Batman

Possibly No Major Batman Announcement Coming At NYCC

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Possible bad news, Bat-fans.

While Batman Vs. Superman is confirmed to have a presence on the floor of the New York Comic-Con with a LexCorp booth, the speculated “major announcement” teased by producer Michael Uslan from a few days ago may not actually be Batman-related.

Michael Uslan, who has been a producer on every Batman movie, told USA Today last Friday that a major announcement is coming at the NYCC on Saturday at 1:45pm.

As DC is holding a Batman panel around the same time, many online (us included) speculated the announcement to possibly be related to the rumored Ben Affleck solo Batman movie.

However, now it’s learned Michael Uslan is actually a part of a THUNDER Agents panel that takes place Saturday at 1:45pm.

Of course, it’s always possible something Batman Vs. Superman could still be announced at the DC Batman panel, with Uslan simply not being in attendance.

Here is the official info sent out by WB regarding THUNDER Agents:

Saturday, 10/9

1:45PM to 2:45PM – T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents panel

Room 1A24

Panelists:

Michael Uslan, producer

David Uslan, producer

Olav Kjørven, Director of Public Partnerships, UNICEF

Maher Nasser, Director of the Outreach Division, United Nations

Sean Southey, CEO, PCI Media Impact

Info:

T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTSCELEBRATES 50^th ANNIVERSARY

WITH SPECIAL OCT. 10 PANEL AT NEW YORK COMIC CON

Exciting Announcements from Batman Executive Producer Michael Uslan,

Huayi Brothers Media Corporation, CEA Group, IDW, UNICEF and

United Nations Spotlight Saturday, October 10 Panel in Javits Center

NEW YORK, NY – October 5, 2015 – T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents, the landmark comic featuring the first truly international super hero group, celebrates its 50^th Anniversary with a series of special announcements and groundbreaking news from respected Batman franchise Executive Producer Michael Uslan, Huayi Brothers Media Corporation, CEA Group, IDW, UNICEF and the United Nations during a Saturday, October 10 panel at New York Comic Con.

After 50 years of protecting the globe, The Higher United Nations Defense Enforcement Reserves (aka T.H.U.N.D.E.R.) Agents still stands as the first and only truly international comic book super hero group set up to work for the United Nations. Brought to life in 1965 by comic book legend Wally Wood, T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agentshas been blessed throughout its first half-century with some of the finest artists in the industry, including Steve Ditko, Gil Kane, Mike Sekowsky and Dave Cockrum. T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents’message of global peace, teamwork and unity has even greater significance in today’s international climate.

Panelists for the T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents celebration – which will be held in Room 1A24 of the Javits Center from 1:45-2:45pm – include Michael Uslan and fellow producer David Uslan; Olav Kjørven, Director of Public Partnerships, UNICEF; Maher Nasser, Director of the Outreach Division, United Nations; Sean Southey, CEO, PCI Media Impact; IDW President Greg Goldstein; renowned comic artist Bob Layton; screenwriters Ben Lustig & Jake Thornton; and surprise appearances by notable luminaries from the realms of comics and world relations.

The panel will spotlight the history of T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents, and some exciting special announcements regarding the ever-expanding future of the franchise. In addition, the panelists will unveil new details of the benevolent United Nations/UNICEF initiative, “Comics Uniting Nations,” a partnership with non-profit organization Reading With Pictures to develop comics that illustrate the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations, and includes IDW Publishing’s participation throughout the world.

All fans attending the panel will receive exclusive T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents gifts.

Comic Book News

Fist Look At Greg Capullo’s The Dark Knight III Cover

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Following the cool Dan DiDio and Jim Lee video in addition to the Andy Kubert art reveal, check out a first look at Batman artist Greg Capullo’s variant cover for The Dark Knight III: The Master Race.

You can check out a bunch of more variants on our Dark Knight III cover image gallery.

The Dark Knight III goes on sale November 25th.

Written by FRANK MILLER and BRIAN AZZARELLO
Art by ANDY KUBERT and KLAUS JANSON
Mini comic art by TBA
Cover by ANDY KUBERT and KLAUS JANSON
1:10 variant cover by KLAUS JANSON
1:25 variant cover by ANDY KUBERT and KLAUS JANSON
1:50 variant cover by TBA
1:100 variant cover by FRANK MILLER
1:500 variant cover by JIM LEE
1:5000 original sketch variant by JIM LEE
Blank variant cover
On sale NOVEMBER 25
32 pg comic: 6.375” x 10.1875”
16 page minicomic: 5.5” x 8.5”
FC, 1 of 8, $5.99 US • RATED T+
Retailers: This issue will ship with multiple covers. Please see the order form for more information.
The epic ending you never saw coming is here because you demanded it! The Dark Knight rises again to face the dawn of the master race!

