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Step into the shadowy world of Batman, Gotham City’s greatest protector. From his iconic battles with the Joker, Bane, and the Riddler to his role as a founding member of the Justice League, explore articles that delve deep into the lore of the Dark Knight. Discover the latest news, movie reviews, comic book stories, and character insights. Whether you’re a fan of his detective skills, gadgets, or unwavering sense of justice, this is your ultimate destination for all things Batman.

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Watch: Patton Oswalt Rips The DC Movies A New One (Video)

It should probably be noted before you watch the above that Patton Oswalt plays a Marvel character(s) in Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. 

Of course that doesn’t man he’s biased, as Patton Oswalt answers fan questions ranging from his thoughts on Spider-Man entering the Marvel Cinematic Universe, to the new Star Wars, to a Matrix/Terminator/Robocop movie, to ripping apart the gritty and serious tone of the new DC movies, to favorite comic book movie, and the superhero he would like to play.

The DC rant hits at about the 4 minute mark.

“God damn it guys,” Oswalt offered. “Stop with the brooding! The only one who gets to brood is Batman! It only works if he’s the one brooding guy! They can’t all be brooding! God damn it.”

Related: Robert Kirkman, creator of The Walking Dead, also isn’t a fan of DC’s approach.

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Movie News

Watch: Batman: Arkham Knight Spot

Check out a new spot for Batman: Arkham Knight above.

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively June 2, 2015 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

DC Teaming With Fans For World Record Costume Event

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WB Consumer Products and DC are teaming up with fans to set the world record for most people dressed as DC Comics super heroes in a 24 hour period.

Cities around the globe are participating in the DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event including Birmingham, Cardiff, Kaohsiung, Lille, London, Los Angeles, Lyon, Madrid, Manila, Mexico City, Paris, Queensland, Rome, Sao Paulo and Warrington.

The DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event – to take place on April 18, 2015 – will kick off in Queensland, Australia with a celebration at Movie World Australia theme park, and come to a commemorative close in Los Angeles, CA, USA at Hollywood & Highland.

“Warner Bros. Consumer Products is thrilled to team up with partners around the world to set the world record for the most people dressed as DC Comics Super Heroes,” said Brad Globe, President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “We invite fans of all ages to come out for this exciting family event and don their capes, cowls and masks to represent their favorite DC Comics Super Hero.”

At each event, fans dressed as DC Comics Super Heroes will gather to celebrate with interactive games and activities inspired by the famed world of DC Comics before formally attempting to set the world record. The DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event cities unveiled today, include:

· Birmingham, UK

· Cardiff, UK

· Kaohsiung, Taiwan

· Lille, France

· London, UK

· Los Angeles, CA, USA

· Lyon, France

· Madrid, Spain

· Manila, Philippines

· Mexico City, Mexico

· Paris, France

· Queensland, Australia

· Rome, Italy

· Sao Paulo, Brazil

· Warrington, UK

To participate in setting this heroic world record, DC Comics fans must dress from head-to-toe as an instantly recognized Super Hero that has been featured in a DC Comics published book, television program or film. The DC Comics Super Hero universe includes Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Batgirl, Supergirl, Aquaman, Cyborg, Robin, Green Arrow, and many more. Both homemade costumes as well as official costumes from licensees and official event retail partners will be considered as long as they are a full representation of the Super Hero and are as close to the original DC Comics’ Super Hero’s costume as possible.

The world record will be set once fans gather in the assigned area at each local event and stay there for a full five minutes to be counted towards the record. WBCP will be working closely with retail and licensing partners in each market to offer exclusive merchandise, promotional support and more, to bring fans this exciting global event in each participating city.

Leading up to the one-day event, WBCP and DCE, together with local sponsors and organizers, will present DC Comics’ most ardent fans with the opportunity to demonstrate their fandom by entering into various photo contests and sweepstakes, including the “Best Super Hero Post” photo contest and the “Best Super Hero Photo Bomb” contest. DC Comics enthusiasts will also be able to compare and preview their costumes with a “Costume Preview Polling” contest presented by event organizers on social media. Follow #DCWorldRecord on Facebook and Twitter for more information on the contests.

For more information about the DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event, visit https://www.facebook.com/DCComicsWorldRecord

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Batman vs Robin Clip

Watch the first clip for the upcoming Batman Vs. Robin animated movie, which will be available April 14th.

