Every Power Rangers Series Explained

"Power Rangers Zeo" premiered in 1996, continuing the ongoing storyline from "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers" and "Mighty Morphin Alien Rangers." Following the Rangers' loss of power, they come across the Zeo Crystal, which transforms them into the Zeo Rangers. At this point, the group consists of Tommy and prior replacements Adam, Rocky, and Katherine, as well as new addition Tanya. They are then joined by Trey, a native of the planet Triforia who becomes the Gold Ranger (he later passes his mantle onto Jason, the original Red Ranger).

"Power Rangers Zeo" changed the formula, which was quite a risk for the franchise. As Fox exec Margaret Loesch told AP News ahead of the series' premiere, "We've been describing 'Power Rangers' as kind of a kids' soap opera," referring to the way soaps air for a long time with rotating casts and characters. This would eventually become the new formula of "Power Rangers," although the remaining cast members of "Mighty Morphin Power Rangers" wouldn't hang around for long.

Fans have fond memories of "Power Rangers Zeo" as a highlight of the franchise's so-called Zordon Era. However, "Power Rangers Zeo" also contains one of the most infamous episodes ever: 1996's "A Season to Remember," which confirmed that Tommy would eventually marry Katherine, the Pink Ranger, despite fans having a soft spot for Tommy's relationship with Kimberly in previous seasons.