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Time for an adult beverage pic.twitter.com/7ESKQ8PAir

— Greg Capullo (@GregCapullo) October 4, 2015

TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham 2×04 “Strike Force” Preview Trailer

Watch a promo for the next episode of Gotham “Strike Force.”

Gotham airs Mondays on FOX.

Episode synopsis:

Captain Barnes (Michael Chiklis) is called to duty to create a law-abiding task force, with the help of Gordon. Meanwhile, Penguin gets caught up in a favor for Galavan, and Nygma asks Kringle out on a date in the all new Rise of the Villains: Strike Force episode of GOTHAM airing Monday, October 12th on FOX.

Comic Book News

DC Reveals World’s Largest LEGO Batmobile

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Legendary LEGO brick artist, Nathan Sawaya, unveiled the world’s largest LEGO Batmobile made from half of a million LEGO bricks. The life-size LEGO Batmobile will be the centerpiece among over 120 works of DC Comics-inspired art showcased during Sawaya’s global touring exhibition, THE ART OF THE BRICK: DC COMICS, a collaboration with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and DC Entertainment, which is opening at the Powerhouse Museum in Sydney, Australia this November. Sawaya collaborated with acclaimed artist and DC Entertainment Co-publisher, Jim Lee, for the design of the new Batmobile sculpture, which measures over 18-feet long.

Movie News

Jonathan Nolan Comments On Batman Begins Teaser

With Batman Begins now on Netflix, the movie has been receiving some new attention.

The latest is regarding the above Batman Begins teaser trailer that WB used to convince audiences of their different approach to the Dark Knight, which was no longer campy, but darker, grittier and more serious in nature.

The trailer is currently topping Reddit, with Jonathan Nolan, brother to Christopher Nolan and writer on The Dark Knight Trilogy, offering an inside look.

A fan commented:

Damn the movie was already awesome but I wouldn’t have minded having that little speech in the movie. That being said, it was the perfect teaser. Built interest without giving away too much.

With Jonathan Nolan responding:

thanks dude. I wrote this in a couple hours in my brother’s trailer while he was shooting the scene in which Bruce is arrested for stealing Wayne corp supplies on his ‘journey.’ Remains some of my favorite writing from these films. Was written specifically for the trailer. Wouldn’t have worked in the film.

Another fan commented:

Thanks Jonathan. We have genuine respect for the craft you and your brother have brought to cinema over the last decade, and more. All the best for the future; you guys are writing the future of cinema.

With Jonathan responding:

Thank you! Appreciate it. Hopefully my future also includes a nap. edit — I really need that nap.

Jonathan Nolan is currently involved with HBO’s Westworld series and is currently directing, producing and writing episodes.

Movie News

WB Reveals New Halloween Costumes & More

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Just in time for Halloween, Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) is introducing brand new adult, children and – yes – pet costumes that will have the whole family in the spirit for a spooktacular celebration.

“Batman” – who is always a fan-favorite – made an appearance in the top three on all top costume lists including adults, children’s and pets, according to the National Retail Federation’s 2015 Halloween Consumer Top Costumes Survey. Little fans can help keep Gotham City safe this Halloween with the Deluxe Batman Unlimited Kids Costume or the Batman Unlimited Nightwing Costume, and adults can play the part by dressing up as the Batman: Arkham Knight Harley Quinn Deluxe Costume.

New costumes that will be sure to add some flare to your Halloween style include the out of this world Jupiter Jones Wedding Dress and Caine Deluxe Costume, or the Looney Tunes Hooded Tutu Dress, available in adult and child sizes. Your pup can join in on the Halloween fun with the terrifyingly cute Freddy Krueger or Jason Voorhees costumes.

Check out images and info below.

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. –The Flash TV Series Deluxe Costume
No matter the name, the “Scarlet Speedster”, the “Crimson Comet”, “The Blur” or “The Streak”, you will be ready to run from party to party in this The Flash TV Series deluxe costume from Rubies. Featuring a muscle chest jumpsuit with a molded belt, headpiece, and boot tops. Available at retailers nationwide for $53.00

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. – Batman: Arkham Knight Harley Quinn Deluxe Costume

Meet up with your Puddin’ and create some chaos! Dress, gauntlets, and leggings all included. Available at retailers nationwide for 60.00

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. – Batman Unlimited Nightwing & Batman Deluxe Costumes

Keep Gotham City safe from criminals and Super-Villains when you have these Deluxe Batman Unlimited Kids Costumes! Deluxe Batman includes padded muscle chest jumpsuit with boot tops, belt, mast and cape. Deluxe Nightwing includes padded muscle chest jumpsuit with boot tops and eyemask. Available at retailers nationwide for $37.00-$39.00.

