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Earlier this year, news broke that Hasbro and Disney are reportedly developing a new Power Rangers series for Disney+, with Percy Jackson and the Olympians showrunners Jonathan E. Steinberg and Dan Shotz attached.
The show is expected to “reinvent the franchise for a whole new generation,” but just how much reinvention remains to be seen.
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Disney’s Power Rangers Could Mirror the 2017 Reboot
When the Power Rangers were last rebooted in 2017, the film leaned into darker themes, introduced a more diverse cast, and explored deeper character arcs than its predecessors.
While it didn’t perform as well at the box office as Lionsgate had hoped, many praised its more progressive tone.
That begs the question—will the Disney+ version aim for something similar, or go back to the more colorful, episodic style of the ’90s series?
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The tone of the new series could ultimately determine how the IP is treated within Disney’s streaming service ecosystem.
A kid-friendly, action-packed format may suit the Disney+ lineup and open the door for a return to the parks.
But if the show takes a grittier route, akin to modern superhero adaptations, its chances of making it into Disney Parks become slimmer.
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Still, the demand is there. The Power Rangers franchise spans 30 seasons, two movies, comic books, video games, toy lines, and more, with legions of fans who grew up watching the original Mighty Morphin team and are now introducing it to their own kids.
That kind of generational pull is exactly the kind of cross-demographic appeal Disney looks for.
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The Power Rangers’ History With Disney Parks
Back in the early 2000s, Disney hosted Power Rangers appearances at Hollywood Studios, with several teams joining parades and meet-and-greets.
There’s nothing to suggest the company wouldn’t consider bringing them back—especially if the series becomes a hit.
While a themed land may be unlikely at this stage, a character experience or limited-time activation wouldn’t be out of the question.
If the show manages to win over both new viewers and longtime fans, the Rangers could once again suit up at Walt Disney World—and this time, maybe even stick around.
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