All 25 Super Sentai Series Adapted as Power Rangers: A Chronological List
Discover the incredible lineage of Super Sentai shows transformed into the iconic Power Rangers series This chronological list showcases 25 thrilling seasons, from Zyuranger to Gokaiger, each offering action-packed adventures and unforgettable battles against evil forces
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Every Power Rangers season is based on a Super Sentai series, with Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger serving as the basis for the iconic Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.
Not all Super Sentai shows are made into Power Rangers, as certain seasons such as Dairanger and Kakuranger were only partially integrated into the American version. Over the years, Power Rangers has experienced numerous transformations and alterations, incorporating various Sentai series to develop distinct narratives and fresh outfits.
Every Power Rangers season is based on a Super Sentai series, starting from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers to Power Rangers Cosmic Fury. After the successful collaboration between Toei and Marvel for a Japanese Spider-Man show, influential figures like Stan Lee and Haim Sabam recognized the potential of the Super Sentai franchise. The first major success to come out of this collaboration was Power Rangers in 1993, marking the beginning of a 30-year-old franchise that encompasses movies, TV shows, video games, and more.
Not all Super Sentai shows have been adapted into Power Rangers. The Super Sentai franchise originated in 1975 with Himitsu Sentai Gorenger, whereas the first Power Rangers series followed a Sentai from 1992 in chronological order. While some Power Rangers shows closely resemble their Super Sentai counterparts, others diverge significantly.
25. Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger (1992-1993)
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
By 1992, there had been at least two major attempts to bring Super Sentai into American television following Marvel’s collaboration with Toei for the Japanese Spider-Man show. However, both Stan Lee’s Sun Vulcan project and Haim Saban’s Bioman project failed to succeed. The turning point came when Saban and FOX Kids struck a deal to localize portions of a Super Sentai series and integrate them with fresh, original scenes filmed in the United States. Selected as the base for this endeavor was Kyoryu Sentai Zyuranger, a Super Sentai show portraying five warriors from ancient times who awaken in the present to combat Witch Bandora. Thus, it was chosen to become the iconic Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.
24. Gosei Sentai Dairanger (1993-1994)
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
Dairanger followed Zyuranger as the next Super Sentai installment, but it never received a full Power Rangers adaptation. Mighty Morphin Power Rangers had become a cultural phenomenon, making it impractical to abandon the iconic costumes and characters for a new Sentai adaptation. To address this, Power Rangers had to get creative since Zyuranger only had 50 episodes. They incorporated elements of Dairanger into the show, which started using more original footage after season 2. Interestingly, the White Ranger in Mighty Morphin, who debuted in the middle of season 2, was based on a character from Dairanger. Zyuranger did not feature a White Ranger.
23. Ninja Sentai Kakuranger (1994-1995)
Mighty Morphin Power Rangers
Kakuranger never received a proper full adaptation as a Power Rangers season. However, it did provide inspiration for the creation of the Alien Rangers, who had their own mini-season towards the end of Mighty Morphin. Centered around a story about ninjas, Kakuranger set the stage for the Ninjetti arc in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. This led to the introduction of new costumes, powers, and Zords for the Rangers. The main characters from Kakuranger became the Power Rangers of Aquitar, while the character Ninjaman was transformed into Power Rangers' Ninjor. Additionally, Kakuranger had a direct influence on the non-canon film, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie.
22. Choriki Sentai Ohranger (1995-1996)
Power Rangers Zeo
After incorporating some elements from Dairanger and Kakuranger to extend the duration of Mighty Morphin, it was time for Power Rangers to completely move away from Zyuranger. This marked a significant milestone in the franchise, as it was the first time that the Power Rangers would receive completely new costumes, along with a fresh set of adversaries. Introduced as Choriki Sentai Ohranger, a Super Sentai series featuring a group of elite warriors recruited to combat the Machine Empire of Baranoia, it subsequently transformed into Power Rangers Zeo. Despite the introduction of new costumes and villains, Power Rangers retained most of the cast from the third season of Mighty Morphin.
21. Gekisou Sentai Carranger (1996-1997)
Power Rangers Turbo
Considering the lackluster performance of Zeo, especially when compared to the hugely successful Mighty Morphin season, there was no compelling reason for Power Rangers to continue with its Ohranger adaptation. Consequently, in 1997, the franchise took a turn and introduced Turbo, a season centered around cars. To create this new installment, Power Rangers incorporated Gekisou Sentai Carranger, a Japanese show featuring five garage employees bestowed with superpowers to combat a group of malevolent alien drivers. While Turbo borrowed the costumes and majority of the action sequences from Carranger, it introduced a fresh twist by incorporating an original antagonist named Divatox, whose scenes were exclusively filmed in the United States, indicating a subtly innovative approach for the series.