DC All Access also talks about the new Batman: Arkham Underworld mobile game, Mortal Kombat X and more.

Synopsis:

The shadows of Gotham City are no place for a child but Damian Wayne is no ordinary child. Now bearing the mantle of Robin, he blazes a headstrong and sometimes reckless trail alongside his father, Batman. While investigating a crime scene, Robin encounters a mysterious figure, Talon, who leads him on a life-altering course through the depths of Gotham’s secret society, known as The Court of Owls. It’s a dangerous journey that will force Batman and Robin to face their most dangerous adversary, each other! Based on the #1 best-selling graphic novel, Batman: The Court of Owls, this action-packed caper is one that fans won’t want to miss! 

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Comic Book News

Major Changes In Batman #41

Batman is set to go through a major change following DC’s Convergence event which runs April through May.

The solicit and cover to Batman #41 has been released revealing a much different Batman.

Series writer Scott Snyder is well aware of the controversy the new Batman will be bringing.

“I’m not going to spoil it specifically, but I can tell you unequivocally, it is the boldest, weirdest, biggest thing we’ve ever tried on the book,” Snyder tod CBR. “I’m not being hyperbolic: You’ll see it, and you’ll be like, “I can’t believe they’re doing that.”

Snyder doesn’t offer much more, but does state he and series artist Greg Capullo will be on Batman through at least issue #52.

Update: Snyder added the following on Twitter.

Update #2: The Batgirl #41 solicit and cover mentions the new Batman (see below).

Here is the solicit and cover for Batman #41:

BATMAN #41
Written by SCOTT SNYDER Art by GREG CAPULLO and DANNY MIKI
Cover by GREG CAPULLO
THE JOKER Variant cover by SEAN MURPHY
On sale JUNE 10 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • RATED T
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for more information.
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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BATGIRL #41
Written by CAMERON STEWART and BRENDEN FLETCHER
Art by BABS TARR
Cover by CAMERON STEWART
THE JOKER Variant cover by RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE
On sale JUNE 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for more information.
There’s a new Batman in town…and that spells bad news for Barbara Gordon! She’s already got enough upheaval in her life, with her roommate Frankie in on her biggest secret…and now she’s looking to get even more involved in Batgirl’s business!

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TV News

No Batman or Harley Quinn For Arrow

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Exectutive producer and showrunner of Arrow, Marc Guggenheim, recently attended the Long Beach Comics Expo in Long Beach, CA. 

Guggenheim was part of a panel where he discussed Arrow and working with DC.

Before we dive into Arrow, Guggenheim commented on the 2011 Green Lantern movie noting that he didn’t have control over the film (which explains a lot).

“With ‘Green Lantern,’ we [he and Co-Showrunner Greg Berlanti] really learned the lesson of control. We didn’t have it on ‘Green Lantern.’ It got taken out of our hands at a certain point, and stuff happened. The difference between features and TV is that on TV, as a writer, you’re writing for your life. Every eight business days, there’s a new script due, and as a showrunner, it all goes through your pen. Sometimes what’s getting shot is literally your first draft. At the same time, it’s getting shot.” 

Now on to Arrow, as the series has a darker tone many have compared it to Batman; however, it’s learned the Caped Crusader won’t be appearing any time soon.

We have a great relationship with DC. We sort of navigate with DC which characters in the toy box we have access to. Obviously, ‘Gotham’ has Batman covered… At the same time, DC [recognizes [Green] Arrow doesn’t have a fantastic rogues gallery — we’ve got Count Vertigo, and we’ve used him twice. They know that we need access to other characters, but it’s a give and take. The bottom line is, Batman won’t appear on “Arrow” before he appears on “Gotham,” and “they’ve got about twenty more years to go.”

Guggenheim also answered a fan question about seeing more from Harley Quinn, who was more of an Easter Egg in a Suicide Squad episode of Arrow.

Between “Gotham” and Margot Robbie playing her in the upcoming Suicide Squad film, he stated that the closest they could come is the “wink and a nod” from last season. 

A superhero team spinoff is in the works, which is presently untitled, but Guggenheim offers it isn’t called “The Brave and the Bold.”

It’s also learned that DC has plans for Ted Kord, the second blue beetle, as Arrow wanted to use the character prior to Brandon Routh’s Atom.

