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Superman news including Superman: Legacy, David Corenswet, James Gunn, Henry Cavill, Tyler Hoechlin, Man of Steel 2, Brandon Routh, Tom Welling, Christoper Reeeve, DC Comics, and more.

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Movie News

LEGO Dimensions Live-Action Trailer With Christopher Lloyd

Check out a new live-action trailer for the upcoming LEGO Dimensions video game featuring Christopher Lloyd reprising his famous role as Doc Brown from the Back to the Future films.

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment revealed today gameplay featuring even more beloved characters coming to LEGO Dimensions, the upcoming entertainment experience that merges physical LEGO brick building with interactive console gameplay.

In addition to LEGO Batman, LEGO Gandalf and Wyldstyle, the three minifigure heroes used to start the experience, LEGO Dimensions will allow gamers to customize their experience post-launch and throughout the first half of 2016 with additional packs from the previously announced brands, including: DC Comics Team Pack featuring LEGO Joker and LEGO Harley Quinn minifigures, three additional DC Comics Fun Packs featuring LEGO Superman, LEGO Aquaman and LEGO Bane minifigures, Back to the Future Fun Pack with LEGO Doc Brown minifigure and two additional LEGO Ninjago Fun Packs with Sensei Wu and Lloyd minifigures. 

These highly collectible Team Packs and Fun Packs will provide new buildable characters, vehicles, tools and gadgets, as well as special in-game abilities.  All expansion packs provide gamers the opportunity to use everything interchangeably, anywhere throughout the game, in any world with any character – there are no limitations.

Players can bring up to seven characters, vehicles and weapons into the LEGO Dimensions game all at once by placing them on the LEGO Toy Pad to create extreme gameplay cross-overs, such as LEGO Superman piloting the LEGO DeLorean Time Machine through Hill Valley or LEGO Doc Brown fighting alongside LEGO Bane in New Ninjago City.

Future expansion pack purchases will continue to work with the LEGO Dimensions Starter Pack, even in the fall of next year.  No compatibility chart necessary.

Additional well-known brands and expansion packs joining the adventure for 2015 and 2016 will be announced in the coming months. 

Launching September 27, 2015, LEGO Dimensions, will be available for Xbox One, the all-in one games and entertainment system from Microsoft and the Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment systems and Wii U system from Nintendo.

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Comic Book News

Lex Luthor’s Post-Convergence Look Revealed

Lex Luthor of the post-Convergence DCU stands revealed.

The pic comes from a preview for Batman/Superman.

DC Comics just released details on their post-Convergence universe, which they are dubbing DC YOU, that consists of 24 brand-new series as well as 25 on-going, best selling fan-favorite series.

Superman has also recently been revealed to be losing his costume as well as shedding his glasses, and Commissioner Gordon is the new Dark Knight.

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Comic Book News

DC Comics Ditches Superman’s Costume

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Check out preview pages below to Action Comics #41 which apparently reveals DC Comics ditching Superman’s costume.

When the New 52 was launched in 2011, DC Comics did way with the classic look of Superman’s red tights and replaced the costume with something more in line with what eventually Henry Cavill wore in Man of Steel.

For fans following all the movie and comic book news, the move shouldn’t have come as a surprise as it’s known Warner Bros. executive had a say in how Superman (and probably every other DC comic) was handled (is handled?) – just ask George Perez.

Now we see in the preview pages below, the Superman costume is no more.

Action Comics #41 hits June 3rd.

Writer: Greg Pak & Araon Kuder
Art: Aaron Kuder
Description: The epic new storyline “TRUTH” begins! For Superman, there’s no more holding back!  

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TV Trailers

Fan Recuts Supergirl Trailer With Superman & Man Of Steel Music

Check out a recut version of the new Supergirl trailer above featuring the music of John Williams from the Superman movies as well as Hans Zimmer’s Man of Steel.

The original 6-minute version of the trailer is taking some heat online, but overall I thought Supergirl came off pretty well and reminded me more of the Christopher Reeve Superman, which I felt was a bit missing from Zack Snyder and Henry Cavill’s Man of Steel.

Supergirl is set to air Monday nights starting in November on CBS starring Melissa Benoist.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Death of Superman Lives Clip With Tim Burton

Check out a clip above featuring Tim Burton talking about his 1998 defunct Superman Lives movie which was set to star Nicholas Cage as the Man of Steel.

The documentary, by Jon Schnepp, has its premiere in LA tonight and will be available through VOD, Blu-Ray and in select theaters.

