10 Most Disappointing Power Rangers Scenes in the Entire Franchise, Ranked

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Almost every episode of a favorite show contains moments that viewers eagerly anticipate rewatching. These are the moments that make being a fan enjoyable, and during the initial viewing, they generate genuine enthusiasm. However, it’s disappointing how frequently an episode can include scenes that abruptly halt the momentum a season had built up.

Certain Power Rangers sequences continue to stir disappointment among viewers, regardless of the lapse in years. These less-than-satisfying instances remain as potent as ever due to the series’ knack for fostering strong connections with its characters and, on occasion, its overarching plotline. Often, these scenes seem superfluous, and even when a purpose is evident, the script still falls short of expectations.

The final fight between the Wild Force Rangers and Master Org in Power Rangers Wild Force is a suitably corny and inspiring scene, where the rangers’ courage brings back all the fallen Wild Zords, enabling them to triumph. However, instead of prolonging the joyful atmosphere, “End of the Power Rangers Part 2” chooses to dampen it almost instantly afterward.

After winning their battle against the Orgs, Princess Shayla logically asks the Rangers to hand over their Growl Morphers. However, it’s hard to fathom why she also insists that the Wild Force Rangers surrender their team jackets. This unexpected and seemingly petty moment leaves viewers feeling disgruntled, primarily because of how inexplicable Shayla’s demand appears, and how distressed the Rangers look in response. Moreover, this request does not align with expectations for a satisfying conclusion to the Wild Force series.

Among all its writing flaws, “Once a Ranger” stands out as one of the most thrilling episodes during the Disney Era. The two-part operation, titled “Operation Overdrive“, welcomes back beloved Rangers from the past four seasons, along with the second Mighty Morphin Black Ranger, Adam Park. Regrettably, despite being designated as the leader of these seasoned Rangers, Adam endures the poorest treatment among them.

In each significant scene for characters like Bridge Carson, Kira Ford, Tori Hanson, and Xander Bly, their season themes are played. However, unlike them, Adam, who is known for his legendary theme song, gets a common, easily forgettable rock tune as his representation instead.

Halfway through the second season of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, it becomes evident that Jason David Frank, Johnny Yong Bosch, and Jason Narvy have taken over as the Red, Black, and Yellow Rangers from their original actors, Jason Lee Scott, Zack Taylor, and Trini Kwan. Although this change is disappointing on its own, a closer look reveals a heart-wrenching scene that foreshadows this transition and underscores the clumsy way in which it was managed. Starting with “Missing Green,” it’s obvious that Austin St. John, Walter Jones, and Thuy Trang are no longer the sole actors portraying their respective characters.

During “Missing Green,” although Jason, Zack, and Trini’s original actors are still part of the show, they no longer provide voices for their morphed characters. Since St. John, Jones, and Trang exited the series before recording post-production lines for this episode and subsequent ones, new actors were brought in to fill their roles. However, these replacements don’t sound much like their original counterparts, with Trang’s performance being the most noticeably different.

In the first part of the series “Power Rangers RPM”, a fresh face in the franchise, Eddie Guzelian, held the reins. He was instrumental in shaping almost every aspect, from the gritty post-apocalyptic environment to the character-centric narrative that was somewhat unconventional for Power Rangers. Regrettably, he was let go midway through production due to overspending, and this is evident when you watch the season as it seems there were significant production issues occurring off-camera.

In “Prisoners,” it becomes evident that Judd Lynn assumed control of production, particularly in the episodes revisiting Andros and Astronema’s storyline from Power Rangers in Space. The writing loses its refinement, the storylines become reminiscent of typical Power Rangers fare, and an entire episode, “And…Action!,” was produced due to the production gap caused by the changeover. Watching it then was a letdown, and it’s even more disheartening now, knowing that Guzelian had a distinctly darker, alternative ending for the season in mind.

In the two series of Power Rangers Megaforce, Robo Knight is the character with a well-developed storyline. Initially, he appears aloof and solely focused on protecting the environment, but as the story progresses, he forms friendships with the other rangers and grows to appreciate humanity. Tragically, he sacrifices himself in a heroic manner, which is one of the few moments that truly resonates with fans. Unfortunately, this emotional depth was undone during the final episode of Super Megaforce.

Toward the end of “Legendary Battle,” Robo Knight reappears to team up with his comrade, Troy Burrows. The show doesn’t offer any explanation for this sudden return within its narrative, and no reason would have been entirely satisfactory. Unfortunately, even a series as successful as Megaforce couldn’t pull off a satisfying conclusion.

