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"The Right Time To Go" - Geoff Johns On Exiting "Green Lantern"

"The Right Time To Go" - Geoff Johns On Exiting "Green Lantern"

"Green Lantern" writer and DC CCO Geoff Johns discusses leaving the book most closely associated with his name after nearly a decade, reflecting on his run and how different creation myths play into the Lanterns' universe.

PREVIEW: Casey & Messina's

PREVIEW: Casey & Messina's "The Bounce" #1

Comic Books

Image Comics has released a preview of "The Bounce" #1 by "Sex" writer Joe Casey and artist David Messina. The ultimate slacker superhero makes his debut May 22.

5 hours ago
The Sad Legacy of Batman's Other Creator, Bill Finger

The Sad Legacy of Batman's Other Creator, Bill Finger

Comic Books

In examining the last Batman story Bill Finger ever wrote, CSBG's Greg Hatcher looks at the sad treatment Batman's co-creator has received from the comic book industry over the years.

8 hours ago
Kevin Keller's First Kiss Turns Criticism Into Comics

Kevin Keller's First Kiss Turns Criticism Into Comics

Comic Books

For his next "Kevin Keller" story, creator Dan Parent takes conservative criticisms of Archie's gay pal and turns them into the story of Kevin's first kiss.

8 hours ago
by Kiel Phegley

"The Right Time To Go" - Geoff Johns On Exiting "Green Lantern"

Comic Books

"Green Lantern" writer and DC CCO Geoff Johns discusses leaving the book most closely associated with his name after nearly a decade, reflecting on his run and how different creation myths play into the Lanterns' universe.

9 hours ago
by Josie Campbell
PREVIEW:

PREVIEW: "Green Lantern" #20, Geoff Johns' Final Issue

Comic Books

DC Comics has released a preview of "Green Lantern" #20, the final issue of Geoff Johns' tenure writing the series with a spectrum of artists. The epic battle between the First Lantern and the Guardians hits May 22.

9 hours ago
EXCLUSIVE: Teammates Clash on

EXCLUSIVE: Teammates Clash on "Uncanny Avengers" #9 Cover

Comic Books

Teammates collide on John Cassaday's cover for "Uncanny Avengers" #9. CBR has an exclusive first look at the art, which hints at what to expect from Rick Remender and Daniel Acuña's story.

10 hours ago
by Stephen Gerding
Conroy Inadvertently Outs Next

Conroy Inadvertently Outs Next "Batman: Arkham" Game

Video Games

A Tweet from fan-favorite Batman voice actor Kevin Conroy clarifying his comments at Dallas Comic-Con may have inadvertently revealed a new "Batman: Arkham" game beyond "Arkham Origins."

10 hours ago
by Steve Sunu
REVIEW: The

REVIEW: The "Psychological Exploration" of "Fatale" #14

Comic Books

Jennifer Cheng gives Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips' "Fatale" #14 4 stars, saying the issue "maintains the grim, yet lovely, melancholy and the suffusing atmosphere of fate that make this creative team's work so memorable."

10 hours ago
RUMOR:

RUMOR: "Dark Knight's" Christopher Nolan In Talks to Tackle 007

TV/Film

A new rumor contends "The Dark Knight Rises" and "Inception" director Christopher Nolan is in early talks to helm the next James Bond film.

11 hours ago
Conner, Yu, McGuinness & More Cover Marvel NOW! June Variants

Conner, Yu, McGuinness & More Cover Marvel NOW! June Variants

Comic Books

New variant covers for several Marvel Comics ongoing series, including "Guardians of the Galaxy" and "Avengers Assemble" have hit online, featuring artists Ed McGuinness, Amanda Conner, Leinil Yu & more.

11 hours ago
by Steve Sunu
Legends Collide in Waid's

Legends Collide in Waid's "The Rocketeer / The Spirit: Pulp Friction"

Comic Books

Mark Waid spoke with CBR about "The Rocketeer / The Spirit: Pulp Friction,"IDW's new miniseries starring the two popular pulp heroes coming face-to-face in 1940s Los Angeles. Plus, exclusive art!

11 hours ago
by Karl Keily
First Look at Jennifer Lawrence as Mystique in

First Look at Jennifer Lawrence as Mystique in "X-Men: Days of Future Past"

TV/Film

Bryan Singer has posted a first look at Academy Award-winning actress Jennifer Lawrence's return as Mystique in "X-Men: Days of Future Past."

