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Game Of Thrones 2015 Comic-Con Panel Details

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HBO has confirmed Game Of Thrones will be returning to this year’s Comic-Con.

The Game of Thrones panel will take place Friday, July 10th at 2:30pm moderated by Seth Meyers with panelists from the cast and crew.

Set to appear include: Executive Producer Carolyn Strauss, Director David Nutter and cast members Alfie Allen, John Bradley, Gwendoline Christie, Liam Cunningham. Natalie Dormer, Conleth Hill, Hannah Murray, Sophie Turner, Carice van Houten and Maisie Williams.

Game Of Thrones recently finished its fifth character which saw the death of a major fan-favorite character.

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AMC Releases The Walking Dead 2015 Comic-Con Poster

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Check out the Comic-Con banner poster AMC has released for The Walking Dead which looks to suggest warring factions in Alexandria for Season 6.

The Season 5 finale saw Morgan reunited with Rick, but the two now seem to have opposite roles as Morgan seems to be taking a zen-like approach while Rick is taking an eye-for-an eye approach.

The Walking Dead will be in Hall H at Comic-Con along with Fear The Walking Dead on Friday, July 10th from 12-2pm.

The series returns this October to AMC.

Update: Higher-res version released:

The poster depicts Rick Grimes (Andrew Lincoln) and Morgan Jones (Lennie James) inside the apparent safety of the Alexandria walls where they reunited at the end of Season 5. Rick’s group, including Daryl (Norman Reedus), Michonne (Danai Gurira) and Carol (Melissa McBride), stand to the left of Rick and Morgan while Father Gabriel (Seth Gilliam), Deanna Monroe (Tovah Feldshuh), Aaron (Ross Marquand), Jessie (Alexandra Breckenridge) and Spencer Monroe (Austin Nichols) stand to the right.

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Marvel TV Comic-Con 2015 Schedule Released

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While Marvel Studios is skipping out on Comic-Con this year, Marvel TV will be there with Agents Of SHIELD, Agent Carter and their animated series.

Marvel released details and the schedule for Marvel TV’s Comic-Con appearance:

On Friday, July 10, the world-famous Marvel Television Presents panel returns as Jeph Loeb (Marvel’s Head of Television) brings you exclusive news and surprises about your favorite action-packed Marvel series on ABC. Join Jeph, showrunners, and the casts of “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Marvel’s Agent Carter” for this must-see panel that’ll have everyone talking!

Then, on Saturday July 11, catch Marvel Animation Presents and see what’s ahead in the world of Marvel Animation. Join Stephen Wacker (VP, Current Series – Marvel Animation Studios), Cort Lane (VP, Animation Development & Partnerships), and Eric Radomski (SVP, Production & Creative Director, Animation) for exclusive first looks at the exciting new seasons of hit animated series: “Marvel’s Avengers: Ultron Revolution” and “Marvel’s Ultimate Spider-Man vs. The Sinister 6.” Also, be there to catch exclusive never-before-seen footage from “Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy” animated series! Star-Lord, Groot, Rocket, Gamora and Drax are back for even more intergalactic adventures in the highly-anticipated new animated series coming to Disney XD this fall.

You’ll also have a chance to meet with the stars of your favorite Marvel Television series on ABC at two exclusive signing events at the Marvel booth (#2329) on Saturday, July 11!

MARVEL TELEVISION SCHEDULE:

FRIDAY, JULY 10:

Marvel Television Presents — Panel Session

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM in Ballroom 20

Join the casts and producers of “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” and “Marvel’s Agent Carter”!

SATURDAY, JULY 11

“Marvel’s Agent Carter” – Cast Signing Event

10:00 AM at the Marvel Booth (#2329)

Cast Attending: Hayley Atwell, James D’Arcy, Tara Butters (EP), Michele Fazekas (EP), Chris Dingess (EP), Louis D’Esposito (EP) and Jeph Loeb (EP)

Marvel Animation Presents – Panel Session

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM in Room 6BCF

Go behind-the-scenes into the world of Marvel Animation!

“Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” – Cast Signing Event

2:30 PM at the Marvel Booth (#2329)

Cast Attending: Clark Gregg, Ming-Na Wen, Chloe Bennet, Brett Dalton, Iain De Caestecker, Elizabeth Henstridge, Nick Blood, Adrianne Palicki, Henry Simmons, Luke Mitchell, Maurissa Tancharoen (EP), Jed Whedon (EP) and Jeph Loeb (EP).

Please note that both signings are ticketed events and passes will be available on a first-come, first-served lottery basis beginning at 9:30 AM on Saturday, July 11 at the Marvel Booth (#2329).

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X-Men: Days Of Future Past Rogue Cut To Be Shown At Comic-Con

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Fox Studios is bringing the Rogue Cut version of X-Men: Days Of Future Past to Comic-Con ahead of its July 14th release.

Fox released details on the Rogue Cut screening which takes place Saturday, July 11th at the SDCC.

Full details are below.

You can order the Rogue Cut version through Amazon, which features over 90 minutes of extras.

X-MEN PREPARE TO RE-UNITE AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON
WITH X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST ROGUE CUT
Use #RogueCut to Find Your Favorite Mutants Throughout Comic-Con and Join an Exclusive Fan Screening

WHAT
To celebrate the home entertainment release of the X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut Blu-ray on July 14th, fans and VIP guests will be treated to an advance screening of the never-before-seen extended version of the film, including more action, more excitement…and more Rogue!

The film will be shown simultaneously on four screens, and super-fans at Comic-Con will have the opportunity to gain two VIP (guaranteed) access tickets to the screening by purchasing the X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut Blu-ray through one of these locations:

The Fox booths on the Comic-con show floor (Booth #s 4229)

The Nerd HQ/IGN Lounge (Children’s Museum)

*Additional seating will be available to fans on a first-come, first-served basis

Beyond the two VIP tickets for the special screening, fans that purchase the Rogue Cut early on Blu-ray and DVD during Comic-Con will also score a limited edition lithograph, celebrating 15 years of the X-Men franchise. Rogue Cut will contain nearly 90 minutes of extra features including deleted scenes, featurettes and gag reels, sure to engage the most ardent enthusiast. This entire package of content will be available at MSRP $19.99 and is a must-have for every X-Men fan.

WHERE
Reading Cinema – Gaslamp District
701 5th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101

WHEN
Saturday, July 11th @ 8:00 p.m.

ABOUT X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST ROGUE CUT
With a never-before-seen, alternate cut of the film—plus nearly 90 minutes of all-new, immersive special features, the X-Men: Days of Future Past RogueCut takes you deeper into the X-Men universe than ever before. Rogue makes her return as the all-star characters from the original X-Men film trilogy join forces with their younger selves and unite to battle armies of murderous Sentinel robots who are hunting down mutants and humans alike!

