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EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Justice League" #20

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Justice League" #20

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.

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.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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"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.

21 hours ago
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.

21 hours ago
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.

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"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.

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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
Whedon Confirms Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver for

Whedon Confirms Scarlet Witch, Quicksilver for "Avengers 2"

TV/Film

Erasing any lingering doubt about the inclusion of Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch in "The Avengers 2," Joss Whedon explains why he finds the characters interesting while confirming Iron Man is indeed in the script.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
First Look at Snyder & Albuquerque's

First Look at Snyder & Albuquerque's "American Vampire: The Long Road to Hell"

Comic Books

Vertigo has released a preview of Scott Snyder and Rafael Albuquerque's "American Vampire: The Long Road to Hell" #1 one-shot available June 12, featuring the return of greaser vampire hunter Travis Kidd.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
PREVIEW:

PREVIEW: "The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys" #1

Comic Books

Dark Horse has released a preview of "The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys" #1 by "Umbrella Academy" creator Gerard Way, Shaun Simon and Becky Cloonan. One girl carries on the fight against tyranny June 12.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
Max Brooks Wages World War Vamp in

Max Brooks Wages World War Vamp in "The Extinction Parade"

Comic Books

"World War Z" writer Max Brooks discusses "The Extinction Parade," his new zombies vs. vampires miniseries from Avatar Press, sharing plot details and exclusive art while revealing what the undead masses represent.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by Karl Keily
EXCL. PREVIEW: Beechen & Archer's

EXCL. PREVIEW: Beechen & Archer's "Batman Beyond" #23

Comic Books

Courtesy of DC Comics, CBR presents an exclusive preview of the digital-first "Batman Beyond" #23 by Adam Beechen and Adam Archer. The Metal Men arrive Saturday May 18!

Fri, May 17th, 2013
New

New "Teen Titans Go! Clip Airs Beast Boy's Dirty Underwear

TV/Film

In a clip from the next episode of Cartoon Network's "Teen Titans Go!," Beast Boy pretends to be a ghost haunting Starfire so she will do his bidding. Check out the video and pics here!

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by CBR News Team
DeMatteis, Fawkes Discuss

DeMatteis, Fawkes Discuss "Trinity War," Comic Book Religion

Comic Books

Writers Ray Fawkes and J.M. DeMatteis discuss DC Comics' upcoming "Trinity War" Justice League crossover, the Trinity Of Sin and how they tackle their characters' religious overtones and origins.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by Josie Campbell
Comic Book Legends Revealed: Was Spider-Man Married to the Mob?

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Was Spider-Man Married to the Mob?

Comic Books

This week, learn of the unpublished Spider-Man graphic novel from the 1980s that would have seen Spidey get involved with a married mob wife! Plus, check out a racy Joker joke in a Batman comic by Brian K. Vaughan!

Fri, May 17th, 2013
Liefeld Turns to Kickstarter for

Liefeld Turns to Kickstarter for "Brigade" Revival

Comic Books

Borrowing a page from Top Cow’s 2012 resurrection of "Cyber Force," Image Comics co-founder Rob Liefeld has turned to Kickstarter to help relaunch his 1990s Image Comics series "Brigade."

Fri, May 17th, 2013
EXCLUSIVE: Prime & Pinkie Pie Team-Up for

EXCLUSIVE: Prime & Pinkie Pie Team-Up for "My Little Pony" Botcon Variant

Comic Books

IDW has provided CBR with an exclusive first look at Tony Fleec's Transformers-themed "My Little Pony Micro Series" #5 cover for Botcon 2013, featuring Pinkie Pie cosplaying as Optimus Prime.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by Steve Sunu
Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Pacific Rim, Amazon: May 17th Comic Reel

Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Pacific Rim, Amazon: May 17th Comic Reel

TV/Film

Whedon explains why "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." works! New trailer for "Pacific Rim" hits the web! "Amazon" undergoes redevelopment! Plus, "Captain America: The Winter Soldier" and more!

