Ariel Winter Joins ‘Clash of the Thundermans’ as Nickelodeon Greenlights 2026 Superhero Movie

Nickelodeon is officially expanding The Thundermans universe with a brand-new movie, Clash of the Thundermans, set to premiere in 2026 on both Nickelodeon and Paramount+. The greenlight follows the franchise’s continued success, including the 2023 movie The Thundermans Return and the upcoming spinoff series The Thundermans: Undercover.

Ariel Winter Suits Up as New Hero Cognita

Modern Family star Ariel Winter joins the cast in a major new role as Cognita, a powerful and mysterious addition to the Thundermans universe. Winter, known for her acclaimed turn as Alex Dunphy and voice work in Sofia the First, will share the screen with returning fan favorites:

• Kira Kosarin as Phoebe Thunderman

• Jack Griffo as Max Thunderman

• Maya Le Clark as Chloe Thunderman

• Addison Riecke as Nora Thunderman

• Diego Velasquez as Billy Thunderman

• Chris Tallman as Hank Thunderman

• Rosa Blasi as Barb Thunderman

Plot: Family Rift Sparks Superhero Showdown

Clash of the Thundermans picks up after The Thundermans Return, diving into high-stakes drama when Chloe develops a dangerously destructive new superpower. The Hero League sends her to an elite superhero boarding school to gain control, but the move divides the family.

Phoebe, Barb, and Billy take Chloe into hiding to protect her, while Max, Hank, and Nora are tasked with bringing them back—setting the stage for an emotional and action-packed family battle that could change everything.

Franchise Momentum Remains Strong

The original Thundermans series (2013–2018) gained cult status among young viewers. Its successful revival with The Thundermans Return became a ratings win for Nickelodeon, sparking renewed interest in the franchise and leading to the development of The Thundermans: Undercover and now Clash of the Thundermans.

Production and Release Timeline

Production began on July 31, 2025, in Vancouver, Canada. Clash of the Thundermans is slated for a 2026 release, with a simultaneous debut on Nickelodeon and Paramount+, ensuring wide accessibility for global fans.

Ariel Winter’s debut as Cognita marks a thrilling new chapter in the Thundermans saga, one that promises explosive action, heartfelt family drama, and a supercharged storyline when it hits screens in 2026.