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Geoff Johns Talks Legion of Smallville
“Smallville” may have aired its mid-season finale "The Bride" last night, but CBR News has the latest from writer Geoff Johns about his Legion of Super-Heroes episode coming in January.
Press Releases
Marvel continues to "Bring on the Bad Guys" with three new variant covers
WB Animation launches new "Batman: The Brave and the Bold" interactive website
MySpace and Dark Horse get weirder with Emily the Strange
Midtown COmics celebrates Black Friday with a 40% off sale
"Amber Atoms" collides with Image Comics
Teenagers From The Future
Comic Books
Scholar, teacher, CBR Reviewer and "Grant Morrison: The Early Years" author Timothy Callahan edits a powerful collection of analytical essays on DC's legendary Legion of Super-Heroes; its history, reinvention and fervent fans.
Fri, November 21st, 2008
by Andy Khouri
CBR TV: Christos Gage
Comic Books
The writer of "Avengers: The Initiative" among other titles for Marvel and Wildstorm, Christos Gage stops by CBR TV to discuss "Absolution," his creator- owned series from Avatar about a superhero cop who's mad as hell and can't take it anymore.
Fri, November 21st, 2008
by CBR News Team
Thieves Like Us: Clugston on Blue Monday
Comic Books
Chynna Clugston talks to CBR about her return to everyone’s favorite teenage troublemakers in "Blue Monday: Thieves Like Us." We also get updates on "Strangetown" and "Brains on Vacation."
Fri, November 21st, 2008
by Alex Dueben
Comic Book Legends Revealed
Comic Books
Did Marvel refuse to publish a Todd McFarlane-drawn issue of "G.I. Joe" because it sucked? Did Marvel finally publish that issue after McFarlane became a superstar? Plus the secret origin of Madelyne Pryor!
Fri, November 21st, 2008
Bechko & Hardman Go to "Heathentown"
Comic Books
Shrouded in darkness and mystery, the Everglades are the setting for Corinna Sara Bechko and Gabriel Hardman's “Heathentown,” a new graphic novel in which many grisly secrets are uncovered deep in the Florida swamps.
Fri, November 21st, 2008
by Michael Patrick Sullivan
Sales Estimates for October, 2009
Comic Books
John Mayo crunches the numbers for the Top 300 Comics & Top 100 Trades for October, 2008. Marvel took the top spot with "Secret Invasion" #7, while DC debuted at #2 with "Final Crisis" #4.
Fri, November 21st, 2008
by John Mayo
Captain Marvel, Hulk Vs., The Spirit: November 21st Comic Reel
TV/Film
Warner Bros.' worst kept secret is now big news, Doctors Banner and Blake get animated, we take a long look at Will Eisner's masterpiece, plus "Astro Boy," "Smallville" and more.
Fri, November 21st, 2008
by Hannibal Tabu
Marvel Comics On Sale November 26th, 2008
Comic Books
Courtesy of Marvel, CBR brings you advance looks at new comics on sale next Wednesday including "Incredible Hercules" #123, "Daredevil" #113, "Ms. Marvel" #33, "Skaar: Son of Hulk" #5, "X-Force" #9 and more.
Thu, November 20th, 2008
by CBR News Team
Shock(er) to the System: Waid Talks Spidey
Comic Books
Mark Waid made his debut as part of the “Amazing Spider-Man” creative team this week, and we speak with him about his story as well as his immediate, near and far future plans for the Web-Slinger.
Thu, November 20th, 2008
by Dave Richards
"Lost" Kubricks Found at Meltdown Party
TV/Film
Co-creators J.J. Abrams and Damon Lindelof the staffers of “Lost” gathered in Hollywood Wednesday to celebrate the release of collectable Kubrick figures based on the hit ABC show, and CBR was there.
Thu, November 20th, 2008
by Erik Amaya
David Aja Draws Thor #600
Comic Books
Marvel Comics has revealed the previously top secret artist for Stan Lee’s contribution tothe hotly anticipated "Thor" #600 will be "Immortal Iron Fist" star David Aja. CBR has your exclusive first look at this story.
