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THE FLASH’s Grant Gustin Discusses Barry’s Secret Identity, Being A Fanboy, DC Universe Easter Eggs And Potential ARROW Crossovers
After appearing in two episodes of Arrow as Barry Allen, Grant Gustin will get his own superhero show this fall with The Flash. In an interview with IGN, the actor talks about Barry’s balancing his excitement and worry for his new-found powers. “Barry’s just excited by all of this. He’s a fanboy! And I don’t have to hide my excitement as I play the role, so it’s really fun to play with. At the same time though, it’s in a reality-based world, so there is an aspect of him that’s a little worried about what’s happening to his body. But at the same time, once he starts to get a…
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John Barrowman Talks ARROW Season 3 And Teases Malcolm Merlyn’s “Resurrection”
After his return at the end of Arrow Season 2, John Barrowman’s Malcolm Merlyn will be a series regular in the third season. There has been much speculation over his role in the series’ third year – from his taking in Thea to an expected reveal of how he survived the Season 1 finale. Now, speaking with Zap2It, Barrowman affirms that he knows much more than he’s able to discuss about Merlyn’s future. “Oh yeah, I know lots. But if I told you, I’d have to send somebody out there to kill you.” The actor follows that with, “I know some of what’s going to happen. And for ‘Arrow’ fans, it’s…
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The Joker Featured In First Image From BATMAN: ASSAULT ON ARKHAM Animated Feature
With DC’s next animated movie set for a late summer release, promotion for Batman: Assault on Arkham is underway. Via @SuperPRGuy, a new image from the film set in the Arkham video game universe has been unveiled. It features the Joker, who is voiced by Troy Baker. Baker previously voiced the character in last year’s Arkham Origins, and in Assault on Arkham, the Clown Prince of Crime has a pivotal role in bringing Batman to Arkham, thanks to Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn. We also have another still from the movie teasing The Riddler, voiced by Matthew Gray Gubler (Alvin and the Chipmunks). Stay tuned for more news on this installment as…
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THE FLASH News Bits: Teases For First Episode, Rick Cosnett Talks Eddie Thawne, Mark Waid Praises Pilot
As we get closer to the fall premiere of The CW’s next DC television series, The Flash, we have some new tidbits for the highly anticipated pilot. According to TV Guide‘s Natalie Abrams, those who expected Reverse-Flash to be behind Nora Allen’s death in the Arrow spin-off will not be disappointed. This idea, ripped straight from the comics, was further cemented by the recently released trailer, which teases Barry’s greatest nemesis. Additionally, Abrams teases the reveal of other villainous forces at the end of the pilot. “Ever since “The Scientist,” where Barry talked about a blur, not his father, being the real culprit behind his mother’s death, savvy comic book fans…
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Confirmed: John Wesley Shipp Plays Barry Allen’s Father On The CW’s THE FLASH
A while back, John Wesley Shipp – who starred as Barry Allen in the 1990s The Flash television series – was cast in an unspecified role in The CW’s modern take on the Scarlet Speedster, which spins off from Arrow. The actor was more recently spotted in the new show’s trailer, leading to speculation that he’s the father of Grant Gustin’s Barry. Now, The Hollywood Reporter confirms that Shipp is indeed playing Henry Allen in CW’s The Flash. The character, who was wrongfully accused of murdering wife Nora Allen and is in prison, makes his debut in the series’ pilot, and will serve as a recurring role throughout the series.…
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Video Games: WB Announces LEGO BATMAN 3: BEYOND GOTHAM; Announcement Trailer, Screenshots And Cover Art Revealed
After the success of 2008’s LEGO Batman and 2012’s LEGO Batman 2: DC Superheroes, Warner Bros. has announced the third installment in the video game franchise. Titled LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham, the latest chapter in the LEGO series sees Batman and the Justice League travel to space to combat the villainous Brainiac. The press release teases the players’ ability to play more than 150 DC characters, and locations such as the Batcave, the Hall of Justice and the Watchtower can be explored. Additionally, the Justice League is noticeably donning their New 52 costumes this time around. More details can be found in the press release below, and we also…
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DC Movie News Bits: David Goyer Talks Martian Manhunter, Adrien Brody Wants To Play Joker, New Details On Canceled JUSTICE LEAGUE: MORTAL
One character that fans hope to see in the DC Cinematic Universe is Martian Manhunter, who was depicted as an original member of the Justice League when the team debuted in 1960. J’onn J’onzz has also been adapted into multiple animated television shows and movies, particularly the Justice League/Justice League Unlimited series’ that ran from 2001-2006. Additionally, he was one of the Justice League members who appeared on Smallville, where he was played by Phil Morris. So, how would Man of Steel scribe David S. Goyer adapt this iconic DC character for the big screen? Goyer is currently under fire for controversial comments regarding Marvel’s She-Hulk, and during his interview with…
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Breaking: Official BATMAN VS. SUPERMAN Title And Logo Revealed As Filming Begins
Today, Warner Bros. announced that director Zack Snyder’s follow-up to Man of Steel, which many have been calling Batman vs. Superman, has begun filming Detroit. More exciting, however, is the announcement’s inclusion of the film’s final title, as well as the logo. The movie is officially named Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice. The first part is slightly different from its prior title, while the subtitle is clearly a reference to Justice League, which is confirmed to be the third installment in the DC Cinematic Universe. Check out the logo and production press release below. Plus, the movie’s website is now live. You can check that out by clicking here.…
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Kevin Smith Discusses THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS’ Influence On Ben Affleck’s Batman Suit
Last week, we were finally shown a look at Ben Affleck’s Batsuit for Batman vs. Superman, which recently began production. The costume is by far the most comic accurate take on the Dark Knight’s garb to date, with Frank Miller being a key influence. This is unsurprising, as director Zack Snyder previously cited The Dark Knight Returns as an influence on the Man of Steel sequel. Now, we have more words from Kevin Smith on this matter. Speaking with MTV about the comic Batman ’66 Meets The Green Hornet, Smith, who previously saw a separate image of his friend Affleck suited up as the Caped Crusader, talks about the new…
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Next DC Animated Movie Will Be New 52 Aquaman Origin Tale; Sam Witwer To Voice Orm
Since the post-credits scene for Justice League: War, a follow-up film focusing on Aquaman and Atlantis has been expected, expanding the new animated universe. And now, we have more details on this project. According to Newsarama, DC’s next animated movie after Batman: Assault on Arkham will be a New 52 origin story for Aquaman. The site states that “at the start of the film he won’t know much, if anything, about his connection to Atlantis, his place in their royal family, and his destiny to be their king.” It’s unknown how other Justice League members will factor in, if at all. Additionally, the villainous Orm – who was in the…