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EXCLUSIVE: Guardians of the Galaxy Return In "Avengers Assemble"
Marvel Comics cosmic superteam the Guardians of the Galaxy returns in the pages of Brian Bendis and Mark Bagley's Avengers movie-inspired comic. Tom Brevoort tells CBR how its all part of the plan.
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ShiftyLook Annnounces MCM Expo Schedule
Kirkman's "Thief of Thieves" Steals Fourth Printing
"Green Lantern: The Animated Series - Rise of the Red Lanterns" Comes to DVD August 28
Trajectory Launches "Classics Illustrated" Digitally for Apple iBookstore
Oni Press Announces Changes In Its Sales & Marketing Team
On the Set of LAIKA's "ParaNorman"
TV/Film
SPINOFF ONLINE visited the set of LAIKA's "ParaNorman" to learn about the technology and story behind the animation studio's upcoming 3D stop-motion horror/comedy.
13 hours ago
X-POSITION: Abnett & Lanning "Fear the Future" in "New Mutants"
Comic Books
Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning, the writing team behind "New Mutants," answer your questions about the Phoenix Force, mutant powers, and new characters! Plus exclusive art!
14 hours ago
by George A. Tramountanas
COMMENTARY TRACK: Jim Zub on "Skullkickers" #14
Comic Books
"Skullkickers" writer and co-creator Jim Zubkavich sat down with CBR News to discuss the origins of Rex's weapon, Thool's relaxed dialog, and what's coming up next in the Image Comics series.
15 hours ago
by TJ Dietsch
"Avengers" Dethrones "Dark Knight" As Top Comic Book Adaptation Worldwide
TV/Film
Marvel's "The Avengers" has overtaken "The Dark Knight" to become the highest grossing comic book adaptation worldwide, with over $1 billion in box office take to date.
16 hours ago
by Steve Sunu
ABC Rejects "AKA Jessica Jones," Says "Hulk" Possible For Fall 2013
TV/Film
ABC has passed on the "AKA Jessica Jones" pilot based on Marvel's "Alias" by Brian Michael Bendis and Michael Gaydos, but network President Paul Lee remains hopeful for a 2013 live-action "Incredible Hulk" series.
16 hours ago
by Kevin Melrose
EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Angel & Faith" #10
Comic Books
Courtesy of Dark Horse, CBR presents an exclusive preview of "Angel & Faith" #10 by Christos Gage and Chris Samnee, with covers by Rebekah Isaacs and Steve Morris. On sale May 30.
16 hours ago
EXCLUSIVE: Bradshaw Assembles "Avengers Vs. X-Men" #10 Variant
Comic Books
Marvel has provided CBR with an exclusive first look at Nick Bradshaw's variant cover for "Avengers vs. X-Men" #10 featuring mainstays from the Avengers, New Avengers and Secret Avengers.
17 hours ago
by Steve Sunu
Maggie Q - Kicking Butt, Breaking Fingers For "Nikita"
TV/Film
Maggie Q, star of The CW action series "Nikita," discusses this week's Season 2 finale, plans for the third season, and the dangers of stunt work.
17 hours ago
Capullo Covers Snyder & Albuquerque's "American Vampire"
Comic Books
Scott Snyder's "Batman" partner Greg Capullo provides the variant cover for the first issue of Snyder and Rafael Albuquerque's "American Vampire" summer epic, "The Blacklist."
18 hours ago
by Stephen Gerding
PREVIEW: James Robinson's "The Shade" #8
Comic Books
DC Comics has released a preview of James Robinson's "The Shade" #8, featuring the long-awaited arrival of Jill Thompson on art. The issue hits stores May 16.
19 hours ago
Rucka Keeps Things in Balance for "The Punisher"
Comic Books
"Punisher" writer Greg Rucka discusses the balancing act Frank Castle must perform to wage war against crime in the Marvel U and what's next for the character now that the "Omega Effect" crossover has ended.
19 hours ago
by Dave Richards
Amazing Spider-Man, Thor 2, Iron Man 3: May 15th Comic Reel
TV/Film
"The Amazing Spider-Man" 4-minute super preview hits the web! Idris Elba wants to expand Heimdall's role in "Thor 2!" Jon Favreau explains his involvement in "Iron Man 3" Plus, an "Ant-Man" update from Edgar Wright and more!