Interviews featured include: Tim Burton, Kevin Smith, Jon Peters, Dan Gilroy, Colleen Atwood, Jon Schnepp, Rick Heinrichs, Steve Johnson, Wesley Strick, Sylvain Despretz, and many more… 

Info:

The Death of “Superman Lives”: What Happened? is a Feature Length Documentary about the unmade movie “Superman Lives”. This film, out of all the various attempts to make a Superman movie between 1987 and 2006, would have stood the test of time and become a bonafide Cult Classic nowadays. I am not alone with my intense interest in knowing everything I can about this project, and so now I’m embarking on making a Documentary that will cover everything ever made for this film, from interviewing as many people as I can who were involved, to including actually recreating scenes from the script!!!

(clip via Daily Beast)

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Movie News

Ben Affleck in Toronto For Suicide Squad; Jared Leto Teases Bizarro?

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It looks like rumor that Ben Affleck’s Batman will appear in Suicide Squad is now confirmed as the actor has landed in Toronto. 

Affleck was spotted arriving in Toronto as images have surfaced.

In addition, Jared Leto has posted a new image of himself revealing his Joker physique wear we see the actor wearing a Superman shirt. Interestingly enough, Leto took the pic of himself in a mirror – causing the Superman logo to be reversed, which is the Bizarro logo. 

Update: The shirt top is actually a Superboy tank top…

Update #2: Ben Affleck as Bruce Wayne on the set of Suicide Squad image set surfaces.

Check out the pics below.

“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, and Viola Davis is playing Amanda Waller.

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Movie News

Watch: New Trailer For The Death of Superman Lives Documentary

Jon Schnepp has released the final trailer for his The Death of Superman Lives: What Happened? documentary.

The film will be released on May 1st in select theaters as well as on Blu-Ray, streaming and video-on-demand.

The documentary investigates what happened with the cancelled Tim Burton Superman Lives movie and includes interviews with Burton, Kevin Smith, concept art, recreated scenes and more.

Superman Lives was cancelled in the ‘90s and said to feature the likes of Lex Luthor, Brainiac and Doomsday, with Nicholas Cage selected to play Superman, based in part on the Death of Superman DC Comics storyline.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Batman Vs. Superman Trailer With Christopher Reeve & Adam West

Well that didn’t take long.

Check out audio from the new Batman Vs. Superman trailer featuring footage from the Christopher Reeve Superman movies and the ’66 Batman series with Adam West.

We can probably next expect Brandon Routh and Christitan Bale next (if it’s not alreay done).

“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.

Trailer:

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Comic Book News

DC Comics Fans Break Guinness World Record


DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event Video

 

Thousands of DC Comics fans have gathered to set the Guinness World Record for most people dressed as a DC Comics super hero in a 24-hour period.

DC announced the news as fans came together from all across the globe ranging from Australia to America.

Fans gathered around the globe to participate in the DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event by donning their favorite costumes inspired by DC Comics’ pantheon of Super Heroes, including Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Batgirl, Supergirl, Aquaman, Cyborg, Robin, Green Arrow and many more.

“Thanks to all the fans of DC Comics Super Heroes around the world who joined us to set a world record—a record that celebrates the power and appeal of these iconic characters,” said Brad Globe, President of Warner Bros. Consumer Products.

The DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event kicked off on April 18, 2015 in Queensland, Australia, and came to a commemorative close in Los Angeles, CA, USA. Within the same 24-hour period, additional events took place around the world in: Manila, Philippines; Kaohsiung, Taiwan; Madrid, Spain; Rome, Italy; London, Birmingham, Warrington and Cardiff in the UK; São Paulo, Brazil; Paris, France;  “Smallville,” USA (Plano, IL) and Mexico City, Mexico.

Fans are highlighting their participation in the heroic event using #DCWorldRecord on Facebook and Twitter. The official Guinness World Record count will be available in the coming days.

Check out a batch of images from the event:

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TV News

DC Animated Series Gone From Netflix

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In an update to our story Cosmic Book News first reported on a month ago, the DC animated and select Cartoon Network series are no longer available on Netflix.

The series expired on March 30th.

A search of Netflix no longer yields results for any DC shows (or movies) related to: Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern or Justice League.

Likewise, search results return nothing for the Cartoon Network series: Regular Show, Adventure Time, Generator Rex, MAD, Codename Kids Next Door, and Cow and Chicken.

Select Cartoon Network series are still available including: Ben 10, Billy and Mandy, Chowder, Dexter’s Laboratory, Johnny Bravo, Samurai Jack, Foster’s Home For Imaginary Friends, Ed, Ed N Eddy, Cow and Chicken, and Power Puff Girls.