Use #RogueCut and follow @FoxHomeEnt / @XMenMovies on Twitter throughout the convention for updates and additional news.
The X-Men: Days of Future Past Rogue Cut is available on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD July 14th

Rogue Cut teaser:

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Michael Keaton to Star In and Produce “Imagine Agents” at Fox

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Award-winning publisher BOOM! Studios is excited to reveal that Michael Keaton (Birdman, Batman) will star in and produce a film adaptation at 20th Century Fox of the comic series Imagine Agents, created by Brian Joines.

Written by Brian Joines (Krampus) and illustrated by Bachan (Rocket Salvage), Imagine Agents is the story of two agents who work for clandestine organization I.M.A.G.I.N.E. to keep kids’ imaginary friends under control. Little do they know that an abandoned “friend” from long ago is about to disrupt the status quo and turn everything upside down. The series was published from October 2013 to January 2014, with a collected edition released in December 2014.

“Imagine Agents has been the most rewarding project I’ve worked on and the fact it’s going to be a movie with Michael Keaton, whose work had a huge impact on my teenaged years and indirectly played a role in my decision to become a writer, is just a mind-blowing continuation of that reward,” said Joines.

BOOM! has a first-look feature film deal at 20th Century Fox that includes first-dollar gross on films based on any of its comics, which the publisher splits with its creators.

BOOM! Studios Founder and Chief Executive Officer Ross Richie will produce the film with Keaton and Anonymous Content’s Michael Sugar. President of Development Stephen Christy will executive produce with Anonymous Content’s Eli Selden. Senior Vice President of Film Adam Yoelin will co-produce in cooperation with Anonymous Content’s Ashley Zalta.

Keaton, best known for his roles in Beetlejuice and Batman, is coming off his award-nominated performance as washed-up superhero actor Riggan Thomson in New Regency Pictures’ Birdman and is currently filming The Founder, a biopic about Ray Kroc, the founder of the McDonald’s fast-food chain.

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Heroes Reborn Poster & Comic-Con Panel Announced

Heroes Reborn Teaser

Right in time for Comic-Con, NBC has released a new Heroes Reborn poster as well as details on the SDCC panel.

Heroes Reborn will have its panel in Comic-Con’s Hall H on Sunday, July 12th at 1:45pm, which will show off an extended trailer.

The Heroes Reborn Comic-Con panel will be moderated by returning cast member Greg Grunberg, featuring series creator Tim Kring, as well as cast members: Jack Coleman, Zachary Levi, Robbie Kay, Kiki Sukezane, Ryan Guzman, Gatlin Green, Henry Zebrowski, Judith Shekoni, Danika Yarosh and Rya Kihlstedt.

Update: NBC has also announced Heroes Reborn will premier Thursday, September 24th at 9pm ET prior to the Season 3 premiere of The Blacklist.

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Stephen Amell Teases Arrow Season 4 & More

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Stephen Amell took to Twitter to answer some fans questions which saw the actor tease Arrow Season 4, mention the WWE and his latest movie Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2 as well as answer a question about Batman Vs. Superman.

While WB TV is set to have an Arrow panel at next month’s Comic-Con, Amell stated he isn’t sure if he will be able to attend (assumed because of filming on TMNT 2).

Regarding Arrow Season 4, Amell replied to a fan’s question regarding the first episode with, “What’s wrong Speedy?”

For Batman Vs. Superman, Amell was questioned who would win between the two, with Amell choosing Aquaman and Jason Momoa.

Check out the tweets:

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Jesse Eisenberg Confirms He’ll Be at Comic-Con For Batman Vs. Superman (Video)

While obviously Jesse Eisenberg can’t say much about Batman Vs. Superman, the Lex Luthor actor does confirm an appearance at next month’s Comic-Con.

In the video above, Eisenberg states he will be at Comic-Con, and that: “I think we go in and out. There for the hour, and then I’m on the stage.”

It’s probably safe to assume with Eisenberg appearing at Comic-Con that Zack Snyder, Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill and Gal Gadot will be in attendance once again. It’s also possible Jason Momoa and the rest of the Batman Vs. Superman cast may be in attendance as well.

Last year saw Zack Snyder release the Batman Vs. Superman teaser with Affleck, Cavill and Gadot present.

Jesse Eisenberg also recently stated his Lex Luthor will be different than the Gene Hackman version.

The Batman Vs. Superman panel takes place Saturday night, July 11th in Hall H at Comic-Con, which runs July 8-12 in San Diego.

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“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.

Trailer:

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Paramount Skipping Comic-Con, Too

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In addition to Marvel Studios skipping out on Comic-Con, it’s become known Paramount will not be hosting a panel in Hall H as well.

The reason cited, according to THR, is that the studios decided the timing isn’t right for them when it comes to their upcoming releases.

Regarding Paramount, they have no new Transformers movie currently in the works and Star Trek 3 is yet to kick off, though they could have done something for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2; however, it’s still year out from the movie’s release. Terminator: Genisys also opens a week prior to Comic-Con, and the next Mission Impossible opens July 31st; so Paramount could have at least had something, but chose not to.

The same goes for Marvel, as Marvel could easily have done something for Ant-Man, which opens a week following Comic-Con, and Captain America: Civil War is currently filming; Doctor Strange is also in the works. It is being speculated Disney may be holding Marvel out for its own big announcement event, similar to last October’s Avengers: Infinity announcement.

While Marvel Studios and Paramount won’t be there, Warner Bros. will be there on Saturday night with their Batman Vs. Superman and Justice League panel.

In addition, Lionsgate announced they are bringing The Hunger Games and The Last Witch Hunter to the SDCC as well.

Disney has confirmed Star Wars for Friday, and Legendary and Fox Studios are expected to be there, with Sony putting up a Pride and Prejudice and Zombies panel through its Screen Gems label.

While Marvel Studios will not be attending, both Marvel Comics and Marvel TV (Agents Of SHIELD, Agent Carter) will be at the convention.

Comic-Con takes place July 8-12 in San Diego.

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CBS Comic-Con Panels Include Limitless, Halle Berry, William Shatner & More

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CBS has rolled out their Comic-Con panels and appearances, which includes Halle Berry and Extant, William Shatner reading his memoirs, Under The Dome, a special screening of Limitless, Zoo, Scorpion and more.

CBS’s Supergirl will be a part of the WB TV panel at Comic-Con.

Info:

CBS Television Studios invites you to envision a life without limits, to imagine a world taken over by violent animals, to trust the future of mankind in the hands of one woman (Halle Berry!), to join Team Scorpion and to catch up with life under the dome at Comic-Con 2015 on Thursday, July 9 (10:45 AM-3:30 PM) in Ballroom 20. The events of the day will include an exclusive premiere screening of the highly anticipated new CBS series LIMITLESS, a special sneak peek at the newest summer event series, ZOO, and a look at what’s ahead for the hit returning series SCORPION, EXTANT and UNDER THE DOME. The day will kick off with a special reading of The Autobiography of James T. Kirk by Captain Kirk himself, William Shatner, presented by CBS Consumer Products.