Aked if there’s a list of things that can and can’t be used (besides Batman), Guggenheim explained that twice a year they sit down with DC, and each has a list of characters they’d like to use or be used. Katana was a character DC suggested they use. Ray Palmer was originally supposed to be Ted Kord, but DC said, “No, we have plans for that character. How about Ray Palmer?”

Via CBR

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Movie News

30 Photos From Batman & Robin (1997)

Check out thirty promo photos that surfaced from the 1997 Batman & Robin movie.

Pics include George Clooney, Chris O’Donnell, Alicia Silverstone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Elle Macpherson, Uma Thurman and more.

Batman & Robin grossed around $238 million worldwide, which was considerably less than the $411 million Michael Keaton’s first Batman movie brought in back in 1989; it’s on par with Batman Returns ($266 million), and also less than Batman Forever ($336.5 million).

Eventually, Chris Nolan would come onboard and launch The Dark Knight Trilogy with Batman Begins in 2005 ($374.million), which would lead to the billion dollar blockblusters The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises.

Updated: with Batman Forever images featuring Val Kilmer, Nicole Kidman, Jim Carrey and more.

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TV News

Jada Pinkett Smith Not Returning For Gotham Season 2

Jada Pinkett Smith recently appeared on LIVE with Kelly and Michael where she discussed Gotham and her character Fish Mooney.

Kelly Ripa asks Smith if she will be returning for Season 2 in the above video, with Smith replying no.

“I don’t think so,” Smith shook her head. “No. I signed for a year and, you know, the year is up, but there are some great things coming ahead on Gotham. Believe you me. There’s a lot of good stuff coming.”

The character of Fish Mooney was created for Gotham and is new to the DC lore.

Gotham airs Mondays on FOX.

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TV News

DC Animated Shows & Cartoon Network Series Being Yanked From Netflix

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You have about 25 days left to watch the DC Animated shows on Netflix as well as the Cartoon Network series. 

According to the Netflix queue, the shows will be available until March 30th.

This includes the DC shows: Justice League Unlimited, Justice League (2001), Young Justice, Batman Beyond, Green Lantern: The Animated Series and Batman: The Brave and The Bold.

And the Cartoon Network shows: Regular Show, Adventure Time, Ben 10, The Grimm Adventures Of Billy and Mandy, Generator Rex, MAD, Dexter’s Laboratory, Johnny Bravo, Samurai Jack, Foster’s Home For Imaginary Friends, Ed, Ed N Eddy, Codename Kids Next Door, and Cow and Chicken.

It’s unknown if the contract simply expires on that date and just needs to be renewed, or if WB is pulling the plug.

It’s possible WB could be coming up with their own digital streaming service, such as they did with HBO Go, which launches this Spring for $15 a month.

Maybe the WB/CN shows will now be found on HBO Go?

Cosmic Book News questioned WB about it and is currently waiting a response back. We’ll update with more when it’s available.

In the meantime, you may want to get watching your favorite shows listed above.

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TV Trailers

Watch: Grayson: Earth One Jason Todd Fan Web Series

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The second episode of the Grayson: Earth One fan web series is now up which features the second Robin, Jason Todd, and a never-before-seen villain, the clown princess of crime, who is hell bent on picking up where the Joker left off. 

The series comes from the P3Series YouTube channel and Writer/director Hisonni Johnson, with the first episode netting close to 500,000 views.

Here is the description for the second episode, and you can watch both below.

This jaw-dropping second chapter resumes moments after the events of episode 1. It’s follows a 17 year old car thief named Jason Todd, whom in another life, become the second Robin. Instead, Jason is left to navigate America’s most dangerous city in search for purpose, safety and a family to call his own. Unfortunately… He finds one.

Grayson: Earth One Ep 1.5:

Grayson: Earth One Series Premiere:

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Movie News

LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham Suicide Squad DLC Trailer

Check out the LEGO Batman trailer above for the Suicide Squad DLC, which becomes available March 3rd.

In The Squad Pack, players will smash their way through the Belle Reve Penitentiary as Deadshot, Deathstroke, Harley Quinn, Captain Boomerang and other members of The Squad in an attempt to track down an infiltrator before all of Amanda Waller’s—and The Squad’s—secrets are uncovered. Play in story mode and in free play to unlock more characters, vehicles and minikits.

In LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham, the Caped Crusader joins forces with the super heroes of the DC Comics universe and blasts off to outer space to stop the evil Brainiac from destroying Earth. Using the power of the Lantern Rings, Brainiac shrinks worlds to add to his twisted collection of miniature cities from across the universe. Now the greatest Super Heroes and the most cunning Super Villains must unite and journey to different Lantern Worlds to collect the Lantern Rings and stop Brainiac before it’s too late.

LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham, the ultimate super hero game for the entire family is now available on Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, PS Vita, Wii U, 3DS and PC.

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TV News

First Look At New Look Of Fish Mooney In Gotham

Check out a first look at the new look of Fish Mooney in this coming Monday’s episode of Gotham.

Last week’s episode saw Fish stab her own eye in an attempt to get control.

Now we see the end result as Dr. Dulmacher (Colm Feore) fixes the eye in the new episode.

People.com also has it from Jada Pinkett Smith that the doctor’s running the prison decided against taking her other eye as anyone who “behaves in such a manner” could be “put to some use.”  

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX.

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Episode preview:

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Comic Book News

Why Does Scott Snyder Hate Alfred?!

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He’s Mad I Tell You!

 

“A Penny For Your Thoughts”

By Chris “DOC” Bushley

Caution: Spoilers Dead Ahead!

 

We have all seen Scott Snyder’s DC All Access “Endgame” interview regarding the Joker and plans for what happens next in the Batman mythos. But there is one thing the soft spoken scribe failed to tell you — he is TWISTED! Don’t let his facade fool you, Mr. Snyder is riddled with horrific, inhumane thoughts that churn and bubble to the surface. Don’t believe me? Check out his Image comic Wytches! He’s twisted, man, TWISTED!

Not only is Mr. Snyder a possible Arkham escapee, he seems to have a penchant for letting his disturbing ideas torment a single character incessantly. No, not Batman, Alfred Pennyworth! Yes, Alfred! The beloved butler that helped a young Bruce Wayne evolve into the crime fighting machine he is today. Now, we all know that in order to hurt a hero the most, you must hurt their inner circle, their loved ones, it just makes for better storytelling. But the things Mr. Snyder has bestowed upon poor Alfred are, say it with me… TWISTED!

Let’s go down memory lane so we can see how far Scott Snyder has pushed Alfred to the brink.

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Snyder’s path of depravity began way back in the “Death Of The Family” story arc where poor Alfred was attacked by the Joker. Not only was he beaten with a ball-peen hammer, he was then tortured while the whole thing was being tape-recorded in order to send Batman a message. Was that enough for Mr. Snyder? NO! He then “Jokerized”  Alfred and made him fight the family he dearly loves!

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Then came Batman Eternal where Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV decided to destroy Gotham and Batman in the process. Bruce Wayne loses everything; bank accounts, weapons depots, even Wayne Manor itself! But he loses something even more dear to him, yep, Alfred! In issue #21, Alfred is attacked inside the Manor by Hush and is violently injected with Fear Toxin directly in the temple. This drives Alfred completely insane, and eventually, he is admitted into Arkham Asylum. If this isn’t bad enough, while still fighting the effects of the toxin, Arkham collapses, sending the inmates into deep chasms beneath the structure. Insane, beaten and buried, Alfred, eventually crawls out of the rubble and teams with Killer Croc in order to escape from certain death.

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After all of that, you would think Mr. Snyder would give ol‘ Alfred a break. Possibly a nice vacation, some quality time with, Julia, his daughter, but no! This week, Mr Snyder showed us what truly lies inside his maniacal mind. In Batman #39, the Joker makes his way inside the Batcave and descends upon the still recovering Alfred. Although he gets a shot off at the Joker, he is still weak and is brutally attacked. The Joker cleaves Alfred’s right hand clean off!

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Is there anything more that Scott Snyder could possibly due to Alfred Pennyworth besides ultimately killing him off? We all know that Mr. Snyder’s inner thoughts are just teeming with more sadistic things to unleash upon poor Alfred before destroying him completely, but will he keep Alfred alive through the finale of the “Endgame” storyline? That is the question on everyone’s lips, but I personally think the ol’chap will make it. Everyone, including me, thought Alfred was going to die in “Death Of The Family,” and Snyder kept him alive to do even more brutal things to him. 

This time I think Alfred should get a little payback. I think during DC’s upcoming “Convergence” storyline that ALL of the Alfreds on ALL of the alternate planets should form the ultimate revenge team — the Blitzkrieg Butlers! That’s right, an all butler squad that can finally get revenge for everything Mr. Snyder has put poor Alfred through!

