four heads 😊

[@calicocalthecopperkid7230]

My 2003 TMNT collection is fire ! OG 4packs, RalphvsYeti,LeobsRex, FF, Dark Turtles 😂 It's my fav!

[@jamestovar4584]

They need to put a lot more 2003 tmnt figures on the store shelves

[@jamesseitz6817]

I had the 2003 Raphael and Leonardo I happy to see them again I just can't wait to pick them up just like I did pick up motu origins battle armor skeletor from Ollie's yesterday

[@bee-beargaming]

I watched the 2003 series last year & loved it so these toys are an absolute treat for me

[@yauyuso]

I love these turtles. Still have them.

[@medialeaguesigma6]

Can't wait for the reissued 2003 Ninja Turtles toys. Just before anybody tells me to stick with the Sonic Stuff, I should remind you people that both Sonic X and the 2003 Ninja Turtles TV Shows were once apart of the old Fox Box/4Kids Saturday cartoon line up. Man I sound line the Nostalgia Critic when I comment that part.

[@woebegone_kenobi]

The only thing I never like about these were the legs. I cannot wait for NECA to finally get around to these designs and really hit it home

[@The_Ninja_Turtle_Himself]

I mean Super7 is doing TMNT 2003 figures for Ultimates! I kind of hope itll be toyline based even though my nostalgia lies more within the cartoon than the figure pics I saw and my own 03 Turtles, because Double Joints are a thing Id love to see on 03 figures based on the cartoon, and sadly Super7 hasnt done that with their Ultimates. My one Quality nitpick about Ultimates. I honestly think you're right about the lack of attention that 03 gets because its definitely an awesome era and an almost direct callback to many plot points and issues from Mirage, such as City At War, Return To New York, Sons Of The Silent Age, and many more. Its because of that series that not only am I super into Mirage comics but comic books in general! And im glad that its getting some attention. Even though I personally am not a fan of the reissues and wish Playmates would instead make a TMNT Origins line, it still makes me joyous to see these figures. Thanks for the review Dan! This one especially brightened my day

[@rolfathan]

Wow. Nice to see them give the 2003 figures another run! My nostalgia is for the originals, but the 2003 turtles look so good that I might go for it. Also, the matte paint with the new colors is honestly, IMO, much better than the original. Love it.

[@DragonKingRaiguy]

I really hope they re-release the fightin gear figures

[@manicmike3952]

I did and I loved the series and the Game for sure. We need Neca to get on these soon tho!!..😊

[@Kingminecraft20XX]

dawg thats so cool that they did that

[@Ragbab84]

My favorite era of Tmnt