Thursday, July 9:

THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF JAMES T. KIRK (Ballroom 20)

William Shatner (“Star Trek: The Original Series”) will make a special guest appearance and read excerpts from The Autobiography of James T. Kirk, as James T. Kirk himself. This in-world memoir chronicles the greatest Starfleet captain’s life, from his boyhood on an Iowa farm and his youth spent on Tarsus IV, to his time in Starfleet Academy, his meteoric rise through the ranks of Starfleet and his illustrious career at the helm of the Enterprise. David Goodman (author, former “Family Guy” executive producer) will moderate and advance copies of the book are available at the Titan Booth.

EXTANT (Ballroom 20)

Exclusive Sneak Peek & Panel – Academy Award winner Halle Berry (“X-Men”) returns to Comic-Con with her new co-star, Jeffrey Dean Morgan (“Watchmen”), for a panel discussion and an exclusive tease of the mystery summer thriller series, back for its second season with higher stakes and new faces. When Molly Woods discovers she has unwittingly put the human race on a path to destruction, she and a mysterious stranger may be the only hope for survival. A glimpse at what’s to come in Season 2, followed by a panel discussion with cast members, executive producer Craig Shapiro and executive producer/creator Mickey Fisher. The panel discussion will be moderated by Chris Hardwick, comedian and host of @midnight.

UNDER THE DOME (Ballroom 20)

Exclusive Sneak Peek & Panel – It has been weeks since the dome descended upon Chester’s Mill with Barbie and the residents of Chester’s Mill being urged to follow Melanie “home.” Season 3 will pick up where Season 2 left off, and the community will rise to new heights of ingenuity, courage and often darkness in their quest for freedom. There will be new faces, new alliances and betrayal of trust as residents learn what you “see” may not always be the truth, and that the real enemy is within. Join series stars (subject to availability) Mike Vogel (“Bates Motel”), Rachelle Lefevre, special guest star Marg Helgenberger (CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION) and executive producers Neal Baerand Tim Schlattmann for an exclusive look at the new season, followed by a panel discussion. The panel discussion will be moderated by Michael Yo, correspondent on THE INSIDER.

ZOO (Ballroom 20)

Exclusive Sneak Peek & Panel – The wild shall inherit the Earth in ZOO, CBS’s newest summer event series, based on the #1 bestselling novel by James Patterson. ZOO is a global thriller about a wave of violent animal attacks against humans that are sweeping the planet. The series spans eight countries and features real lions, tigers, bears and more. Join series stars James Wolk (“Mad Men”), Kristen Connolly (“Cabin in the Woods”), Billy Burke (“Revolution”),Nora Arnezeder (“Safe House”) and executive producers Jeff Pinkner (“Fringe”) and Josh Appelbaum (“Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol”) for an exclusive sneak peek of the first season, followed by a panel discussion. The panel discussion will be moderated by Kevin Frazier, co-host of ENTERTAINMENT TONIGHT.

LIMITLESS (Ballroom 20)

Exclusive Premiere Screening & Panel – Picking up where the hit feature film left off, LIMITLESS follows Brian Finch (Jake McDorman) as he discovers the power of the brain-boosting drug NZT. From executive producer Bradley Cooper, the fast-paced drama will explore what happens when there are no limits to man’s potential, as Finch is coerced by the FBI to use his newfound extraordinary abilities for good. The exclusive screening of the pilot episode will be followed by a panel discussion with series stars Jake McDorman (“American Sniper”) and Hill Harper (“CSI: NY”), with director Marc Webb (“The Amazing Spider-Man” series) and executive producers Craig Sweeny, Alex Kurtzman and Heather Kadin. Moderator TBD.

SCORPION (Ballroom 20)

Exclusive Sneak Peek & Panel – CBS’s high-octane breakout hit about a team of brilliant misfits who use their smarts to solve the nation’s crises while helping each other fit in returns to Comic-Con. Team Scorpion will unveil an exclusive sizzle reel highlighting all of the best action scenes and fan-favorite moments from the first season. Fans will have the chance to hear firsthand about what’s ahead in season 2 and discuss the series with stars (subject to availability) Elyes Gabel (“World War Z”), Robert Patrick (“Terminator 2”), Katharine McPhee (“Smash”), Eddie Kaye Thomas (“American Pie”), Jadyn Wong (“Broken Trail”), Ari Stidham (“Huge”) and executive producer Nicholas Wootton. The panel discussion will be moderated by Ben Blacker, writer with Nerdist.com.

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Funko 2015 Comic-Con Exclusives Revealed

Funko has revealed a batch of images for their Comic-Con exclusives, which include Star wars, Ghostbusters, Rocket Raccoon, Captain America, Deadpool, Terminator, The Flash, Dragon Ball Z and more.

No pre-buy option is available this year, so you will have to head to the Funko Booth to pick up the items.

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

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Ant-Man Comic-Con Hasbro Exclusives Revealed

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Check out the Hasbro Ant-Man figures exclusive for next month’s Comic-Con.

A 0.75 inch figure – you read that right – will be available for $9.99, which is described as smaller than a penny or about the size of a really big ant. It’s modeled after Paul Rudd’s character, Scott Lang, in the movie and comes in a matchbox-mimicking package.

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Another set is available featuring five different versions: a 12-inch Giant Man; 6-inch Goliath; 3.75-inch Hank Pym (comes in a lab coat with swappable heads); 1.5-inch Scott Lang/Ant-Man, and 1-inch Hank Pym/Ant-Man. The figures come packaged inside a cardboard helmet (with swiveling antennae) priced at $64.99.

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(via Yahoo)

“Ant-Man” has a July 17, 2015 release directed by Peyton Reed starring Michael Douglas as Hank Pym, Paul Rudd as Scott Lang, Evangeline Lilly as Hope Van Dyne and Corey Stoll as Darren Cross/Yellowjacket.

Synopsis:

The next evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe brings a founding member of The Avengers to the big screen for the first time with Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man.” Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner-hero and help his mentor, Dr. Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that will save the world.

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The Walking Dead Coming To 2015 Comic-Con

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AMC has announced both The Walking Dead and Fear The Walking Dead will appear at Hall H at Comic-Con next month.

The Walking Dead panel will take place Friday, July 10th from 12-2pm.