20. Denji Sentai Megaranger (1997-1998)
Power Rangers in Space
While the Power Rangers shows prior to this point had largely followed a similar premise to their Super Sentai counterparts, Power Rangers in Space diverged significantly from Megaranger. Serving as the concluding installment of the Zordon Era, it revolved around the next generation of Turbo Rangers venturing into outer space. There they encountered the solitary Ranger named Andros and together formed the In Space Power Rangers. Conversely, Megaranger had no affiliation with outer space, instead focusing on the adventures of five skilled gamers who were bestowed with the technology to transform into Megarangers. Nevertheless, Power Rangers in Space achieved great success and revitalized the franchise.
19. Seijuu Sentai Gingaman (1998-1999)
Power Rangers Lost Galaxy
Power Rangers Lost Galaxy differed from In Space as it closely resembled its Sentai counterparts. Gingaman shared the tale of a lineage of warriors entrusted with the duty of safeguarding the planet, with the current generation serving as the main heroes. The Power Rangers wielded the Quasar Sabers, which were transformed from the Starbeast swords, and introduced a space-themed setting to the Gingaman concept. Interestingly, due to the production of a Gingaman vs. Megaranger crossover during the filming of Lost Galaxy, the Power Rangers were initially unable to utilize the costumes of the Gingaman villains and had to create their own original adversaries.
18. Kyuukyuu Sentai GoGoV (1999-2000)
Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue
Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue maintained the core premise of GoGoV by featuring a team of five individuals recruited from rescue duties to serve as Power Rangers. However, there were several notable distinctions between the two series. In GoGoV, all five Rangers were siblings, whereas in Lightspeed Rescue, they were initially strangers to each other. Another significant contrast was the absence of any additional heroes from GoGoV in Lightspeed Rescue, which instead introduced its own original sixth Ranger – the Titanium Ranger.
17. Mirai Sentai Timeranger (2000-2001)
Power Rangers Time Force
Power Rangers had previously dealt with the concept of time travel, but Mirai Sentai Timeranger elevated it to an entire season devoted to exploring the past and the future. This 2000 Super Sentai series later became known as Power Rangers Time Force and followed the journey of a group of Time Police cadets from the 30th century. Their mission was to traverse through history and apprehend a number of escaped criminals. Though Power Rangers Time Force paid homage to its Sentai counterpart by incorporating significant Timeranger scenes, it also introduced unique elements to the storyline.
16. Hyakujuu Sentai Gaoranger (2001-2002)
Power Rangers Wild Force
Gaoranger, a season centered around a group of individuals granted the capability to harness the Power Animals from an ancient era, was transformed into Power Rangers Wild Force. The majority of the concepts from Gaoranger were retained for Wild Force, which also featured a team of young Rangers who could tap into the power of the Wildzords to combat the malevolent Orgs endeavoring to once again seize control of Earth. In contrast to Lightspeed Rescue, Wild Force preserved the design of its Sentai's Sixth Ranger by adapting GaoSilver into the adored Lunar Wolf Ranger.
15. Ninpuu Sentai Hurricaneger (2002-2003)
Power Rangers Ninja Storm
Power Rangers Ninja Storm marked a significant turning point in the production of the franchise. This season was notable as the first to be fully produced by Disney, and it was also the first to be filmed in New Zealand instead of the United States. This filming location tradition would continue until Power Rangers Cosmic Fury in 2023. While Ninja Storm stayed relatively faithful to its Super Sentai counterpart, Hurricaneger, there was potential for a very different Power Rangers story. Prior to Disney's acquisition of the franchise, there were plans for Hurricaneger to be adapted into Power Rangers Hexagon, which would have depicted a civil war between Jason and Tommy.
14. Bakuryu Sentai Abaranger (2003-2004)
Power Rangers Dino Thunder
After a decade, Super Sentai revisited the dinosaur concept with Bakuryu Sentai Abaranger, which later became Power Rangers Dino Thunder. The incorporation of dinosaurs and the return of Tommy Oliver, portrayed by Jason David Frank, contributed to Dino Thunder being hailed as a memorable season and one of the finest in Power Rangers history. In the original series, a Ranger from an alternate dimension is tasked with stopping an invasion and enlisting the help of three new warriors. However, in Dino Thunder, Doctor Oliver serves as a mentor to three young individuals who ultimately become Power Rangers themselves. Notably, Dino Thunder even featured a meta episode that directly acknowledged Abaranger.
13. Tokusou Sentai Dekaranger (2004-2005)
Power Rangers S.P.D.
