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PRESS RELEASE: Joe's Comics Flagship "Ten Grand" #1 Gets 2nd Printing

EXCLUSIVE: Straczynski Goes All In With Joe's Comics & "Ten Grand"

J. Michael Staczynski discusses creating horror with Ben Templesmith on "Ten Grand," the first title from his Joe's Comics label at Image which is debuting to surprising sales numbers. Plus, an exclusive preview!

Wachowskis, Straczynski Team For Netflix-Exclusive Thriller "Sense8"

Netflix has given a 10-episode season order to "Sense8," a sci-fi thriller from filmmakers Andy and Lana Wachowski, and writer-producer J. Michael Straczynski. The series will debut on the streaming service in 2014.

PREVIEW: Straczynski & Templesmith's "Ten Grand" #1

Image Comics has released a 10-page preview of J. Michael Straczynski and Ben Templesmith's "Ten Grand" #1, the debut issue that signals the return of Joe's Comics. The story of Joe Fitzgerald begins May 1.

JMS to Direct WWII Drama "The Flickering Light"

J. Michael Straczynski makes his directorial debut with "The Flickering Light," a World War II drama about Romani prisoners in a concentration camp forced to work as actors in Leni Riefenstahl’s propaganda film, "Tiefland."

Quote of the Day: "What Makes Superman Unique?"

ROBOT 6 examines what makes Superman unique in light of "Superman: Earth One" writer J. Michael Straczynski's approach to the character and his portrayal in the "Man of Steel" trailer.

PREVIEW: Straczynski & Davis' "Superman: Earth One Vol. 2"

DC has released a preview of J. Michael Straczynski and Shane Davis' "Superman: Earth One Vol. 2." Superman's Earth One adventures continue in the original graphic novel on October 31.

Valiant Taps J. Michael Straczynski to Write "Shadowman" Movie Adaptation

Valiant Entertainment is teaming with "The Mummy" producer Sean Deaniel to adapt "Shadowman" into a feature film and J. Michael Straczynski has been hired to write the screenplay.

Risso Covers "Before Watchmen: Moloch" #1

DC has released a cover design by Eduardo Risso for "Before Watchmen: Moloch" #1 written by J. Michael Straczynski that centers on the origins of the the mystic villain who played a key role in the original "Watchmen."

FAN EXPO: JMS & Risso Launch "Before Watchmen: Moloch"

The run of prequel series to Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' classic will expand further as J. Michael Straczynski and Eduardo Risso prepare the two-issue "Before Watchmen: Moloch" mini series, and JMS tells CBR why.

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: "Before Watchmen: Nite-Owl" #2

Courtesy of DC Comics, CBR presents an exclusive preview of J. Michael Straczynski, Andy Kubert and Joe Kubert's "Before Watchmen: Nite-Owl" #2. Explore Rorschach and Nite-Owl's early career together on August 1.

CCI: Spotlight on J. Michael Straczynski

Popular writer and Comic-Con International mainstay J. Michael Straczynski spoke with fans about all of his upcoming Studio JMS projects, including comics, movies and a new webseries promoted with riverdancing zombies.

Shane Davis Amps Up "Superman: Earth One" Vol. 2

In the sequel to he and J. Michael Straczynski's best-selling "Superman: Earth One" graphic novel, artist Shane Davis promises more of a blockbuster action feel as the new Man of Steel takes on an outsized Parasite.

CBR TV @ CCI: Straczynski On JMS Studios, Legendary Comics & Before Watchmen

JMS speaks on his big Comic-Con International announcements, from the announcement of JMS Studios, the return of Joe's Comics, his Legendary Comics project and Before Watchmen.

CCI: DC's "Before Watchmen" Panel

DC Comics brings "Before Watchmen" to Comic-Con International in San Diego with an incredible panel of creators gathered to discuss the publisher's mega-event with a special appearance from Quentin Tarantino.

CCI: DC Comics All Access OGNs

A crossover of creators from J. Michael Straczynski to Anthony Bourdain team up to discuss DC Comic slate of original graphic novels at Comic-Con with new info on the in progress sequel to "Batman Earth One."

PREVIEW: "Superman: Earth One" Vol. 2

Courtesy of DC Comics, CBR presents a preview of "Superman: Earth One" Volume 2, the next volume of J. Michael Straczynski & Shane Davis' reimagined Superman origin.

CSBG JOINT REVIEW - "Before Watchmen: Nite Owl" #1

CSBG's Chad Nevett and Brian Cronin continue their joint reviews of the Before Watchmen comics with a look at "Nite Owl" #1 from J. Michael Straczynski and Andy and Joe Kubert!

PREVIEW: "Before Watchmen: Nite Owl" #1

DC has released a three-page preview of "Before Watchmen: Nite Owl" #1 by J. Michael Straczynski with art by Andy Kubert. Discover the origins of Dan Dreiberg, the man who would become Nite Owl, on June 27.