In the Power Rangers Dino Charge series, the relationship between Tyler Navarro and Shelby Watkins is one of the most captivating within the franchise. Over the span of two seasons, their connection develops organically, with the actors displaying a charming camaraderie that draws viewers in. However, despite all the anticipation, when they reach the kissing point in “The Rangers Rock,” the long-awaited moment doesn’t take place.

After Tyler and Shelby had acknowledged their feelings for each other and expressed them openly, they were about to share a kiss. Just as they leaned in, though, Koda intruded, breaking the moment with a humorous distraction. In contrast, Power Rangers Time Force handled the Red and Pink Rangers’ confession of feelings gravely, and didn’t resort to making light of their moment with an unfunny joke.

In the realm of online tabletop role-playing games, the series _Power Rangers Hyperforce_ demonstrated remarkable ambition. It wove an epic tale spanning Ranger history, introduced many engaging characters, and invested effort to make its fresh team captivating. Given its confidence in securing a second season, viewers were left hanging, as Hyperforce concluded on a suspenseful note, leaving no resolution for the fans, who had eagerly anticipated it.

Towards the finale of “Power Rangers Hyperforce”, the malicious Alliance emerges victorious, overpowering the Rangers and seizing control of the universe. It is simultaneously disclosed that the head of this alliance is none other than Chloe Ashford’s father, the Hyperforce Pink Ranger’s dad. Unfortunately for eager fans, a resolution or follow-up to this plot twist would not be immediately available, instead requiring patience and a wait for BOOM Studios!’s “Power Rangers” comics in the future.

In the series Power Rangers Zeo, Billy Cranston’s character experienced some of its most significant moments. Although he stepped away from being a Ranger, he excelled in his new position as a technical consultant. One of his standout episodes was “Graduation Blues,” which is often considered one of the best during the Zordon Era. However, towards the end of the season, Billy decided to part ways with the series, and this departure was less satisfying compared to that of the other original Rangers.

In the series “Rangers of Two Worlds,” Billy undergoes an unexpected transformation into an old man. After seeking rejuvenation in Aquitar, he decides to remain there permanently. This unconventional portrayal of a beloved character, who is also one of the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers and played by David Yost, might seem disappointing at first. However, it’s less disappointing because Billy returns in “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Once and Always” and “Power Rangers Cosmic Fury,” ensuring that both the character and actor are treated justly.

Ecliptor, a fan favorite and powerful villain from the world of Power Rangers, held a significant rank within the United Alliance of Evil. However, beneath his malevolent exterior, he was deeply devoted to his daughter Astronema, demonstrating time and again that his affection for her surpassed his allegiance to Dark Specter. Consequently, it seems like an insult when Ecliptor is unceremoniously eliminated by the Z-Wave at the conclusion of Power Rangers in Space.

In the climactic ending of “Countdown to Destruction,” Andros fatally strikes Zordon, leading to the annihilation of all malevolent forces across the universe. Surprisingly, despite Ecliptor’s noble nature and the mere purging of evil in villains like Lord Zedd and Rita Repulsa, Ecliptor is ultimately destroyed. What’s more, Astronema, formerly known as Karone, never shows signs of grief for him, neither at the end of “In Space,” nor during her tenure as the Pink Ranger in “Power Rangers Lost Galaxy.

The concluding moment of “Passing the Torch Part II” from Power Rangers Turbo will always be etched in the memories of fans as an unforgettable event. In a surprising turn, characters Tommy Oliver, Adam Park, Katherine Hillard, and Tanya Sloane all bid farewell to the series almost without any preparation, passing their powers to newcomers. Although these fresh faces eventually gained popularity, it still feels unsettling to witness the last traces of the Mighty Morphin era depart in such an abrupt manner.

The storyline “Passing the Torch” fails to convincingly explain why the veteran Rangers should relinquish their powers, and it puts minimal effort into introducing their successors. Previously minor characters like Carlos Vallerte and Ashley Hammond are suddenly made Rangers without adequate build-up or demonstration of their worthiness for the role. Newcomers TJ Johnson and Cassie Chan debut in this two-part episode without any prior introduction. The season doesn’t effectively establish the idea that the Rangers have grown into adults before this point, and while many former Rangers reappear later on, Tanya does not.

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2025-07-06 01:08