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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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TV Trailers

Gotham Trailer Teases The Joker

Check out the teaser above for the next episode of Gotham, which teases the Joker.

“Gotham’s next villain is no joke.”

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX.

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. (GTH-116) (TV-14 D, L, V).

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 Iglehart as Ringmaster; Robert Gorrie as John Grayson; Abbi Snee as Mary Lloyd; Cameron Monaghan as Jerome.

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Watch: Constantine Clip With Jim Corrigan & Gotham

Check out a pair of new clips for the next episodes of Constantine and Gotham.

The Constantine clips happens to feature Jim Corrigan aka The Spectre.

DC All Access talks with WB’s Rotten Tomatoes about their slate of comic book shows also including The Flash and Arrow.

It’s a big week in #DCTV, but DC All Access and Rotten Tomatoes have you covered. Tiffany Smith and Rotten Tomatoes Editor-in-Chief Matt Atchity dissect this week’s Firestorm-focused episode of the Flash before previewing Friday’s Constantine season finale. Also, Gotham gives us a glimpse Scarecrow’s origin and Arrow features not one, but two Black Canaries!

Constantine airs Fridays at 8pm ET on NBC, with Gotham on Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Batman Unlimited: Animal Instincts Trailer

 

A new WB animated movie hits in May 12th with Batman Unlimited: Animal Instincts.

Check it out above.

Info:

Batman Unlimited: Animal Instincts will be available on Blu-rayTM Combo Pack for $24.98 SRP and on DVD for $19.98 SRP.  The Blu-rayTM Combo Pack includes a digital version of the movie on Digital HD with UltraViolet.* Fans can also own Batman Unlimited: Animal Instincts in Digital HD on May 12 via purchase from digital retailers.

Another storm is brewing in Gotham and it’s not only raining cats and dogs but evil Cyber Animals! When the city is plagued by a slew of bizarre crimes committed by an animal-inspired villain squad known as the Animilitia – comprised of Silverback, Cheetah, Killer Croc and Man-Bat – Batman must swing into action to investigate. These animalistic villains bring new and exciting challenges for the hero of Gotham, and Batman must find a way to bring these criminal creatures to a halt! But could the Animilitia be working for powerful businessman Oswald Cobblepot a.k.a. The Penguin? How does The Penguin’s new invention of robotic Cyber Animals fit into the mix? In the end, it’ll the combined forces of Batman, Flash, Green Arrow, Nightwing and Red Robin to combat these Animal Instincts.

 

“We are thrilled to release Batman Unlimited: Animal Instincts, an action-packed DC Comics animated film that is created specifically for our younger fans,” said Mary Ellen Thomas, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Vice President, Family & Animation Marketing. “Batman is the world’s most beloved Super Hero and this DC Comics release will provide family-friendly action and adventure for nonstop entertainment.”

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TV News

Stephen Amell Talks Potential Arrow Crossovers With Supergirl & More

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Star of Arrow, Stephen Amell, recently attended the Dallas Comic-Con where he talked about potential crossovers with other shows.

A fan recorded the QnA, which you can watch below.

Here are some excerpts, which looks to include a potential spoiler as Amell seemingly confirms The Lazarus Pit.

On Supergirl:

It would be cool to crossover with Supergirl because it’s something with Greg Berlanti who is the helmer and sort of the brain trust, or the center of the brain trust of Arrow and The Flash, and I know so many of the people that are involved in the production of the show, so that would be really interesting.

Gotham:

Gotham would be a tough one, just beacuse I think they’re out in a different time, but the crossover with The Flash was so much fun and did so well that I can’t imagine a world – a universe (no pun intended) – where that didn’t happen and continue to happen all the time.

Constantine:

It would be interesting to cross over with Constantine, only because he knows a lot about the Lazarus Pit, which is something that we’ve introduced in the show this year.

Amell also talks fighting Ra’s al Ghul and its affect on Oliver and more in the video below.

Arrow airs Wednesdays at 8pm ET on the CW.

