A couple of days ago it was learned that LEGO Batman Movie director Chris McKay is in talks to direct the live-action DCEU Nightwing movie. Recently while appearing on the Shanlian on Batman podcast for LEGO Batman, Chris McKay offered a tidibt about Nightwing in that he wants to do a “really interesting, intriguing, action-packed […]
In addition to the official Matt Reeves directing Batman announcement, it’s learned WB is developing a live-action Nightwing movie with Lego Batman movie director Chris McKay in talks to direct. THR reports the DCEU Nightwing movie will be written by The Accountant screenwriter Bill Dubuque. In the comics, Nightwing is the former Robin and protege to
More DC projects are on the way. WB CEO Kevin Tsujihara took part in a conference in Phoenix and said the company is increasing production of their major franchises, which includes DC as well as Harry Potter, LEGO and more, as the big tent poles are increasingly taking a larger percentage of the box office market
With Steven Yeun now out of a job, how about Steven Yeun as Nightwing in the DCEU Ben Affleck Batman movie? Steven Yeun was recently written out of The Walking Dead with the Season 7 premiere that saw Glenn and Abraham killed off at the hands of Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s (Thomas Wayne!) Negan, and checking the
Wednesday sees the new Nightwing: Rebirth #1 hit, so DC All Access has released a “Top 10 Nightwing Moments” video from the comics. Check it out below…
Nightwing returns to the DC Universe [this] week, once again wearing his classic black and blue. So it’s the perfect time to relive a few of his greatest hits…and kicks and flips. In this DC All Access clip, we list off our Top 10 Nightwing Moments. And unlike Dick, you have no need to mask your excitement.
THE FIRST CROSSOVER OF THE “REBIRTH” ERA BEGINS IN SEPTEMBER WITH “NIGHT OF THE MONSTER MEN!”
Six-Part Crossover Debuts in the Pages of BATMAN, NIGHTWING, DETECTIVE COMICS
Gotham City is the battleground for the first crossover since the beginning of REBIRTH this past June! “Night of the Monster Men” spans the BATMAN, NIGHTWING and DETECTIVE COMICS issues on sale late September and early October, pitting the heroes of Gotham against a mystery-shrouded foe from the Dark Knight’s past!
Night of the Monster Men – September
Part One – BATMAN #7
On sale September 21
Co-Written by Steve Orlando and Tom King
Art by Riley Rossmo
As a huge storm approaches, Batman, Batwoman and Nightwing try and prepare Gotham City for the worst, but nothing can prepare the heroes for the enormous monsters rampaging through the streets! Batman will need all of his allies to unite in order to stop these mad science monsters from tearing Gotham apart!
Part Two – NIGHTWING #5
On sale September 21
Co-Written by Steve Orlando and Tim Seeley
Art by Roge Antonio
The Monster Men are stomping their way through Gotham City! How can the Bat-team take on both these monsters and the storm of the century? And when Nightwing goes behind the scenes to discover where these monsters originated, what he finds lurking in the shadows might be worse than the monsters themselves!
Part Three – DETECTIVE COMICS #941
On sale September 28
Co-Written by Steve Orlando and James Tynion IV
Art by Andy MacDonald
Batman and Batwoman take to the streets in a motorcycle death race against a monster that transforms faster than either of them can keep up! And at Blackgate Prison, something truly terrifying is growing in the prison’s darkest depths… and its eggs are hatching!
Parts Four through Six of “NIGHT OF THE MONSTER MEN” concludes the storyline in the pages of BATMAN #8, NIGHTWING #6 and DETECTIVE COMICS #942, to be solicited next month.
Watch a new clip above for Justice League Vs. Teen Titans as the movie is now available through Digital HD.
The movie is available on Blu-Ray April 12th.
Nightwing takes Robin to learn some teamwork under the guidance of the Teen Titans in this new clip from “Justice League vs. Teen Titans,” the latest entry in the popular DC Universe Original Movie series. Robin is voiced by Stuart Allan, while Sean Maher voices Nightwing. The film is now available on Digital HD, and arrives on Blu-ray and DVD on April 12, 2016.