DC Unveils Two More Pages From "Superman: Earth One" Vol. 2

To celebrate its Superman Facebook page surpassing 2 million "likes," DC Comics has revealed two new pages by Shane Davis from the second volume of "Superman: Earth One."

DiDio Calls "Before Watchmen" "A Love Letter" To Moore & Gibbons' Creation

DC Comics Co-Publisher Dan DiDio responds to Alan Moore's criticism of "Before Watchmen," calling the project "a love letter" to Moore and Dave Gibbons' seminal 1986 miniseries.

First Impressions: "Before Watchmen"

They are the most anticipated titles of 2012 and CBR News was invited to to a first look at the first issues of DC Comics' "Before Watchmen" prequels.

C2E2: JMS on "Thor," "Spider-Man," & the Writing Life

Writer J. Michael Straczynski bantered with fans, pounded the wall, and accepted an award at his C2E2 panel, offering unvarnished opinions about writing and leading a revolt against a noisy neighbor.

C2E2: DC All Access: "Before Watchmen"

In a special All Access panel, DC brought fan-favorite creators for a behind-the-scenes look at the highly anticipated "Before Watchmen" with Adam Hughes, Brian Azzarello, Dan DiDio and more.

C2E2: DC All Access

Geoff Johns, David Finch, Kevin Maguire, Scott Snyder and more opened DC's C2E2 presence with an all-access look at all things DC with some behind-the-scenes insight into this year's most anticipated stories.

Jim Lee's "Before Watchmen: Nite Owl" Cover

DC Comics has released a first look at the pencils for artist Jim Lee's "Before Watchmen: Nite Owl" #1 variant cover.

WC12: Spotlight on J. Michael Straczynski

Writer J. Michael Straczynski took to the stage at WonderCon with DC Co-Publisher Dan DiDio to talk about Straczynski 's work, his comics and his life, from "Babylon 5" to "Before Watchmen" and beyond.

JMS Addresses "Before Watchmen," "Babylon 5" Comparisons

Addressing one of the reactions to his involvement in DC Comics’ "Before Watchmen" project, J. Michael Straczynski has tackled the question, "How would you feel if Babylon 5 was being done without your permission?"

Adam Hughes Weighs In On "Before Watchmen: Dr. Manhattan"

In a post on his personal blog, artist Adam Hughes expounds on his excitement to be working on DC Comics' "Watchmen" prequel miniseries featuring Dr. Manhattan.

DC Releases All Eight "Before Watchmen" Covers

DC Comics has released hi-resolution images of all eight "Before Watchmen" covers, and ROBOT 6 has the full gallery for your Rorschach, Silk Spectre and Ozymandias viewing pleasure.

POLL: Which "Before Watchmen" Series Are YOU Most Excited About?

The word is out, now it's time for the fans to weigh in! Which of DC Comics' announced "Before Watchmen" series are you most looking forward to?

"Before Watchmen" Creators on Bold Moves, Alan Moore & More

In the wake of DC Comics' "Before Watchmen" announcement, ROBOT 6's Kevin Melrose has a round-up of quotes from various creators involved in the prequels, from Brian Azzarello to Darwyn Cooke and more.

EXCLUSIVE: JMS Talks "Before Watchmen: Dr. Manhattan"

In an exclusive first interview, J. Michael Straczynski tells CBR why "Before Watchmen" is a good idea with or without Alan Moore and how he views Dr. Manhattan. Plus, a first look at Adam Hughes' art for the project.

DC Comics To Publish "Before Watchmen" Prequels

Brian Azzarello, J. Michael Straczynski, original "Watchmen" editor Len Wein and colorist John Higgins and more team to tell more stories from the world of Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons 1986 classic. UPDATED with Moore's reaction.

DC Releases Pages from Straczynski & Davis' "Superman: Earth One" Vol. 2

DC Comics has released preview art and confirmed a 2012 release date for J. Michael Straczynski and Shane Davis' "Superman: Earth One" Vol. Two.

PRESS RELEASE: "The Twelve" Returns to Marvel in 2012

PRESS RELEASE: WonderCon Announces First Slate of Special Guests

NYCC: DC Comics All Access Superman

At the DC All Access Superman panel at New York Comic Con, DC Editor In Chief Bob Harras joined the writers and artist behind the Superman books, announcing "Superman: Earth One" and more.

DC Comics Unveils Cover to "Superman: Earth One" Vol. 2

DC Comics has released the cover for J. Michael Straczynski and Shane Davis' follow-up to their best-selling "Superman: Earth One" graphic novel.

CBR TV: Chris Roberson on "Superman," "iZombie" & More

Writer Chris Roberson spoke with CBR TV about collaborating with Mike Allred on their co-creator-owned "iZombie," taking over "Superman" from JMS and much more.

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