What do you say Alfred, would you join a barrage of badass butlers to take revenge on the Joker, Hush and anyone else who has ever done you wrong?

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Comic Book News

Watch: Scott Snyder Talks Batman Endgame

Check out the latest episode of DC All Access where Scott Snyder talks about “Batman Endgame.”

“Endgame really changes everything. You’ll see it reflected in every Bat book.” If you’re a Batman fan, you need to read Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s “Endgame,” the current storyline that continues in today’s Batman #39. And if you’re reading “Endgame,” you’re going to want to watch this DC All Access clip featuring Snyder, in which he discusses what’s up ahead, the inspiration behind the story, and which villains he may be tackling next.

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Movie News

Batman: Arkham Knight “Gotham Is Mine” Trailer

Following Batman: Arkham Knight getting a mature rating comes the new “Gotham Is Mine” trailer.

Watch it above.

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively June 2, 2015 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

Watch New Arrow Clip With Ra’s Al Ghul

Check out a new clip from the next episode of Arrow, “Nanda Parbat,” featuring Nyssa and Ra’s Al Ghul.

DC All Access goes over this week’s shows, which also includes Atom on Arrow and the Red Hood on Gotham.

Tiffany Smith and Rotten Tomatoes Editor-in-Chief Matt Atchity are back to preview this week’s exciting #DCTV…and debut an exclusive new Arrow clip featuring Ra’s al Ghul! Tonight’s Gotham will have you seeing red, but that’s only because the Red Hood Gang is making its first appearance. And speaking of seeing red, Nyssa al Ghul is sure angry over on Arrow! Also, don’t miss tomorrow’s new episode of DC All Access featuring the cast of iZombie!

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX; Arrow airs Wedesdays at 8pm ET on the CW.

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Movie News

Watch Will Arnett As Batman At Oscars

Will Arnett, voice of Batman in The Lego Movie and the upcoming LEGO Batman Movie, made a special appearance dressed as the Dark Knight for a skit during the Oscars.

The Dark Knight Rises‘ Marion Cotillard introduced the song “Everything Is Awesome,” which featured Will Arnett dressed as Batman singing and playing the guitar.

It appears Arnett was actually wearing Val Kilmer’s Batman costume with a bit of LEGO customization.

Watch the clip above.

The LEGO Batman Movie has a February 10, 2017 release date.

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TV Trailers

Watch: 3 Gotham “Red Hood” Clips

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Following this past Monday’s Joker episode, the Red Hood is set to make an appearance on Gotham.

FOX released three new clips from the episode, which you can watch below.

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET.

Episode synopsis:

Following several bank robberies, Gordon and Bullock investigate the Red Hood gang. Selina Kyle continues to bond with Barbara, and Fish Mooney tries to reclaim her position in the underworld in the all-new “Red Hood” episode of GOTHAM.

Another Freak in a Mask:

He Hates You With a Passion:

A Princess Underneath:

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Comic Book News

Watch: Top 7 Sinister Joker Moments

With the Joker appearing on this past week’s episode of Gotham, how about going over the top seven “sinister” Joker moments from the DC Comics?

Above you can watch as the latest episode of DC All Access provides a look a the Joker.

Viewer warning: some images may be considered distrubing, so proceed at your own risk!

When it comes to the Joker, there’s no joking around. This character’s been prowling the streets of Gotham for 75 years and shows no sign of getting serious. Let’s explore some of the moments from Joker’s past that quite literally killed!

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TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham “Red Hood” Extended Trailer

Check out the extended trailer above for the next episode of Gotham, “Red Hood.”

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX.

Episode synopsis:

Following several bank robberies, Gordon and Bullock investigate the Red Hood gang. Selina Kyle continues to bond with Barbara, and Fish Mooney tries to reclaim her position in the underworld in the all-new “Red Hood” episode of GOTHAM.

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Movie News

LEGO Batman 3 Bizarro World Trailer & Infinite Crisis Harley Quinn Gameplay

DC All Access has released the DLC trailer for LEGO Batman 3: Bizarro World and also gameplay footage from Infinite Crisis featuring Harley Quinn.

You no want to watch this week’s new DC All Access. Am not full of exciting new DC Comics info and first looks. There no trailer for new Bizarro LEGO Batman 3 DLC or new Infinite Crisis Harley Quinn skins. There am certainly no chances to win a cool DC Collectibles Joker statue!

