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DC Comics Debuts Chip Kidd's "Before Watchmen" Hardcover Covers

DC Comics has debuted the Chip Kidd-designed covers for its four "Before Watchmen" hardcover deluxe editions, which arrive this summer.

That Time Dave Gibbons Drew Dr. Manhattan Zapping Off Against Electro

In CSBG's latest installment highlighting the strangest comics of all-time, Dave Gibbons draws his "Watchmen" characters in ways you've never seen before! All thanks to the late, great Harvey Kurtzman!

DC Looks Back Over 2012 Sales, Forward to 2013

DC execs Bob Wayne and John Cunningham look back over the year that was 2012 for sales of the New 52 and original graphic novels, teasing plans for "Superman" backlist and "Before Watchmen" collected editions in 2013.

TOYING AROUND: Watchmen, Thundercats, The Fantastic Four and More!

This week's TOYING AROUND spotlights new "Watchmen" action figures and packaging, new Thundercats MiniMates and plenty of high-end Batman figurines from "The Dark Knight" & "The Dark Knight Rises."

FIRST LOOK: Michael Cho's "Before Watchmen: Minutemen" #5 Variant

DC Comics has provided CBR News with an exclusive first look at Michael Cho's variant for "Before Watchmen: Minutemen" #5. The issue, written and drawn by Darwyn Cooke, goes on sale December 5.

Grumpy Old Fan: 43 DC Comics in 43 Years

ROBOT 6's Tom Bondurant celebrates his 43rd birthday with a look back at a memorable DC comic book from each year he's been alive. Highlights include "The Flash" #241, "Watchmen" #1, "Young Justice" #50 and the New 52's "Batman" #12.

Wein and Rude Craft "Before Watchmen: Dollar Bill" One-Shot

DC Comics' "Before Watchmen" line continues to grow with a "Dollar Bill" one-shot from Len Wein and Steve Rude being announced for late January.

FIRST LOOK: Brian Stelfreeze's "Before Watchmen: Comedian" Variant

DC Comics has provided CBR News with an exclusive first look at artist Brian Stelfreeze's variant cover for "Before Watchmen: Comedian" #4. The issue, by Brian Azzarello and J.G. Jones, hits stores October 31.

When Words Collide - 9/17/2012

Tim considers three overlooked movies that changed comics forever, particularly when in comes to the work of Grant Morrison, Matt Fraction, and Alan Moore.

DC Unveils Seven New "Before Watchmen" Variants By Steranko, Pope & More

In the midst of Comic-Con madness, DC Comics has unveiled variant covers for Before Watchmen by Jim Steranko, Steve Rude, Paul Pope, Tim Bradstreet, Jim Lee, Cliff Chiang and David Finch.

PRESS RELEASE: DC Comics Announces CCI 2012 Schedule

Comic Book Legends Revealed - Rorschach Versus Batman

Was Rorschach originally going to fight against Batman in a DC Comics miniseries? And discover the bizarre issue of Superman where he literally listens in on the rest of the DC Universe! You have to see it to believe it!

Comics A.M. - Is a Battle Over Thanos Building? Tim Marchman Redux

As Marvel goes cosmic on big screen, Jim Starlin may be staking his claim to Thanos! Tim Marchman interviews Len Wein about "Before Watchmen"! Reclusive Steve Ditko (sort of) profiled! Tokyopop willing to negotiate rights to OGNs!

Comic Book Legends Revealed - "Watchmen," Wonder Woman & Wertham

This week, before "Watchmen," was Dave Gibbons a superhero!?!? Plus, did Wonder Woman creator William Marston intentionally have the Amazon princess mention sappho to irritate Fredric Wertham?

Comic Book Easter Eggs: Watchmen Homages

CSBG's latest spotlight on comic book Easter eggs is an all-Watchmen edition! Rorschach in "Astonishing X-Men" (along with TV's Captain America?!), Rorschach in "Marvel Boy" and a few Watchmen references by Greg Capullo!

DC Comics Solicitations for September, 2012

DC Comics has released their full solicitations text and images for product being released in September, 2012, including all of the publisher's Zero Issues, the latest from Before Watchmen, "American Vampire" and more.

Pipeline - 6/5/2012

"Batman" and "Justice League" are two of the most popular New 52 titles from DC Comics. This week, Augie looks at their first collections before weighing in on the latest "Before Watchmen" promotion.

