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Movie News

WB Announces Comic-Con Licensing Merchandise

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Below you can check out WB’s announcement for their Comic-Con licensing merchandise which includes Batman Vs. Superman, Gotham, Arrow, The Flash, and lots more.

 

Info:

 

WARNER BROS. CONSUMER PRODUCTS LICENSEES TAKE ON

COMIC-CON INTERNATIONAL: SAN DIEGO

 

All-New Products and Giveaways Featuring

DC Comics Characters and More Warner Bros. Favorites to Delight Show-Goers

 

Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) is heading to Comic-Con International: SanDiego (SDCC) 2015 in support of its licensing partners as they feature exclusive products and giveaways throughout the four-day event.  From Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice to DC Super Hero Girls to Scooby-Doo and more, fun offerings can be found for fans of all ages. 

“Year after year, fans flock to San Diego to attend Comic-Con International to see their favorite brands celebrated in a larger-than-life forum,” said Karen McTier, Executive Vice President of Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “We are happy to once again offer those fans the chance to take home a piece, or pieces, of the fun with our many licensing partners’ exclusive product offerings.”

While at the show, fans who attend the interactive DC COMICS MEETS LEGO ART Panel on Thursday, July 9, will witness the convergence of the world’s greatest Super Heroes with one of the world’s greatest toys as LEGO® brick artist Nathan Sawaya unveils the first-look at select signature sculptures to be showcased in the global touring exhibition, The Art of the Brick: DC Comics. Acclaimed comic book artist and Co-Publisher of DC Entertainment, Jim Lee, will draw LIVE the concept for a brand new Batmobile to be built entirely out of LEGO bricks and later unveiled during the tour exhibition. EP Daily TV host, Victor Lucas, will serve as moderator, with production team members, Brandon Griffith and Tommy Williamson, joining the discussion. Additionally, attendees will be treated to exclusive giveaways during the panel.

DC Super Hero Girls, the all-new Super Hero franchise targeted to girls ages 6-12, will also have a presence at the show as DCE and Warner Bros., as well as WBCP partners Mattel and Random House, offer fans giveaways throughout the four-day event. 

Additionally, fans won’t want to miss all the exclusives and exciting activations offered by WBCP’s partners. Some of these exclusives include, but are not limited to:

· Bif Bang Pow! – Booth 2343 (Entertainment Earth) – Mike Tyson Mysteries Mike Tyson Astronaut 8-Inch Action Figure with Pigeon; The Big Bang Theory™ Sheldon and Stuart 3 3/4 Inch Action Figures 

· Cryptozoic – Booth 820 (Awesome Conventions Exclusives) – Batman Fluxx Exclusive

· Diamond Select Toys – Booth 2607 – Gotham “Roughed Up” The Penguin Figure; Gotham Minimates Fateful Meeting Jim Gordon and Bruce Wayne 2-pack; Batman: The Animated Series “Almost Got ’im” B&W Batman Resin Bust; Batman: The Animated Series “Almost Got ‘im” B&W Catwoman Resin Bust; Batman The Animated Series Femme Fatales “Almost Got ‘im” Harley Quinn B&W PVC Statue

· Factory Entertainment – Booth 2647 – Batman Classic TV Series Dynamic Duo Color Monolith

· Fisher-Price – Booth 3029 – Thomas & Friends™ DC Super Friends Minis

· Funko – Booth 5341 – Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Pop Fun Hero 2 Pack; POP TV Arrow Unmasked; Pop TV The Flash Unmasked; Reaction Figure: The Flash Unmasked; Reaction Figure: Arrow Unmasked; Dorbz XL: Batman 6″ Variant

· Hallmark – Booth 2913X – Chrome Batman Classic TV Series Batmobile Ornament

· Icon Heroes – Booth 3345 (Action Figure Xpress) – Arrow and The Flash TV Super Hero Fight Club Mug Pen Holder; DC Comics Bombshells Harley Quinn Die Cut Mouse Pad; The Flash TV Deluxe Letter Opener

· Junk Food Clothing – Booth 1915 (DC Comics) and San Diego – Exclusive Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Logo T-Shirt

· Kotobukiya – Booth 2601 – Alfred Pennyworth SDCC Limited Edition ARTFX+ Statue

· The LEGO Group – Booth 2829 – Action Comics #1 Superman Inspired Set; LEGO DC Comics Comic Book with Poster; Arrow Arsenal Mini Figure

· Mattel – Booth 3029 – Hot Wheels® Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Batmobile™; Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Lights and Sounds Figure 2-Pack

· Mezco – Booth 3445 – One:12 Collective Limited Edition Summer Exclusive The Dark Knight Returns Deluxe Boxed Set; Poison Ivy Mini Mez-Itz Clip On

· Moebius Models – Booth 2946 – Krypto the Superdog Commemorative Edition Model

· Monogram – Booth 3645 – Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice Logo Keychain    

· NECA – Booth 3145 – Friday the 13th Clothed 8″ Action Figures – 35th Anniversary Pamela Voorhees with Young Jason; DC Comics HeroClix: Brainiac Skull Ship; DC Comics HeroClix: Felix Faust with Custom d20

· Quantum Mechanix – Booth 4149 – DC Comics Batman Luggage Tag

· Trend Setters – Booth 4730 – Batman: Arkham Knight (Harley in Red) Morphing Mug; Batman: Arkham Knight (Harley Quinn) MightyPrint Wall Art; Exclusive Arrow Oliver Queen MightyPrint Wall Art

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Movie News

Higher-Res Batman Vs. Superman Comic-Con Images

Below you can check out higher-res images from the EW Comic-Con issue featuring Batman Vs. Superman‘s Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot, Jesse Eisenberg and Zack Snyder.

“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 and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. 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.

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Comic Book News Marvel

Top Ten Comic Books For June 2015

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Diamond has released their sales charts for the month of June where Marvel comes out on top with Secret Wars, Spider-Man and Star Wars.

DC then follows up with Justice League and Batman, with Marvel taking the next three spots followed by DC, and then Marvel again with Groot at #10.

The bigger story here is Marvel dominating the market share with a whopping 40.86% dollar share and 43.16% unit share to DC’s 25.06% and 28.03%, respectively.

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TV News

FOX TV 2015 Comic-Con Panel Schedule & Details

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Check out Fox TV plans for this week’s Comic-Con below which includes Scream Queens, Minority Report, Lucifer, Gotham, X-Files, The Simpsons and more.

Comic-Con runs July 8-12.

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FOX BURSTS INTO SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON

WITH WORLD PREMIERE SCREENINGS AND PANEL DEBUTS OF

“SCREAM QUEENS,” “MINORITY REPORT” AND “LUCIFER”

 

SCREAM FOR YOUR LIFE ON THE

“SCREAM QUEENS” ULTIMATE SCREAM DROP RIDE IN

THE PETCO INTERACTIVE ZONE

 

KKT SORORITY SISTERS AND FRAT BROS

PASS OUT KILLER “ICE SCREAM” THROUGHOUT THE WEEKEND

 

“GOTHAM’S” VILLAINOUS PENGUIN RELEASES HIS LOOKALIKES ON SDCC!

