Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed
“Time to close the circle”
Synopsis
When Cole returns to Yang's haunted temple to seek revenge on a former Airjitzu Master, he accidentally uses a powerful Dark Magic blade that unleashes the spectral forms of Ninjago's greatest villains and traps himself in the temple. The Ninja must return the ghosts to the Departed Realm before it's too late.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Day of the Departed - LEGO Ninjago Special - Trailer 60"Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-09-30
Top Cast
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Kirby Morrow
Cole (voice)
Vincent Tong
Kai (voice)
Jillian Michaels
Lloyd (voice)
Kelly Metzger
Nya (voice)
Michael Adamthwaite
Jay (voice)
Paul Dobson
Sensei Wu (voice)
Brent Miller
Zane (voice)
Kathleen Barr
Misako (voice)
Ian James Corlett
Chen (voice)
Michael Daingerfield
Dr. Saunders (voice)
Brian Dobson
Ronin (voice)
Michael Dobson
Pythor (voice)
Michael Donovan
Yang (voice)
Andrew Francis
Morro (voice)
Jennifer Hayward
P.I.X.A.L. (voice)
Michael Kopsa
Samukai (voice)
Alan Marriott
Darreth (voice)
Colin Murdock
Ed (voice)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 20, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Hausner
- Screenplay & Story
- David Shayne, Scott Godon-Decoteau, Toby Dutkiewicz, Tommy Andreasen, Michael Svane Knap, Simon Lucas, Nelson Lamonica
- Original Score
- Eric Wurst, Jay Vincent, Michael Kramer, David Wurst
- Original Title
- Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 46m
- Production Studios
- Wil Film, The LEGO Group
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Hausner
David Shayne, Scott Godon-Decoteau, Toby Dutkiewicz, Tommy Andreasen, Michael Svane Knap, Simon Lucas, Nelson Lamonica
Eric Wurst, Jay Vincent, Michael Kramer, David Wurst
Henrik Bech
Tommy Andreasen, Nelson Lamonica, Simon Lucas, Irene Sparre Hjorthøj, Erik Wilstrup
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Hausner
Director
Eric Wurst
Original Music Composer
Jay Vincent
Original Music Composer
Michael Kramer
Original Music Composer
David Wurst
Original Music Composer
Tommy Andreasen
Producer
Nelson Lamonica
Producer
Simon Lucas
Producer
David Shayne
Writer
Louise Barkholt
Producer
Scott Godon-Decoteau
Writer
Toby Dutkiewicz
Writer
Tommy Andreasen
Writer
Michael Svane Knap
Writer
Simon Lucas
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed about?
When Cole returns to Yang's haunted temple to seek revenge on a former Airjitzu Master, he accidentally uses a powerful Dark Magic blade that unleashes the spectral forms of Ninjago's greatest villains and traps himself in the temple. The Ninja must return the ghosts to the Departed Realm before it's too late.
Who directed Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed?
Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed was directed by Peter Hausner.
Who stars in Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed?
The principal cast of Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed includes Kirby Morrow, Vincent Tong, Jillian Michaels, Kelly Metzger, Michael Adamthwaite.
When was Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed released and how long is it?
Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed was composed by Eric Wurst, Jay Vincent, Michael Kramer, David Wurst.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed?
Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu - Day of the Departed holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).