The Talking Dead‘s Chris Hardwick is set to moderate with appearances set to include: Andrew Lincoln, Norman Reedus, Steven Yeun, Lauren Cohan, Danai Gurira, Melissa McBride, Chandler Riggs, Michael Cudlitz, Lennie James, Sonequa Martin-Green, executive producer and showrunner Scott M. Gimple, executive producer Gale Anne Hurd, executive producer Robert Kirkman, executive producer, director and special effects make-up supervisor Greg Nicotero and executive producer David Alpert.

From Fear The Walking Dead, set to appear are: Kim Dickens, Cliff Curtis, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Frank Dillane, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Lorenzo James Henrie, Ruben Blades, Mercedes Mason, executive producer and showrunner David Erickson, and executive producers Robert Kirkman, Gale Anne Hurd, Greg Nicotero and Dave Alpert.

Comic-Con takes place July 8-12 in San Diego.

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Comic-Con LEGO Throne Of Ultron Set Revealed

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More Comic-Con exclusives are revealed as the following Marvel LEGO “Throne Of Ultron” set will be available next month in San Diego.

The set, based on The Avengers 2, consists of 203 pieces priced at $39.99.

Comic-Con runs July 8-12.

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First Look At Star Wars: The Force Awakens First Order Stormtrooper Toys

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Trailer

Check out images of the First Order Stormtrooper toys from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

Images include a LEGO Buildable Stormtrooper (available Jan ’16), Black Series Stormtrooper (Comic-Con exclusive), and a Hot Wheels Stormtrooper car (via EW.com).

“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” has a December 18, 2015 release directed by J.J. Abrams from a screenplay by Lawrence Kasdan and Abrams. Kathleen Kennedy, J.J. Abrams, and Bryan Burk are producing, and John Williams returns as the composer.

Actors John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, Max von Sydow, Lupita Nyong’o and Gwendoline Christie will join the original stars of the saga, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Mark Hamill, Anthony Daniels, Peter Mayhew, and Kenny Baker in the new film.

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Hunger Games & Last Witch Hunter Coming To Comic-Con

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Lionsgate has announced their Comic-Con panel line-up which includes The Hunger Games and The Last Witch Hunter.

Full details below.

LIONSGATE PRESENTS

“THE HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY – PART 2”

AND “THE LAST WITCH HUNTER”

DURING A PANEL IN HALL H

WITH THE STARS AND FILMMAKERS

MODERATED BY CONAN O’BRIEN

AT COMIC-CON 2015

Panel Features Never-Before-Seen Footage from

“Mockingjay – Part 2” and “The Last Witch Hunter”

Lionsgate, a premier next generation global content leader, will give Comic-Con 2015 attendees two exclusive looks at the studio’s most anticipated fall film releases, “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2” and “The Last Witch Hunter,” during a panel that will feature Q&As with the stars and filmmakers of both movies to be moderated by Emmy Award-winning comedian and talk show host Conan O’Brien. The star-studded Lionsgate panel and exclusive reveals will take place in Hall H on Thursday, July 9 from 12:00-1:15 p.m.

At the Lionsgate Booth (#4045), there will be talent and filmmaker signings, photo opportunities, promotional giveaways, AV and displays for an exciting slate of upcoming films. Among the numerous films being included are: “The Hunger Games” Mockingjay – Part 2” (November 20, 2015), “The Last Witch Hunter” (October 23, 2015), “Shaun the Sheep” (August 7, 2015), “American Ultra” (August 21, 2015), and “Sicario” (Limited – September 19, 2015).

Additional details regarding the panel:

Location and Time: Hall H (Thursday, July 9, 12-1:15pm)

Moderator: Conan O’Brien

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 – a must-see for all, this panel will provide a sneak peek into the powerful final chapter of the epic “The Hunger Games” film franchise. Attendees will be shown never-before-seen footage from “Mockingjay – Part 2” and treated to a Q&A session with the cast and filmmakers, who will reveal details of the big screen finale.

The Last Witch Hunter – Vin Diesel is “The Last Witch Hunter” and he is all that stands between humanity and the combined forces of the most horrifying witches in history. Join the cast as they preview exclusive footage from “The Last Witch Hunter” before its worldwide debut.

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Star Wars Confirmed For 2015 Comic-Con & More

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While Disney is having Marvel Studios skip out on this Summer’s Comic-Con, Star Wars will be there in (pardon the pun) full force.

Disney has announced seven Star Wars-related panels will be at Comic-Con, which includes a special preview of Star Wars: The Force Awakens in addition to “special guests” on Friday in Hall H.

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

Here are the details and schedule for the panels:

Friday, July 10, Star Wars Schedule

Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Hall H

Lucasfilm president and producer Kathleen Kennedy, director J.J. Abrams, writer Lawrence Kasdan, and special guests provide a special look at Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

Star Wars Publishing 2015, Part 1: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.; Room: 7AB

Join a dynamic, all-star, New York Times-bestselling panel of authors including Alexandra Bracken (the Darkest Minds series), Adam Gidwitz (A Tale Dark andGrim series), Tom Angleberger (The Origami Yoda series), and Tony Diterlizzi (The Spiderwick Chronicles) in conversation with Lucasfilm’s Mike Siglain about the new Star Wars retellings for a younger generation of fans. From picture books to novels, these authors present A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, and Return of the Jedi in perspectives that will change the way readers understand who these beloved characters are and how they became legends for legions of fans.

Star Wars Publishing 2015, Part 2: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.; Room: 7AB

Join a variety of authors as they talk about their upcoming projects from that galaxy far, far away. Moderated by Lucasfilm’s Mike Siglain, authors from Del Rey and other publishers will participate in a discussion on writing stories for the exciting new future of the Star Wars universe.

Hasbro Star Wars, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m., Room: 7AB

Join members of the Hasbro and Lucasfilm teams as they discuss the popular Hasbro Star Wars line. Attendees will get an in-depth look at Hasbro’s latest action figure offerings, and word on the Holonet is there may also be a few surprises, including a special product reveal.

Star Wars Collectibles Update with Lucasfilm’s Anita Castellar, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., Room: 7AB

Join eFX, Gentle Giant Studios, Kotobukiya, and Sideshow Collectibles for product development insights and exclusive previews of the latest in Star Wars collectibles. In attendance will be Anita Castellar, a self-professed Star Wars fangirl who manages licensing for hardline categories at Lucasfilm such as toys, collectibles, consumer electronics, automotives, and more.

ILM 40th Anniversary, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., Room: 7AB

For 40 years, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most memorable images in the history of modern cinema. From advances in the photo chemical process, optical compositing, motion control, and models and miniatures — to the company’s pioneering efforts in computer graphics, digital compositing, film scanning and recording, morphing, digital environments, performance capture, character animation and modern digital pipelines, ILM continues to break new ground in visual effects for film, television, themed attractions, and new forms of entertainment. The presenters will discuss the company’s work from its earliest days and breakthroughs along the way.

Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition at San Diego Comic Con 2015

For the first time, Star Wars joins forces with characters from across The Walt Disney Company in Disney Infinity 3.0 Edition – the next chapter in the best-selling hybrid toy/video game series. Fans are invited to the Disney Infinity Pop-Up Shop, located at the heart of Gaslamp District, for the opportunity to play as Ahsoka Tano, Luke Skywalker, Darth Maul or any of the Star Wars characters featured in Star Wars: Twilight of the Republic and Star Wars: Rise Against the Empire.

Fans will also have a chance to step into the “Disney Infinity Only in the Toy Box” mediated reality experience, where guests virtually enter the Toy Box and interact alongside their favorite Disney Infinity characters, such as engaging in lightsaber duels with Darth Vader or Yoda, and take home a customized photo and video with their chosen character. Other Disney Infinity Pop-Up Shop activities include a Toy Box TV Live Edition webcast on Twitch featuring new announcements, surprise guests, contests with prizes, and exclusive giveaways.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Trailer:

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.

Marvel Movie News

No Marvel Studios Stated Again For Comic-Con; Batman Vs Superman May Be Big

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Confirming what James Gunn said back in March, now Deadline is stating that Marvel Studios will not have a presentation in Hall H at Comic-Con.

The report mentions that “Kevin Feige just doesn’t have anything new to show,” which is a rather odd statement as Marvel has Ant-Man opening the following week in addition to Marvel filming Captain America: Civil War and plans for Doctor Strange to be released in 2016, with filming to begin later this year.

There is also the fact that Marvel could have revealed their new Spider-Man at Comic-Con.

More than likely, Disney is holding back Marvel Studios from Comic-Con for either their own event, similar to the Avengers: Infinity War announcement with Black Panther at El Capitan theater from last year, or the Disney D23 Expo a month after Comic-Con in August.

It is noted that Marvel Studios’ absence will leave Warner Bros. with, potentially, a significant presence of its own as Batman Vs. Superman, Suicide Squad, Wonder Woman and Justice League Part 1 are lined up. It’s possible Will Smith, Ben Affleck, Henry Cavill, Gal Gadot, Margot Robbie, Jared Leto and others may be at Comic-Con representing the DC movies.

For Marvel fans, while Marvel Studios will not be at the SDCC, Marvel Comics will be there with a booth and panels of their own.

Comic-Con takes place July 9-12 in San Diego.

Comic Book News

Doctor Strange Comic-Con Action Figure Set Revealed

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With Marvel Studios launching a Doctor Strange movie next year comes word of a Hasbro exclusive Comic-Con Doctor Strange Marvel Legends action figure set, which is actually based on the comics.

The set will be available at this Summer’s Comic-Con for $99.99 and available through the online Hasbro Shop for a limited time.

The set includes 6-inch figures for Doctor Strange in his blue astral form, Brother Voodoo, the mutant sorceress Magik, the Asgardian goddess of death Hela, Strange’s arch nemesis – and ruler of the Dark Dimension – the dreaded Dormammu, and a wearable Eye of Agamotto (via USA Today).

Last year’s Comic-Con saw Marvel Cosmic figures sold for Thanos Imperative and The Infinity Gauntlet, which now cost a pretty penny, so if you attend Comic-Con this year, the Doctor Strange set might be worth picking up if just for resale value alone.

Comic-Con runs July 8-12th.

Comic Book News

Comic-Con 2015 Exclusives Includes Ant-Man, Rocket Raccoon, TMNT & More

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Diamond released information and images on their exclusive merchandise that will be available at this Summer’s Comic-Con.

Comic-Con attendees will be able to preview the items at the Diamond PREVIEWS booth #2401 and purchase from retailer booths on the show floor.

Comic-Con runs July 8-12.

Images can be found below.

BOOM! STUDIOS

SDCC 2015 ADVENTURE TIME FIONNA & CAKE CARD WARS #1 – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Jen Wang (A/CA) Michelle Czajkowski
Cake is a Card Wars champ who can’t be beat, and Fionna…is really tired of getting beaten! They set off in search of a challenger who can really test Cake’s mettle. When they stumble across some gamer slugs, they think they’ve hit the jackpot, but these guys have never heard of Cake and refuse to even play with her!
This SDCC 2015 edition is limited to 3,000 copies.

DYNAMITE

BOB’S BURGERS #1 – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Rachel Hastings & Various (A) Frank Forte & Various (CA) Damon Wong
Bob’s Burgers is back for more! Join the Belcher family for the second-ever series of the Bob’s Burgers comic book! Brought to you by the producers and animators of the hit TV show, this series brings back your three favorite Belcher kids, along with some brand-new stories from the minds of Bob and Linda. Each comic includes new installments of Tina’s Erotic Friend Fiction, Louise’s Unsolved Mysteries and Curious Curiosities, Gene’s Rhymey Rhymes That Could Someday Be Songs, Linda’s Attempts to Take a Nice Family Picture in Front of the Restaurant (And How It Always Goes Wrong), and Bob’s Fantasy Food Trucks (If Money Were No Object).
This SDCC 2015 edition is limited to 3,000 copies.

IDW

STAR TREK/GREEN LANTERN #1 COVER A/B – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Mike Johnson (A) Angel Hernandez (CA) Joe Corroney
Two iconic franchises collide for the blockbuster crossover event of 2015! The crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise meets the Green Lantern Corps for the first time in an all-new adventure that spans the cosmos! Don’t miss the thrilling first chapter of THE SPECTRUM WAR, as Kirk and Spock make a most unusual discovery on a lost world… igniting events that will change the fate of empires! LIMITED TO 3,000 COPIES!

STAR TREK/GREEN LANTERN #1 INCENTIVE COVER – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Mike Johnson (A) Angel Hernandez (CA) Joe Corroney
Two iconic franchises collide for the blockbuster crossover event of 2015! The crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise meets the Green Lantern Corps for the first time in an all-new adventure that spans the cosmos! Don’t miss the thrilling first chapter of THE SPECTRUM WAR, as Kirk and Spock make a most unusual discovery on a lost world… igniting events that will change the fate of empires! This SDCC 2015 edition is available for purchase in 2 limited versions: Covers A and B are limited to 3,000 copies each, and the Incentive Cover C Wraparound version is limited to 3,000 copies.

MARVEL

CIVIL WAR #1 MINIMATES VARIANT – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Charles Soule (A/C) Barry Bradfield
The Civil War never ended. Welcome to the Warzone, where six years of non-stop battle between the forces of the Blue and the Iron have split the nation down its center, utterly transforming it. In a world of new alliances and strange enemies, President Tony Stark and General Steve Rogers meet to make one last attempt at peace. Limited to 6,000 copies!
Rated T+
This SDCC 2015 edition is limited to 6,000 copies.