 

“THE LAST MAN ON EARTH” MAKES ITS COMIC-CON DEBUT

WITH SERIES STAR WILL FORTE

 

NEW ANIMATED SERIES “BORDERTOWN” JOINS A RAUCOUS

SETH MacFARLANE MEGA-PANEL

 

BOB’S BURGERS, FAMILY GUY,

GOTHAM and THE SIMPSONS Also Return to SDCC

 

FOX FANFARE Booth #4229 Features Appearances by

FOX Talent and Producers, plus Giveaways of 2015 Poster Tubes,

Collectible Mini-Posters and More

 

“SCREAM QUEENS” – ULTIMATE “SCREAM” DROP AMUSEMENT RIDE

Where:             Petco Interactive Zone

When:              Thursday, July 9 – Sunday, July 12

Hours:             10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Daily

 

FOX gives fans the thrill of a lifetime with the SCREAM QUEENS Ultimate Scream Drop ride at Comic-Con!  Screams will be heard all over San Diego as fans drop 120 feet on this customized ride at the Petco Interactive Zone. Special cameras will capture fans’ screaming faces so they can share and post on social media. The Kappa Kappa Tau sorority sisters and their Dickie Dollar fraternity boyfriends will be at the ride, passing out SCREAM QUEENS-branded premium items. PLUS! Check out the exclusive SCREAM QUEENS “Devil Mirror” with fun shareable photos. Follow @ScreamQueens to find out when the SCREAM QUEENS cast will make appearances at the experience. Use #ScreamQueensDrop to join the conversation.

 

ICE CREAM FOR “SCREAM QUEENS”

Where:            Downtown San Diego

When:              Thursday, July 9 – Sunday, July 12

Hours:             Thursday – 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM

                        Friday – Noon – 8:00 PM

                        Saturday – Noon – 11:00 PM

                        Sunday – Noon – 4:00 PM

 

You scream, I scream, we all scream for SCREAM QUEENS. Cool off at San Diego Comic-Con this year at the bloody good ICE CREAM FOR SCREAM QUEENS carts. The Girls (and Boys) of Kappa House are dying for new pledges and will be stationed outside of the San Diego Convention Center Area passing out some free, devilishly good ice cream to all those who give them their best screams. Follow @ScreamQueens to track where the carts are located throughout the weekend. Use #IceCreamForScreamQueens to join the conversation.

 

“GOTHAM” – PENGUINS ON THE LOOSE

Where:           Downtown San Diego

When:             Friday, July 10 & Saturday, July 11

Hours:             9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Daily

 

Oswald Cobblepot aka “The Penguin” has lookalikes everywhere, including San Diego Comic-Con. Keep an eye out for a mass Penguin breakout as Oswald Cobblepot look-a-likes waddle their way through the streets of downtown San Diego on Friday and Saturday, passing out free pairs of Oswald’s signature sunglasses. Follow @Gotham to track where the Penguins are stationed throughout the weekend and you might even meet The Penguin himself (aka GOTHAM star Robin Lord Taylor). Use #Gotham to join the conversation.

 

“GOTHAM” VILLAINOUS 3-D PHOTO

Where:            Petco Interactive Zone

When:              Thursday, July 9 – Sunday, July 12

Hours:             10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Daily

 

GOTHAM fans go gothic with the opportunity to pose in a special 3-D photo with their favorite series villains (The Penguin, The Riddler, Selina Kyle and Mr. Freeze, among others) at the Petco Interactive Zone. In addition to sharing their most villainous pose with friends and family – special GOTHAM-branded premiums will be giveaways through the day – and you never know which of your favorite actors from the series may stop by in person! Follow @Gothamto find out when GOTHAM cast will be making appearances at the experience. Use #Gotham to join the conversation.

 

“X” MARKS THE SPOT

THE X-FILES “X” will be placed in different locations around San Diego at Comic–Con. If you spot one, take a photo and tweet it out using #TheXFilesSDCC. Clues as to where to find the “X” will be tweeted out daily from @TheXFilesFOX Twitter handle on Friday and Saturday.

 

BOOTH  #4229

The FOX FANFARE Booth (#4229) will feature an incredible lineup of talent on the convention center floor for star-studded autograph signings and exciting booth activities, including distribution of the exclusive 2015 FOX FANFARE poster tubes, collectible mini-posters, premium giveaways and merchandise sales.

 

EXCLUSIVE LIMITED-EDITION COMIC-CON ITEMS

Drop by the FOX FANFARE booth (#4229) daily to pick up the 2015 FOX FANFARE Poster Tube, as well as Exclusive and Collectible Mini-Posters from BOB’S BURGERS, BORDERTOWN, FAMILY GUY, GOTHAM, THE LAST MAN ON EARTH, LUCIFER, MINORITY REPORT, SCREAM QUEENS and THE SIMPSONS, among other FOX FANFARE properties.

 

Limited-edition giveaways will also be distributed from the booth (while supplies last):

  • FOX FANFARE Poster Tubes
  • GOTHAM Vintage Lunch boxes
  • THE LAST MAN ON EARTH Jenga Set
  • MINORITY REPORT Portable Phone Chargers
  • SCREAM QUEENS Knife Headband
  • Collect all THREE of this year’s FOX ANIMATION Sunglasses, featuring:
  • “Bart” from THE SIMPSONS
  • “Stewie” from FAMILY GUY
  • “Tina” from BOB’S BURGERS

 

PANELS, SCREENINGS & AUTOGRAPH SIGNING SCHEDULE (by day)

 

FRIDAY, JULY 10

Panels:

 

LUCIFER 11:30 AM-12:30 PM – Room 6BCF (Presented by Warner Bros. Television)

Catch a special screening of the upcoming FOX drama series LUCIFER, based on the characters from DC Entertainment’s best-selling Vertigo imprint graphic novels, followed by a Q&A panel with stars Tom Ellis, Lauren German, Lesley-Ann Brandt and DB Woodside, along with executive producers Len Wiseman, Joe Henderson, Jonathan Littman and Ildy Modrovich.

 

MINORITY REPORT 1:45-2:45 PM – Ballroom 20

Be one of the first to take a look at the new fall sci-fi action thriller! Based on the hit futuristic Steven Spielberg feature, MINORITY REPORT follows the unlikely partnership between a man haunted by the future and a cop haunted by her past, as they race to stop the worst crimes of the year 2065 before they happen. Join Stark Sands (“Inside Llewyn Davis”), Meagan Good, (“Think Like A Man” franchise, “Californication”), Wilmer Valderrama (“From Dusk Til’ Dawn”), Laura Regan (“Murder in the First”) and executive producers Kevin Falls, Max Borenstein and Darryl Frank for a special screening followed by a Q&A.

 

BOB’S BURGERS 4:00-5:00 PM – Indigo Ballroom (Hilton Bayfront)

The always-entertaining cast and creators behind BOB’S BURGERS bring their Emmy Award-winning animated series back to San Diego for another unforgettable panel you don’t want to miss! Creator and executive producer Loren Bouchard, executive producer Jim Dauterive and the hilarious cast, including H. Jon Benjamin, Dan Mintz, Eugene Mirman, John Roberts, Kristen Schaal and Larry Murphy, will entertain with never-before-seen footage followed by a Q&A panel discussion.

 

FRIDAY Autograph Signings at Booth #4229 (times to be announced at SDCC):

BOB’S BURGERS Cast & Producers

LUCIFER Cast & Producers

MINORITY REPORT Cast & Producers

 

SATURDAY, JULY 11

Panels:

 

THE LAST MAN ON EARTH 10:00-11:00 AM – Indigo Ballroom (Hilton Bayfront)

What would you do if you were the last person on earth? Join us for a Q&A panel discussion with star and creator Will Forte (“Nebraska,” “Saturday Night Live”), Kristen Schaal (“Bob’s Burgers,” “Flight of the Conchords”), January Jones (“Mad Men”) and director/executive producer Chris Miller (“The Lego Movie,” “21 Jump Street”), as they discuss the surprising twists and turns of the first season of the FOX hit comedy, as well as tease the upcoming second season.

