The Power Rangers franchise has given us some amazing moments over the years, especially during the 2000s! This era brought us some of the best crossover episodes, which fans will love.
The Best Crossover Ever?
While "Forever Red" (released in 2002) is considered one of the best, the real champion of crossovers might be "Thunder Storm." This epic event from 2004, combined two amazing seasons, Dino Thunder and Ninja Storm, which has not been surpassed.
The Disney Era
The Disney era for Power Rangers started in 2003 with Ninja Storm. Filming moved to New Zealand, which made it pretty special!
- Each season felt more standalone.
- A big difference from seasons before!
The tone changed but the awesome crossovers never stopped! This means, we're getting something even more special from Dino Thunder
Thunder Storm Explained
It is almost an impossible act to top "Forever Red." which honored 10 years of Power Rangers. "Thunder Storm" showed everyone what Disney's Power Rangers were going to do.
"Thunder Storm" included epic fights that even combined some of the series best Rangers in the history of Power Rangers.
- It also had the best morphing sequences!
- We get to see Jason David Frank, in his iconic Tommy Oliver role.
- Tommy Oliver wasn't just the star he appeared alongside other great Rangers.
- It shows that crossovers will always remain some of the most entertaining episodes in all of Power Rangers history! This includes seeing multiple characters back on the screen like The Wind Rangers from Ninja Storm.
Ninja Storm's Impact
Fans remember Ninja Storm as the very first time that Disney had taken over making these legendary shows! While there was the feeling that this meant it wasn't as action packed as prior versions.
- No crossovers
- It brought amazing things to the franchise such as having unique powers for each of the characters and the show delivered well and is among the best!
With the return of some fan-favorite characters it really shows why there's a need for more crossover moments that makes it a really awesome experience for all of those who are fans of Power Rangers.
Thunder Storm Plot
The two-part epic crossover episode really hits on why these team-ups become legendary!
Lothor had made it out of jail and found the need to try and unleash his wicked plans!
It seems that he tried to unleash something even darker.
- He took advantage of the Wind Rangers' Sensei and brainwashed them.
- A massive, unexpected fight happens which becomes an epic team up.
- It ends up with another big surprise as these incredible characters find themselves pitted against each other with another epic battle. This had plenty of battles of heroes and villain against villain! Even showing how the Wind Rangers team up against the Dino Thunder Rangers.. And fans really appreciate how the core team comes to rescue everyone.
The Legacy
Years later fans are still discussing these Disney era shows and many are very well received!
It includes the series "Thunder Storm" as this fantastic, epic battle is considered by many as one of the absolute best and shows a Power Ranger's finest hours that can't be easily topped!
Those looking to find the right action-packed show with an awesome set of special effects might just want to check out Power Rangers and all its crazy action scenes! There is a collection of years and even several spin-offs that continue to tell these thrilling stories about saving the day! These stories have continued through time from 1993 all the way through 2023, so if you have not experienced this incredible action series you are missing out! With so much already there, Power Rangers will probably remain a part of future generations as the epic fights continue to evolve with each passing series. Even if this has left some people wanting more in crossovers.