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TV Trailers

Watch: Two Clips For Gotham “Scarecrow”

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Fox released two clips for the next episode of Gotham, which is titled “Scarecrow.”

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET.

“Off you go, then” clip:

Alfred makes sure Bruce has everything he needs before his trip. 

“Who’s first” clip:

Fish Mooney learns of a potentially deadly initiation process. 

Based upon characters published by DC Entertainment and produced by Warner Bros. Television, GOTHAM is an origin story of the great DC Comics Super-Villains and vigilantes, revealing an entirely new chapter that has never been told. Starring Ben McKenzie (“Southland,” “The O.C.”), Donal Logue (“Sons of Anarchy,” “Terriers,” “Vikings,” “Copper”) and Jada Pinkett Smith (“The Matrix” films, “HawthoRNe”), GOTHAM follows one cop’s rise through a dangerously corrupt city teetering on the edge of evil and chronicles the birth of one of the most popular super heroes of our time. Executive producer Bruno Heller (“The Mentalist”) wrote the pilot, which was directed and executive-produced by Emmy Award nominee Danny Cannon (the “CSI” franchise, “Nikita”). John Stephens will serve as an executive producer on the series.

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Watch: Gotham “The Scarecrow” Preview

Check out a preview for the next episode of Gotham “The Scarecrow.”

Heroes will be born. Villains will rise. Worlds will collide. All-New MON at 8/7c on FOX.

Based upon characters published by DC Entertainment and produced by Warner Bros. Television, GOTHAM is an origin story of the great DC Comics Super-Villains and vigilantes, revealing an entirely new chapter that has never been told. Starring Ben McKenzie (“Southland,” “The O.C.”), Donal Logue (“Sons of Anarchy,” “Terriers,” “Vikings,” “Copper”) and Jada Pinkett Smith (“The Matrix” films, “HawthoRNe”), GOTHAM follows one cop’s rise through a dangerously corrupt city teetering on the edge of evil and chronicles the birth of one of the most popular super heroes of our time. Executive producer Bruno Heller (“The Mentalist”) wrote the pilot, which was directed and executive-produced by Emmy Award nominee Danny Cannon (the “CSI” franchise, “Nikita”). John Stephens will serve as an executive producer on the series.

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Watch: Lego Justice League Vs. Bizarro League “I’m Batman”

WB has released a new clip for LEGO: DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro League with “I’m Batman.”

In addition, the LA premier being held this weekend has tickets still available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Info:

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment invites Los Angeles fans to get an early look at its latest animated adventure – LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro League – with a free family-friendly event on Saturday afternoon, February 7, 2015 at The Paley Center for Media (465 North Beverly Drive in Beverly Hills).

Filmmakers and members of the voice cast will attend the event for red carpet media interviews, a 2:00pm screening, a post-screening panel discussion, special prizes for all kids in attendance, photo opportunities with LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes standees, and an autograph signing on collectible posters.

Confirmed to attend the event are Nolan North (voice of Superman/Bizarro), Troy Baker (Batman/Batzarro), Diedrich Bader (Green Lantern/Greenzarro), Kari Wahlgren (Wonder Woman/Bizarra) and Khary Payton (Cyborg/Cyzarro).

A limited number of free tickets are available to the general public, and families are encouraged to come enjoy the film and festivities. Fans wishing to receive free tickets to the Los Angeles event on February 7 must RSVP via email to [email protected].

The body of all fan RSVP emails MUST include the first & last name of the entrant, a valid email address, and how many tickets are being requested. Tickets to the event will be distributed on a “first come, first served” basis, and fans will be notified via email.

In LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro League, Batman has joined the newly formed Justice League in order to keep tabs on Superman, a mistrust that is complicated by Superman’s clumsy – but well-meaning – clone, Bizarro. Bizarro’s creation of the Bizarro League has caused confusion amongst the world’s greatest Super Heroes, but an even greater and mysterious threat may force the Justice League and Bizarro League to band together to defeat evil.

Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, DC Entertainment and The LEGO Group, LEGO DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League vs. Bizarro League will be distributed by Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on February 10, 2015.

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Movie News

Batman: Arkham Knight: Trailer & Screenshot Secrets

Watch everything you need to know for Batman: Arkham Knight with “trailer and screenshot secrets” above.

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC on June 2nd.

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

Milo Ventimiglia Joins Gotham

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Milo Ventimiglia, known for Heroes, has joined the cast of Gotham in a major, multiple-episode recurring arc.

Ventimiglia will play the villain Jason Lennon, aka The Ogre.

The character is described as (via EW.com):  a handsome, wealthy and seductive serial killer who has been preying on the young women of Gotham City for nearly a decade. Lennon has been “luring women into his web and confronting them with a series of ‘tests’ as he searches for his perfect mate. When the women fail to live up to his impossible standard, Lennon disposes of them quickly and viciously.” Lennon’s murderous spree, “combined with Gordon’s determination to bring him down, send both Gordon and Lennon — and those around them — on a course toward tragedy.”  

Milo Ventimiglia will appear first in episode 19.

Gotham airs Mondays on Fox.

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Joker Coming To Gotham By End Of Season

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Gotham, with all its Batman connections, is currently the highest rated comic book series on TV.

Now it’s learned the most infamous Batman villain of all will be making an appearance of some sort by the end of the season.

“We’ve said you’re going to be waiting a bit longer for it, but this is America — nobody wants to wait,” Gotham Executive Producer Bruo Heller tells TVGuide.com. “So, we will scratch the surface of that story, yes. But just scratch it — a little tap on the door.”

While we wait for the Joker, Gotham will focus on developing two Batman villains, Penguin and Riddler.

“Penguin [Robin Lord Taylor] was born a sociopath and was always going down this path one way or another,” Heller offers. “Nygma is someone who becomes the villain, and we see that journey begin in the second half of the season.”

Regarding Riddler, it’s hinted that Nygma may go bad as a result of a broken heart at the hands of Kristen Kringle, played by Chelsea Spack.

“What motivates people to do things is oftentimes love,” Spack says. “He is slowly starting to break through her defenses, but we take two steps forward and then one step back. It’s not smooth sailing for Edward Nygma. It’s complicated for her to have somebody’s feelings in her hand. It’s not as simple as rejecting somebody and having a clean conscience because she’s starting to realize how deeply he cares.”

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX.

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Comic Book News

Todd McFarlane Reveals Spawn / Batman Crossover That Never Happened

Todd McFarlane recently took to his Facebook page to reveal art for a Spawn/Batman crossover that never happened.

Greg Capullo was going to be on art chores and even did a promo piece.

Check out the details:

Just like BIGFOOT…here’s that mysterious comic book creature, the Spawn – Batman crossover that NO ONE has EVER SEEN!!!!!

Years ago there was a deal for DC Comics and myself to do a cool Batman/Spawn cross-over book (for those not hip to comic lingo, that’s a book in which both characters are in the same issue). I to to have written and inked it, while a talented penciller, Greg Capullo, was going to draw it. for a variety of reasons (mostly on my shoulders) the book never got off the ground, but a few pages and promo pieces were done for it. Below is one such piece drawn by Greg and inked by myself.

*** This story is different than an earlier version of Spawn/Batman that Frank Miller wrote and I drew. ***

And in a bit of fate: Years later, Mr. Capullo would take over the artistic drawing reins for the caped crusader and he would be the next hot shot artist on DC Comics’ BATMAN comic! Which is usually at the top of the best selling comics each month (ably written by Scott Snyder).

Anyway, I came across this cool cover the other day and thought that it was too good not to share.

Enjoy.

TODD

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Movie News

DC Launching Animated Movies Based On Toy Lines

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Warner Bros. has announced animated movies and shorts for their popular toy lines Batman Unlimited and the Imaginext DC Super Friends.