12 hours ago
by Steve Sunu
Chaffee Lets

Chaffee Lets "Good Dog" Off the Leash

Comic Books

Cartoonist Graham Chaffee talks to CBR about "Good Dog" from Fantagraphics, the story of a stray mutt's misadventures as he looks for a home, and explains why this is his first published work in 20 years.

12 hours ago
by Ryan Ingram
Cover of the Week - May 15

Cover of the Week - May 15

Comic Books

This week, Snow White readies for war, Wonder Woman gets a show of hands, Gotham gets bloody, Judge Dredd rockets into action and Conan gets naked.

12 hours ago
by Kevin Melrose and Steve Sunu
EXCLUSIVE: Brett Booth Takes On

EXCLUSIVE: Brett Booth Takes On "Justice League of America"

Comic Books

This month, "Nightwing" artist Brett Booth steps in for a two-issue run on "Justice League of America." We spoke with him about the guest stint, leaving Dick Grayson and redesigning classic DC characters for the New 52.

13 hours ago
by Kiel Phegley
Animated

Animated "Star Wars Rebels" Debuts Fall 2014 on XD

TV/Film

"Star Wars Rebels," an animated series set between "Revenge of the Sith" and "A New Hope" will premiere in fall 2014 on the Disney Channel before moving to Disney XD.

13 hours ago
EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: Gale Anne Hurd's

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: Gale Anne Hurd's "Anti" #4

Comic Books

The final chapter of Gale Anne Hurd's "Anti" hits stores this week as issue #4, by Peter Calloway and Daniel Hillyard, clears up the mysteries surrounding Charles Emmanuel's destiny on May 22.

13 hours ago
The Avengers 2, Marvel Phase Three, Star Wars: Rebels: May 20th Comic Reel

The Avengers 2, Marvel Phase Three, Star Wars: Rebels: May 20th Comic Reel

TV/Film

Joss Whedon confirms Quicksilver and Scarlet Witch for current "Avengers 2" draft! Kevin Feige teases things to come in Marvel Phase Three! Lucasfilm announces "Star Wars: Rebels" animated series & more!

13 hours ago
by Steve Sunu
PREVIEW:

PREVIEW: "Avengers" #14 Sets Stage for "Infinity"

Comic Books

The countdown to "Infinity" continues in "Avengers" #14 as Jonathan Hickman, Nick Spencer and Stefano Caselli present a prelude to Marvel's Thanos-fueled late-summer event. The issue hits stores June 19.

14 hours ago
EXCLUSIVE:

EXCLUSIVE: "Chew" Goes Tarantino For San Diego

Comic Books

In their latest special cover for Comic-Con International, "Chew" creators John Layman and Rob Guillory send up Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill." CBR has the exclusive first look.

14 hours ago
by Kiel Phegley
REVIEW: No Happy Ending For

REVIEW: No Happy Ending For "Fables" #129

Comic Books

Greg McElhatton gives "Fables" #129 by Bill Willingham and Mark Buckingham 4 stars, saying of the current arc's conclusion, "With no easy fake-out up anyone's sleeve, it feels satisfying."

14 hours ago
Deathstroke, Deadshot & More Star in

Deathstroke, Deadshot & More Star in "Batman: Arkham Origins" Trailer

Video Games

WB Games Montreal has released the first full trailer for "Batman: Arkham Origins," the anticipated prequel to "Batman: Arkham Asylum," featuring the appearance of Deathstroke, Deadshot and more of the DCU's top assassins.

14 hours ago
by Steve Sunu
Come With Me If You Want To Be Awesome: Kieron Gillen's

Come With Me If You Want To Be Awesome: Kieron Gillen's "Young Avengers"

Comic Books

"Young Avengers" writer Kieron Gillen explains his and artist Jamie McKelvie's approach to reinventing the young adult comics genre by creating the book "everyone else rips off."

15 hours ago
by Casey Gilly
PREVIEW: The Others Return in Ostrander's

PREVIEW: The Others Return in Ostrander's "Aquaman" #20

Comic Books

John Ostrander and Manuel Garcia welcome The Others back to "Aquaman" on May 22 when the Atlantean king's former team reunites and welcomes a new member in order to save the world.

15 hours ago
Comics A.M. - Big Crowds, Long Lines at Motor City Comic Con

Comics A.M. - Big Crowds, Long Lines at Motor City Comic Con

Comic Books

Longs lines for parking, entry at Motor City Comic Con! More on the end of Brooklyn Comics and Graphics Festival! Valiant's approach to digital comics! Plus much more!