19 hours ago
by Steve Sunu
SPINOFF REVIEW: "The Dictator"
TV/Film
As "The Dictator's" bumbling and self-involved Admiral General Aladeen, Sacha Baron Cohen trudges with his talented supporting cast through a frustrating, and ultimately exhausting, film littered with mediocre, off-target jokes.
19 hours ago
Dynamic Forces Announce "Watchmen" Toaster & More
Comic Books
Dynamic Forces has teamed up with Warner Bros. to release toasters that burn iconic images from "Watchmen, "Nightmare on Elm Street" and more onto slices of bread.
20 hours ago
by Steve Sunu
EXCLUSIVE: Guardians of the Galaxy Return In "Avengers Assemble"
Comic Books
Marvel Comics cosmic superteam the Guardians of the Galaxy returns in the pages of Brian Bendis and Mark Bagley's Avengers movie-inspired comic. Tom Brevoort tells CBR how its all part of the plan.
20 hours ago
by Kiel Phegley
Columbia Pictures Debuts Four-Minute Preview For "The Amazing Spider-Man"
TV/Film
A four-minute "super preview" has debuted for "The Amazing Spider-Man," featuring new footage from director Marc Webb's July 3-opening reboot of the Columbia Pictures franchise.
21 hours ago
Comics A.M. - Graphic Novel Sales Actually Stronger Than They Look?
Comic Books
Direct market figures for graphic novels may be misleading! Making Kapow! comic con more female-friendly! Creators talk self-publishing! Scott Snyder talks "Batman," "Swamp Thing"! Plus more!
21 hours ago
VOTE: Spider-Man's Greatest Creators
Comic Books
In honor of Spidey's 50th anniverary, CSBG wants to hear who you believe are Spider-Man's greatest writers and artists! Click here to cast your ballot! Only one week left to vote!
22 hours ago
Fridolfs, Nguyen & Krul Take Justice League & Superman "Beyond"
Comic Books
Continuing CBR's look inside DC's "Batman Beyond Unlimited," Derek Fridolfs & Dustin Nguyen dish on Kobra and the New Gods in "Justice League Beyond" while JT Krul teases "Superman Beyond" vs. Lex Luthor's daughter.
22 hours ago
by Kiel Phegley
Last Week's Comics Reviewed: "Batman," "Avenging Spider-Man"
Comic Books
Last Week, the CBR Review staff looked at 21 new releases including "Batman" #9, "Avenging Spider-Man" #7, "Trio" #1 and more.
23 hours ago
"ParaNorman" Co-Directors Talk Zombie Horror and John Hughes
TV/Film
"ParaNorman" writer/director Chris Butler and co-director Sam Fell talk about LAIKA's newest stop-motion animated feature and the inspiration of zombie horror and John Hughes.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
"Justice League International" Ends With Issue #12
Comic Books
DC Comics has announced "Justice League International" #12 written by Dan Jurgens with art by Aaron Lopresti will be the final issue of the series, followed by "Justice League International" #1.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by Steve Sunu
Adams & Gage Bring "The First X-Men" To Comics
Comic Books
Following yesterday's teaser image, artist/creator Neal Adams and writer Christos Gage expounded on the upcoming X-Men series "The First X-Men" with details on the presence of mutants prior to "X-Men" #1.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by Steve Sunu
DC Comics Solicitations for August, 2012
Comic Books
DC Comics has released their full solicitations text and images for product being released in August, 2012, including the latest from Before Watchmen, "Earth 2," "Green Lantern," "Justice League" and more.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by CBR News Team
Gay Heroes of "Spandex" Breathe New Life Into Super Heroes
Comic Books
"Spandex" writer/artist Martin Eden spoke to CBR News about his new all-gay British super-team, England's gay comics scene, 50 ft. lesbians and John Byrne's influenced on the book.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by Karl Keily
REVIEW: "Wolverine & the X-Men" #10
Comic Books
James Hunt gives "Wolverine and the X-Men" #10 4 stars saying the issue by Jason Aaron and Chris Bachalo "will delight X-Men fans with its extensive character studies and its focus on inter-character relationships"