 

THE SIMPSONS Noon-12:45 PM – Ballroom 20

Going into its record-demolishing 27th season on FOX! Join us for a sneak peek at “Treehouse of Horror XXVI” and much, much more with creator Matt Groening; executive producers Al Jean and Matt Selman; supervising director Mike Anderson; longtime director David Silverman; and the voice of Bart Simpson, Nelson Muntz and Ralph Wiggum, Nancy Cartwright; as well as very special guest Guillermo Del Toro. Ay carumba, indeed.

 

SETH MacFARLANE ANIMATION BLOCK 1:00-2:45 PM – Ballroom 20

A COMIC-CON FIRST! Seth MacFarlane will participate in a panel featuring sneak peeks at the upcoming seasons of FAMILY GUY and “American Dad!,” plus an exclusive look at BORDERTOWN, his newest animated project for FOX. MacFarlane will be joined by the casts and executive producers from each show, including FAMILY GUY’s Seth Green, Alex Borstein and Mike Henry, along with executive producers Steve Callaghan and Rich Appel; and BORDERTOWN’s Alex Borstein, Missi Pyle and Nicholas Gonzalez, along with executive producer Mark Hentemann.

 

GOTHAM 8:00-11:00 PM – Hall H (Presented by Warner Bros. Television)

As part of Warner Bros. Television & DC Entertainment Present: Super Hero Saturday Night, join stars Ben McKenzie, Donal Logue, Robin Lord Taylor, Morena Baccarin, Sean Pertwee, Erin Richards, Cory Michael Smith, Camren Bicondova, David Mazouz along with executive producers Bruno Heller, Danny Cannon and John Stephens for a special video presentation and Q&A.

 

“SCREAM QUEENS”: WORLD PREMIERE SCREENING 9:15-10:15 PM – Room 6DE

Be the first in the world to see the upcoming comedy-horror anthology series SCREAM QUEENS! From Emmy- and Golden Globe Award-winning executive producers Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk and Ian Brennan, and starring Jamie Lee Curtis, Emma Roberts, Lea Michele, Abigail Breslin, Nasim Pedrad, Oliver Hudson, Skyler Samuels, Keke Palmer, Billie Lourd, Diego Bonita, Glen Powell, Lucien Laviscount, Niecy Nash, Nick Jonas and Ariana Grande, this killer new series centers around a string of college campus murders. Kappa House, the most sought-after sorority for pledges, is ruled with an iron fist (in a designer glove) by its Queen Bitch, Chanel Oberlin (Roberts). But just as  anti-Kappa Dean Munsch (Curtis) decrees that Kappa must accept all new pledges, and not only the school’s silver-spooned elite, all hell is about to break loose, as a devil-clad killer begins wreaking havoc.

 

SATURDAY Autograph Signings at Booth #4229 (times to be announced at SDCC):

BORDERTOWN Cast & Producers

FAMILY GUY Cast & Producers

GOTHAM Cast & Producers

THE LAST MAN ON EARTH Cast & Producers

THE SIMPSONS Cast & Producers

 

SUNDAY, JULY 12

Panels:

 

“SCREAM QUEENS” & “AMERICAN HORROR STORY” 12:30-1:30 PM – Hall H

Get ready to scream! It’s a Comic-Con horror fest when the casts of two of the fall’s most highly anticipated series come face-to-face (and hatchet-to-hatchet) for a can’t-miss panel. From FOX’s upcoming SCREAM QUEENS: the original “scream queen” herself Jamie Lee Curtis along with Emma Roberts, Lea Michele, Skyler Samuels, Abigail Breslin, Billie Lourd and Keke Palmer, as well as the cast of FX’s “American Horror Story: Freak Show” and the upcoming “American Horror Story: Hotel.” This lively gathering of headliners promises laughs, scares and secrets from the sets.

 

SUNDAY Autograph Signings at Booth #4229 (time to be announced at SDCC):

SCREAM QUEENS Cast          

 

FOX FANFARE 2015 AUTOGRAPH SCHEDULE – BOOTH #4229

Please note that tickets for all signings will be available every day at 8:00 AM, for that day’s signings only, at the designated FOX location in the Sails Pavilion. Tickets are distributed via a raffle system and are limited in number. Line-up information and autograph signing times are included on the tickets.

 

Friday, July 10

BOB’S BURGERS Cast & Producers

LUCIFER Cast & Producers

MINORITY REPORT Cast & Producers

 

Saturday, July 11

BORDERTOWN Cast & Producers

FAMILY GUY Cast & Producers

GOTHAM Cast & Producers

THE LAST MAN ON EARTH Cast & Producers

THE SIMPSONS Cast & Producers

 

Sunday, July 12

SCREAM QUEENS Cast

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Movie News

Batman Vs. Superman Batmobile Comic-Con LEGO Set Revealed

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More Batman Vs. Superman exclusive merchandise is revealed for Comic-Con as the WSJ shows off the LEGO Batmobile.

We previously got a look at the Batman Vs. Superman Funko set as well.

The LEGO DC Super Heroes Batmobile set features 306 pieces, two “stud shooters” and opening doors, a new Batman outfit deco, two additional unnamed characters and an additional vehicle retailing for $29.99. 

The Batman Vs. Superman LEGO set will only be displayed at Comic-Con, but consumers can purchase it starting January 1, 2016.

“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 and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. 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 Trailer:

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TV News

WB TV Comic-Con 2015 Totes: Supergirl, Flash, Arrow, Gotham & More

Plan your Con-attire accordingly! For the sixth year in a row, there will be multiple options (13 to be exact) to stash and store your Comic-Con International swag in one convenient, wearable accessory. Warner Bros. Entertainment and Comic-Con have teamed up to produce and distribute the official bag of Comic-Con, which will be distributed to

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Movie News

Watch: Ben Affleck Say “I’m Batman”

While we have yet to hear the “regular” Ben Affleck Batman voice (assuming there will be one) for Batman Vs. Superman, Ben Affleck has a little fun with his The Accountant co-star, Seth Lee, as the two actors take turns stating “I’m Batman.”

Check it out:

 

Because, he is batman #batman #benaffleck #theaccountant

A video posted by Seth Lee (@supersethlee01) on

“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 and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. 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 Trailer:

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Movie News

LEGO Batman: Beyond Gotham for iOS Launch Trailer

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, TT Games, DC Entertainment and The LEGO Group announced the release of LEGO Batman: Beyond Gotham for the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, available now on the App Store. Based on the hit game LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham, this action-packed adventure game brings the LEGO Batman experience to fans on the go.

“We’re excited that players can enjoy the latest LEGO Batman adventure on their mobile devices, and just in time for summer vacation,” said Tom Stone, Managing Director, TT Games. “iOS is the perfect platform for gamers to easily experience fun LEGO adventures in their fast-paced lives.”

In LEGO Batman: Beyond Gotham players take on the role of the Caped Crusader and other iconic DC Comics Super Heroes as they blast off to outer space to stop the evil Brainiac from destroying the Earth. Players can unlock and play as more than 100 characters with their own gadgets and abilities, including members of the Justice League and the Legion of Doom. Fans can also earn or purchase character bundles throughout the year from the Batman Beyond series, the Dark Knight franchise, Green Arrow, and Batman the Classic TV Series with plenty more on the way.

