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From the first trailer to main stars and cameo appearances: What we know about the new Power Rangers movie so far

Go go Power Rangers...

DESPITE initial delays the release date for the new Power Rangers movie is nearing and with it the amount of information being drip fed is increasing.

Here is everything you need to know about it so far.

 The Power Rangers have had a makeover for their new big screen outing
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The Power Rangers have had a makeover for their new big screen outingCredit: Alamy
 The story will once again see five teens discover their destinies to save the world as the Power Rangers
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The story will once again see five teens discover their destinies to save the world as the Power RangersCredit: Alamy

What is the new Power Rangers movie plot?

Based on the original popular kids TV show from the 90s, the new film centres on five ordinary teenagers discover they have the ability to change into butt-kicking superheroes known as the Power Rangers.

They must use their powers and robotic Zords to save their town of Angel Grove and the world from the alien threat of arch nemesis Rita Repulsa.

When will it be released?

The new big screen outing is slated to hit cinemas in March 2017

 The teens find magical coins that give them their Ranger abilities
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The teens find magical coins that give them their Ranger abilitiesCredit: Lionsgate
 Becky G plays Trini The Yellow Ranger in the new Power Rangers update
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Becky G plays Trini The Yellow Ranger in the new Power Rangers updateCredit: Lionsgate

Who stars in it?

Bryan Cranston will appear as Zordon and Elizabeth Banks has been cast as Rita Repulsa.

Meanwhile, Naomi Scott plays Kimberly Hart aka The Pink Ranger, Becky G is Trini aka The Yellow Ranger, Dacre Montgomery as Jason Lee Scott aka The Red Ranger, Ludi Lin plays Zack Taylor aka The Black Ranger and RJ Cyler takes on the role of Billy Cranston otherwise known as The Blue Ranger.

Fan favourite character Alpha 5 will also be back for the update voiced by Bill Hader.

 The Power Rangers as they appeared in the original TV series back in the 90s
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The Power Rangers as they appeared in the original TV series back in the 90sCredit: Alamy

Will any of the original Power Ranger stars make cameo appearances?

According to Walter E. Jones who played the original Black Power Ranger Zack, it is 'unlikely'.

Walter explained: "Unfortunately, we were not invited to be part of the film, which is confusing to me."

"But I'm excited about the film nevertheless," he added to podcast .

 Elizabeth Banks plays baddie Rita Repulsa
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Elizabeth Banks plays baddie Rita RepulsaCredit: Alamy

Where can I watch the new trailer?

Right here!

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