Some of the available Cartoon Network series now list April 6th as their expiration date.

The expired DC animated series include:  Justice League Unlimited, Justice League (2001), Young Justice, Batman Beyond, Green Lantern: The Animated Series, and Batman: The Brave and The Bold. 

We previously reached out to Warner Bros. about the expirations, but never received a reply back.

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Movie News

Infinite Crisis Steam Launch Trailer

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment today announced the official launch of Infinite Crisis, a bold new entrant into the wildly popular Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game genre. Infinite Crisis delivers a heart-pounding competitive experience with innovative new mechanics including the unique 2-lane Coast City map featuring the powerful Doomsday Device, destructible environments and Stolen Powers. Beginning today, players can download Infinite Crisis for free on Steam by visiting http://www.infinitecrisis.com/steam. 

“We would like to thank all of the great players who participated in our beta. Their passion and feedback were key to helping us deliver a really unique gameplay experience,” said Jeffrey Steefel, Executive Producer.  “Today marks a major milestone for Infinite Crisis™, and to celebrate the official launch, we are offering two special Champion bundles that will be available exclusively on Steam.”

The Infinite Crisis Steam bundles offer players a choice of two different packages which include access to their favourite Champions and a Steam exclusive Golden Superman costume. Starting today, the following Infinite Crisis bundles are available for purchase exclusively on Steam at a special discounted price for a limited time:

Basic Steam Bundle 
· 8 Champions – (Superman, The Flash, Mecha Wonder Woman, Stargirl, Catwoman, Atomic Green Lantern, Poison Ivy & Aquaman)
· Exclusive Golden Superman Costume

Elite Steam Bundle
· 34 Champions – (The Flash, Atomic Wonder Woman, Nightmare Robin, Gaslight Catwoman, Superman, Aquaman, Robin, Supergirl, Hawkgirl, Katana, Nightmare Batman, Green Arrow, Cyborg, Blue Beetle, Atomic Joker, Mecha Wonder Woman, Sinestro, Stargirl, Catwoman, Star Sapphire, Arcane Supergirl, Shazam, Swamp Thing, Atrocitus, Atomic Green Lantern, Atomic Poison Ivy, Arcane Green Lantern, Gaslight Joker, Mecha Superman, Poison Ivy, Krypto, Zatanna, Starro and Nightmare Superman)
· Exclusive Golden Superman Costume

Infinite Crisis delivers a heart-pounding competitive player vs. player battle experience set in DC Comics’ legendary Multiverse.  Featuring the deepest roster of DC heroes and villains ever assembled, Infinite Crisis™ puts players in control of twisted incarnations of their favorite characters from throughout the Multiverse such as the bloodthirsty vampire, Nightmare Batman, and the skilled assassin from Earth-19, Gaslight Catwoman, playing in league with such well-known characters such as Green Lantern and The Flash.  

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

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

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

The DC rant hits at about the 4 minute mark.

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

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

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Comic Book News

DC Teaming With Fans For World Record Costume Event

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

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

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

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

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

· Birmingham, UK

· Cardiff, UK

· Kaohsiung, Taiwan

· Lille, France

· London, UK

· Los Angeles, CA, USA

· Lyon, France

· Madrid, Spain

· Manila, Philippines

· Mexico City, Mexico

· Paris, France

· Queensland, Australia

· Rome, Italy

· Sao Paulo, Brazil

· Warrington, UK

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

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

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

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

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Movie News

Infinite Crisis Krypto Trailer

Check out the Krypto trailer for Infinite Crisis above.

Do you want to guard your allies with unmatched ferocity? Sign up and play Infinite Crisis for free today at http://www.infinitecrisis.com.

Be the top dog of Coast City’s bottom lane as Krypto, the Superdog! Krypto joins the Infinite Crisis roster on March 26th, the same day as our Steam launch!

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Comic Book News

Superman Gets A New Haircut Post-Convergence

If you guessed DC Comics would be going back to their pre-52 Universe following Convergence, you guessed wrong (maybe in September?).

Earlier saw the controversial all-new Batman, and now it’s learned following Convergence Superman will have a new haircut to go along with his new powers.

Superman’s new power – the Super Flare – when used strips him of all his super powers essentially leaving him as vulnerable as a plain ol‘ human for 24 hours.

DC released the cover and solicit for June’s Superman #41, which shows off the new super do as well as teases a big secret.

SUPERMAN #41
Written by Gene Luen Yang
Art and cover by John Romita Jr. and Klaus Janson
The Joker variant cover by Karl Kerschl
On sale June 24 • 32 pages, FC, $3.99 U.S. • Rated T
The epic new story line “TRUTH” continues with the debut of the amazing new creative team of new writer Gene Luen Yang (“American Born Chinese”) and continuing artists John Romita Jr. and Klaus Janson! What will happen when the big secret is revealed?