Justice League Vs. Teen Titans arrives this Spring directed by Sam Miu, with James Tucker on board as supervising producer, and stars the voice talents of: Jon Bernthal as Trigon, Taissa Farmiga as Raven, Jake T. Austin as Blue Beetle; Brandon Soo Hoo as Beast Boy; Kari Wahlgren as Starfire; Shemar Moore as Cyborg, Sean Maher as Nightwing; Jason O’Mara as Batman; Jerry O’Connell as Superman; Rosario Dawson as Wonder Woman, and Christopher Gorham as The Flash.
Check out fan-favorite writer Dan Abnett talking about Dick Grayson becoming Nightwing again in Titans Hunt.
Issue #5 just hit this week, with Titans Hunt #6 arriving in stores next month, March 16th.
Did you miss Nightwing? That’s funny, so did Dan Abnett! In this DC All Access comics clip, Abnett discusses Dick Grayson’s return as Nightwing in today’s Titans Hunt #5, as well as what’s in store for Roy Harper, Donna Troy and the rest of the former Teen Titans now that their memory of past events are slowing returning.
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A new rumor has hit the net regarding Jason Todd in the DC Cinematic Universe.
The latest has it that the star of Kingsman: The Secret Service, Taron Egerton, is being eyed for the role of Jason Todd in the Batman Vs. Superman and Justice League movie universe.
In the comics, Jason Todd also happens to be Nightwing as well as the Red Hood.
An earlier batch of rumors suggested the Ben Affleck solo Batman movie may feature the Red Hood in an adaptation of the DC Comics Batman storylines “A Death in the Family” and “Under The Hood.”
“Jason Todd has returned from the grave as the Red Hood, working in the shadows to make people think he’s Batman, while making Batman look like a criminal,” the previous rumor stated in part.
The current Taron Egerton Jason Todd rumor comes from The Daily Planet DCEU Rumors Twitter feed, which also states other actors may be up for the role, but that Taron Egerton is the current favorite to play the role.
there will be or have been other names too that we may not know. I heard Taron Egerton is the favorite for Jason Todd +
— The Daily Planet (@DCEU_Rumors) February 13, 2016
“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter as Senator Finch and Tao Okamoto as Mercy Graves. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.
Synopsis:
Fearing the actions of a god-like Super Hero left unchecked, Gotham City’s own formidable, forceful vigilante takes on Metropolis’s most revered, modern-day savior, while the world wrestles with what sort of hero it really needs. And with Batman and Superman at war with one another, a new threat quickly arises, putting mankind in greater danger than it’s ever known before.
Batman Vs. Superman Final Trailer
Who killed Nightwing?!
Check out the Season 3 trailer above for the fan-made web series Nightwing Escalation.
You can head to the NEscalation YouTube channel two watch the first two seasons.
Looks pretty good!
Here’s the Season 2 description from their Facebook:
Batman has left Gotham City in the hands of his protege Nightwing, who must rise to become the protector of the city. The series, now in production of its 2nd season, places an emphasis on the characters behind the masks they wear and the significance of the masks themselves.
Rich with characterization, action, and nods to the comic books, the series has and will continue to feature appearances from Black Canary, Oracle, Huntress, Catwoman, the Riddler, and others.
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It’s learned the planned Titans series set for TNT isn’t happening.
Deadline reports TNT has decided not to proceed with the Teen Titans live-action series, even though it was ordered to pilot.
“We decided it wasn’t where we wanted to go,” TNT president Kevin Reilly said at TCA.
Previously released details on the Titans series include mention it may have been in the same universe as Arrow and The Flash. It was said at the start of the series, Dick Grayson was still using his Robin identity, but eventually would have gone on to become Nightwing, and was working as a private detective in Boston. The series was also said to include Barbara Gordon, Hawk and Dove, and Starfire, with Cyborg and Beast Boy as possibilities down the road.