Variety reports Batman: Unlimited Instincts will debut May 12th as a direct-to-home-video animated movie that will feature Batman, The Flash, Red Robin, Nightwing and Green Arrow as they battle Penguin and introduces cyber animals as new foes. A sequel is also slated for a release in the second half of 2015.

22 two-minute Batman Unlimited shorts are also in the works, which will be available for free through a variety of digital platforms, including a Batman Unlimited App that will enable access to the content.

DC Super Friends shorts are also planned, which will be a series of 15 three-minute animated shorts, that will also have an accompanying Super Friends App.

“We are excited to continue to forge new ground with our long-time partners Mattel and Fisher-Price to build on the success of these popular toy lines by bringing the play pattern to life through this original content that we will be able to offer across multiple content platforms,” Brad Globe, president, Warner Bros. Consumer Products, said in a statement.

“We are thrilled to be working with our Warner Bros., Mattel and Fisher-Price colleagues to create new Batman and DC Super Friends kids’ content,” added DC Entertainment president Diane Nelson. “These new animated projects will offer all new Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman adventures that seamlessly jump from toybox to screen.”

New toys are also mentioned:

Batman Unlimited:  a new wave of action figures with accessories, a new Batmobile, and the all-new CybeRex robot dinosaur

DC Super Friends: new toys, including a Joker Laff Factory, new Batcave, and books; c

Rubie’s Costumes: dress up gear and costumes

Think way: new role-playing accessories in the works with designs based on the upcoming new movies and shorts;

Other licensed apparel and products will also be launched later this year.

“Our longstanding collaboration with WBCP has given Mattel the opportunity to engage fans of all ages with the very best in DC Comics Super Hero play,” said Doug Wadleigh, senior VP and general manager, Mattel Toy Box. “It is a true compliment that our evergreen DC Comics toy lines have inspired a whole new universe of storytelling that will dramatically expand kids’ imaginative play with their favorite super heroes.”

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Movie News

Amy Adams Has One Scene With Ben Affleck In Batman Vs. Superman

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Amy Adams recently discussed playing Lois Lane in Batman Vs. Superman where she revealed she has only one scene with new Batman Ben Affleck.

“I was only in one scene with him, I think I’m allowed to say that,” Adams said, reports The Telegraph. “So I didn’t get to see much, but what I saw was fantastic.”

Adams also says Ben Affleck as Batman and Bruce Wayne will be different than any of the previous incarnations.

“He is going to be his own unique thing. He’s got a wonderful quality and a great body of work,” she said.

Amy Adams continues with mention of working on the movie and with some of the cast.

“It should be a lot of fun. It was a lot of fun for me,” Adams offered. “We’re not allowed to speak about it, but I just want to tell everybody everything. I’ve spoken about working briefly with Gal [Gadot] as Wonder Woman and Ben as Batman and had a wholly positive experience. And teaming up with Zack [Snyder], Henry [Cavill] and Lawrence Fishburne again is so much fun. I like playing Lois, it’s a real privilege for me. I never really expected it.

“I can’t wait to see it. Just the part I’ve seen looks really exciting,” Adams said.

“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.

For more news on the “Man of Steel” and related movies head on over to the Cosmic Book News Superman movie hub.

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Movie News

Tara Strong Dresses As Harley Quinn

Check out images that Tara Strong posted of herself on Instagram dressed as Harley Quinn.

Of course, Tara Strong is known for voicing Harley Quinn in a plethora of animated DC movies and series.

Strong also provided the voice of Quinn in an episode of Arrow.

Margot Robbie is said to be Harley Quinn for the DC movie universe with Suicide Squad.

 

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Movie News

Watch: Batman Vs. Superman From Cancelled Justice League Video Game

Check out footage from a cancelled Justice League video game that pits Batman vs. Superman.

The game was in development for XBox 360 by Double Helix, but was obviously cancelled for some reason.

Eventually, WB did release a DC Universe fighter with Injustice: Gods Among Us from the creator of Mortal Kombat, NeatherRealm Studios.

The footage above looks to be early alpha footage, so bear that in mind, but the Justice League game actually looks pretty cool and could have been promising.