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. – Sequin Costumes

Your little one will be dressed and ready to help protect the neighborhood this Halloween. Characters include Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and Supergirl. Available at retailers nationwide for $44.00.

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. – Looney Tunes Hooded Tutu Dress & Leg Warmers

Show off your cute wacky side in a hooded tutu dress with leg warmers. Characters include Tweety, Pepe Le Pew and Bugs Bunny. Available in adult and child sizes. Available at retailers nationwide for $38.99-$49.99.

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. – PAN Blackbeard and Tiger Lily

Get ready for a Halloween adventure. Transform into the warrior Tiger Lily or the ruthless pirate Blackbeard. Available late October at retailers nationwide for $54.99-$64.99.

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. – Jupiter Jones Wedding Dress and Caine Deluxe Costume

Explore your destiny in these out of this world costumes. Available at retailers nationwide for $55.00.

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. – Scooby-Doo Jumpsuit and Headpiece

It’s no mystery how cute your little one will be in this adorable Scooby-Doo jumpsuit and headpiece. Available in child sizes infant and toddler. Available at retailers nationwide for $22.00.

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. – Freddy Krueger and Jason Voorhees Dog Costumes

Your pup will be tearing up Halloween when you dress them in these terrifyingly cute Freddy Krueger or Jason Voorhees costumes. Available at retailers nationwide for $13.00- $26.00.

PPW TOYS – Freddy Krueger and Jason Voorhees Mr. Potato Head

One, two, Mr. Potato Head is coming for you… These 6” figures were designed with collectors in mind. Perfect for fans of all ages, whether for play or display. Available at select retailers early October for $19.99.

ICUP INC. – Freddy Krueger Apron

Freddy’s back and he’s up to something in the kitchen! This Freddy Krueger, Nightmare on Elm Street licensed Apron will scare the living daylight out of everyone, but it will also keep your dishes on their best behavior. Available online for $24.99.

RUBIE’S COSTUME CO. – Scooby-Doo Candy Holder

He is getting mighty close to that candy, but we suppose you can trust Scooby to watch over and offer it to your guests. Available at retailers nationwide for $32.99.

About Warner Bros. Consumer Products

Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.

TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham 2×03 Clip “The Magician”

Watch a second clip for the next episode of Gotham with “A Magician.”

Gotham airs Mondays on Fox starring Ben McKenzie as James Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock, David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne, Camren Bicondova as Selina Kyle, Sean Pertwee as Alfred Pennyworth, Robin Lord Taylor as Oswald Cobblepot and Cory Michael Smith as Edward Nygma.

“The Last Laugh” Episode synopsis:

ABRACADABRA, HOSTAGES! ON AN ALL-NEW “GOTHAM” MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, ON FOX

Gordon and Bullock track down a nemesis from the past, leading to a standoff between Jerome (guest-star Cameron Monaghan) and Gordon. Meanwhile, a magic show at the Gotham Children’s Hospital gala turns into a hostage situation in the all-new “Rise of the Villains: The Last Laugh” episode of GOTHAM airing Monday, Oct. 5 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX. (GTH-203) (TV-14 L, V)

Comic Book News

Dark Knight III Opening Panel Revealed & More Covers

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DC Comics has revealed the opening panel (above) to Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight III: The Master Race as well as more variant covers including Jim Lee’s pencilled variant.

The Dark Knight III goes on sale November 25th. You can check out all the variants in our image gallery.

THE DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE continues Frank Miller’s landmark Dark Knight saga that began with 1986’s THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS and continued with its 2001-2002 sequel THE DARK KNIGHT STRIKES AGAIN. Co-written by Brian Azzarello and drawn by Andy Kubert and Klaus Janson, The Dark Knight III: The Master Race is a miniseries in eight parts, with each issue consisting of one 32-page main story and one 16-page minicomic focusing on a different character from within the world of Miller’s Dark Knight. These minicomics are a crucial part of the story, are also written by Miller and Azzarello and will be drawn by some of the greatest artists currently working in comics.

THE DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE #1

TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham 2×03 Clip “The Silent Treatment”

Watch a new clip for the next episode of Gotham with “The Silent Treatment.”