SECRET WARS #4 (OF 8) MINIMATES VARIANT – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Jonathan Hickman (A) Uriel Caton (CA) Barry Bradfield
ALL THE ANGELS SING!
Rated T+
This SDCC 2015 edition is limited to 6,000 copies.

DARTH VADER #7 GRANOV B&W VARIANT – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Kieron Gillen (A) Salvador Larroca (CA) Adi Granov
• The Emperor’s machinations revealed!
• Everything changes for Vader!
• The tale of Vader’s transformation from A New Hope to The Empire Strikes Back continues!
Rated T
Star Wars © Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved. Used under authorization. Text and illustrations for Star Wars are © 2015 Lucasfilm Ltd. This SDCC 2015 edition is limited to 8,000 copies.

STAR WARS LANDO #1 (OF 5) YOUNG B&W VARIANT – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Charles Soule (A) Alex Maleev (CA) Skottie Young
You know him…you love him…now, join him for his biggest caper as master of charm Lando Calrissian gets his very own comic book! Before he joined the rebellion, before he ran Cloud City, Lando made his way in the galaxy getting by on some swindles, some swagger, and a smile. Lobot at his side, Lando has a plan to steal a very valuable ship…but has he bitten off more than he can chew? Writer Charles Soule (DEATH OF WOLVERINE, INHUMAN, SHE-HULK) and artist Alex Maleev (DAREDEVIL, SPIDER-WOMAN, MOON KNIGHT) bring us the tale of a scoundrel in his natural element-trouble!
Rated T
Star Wars © Lucasfilm Ltd. & TM. All rights reserved. Used under authorization. Text and illustrations for Star Wars are © 2015 Lucasfilm Ltd. This SDCC 2015 edition is limited to 8,000 copies.

X-MEN 92 #1 LARRAZ B&W VARIANT – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Chris Sims, Chad Bowers (A) Scott Koblish (CA) Pepe Larraz
• Everyone’s favorite version of the X-Men from the ’90s is back!
• When Baron Kelly charges the Clear Mountain Project and it’s mysterious new director with “mutant rehabilitation,” it’s up to the X-Men to investigate!
• PLUS: Free Range Sentiels?!?
Rated T
This SDCC 2015 edition is limited to 5,000 copies.

ONI PRESS

INVADER ZIM #1 – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Jhonen Vasquez (A) Aaron Alexovich and Megan Lawton (C) Simon Hutt Troussellier (CA) Ian McGinty

ONI PRESS

INVADER ZIM #1 – SDCC 2015 EDITION
(W) Jhonen Vasquez (A) Aaron Alexovich and Megan Lawton (C) Simon Hutt Troussellier (CA) Ian McGinty FUNKO

POP GOTG RAVAGER ROCKET RACCOON PX FLOCKED VERSION – SDCC 2015 EDITION
A PREVIEWS Exclusive! Based on the blockbuster film Guardians of the Galaxy, this flocked POP! Vinyl Figure depicts Rocket Raccoon as he appeared in the film’s climax. Standing 3 3/4″ tall, this figure, available exclusively through PREVIEWS for San Diego Comic Con 2015, features an urban, stylized design. Window box packaging. Limited to only 3,000 pieces

MEDICOM TOY

MARVEL HERO SOFUBI VISION PX CLEAR FIGURE – SDCC 2015 EDITION
The Vision has long been a favorite Avenger of Marvel Comics readers, and one of his most popular abilities enables him to become intangible. Now, fans can enjoy a simulation of The Vision’s intangible state with this sparkling, translucent sofubi, which measures 10” tall. This SDCC 2015 edition is limited to 300 pieces.

WONDERLAND TOY COMPANY

BREAKING BAD: FIGHT HEISENBERG, 17IN TALKING FIGURE – SDCC 2015 EXCLUSIVE
This Breaking Bad Previews Exclusive Fight Heisenberg 17″ Talking Figure was made exclusively for San Diego Comic Con. It features a highly distressed version based on the final season of the show. Many classic quotes from the show, and unrated language make this even more exclusive. Limited to 1000 pieces.

TV News

Peter Capaldi & Doctor Who Confirmed For 2015 Comic-Con

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The BBC has confirmed Doctor Who will be at this Summer’s San Diego Comic-Con.

Joining Peter Capaldi at his first Comic-Con appearance will be Jenna Coleman, Michelle Gomez, Steven Moffat and executive producer Brian Minchin.

“Tales of San Diego Comic-Con are told in awe on every set around the known fantasy/sci-fi production world,” Capaldi said. “It’s become a fabled kingdom. One I am thrilled to find myself heading for. And to appear in the legendary Hall H, is a further twist to the cosplay and comic madness I may never recover from.”

The Doctor Who panel will take place in Hall H on Thursday, July 9th.

Doctor Who Series 9 premiers this Fall with the two-part episode “The Magician’s Apprentice” and “The Witch’s Familiar.”

Comic-Con runs July 8-12.

TV News

Agent Carter Season 2 To Have 10 Episodes

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When Agent Carter returns for Season 2, it’s learned the series will consist of 10 episodes.

Series star Hayley Atwell participated in a Q&A at the Houston Comicpalooza where she offered the following:

I also think the show runners really want to move it forward. So it’s going to be set in L.A., and it’s 10 episodes. It’s going to be a very glamorous, dark world of 1940s Los Angeles.

Here is the description for Agent Carter Season 2 as well:

Dedicated to the fight against new atomic age threats in the wake of World War II, Peggy must now journey from New York City to Los Angeles for her most dangerous assignment yet. But even as she discovers new friends, a new home — and perhaps even a new love — she’s about to find out that the bright lights of the post-war Hollywood mask a more sinister threat to everyone she is sworn to protect.

Movie News

Batmobile Spotted On Suicide Squad Set

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Following mention of the Batmobile three weeks ago, now check out images of the Batmobile spotted in Toronto on the set of the Suicide Squad movie.

It’s unknown exactly how Batman and the Batmobile will work their way into the movie, but the Joker and Harley Quinn were recently spotted speeding down the streets of Toronto as well following their domestic squabble scene.

Is Batman in hot pursuit?

Also check out batmobile pics from the MCM London Comic-Con and the Batman: Arkham Knight Batman exhibit.

Updated: with video of Jared Leto and Margot Robbie driving the “Jokermobile.”

Update #2: Batmobile in pursuit of Joker video.

Update #3: HD video of the Batmobile in Toronto hits the net.

“Suicide Squad” has an August 5, 2016 release date directed by David Ayer starring Will Smith as Deadshot, Jared Leto as the Joker, Margot Robbie as Harley Quinn, Cara Delevingne as Enchantress, Jai Courtney as Boomerang, Joel Kinnaman as Rick Flag, Viola Davis as Amanda Waller, Adam Beach as Slipknot, Karen Fukuhara as Katana, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Killer Croc, Jay Hernandez as El Diablo, and Scott Eastwood in an unknown role.

