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Warner Bros. Debuts Epic "Dark Knight Rises" Trailer

Warner Bros. has premiered the ominous third trailer for "The Dark Knight Rises," director Christopher Nolan's third and final Batman film heralded as "the epic conclusion to the Dark Knight legend."

Warner Bros. Hires Director Brad Peyton for "Lobo"

Warner Bros. has hired "Journey 2: The Mysterious Island" director Brad Peyton to direct and rewrite a live-action film adaptation of DC Comics' "Lobo."

PRESS RELEASE: Titan Books to Publish "The Dark Knight Rises" Novelization

Creators and Producers Amend "Smallville" Lawsuit

A federal judge has ruled the creators of "Smallville" can amend their 2010 lawsuit against Warner Bros. and the CW over "unreasonably low" licensing fees for the series. CBR has details.

Hi-Res Image Offers New Look at "Dark Knight Rises'" Catwoman

A new hi-res image of Anne Hathaway in her Catwoman costume offers fans the best look at the classic Batman villain/love interest's "Dark Knight Rises" incarnation to date.

Warner Bros. Seeks Trial in Superman Rights Battle

Warner Bros. filed a brief on Friday seeking to reverse a 2008 decision that granted the heirs of Jerry Siegel half the rights to the original Superman story, and to enforce a deal abandoned by the writer’s family.

"Chronicle’s" Josh Trank to Direct WB Adaptation of "The Red Star"

"Chronicle" director Josh Trank has struck a deal with Warner Bros. to develop its adaptation of Soviet-themed military fantasy comic "The Red Star."

WB Releases First Look at "Arrow's" Green Arrow

Warner Bros. has released the first official photo for "Arrow," the CW's upcoming re-imagining of DC Comics super hero Green Arrow, featuring star Stephen Arnell in full costume.

"Batman Live" Hits the United States in September

U.S. fans who have been eagerly waiting for their chance to see "Batman Live" now have a date to circle on their calendars with Warner Bros. announcing a September 5 for the North American tour debut.

Robert Downey Jr. Nearly Played Lex Luthor in McG’s "Superman"

Director McG revealed "Avengers" star Robert Downey, Jr. was set to play Lex Luthor in J.J. Abrams' "Superman: Flyby" origin story. SPINOFF has the details.

"X-Men: First Class" Screenwriter to Pen "Nonplayer" Adaptation

"Kick-Ass" and "X-Men: First Class" screenwriter Jane Goldman has been tapped to adapt Nate Simpson’s acclaimed "Nonplayer" sci-fi/fantasy comic for Warner Bros.

Troubled "Akira" Isn’t Dead Yet

Following the closing of the Vancouver production office of "Akira," Warner Bros. is reportedly looking for a high-end writer to polish the script, focusing on character elements and the film's look.

"Akira" Production Offices Close as WB Examines Budget

Warner Bros.’ ill-fated adaptation of "Akira" hits another wall as the Vancouver production offices shut down while WB looks at casting and budgetary issues. SPINOFF has details.

Official "Dark Knight Rises" Trailer Debuts

The first full trailer for Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy finale has debuted, showcasing Bane, Catwoman and Christian Bale's Bruce Wayne with brief appearances from Marion Cotillard and Joseph Gordon-Levitt.

Nolan Explains the Appeal of "The Dark Knight Rises'" Bane

Christopher Nolan recently praised Tom Hardy’s performance as "The Dark Knight Rises'" Bane, who the director described as "a primarily physical villain." SPINOFF has the details.

Nolan Presents "Dark Knight Rises" IMAX Prologue in NYC

Christopher Nolan's "Dark Knight Rises" promotional tour continues as the director presented the film's fabled six-minute opening sequence to an IMAX theater filled with New York journalists.

SPINOFF REVIEW: "Happy Feet Two"

Unlike the Academy Award-winning original, Warner Bros.' "Happy Feet Two" has trouble finding its footing, stumbling as it searches for a coherent story and message, though it remains a visual delight.

SPINOFF REVIEW: "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas"

In "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas," the stoner heroes are reunited - with Neil Patrick Harris, naturally - for a hilarious and delightfully offensive adventure that breaks the holiday-movie mold.

Warner Bros. Lawsuit Against Superman Attorney to Continue

A federal judge has refused to dismiss Warner Bros.' lawsuit against the attorney representing the heirs of Superman creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster. ROBOT 6 has details.

Siegel & Shuster's DC Comics Check for Superman to be Auctioned

Characterized by Matt Fraction as "the most important $412 dollars in comics history," the check written to Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, in part, for the rights to Superman, is set to be auctioned in November.