A sequel for Injustice: Gods Among Us is said to be in development.

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Julia Roberts To Star In Batkid Movie

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Batkid is coming to the big screen courtesy of Julia Roberts.

Oscar-winner Julia Roberts closed a deal to produce and star in an adaptation of the Batkid story, which saw young leukemia patient Miles Scott transformed into Batman fighting crime on the streets of Gotham (San Francisco) with the help of the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Julia Roberts is said to be remaking the Batkid Begins documentary which will also see the director of the documentary, Dana Nachman, onboard as executive producer.

“It’s thrilling to me that Ms. Roberts and her team watched our film and were so moved by it that they want to dedicate their time and creative capital to make sure the widest audience possible will know and love Miles’ story and the spirit of this intimate special event that went global, as much as we do,” Nachman said, reports Deadline.

Star Wars and Indiana Jones poster artist Drew Struzan recently came out of retirement to do a poster for Miles and Batkid as well (pictured above). 

Batkid Begins premieres tomorrow at Slamdance in Park City, UT.

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Watch: Robin And Nightwing Bonus From Justice League: Throne Of Atlantis

WB’s latest animated DC movie, Justice League: Throne Of Atlantis doesn’t become available until next Tuesday, but now a bonus feature from the Blu-Ray has hit the net.

Check out Robin and Nightwing above in action, which actually might be from the upcoming Batman Vs. Robin animated movie.

Justice League: Throne Of Atlantis becomes available January 27, 2015 on Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD.

You can pre-order through Amazon at a discount.

Synopsis:

In Justice League: Throne of Atlantis, Cyborg discovers an imminent threat in the depths of the oceans so powerful that it rallies together the newly formed Justice League. Meanwhile, wandering thousands of feet above the ocean floor is drifter Arthur Curry, a man with strange powers who may be the last chance to bridgetheancientAtlantean world with our own. Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and the rest of the Justice League must band together as they face off against warmongering Orm, an army of sea creatures, otherworldly weapons and perilous odds. In this all-new epic adventure from the DC Universe, mankind’s only hope of escaping from the darkness lies with the guiding light of a man – Aquaman!  

The celebrity laden cast features primetime television stars Matt Lanter (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, 90210) at Aquaman, Sam Witwer (Being Human, Star Wars: The Clone Wars) as Orm, Jason O’Mara (Terra Nova, Vegas, Life on Mars) as Batman,ChristopherGorham (Covert Affairs) as Flash, Nathan Fillion (Castle) as Green Lantern, ShemarMoore (Criminal Minds) as Cyborg, Rosario Dawson (Sin City) as Wonder Woman, Jerry O’Connell (Crossing Jordan, Stand By Me) as Superman, Sean Astin (The Lord of the Rings Trilogy) as Shazam, Sumalee Montano (Beware the Batman, Transformers Prime) as Mera, Sirena Irwin (Superman: Unbound) as Queen Atlanna, and HarryLennix (Man of Steel, The Blacklist) as Manta.

Justice League: Throne of Atlantis delivers an action-packed addition to the ongoing series of DC Universe Original Movies, which have shipped more than 14 million units to date. The film features brand-new extra content for collectors and fans alike.

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Batman & Ben Affleck Rumored For Suicide Squad

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It’s being speculated/rumored that Batman will appear in the Suicide Squad movie.

A blogger for Forbes is stating he is hearing Batman and Ben Afflek may appear at the end of Suicide Squad involved with The Joker, which would lead into solo Batman films also starring The Joker.

A second rumor that surfaced says the Joker will escape from prison in the Suicide Squad movie.

If we put two and two together, we see how Batman is involved.

The rumor isn’t all that original as the Joker escaping from prison with Batman in pursuit follows Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns graphic novel storyline, which is the inspiration for Batman Vs. Superman.

The blogger does note, of course, that nothing is set in stone.

Jared Leto is set to play The Joker and recently stated that “Batman is Dead” when a fan remarked that Batman is an unseen hero.