“The Last Laugh” Episode synopsis:

ABRACADABRA, HOSTAGES! ON AN ALL-NEW “GOTHAM” MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, ON FOX

Comic Book News

More Dark Knight III Variants Revealed

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DC Comics has revealed even more variant covers for the first issue of Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight III: The Master Race.

Below you can check out all the covers we’ve collected to date which includes retailer variants as well.

The Dark Knight III goes on sale November 25th.

TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham 2×03 “The Last Laugh” Preview

Watch the preview trailer for the next episode of Gotham Season 2 “The Last Laugh.”

Gotham airs Mondays on FOX.

Gotham stars Ben McKenzie as James Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock, David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne, Camren Bicondova as Selina Kyle, Sean Pertwee as Alfred Pennyworth, Robin Lord Taylor as Oswald Cobblepot and Cory Michael Smith as Edward Nygma.

Episode synopsis:

ABRACADABRA, HOSTAGES! ON AN ALL-NEW “GOTHAM” MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, ON FOX

Movie News

Big News Coming at NYCC Says Batman Producer Michael Uslan

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Big news is coming at next week’s New York Comic-Con regarding what could possibly be the next Batman movie.

Michael Uslan, who has been a producer on every Batman movie, told USA Today: “On Saturday October 10 we plan on making a major announcement. Stay tuned. Join us at 1:45 p.m. in one of the large rooms. You won’t want to miss what’s going to take place there.”

More than likely the large room Uslan is talking about is the “Batman: The Bat Universe” panel, which takes place that same Saturday on the Empire Stage at the NYCC Javits Center. Here is the official description:

A veritable who’s who of Bat-talent will gather together in Gotham for “DC Comics – Batman: The Bat-Universe.” Explore the latest adventures of the World’s Greatest Detective with Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo (BATMAN), Amy Chu (POISON IVY: CYCLE OF LIFE AND DEATH), Khary Randolph (WE ARE ROBIN), Tom King and Tim Seeley (GRAYSON), Peter Tomasi (BATMAN: ARKHAM KNIGHT), and James Tynion IV (BATMAN ETERNAL), and be the first to witness never-before-seen art and breaking Batman news. Saturday, 1:30 pm, Empire Stage 1E.

It’s pure speculation, but Uslan may be talking about the standalone Ben Affleck Batman movie that has recently been rumored. Affleck has been said to be attached to three Batman movies in which he will star and direct.

Of course, the announcement could be about a number of things as Uslan is also involved with Batman Vs. Superman. It’s possible the news could be Justice League related or about another DC movie.

Cosmic Book News will be in attendance at the NYCC. You can follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to keep up with all the news as it happens.

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter as Senator Finch and Tao Okamoto as Mercy Graves. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

Synopsis:

Fearing the actions of a god-like Super Hero left unchecked, Gotham City’s own formidable, forceful vigilante takes on Metropolis’s most revered, modern-day savior, while the world wrestles with what sort of hero it really needs. And with Batman and Superman at war with one another, a new threat quickly arises, putting mankind in greater danger than it’s ever known before.

Batman Vs. Superman Comic-Con Trailer:

Comic Book News

Watch: The True Identity of Batman’s Greatest Villain

Just who is Batman’s greatest villain? Is it The Joker? Two Face? Mr. Freeze? Riddler or Penguin? Not exactly. Check out “The True Identity of Batman’s Greatest Villain” above in the following video from the Dorkly YouTube Channel. Interesting theory.

Movie News

Robbie Amell Wants To Play Batman Beyond (Video)

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It’s been a while, but last we heard in regards to a Batman Beyond movie was about two years ago when producer Michael Uslan mentioned it.

Now while attending the Salt Lake Comic-Con, Robbie Amell says he thinks it would be a good idea and would want to play Terry McGinnis.

Check out the blurb:

“I am a huge fan of that idea. I think the problem is because they have Batman going on right now, they won’t make the Batman Beyond movie until I’m too old to be Terry McGinnis. By then I’ll probably be the old crusty Batman. But I’m a huge fan of that idea. I think it would be a great property. I think the smartest idea for them would be to make it like a $30 million movie. Don’t do the big $200 million blockbuster, do a dark, gritty version of Batman Beyond. The visual effects have come so far that you don’t need $200 million to show the technology that they have. Make it a nice, grounded character piece. But I don’t run a studio, so that means nothing.”

Robbie Amell plays Firestorm on The Flash and will also be featured in X-Files. There is speculation Amell may be leaving The Flash as Robbie Amell is not a part of the Firestorm character in the Arrow/Flash spinoff DC’s Legends Of Tomorrow. Maybe there’s room for Amell to play McGinnis?

