Power Rangers is one of the most popular and longest-running American superhero series of all time. Yet, the series simply wouldn't have happened without the original Japanese Super Sentai franchise. Power Rangers is an incredible series, but it borrows most of its footage and themes from Super Sentai. Unfortunately, Super Sentai has announced that there are no plans to renew the franchise in recent years.
Super Sentai ending is largely to make way for newer superhero shows. That said, there's no way any new franchise could carry the same weight as the series it's replacing. Super Sentai is profoundly important for the history of the superhero genre, so many fans are worried about its American sister series. Interestingly enough, Disney + is seemingly planning an original reboot of the popular Power Rangers franchise set to air sometime in 2026.
Power Rangers Is Heavily Based Off of the Popular Super Sentai Franchise
The American Series Borrows Much of Its Footage and Premises From the Japanese Iteration
Power Rangers simply wouldn't exist without Super Sentai. The American series is simply a dubbed adaptation of the Japanese series, but adds several key differences and plot lines. More often than not, Power Rangers makes its unique plot lines a lot less serious in order to appeal to younger audiences. This has historically led to Super Sentai having historically more positive ratings.
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Aside from the suits and the main premise of each season, Power Ranger also borrows a good deal of its footage from Super Sentai. The plots might not be the same, but the fights are undoubtedly so. Almost every time the Rangers are morphed, the franchise is taking advantage of previous Super Sentai footage. There have been instances where entire characters are reworked, like Anubis Cruger, but this is extremely rare.
Interestingly enough, there have even been several crossovers between the series. Koda, from Power Rangers: Dino Charge, even had a previous role in Super Sentai. The character also makes several cameo appearances within the popular Japanese series. Both franchises have been relatively self-aware, but that doesn't prevent them from technically being separate universes.
Super Sentai Has Officially Ended After More Than 50 Years
As of Now, There Are No Plans to Renew Super Sentai
Toei has recently announced that they have absolutely no plans to renew Super Sentai for the time being. The series has run for over 50 years, consistently receiving some of the most positive ratings among Japanese superhero shows. Super Sentai ran for 49 seasons, some more well-received than others, but remains an integral part of Japanese history. It has been continuously referenced and adapted, but no series will likely surpass the craze of the original.
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Toei has confirmed they canceled Super Sentai to make way for other up-and-coming series. This decision is extremely controversial, but it is ultimately for the best. It is much better to end a series on a high note, rather than run it into the ground. However, many believe that Super Sentai could've continued for several more decades. Thankfully, Toei has confirmed a reboot isn't completely out of the question.
Super Sentai's time slot is currently being taken by the new series Project R.E.D. The show appears to be another entry in the tokusatsu series which appears to be a mix of Super Sentai and Karmen Rider. However, the series has already hinted that it could receive a Super Sentai crossover, despite the series hiatus. Many fans believe Project R.E.D. Is meant to capitalize on the Red Ranger's popularity. Project R.E.D is a reboot of the popular Space Sheriff Gavan, but the series will probably have a lot more to do with Super Sentai than its original counterpart.
Many Fans Are Worried About Power Rangers' Future After Super Sentai's Cancellation
The Series Has Previously Relied on the Japanese Show For Its Footage
Compared to Super Sentai, Power Rangers has always been a relatively divisive series. The franchise has always attracted the same number of detractors as fans. Even since the very beginning, the series has always been needlessly criticized. Yet, now that the parent series is taking a major hiatus, many worry that the Power Rangers could receive the same fate.
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One of the franchise's main worries stems from the lack of Super Sentai footage. Fans are worried that newer content won't live up to the expectations the series has brought so far. However, those fans are ignoring one key detail. All the footage used from Super Sentai was almost a decade old at the time it was used within the series. Using original footage allows for the franchise to take advantage of content that isn't already aged before release.
Ultimately, new Power Rangers editions will now use their own original characters, Zords, and ideas. The series has long since taken on its own identity, but even that heavily relied on Super Sentai. Thankfully, even though the future of the parent series remains unclear, fans have gotten good news concerning the Power Rangers in recent months . Disney has recently announced that they will be the ones in charge of the upcoming Power Rangers reboot.
There Is Already a New Disney-Led Reboot in the Works for the Franchise
The Next Iteration Could Make it or Break it For the Power Rangers
Disney bought the rights to Power Rangers relatively recently. The production company has long been known for acquiring and rebooting popular franchises, but that doesn't mean they are willing to work on anything. After the Doctor Who reboot seemed to drop off, Disney abandoned the project. Fans are worried that Power Rangers could receive the same fate, but are decidedly optimistic.
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Hasbro has partnered with Disney to bring the next generation of Power Rangers to the screen. As of now, fans know next to nothing about the series aside from the fact that it will be decidedly more mature. This would be a great choice, especially if Power Rangers want to be as popular as the original Super Sentai. Fans are desperate for a more mature take on the series akin to Power Rangers Time Force.
As of now, Toei has revealed no plans to continue the Super Sentai series. The series is just on hiatus, but there's a chance it could never return. This might seem like a negative thing for the Power Ragers' franchise, but it could ultimately serve to its' benefit. Now that the franchise is being forced to be original, it might actually generate credible ratings among modern audiences.
