Power Rangers DinoThunder

Before they made such a big deal out of everything. It took three episodes for the evil white ranger to just hang around there, and at the very end, it seems like everything was rushed. I thought I'd give this series a chance because Jason David Frank was coming back, but Ninja Storm owns Dino Thunder. The whole idea's good, but they just didn't think too much on how they were going to carry everything out. They had plenty of ideas to work with... including the Triassic Ranger, Triassic Battlizer (who has an attack that is like a spin off of the Ninja Storm Red Battlizer), and even the Blue Ranger's motorcycle upgrade (which is a sort of spin off of Crimson Thunder Ranger's motorcycle). Unless the last few episodes are really worth while, Dino Thunder is officially trash.

Sometimes the past has to resurface to remind us why we loved it in the first place." Power Rangers DinoThunder (2004) captures that essence, merging the nostalgic legacy of earlier seasons with a fresh narrative for a new generation. What makes this installment stand out is its ability to balance continuity with innovation-particularly by reintroducing Tommy Oliver, now in a mentor role, bridging past Rangers with the DinoThunder team.

From a storytelling perspective, the season is more character-driven than many of its predecessors. Each Ranger is given meaningful arcs: Conner's transformation from a self-centered athlete to a dependable leader, Ethan's growth as a tech-savvy problem solver, and Kira's balance of individuality and teamwork. These arcs, while sometimes formulaic, provide a depth that resonates with older fans as much as younger viewers. The villain, Mesogog, is a surprisingly layered antagonist, offering higher stakes and a darker tone compared to the often campier threats of the franchise.

Visually, the dinosaur-themed Zords bring excitement with inventive designs, and the battles are enhanced by strong choreography and practical effects, even if some CGI feels dated. Where DinoThunder succeeds most is in its thematic continuity: the season emphasizes responsibility, teamwork, and maturity, echoing the long-standing DNA of the franchise while revitalizing it.

Overall, Power Rangers DinoThunder strikes a compelling balance between action, character development, and nostalgic callbacks. It doesn't reinvent the formula entirely, but it strengthens it in ways that made the series memorable once again.

Rating: 7/10 - A satisfying revival that honors the past while carving its own path.

I stopped watching Power Rangers after Power Rangers In Space, and totally forgot about the show. Then I came across the new series, Dino Thunder, and I began watching it again, basically because of Tommy returning! Tommy is now a high school science teacher, and has given three students of his, Connor, Ethan and Kira, Dino Gems, which turns them into Power Rangers. Connor is the leader and knucklehead of the group, Ethan is a computer genius and video game freak, and Kira is sort of an outsider and a good singer. Tommy later gets himself a Dino Gem of his own, making him the Black Dino Power Ranger! Now, this new team of Power Rangers must stop the evil Mesogog and his henchmen from taking over the world! Score: *****/*****

I was a huge fan of the original MIGHTY MORPHIN' POWER RANGERS and all of its follow-ups when I was younger, but I stopped watching the show after POWER RANGERS IN SPACE. One day this year, I was watching TV and a commercial came on for a new POWER RANGERS show. I have to admit it looked pretty cool, but what really caught my attention was seeing Jason David Frank, aged 7 years since he was last in a POWER RANGERS series, making a return to television to play Dr. Thomas Oliver. "Tommy," as I will always remember him, was a fan-favorite and the leader of the older POWER RANGERS teams. I was curious about this show, so I watched the premiere, and it was a great show. The next episode was a clip show comemmorating the Power Rangers 500th episode! Anyway, I started to watch the show, and it turned out to be a very well-done show. It also made me feel very "nostalgic" after watching myself wake up early on a Saturday morning to catch the newest episode of POWER RANGERS. POWER RANGERS DINO THUNDER is a great show, but not as good as the original MIGHTY MORPHIN' POWER RANGERS.

I stopped watching Power Rangers when I was 11 or 12, and it became Zeo Power Rangers. The return of Tommy and the dinosaurs zords, I have new found love of it. I admit I'm somewhat embarrassed by my newly rediscovery of my love of Power Rangers at the age of 19. However, I love getting to relive my childhood.