Stoked to see the #BATMOBILE on the set of #SuicideSquad. We can only wonder how awesome this sequence will be! pic.twitter.com/elDMnDMnZA

— Superhero Central (@SuperCentral_) May 26, 2015

This just in the #BatMobile was sited in Toronto on the set of #SuicideSquad pic.twitter.com/j7ROCn7TRz

— Semi Casual Movies (@semicasualmovie) May 26, 2015

ComicCon is like Disneyland on acid without the rides. Man I wish this was a ride tho! #mcmLDN15 #batmobile pic.twitter.com/64B3lRxzNn

— Isi the Scribe (@IsitheScribe) May 24, 2015

ICYMI: Check out these images of a full scale model of the #Batmobile from #BatmanArkhamKnight pic.twitter.com/ubn99ES4nR

— Hero Rundown (@HeroRundown) May 24, 2015

Stop driving my car #jaredleto#margotrobbie#suicidesquad#toronto#joker

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Batmobile!! #batman #suicidesquad #joker #darkknight #toronto #batmobile

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TV News

Big Things Were Planned For Harley Quinn In Arrow

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What could have been…

Season 2 of Arrow featured a cameo by Harley Quinn played by Cassidy Alexa, with the deleted scene (watch below) featuring Tara Strong’s voice as well.

Now while appearing at the MCM London Comic-Con this weekend, Willa Holland, who plays Thea Queen, let it be known big things were planned for Harley Quinn in Arrow.

“We had big plans for Harley,” Willa Holland revealed, reports Flickering Myth. “But, I guess something came down from DC execs that told us to shut it down. I mean we had that tease with the pigtails and the ARGUS outfit but, we’ll never see it. We would love to [have] Harley in Arrow but it will never happen.”

Obviously, what came down was Harley Quinn being a member of David Ayer’s Suicide Squad movie, which is what happened with Arrow‘s version of Deadshot as well. Arrow EP Marc Guggenheim revealed a couple of months ago that Deadshot was off the table.

That’s not the only character the WB execs axed – originally, Brandon Routh’s Atom was going to be Blue Beetle, but WB said no to using Blue Beetle and suggested Atom.

It will be interesting to see what happens when The Flash movie gets going.

Arrow Harley Quinn deleted scene:

Cassidy Alexa as Harley Quinn:

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Comic Book News

Watch: Jim Lee Blueline Batman Figure Reveal For Comic-Con

Check out video above featuring DC Comics co-publisher and artist extraordinaire Jim Lee revealing the Batman Blueline figure that will be available exclusively at Comic-Con this Summer.

The figure was designed by Jim Lee and comes with a Lee Batman print for $40.

A limited edition version is also available, which comes with an original signed Jim Lee sketch of Batman, Harley Quinn or Joker (limited to 150 pieces at $300 per piece).

A Krypto plush will also be available.

Full info:

DC Comics BlueLine Edition – Jim Lee action figure (Limited Edition) – World renowned comic book artist, Jim Lee, brings his extraordinary vision of Batman to life in this exclusive pencil deco Batman action figure sculpted by Jack Mathews. Encased in an intricately designed package, each Batman figure includes an original sketch drawn and signed by Jim Lee. The sketches feature one of three iconic characters from the Batman Mythology – Batman, The Joker or Harley Quinn – and are divided equally among the limited 150 figure quantity. This rare Batman action figure is priced at $300.00.

DC Comics BlueLine Edition – Jim Lee action figure (Standard Edition) – Similar to the Limited Edition, the Standard BlueLine Edition features the same remarkable pencil deco Batman action figure designed by Jim Lee and sculpted by Jack Mathews. Produced in a larger quantity, each standard figure is enclosed in the same artistic packaging and includes an exclusive Jim Lee print. The standard BlueLine figure is priced at $40.00.

DC Super Pets Krypto Plush Toy – Based on the artistic style of legendary comic book artist, Art Baltazar, DC Collectibles’ all-new DC Super Pets plush line will release an exclusive 6” Krypto Plush Toy at SDCC. Priced at $9.95, this cute and cuddly item is sure to impress fans – both young and old!

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Comic Book News

NYCC 2015 Ticket Purchase Equals Epic Failure

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Today at noon, NYCC 2015 tickets went on sale – well, sorta.

The NYCC people earlier sent out an e-mail with a link to buy tickets.

I checked the link, and it said to return at noon ET.

A couple of minutes prior to noon, I checked it again and the complete website was down with a “Not found (error to origin)” error.

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For the heck of it, I google-cached the site, which also threw up an XML error.

I then proceeded to the NYCC Twitter where they tweeted out not to use the NYCC website, but a different link, which took users to showclix.com (why didn’t they set up a redirect from NYCC to showclix?).

***Hey #NYCC Fans! DO NOT GO TO THE WEBSITE! USE THIS LINK to buy tickets: http://t.co/L88lddnsdP #NYCC #NYCCTix***

— New York Comic Con (@NY_Comic_Con) May 13, 2015

However, showclix.com is just as big as a failure as users are put in the queue to purchase tickets, but when the browser is autmatically redirected – it results in a Time-Out error. That means it’s taking too long for the server to communicate, so it times out and throws up an error code resulting in no tickets.

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I’ve already refreshed two different browsers (desktop and mobile) with the same error happening.

I’m guessing showclix.com may have needed to increase their timeout redirective as it seems set at around 30 seconds. Of course, the site is getting slammed with heavy traffic, which is probably more the reason for the failure.

For the life of me, I can’t figure out why these Comic-Con people can’t get this stuff straight. I think this happens every year. Hire a programmer to run some tests. Hire a programmer to run a dummy-user test to see how much load the server can handle. This is inexusable.

I’m also guessing they don’t want to go the ticketmaster route as the Comic-Con people don’t want to fork out the fees.

Talk about frustating. I’m still waiting…. As are others.

@NY_Comic_Con I keep timing out GG. RIP hopes and dreams for NYCC tickets.

— Jonathan Bauman (@jonathanbauman8) May 13, 2015

@NY_Comic_Con Mayb u should have informed users before 12. Esp. since not every1 goes straight to Twitter. #NYCC #FAIL #Thisnewsystembites

— Megan Hansen (@mlhansen79) May 13, 2015

So stressed out with #nycc tickets! I got through to purchase tickets and now I keep getting a time-out page for past 10 minutes.

— Traci I. (@thereadinggeek) May 13, 2015

So who wants to overthrow the dictators of #NYCC and make a better ticketing system? This is bullshit.

