Power Rangers are morphing back to Disney—sort of. As of March 19, 2025, a new live-action Power Rangers series is in development for Disney+, marking a surprising return for the 30-year-old franchise. Hasbro Entertainment, which owns the IP, has teamed up with Disney+ and 20th Century Television to produce this “reinvention,” aiming to hook both nostalgic fans and newbies. Jonathan E. Steinberg and Dan Shotz, the masterminds behind Percy Jackson and the Olympians, are in talks to write, showrun, and executive produce, per The Wrap.

But with no storyline, cast, or release date yet, is this a morphin’ triumph—or a cautious step back into a grid Disney once abandoned? Let’s break down the comeback, Disney’s rocky Ranger history, and what this means for the franchise’s future.

The Power Rangers Are Back—But With a Twist

The Power Rangers are trading Netflix for Disney+, following the end of Power Rangers Cosmic Fury in 2023. Hasbro, which took control of the franchise from Saban Brands in 2018, is now pivoting to Disney+ and 20th Century Television for this fresh live-action series.

• Confirmed Details: The project was announced on March 19, 2025, per The Wrap.
• Showrunners: Jonathan E. Steinberg and Dan Shotz (Percy Jackson and the Olympians).
• Streaming Platform: Disney+.
• Production Partner: 20th Century Television.
• What’s Missing? No plot, no cast, no release date—yet.

Hasbro’s move follows a failed Netflix reboot in 2024, per Gizmodo, suggesting a major shift in strategy. The collaboration hints at a high-profile reinvention, but it’s still unclear how much creative control Disney actually has.

Disney’s Messy History With Power Rangers

Disney’s relationship with Power Rangers has been a chaotic, on-again, off-again saga.

• 2001: Disney acquired Power Rangers in a $5.3 billion buyout of Fox Family Worldwide, per RangerWiki.
• 2003–2009: The franchise moved to New Zealand for cost-cutting, resulting in seven seasons under Disney:
  • Ninja Storm (2003)
  • Dino Thunder (2004) (feat. Tommy Oliver!)
  • S.P.D. (2005)
  • Mystic Force (2006)
  • Operation Overdrive (2007)
  • Jungle Fury (2008)
  • RPM (2009)
• 2009: Disney dropped Power Rangers after RPM due to declining toy sales and a perceived brand misalignment, per Collider.
• 2010: Haim Saban bought the rights back for $43 million, moving production to Nickelodeon with Power Rangers Samurai.

Disney clearly saw Power Rangers as a misfit brand, slashing budgets and relying heavily on Super Sentai footage to keep costs low. Now, 15 years later, it’s cautiously stepping back into the Morphin Grid—just without full ownership.

Why Disney+ and Why Now?

This new Power Rangers series marks Disney’s first direct involvement in the franchise since 2009—but Hasbro still owns the rights. So why the return?

• Streaming Expansion: Disney+ is hungry for new family-friendly action content, and Power Rangers fits the bill.
• Hasbro Needs a Win: The failed Netflix reboot in 2024 left Hasbro looking for a stronger streaming partner.
• Big-Name Showrunners: Steinberg and Shotz bring credibility after their Percy Jackson success.
• Built-in Audience: Nostalgia for Mighty Morphin is at an all-time high.

Hasbro likely hopes Disney+’s 150 million subscribers (per What’s On Disney Plus) will give Power Rangers a larger platform than Netflix ever could. But will this be a full-scale revival or just a one-off nostalgia play?

Power Rangers in Disney Theme Parks? Not Likely

Despite Disney’s ownership stint (2001–2010), Power Rangers never truly became part of Disney Parks. The only major presence was:

• 2002–2009: Power Rangers meet-and-greets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (MGM Studios).
• Characters included: Red, Blue, and Pink Rangers from multiple seasons, including Ninja Storm, Dino Thunder, and SPD.
• 2009: Power Rangers were permanently removed when Disney dropped the franchise.

With Hasbro still in control, a Disney Parks revival seems highly unlikely—unless this new Disney+ series becomes an unexpected mega-hit.

What’s Next for the Morphin Grid?

Hasbro and Disney+ are betting big on Power Rangers’ staying power, but challenges remain:

• Can Disney market Power Rangers better than before?
• Will Hasbro allow a darker, more mature tone?
• Is nostalgia enough, or do Rangers need a full reimagining?

With no plot details yet, fans are divided on X. The hashtag #PowerRangersDisney has over 1 million mentions in March 2025, with reactions split between excitement and skepticism.

If Hasbro and Disney sync their Zords properly, this could be Power Rangers’ biggest comeback since 1993.

Weigh In: Are You Ready to Morph with Disney+?

Will you tune in for a Disney+ Power Rangers revival, or are you skeptical after Disney’s past misfires? Does Hasbro’s reinvention have the power to morph back into greatness, or is it just another corporate grab?