LEGO Batman: Beyond Gotham features an incredible voice cast, including Troy Baker as Batman, Travis Willingham as Superman, Christopher Cory Smith as The Joker and more.

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TV News

Gotham Season 2 Synopsis & Premiere Date Revealed: Joker, Riddler, Mr. Freeze

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Fox has announced the Gotham Season 2 premeire date for Monday, September 21st at 8pm ET.

The synopsis also reveals mention of the Batman villains, Riddler, Joker and Mr. Freeze.

Gotham Season 2 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 (David Mazouz) uncovers more secrets from his father’s past, in the Season Two debut on Monday, Sept. 21 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT).”

Gotham will also be a part of the WB TV panel at Comic-Con.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: 6 Batkid Begins Clips

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Check out six clips below from the Batkid Begins documentary.

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On one day, in one city, the world came together to grant one 5-year-old cancer patient his wish.  

The documentary “Batkid Begins” looks at the “why” of this flash phenomenon.  Why did the intense outpouring of spontaneous support for a child reverberate around the world and become one of the biggest good news stories ever?  The film explores what happens when an event goes viral, and reveals surprising truths about what happens when a nerve is touched in our digital society.  Will the Greater Bay Area Make-A-Wish Foundation fulfill its mission to help Miles reclaim his childhood after battling disease for more than half his short life? 

In the end, the film leaves audiences to decide: did Miles need the world for inspiration?  Or did the world need Miles?

Dana Nachman directed “Batkid Begins” and also produced the documentary with Liza Meak.  The film was written by Nachman & Kurt Kuenne.  Ian Reinhard & John Crane served as executive producers.  Behind the scenes, the directors of photography were Don Hardy and Naomi Ture; the editor was Kurt Kuenne; and the lead animator was Rob Simmons.  Dave Tweedie and Helen Jane Long composed the music.

“Batkid Begins” premiered at the 2015 Slamdance Film Festival and has since been applauded at film festivals across the country, winning Audience Awards for Best Documentary at the Cinequest, Omaha, Dallas, Ashland, and Rincón International Film Festivals.  It has also been an official selection at the Bentonville and Chicago Critics Film Festivals.

New Line Cinema presents a KTF Films Production, a Dana Nachman film, “Batkid Begins.”  The film will be distributed in limited release on June 26, 2015, by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.  This film has been rated PG for some mild thematic material. 

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Movie News

Batman: Arkham Knight Launch Trailer

Check out the launch trailer for Batman: Arkham Knight as the game goes on sale tomorrow.

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively June 23rd for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC.

In the explosive finale to the Arkham series, Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect. The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever. Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s uniquely designed version of the Batmobile, which is drivable for the first time in the franchise. The addition of this legendary vehicle, combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of the entirety of Gotham City.

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Movie News

Watch: Batman: Arkham Knight TV Spot #2

A new version of the Batman: Arkham Knight TV spot has been released, which can be watched above.

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively June 23rd for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC.

In the explosive finale to the Arkham series, Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect. The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever. Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s uniquely designed version of the Batmobile, which is drivable for the first time in the franchise. The addition of this legendary vehicle, combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of the entirety of Gotham City.

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Comic Book News

Batman Day Announced For September 26th

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DC Comics is bringing back Batman Day and has anounced the event for September 26th.

Fans everywhere are invited to partake in festivities with thousands of comic book shops, bookstores, schools, libraries and other retail partners participating in the bat-centric event. 

Those who visit select comic stores, libraries and bookstores on “Batman Day” will also have the opportunity for meet-and-greets with premier DC Entertainment talent including legendary artist and DCE Co-Publisher Jim Lee, Grant Morrison, Scott Snyder, David Finch, Brian Azzarello, Cameron Stewart, Pat Gleason, Dustin Nguyen, Tim Seeley, Tom King, Dan Jurgens, Jeff Parker, Matthew Manning, and Daniel Wallace with many more to be announced. 

In addition to DC Entertainment, “Batman Day” partners include Warner Bros. Consumer Products with licensees Capstone, Penguin Random House, Scholastic, and DK Publishing, as well as Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Warner Bros. Television, with additional partners to be announced. Partners will provide unique retail and digital promotional tie-ins across multiple media to celebrate the Caped Crusader.

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Batman: Arkham Knight E3 Trailer Reveals Joker

First seen in leaked images, now check out the Joker in the E3 trailer for Batman: Arkham Knight.

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively June 23rd for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC.

In the explosive finale to the Arkham series, Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect. The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever. Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s uniquely designed version of the Batmobile, which is drivable for the first time in the franchise. The addition of this legendary vehicle, combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of the entirety of Gotham City.

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Batman Mech Armor Specs

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DC Comics has released the specs behind the new Batman mech armor.

Batman #41 is now out, which also reveals a new Batsuit.

Made of a cutting edge new nano-carbon that provides superior protection as well as instant customization, Powers International’s new batsuit is a technological achievement that will change the face of super heroics forever. 

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Watch: Batman: Arkham Knight NBA Playoffs Spot

The Batman: Arkham Knight video game gets released in about two weeks.

Check out a cool spot that aired during the NBA Playoffs above.

The video features highlights from Rocksteady Studios’ much anticipated video game, set to the brand new track “Mercy” from Muse’s seventh studio album, Drones.  According to Matt Bellamy, the record “explores the journey of a human: from abandonment and loss of hope, to indoctrination by the system to be a human drone, to eventual defection from the oppressors.” Reminiscent of The Dark Knight’s own journey, it will inspire fans to be the vengeance, be the night and be the Batman.

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively June 23rd for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC.

In the explosive finale to the Arkham series, Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect. The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever. Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s uniquely designed version of the Batmobile, which is drivable for the first time in the franchise. The addition of this legendary vehicle, combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of the entirety of Gotham City.

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Watch: Celebrities Play Batman: Arkham Knight

Check out various celebrities playing Batman: Arkham Knight in the “first look” video above.

In this video for Batman: Arkham Knight, directed by Saturday Night Live’s Taran Killam and narrated by Jonathan Banks, celebrity gamers get a first look at the soon-to-be-released game. Neil Patrick Harris, Wiz Khalifa, Blake Anderson, Minka Kelly, Kumail Nanjiani, Breckin Meyer, Joe Manganiello, iJustine, Troy Baker and Kevin Conroy all get their chance to “Be the Batman” and take on the threats of Gotham City.  

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively June 23rd for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC.

In the explosive finale to the Arkham series, Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect. The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever. Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s uniquely designed version of the Batmobile, which is drivable for the first time in the franchise. The addition of this legendary vehicle, combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of the entirety of Gotham City.

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TV News

WB TV Announces Comic-Con Schedule: Supergirl, Arrow, Flash, Legends Of Tomorrow & More

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Warner Bros. has released their TV schedule for Comic-Con which includes their DC slate of shows, Supergirl, Lucifer, Teen Titans Go!, Arrow, The Flash, Gotham, Vixen and Legends Of Tomorrow, as well as Vampire Diaries, Supernatural and more.

Comic-Con runs July 8-12 in San Diego.

 

Wednesday, July 8

“Supergirl”: Comic-Con goers will officially get to see “Supergirl” before it premieres on CBS on Oct. 26 at 8:30PM. The series follows the earth life of Kara who was born on the doomed planet of Krypton, and escaped at the same time as the infant Kal-El aka Superman. She’s 24, living in National City and has a calling to defend the earth in between her day job as an assistant for Catco Worldwide Media.