Tom Hardy is also said to have left Suicide Squad, possibly over not agreeing with the amount of screentime for his character, Rick Flagg, and disliking the script.

Suicide Squad has an August 6, 2016 release directed by David Ayer.

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Batman Vs. Robin Box Art & Release Date Revealed

Warner Bros. Home Enertainment announces their next DC Universe original movie, Batman Vs. Robin, will be available April 14, 2015 inspired by the #1 best-selling graphic novel, Batman: The Court Of Owls.

 The world is turned upside down when one of the world’s greatest super heroes – Batman – finds himself under attack by his own son in the newest DC Universe Original Movie – Batman vs. Robin. This all-new original film arrives April 14, 2015 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Blu-Ray Deluxe Edition, Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD. The brand-new product offering, Blu-ray Deluxe Edition, will include the Blu-Ray Combo Pack, along with a Batman figurine in a gift set.

Batman vs. Robin will be available on Blu-ray Deluxe Edition for $29.96, Blu-ray Combo Pack for $24.98 SRP and on DVD for $19.98 SRP.  The Blu-ray Combo Pack includes a digital version of the movie on Digital HD with UltraViolet.*  Fans can also own Batman vs. Robin in Digital HD on April 14 via purchase from digital retailers.

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!

“Batman vs. Robin has all the elements of a memorable film – powerful villains, treacherous plot twists and tensions amongst allies,” said Mary Ellen Thomas, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Vice President, Family & Animation Marketing. “Showcasing a fantastic voice cast, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment is proud to release Batman vs. Robin as the next DC Universe Original Movie.”

Television stars Jason O’Mara (Terra Nova, USA Network’s upcoming Complications) and Stuart Allan (Son of Batman) reprise their roles as the voices of Batman/Bruce Wayne and Robin/Damian, respectively. Adding to the celebrity-laden voice cast is Jeremy Sisto (Law & Order, Suburgatory) as Talon, singer/songwriter/comedian Al Yankovic as The Dollmaker, David McCallum (NCIS) as Alfred, Grey Griffin (Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends) as Samantha, Sean Maher (Serenity) as Nightwing, and Kevin Conroy (Batman: The Animated Series) as Thomas Wayne.

Produced by Warner Bros. Animation and DC Entertainment, the film is directed by Jay Oliva (Batman: Assault on Arkham) from a script by award-winning comic writer J.M. DeMatteis. James Tucker (Justice League: Throne of Atlantis) is supervising producer.

 

BLU-RAY AND DVD BONUS CONTENT

Batman vs. RobinBlu-rayTMand Blu-rayTMDeluxe Edition contain the following special features:

Gotham’s City Secret: The Mythic Court of Owls – The Court of Owls is the secret society that directly connects the past of Gotham to the current city. Are they silent guardians that are the noble benefactors or are they the malevolent force that manipulates a city toward their grand design?

Talons of the Owl – If the Owls are the masterminds, their instruments of destruction are their assassins. Appropriately called The Talons, these warriors are designed to carry out the will of the Owls.

Batman Vs. Robin Audio Commentary

A Sneak Peak at Justice League: Gods & Monsters – An advance look at the next DC Universe Original Movie with the creators and cast.

Bonus cartoons from the DC Comics Vault

Batman vs. Robin DVD contains the following special features:

A Sneak Peak at Justice League: Gods & Monsters– An advance look at the next DC Universe Original Movie with the creators.

DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION ELEMENTS

Batman vs. Robinwill be available for streaming and download to watch anywhere in high definition and standard definition on their favorite devices from select digital retailers including Amazon, CinemaNow, Flixster, iTunes, PlayStation, Target Ticket, Vudu, Xbox and others. Starting April 14, Batman vs. Robin will also be available digitally on Video On Demand services from cable and satellite providers, and on select gaming consoles.