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TV News

DC Animated Shows & Cartoon Network Series Being Yanked From Netflix

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Movie News

Now Michelle Rodriguez Says To Write Our Own Mythology & Stop Being Lazy (Video)

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Lately, Hollywood has been replacing white characters with minority actors, and while their spiel is usually “the best actor got the job,” some think it to be a form of racial diversity.

Earlier saw Fast and Furious actress Michelle Rodriquez questioned about potentially playing Green Lantern, with Rodriguez laughing it off and suggesting Hollywood stop replacing white superheroes and come up with their own.

Now Rodriguez has taken to her Facebook page to further clarify her statements.

You can watch the video below or check out the text:

Yeah, guys, I want to clarify about my comment yesterday. I stuck my foot in my mouth once again, and I said that people should stop trying to steal white people’s superheroes. I guess it got taken out of context ’cause a lot of people got offended or whatever. I have a tendency to speak without a filter. Sorry about that. 

What I really meant was that ultimately at the end of the day there’s a language, and the language that you speak in Hollywood is successful franchise. I think there are many cultures in Hollywood – that are not white – that can come up with their own mythology. I mean we all get it from the same reservoir of life. The fountain of life, and it doesn’t matter what culture you come from. I’m just saying that instead of trying to turn a girl character into a guy, or instead of trying to turn a white character into a black character or a latin character, I think that people should stop being lazy. People should actually make an effort in Hollywood to develop their own mythology. And you know what? If being American is your mythology, and the American culture is deep embedded into who you are and what makes you or the archetype that you are trying to portray in a Hollywood feature or in a comic book — so be that, but I’m just saying that the different cultures from around the world that are in Hollywood – latin, black, asian, so on and so forth – considered “minorities,” because there are not a lot of writers representing them, they should start focusing that on making that a serious priority.

It’s not about taking Catwoman or Superman or Green Lantern or whatever these characters are and trying to make them fit to whatever cultural background you are. I just feel like it should be more creative than that. I think that people need to stop being lazy. That’s what I meant by my comment. You know, I’m taking it to heart as well. I’m considering this while I am out there coming up with projects to do and things to write. I just think it’s time to stop. Stop trying to take what’s already there and try to fit culture into it. I think it’s time for us to write our own mythology and our own story. Every culture. That’s what I really mean, and I am sorry if it came off rude or stupid. It’s not what I meant.

So cheers.

 

Post by Michelle Rodriguez.
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Movie Trailers

Watch: Superman: Forbidden Power Animated Short

Watch a cool Superman animated short with “Forbidden Power” that was inspired by the Richard Donner movies.

YouTube Michael Lee-Graham offered the following:

My favourite scene in all the Superman films is regarded by most as his most preposterous feat. The moment Superman forbids Jor-Els instructions and uses his powers to interfere with human history was a scene that always stuck with me. In homage to Richard Donners Superman, I’ve created a short, visceral animation of that moment in order to pay respect to my favourite superhero.

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TV News

Supergirl Casting Call Reveals Superman

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We had Tom Welling and Brandon Routh at the same time, and that sort of worked out.

Now another Man of Steel may be joining Henry Cavill.

According to a casting call for the CBS Supergirl TV series, the show is looking for someone who is described as: “5-foot-11 or taller,” “square-jawed” and has “a ripped physique.”

It’s noted the part is for a ” DC Comic Superhero” and those interested must write “SUPERMAN” in the subject line (via Project Casting).

The Supergirl synopsis also made mention of Superman:

Based on the DC Comics character, the drama tells the story of Kara Zor-El, who was born on the planet Krypton, but escaped amid its destruction years ago. Since arriving on Earth, she’s been hiding the powers she shares with her famous cousin Superman. But now, at age 24, she decides to embrace her superhuman abilities and be the hero she was always meant to be.

The Supergirl series is set to star Melissa Benoist as Supergirl,  Mehcad Brooks as Jimmy Olsen, Laura Benanti as Alura Zor-El and Calista Flockhart as Cat Grant.

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Movie News

Watch: Jude Law Talks About How He Almost Became Superman

Prior to Superman Returns, Brett Ratner was supposed to direct the first of a new Superman trilogy, “Supermayn Flyby,” with the script written by J.J. Abrams.

The studio’s choice to play Superman was Jude Law.

Above you can check out Jude Law recently talking with MTV as he recounts his experience turning down the studio, but does say for an instance, he was Superman.