“Blindspot”: Berlanti Productions’ one hour thriller “Blindspot” premieres on NBC this fall and it follows Sullivan Stapleton as hardened FBI agent Kurt Weller who is thrust into a complex conspiracy when a naked amnesiac Jane Doe (Jaimie Alexander) turns up in Times Square covered in a treasure map of tattoos.

“Containment” is a new series on the CW which follows Atlanta citizens fighting against a mysterious epidemic.

“Lucifer,” which will debut on Fox in 2016, centers around the Lord of Hell who is currently living an earthly life in Los Angeles as the owner of a piano bar. Lucifer attracts the attention of LAPD homicide detective Chloe Dancer during a pop star’s murder. He must also contend with God’s emissary, the angel Amenadiel who is trying to push him back to Hell.

WBTVG will also be airing a new episode of “Teen Titans Go!”

 

Friday, July 10

“The Big Bang Theory” writers will be gathering for their annual panel to celebrate the ninth season which airs Sept. 21, Mondays 8/7c on CBS. As is custom, there’s always a surprise guest from the show.

“Lucifer”: The “Lucifer” panel will offer a screening of the pilot episode followed by Q&A with series stars Tom Ellis, Lauren German, Lesley-Ann Brandt and DB Woodside and executive producers.

Adult Swim’s “Mike Tyson Mysteries” panel will feature the return of Mike Tyson to Comic-Con along with voice cast Rachel Ramras, and producer Hugh Davidson (“The Looney Tunes Show”) for a first look at the upcoming fall season and a Q&A discussion.

“The 100,” which airs midseason on the CW, will bring together the show’s stars and EP Jason Rothenberg. It’s their third time at the Con.

Animated series “Teen Titans Go!” panel will be comprised of producers Michael Jelenic and Aaron Horvath and the voice cast coupled wiht a brand new episode.

CW Network’s “The Originals” panel includes EPs Julie Plec and Michael Narducci along with series stars Joseph Morgan, Daniel Gillies, Phoebe Tonkin, Leah Pipes, Danielle Campbell and Charles Michael Davis with a special video presentation followed by a Q&A.

Rob Thomas and Diane Ruggiero-Wright’s CW series about a crime-fighting zombie gal, “iZombie,” returns to Comic-Con for its second time along with stars Rose McIver, Malcolm Goodwin, Rahul Kohli, Robert Buckley and David Anders.

 

Saturday, July 11

“Blindspot” panel will include a screening of the pilot followed by a chat with star Jaimie Alexander and EPs Greg Berlanti, Sarah Schechter and Martin Gero.

“Person of Interest,” which airs midseason on CBS, is always a Comic-Con standard. EPs Jonathan Nolan, Greg Plageman and Denise Thé will discuss the show with stars Jim Caviezel, Michael Emerson, Kevin Chapman and Amy Acker along with video presentation.

“Containment Containment‘s” debut presentation at the Con includes a screening of the pilot followed by Q&A with series stars David Gyasi, Christina Moses, Chris Wood, Claudia Black and Kristen Gutoskie, along with executive producers Julie Plec,Matt Corman and Chris Ord.

Warner Bros. Television & DC Entertainment Present: Super Hero Saturday Night. Pilot screening of “Supergirl” followed by cast and EP Q&A, a vid presentation of “DC’s Legends of Tomorrow” and “Vixen.” Also special video presentations and Q&As with stars and producers from “Arrow,” “The Flash” and “Gotham.” The Batman origin shows EP Bruno Heller will be in attendance.

 

Sunday, July 12

“The Vampires Diaries,” which airs on Thursdays on CW, will make its seventh appearance at Comic-Con with series stars Ian Somerhalder, Paul Wesley, Kat Graham, Candice Accola and Michael Malarkey will join EPs Julie Plec and Caroline Dries on stage for a video screening and Q&A session.

“Supernatural‘s panel includes stars Jared Padalecki, Jensen Ackles, Misha Collins and Mark A. Sheppard, along with EP Jeremy Carver. They will also show off an exclusive video presentation with series highlights, as well as the special features on the upcoming Supernatural: The Complete Tenth Season DVD and Blu-ray hitting store shelves on September 8.

“Childrens Hospital”: Adult Swim’s bawdy, absurdist series “Childrens Hospital” will be hitting Comic-Con for the sixth year with creator and star Rob Corddry and EP David Wain along with cast.

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Comic Book News

New Batsuit Revealed From Batman#41

Check out the actual new Batsuit from Batman #41.

Though leaks revealed a mechanized Batsuit, which causes a lot of chatter and controversy amongst the fans, Gordon actually has a Batsuit on while in the mech suit.

Today’s issue of Batman #41 revealed the following.

Here is the description of the comic: The all-new Batman makes his debut! Who is he, and what happens next? Find out here as a new era begins in Gotham City!  

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High-Res Batman Vs. Superman Licensing Expo Images


Batman Vs Superman Trailer
 

Check out a batch of high-res Batman Vs Superman images below from the Licensing Expo of the Batmobile, and the Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman costumes on display.

“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 and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. 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. 

 

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Batman Vs. Superman Costumes & Batmobile At Licensing Expo Images


Batman Vs. Superman Trailer
 

The new Batmobile as well as the Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman Batman Vs. Superman costumes are currently on display at the Las Vegas Licensing Expo.

Check out some images below.

“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 and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. 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.

 

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JAKKS Pacific Creating Batman Vs. Superman Line Of Merchandise

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JAKKS Pacific has announced a licensing agreement with WB Consumer Products for Batman Vs. Superman as well as announcing they have renewed licensing for the DC Comics brands, Batman, Superman, Justice League, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Flash and more.

Full info follows.

 

Press Release

Leading U.S. toymaker JAKKS Pacific, Inc. today announced a licensing agreement with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to manufacture, distribute and market a line of toys and products based on Warner Bros. Pictures’ and RatPac Dune Entertainment’s highly anticipated feature film, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, scheduled to hit theaters on March 25, 2016. The film, which pairs the two Super Heroes for the first time on the big screen, is directed by Zack Snyderand stars Ben Affleck as Batman and Henry Cavill as Superman.

The agreement, which covers the Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice film, also includes a domestic and international renewal for the full DC Comics franchise. The multi-category license includes large-scale action figures and vehicles, accessories, games, wagons and more. JAKKS plans to launch its Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice product line in Spring 2016 to coincide with the film’s worldwide theatrical release. New DC Comics product lines will also be available at retailers in Fall 2015.

“We could not be more excited to be part of the eagerly awaited Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice franchise and welcome the opportunity to bring to life two of the most epic Super Heroes of all time,” said John Blaney, Executive Vice President of Marketing, JAKKS Pacific. “We look forward to continuing our legacy of creating innovative and character-specific toys for the DC Comics line, especially in our highly detailed and collectible Big Figures line.”

“JAKKS consistently brings a larger than life statement to the toy aisle and we look forward to expanding our existing DC Comics offerings and building upon this partnership by bringing the epic Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice to life with an all-new Big Figures line,” says Karen McTier, executive vice president, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.

 

“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 and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

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Batman: Arkham Knight Red Hood DLC Trailer

Check out the trailer for the Batman: Arkham Knight Red Hood DLC which is availble exclusively through pre-ordering at Game Stop.