PREVIEW: Darwyn Cooke's "Before Watchmen: Minutemen" #1

DC Comics and USA Today have released a preview of Darwyn Cooke's "Before Watchmen: Minutemen" #1, the first chapter of the summer-long event. The issue, with a back-up story by Len Wein and John Higgins, hits stores June 6.

"Before Watchmen" TV Commercial Debuts

DC Comics has released a preview of its 30-second TV commercial for "Before Watchmen" that will debut Tuesday on BBC America, IFC and G4. "Minutemen #1" arrives Wednesday.

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.

Dynamic Forces Announce "Watchmen" Toaster & More

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.

DC Comics Solicitations for August, 2012

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.

Geoff Johns, Jim Fletcher Talk DC Collectibles

Geoff Johns and Jim Fletcher spoke all things DC Collectibles with CBR, from the high-end collectibles company's new name to online exclusives and their personal dream projects.

Chris Roberson On Creators' Rights, "iZombie" & "Memorial"

Chris Roberson spoke with CBR News about his public departure from DC Comics based in part on its treatment of Alan Moore, the cancellation of "iZombie," his creator-owned book "Memorial" and the ethics of comics.

DiDio & Lee Examine the Past, Present and Future of "Watchmen"

At their LA Times Festival of Books panel, DC Entertainment Co-Publishers, Dan DiDio and Jim Lee met with fans to discuss the controversy as well as the past, present and future of "Watchmen."

DC Reveals Best Look Yet At "Before Watchmen" Artwork

While fans and retailers at C2E2 were given a first glimpse at interior art for DC Comics’ sprawling "Watchmen" prequels, today the publisher has raised the Internet's curtain on art and character designs for "Before Watchmen."

Dan DiDio, Jim Lee Address "Before Watchmen" Controversies

DC Comics co-publishers Dan DiDio and Jim Lee discuss the controversies surrounding "Before Watchmen," directly addressing Alan Moore's issues with the publisher, Chris Roberson's public statements and more.

"Before Watchmen" Goes Viral With Online "New Frontiersman"

As part of its a viral promotion for "Before Watchmen," DC Comics has released an online version of the "New Frontiersman" independent newspaper from the pages of "Watchmen" while releasing paper copies at C2E2.

DC Comics Solicitations for July, 2012

DC Comics has released their full solicitations text and images for product being released in July, 2012, including the latest from Before Watchmen, "Earth 2," "Batman," "Justice League" and more.

Comic Book Legends Revealed - Watchmen

This week, we explore the background of how "Watchmen" came to be! Plus, the shocking history behind the Australian comic book, the Lone Avenger, and the hilarious story of how writer John Rozum broke into comics.

Comics A.M. - Could WonderCon's Anaheim Move Be Permanent?

WonderCon's 2013 location still "a complete question mark"! The state of manga, post-Borders! ComiXology to offer HD comics for new iPad! Why do we talk so much about "Watchmen"? Plus much more!

CBR TV @ WC12: Len Wein On "Before Watchmen"

Original "Watchmen" editor and writer of the "Ozymandias" Before Watchmen miniseries Len Wein kicks off CBR TV's WonderCon coverage discussing his involvement in the controversial DC Comics event.

DC Comics Solicitations for June, 2012

DC Comics has released their full solicitations text and images for product being released in June, 2012, including the first installments of the Before Watchmen titles, the final issue of "Scalped," and more.

DC Comics Releases Lee Bermejo "Before Watchmen" Art

DC Comics has released a new promotional image for its "Before Watchmen" event featuring the team as depicted by "Rorschach" artist Lee Bermejo.

The Line It Is Drawn - After "Watchmen"

Our artists draw your suggestions of wild and bizarre ideas for stories that could possibly follow "Watchmen" #12. Like, say, the Reign of the Rorschachs? Or Nite Owl and Silk Spectre: the talk show? All this and more!

Alan Moore Elaborates His Stance on "Before Watchmen"

"Watchmen" creator Alan Moore elaborates his negative opinion of DC's upcoming "Before Watchmen" prequel, calling the endeavor "desperate" and his original contract "creator-hostile."

NYTF 2012: DC Direct Showcases "Watchmen," "Dark Knight Rises," "Arkham City" & More

DC's in-house collectible creators showed off all-new statues and action figures for "Watchmen," "Dark Knight Rises," "Arkham City," the New 52 and more at Toy Fair 2012.

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?"

In Defense of "Before Watchmen"

In the wake of DC Comics' big announcement, Brett White takes on the unenviable job of defending and rationalizing "Before Watchmen," the polarizing prequels to Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' comics masterpiece.

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