Oof, looks like we’ve been hanging out with LEGO Bizarro way too much lately, as this week’s all new Access contains all of those great things, plus cool info on Justice League #39, DC Collectibles at Toy Fair, and the upcoming Mad Max: Fury Road comics coming from Vertigo! Trust us, you’re not going to want to miss it. 

In LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham, the Caped Crusader joins forces with the super heroes of the DC Comics universe and blasts off to outer space to stop the evil Brainiac from destroying Earth. Using the power of the Lantern Rings, Brainiac shrinks worlds to add to his twisted collection of miniature cities from across the universe. Now the greatest Super Heroes and the most cunning Super Villains must unite and journey to different Lantern Worlds to collect the Lantern Rings and stop Brainiac before it’s too late.

LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham, the ultimate super hero game for the entire family is now available on Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, PS Vita, Wii U, 3DS and PC.

Play Infinite Crisis for free at infinitecrisis.com.

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TV News

Watch: The Joker Revealed On Gotham

Last night on Gotham saw what may eventually be The Joker.

Above you can watch the clip from the episode where The Joker is revealed, with an obvious spoiler warning.

So is Jerome, fabulously played by Cameron Monaghan, the actual Joker?

Well, it turns out Gotham might be trolling us a little bit as executive producer Bruno Heller hints Jerome might more or less actually be the Joker’s father (at least, IMO).

From EOnline:

I can tell you this is a long game plan and a long story that we are telling here. What I can promise you is this is not a bait-and-switch. This is not someone who is just a character who is going to disappear. This is not a red herring. It’s the beginning of the story of how the Joker came to be, how the Joker was created, where he came from, who he is. Now, that doesn’t necessarily mean that Cameron Monaghan is the Joker. He might be. But like I say, this is a story that begins about seven or eight years before the actual Joker arrives on the scene in his fully-fledged persona. As we’re telling with all of these characters, the origin story of that villain begins Monday.

I want to reiterate for those fans who might think that we are playing games, this is not a game. This is not a trick. It’s the beginning of the Joker saga.

As we see, it’s stated this is the beginning of Joker and not necessarily the Joker.

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TV Trailers

Gotham 1×17 “Red Hood” Preview

Check out the preview above for the next episode of Gotham, “Red Hood.”

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX.

Episode synopsis:

Following several bank robberies, Gordon and Bullock investigate the Red Hood gang. Selina Kyle continues to bond with Barbara, and Fish Mooney tries to reclaim her position in the underworld in the all-new “Red Hood” episode of GOTHAM.

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TV Trailers

Watch: New Gotham Clip

The latest episode of DC All Acess starts off with a plug for the WB-owned Rotten Tomatoes website before talking about Gotham, The Flash and Arrow.

A clip was also shown for tonight’s Gotham, which can be watched above.

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX.

Hope you’re DVRs are set because we’re back with another huge week of #DCTV. Jason Inman and Rotten Tomatoes Editor-in-Chief Matt Atchity preview this week’s all new episodes of Gotham, The Flash and Arrow. Does the Joker make his Gotham debut? Well, maybe… Will Ollie be reunited with Deathstroke? Perhaps… Will the Flash travel through time? You’re just going to have to watch!

Gotham Episode synopsis:

Gordon takes Dr. Leslie Thompkins (guest star Morena Baccarin) to the circus, but the day turns quickly when the circus comes under attack. Then, Falcone enlists Butch Gilzean to help Penguin with the night club, while Fish Mooney is otherwise occupied. Also, Bruce Wayne schedules a meeting with the Wayne Enterprises board in the all-new “The Blind Fortune Teller” episode of GOTHAM airing Monday, Feb. 16 (8:00-9:00 ET/PT) on FOX.

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TV Trailers

Watch: Gotham “The Blind Fortune Teller” Preview

Watch a preview for the next episode of Gotham, “The Blind Fortune Teller.”

Gotham airs Fridays at 8pm ET on FOX.