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available June 23rd exclusively for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC.

In the explosive finale to the Arkham series, Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect. The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever. Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s uniquely designed version of the Batmobile, which is drivable for the first time in the franchise. The addition of this legendary vehicle, combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of the entirety of Gotham City.

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Batman Vs. Superman Announced & More For 2015 Licensing Expo

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WB sent over the following information for the 2015 Licensing Expo that takes place June 9-11 in Las Vegas which includes mention of licensing merchandise for Batman Vs. Superman, the Harry Potter spinoff, Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them, DC Super Friends, Batman Unlimited and more.

 

Press Release

WARNER BROS. CONSUMER PRODUCTS SOARS INTO LICENSING EXPO 2015 WITH UNPRECEDENTED CONTENT SUPPORT FOR ENTERTAINMENT LICENSING PORTFOLIO AND GLOBAL INITIATIVES

 

Super Heroic Support for Feature Film Slate, Anchored by the Highly Anticipated Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice

 

From J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World Comes the Eagerly Awaited Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

 

WBCP Broad Licensing Programs Support DC Entertainment’s Extensive Content, Including Batman, DC Super Hero GirlsDC Super Friends, DC Comics TV Portfolio and More, for Boys, Girls, Preschoolers, Teens and Adults

 

WBCP’s Robust Portfolio Includes Film, Television, Animation, Games and Classics

 

Burbank, Calif. – June 5, 2015 – With a powerhouse portfolio of entertainment properties—anchored by a theatrical slate of tentpole films, a fan-driven TV portfolio, global initiatives with immersive worlds, all-new animated content developed for younger fans, and a diverse lineup of pop-classic favorites—Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) soars into Licensing Expo 2015 with an unrivaled lineup of content support and partners that will drive its licensing, merchandising and retail business in 2016 and beyond.

“WBCP arrives at Licensing Expo with an unmatched portfolio of content and product offerings, led by the most anticipated feature film events of 2016—DC Comics’ Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, the first time fans will see Batman and Superman together in a theatrical event; DC Comics’ Suicide Squad, the first-ever theatrical team up of some of the most iconic Super-Villains; and from J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” said Brad Globe, President of Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “Content is the cornerstone of our robust programs, and we have an unparalleled lineup of collaborations and partnerships, which is a testament to the trusted relationships we have built with all of our licensing and retail partners.”

Batman and Superman – First Time Ever Together in a Theatrical Event!

For the first time ever, fans will see Batman and Superman together in the theatrical event of the year in Warner Bros. Pictures’ Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, and WBCP stands tall at Licensing Expo with a powerhouse roster of global partners to support asBatman and Superman fly into theaters on March 25, 2016. WBCP promises to deliver on fan anticipation and licensing opportunities as this heroic theatrical event continues to build momentum through its licensing and merchandising programs around the world.  At the same time, the tentpole film will help drive the Batman and Superman franchises to new heights, offering licensees and retailers new opportunities to reach fans of all ages.

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice will be supported by an impressive list of licensees, including global toy partner, Mattel, with a wide range toy line, including action figures, role-play, playsets and collectible figures, highlighted by the fan-favorite Movie Masters line.  Also supporting Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice will be The LEGO Group, global construction partner; Rubie’s Costume Co. with a wide range of costume products based on the entire DC Comics portfolio, including Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice; and Thinkway Toys for role play items. Additionally, apparel and accessories collections from Junkfood and Bioworld, and footwear from Converse, with a graphically unique inspired line for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice; among many others will support the film. 

DC Comics’ Super-Villains Team Up for First Time in Theatrical Film:

As the power of Warner Bros. Pictures’ and DC Entertainment’s film portfolio shows its strength, WBCP will also offer a targeted licensing and merchandising program focusing on collectors and adult fans in support of Suicide Squad, the first film to feature many of DC Comics’ iconic Super-Villains as a team, including Deadshot, Harley Quinn, Killer Croc, Boomerang, Katana and The Joker, as the second theatrical release from the Studio’s DC Comics film slate rolls out.

From J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World:

The wizarding world continues to delight audiences with Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, J.K. Rowling’s screenwriting debut, which marks an expanded creative partnership between Warner Bros. Entertainment and J.K. Rowling, and which will be fully supported by WBCP to offer fans an exciting licensing and merchandising program. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, the first in a new film series from J.K. Rowling’s Wizarding World, is inspired by Hogwarts textbook Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, and the adventures of the book’s fictitious author, Newt Scamander.  

“We are incredibly excited to further explore and dig deeper into our already strong portfolio with an eye towards content creation, allowing us to offer initiatives for girls, boys and preschoolers on a global scale,” said Karen McTier, Executive Vice President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “With programs like DC Super Hero GirlsBatman UnlimitedDC Super Friends and more, WBCP is creating new content and building impactful activations with partners around the world.”

DC Super Hero Girls Empowers Girls to True Potential:

In a revolutionary partnership, WBCP, DC Entertainment (DCE), Warner Bros. Animation (WBA) and Mattel have joined forces to launch the DC Super Hero Girls franchise, an exciting new universe of Super Heroic storytelling that will help build character and confidence, and empower girls to discover their true potential.  Developed for girls aged 6-12, DC Super Hero Girls stars the female Super Heroes and Super-Villains of DC Comics during their formative years.

DC Super Hero Girls will take the girls space by storm when it launches this fall as it plays out across multiple entertainment content platforms and product categories to create an immersive world. Featuring a completely new artistic style and aesthetic, this unprecedented initiative will include digital content and TV specials, while made-for-videos, publishing, toys, apparel and other products will begin to roll out in 2016, providing opportunities for girls to interact with characters, learn about the storylines, and engage in customizable play.

The LEGO Group will also be key to building the DC Super Hero Girls franchise, leveraging their experience and success engaging girls in creative construction play to bolster this universe through an array of LEGO building sets designed to inspire girls’ imaginations.

The Random House Books for Young Readers imprint of Random House Children’s Books has been appointed the master publishing partner for the franchise and offers a portfolio of books that will bring the DC Super Hero Girls world to life. Global partner Rubie’s Costumes will also offer a wide range of costumes based on the various characters. Additionally, consumer products partners around the world will be engaged in creating a merchandise line dedicated to DC Super Hero Girls across all key categories.

All-New Adventures with Batman Unlimited and DC Super Friends:

As the DC Comics universe expands, WBCP, DCE and WBA offer boys and preschoolers all-new content inspired by two of the company’s most successful toy lines developed in partnership with Mattel and Fisher-Price: Batman Unlimited and DC Super Friends, respectively. Bringing dimension to the action figures and playsets available in toy aisles globally, each program will engage millions of young fans around the world like never before.

Batman Unlimited debuted content in May as a made-for-video animated movie entitled Batman Unlimited: Animal Instincts from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, with the sequel Batman Unlimited: Monstery Mayhem set to release in the second half of 2015. Adding to the new Batman Unlimitedcontent, Warner Bros. has started to roll out the 22 stand-alone, two-minute shorts featuring additional story elements along with companion apps designed for young fans to extend and customize their experience in a new interactive way. Rubie’s Costumes will support the new original content with a line of inspired-by dress-up and costumes, and toymaker Thinkway will introduce new Batman Unlimited-themed role-play accessories. Batman Unlimited will have products in other key categories, such as apparel and publishing, to be announced at a later time.