Movie News

Matt Damon Would Play Daredevil For Christopher Nolan

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With Ben Affleck becoming the new Batman, long time friend to Affleck, Matt Damon, has been fielding questions about which super hero he would play.

While Damon recently said he views Jason Bourne as a super hero – and one that could kick the sh-t out of Batman – in a new interview with the NY Daily News, Damon actually says he would like to play the Man Without Fear.

“For us it was always ‘Daredevil’ — that’s the comic we read when we were kids. But when that one came along (in 2003) I chickened out, because I couldn’t tell. I hadn’t seen the director (Mark Steven Johnson’s) work and I didn’t know. So I just said, ‘No.’ Ben was like, ‘I gotta do it.’

“And the movie ended up doing very well, even though I don’t think Ben was ultimately very proud of it.”

“If Chris Nolan came up to me and said, ‘I want to do Daredevil,’ I would be in.”

“Just putting that out there,” he joked.

More than likely Damon becoming Daredevil wouldn’t happen as Charlie Cox plays the character for the Marvel Netflix series. Damon also commented about Affleck choosing to don the cape and cowl.

“I think he approached it the right way, which is, ‘Can I make a great superhero movie?’ rather than, ‘Do I want to play a superhero?’ I’d consider it if the right thing came along,

Matt Damon is currently filming the fifth Bourne movie, which has a July 29, 2016 release.

TV News

Stan Lee & Supergirl Melissa Benoist Join Agent Carter Vs. SHIELD Dubsmash

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Check out the latest Agent Carter vs. Agents Of SHIELD Dubsmash battle as Stan Lee and Supergirl Melissa Benoist have entered the fray.

Stan Lee joins Hayley Atwell as they sing “Lola” while in Agent Coulson’s 1962 Chevy Corvette.

Supergirl Melissa Benoist helps out Clark Gregg and Chloe Bennet with “Why Can’t We Be Friends” as they get some help from The Dark Knight and Deadpool.

The Agent Carter vs SHIELD Dubsmash War is for charity, and you can watch the videos and vote on your favorite by donating at crowdrise.com.

Presently, Stan Lee is in the lead!

TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham Red Band Trailer “The Maniax”

Following the premiere episode of Gotham Season 2, Fox has released a new Red Band (mature) trailer with “The Maniax.”

The Maniax are coming 9/28/15.

The good. The evil. The beginning.

Everyone knows the name Commissioner Gordon. He is one of the crime world’s greatest foes, a man whose reputation is synonymous with law and order. But what is known of Gordon’s story and his rise from rookie detective to Police Commissioner? What did it take to navigate the multiple layers of corruption that secretly ruled Gotham City, the spawning ground of the world’s most iconic villains? And what circumstances created them – the larger-than-life personas who would become Catwoman, The Penguin, The Riddler, Two-Face and The Joker

GOTHAM is an origin story of the great DC Comics Super-Villains and vigilantes, revealing an entirely new chapter that has never been told. From executive producer/writer Bruno Heller (“The Mentalist,” “Rome”), GOTHAM follows one cop’s rise through a dangerously corrupt city teetering between good and evil, and chronicles the birth of one of the most popular super heroes of our time.

Gotham airs Mondays.

Movie News

Batman: Arkham Knight Tumbler Batmobile DLC Trailer

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment announced that the newest series of add-ons for Batman: Arkham Knight – 2008 Tumbler Batmobile Pack and Original Arkham Batman Skin, are available beginning today for fans who have purchased the Batman: Arkham Knight Season Pass for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One, and are connected to the Internet. The 2008 Tumbler Batmobile Pack can also be purchased a la carte beginning today on the PlayStation Network and Xbox LIVE online entertainment network from Microsoft, while the Original Arkham Batman Skin is free-to-download for owners of the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One.

The 2008 Tumbler Pack places you in the cockpit of the iconic Batmobile from the 2008 film The Dark Knight as you navigate two movie-inspired tracks in the Tumbler. Challenge and compete with your friends for the fastest time or wreak havoc on the destructible streets of Gotham City upon full eradication of all drones. Additionally, today’s free-to-download Original Arkham Batman Skin lets you invoke fear into the eyes of your foes wearing the suit that started it all, the original Arkham Asylum Batman Costume.

The 2008 Tumbler Batmobile Pack and more are included with the Batman: Arkham Knight Season Pass, which delivers regular new content for six months featuring new story missions, more Super-Villains invading Gotham City, new legendary Batmobiles, advanced challenge maps, alternative character skins, and new drivable race tracks.