Episode synopsis:

LIFE IN GOTHAM BECOMES A THREE-RING CIRCUS ON AN ALL-NEW “GOTHAM” MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, ON FOX

Gordon takes Dr. Leslie Thompkins (guest star Morena Baccarin) to the circus, but the day turns quickly when the circus comes under attack. Then, Falcone enlists Butch Gilzean to help Penguin with the night club, while Fish Mooney is otherwise occupied. Also, Bruce Wayne schedules a meeting with the Wayne Enterprises board in the all-new “The Blind Fortune Teller” episode of GOTHAM airing Monday, Feb. 16 (8:00-9:00 ET/PT) on FOX. (GTH-116) (TV-14 D, L, V)

Cast: Ben McKenzie as Detective James Gordon, Donal Logue as Harvey Bullock, Jada Pinkett Smith as Fish Mooney, Sean Pertwee as Alfred, Robin Lord Taylor as Oswald Cobblepot/The Penguin, Erin Richards as Barbara Kean, David Mazouz as Bruce Wayne, Camren Bicondova as Selina Kyle/the future Catwoman, Zabryna Guevara as Captain Sarah Essen, Cory Michael Smith as Edward Nygma/the future Riddler, Victoria Cartagena as Renee Montoya, Andrew Stewart Jones as Crispus Allen, John Doman as Carmine Falcone

Guest Cast: Drew Powell as Butch Gilzean, Morena Baccarin as Dr. Leslie Thompkins, Carol Kane as Gertrude Kapelput, Anthony Carrigan as Victor Zsasz, Dashiell Eaves as Kelly, James Monroe Inglehart as Ringmaster, Robert Gorrie as John Grayson, Abbi Snee as Mary Lloyd, Cameron Monaghan as Jerome

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Movie News

Watch: Top 10 Batman: Arkham Cutscenes

DC All Acess provides a rundown of the top ten cutscenes from the Batman: Arkham video games.

Check it out above.

We’re counting down the cutscenes! As we await the release of Batman: Arkham Knight (or at least the release of the latest trailer), we look back the series’ previous three installments and count down our Top 10 cinematics. From Alfred’s ability to inspire to the Scarecrow’s ability to give us panic attacks, these are the best of the best. Did your favorite make the list?

Batman: Arkham Knight is in stores June 2, 2015.

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Movie News

Watch: The Evolution of Batman In Movies

Check out a cool compliation of Batman footage that delves into the history of the Dark Knight from the 1940s to 2014.

Created by a user on Vimeo, “The Evolution of Batman In Cinemas”  uses footage from the following:

Batman (1943 serial)
Batman and Robin (1949 serial)
Batman: The Movie (1966)
Batman (1989)
Batman Returns (1992)
Batman: Mask of the Phantasm (1993)
Batman Forever (1995)
Batman & Robin (1997)
Batman Begins (2005)
The Dark Knight (2008)
The Dark Knight Rises (2012)
The Lego Movie (2014)

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Comic Book News

Jeff King Confirms Bruce & Thomas Wayne To Meet In Convergence (Video)

DC Comics’ big event, Convergence, kicks off in April.

In total, there will be 89 issues, with veteran writer Jeff King handling the main series.

The latest episode of DC All Access features an interview with King where the writer offers some teases about what’s to come.

Among the tidbits is mention that Bruce Wayne will meet his alternate universe father, Thomas Wayne.

Thomas Wayne is featured as the Batman in Earth 2 (and was the Batman in the Flashpoint event that led to the New 52).

Convergence is an enormous story with a very small focus,” King offered. “There are heroes from World’s End and Future’s End who make the journey from the end of that series into the beginning of Convergence. From there it explodes out into a much bigger story. Brainiac has been collecting dead worlds and timelines from across the entire history of the DCU. He’s been experimenting and tinkering with them pitting heroes from timelines against each other in order to catalog their weaknesses.”

King continues with mention of why fans should hop onboard.

“I feel like it’s going to be a celebration of what you love. I feel like it’s going to shock you because there are a couple of turns of events that you will not expect will come out of it,” King said. “When was the last time you thought that Captain Carrot might be fighting Harley Quinn? When was the last time you saw every Flash from DC Continuity, from Wally to Barry to Jay to the kids? We are going to have generations of Batmen. We are going to see Bruce Wayne and Thomas Wayne meet each other for the first time.”

Jeff King finishes with another tease in that the number of issues for Convergence plays a factor.

“There are 89 issues for a reason because 89 is a prime number. It’s only divisible by one in itself and there is a reason because Convergence is that significant,” King explained. “I will say the Multiversity Guide Book is something they should maybe pay attention to because it’s going to have some direct implications for the future of the DC Universe post-Convergence.

Convergence is going to be a game-changer.”

Convergence hits in April with #0; you can also check out a clip above for the WB animated movie LEGO Justice League vs. Bizarro Justice League.

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