Thu, November 20th, 2008
by CBR News Team
Ayers, Heath & Tucci Talk War Comics
Comic Books
Classic Sgt. Fury artist Dick Ayers met with Russ Heath and new "Sgt. Rock and the Lost Battalion" creators Billy Tucci and Mark Sparacio at The National con to discuss the art and history of war comics.
Thu, November 20th, 2008
by Richard Chapell
Actors Lewis & Logue Talk Comics & "Life"
TV/Film
The stars of NBC’s cop drama “Life,” Damian Lewis and Donal Logue, discuss their show's new season, its conspiracies and mythology, comic books and Logue’s own comic book movie background.
Thu, November 20th, 2008
by Jami Philbrick
FIRST LOOK: Captain America #44 Preview
Comic Books
Courtesy of Marvel, CBR brings you an exclusive first look at "Captain America" #44. Written by Ed Brubaker and illustrated by Luke Ross with a cover by Steve Epting, the issue goes on sale next week.
Thu, November 20th, 2008
The Man of Steel, Deadpool, Jonah Hex: November 20th Comic Reel
TV/Film
Bryan Singer keeps quiet, a big money guy think's the world's ready for Deadpool, and the disfigured cowboy looks for something to say. Plus "Punisher: War Zone," "Gearhead" and more.
Thu, November 20th, 2008
by Hannibal Tabu
Tony Bedard Cries a R.E.B.E.L.S. Yell
Comic Books
Tony Bedard fulfills a career-long dream when "R.E.B.E.L.S." #1 ships in February. An updating of DC's classic L.E.G.I.O.N. concept of a space police force for hire, the series is set to make a super star of artist Andy Clarke.
Thu, November 20th, 2008
by Jeffrey Renaud
REVIEW: "Amazing Spider-Man" #578
Comic Books
One of this week's highly anticipated releases, writer Mark Waid makes his debut on the thrice-monthly "Amazing Spider-Man." How does the issue, with art from Marcos Martin, stack up? Doug Zawisza has the review.
Wed, November 19th, 2008
J. Michael Straczynski: Origin of a Writer
TV/Film
"Babylon 5" creator and "Changeling" writer J. Michael Straczynski spoke at the Screenwriter’s Expo about his beginnings, his transition into feature films, and the benefits of the comic book format.
Wed, November 19th, 2008
by Erik Amaya
HEROES VIDEO - "The Eclipse, Part 1"
Comic Books
NBC has provided CBR with video from next Monday's episode of "Heroes" titled, "The Eclipse, Part 1." Find out what Arthur is up to, while Hiro & Ando visit a comic shop (owned by Seth Green) and Nathan & Peter go on a trip.
Wed, November 19th, 2008
by CBR News Team
Fraction Talks "God-Sized" Thor
Comic Books
In December's “Thor: God-Sized," Thor, Loki and Balder undertake a quest to discover why their memories of legendary Asgardian Skurge The Executioner are changing. CBR spoke with writer Matt Fraction about the one-shot.
Wed, November 19th, 2008
by Dave Richards
Mariotte On The Case in "Zombie Cop"
Comic Books
Being a big city cop is hard enough without a zombie plague, but as a zombie himself, Detective Joe Mundy has it even harder. Writer Jeff Mariotte talks to CBR about the new graphic novel.
Wed, November 19th, 2008
by Michael Patrick Sullivan
Requiem For A Spector? Benson on “Moon Knight”
Comic Books
With the penultimate chapter of the "Death of Marc Spector" storyline in stores now, CBR speaks with writer Mike Benson about "Moon Knight" #24 and his future plans for the anti-hero -- whoever he may be.
Wed, November 19th, 2008
by Dave Richards
Campbell on "Wet Moon" & "Water Baby"
Comic Books
After creating “Water Baby” for Minx and contributing to Vertigo’s “House of Mystery,” Ross Campbell returns to Oni Press and his acclaimed series “Wet Moon" with this month's "Drowned in Evil."
Wed, November 19th, 2008
by Alex Dueben
Rank The Top 25 Comic Book Battles
Comic Books
This is your final day to rank your most favorite comic book battles of all time, which we'll reveal in an upcoming feature. Head over to Comics Should Be Good for the official rules and stay to CBR for the results.
Wed, November 19th, 2008
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