ABOUT DIGITAL HD WITH ULTRAVIOLET

*Digital HD with UltraViolet allows fans to watch a digital version of their movie or TV show anywhere, on their favorite devices. Digital HD with UltraViolet is included with the purchase of specially marked Blu-ray discs. Digital HD with UltraViolet allows consumers to instantly stream and download movies and TV shows to TVs, computers, tablets and smartphones through UltraViolet retail services like CinemaNow, Flixster, Target Ticket, VUDU and more. For more information on compatible devices go to wb.com/ultravioletdevices. Consult an UltraViolet Retailer for details and requirements and for a list of HD-compatible devices.

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Movie News

Cool: What If Superheroes Were Powered By Iron Man Art

Check out some cool art that landed online featuring a collection of “What If… Superheroes Powered By Iron Man” images. We see Batman, Superman, Green Arrow, Spider-Man, Magneto and more all powered-up by Arc Reactors. Lorenz Lammens collected the images.

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TV News

Gotham Gets A Season 2

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This should come as no surprise, but the Batman prequel series on Fox, Gotham, has been given a Season 2.

Dana Walden and Gary Newman, Chairmen and CEOs of Fox Television Group, announced the news earlier today.

Gotham has ben averaging a 4.2 rating among adults 18-49 and 10.6 million viewers per episode.

It’s also the number one broadcast drama overall among men 18-49 and men 18-34. 

The debut episode, which exploded into Premiere Week with a 6.0/18 rating among Adults 18-49, outperformed The Blacklist and Scorpion and delivered FOX’s highest-rated fall drama debut in 14 years. This Live +7 rating reflects the largest post-three-day ratings gain (+0.9) of any broadcast drama, ever. 

The next episode of Gotham airs Monday, January 19th at 8pm ET with “What The Little Bird Told Him” and is described as: In an attempt to get his job back, Jim Gordon (Ben McKenzie) seeks to capture Jack Gruber (guest star Christopher Heyerdahl), a deranged electrical genius who escapes Arkham Asylum. Meanwhile, Falcone (John Doman) struggles to hold onto his empire after Fish Mooney (Jada Pinkett Smith) makes her next move.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Batman Vs. Robin Trailer

Check out the new trailer above for the new WB animated movie, Batman Vs. Robin.

Batman Vs. Robin is being directed by Jay Oliva starring the voice talents of: Jason O’Mara (Batman), Stuart Allen (Robin/Damian Wayne), Sean Maher (Nightwing) and David McCallum (Alfred), Jeremy Sisto (Talon), “Weird Al” Yankovic (The Dollmaker), Grey Griffin (Samantha), Robin Atkin Downes (Grandmaster) and Peter Onorati (Draco).

Batman vs. Robin is set to premiere at WonderCon, held April 3-April 5 in Anaheim.

The 23rd DC Universe Original Movie is inspired by the graphic novel Batman: The Court of Owls.

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Watch: Gotham “What The Little Bird Told Him” Extended Trailer

Check out an extended trailer for the next episode of Gotham with “What The Little Bird Told Him.”

Get a sneak peek of GOTHAM’s new villain! Don’t miss an all-new episode Monday at 8/7c on FOX.

The episode airs Monday, January 19th at 8pm ET on Fox.

Based upon characters published by DC Entertainment and produced by Warner Bros. Television, GOTHAM is an origin story of the great DC Comics Super-Villains and vigilantes, revealing an entirely new chapter that has never been told. Starring Ben McKenzie (“Southland,” “The O.C.”), Donal Logue (“Sons of Anarchy,” “Terriers,” “Vikings,” “Copper”) and Jada Pinkett Smith (“The Matrix” films, “HawthoRNe”), GOTHAM follows one cop’s rise through a dangerously corrupt city teetering on the edge of evil and chronicles the birth of one of the most popular super heroes of our time. Executive producer Bruno Heller (“The Mentalist”) wrote the pilot, which was directed and executive-produced by Emmy Award nominee Danny Cannon (the “CSI” franchise, “Nikita”). John Stephens will serve as an executive producer on the series.