It may be possible that WB actually scrapped the project as we do know Cyborg is a part of their movie universe. While The Flash is featured in both their movie and TV universes, WB did axe use of the Suicide Squad in TV and possibly Green Lantern. In addition, it’s reported that WB is feeling the heat as a result of the popularity of Grant Gustin, which may cause issues with the Ezra Miller version of The Flash. It’s possible WB may not want to create additional problems by having Teen Titans characters on the small and big screens simultaneously.
Nightwing has been rumored for Batman Vs. Superman and the Ben Affleck solo Batman movie, as well as DC’s Legends Of Tomorrow.
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We get a pair of DC TV rumors for this Thanksgiving as it’s being said that not only will Grant Gust guest star as The Flash in CBS’ Supergirl, but that Constantine has been saved.
According to Bleeding Cool, a “Thanksgiving Day source” has filled them in that Grant Gustin will appear as The Flash next May in Supergirl.
Regarding Constantine, it’s said that the cast of DC’s Legends of Tomorrow will be switched up each Season, with Matt Ryan set to return as Constantine as a series regular for Season 2 of DC’s Legends Of Tomorrow in 2017.
Another tidbit notes Steven R McQueen will be cast as a new hero for Season 2 of DC’s Legends Of Tomorrow. McQueen was previously vying to play Nightwing.
Some possible details about the solo Ben Affleck Batman movie have hit the net via JoBlo.
While Ben Affleck hasn’t confirmed if he will direct the solo Batman movie, it is rumored he is writing the movie with DC Comics co-publisher Geoff Johns (Update: this is confirmed).
Potential details about the new solo Batman movie include:
• Affleck and Johns are said to be adapting the DC Comics Batman storylines “A Death in the Family” and “Under The Hood.”
• The villains will be the Red Hood (Jason Todd) and Joker, with the Red Hood being the key player and said to be a priority for DC (à la Marvel’s Winter Soldier).
• The plot of the solo Batman movie is stated to be: “Jason Todd has returned from the grave as the Red Hood, working in the shadows to make people think he’s Batman, while making Batman look like a criminal. At the same time he leaves clues about his identity for Bruce/Batman to ultimately solve, leading to a confrontation that will involve Batman, Red Hood, and yes, The Joker, who will feature as a primary villain alongside Red Hood. “
• Dick Grayson will help Batman as Nightwing and may be referenced in Batman Vs. Superman (Update: didn’t happen).
• There may be a Red Hood cameo in Batman Vs. Superman (update: didn’t happen) and/or Suicide Squad.
• In regards to Red Hood casting, it’s said WB is looking for a relatively unknown (similar to Ray Fisher getting cast as Cyborg).
• Regarding the look of the Red Hood, it’s said to be similar to the comics and the recent Batman: Arkham Knight video game.
• It’s speculated the Batman solo film could lead to Red Hood and Nightwing Spinoff movies.
Update: Zack Snyder released details on Robin’s death prior to the events in Batman Vs. Superman.
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Check out an Easter Egg spotted on the set of The Flash which features various cities time zones.
We see mention of Bludhaven, a home to Nightwing; Midway City, a home to Hawkman and Hawkgirl – both of whom will be appearing in DC’s Legends Of Tomorrow; Starling City, home to Arrow’s Oliver Queen; Central City, home to The Flash; Coast City, home to Green Lantern (which has been teased before), and we also see Opal city, the home of Starman.
It’s interesting to note that the two most wel-known cities in the DC univers are not listed with Gotham City (Batman) and Metropolis (Superman), which are most likely off limits to The Flash and Arrow, but that may change if the CBS Supergirl TV series ever connects with them.
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It’s been a while, but Steve McQueen is back at it seemingly teasing Nightwing.
McQueen, who over a year ago made mention he was in talks for Nightwing in Arrow, but then did a 180 reversing himself, posted the following image on his Instagram account.
The image features a Nightwing hoodie and comic books.
“Been getting cool gifts on set recently,” McQueen added, who is filming for the NBC series Chicago Fire.
Nightwing is scheduled to be a part of the upcoming TNT Titans series, which is currently in development and may begin filming in October titled “BlackBirds.”