DC Super Friends content, inspired by the Fisher-Price Imaginext toy line, also introduces a series of shorts. Exciting new playset environments from the successful product line are featured in the shorts, such as The Joker Laff Factory as well as a new design of the fan-favorite Batcave, all featuring the interactive Imaginext Power Pad that enables kids to activate key features in the toy. Publishing partner Random House Children’s Books will also continue to extend storytelling by publishing new titles. Additional licensees in other key categories and will be announced in the coming months

DC TV Portfolio Takes New Heights:

Additionally, WBCP will highlight its rich primetime TV licensing portfolio based on DC Entertainment’s pantheon of characters across DC Comics and Vertigo.  From Warner Bros. Television (WBTV) and DCE, new DC Comics–based series Supergirl and DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, and returning hits ArrowThe Flash and Gotham, along with Vertigo-based new series Lucifer and returning series iZOMBIE, will continue to inspire an array of new products from licensing partners in every category as WBCP brings fans closer to their favorite WBTV hits.

Zoinks! Scooby-Doo is Building Excitement:

Everyone’s favorite canine, Scooby-Doo, is building more excitement at retail with licensing support from The LEGO Group, bringing Scooby-Doo, Shaggy and the Gang to life in LEGO form for the first time ever, in five all-new building sets and in never-before-seen animated content, featuring the zaniness of the classic characters in true LEGO form. Later this year, fans can look forward to a 22-minute LEGO special, featuring Scooby-Doo, and produced in partnership with WBA. In addition, WBA will also be producing made-for-video movie titles, which will be released by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment in the coming years.

Scooby-Doo and the Gang are rollin’ up in the Mystery Machine for the upcoming new animated comedy Be Cool Scooby-Doo! as WBCP will continue to offer licensing opportunities for the Scooby-Doo brand and groovy opportunities to new and returning partners, including global master toy licensee Character Group, Kellogg, General Mills, Rubie’s Costumes, Scholastic and Hallmark, among others.

Classic Animated Favorites Just Keep Getting Better:

Beloved classic animation properties such as Looney Tunes will continue to drive new trends with hot new partnerships, such as the return of the fan-favorite collaboration, Hare Jordan, to high-end fashion collections including haute couture apparel and accessories with globally renowned label Moschino, by designer Jeremy Scott; and Tom and Jerry with PUMA. Also as part of WBCP’s classic animation offerings comes Wabbit – A Looney Tunes Production and The Tom and Jerry Show, from WBA, with all being supported by top-tier licensees.

TV Properties Continue to Win Over Audiences:

Network television’s most-watched comedy among Adults 18–49 and #1 entertainment series among Total Viewers, WBTV’s The Big Bang Theory continues to draw support from licensing partners with new product leading into this year’s Licensing Expo, including fan-favorites Ripple Junction, Funko, Bioworld, USAopoly, Hallmark and Bif Bang Pow!, among many others. WBCP is also excited to work with The LEGO Group to indulge The Big Bang Theory fans’ inner genius and bring them the LEGO version of Leonard and Sheldon’s living room as seen in the hit series. Created by two LEGO fan designers and selected by LEGO Ideas members, this limited edition set features minifigures of all seven main characters from the show—Leonard, Sheldon, Penny, Howard, Raj, Amy and Bernadette—with assorted accessory elements and authentic detail.

WBCP will also continue to highlight its current and classic hit television properties such as Warner Bros. Television’s Supernatural and The Vampire Diaries, as well as Warner Horizon Television’s Pretty Little Liars and The Voice, in addition to perennial hits such asFriendsSeinfeld, and many more with continued cross-category support at retail as part of its television licensing entertainment portfolio. Adding to the diverse licensing show lineup, WBCP will also introduce the summer event game show 500 Questions and the new 2015-2016 season series, including Rush HourBlindspotContainment and Heads Up!

WBCP Offers Immersive Experiences For Young Fans:

WBCP and DCE have teamed up to launch all-new online entertainment destinations for kids, ScoobyDoo.com, LooneyTunes.com and DCKids.com, engaging young fans with their favorite Warner Bros. characters and DC Comics Super Heroes in immersive experiences, featuring original content. In addition, these websites feature components such as videos, downloadable activities, games, quizzes and contests, offering kids the opportunity to stay connected to these dynamic and immersive worlds 24/7.  An international market roll-out in Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Portugal, Russia, Spain and the UK is planned for the coming months. 

Video Games Bring Worlds to Life:

WBCP is excited to offer enthusiasts many of their favorite collectibles, apparel and more, in niche licensing programs that allow them to show-off their fandom and support for some of the most popular video games in the industry. This year, WBCP offers licensing opportunities for the upcoming LEGO Dimensions game as WBCP, on behalf of Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (WBIE), partners with The LEGO Group for a game-inspired product line to bring fans of all ages many of their favorite characters and worlds, including DC Comics Super Heroes, The Lord of the Rings Trilogy and The Hobbit Trilogy, The Wizard of Oz and Scooby-Doo, among many others. Additional video game offerings include the much-anticipated Batman: Arkham Knight game, from WBIE and Rocksteady Studios, releasing on June 23; and Mortal Kombat X, from WBIE and NetherRealm Studios, already a hit among fans.

Worldwide Reach of Global Themed Entertainment:

Warner Bros.’ global themed entertainment offerings continue to expand worldwide bringing the Warner Bros. experience to theme parks, international cultural venues, live stages and more. In July of 2014, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter expanded globally, opening at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, and domestically with the opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley, the highly anticipated expansion at Universal Orlando Resort, creating the world’s first centrally themed, multi-park experience and expanding The Wizarding World of Harry Potter across both Universal Orlando theme parks. Additionally, the countdown has begun for the Spring 2016 opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Harry Potter: The Exhibition, currently in Paris and with more stops planned for 2015 and beyond, continues to bring the Harry Potter experience to fans with a state-of-the-art interactive, travelling exhibition featuring thousands of props, costumes and magical creatures from the Warner Bros. films based on J.K. Rowling’s beloved book series.

WBCP also currently manages a successful theme park portfolio with partners around the world, including Warner Bros.-inspired theme parks in Australia and Spain, Six Flags theme parks throughout North America, and Hopi Hari in Brazil, all immersing fans in the world of DC Comics Super Heroes, Looney Tunes characters and more.

Located at Booth #N139, WBCP is one of the largest exhibitors at this year’s show.

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TV News

Gotham Season 1 Blu-Ray & Special Features Announced

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Check out details below on the Gotham Season 1 Blu-Ray, which includes the special features.

You can order the Gotham Blu-Ray through Amazon at a discount.

 

NEW DRAMA BASED ON THE DC COMICS CHARACTERS

COMES TO BLU-RAY and DVD AS

WARNER BROS. HOME ENTERTAINMENT RELEASES

GOTHAM: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON

ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2015

 

Experience the Origin Stories of Gotham City’s Heroes and Villains Along with All-New Extra Features Before the Series Returns to FOX this Fall for Season 2

 

BURBANK, CA (June 4, 2015) – With an average of 9.6 million viewers per week, Gothamhas captured and held the attention of audiences since the premiere episode which delivered FOX’s highest-rated fall drama debut in 14 years with Adults 18–49. Before the series returns to FOX for a second season this fall, fans can now enjoy all 22 episodes – plus nearly 2 hours of extras including new featurettes, unaired scenes and a gag reel – when Warner Bros. Home Entertainment releases Gotham: The Complete First Season on September 8, 2015. This season’s #2 broadcast drama among men 18-34 will be available on Blu-ray and DVD for $60.10/$59.98 SRP.