Additional downloadable content becomes available next Tuesday, September 29th:
· Crime Fighter Challenge Pack #2: Grab this Crime Fighter Challenge Pack and receive various challenge maps for Batman, Nightwing, Robin, Catwoman and the Batmobile. This expansive challenge pack allows focused training in Freeflow Combat and Invisible Predator stealth incursion.
· GCPD Lockdown: Set after the events of Arkham Knight, play as Nightwing to stop the Penguin from breaking out of the Gotham City Police Department in this thrilling story pack.

Stay tuned for even more Batman: Arkham Knight downloadable content coming in October, including:
· Batman Classic TV Series Batmobile Pack: Travel back in time with the Batman Classic TV Series Batmobile Pack. This pack includes the 1960s TV Series Batmobile, Classic TV Series Catwoman Skin, Classic TV Series Robin Skin and two racetracks inspired by the Batman Classic TV Series.
· Catwoman’s Revenge: Set after the events of Arkham Knight, prowl the night as Catwoman as she seeks her revenge on the Riddler with this story pack.
· Crime Fighter Challenge Pack #3: Get this Crime Fighter Challenge Pack to receive various combat and predator maps featuring Batman, Nightwing, Robin, and Azrael.

Movie News

Watch: Gotham 2×02 “Knock, Knock “Preview Trailer

Watch the preview trailer for the next episode of Gotham Season 2 “Knock, Knock.”

Gotham airs Mondays on FOX.

TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham Season 2 Featurette “Monsters Are Coming”

With Gotham Season 2 set to premiere tonight, check out a new featurette above with “Monsters Are Coming.”

Director/Executive Producer Danny Cannon and the cast tease what is to come from season 2 of GOTHAM. Season Premiere MON SEPT 21 on FOX!

Comic Book News

Five More The Dark Knight III Variants Revealed

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Following last night’s reveal of The Dark Knight III program cover for the NYCC, DC Comics has unveiled five more retailer exclusive variants for the first issue.

Check out the covers below by Klaus Janson, Rafael Albuquerque, Eduardo Risso, Tyler Kirkham and Lee Bermejo.

“The Dark Knight III: The Master Race” wil be available November 25th.

DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE #1

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Comic Book News

NYCC Program Cover Revealed: Dark Knight III: The Master Race

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ReedPOP revealed the exclusive cover for this year’s NYCC program guide, created by DC and designed by Andy Kubert. The cover (image below) is a sneak peek at Issue #1 of Dark Knight III: The Master Race that comes out later this year.

In conjunction with the cover reveal, DC will also be doing the following panel at this year’s NYCC to celebrate The Dark Knight’s 30th Anniversary:

Friday October 9, 11:00am-12:00pm

DC Comics – The Dark Knight 30th Anniversary

Moderator: John Cunningham

Talent: Jim Lee, Brian Azzarello, Klaus Janson, Andy Kubert

Frank Miller’s THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS is one of the most important and recognized works in comic book history. In recognition of its 30th Anniversary, DC Entertainment returns to New York to celebrate the book that defined a generation. Joining in the festivities will be the amazing cast of top-notch talent, including Brian Azzarello, Klaus Janson, Andy Kubert, Jim Lee and maybe even a surprise guest or two, who are working on the final chapter of the saga 30 years in the making. Be here for reveals, revelations and exclusive artwork! This is the once-in-a-lifetime panel you CANNOT miss!

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TV News

WBHE 2015 NYCC Includes LEGO Justice League, Batkid Begins & Batman: Bad Blood

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WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT

PRESENTS FIRST LOOKS AT BATMAN: BAD BLOOD,

LEGO®DC COMICS SUPER HEROES – JUSTICE LEAGUE: COSMIC CLASH,

PLUS SCREENING & DIRECTOR Q&A FOR

AWARD-WINNING DOCUMENTARY BATKID BEGINS

AT 2015 NEW YORK COMIC CON

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment will bring a trio of highly anticipated titles to New York Comic Con (October 8-11) including panels featuring first-looks at footage from both Batman: Bad Blood and LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes – Justice League: Cosmic Clash, plus a screening of the award-winning documentary Batkid Begins. The presentations will spotlight never-before-seen footage, discussions with film talent and, for the two animated movie panels, exclusive prizes for inquisitive fans.

