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Blu-Ray Cover Art For DC Animated Feature BATMAN: ASSAULT ON ARKHAM Unveiled
We recently saw the first trailer for DC’s next animated movie, Batman: Assault on Arkham, which is set in the universe of the acclaimed Arkham video game series. And now, Warner Bros. has released the Blu-Ray cover, featuring the Dark Knight as well as the Suicide Squad. Assault on Arkham follows the supervillain team – consisting of Deadshot and Harley Quinn, among others – as they attempt to defeat the Joker, who has planted a bomb in Arkham Asylum. Meanwhile, Batman is working on the same case. Kevin Conroy returns to voice Batman in Assault on Arkham, which hits stores this summer. Stay tuned for more news on DC animation…
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Miniseries Adaptation Of Frank Miller’s RONIN In Development At SyFy
SyFy announced a slew of new potential shows today, and among them is an adaptation of Ronin, which was written and drawn by the iconic Frank Miller. Via The Hollywood Reporter, the television network is developing the DC Comics story as a possible miniseries. It’s unknown how many episodes will be used to bring the six-issue comic series to life, and a writer is currently being sought. SyFy’s Ronin takes place “eight centuries after a Japanese Ronin samurai failed to protect his master from a demon. He awakens in a futuristic, nihilistic New York in the body of Billy, a medical experiment. Now Billy/Ronin is chasing the demon, which has reawakened.…
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Video Games: INJUSTICE: GODS AMONG US Follow-Up In The Works
Last year saw the release of the DC fighting game Injustice: Gods Among Us. The title was a huge success, spawning an iOS version as well as a strongly received comic book series. Now, it looks like a second game is in development. At WonderCon recently, DC discussed its upcoming video game slate. During the panel, many mistook some comments as news that Rocksteady’s Batman: Arkham Knight is no longer coming in 2014. However, the “not a 2014” title was referring to a new Injustice game, and not the highly anticipated Arkham City sequel, which will still be released this fall. No other details are known about the Injustice sequel.…
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Warner Bros. Reportedly Developing Nine More DC Adaptations
Last night, it was announced that a Justice League movie is officially set to follow Superman vs. Batman, with Zack Snyder on board to direct both. This move once again proves Warner Bros.’ interest in exploiting its DC Comics catalog. Now, we have another tidbit of info regarding the studio’s long-term development. An article from the Wall Street Journal chronicles WB’s recent push in adapting DC properties, and it reveals that, in addition to the Man of Steel follow-up and Justice League, there are nine other films based on DC comics in development. The site doesn’t give any specifics, but let’s speculate. WSJ’s Justice League announcement last night also mentioned…
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Katrina Law’s Nyssa Al Ghul Returns For ARROW Season 2 Finale
The Season 2 finale of Arrow, titled “Unthinkable”, is expected to feature a number of guest stars. Cynthia Addai-Robinson will return as Amanda Waller, while John Barrowman’s Malcolm Merlyn and the Suicide Squad are expected to be present. And now, we have confirmation of another ally for Team Arrow in the war against Deathstroke. The CW has released the first official image from the final episode of Arrow‘s second season, and it confirms the return of Katrina Law as Nyssa al Ghul. The daughter of Ra’s al Ghul was previously featured in “Heir to the Demon”, and her return has been teased since. At the end of “Seeing Red”, Sara…
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Rumor: Matt Damon Wanted To Play Aquaman; Will JUSTICE LEAGUE Feature A “Barbarian” King Of Atlantis?
While not confirmed, Aquaman is expected to be a member in the recently announced Justice League movie. Actors such as Jason Momoa and Josh Holloway have been rumored to play the character in a Superman vs. Batman cameo appearance, to set up the superhero ensemble. Now, to accompany last night’s big announcement, we have a couple of new possible tidbits surrounding the King of Atlantis. According to The Wrap, one casting rumor that has circulated for “more than a year” has linked actor Matt Damon – a longtime friend and collaborator of Ben “Batfleck” Affleck – to the role of Aquaman. While it’s unknown if the Bourne star will sign…
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Breaking: Zack Snyder Confirmed To Direct JUSTICE LEAGUE For 2017/2018 Release; Will Shoot Back-To-Back With SUPERMAN VS. BATMAN
Warner Bros. recently teased a major DC movie announcement, and now it’s here. Via Wall Street Journal, WB President of Worldwide Production Greg Silverman confirms that Zack Snyder, who directed Man of Steel and the tentatively titled Superman vs. Batman, will return for the Justice League movie. “It will be a further expansion of this universe. Superman vs Batman will lead into Justice League,” he says. Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck, and Gal Gadot are expected to reprise their roles as Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman, respectively. And with Ray Fisher playing Cyborg/Victor Stone in Superman vs. Batman, he will likely be a member of the big screen JLA too. The script…
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DC TV Bits: ARROW Season Finale Logline, Andrew Kreisberg On [SPOILER]’s Exit, GOTHAM Adds New Writer/Producer
We only have three episodes left of Arrow‘s remarkable second season, and it sounds like the year will end on an incredibly high note. The CW has released the plot summary for the season finale, which airs on May 14th. Titled “Unthinkable”, the episode will deal with Oliver’s final (?) showdown with Slade, as the latter threatens a specific target close to The Arrow. Meanwhile, a conflict between Diggle and Amanda Waller is teased. The Suicide Squad is also expected to return in this episode, making it all the more exciting. Check out the logline below. OLIVER MUST DECIDE ONCE AND FOR ALL IF HE’S A KILLER OR A HERO…
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Jason Momoa Confirmed For Role In BATMAN VS. SUPERMAN?
Yesterday, we received major casting news for Batman vs. Superman, as the film added theater actor Ray Fisher as Justice League member Victor Stone/Cyborg. Now, an old rumor has resurfaced. According to Batman-News, Jason Momoa signed on for an unspecified role in the Man of Steel sequel “a couple of months” ago. The Game of Thrones actor was reported to be negotiating to join the movie late last year, but he then denied involvement. A rumor that emerged shortly afterwards linked Momoa to the role of Aquaman, who may be one of the various cameos in Batman vs. Superman that will set up Justice League. Batman-News cautions that this should…
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Breaking: BATMAN VS. SUPERMAN Casts Theater Actor Ray Fisher As Cyborg
We have some more casting news for Batman vs. Superman, and this one’s for yet another Justice League member. According to Variety, the theater actor – who also tested for Star Wars: Episode VII – is set to play Cyborg in the superhero epic. Victor Stone was previously rumored to be in the movie in a minor role, with Michael B. Jordan reportedly meeting with Zack Snyder for the role. Of course, since he was recently cast as Human Torch in Fantastic Four, that couldn’t come to pass. Variety confirms that Cyborg’s role in this movie is minor, but will be expanded in future films in the DC Cinematic Universe, such…