Previous character details on Titans revealed at the start of the series/pilot Dick Grayson will still be using his Robin identity, but will eventually become Nightwing, and has been working as a private detective in Boston; Barbara Gordon will be wheel-chair bound and will be the team’s hacker; Hawk and Dove are said to be in a relationship; Starfire is said to appear at the end of the pilot and involved in a love triangle with Nightwing and Batgirl.
Regarding Cyborg and Beast Boy, it was stated they don’t show up in the pilot, but it’s possible to include them eventually.
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The second episode of the Grayson: Earth One fan web series is now up which features the second Robin, Jason Todd, and a never-before-seen villain, the clown princess of crime, who is hell bent on picking up where the Joker left off.
The series comes from the P3Series YouTube channel and Writer/director Hisonni Johnson, with the first episode netting close to 500,000 views.
Here is the description for the second episode, and you can watch both below.
This jaw-dropping second chapter resumes moments after the events of episode 1. It’s follows a 17 year old car thief named Jason Todd, whom in another life, become the second Robin. Instead, Jason is left to navigate America’s most dangerous city in search for purpose, safety and a family to call his own. Unfortunately… He finds one.
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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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Another Death In The Family?
By: Chris “DOC” Bushley
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We have all heard the rumors before, “Nightwing is going to die!” As a matter of fact, before the New 52, it was rumored that Nightwing, Dick Grayson, was to perish in a most heroic way. This time, however, there are too many scenarios aligning to make this rumor feel like just another rumor, this time it may actually happen!
In the pages of DC’s big event, “Forever Evil,” Nightwing was captured, tortured and his true identity revealed worldwide to the shock and horror of all the remaining heroes. DC also previously announced that Nightwing will be canceled as of issue #30, arriving on stands April 9th. Just these facts alone don’t truly add up to anything, but DC always has some subtle ways of giving clues as to what may come to fruition!
Way back in November, DC placed a lovely teaser image by Jason Fabok within the pages of its “Bat” books. This was solicited as a teaser for characters and storylines that would take place in the new weekly series, Batman Eternal, that just so happens to debut in April as well. You have all seen this image before, but take a look again. There is one character that seems to be missing, yes Nightwing is not there, or is he? The blonde haired character next to Red Robin appears to be wearing a mask that looks a lot like Nightwing. Did Dick Grayson dye his hair, or could that be Calvin Rose a.k.a.. Talon taking up the mantle?
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Either way, it is still something to speculate, considering what this image has already revealed to us. In Batman #28, which takes place six months in the future, we have already seen the debut of Harper Row as Batman’s new sidekick, Bluebird, as well as the return of fan favorite Stephanie Brown — Spoiler! Both are featured here next to Red Robin and the mysterious blond hero. But there is even more!
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Once you take a good look at Jason Fabok’s cover to Batman Eternal #1, we see something even more intriguing. The cast of characters displayed within Batman’s cape are also from Fabok’s Thanksgiving teaser image as well. There are a few additions, such as the Riddler, Scarecrow, Harley and the female Talon, Strix, but the rest are the same — minus two! Which two you may ask? Both Nightwing AND Talon are missing from this picture, and with both of their series being canceled, wouldn’t one think that they would at least be brought into a book called Batman Eternal? It’s hard to think that Dick Grayson, the original Boy Wonder, would be left out of something as big as a Batman weekly series focusing on all aspects of the Bat Universe! Unless, of course, he is no longer around!
But, maybe it’s all just rumor, we truly never know until the the books hit the stands. Maybe I am just speculating too much, but then again, whose bones are those around the fire in Fabok’s teaser? As Batman stands in the pouring rain on the cover of Batman Eternal #1, whose blood is running down his chest? Maybe the cover of Nightwing #30 will help give us some answers. You decide!
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Just What The DOC Ordered
“Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner?”
By: Chris “DOC” Bushley
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(Before you read this, beware! Spoilers Dead Ahead!)
The Joker has been cutting a bloody swath through the streets of Gotham and no one is safe! The G.C.P.D., Commissioner Gordon, the entire cast of Haley’s Circus, Barbara Eileen (Batgirl’s mother) and Alfred have all felt the wrath of this demonic character. But it’s not just the families and friends of the “Bat Family” that have been forced to kneel before the “Clown Prince” — it is the heroes as well!
