Disney is planning a new Power Rangers reboot, this time as a series for Disney+. Hasbro, which owns the rights to the iconic franchise, has partnered with Disney after the 2017 reboot with Lionsgate and Saban Films underperformed at the box office.
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<h2>The Power Rangers legacy</h2>
The Power Rangers franchise follows a group of teenagers recruited by the alien Zordon and granted superpowers to defend Earth. Over the years, multiple versions of the Power Rangers have emerged, each with different power sources.
Since its debut, there have been 28 different television adaptations, both animated and live-action, as well as four feature films. The franchise is currently valued at $522 million.
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<h2>New showrunners for the reboot</h2>
According to a report by The Wrap, Disney has enlisted Percy Jackson and the Olympians showrunners Jonathan E. Steinberg and Dan Shotz to lead the project, replacing Jonathan Entwistle and Jenny Klein.
The decision to bring in Steinberg and Shotz likely stems from the success of Percy Jackson, which is based on Rick Riordan&rsquo;s beloved fantasy series.
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<h2>Percy Jackson&rsquo;s influence</h2>
The first season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians was well received, leading to a second season that recently wrapped filming. Disney has also greenlit a third season, which will adapt The Titan&rsquo;s Curse, following the upcoming second season adaptation of The Sea of Monsters.
With Steinberg and Shotz at the helm, Disney&rsquo;s Power Rangers reboot could bring a fresh take on the beloved franchise.
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Hollywood | Entertainment According to a new report Disney is working on a Power Rangers series with Percy Jackson showrunners Jonathan E. Steinberg and Dan Shotz.

Disney is planning a new Power Rangers reboot, this time as a series for Disney+. Hasbro, which owns the rights to the iconic franchise, has partnered with Disney after the 2017 reboot with Lionsgate and Saban Films underperformed at the box office. Also Read: 'A force on set': Ana de Armas on working with Keanu Reeves in John Wick spinoff Ballerina The Power Rangers legacy The Power Rangers franchise follows a group of teenagers recruited by the alien Zordon and granted superpowers to defend Earth. Over the years, multiple versions of the Power Rangers have emerged, each with different power sources. Since its debut, there have been 28 different television adaptations, both animated and live-action, as well as four feature films. The franchise is currently valued at $522 million. Also Read: The Last of Us season 2: HBO shares new stills of Pedro Pascal and Belle Ramsey New showrunners for the reboot According to a report by The Wrap, Disney has enlisted Percy Jackson and the Olympians showrunners Jonathan E. Steinberg and Dan Shotz to lead the project, replacing Jonathan Entwistle and Jenny Klein. The decision to bring in Steinberg and Shotz likely stems from the success of Percy Jackson, which is based on Rick Riordan’s beloved fantasy series. Also Read: Is Kim Sae Ron’s family hiding the truth about her marriage to target Kim Soo Hyun? YouTuber makes shocking claims Percy Jackson’s influence The first season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians was well received, leading to a second season that recently wrapped filming. Disney has also greenlit a third season, which will adapt The Titan’s Curse, following the upcoming second season adaptation of The Sea of Monsters. With Steinberg and Shotz at the helm, Disney’s Power Rangers reboot could bring a fresh take on the beloved franchise. Also Read: Trigun Stargaze anime series set for 2026 release

Percy Jackson showrunners rumoured to be working on Disney's Power Rangers reboot

The '90s hit television series 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' star, Jason David Frank, is no more! The actor reportedly died by suicide at the age of 49 in Texas. Best known for portraying Tommy aka the White Ranger in the hit show, Frank is survived by his four children.&nbsp;

More details about his death are yet to be revealed and there has been no confirmation on the cause of death so far, however, several publications have reported that the actor took his own life for unknown reasons.

"Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible time as we come to terms with the loss of such a wonderful human being," his manager Justine Hunt said in a statement. "He loved his family, friends and fans very much. He will truly be missed."

Meanwhile,&nbsp;Walter Jones, who played the black ranger in the show, spoke to TMZ and shared, "He was an inspiration to so many people. His presence will be dearly missed. It’s so sad to lose another member of our Ranger family."

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Jones further added, "Jason was one of the biggest pranksters on the show. He had a wild sense of humor. We had our shares of ups and downs but I stayed consistent about being an ear if he needed one. My prayers go out to his family and all that will miss him."

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Professionally trained MMA brawler, who was well-versed in Taekwondo, Muay Thai, Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Frank's offscreen abilities translated onscreen as he showcased his skills in front of the lens. He also fought professionally from 2008 to 2010.&nbsp;
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The '90s hit television series 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' star, Jason David Frank, is no more! The actor reportedly died by suicide at the age of 49 in Texas.

The '90s hit television series 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' star, Jason David Frank, is no more! The actor reportedly died by suicide at the age of 49 in Texas. Best known for portraying Tommy aka the White Ranger in the hit show, Frank is survived by his four children. More details about his death are yet to be revealed and there has been no confirmation on the cause of death so far, however, several publications have reported that the actor took his own life for unknown reasons. "Please respect the privacy of his family and friends during this horrible time as we come to terms with the loss of such a wonderful human being," his manager Justine Hunt said in a statement. "He loved his family, friends and fans very much. He will truly be missed." Meanwhile, Walter Jones, who played the black ranger in the show, spoke to TMZ and shared, "He was an inspiration to so many people. His presence will be dearly missed. It’s so sad to lose another member of our Ranger family." Jones further added, "Jason was one of the biggest pranksters on the show. He had a wild sense of humor. We had our shares of ups and downs but I stayed consistent about being an ear if he needed one. My prayers go out to his family and all that will miss him." Also read: French filmmaker Straub dies aged 89 Professionally trained MMA brawler, who was well-versed in Taekwondo, Muay Thai, Judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Frank's offscreen abilities translated onscreen as he showcased his skills in front of the lens. He also fought professionally from 2008 to 2010.

'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' star Jason David Frank dies at 49

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'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' star Jason David Frank dies at 49