Before there was Batman, there was Gotham City. Everyone knows the name of Commissioner Gordon, but what of his rise from rookie detective to Police Commissioner? What did it take to navigate the layers of corruption in Gotham City, the spawning ground of the world’s most iconic villains? Gotham tells the story of the world’s most iconic DC Comics Super-Villains and vigilantes from the very beginning, revealing an entirely new chapter that has never been told. From executive producer Bruno Heller (The Mentalist, Rome), this crime drama follows GCPD Detective James Gordon’s rise through a dangerously corrupt city, while also chronicling the genesis of one of the most popular DC Comics Super Heroes of our time. Although the crime drama follows Gordon’s turbulent and singular career, it also focuses on his unlikely friendship with the young Bruce Wayne – with his mentorship a crucial element in developing the mythology of Gotham City.

“We are thrilled to release Gotham: The Complete First Season on Blu-ray and DVD for fans to explore the unique origin story of Gotham and its characters” said Rosemary Markson, WBHEG Senior Vice President, Television Marketing. “With this release, fans will be able to get acquainted with the early chapters of their favorite Super Hero prior to the premiere of season two.”

Gotham: The Complete First Seasonfeatures a star-studded cast including Ben McKenzie (Southland, The O.C.) as Jim Gordon,Donal Logue (Vikings, Sons of Anarchy) as Detective Harvey Bullock, David Mazouz (Touch) as the young Bruce Wayne, Sean Pertwee (Elementary, Event Horizon)as Alfred Pennyworth, Robin Lord Taylor (The Walking Dead, Another Earth) as Oswald Cobblepot/Penguin and Jada Pinkett Smith (HawthoRNe, The Matrix Revolutions) as Fish Mooney, Also starring Zabryna Guevara, Erin Richards, Camren Bicondova, Cory Michael Smith, Victoria Cartagena, Andrew Stewart-Jones and John Doman, the drama series is produced by Warner Bros. Television. Based on the characters from DC Comics, Gotham is executive produced by Bruno Heller, Danny Cannon (Nikita, CSI series) and John Stephens (Gossip Girl).

SPECIAL FEATURES

Gotham Invented: Building Our Gotham

Gotham Invented: Paving the Way for the Caped Crusader

Gotham Invented: Fractured Villains of Gotham

 Designing the Fiction

The Game of Cobblepot

Gag Reel

Unaired Scenes

DC Comics Night at Comic-Con 2014 Presenting Gotham, The Flash, Constantine and Arrow

GOTHAM: The Legend Reborn

Character Profiles:

Detective Harvey Bullock

Detective James Gordon

Oswald Cobblepot

Bruce Wayne and Alfred Pennyworth

Fish Mooney

Dr. Leslie Thompkins

 Killer Character

 

22 ONE-HOUR EPISODES

 

  1. Pilot: Extended Version
  2. Selina Kyle
  3. The Balloonman
  4. Arkham
  5. Viper
  6. Spirit of the Goat
  7. Penguin’s Umbrella
  8. The Mask
  9. Harvey Dent
  10. Lovecraft
  11. Rogues’ Gallery
  12. What the Little Bird Told Him
  13. Welcome Back, Jim Gordon
  14. The Fearsome Dr. Crane
  15. The Scarecrow
  16. The Blind Fortune Teller
  17. Red Hood
  18. Everyone Has A Cobblepot
  19. Beasts of Prey
  20. Under the Knife
  21. The Anvil or the Hammer
  22. All Happy Families Are Alike

 

 BASICS

 

Street Date: September 8, 2015 

Presented in 16×9 Widescreen Format

Running Time: Feature: 967 min /Enhanced Content: Approx. 151 min. 

 

DVD Standard Features

Price: $59.98 SRP

6 DVD-9s 

Language: English (5.1) 

Subtitles: ESDH, Latin Spanish, French

 

Blu-ray Features

Price: $60.10 SRP

4-Disc Elite (4 BD-50s)

DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 – English, Spanish 2.0

Subtitles: ESDH, Latin Spanish, French

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem Trailer

Watch the trailer above for the latest WB animated movie Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem, which arrives on Blu-ray and DVD on August 18, 2015 and via Digital HD on August 4. 

Synopsis:

It’s Halloween night in Gotham City and Scarecrow, Clayface, Silver Banshee and Solomon Grundy have hit the streets to stir up trouble! Batman is on the trail of the city’s spookiest villains while, further complicating matters, the clown prince of crime himself, The Joker, is ruling over this mysterious crew of misfit criminals. It’s up to the Dark Knight to stop this gruesome gang before they unleash “digital laughter,” a computer virus that’s part of a diabolical plan to jeopardize all of Gotham City’s vital technology. Batman, Green Arrow, Cyborg, Nightwing and Red Robin must combine forces to battle these baddies and save the city.

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Movie News

Batman: Arkham Knight – Harley Quinn Trailer

Check out the Harley Quinn trailer above for Batman: Arkham Knight.

Play as Harley Quinn in an exclusive story mission when you Pre-Order Batman: Arkham Knight. The epic fiinale to the Batman Arkham series arrives 06.23.15. Prepare to #BetheBatman

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively June 23rd for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC.

In the explosive finale to the Arkham series, Batman faces the ultimate threat against the city he is sworn to protect. The Scarecrow returns to unite an impressive roster of super villains, including Penguin, Two-Face and Harley Quinn, to destroy The Dark Knight forever. Batman: Arkham Knight introduces Rocksteady’s uniquely designed version of the Batmobile, which is drivable for the first time in the franchise. The addition of this legendary vehicle, combined with the acclaimed gameplay of the Batman Arkham series, offers gamers the ultimate and complete Batman experience as they tear through the streets and soar across the skyline of the entirety of Gotham City.

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Comic Book News

Watch: DC You Promo

DC Comics has released a promo for the new DC You initiative.

DC previously announced the DC You campaign will: “shine a spotlight on the New DC Universe (DCU) line of comic books, and reinforces the company’s commitment to creating a diverse offering of titles – something for everyone.”

DC You kicks off Wednesday, June 3rd with “24 brand-new series as well as 25 on-going, best selling fan-favorite series, resulting in the most ambitious DC Comics lineup-to-date.”

The new DC Universe represents a bold new direction from DC Entertainment, featuring a more expansive and modern line of comic books that still honors our rich legacy of storytelling. Whether you’ve been a DC fan your whole life, or are just getting started with the world of comics, there’s a story just for you! And it all starts right here, right now, with DC You!

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Movie News

Wonder Woman Vs. Superman George Miller Justice League Miller Storyboards

With a planned documentary on the defunct 2009 George Miller Justice League movie in the works, concept art hit the net featuring Wonder Woman, Martian Manhunter and Aquaman.

Now an artist who worked on the movie has posted Wonder Woman vs Superman storyboards.

Artist Steve Skroce posted the following on his Facebook adding: 

I’m seeing a lot of art from the cancelled George Miller Justice League film so here’s a few boards that I did for the film. It was incredibly fun drawing the DC comics characters which I hadn’t had the opportunity to do until then. It’s Wonder Woman versus Superman ( they have their reasons, mind control!)

DJ Cotrona was going to play Superman, with Megan Gale as Wonder Woman.

Steve Skroce is known for his work on the Matrix movies as well as V For Vendetta.

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Double post day!I’m seeing a lot of art from the cancelled George Miller Justice League film so here’s a few boards…

Posted by Steve Skroce on Sunday, May 31, 2015

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