— Muffins (@MandyxMuffins) May 13, 2015

loading error time out error AUGHGHGHGH #NYCC #NYCCtix

— Erin DeLaney (@87ead) May 13, 2015

I love #NYCC, but I don’t know if it’s worth taking this much time out of my work day to wait in a queue for tickets. (1/2)

— Sitara Raqs (@TheDancingGeek_) May 13, 2015

Refreshing the #NYCC queue like pic.twitter.com/cdagLJbMzc

— Erin Frederick (@ErinEfrederick) May 13, 2015

Movie News

Henry Cavill Attends CinemaCon: Talks Batman Vs. Superman

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Prior to teaming with Ben Affleck in Batman Vs. Superman, Henry Cavill is teaming with the 2008 Justice League Batman, Armie Hammer, for The Man From U.N.C.L.E.

Both Cavill and Hammer were in attendance in Las Vegas for the WB presentation.

Regarding Batman Vs. Superman, Cavill stated, in the below video, he might be attending Comic-Con this July, but noted “things can change” with a a smile. Cavill also side-stepped questioning in regards to how Batman Vs. Superman was different than filming Man of Steel. Man From UNCLE co-star Armie Hammer then asked Cavill about working with Ben Affleck, with Cavill replying, he is “very excited, actually.” The two then went on to joke about not answering any more questions.

Update: A second video of Cavill from the event has surfaced (see below) where he offers he has seen just a little bit more of the Batman Vs. Superman footage, but says it wasn’t much as it was in black-and-white. Cavill also says he wouldn’t call it a Superman sequel: “This is Batman versus Superman. It’s a separate entity altogether. It’s introducing the Batman character and expanding upon the universe, which was kicked off by Man of Steel. It’s definitely an introduction to the character and ultimately an introduction to Justice League.”

At the WB presentation, Warner Bros. Chairman and CEO Kevin Tsujijara spoke to the exhibitors reiterating WB’s plans to release ten DC Comic book movies starting with 2016’s Batman Vs. Superman with more movies all the way to 2020. Tsujijara also made mention of the recently announced three LEGO movies and also said at least three Harry Potter spinoffs of the Fantastic Beasts series will be released, with the first due out November 2016. Following the presentation, the Batman Vs. Superman trailer was shown to the audience.

“While tentpoles and franchises are important to us and to you they are just one part of what we do. We’re also very excited about the wide variety of comedies, dramas, action adventures and horror films that we’re making,” Tsujijara said. “These films allow us to reach broad and underserved audiences and they create the opportunity for breakout hits like The Lego Movie, The Conjuring and that little film that exceeded everyone’s expectations, American Sniper… We’re committed to bringing you great films throughout the year, not just the summer and holidays…this time next year I will be here, or somebody who replaces me, will be talking about the great success we had with Pan in October.”

“The Man From U.N.C.L.E.” has an August 14, 2015 release; “Batman v Superman: Dawn Of Justice” hits March 25, 2016.

Henry Cavill and Armie Hammer images from CinemaCon:

The Men from U.N.C.LE. #ArmieHammer #HenryCavill #ManFromUNCLE #CinemaCon pic.twitter.com/5z4BWXv8K6

— Warner Bros Pictures (@wbpictures) April 22, 2015

#henryCavill looking great at #cinemacon @HenryCavillAlw1 pic.twitter.com/hNcLxEgVW5

— ѕтəlla  (@stella_324) April 22, 2015

More pics via @accesshollywood “Henry Cavill said this was his first selfie EVER!” Ummm… http://t.co/dGM8tlNTvq pic.twitter.com/SmzEBPSKXo

— Henry Cavill (@HenryCavillONL) April 22, 2015

Batman vs Superman Trailer:

TV News

Lionsgate Launching Streaming Service For Comic-Con Fans

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Lionsgate is teaming with Comic-Con International to create a Netflix-like digital subscription video-on-demand streaming service to be launched later this year.

The new service is being described as a year-round online experience for long time fans and emerging audiences worldwide that will launch with a broad portfolio of content including original short-form content created exclusively for the channel’s subscribers, films and television series from Lionsgate and other studios designed to appeal to the diverse interests of Comic-Con’s fan base as well as exclusive archived footage from Comic-Con’s 45-year history. As part of the new channel, the two companies will also work closely to make the Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival (CCI-IFF) a 365-day-a-year online event.

Last year 17 of the top 20 North American box office blockbusters had a presence at the Comic-Con Convention along with iconic television series such as The Walking Dead and American Horror Story. Comic-Con International has grown from 300 attendees in the basement of San Diego’s U.S. Grant Hotel in 1970 to well over 130,000 fans from around the world last year, marking its evolution into a staple of popular culture and the longest-running comics and popular arts convention in America. Badges for this year’s Comic-Con sold out in 60 minutes.

“We’re thrilled that the biggest pop culture event of the year will become a year-round digital channel for Comic-Con fans and audiences around the world,” said Lionsgate President of Worldwide Television & Digital Distribution Jim Packer. “The fan base for the kind of films and television series showcased at Comic-Con has grown exponentially, and a subscription video-on-demand service is the ideal platform to capture the magic and excitement of the Comic-Con experience year-round as well as the perfect vehicle for Comic-Con fans to discover new content.”

Reflecting the tremendous interest in the diverse roster of comics, films and television series showcased at Comic-Con International each year, the two companies plan to roll out the new service beginning with the U.S. later this year.

“From the beginning of our discussions, nearly two years ago, we have been extremely impressed with Lionsgate’s embracing and understanding of fan culture,” said Comic-Con’s Director of Marketing and Public Relations David Glanzer. “Working with our Lionsgate partners has been an exciting exercise in finding great ways to expand our horizons to deliver the unique magic of Comic-Con and the celebration of comics and popular art to our fans 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and around the world.”

“As a next generation studio, Lionsgate has grown up with Comic-Con, and their fans are our audiences,” said Lionsgate President of Interactive Ventures & Games Peter Levin. “We’re excited by the opportunity to expand and enrich the world of Comic-Con for existing fans and extend it to a whole new global audience with a channel distinguished by its imaginative curation, depth and diversity of content and fierce loyalty to the Comic-Con brand.”

Originally showcasing comic books, film and fantasy literature, Comic-Con has grown to also encompass science fiction, horror, animation, anime, manga, toys, collectibles, video games, interactive multimedia, webcomics, fantasy novels and other aspects of pop culture. In addition to San Diego Comic-Con International, the new subscription video-on-demand service will also have exclusive access to the archives of sister convention WonderCon.

The new Comic-Con International channel is the third streaming service to be launched or announced by Lionsgate as the Company continues to build its suite of online platforms to deliver content directly to consumers. Lionsgate also recently launched the Lionsgate Entertainment World platform with the Alibaba Group in China and has announced the planned launch this summer of Tribeca Shortlist, a subscription video-on-demand service for film aficionados in partnership with Tribeca Enterprises.

Fans may visit http://comic-con.org/ondemand to become the first to learn details about the new service.

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