First Look at Russell Crowe as Jor-El in "Man of Steel"

The first pictures of Russell Crowe as Jor-El, Superman's Kryptonian father, have emerged from the Vancouver set of Zack Snyder's upcoming Superman film reboot "Man of Steel."

CBR TV @ CCI: Montgomery, Liu Animate "Batman: Year One"

Animation directors Lauren Montgomery and Sam Liu boarded the CBR Yacht at CCI to discuss the perils of adapting "Batman: Year One" and the burden of fan expectations.

CBR TV @ CCI: Dushku & Romano Discuss "Batman: Year One"

Eliza Dushku and Casting Director Andrea Romano, spoke with CBR TV about the "Batman: Year One" animated film and the Dushku-starring "Catwoman" short.

CCI: Cast & Crew Talk "Mortal Kombat: Legacy"

Director Kevin Tancharoen and the cast and crew of "Mortal Kombat: Legacy" discuss the transformation from atmospheric fan film to action-packed web series.

SPINOFF: More Catwoman Pics Surface Online

Hours after the first official image of Anne Hathaway as Selina Kyle in "The Dark Knight Rises" debuted, photos have surfaced of her stunt double driving the Batpod, revealing a better look at Catwoman's costume.

FIRST LOOK: Henry Cavill as Superman

Warner Bros. has released a photo featuring "Man of Steel" star Henry Cavill in full Superman mode, revealing the first look at the costume to be used in director Zack Snyder's reboot flick.

CCI: "Batman: Year One" Premiere Panel Recap

Following a screening of the upcoming animated "Batman: Year One" film, executive producer Bruce Timm announced that next up is "The Dark Knight Returns."

CCI EXCLUSIVE: Alex Ross' "Green Lantern" Style Guide Art

CBR News has an exclusive look at art created by Alex Ross in preparation for Warner Bros.' big screen adaptation of DC Comics' Green Lantern mythos.

REVIEW: "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2"

Warner Bros.' final "Harry Potter" film hits theaters tomorrow, and SPINOFF calls it "the movie you've waited 10 years to see... non-stop thrills all the way through."

Superhero Box Office: "Green Lantern" Falls 66%

In its second weekend of release the Warner Bros superhero film "Green Lantern" made $18.4 million, a 66% drop from its debut. Despite those numbers, the studio is reportedly developing a sequel.

"Green Lantern" Shines On a $52.7 Million Weekend

Warner Bros' "Green Lantern" opened to a soft $52.7 million at the box office this weekend. Weak reviews and the growing trend of "3D fatigue" may have contributed to the film's debut performance.

The CBR Review: "Green Lantern"

CBR weighs in on "Green Lantern," and concludes that buried under the film's endless and needlessly messy info-dump, which would tax even the most hardcore fans of the comic, there's a fun movie to be found.

Peter Sarsgaard Is Hector Hammond in "Green Lantern"

Peter Sarsgaard, the dastardly Dr. Hector Hammond in DC Entertainment and Warner Brothers' "Green Lantern" film, spoke exclusively one on one with CBR News about the role, the character, and giant foreheads.

"Green Lantern" Cast & Crew on Prosthetics & Power Rings

Warner Bros. and DC Entertainment will release "Green Lantern" in theaters on June 17, but first the cast and crew spoke with CBR and the press about their experiences making the film.

OP/ED - Green Lantern: The Truth About Black and Green

Guest writer Marc Bernardin takes a look at the effect of casting Ryan Reynolds as Hal Jordan in "Green Lantern" following the use of John Stewart as GL in the "Justice League Unlimited" cartoon.

New Trailer for "Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters" Debuts

Warner Bros. has released a launch trailer for "Green Lantern: Rise of the Manhunters." Taking place in the same universe as the movie, the game features the voice and likeness of star Ryan Reynolds.

SPINOFF: WB Debuts Eight New "Green Lantern" Clips

With the opening of the Ryan Reynolds-starring "Green Lantern" now just a little more than a week away, Warner Bros. has unleashed eight new clips from the expected blockbuster.

WB Releases New "Green Lantern" Movie Stills

With the big screen debut of Hal Jordan fast approaching, Warner Bros. has released a slew of new stills and behind the scenes shots from "Green Lantern" featuring Jordan, Tomar Re, Kilowog, Abin Sur and more.

First "Green Lantern" Clip Debuts Online

The first clip from the Martin Campbell-directed "Green Lantern" has shown up online, featuring the fan-favorite Kilowog taking new recruit Hal Jordan to task. SPINOFF has the video.

WB May Get Access to Sensitive Papers in Superman Battle

A ruling by a federal magistrate judge could open the door for Warner Bros. to gain access to confidential documents involved in the lawsuit over the rights to the Superman character.

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