The story of Dekaranger bears striking resemblance to Power Rangers S.P.D., as both narratives revolve around a specialized police force tasked with combating monstrous threats. In both shows, five cadets are handpicked to acquire extraordinary abilities. Interestingly, S.P.D. opted to retain the design and name of Doggie Kruger, contributing to the series' unwavering loyalty to its source material. Notably, Dekaranger's storyline extended beyond its original run, and there is even a vocal demand for the adaptation of the Dekaranger movie into a Power Rangers S.P.D. reunion.
12. Mahou Sentai Magiranger (2005-2006)
Power Rangers Mystic Force
While every Super Sentai season delves into fantastical narratives, Mahou Sentai Magiranger specifically revolves around the realm of magic. Power Rangers, in turn, fully embraced this concept, leading to the creation of Power Rangers Mystic Force. One particularly remarkable and potentially ingenious alteration made to the original source material was the transformation of the character Heavenly Arch Saint Magiel, portrayed by Machiko Soga, the actress who played Witch Bandora in the original series, into a reformed incarnation of Rita Repulsa in Power Rangers Mystic Force.
11. GoGo Sentai Boukenger (2006-2007)
Power Rangers Operation Overdrive
Power Rangers Operation Overdrive was based on GoGo Sentai Boukenger, which had a similar premise. In Boukenger, the SGS enlists a group of young people to explore the globe in search of the Precious, ancient artifacts. In Power Rangers Operation Overdrive, a wealthy adventurer recruits five teenagers, including his son, to become Power Rangers and embark on a quest for magical jewels.
10. Juken Sentai Gekiranger (2007-2008)
Power Rangers Jungle Fury
Master ShaFu imparts the wisdom of the Beast-Fist style onto three young warriors in Juken Sentai Gekiranger, transforming them into Gekirangers. Similarly, in Power Rangers Jungle Fury, the Order of the Claw, also known as the Pai Zhua, handpicks their most skilled members to become Power Rangers. Notably, Jungle Fury marks the first Power Rangers season to align the foot soldiers' name, the Rinshi, with their Sentai counterparts.
9. Engine Sentai Go-onger (2008-2009)
Power Rangers R.P.M.
Being the first car-inspired Super Sentai series since Carranger, Engine Sentai Go-onger underwent adaptation into Power Rangers RPM. While Go-onger revolved around battling invaders with intentions to pollute and terraform Earth, RPM unfolded in a dystopian future where numerous cities were on the brink of destruction. Given its distinctive concept, Power Rangers RPM existed within an alternate universe, thereby distinguishing it from the primary Power Rangers timeline.
8. Samurai Sentai Shinkenger (2009-2010)
Power Rangers Samurai
Shinkenger recounts the tale of a noble descendant who requires protection from the vassal descendants in the present-day society. Power Rangers Samurai, a derivative of Shinkenger, explores a similar premise, introducing a new generation of samurai combating a resurfaced malevolence. This marked the commencement of a fresh era for Power Rangers subsequent to the conclusion of the Disney run.
7. Tensou Sentai Goseiger (2010-2011)
Power Rangers Megaforce
Goseiger witnesses the collaboration of five warriors and an accompanying robot named Dates, who unite in their endeavor to safeguard Earth against the nefarious Warstar alien force. Power Rangers Megaforce, an adaptation of the series, features five adolescents handpicked by a protegee of Zordon to defend Earth against Warstar. Despite the semblance of Megaforce’s premise to Goseiger's narrative, a significant deviation from the source material was still on the horizon.
6. Kaizoku Sentai Gokaiger (2011-2012)
Power Rangers Super Megaforce
Starting with the Samurai series, Power Rangers introduced a new format where the second season of a new series would undergo a rebranding. This led to Power Rangers Super Samurai following Power Rangers Samurai, and Power Rangers Super Megaforce following Power Rangers Megaforce. However, Super Megaforce was based on a different Sentai season compared to the first season. Instead of Goseiger, Super Megaforce adapted Gokaiger, which was a season centered around pirates and featured legacy Sentai heroes transformed into keys.
Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I grew up watching Power Rangers and Super Sentai, and I have mixed feelings about the relationship between the two franchises. On the one hand, I appreciate how Power Rangers has introduced me to the world of Super Sentai and its exciting stories and characters. On the other hand, I sometimes feel like Power Rangers doesn't give enough credit to Super Sentai and often makes significant changes to the original stories, which can be disappointing for fans of the original series.
Overall, I think it's great that Power Rangers has been able to introduce Super Sentai to a wider audience and that it has helped to popularize the genre of tokusatsu outside of Japan. However, I hope that in the future, Power Rangers will be more faithful to the original Super Sentai series and give them the credit they deserve.