16 hours ago
Dynamite Comics On Sale May 22

Dynamite Comics On Sale May 22

Comic Books

Dynamite Entertainment has provided CBR with advance looks at new comics on sale Wednesday, May 22, including "Masks" #7, "Red Sonja" #75 and "Flash Gordon: Zeitgeist" vol. 1 TP.

16 hours ago
by CBR News Team
EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW:

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Justice League" #20

Comic Books

DC Comics has provided CBR with an exclusive preview of "Justice League" #20 by Geoff Johns, Gene Ha, Andres Guinaldo & Joe Prado. A revelation about Batman could destroy Clark and Diana's relationship May 22.

17 hours ago

"Star Trek Into Darkness" brings in $84.1 million domestically

TV/Film

The sequel to J.J. Abrams' reboot of the "Star Trek" franchise nets $164.6 million globally, as "Iron Man 3" falls to No. 2 on the domestic charts.

Sun, May 19th, 2013
by JK Parkin
Conversing on Comics with Sean Murphy

Conversing on Comics with Sean Murphy

Comic Books

ROBOT 6's Chris Arrant spoke with "Punk Rock Jesus" creator Sean Murphy about his work on "Batman Beyond," Scott Snyder's "The Wake" and offers advice for young creators.

Sun, May 19th, 2013
Has

Has "Star Trek" Changed Its Mission?

TV/Film

With J.J. Abrams' "Star Trek Into Darkness," the long-running franchise is less interested in exploring new worlds, and weighing moral choices, and more focused on blowing things up.

Sun, May 19th, 2013

"The Death of Damian 'Robin' Wayne" & More Cool Comic Book Moments

Comic Books

Check out CSBG's collection of the coolest comic book moments, including the instant classic death of Bruce's son Damian Wayne, the latest teen hero to don the Robin mantle.

Sun, May 19th, 2013
Comics, statues and Star Wars Shelf Porn from Greece

Comics, statues and Star Wars Shelf Porn from Greece

Comic Books

Today’s SHELF PORN on ROBOT 6 comes from Chris Makro, a comic artist in Greece, who shows off his collection of Greek and American comics, statues, artwork and more.

Sat, May 18th, 2013
TOYING AROUND: The Joker & DC Collectibles Galore

TOYING AROUND: The Joker & DC Collectibles Galore

Comic Books

In the latest TOYING AROUND, DC Collectibles steals the show with a plethora of statues and figures. Plus, a new "Walking Dead" statue, Mega Man X figure & more Comic-Con International exclusives revealed!

Sat, May 18th, 2013
by TJ Dietsch

"Evil Baby Lois Lane Forced Superman to Marry Her?" & More Strange Comics

Comic Books

It's the 100th edition of CSBG's spotlight on the strangest comics of all-time! Check out the collection, including the anniversary installment featuring the time Lois Lane turned into an evil baby!

Sat, May 18th, 2013
Canceling the Future: DC’s August 2013 Solicits

Canceling the Future: DC’s August 2013 Solicits

Comic Books

In his weekly "Grumpy Old Fan" column, ROBOT 6's Tom Bondurant looks ahead at DC's plans for August, covering "Trinity War," "Batman Incorporated" and the cancellation of "Legion of Super-Heroes."

Sat, May 18th, 2013
Disney Reverses Merida Makeover, But Still Misses the Point

Disney Reverses Merida Makeover, But Still Misses the Point

TV/Film

Following criticism over its "Princess makeover" of "Brave" heroine Merida, Disney pulled the images from the website. However, the media giant may not grasp the importance of strong female role models to girls and boys.

Sat, May 18th, 2013
Marvel, DC, Image, IDW and Dark Horse's Solcitations for August, 2013

Marvel, DC, Image, IDW and Dark Horse's Solcitations for August, 2013

Comic Books

Check out CBR's index of solicitation information and cover art from Marvel, Image, IDW Publishing, Dark Horse and DC Comics for their August, 2013 releases.

Sat, May 18th, 2013
James Robinson Exits

James Robinson Exits "Earth 2," Leaves DC Comics

Comic Books

Writer James Robinson abruptly announced his departure from "Earth 2" and DC Comics earlier this evening, stating that issue #16 of the series is currently his last project at the publisher.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by Stephen Gerding
Summit Puts

Summit Puts "Red 3" Into the Works

TV/Film

Summit Entertainment has signed "Red" and "Red 2" screenwriters Jon and Erich Hoeber for a third installment of the film based on the miniseries by Warren Ellis and Cully Hamner.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by Steve Sunu

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