Mon, May 14th, 2012
Cullen Bunn Kills the Marvel Universe (With Deadpool)
Comic Books
This August, Wade Wilson becomes even more lethal and loquacious in Cullen Bunn and Dalibor Talajic's 4-issue "Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe." We spoke with Bunn and Editor Jordan D. White about the project.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by Dave Richards
New Images and Video Arrive For "The Amazing Spider-Man"
TV/Film
With the opening of "The Amazing Spider-Man" less than two months away, Columbia Pictures and Marc Webb have released a new video and two new stills from the upcoming reboot.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
Jim Zubkavich Brings Paizo's "Pathfinder" To Dynamite
Comic Books
"Skullkickers" creator Jim Zubkavich will bring his writing talents to Dynamite Entertainment with the launch of "Pathfinder," a new ongoing series based on Paizo Publishing's popular RPG.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by CBR News Team
REVIEW: "Avenging Spider-Man" #7
Comic Books
James Hunt gives "Avenging Spider-Man" #7 4.5 stars calling the issue by Kathryn and Stuart Immonen "an oasis of understated brilliance and gives you exactly what you want to read."
Mon, May 14th, 2012
LAIKA’s Travis Knight Discusses "ParaNorman" and Standing Out
TV/Film
LAIKA President and CEO Travis Knight talks with Spinoff Online about "ParaNorman," the upcoming stop-motion animated horror/comedy. Plus: Exclusive behind-the-scenes photos!
Mon, May 14th, 2012
Covers of the Week -- May 9
Comic Books
This week, Morning Glory Academy turns shadowy, space turns even more mysterious, the Snow Queen turns frosty, Logan turns brainy and "Alabaster" turns...wolfier?
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by Kevin Melrose and Steve Sunu
PREVIEW: Parker & Shalvey's "Dark Avengers" #175
Comic Books
Marvel has released a first look at Declan Shalvey's interior pages for "Dark Avengers" #175 written by Jeff Parker. The new line-up of Earth's Deadliest Heroes assembles June 6.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
Amazing Spider-Man, Dark Knight Rises, The Avengers: May 14th Comic Reel
TV/Film
"The Amazing Spider-Man" director Marc Webb gets a Twitter account! More news from "The Dark Knight Rises" cast and crew! "The Avengers" passes $1 billion worldwide! Plus, "Sin City: A Dame to Kill For" and more!
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by Steve Sunu
EXCL. IMAGE PREVIEWS: "Hardcore," "Dancer"
Comic Books
CBR presents exclusive advance looks at two of this week's new Image Comics titles - Robert Kirkman and Brian Stelfreeze's "Hardcore" and "Dancer" #1 by Nathan Edmondson and Nic Klein!
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by CBR News Team
AvX COMMENTARY TRACK - Brevoort On #3, Plus Bonus Features!
Comic Books
Editor Tom Brevoort join CBR for the latest AvX COMMENTARY TRACK for some commentary and info on "AvX" #3 by writer Ed Brubaker and artist John Romita Jr., plus some behind-the-scenes Bonus Features!
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by Dave Richards
REVIEW: "The Walking Dead" #97
Comic Books
Kelly Thompson gives "The Walking Dead" #97 4.5 stars calling the issue by Robert Kirkman and Charlie Adlard "very smart stuff with the kind of payoff one has come to expect from this book."
Mon, May 14th, 2012
Dynamite Comics On Sale May 16
Comic Books
Dynamite Entertainment has provided CBR with advance looks at new comics on sale this Wednesday, May 16, including "The Shadow" #2, "Vampirella vs. Dracula" #4 and more.
Mon, May 14th, 2012
by CBR News Team
Comics A.M. - Florida Comic Store Raided, Owner Arrested
Comic Books
Florida retailer jailed, accused of selling synthetic cannabis in his store. A look at success of "Diesel Sweeties" Kickstarter drive! Sneak peek at Gary Groth's Maurice Sendak interview! Jim Starlin talks Thanos!
Mon, May 14th, 2012
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