On Friday, October 9 at 8:00pm on the Main Stage of the Javits Center, WBHE returns for its annual unveiling of the next DC Universe Original Movie exclusively for New York Comic Con fans. The Batman: Bad Blood panel will include the first official film clips and an enthralling panel led by the voice of Batman, Jason O’Mara (Complications, Terra Nova); the introduction of Batwing, voiced by Gaius Charles (Grey’s Anatomy, Friday Night Lights); and keen filmmaking insights from producer James Tucker, director Jay Oliva and character designer Phil Bourassa. Moderator Steven Smith (Going Off Track) might even introduce a few possible surprise guests … and he’ll definitely hand out special NYCC-exclusive DCU prizes. Batman: Bad Blood arriveson Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD in early 2015.

Batman: Bad Bloodpanelists will also be available to fans for an autograph session on Friday, October 9 from 2:30-3:30pm at the DC Entertainment booth, located at the farthest south end of the Javits Center lobby.

On Saturday, October 10 at 7:00pm in the IFC Center, WBHE will present a full screening of the inspiring documentary, Batkid Begins. In 2013, the world rallied around one 5-year-old cancer patient’s wish to be Batman. Fans will have the opportunity to see this award-winning documentary that examines the rich, impassioned “why” behind this flash phenomenon, then enjoy an audience chat with director Dana Nachman. Batkid Begins will be available on DVD from WBHE on October 6.

On Sunday, October 11 at 11:00am on the Empire Stage of the Javits Center, the bricks will fly when fans see the first official footage of Brainiac challenging the Justice League in the upcoming WBHE release, LEGO®DC Comics Super Heroes – Justice League: Cosmic Clash. Intermixed with the animated clips will be a lively panel discussion featuring the voices of Batman and Brainiac – Troy Baker (Batman: Arkham City, BioShock Infinite, The Last of Us) and Phil LaMarr (Futurama, Justice League/Justice League Unlimited, Pulp Fiction), respectively – alongside producer Brandon Vietti, director Rick Morales and screenwriter Jim Krieg. Moderator Tiffany Smith (DC All-Access) will helm the panel with a few other potential surprises and special prizes. LEGO®DC Comics Super Heroes – Justice League: Cosmic Clashcomes to Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD in early 2016.

WBHE’s two animation spotlight panels – Batman: Bad Blood & LEGO®DC Comics Super Heroes – Justice League: Cosmic Clash– will be live-streamed for fans unable to make the trek to New York. Please check the NYCC website (http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com) for streaming details.

TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham “Welcome To The Rise Of The Villains” Trailer

Watch a new trailer above for Gotham Season 2 with “Welcome to the Rise of the Villains.”

Gotham returns Monday, September 21st starring Ben McKenzie as Jim Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock and David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne.

Synopsis:

The stakes are higher than ever as GOTHAM explores the origin stories of some of the most ambitious and depraved Super Villains, including The Riddler, The Joker and Mr. Freeze, and Bruce Wayne uncovers more secrets from his father’s past.

Comic Book News

The Dark Knight III #2 Cover & Solicit Revealed

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DC Comics has revealed the cover and solict for Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight III: The Master Race #2, which hits in December.

The first issue gets released in November.

DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE #2
Written by FRANK MILLER and BRIAN AZZARELLO
Art by ANDY KUBERT and KLAUS JANSON
Minicomic art by TBD
Cover by ANDY KUBERT
1:10 variant cover by KLAUS JANSON
1:25 variant cover by ANDY KUBERT
1:50 variant cover by TBD
1:100 variant cover by FRANK MILLER
1:500 variant cover by JIM LEE
On sale DECEMBER 23
32 pg comic: 6.375” x 10.1875”
16 page minicomic: 5.5” x 8.5”
FC, 2 of 8, $5.99 US • RATED T+
Retailers: This issue will ship with multiple covers. Please see the order form for more information.
The unexpected finale to the Dark Knight saga continues as Carrie Kelly gets caught…that is, she finds herself…she gets into—well, you’re just going to have to read it yourself.

DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE #2 COLLECTOR’S EDITION
Written by FRANK MILLER and BRIAN AZZARELLO
Art by ANDY KUBERT and KLAUS JANSON
Cover by JIM LEE
On sale JANUARY 6 • 40 pg, FC, 7.0625” x 10.875”, $12.99 US • RATED T+
This oversized title collects both stories from DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE #2 at the same size!

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Movie News

Ben Affleck Agreed To Do Batman Because Of Chris Terrio Says Matt Damon (Video)

Earlier saw Matt Damon mention that Jason Bourne could kick the sh-t out of Batman, and now the friend to Ben Affleck offers an inside look into the casting process of Batman Vs. Superman.

