It’s Time To Let Power Rangers Die

It’s tough to accept when a favorite show starts to feel finished. For more than three decades, Power Rangers has been a key part of many people’s childhoods – a vibrant reminder of teamwork, bravery, and happy memories. But even dedicated fans are realizing that the story, which began with Mighty Morphin Power Rangers in 1993, is nearing its conclusion.

As a lifelong movie and TV fan, I remember when Power Rangers was absolutely huge! It was this incredible blend of martial arts, giant robots, and a kind of wonderfully silly energy that really captured everyone’s attention. It truly became a part of pop culture. But honestly, those days feel like a distant memory now. These days, it feels more like something people revisit for a bit of nostalgia than a show that’s really making waves.

Power Rangers has enjoyed an incredibly long run on television, with almost countless different series – a feat very few children’s shows can claim. But recent developments suggest the franchise’s peak has passed. It may be time for fans to accept that the Power Rangers we know might not continue much longer, or at least, not in its current form.

Power Rangers Is Going Through Its Longest Hiatus

The Franchise Has Been Off The Air For Longer Than Ever Before

The 2023 release of Power Rangers: Cosmic Fury felt like a new beginning for the series. It was the first time a season directly continued the story from Dino Fury, and it marked the first original plotline not adapted from the Japanese show Super Sentai. Adding to the excitement, David Yost reprised his role as Billy Cranston, bringing a welcome dose of nostalgia for fans.

Even with all the effort put into it, Cosmic Fury didn’t quite succeed as Hasbro intended. Now, two years later, Power Rangers hasn’t been on television, creating the longest break in the show’s history. The gap is even longer than the one that occurred in the early 2000s when the series moved from Saban to Disney.

The most similar situation happened when the show went from being produced by Disney back to Saban between 2009 and 2011. However, even then, a remastered version of the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers was released in 2010.

While a two-year break might not seem long for every TV show, it’s noticeable for Power Rangers. Traditionally, Power Rangers released a new season almost annually, with series like Zeo, SPD, and Beast Morphers coming out consistently. This regular schedule is a big reason why it became a weekend morning favorite.

For the first time in over thirty years, there are no new Power Rangers shows or seasons being planned. This lack of new content is significant and noticeable.

The delay isn’t just about scheduling; it shows the Power Rangers franchise is losing steam. While Cosmic Fury aimed to update the series, it actually highlighted how stuck the show has become creatively. This break feels less like a temporary pause and more like the end of a chapter.

It’s Been Rough For Power Rangers Fans Since Cosmic Fury

The Power Rangers Brand Is Facing A Creative And Cultural Identity Crisis

Things haven’t been great for Power Rangers fans since the release of Cosmic Fury. We haven’t seen any new seasons, costumes, robots, or transformation sequences. It doesn’t look like a new live-action show is being made, and reports say Hasbro has stopped using the Japanese Super Sentai series as inspiration – ending a 30-year tradition that shaped the show’s iconic style.

The situation became even more unclear when reports emerged that Netflix had canceled its planned Power Rangers reboot. This reboot, which was expected to be a grittier, interconnected series led by Jonathan Entwistle (known for The End of the Fing World), was completely abandoned, leaving fans uncertain about the future of the franchise.

Trying to continue the story has actually made things worse. For example, a collaboration with the Ninja Kidz web series, intended for younger viewers, faced criticism when the trailer—which has since been removed—seemed to rely on AI-generated visuals and animation.

Currently, the Power Rangers comics published by Boom! Studios are the strongest part of the entire franchise. They offer sophisticated stories, a rich backstory, and much better character development than the TV shows, successfully keeping the spirit of Power Rangers alive when the shows haven’t. But even these excellent comics can’t maintain that spark indefinitely without a current TV series to support them.

Power Rangers Needs To Die – So It Can Be Reborn

The Only Way Forward Is To Completely Let Go Of The Past

Despite being a long-running series, Power Rangers still has a lot to offer. Its central themes – working together, celebrating differences, and battling bad guys – will always be relevant. But to stay fresh and appealing, the show needs to move beyond constantly referencing its past. The constant nods to the original Mighty Morphin series, rehashed villains, and appearances by old characters have made the show feel predictable and stale.

For Power Rangers to have a successful future, it’s time to end the current storyline. The franchise needs a fresh start and the chance to figure out what will resonate with today’s viewers. Recent attempts to blend classic elements with modern stories haven’t quite worked, leaving fans feeling unsatisfied.

Franchises such as Transformers and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have proven they can successfully update themselves for new audiences. Power Rangers could do the same, but it needs a fresh start. To truly revitalize the series, it’s necessary to move beyond the familiar costumes, robots, and gadgets, allowing the Power Rangers to become a relevant and compelling story for today’s viewers, rather than relying on nostalgia.

The Disney+ Reboot Is Power Rangers’ Only Hope

A New Reboot From Hasbro And Disney+ Could Finally Save The Franchise

Despite recent challenges, there’s some good news for Power Rangers fans. Hasbro and Disney+ are reportedly working on a new live-action Power Rangers project, as announced by Deadline in October 2025. While we don’t know many details yet, this is the biggest development for the franchise in a long time and could be key to its future.

A new Power Rangers series on Disney+ could be a fresh start, moving away from the show’s traditional format and updating it for today’s viewers. Disney+’s wide audience and resources could finally give the series the high quality look and feel it deserves. This is a chance to present Power Rangers not just as a nostalgic kids’ show, but as a serious and exciting action-adventure world.

Disney used to own Power Rangers in the mid-2000s, and during that time, some of the most popular seasons, like Dino Thunder and SPD, were made. Bringing the show back to Disney could be a great move, giving the brand a fresh start under the company that once helped it succeed. If the new series does well, Power Rangers could become popular with a new generation of fans, not just those who remember it fondly from the past.

The Original Power Rangers Universe Will Still Live On

Even If The Franchise Reboots, Its Legacy Will Never Disappear

Even with the new Power Rangers series coming to Disney+, the original show and its history aren’t being forgotten. Almost all past seasons are available to watch on YouTube, meaning three decades of Power Rangers adventures will be around for fans old and new.

Despite the TV show’s declining popularity, the Power Rangers franchise is still incredibly popular. Toys, video games, and collectibles remain bestsellers, and iconic imagery from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers is still everywhere you look. From Halloween costumes to fan conventions and strong merchandise sales, it’s clear that people still have a strong connection to Power Rangers.

The Power Rangers comics published by Boom! Studios have greatly expanded the stories and lore beyond what the TV shows were able to do, finding fresh ways to feature beloved characters like Jason, Kimberly, and Tommy. While the Power Rangers universe continues to change and grow, the core spirit of the original series remains strong.

2025-10-26 01:30