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Movie News

Watch: LEGO Batman 3 Green Arrow Trailer With Stephen Amell

The Green Arrow DLC is now available for LEGO Batman 3.

Check it out above, which features the voice of Stephen Amell from Arrow.

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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Movie News

Henry Cavill Addresses Batman Vs. Superman “Enter The Knight” & Avengers

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Henry Cavill is currently attending the BAFTAs in the UK where he was asked about the recent rumor that stated Batman Vs. Superman would be two parts with the first, “Enter The Knight,” being released October 2015.

The tweets below reveal that Henry Cavill stated Batman Vs. Superman won’t be released in two parts.

Cavill also addresses taking on Ben Affleck and Batman, as well as The Avengers.

“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.

For more news on the “Man of Steel” and related movies head on over to the Cosmic Book News Superman movie hub.

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Movie News

Watch: Batkid Begins Behind-The-Scenes Video

Check out a behind-the-scenes video for the Batkid Begins: The Wish Heard Around The World documentary, which premiers at the Slamdance Film Festival.

The documentary follows leukemia patient Miles Scott’s transformation into the Dark Knight with the help of the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Batkid took over the streets of Gotham (San Francisco) fighting the likes of the Riddler, the Penguin and the Joker back in November 2013.

The Batkid Begins: The Wish Heard Around The World documentary was put together through crowd-sourcing with Award-winning filmmaker Dana Nachman behind the project.

As Deadline notes, the Batkid documentary even brought out Star Wars and Indiana Jones poster artist Drew Struzan out of retirement to do the following poster for Miles.

For more about Miles and Batkid, visit BatkidBegins.com.

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Movie News

Watch: Batman & Superman Motivational Videos

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Check out a pair of motivational videos from the Hello Stonehenge YouTube channel which offers “life lessons & motivation found in pop-culture.”

Below you can check out “Live & Motivation” videos for Batman and Superman that uses various footage from the movies and TV shows.

Check them out:

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Movie News

Batman: Arkham Knight Spoiler Lands Online

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Say it ain’t so!

A possible major spoiler for Batman: Arkham Knight has landed online revealing that Batman may be killed off in the game.

Video Gamer spotted the above image at Amazon UK, which shows off a limited edition statue that reads, “From a Grateful City In Memory of the Gotham Knight.”  

The description gives even more spoiler-filled details: “…an imposing Batman memorial statue commemorating Gotham’s protector, the Dark Knight”. 

The image has since been replaced.

Batman: Arkham Knight is based on DC Comics’ core Batman license and will be available exclusively for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC on June 2nd.

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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Matthew Vaughn Says People Are Tired Of Christopher Nolan’s Dark Superhero Movies

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Matthew Vaughn, director of Stardust, Kick-Ass, X-Men: First Class and the upcoming Kingsman: The Secret Service, thinks people are tired of dark superhero movies and even points to Marvel’s success with Guardians of the Galaxy as an example.

While speaking with SFX Magazine, Vaughn said, “People want fun and escapism at the moment. Look at the success of Guardians of the Galaxy.”

Vaughn continued with specific mention of the Christopher Nolan style of movies, which includes The Dark Knight Trilogy as well as the recent new Superman reboot Man of Steel that spearheaded the WB shared movie universe with Batman Vs. Superman and Justice League.

“I think Nolan kick-started a very dark, bleak style of superhero escapism, and I think people have had enough of it,” Vaughn said.

Vaughn then went on to talk about Kingsman: The Secret Service, which seems a bit more light-hearted as initially the studio thought it something akin to Austin Powers.

“The studio was like, ‘What is this — Austin Powers?’ It was a balancing act, but I think we pulled it off,” Vaughn said. “It’s not a comedy, but it’s full of laughs. It’s got everything. It’s what we did with Kick-Ass — it’s a proper movie, but we’re allowed to have a bit more fun with it. Its aim was to be entertaining but not silly.”

Kingsman: The Secret Service has a February 13, 2015 release starring Colin Firth, Michael Caine, Taron Egerton and Samuel L. Jackson.

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