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by Steve Sunu

"Iron Man 3" Blasts Past $1 Billion

TV/Film

Boosted by $700 million in international receipts, Marvel’s "Iron Man 3" has surpassed $1 billion at the worldwide box office.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
REVIEW: The

REVIEW: The "Instantly Relatable" "Avengers: The Enemy Within" #1

Comic Books

Doug Zawisza gives "Avengers: The Enemy Within" #1 by Kelly Sue DeConnick and Scott Hepburn 4 stars, saying the issue "has gravity and emotion aplenty, but not at the sacrifice of character moments or action."

Fri, May 17th, 2013
Pichelli's

Pichelli's "Guardians of the Galaxy" #5 Cover Welcomes Angela to the MArvel U

Comic Books

Marvel has debuted the cover for "Guardians of the Galaxy" #5, featuring Sara Pichelli's appropriately angelic take on Neil Gaiman's Angela. The issue, co-written by Gaiman and Brian Bendis, hits stores in late July.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by Stephen Gerding
Fraction's

Fraction's "Fantastic Four" & "FF" Face Deadly Enemies

Comic Books

CBR spoke to Matt Fraction about his Marvel NOW! titles "Fantastic Four" & "FF" and the teams' encounter with multiple incarnations of Doctor Doom and a new version of the Frightful Four.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by Dave Richards
The Line It Is Drawn - A Trubute to Ray Harryhausen

The Line It Is Drawn - A Trubute to Ray Harryhausen

Comic Books

This week, our artists pay tribute to the legendary movie special effects wizard Ray Harryhausen by drawing comic characters interacting with some of Harryhausen's most famous creations, including Hellboy meeting the Kraken from Clash of t

Fri, May 17th, 2013
Comics A.M. - Brooklyn Comics and Graphics Festival Closes

Comics A.M. - Brooklyn Comics and Graphics Festival Closes

Comic Books

Organizers end Brooklyn Comics and Graphics Festival! Interviews with Garry Trudeau, Rutu Modan, Neill Cameron and Daniel Hartwell, and more! Plus, comic books corrupt spelling abilities?

Fri, May 17th, 2013
EXCL. PREVIEW:

EXCL. PREVIEW: "Adventure Time" #16

Comic Books

Courtesy of BOOM!, CBR presents an exclusive preview of "Adventure Time" #16 by Ryan North, Shelli Paroline and Braden Lamb. The all-ages series begins a brand new arc May 22.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
Sterling Gates On

Sterling Gates On "Vibe's" Suicide Squad Run

Comic Books

The teen hero at the heart of "Justice League of America's Vibe" is about to get hit by Amanda Waller's Suicide Squad, and Sterling Gates tells CBR why his search for the truth will impact the entire DC Universe.

Fri, May 17th, 2013
by Kiel Phegley
ABANDONED LOVE: How Geoff Johns Fixed Cyborg

ABANDONED LOVE: How Geoff Johns Fixed Cyborg

Comic Books

In its latest spotlight on cases of writers changing previously set-up character developments, CSBG shows how Geoff Johns brought back the original Cyborg after he was missing for over a decade!

Fri, May 17th, 2013
Marvel Comics On Sale May 22, 2013

Marvel Comics On Sale May 22, 2013

Comic Books

Courtesy of Marvel, CBR brings you advance looks at new titles on sale next Wednesday including "Daredevil" #26, "Deadpool" #10, "Scarlet Spider" #17, "Uncanny X-Men" #6 and many more.

Thu, May 16th, 2013
by CBR News Team
Whedon, Gregg on Why Coulson Living Works on

Whedon, Gregg on Why Coulson Living Works on "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."

TV/Film

Co-creator Joss Whedon and star Clark Gregg explain the seeming resurrection of Phil Coulson on "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." works within the context of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

Thu, May 16th, 2013
Lindelof Offers WB

Lindelof Offers WB "Justice League" Advice

TV/Film

"Lost‘s" Damon Lindelof stresses the problem Warner Bros. faces with its DC Comics movies isn’t one of character but one of tone, noting the differing worlds of "Green Lantern" & "The Dark Knight."

Thu, May 16th, 2013

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