Scott Snyder and the entire cast and crew that make up EVERY aspect of EVERY “Bat” related character, has been creating an extremely dark and twisted tale in the last few issues of there respective series. From Catwoman having to play a horrific version of chess in order to get a pass from the Joker, to Damian Wayne having to fight his “father” in a battle to the death; each and every costumed character that has fought beside the Dark Knight has been put through a veritable nightmare recently. The relentless beatings and horrific mind games that the Joker has created specifically for each character have been leading up to a grand finale of sorts — a banquet of blood and hilarity that can only be devised by the Joker. But what is the main course going to be?
Batman #16, Batgirl #16, Nightwing #16, Teen Titans #16 and Batman and Robin #16 have all had the same style final page to them. Each character groggily awakens in a dark room and the Joker stands before them with a covered dish. (Example: Batgirl #16 final page below)
The fan pages have been ablaze with speculation as to what could possible be on that tray and we will have to wait until February 13th, when Batman #17 comes out, in order to have our final answer, but let’s speculate as to what it could be, shall we?
The obvious choice would be Alfred’s head! We know that he was abducted by the Joker in Batman#13 and that some appalling things were done to him from the audio tape Bruce found. We also know that the Joker has said that he NEEDS Alfred to SERVE at the party. Whether that’s a play on words or just a statement — only Scott Snyder knows!
Could it be part of Jason Todd’s face? We see in Red Hood and the Outlaws #16 that Joker has done something to Jason’s face and is applying red paint (blood?) to the inside of his helmet before returning it to his face. He then says, “Only a face a mother can love!” as it is reapplied. Now, in Teen Titans #16, we know that the bottom half of his helmet is broken off by Red Robin, but the top is still intact. Could the Joker have disfigured Jason for cheating death oh so long ago? Maybe.
Could it be Commissioner Gordon? We haven’t seen James Gordon Sr. in a few issues but we know that he was the first to be confronted by the Joker. That confrontation has left the Commish reeling, completely taking him out of sorts and shaking the normally strong willed hero. We know his ex-wife has already lost a finger to the Joker’s demented schemes, why not hack away at the Commissioner as well? Plus, we know that deranged killer, James Jr., has already helped the Joker capture his sister, Batgirl, why not make it a family reunion?
Speaking about family reunions, could it be Tim Drake’s parents? We know that Tim Drake left his family in Witness Protection after messing with the Penguin awhile back, but does that mean anything to a man who killed two of Nightwing’s best friends and Jokerized the entire Haley’s Circus? In Teen Titans #16, we saw that he Joker already used a fake “daddy Drake” to mess with Red Robin, but that could have just been a “red herring” for the main event — “daddy dinning!”
Maybe, just maybe, it is a smorgasbord of “Bat” cuisine! Red Robin, Red Hood, Batgirl, Nightwing and Robin were all knocked out prior to them seeing the tray presented. Joker keeps calling Batman “the King,” and he, his “Royal Jester.” Perhaps the “Jester” has created a gift pleasing enough for a “king,” an array of treats brought from all the different “lands” beneath the “king’s” royal gaze. Could the tray be filled with delectable digits from the “Bat-kiddies” that were removed while they slept? You never know with the Joker — anything is possible!
All I truly know, is that the “Death of the Family” storyline has been one of the best tales in years! Appalling, horrendous and completely unnerving, Scott Snyder and crew have made the return of the Joker an amazing ride that will be talked about for years. At the end of it all, whether Alfred is gone or not, the “Bat-family” will forever be changed and I am excited as ever to see where it goes from here!
The “Death of the Family” storyline epically concludes in Batman #17, on sale February 13th, 2013! Get a glimpse of the cover below!
Of every comic book character “family,” I must say that Batman’s is by far my favorite, and thankfully, The New 52 elaborates on the Dark Knight’s extended with a book of Nightwing’s own, which will certainly include several satisfying cameo appearances as this series evolves. This first issue, as it seems to be the overall