MTV caught up with Matt Damon at the premiere of The Martian at this weekend’s Toronto Film Festival inquiring if Damon knew anything about Ben Affleck becoming Batman.

Damon responds that he did talk with Affleck offering: “I talked to him about it. It was a big decision. He knew what the stakes were, and I think once he was able to get Chris Terrio to write the script, I think that made the decision for him. I think that was… Chris is just a fantastic writer. Ben really liked Zack, who is directing it, so he felt like ‘okay, I got all the pieces that are necessary.'”

Of course, Chris Terrio was Ben Affleck’s writer on Argo, in which Terrio won an Oscar for “Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay.”

Damon’s comments also offer an interesting look with what happened to David Goyer, as Goyer, who wrote Man of Steel, also wrote a script for Batman Vs. Superman. I’ve actually heard rumors Goyer’s Batman Vs. Superman script was actually more of a combination of a Man of Steel sequel and a standalone Batman story. If true, it sounds as if Terrio came on board with Affleck and did an overhaul and rewrite. Zack Snyder also helped Terrio out on the new script.

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Synopsis:

Batman Vs. Superman Comic-Co Trailer:

Movie News

Watch: Josh Brolin Talks Thanos & Batman

Josh Brolin talks once again about Thanos in the above video with MTV as the actor will be portraying the Mad Titan for the upcoming Marvel movies.

As Brolin stated before when he mentioned we’ll see Thanos soon, Brolin says more of the same in that it really wasn’t a big decision about portraying Thanos. Marvel sent Brolin a book with all the Thanos comics, which sold Brolin on playing Thanos right away.

Josh Brolin was also a contender to play Batman at one time for Batman Vs. Superman. Brolin is asked if he has any mixed emotions about not playing the character, with Brolin replying he’ll always wonder what his version of Batman would have been like, but at the same time says he is looking forward to what Ben Affleck does with Batman.

Check out more in the video above.

Josh Brolin has Everest coming out September 25th and Sicario coming out in October.

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Comic Book News

Two Store Variants For The Dark Knight III Revealed

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In addition to the store logo variant cover, DC Comics has revealed two retail store exclusive variant covers for Frank Miller’s upcoming The Dark Knight III: The Master Race graphic novel by Jae Lee and Sean Murphy.

Participating retailers have the opportunity for an artist to design and illustrate a cover exclusively for their store, and the list of retailers and artists is growing by the day.

Frank Miller has inspired artists and storytellers in the industry for generations. Paying tribute to 1986’s Batman: The Dark Knight Returns #1, Jae Lee designed Custom Retailer Variant cover art for Dynamic Forces , and Sean Murphy designed Custom Retailer Variant cover art for Rebel Base Comics & Toys in Charlotte, NC.

“The Dark Knight III” hits November 25th.

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TV Trailers

Watch: Batman Vs. Superman “Bat Blood” Parody

Watch a new animated Batman Vs. Superman animated parody with “Bat Blood” put out by the How It Should Have Ended YouTube Channel.

Sounds like Taylor Swift would be proud.

Synopsis:

Batman Vs. Superman Comic-Con Trailer:

Comic Book News

Awesome Joker Halloween Lawn Ornament From Batman: Death Of The Family

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Halloween is right around the corner, and what better way is there to scare the little trick ‘r treaters in your neighborhood than with the Batman: Death of The Family Joker lawn ornament?!

Check out pics below.

It’s actually not a bad price at $89.99 at Think Geek.

Details:

GUESS WHO’S BACK… IN YOUR YARD

So there was no Joker for quite a while, and then there was a LOT of Joker. He was all over the place when the “A Death in the Family” story arc began.

Just like this yard decoration. There is (presumably) no Joker in your garden currently. But if you get this there could suddenly be a LOT of Joker. From shoulders up, this DC The Joker Ground Breaker “rises” out of your flower garden to terrify your trick or treaters. It’d be awesome to put him out with a motion sensitive spotlight, so he suddenly appears when they walk by. Imagine the faces they’ll make! (Click and drag your mouse across the white space below for the spoiler joke.)

No really. Imagine the faces they’ll make. On a platter.

Product Specifications

DC The Joker Ground Breaker
Officially-licensed Batman merchandise
The Joker from “Death of the Family” claws his way out of your garden
Some assembly required – the arms slot into the torso and you can insert a knife in his fist
Materials: Some sort of coated foam (it’s intended to be used outside, so it must be at least a little weather-resistant)
Dimensions: 36″ wide x 24″ deep x 10″ tall
Weight: 5 1/2 lbs.
Ages 17+

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