The Ratner-Abrams Superman movie featured huge special effects and fight scenes as well as the death of Superman and the revelation that Lex Luthor was from Krypton.

Ratner apparently dropped out, blaming casting delays and feuds with producers.

McG then came onboard and backed out, with Bryan Singer eventually getting the gig and releasing Superman Returns in 2006.

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Movie News

Watch: Superman Lives Costume Test Footage

If you haven’t seen it, above you can check out the Superman Lives costume in action as the suit for the movie is featured in test footage.

Superman Lives was cancelled in the ’90s and said to feature the likes of Lex Luthor, Brainiac and Doomsday with Nicholas Cage selected to play Superman, based in part on the “Death of Superman” DC Comics storyline.

Kevin Smith wrote the script.

You can actually read Smith’s Superman Lives script online.

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Movie News

Watch: “One on One” Superman Short Film

Check out a cool Superman short film above with One On One.

The film was actually posted a few years ago to YouTube, back in 2012, about a year prior to Man of Steel.

It’s a really touching portrayal of Clark Kent and Superman done by Jake Thomas who obviously gets what being a super man is all about.

Nicely done.

One on One stars Erin Brown and John Nagle.

Described as:

Is it possible to believe in Superman and what he stands for, or is he mere child’s fantasy? “One on One,” the new fan film from director Jake Thomas, is a brilliant iteration of an ageless icon, a superhero film unlike any other.

Sarah, a runaway fourteen year-old in the city of Metropolis, encounters a persistent newspaper reporter named Clark Kent who won’t leave her alone until she agrees to an interview for his newspaper column. Ten questions — that’s all he asks. In their moments together, the fragments of her tragic life emerge, but her anger towards superheroes and Superman himself explodes in full force. If he is so great and so powerful, why is the world such a horrible place? Why doesn’t he do something about it? Does he even exist? In the end, the two realize that even when there are no easy answers, it’s possible to “look up in the sky” with hopeful eyes.

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Comic Book News

Geoff Johns Leaving Superman

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Superman #38 just saw Geoff Johns give Superman a new costume and a new power, and now it’s learned the DC Comics Chief Creative Officer is leaving the series.

Johns posted on DCComics.com that Superman #39 will be his last, with the new creative team to be announced.

Check it out:

Superman #38 came out yesterday and JR and I wanted to say thank you, because the issue sold out!

I have to admit, it’s a little bittersweet, because not only is it our final chapter of the Ulysses storyline, it’s also the penultimate issue to my short run on the title with the great and amazing John Romita Jr., as issue #39 will be my last.

I’m incredibly honored to have been the lucky writer working alongside JR on his first-ever monthly book for DC Comics and I’m extremely proud of the work we’ve done, especially the final issue of the run which dives deeper into the fallout from Superman’s new power.

You’ll find out the next team on Superman very soon. As for what’s next for me in the comic world besides JUSTICE LEAGUE with the amazing and talented Jason Fabok, you’ll have to ask my longtime friend and collaborator, the great Gary Frank…

Until then, I also wanted to say thank you to everyone for watching #DCTV every week!

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Comic Book News

Watch: Geoff Johns Talks Superman #38

An all-new episode of DC All Access is back today with DC Comics Chief Creative Officer Geoff Johns talking Superman #38.

The issue sees Superman taking on Ulysses, with the ensuing battle causing Superman to unleash a new power – the Super Flare.

Think you know the Man of Steel? Well, think again. In this exclusive DC All Access clip, Tiffany talks to Superman writer Geoff Johns about the just released Superman #38, in which Superman unleashes a destructive new power and makes a decision that will change the series forever.

You can check out full spoilers and a look inside Superman #38 as well.

Superman #38 is in stores today.

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Comic Book News

Superman #38 Spoilers

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Yesterday saw DC Comics reveal Superman’s new power: Super Flare.

Now Superman #38 is out today revealing the full story.

I’m actually surprised JMS didn’t think of this, but as a result of Superman using his Super Flare power, his cells are completely depleted of solar energy.

The kicker?

It takes 24 hours for his cells to recharge, which leaves Superman completely powerless aka a regular ol‘ human.

More spoilers from the issue include the Superman’s heat vision was a precursor to the new Super Flare ability; that using the Super Flare destroyed Superman’s New 52 costume, so Batman and Alfred create the new one, and Superman reveals his secret identity to Jimmy Olsen (via Newsarama).

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Comic Book News

Superman’s New Power Revealed

This week in DC Comics’s Superman #38, the Man of Steel will get a new power.

Now DC has released a teaser revealing the power to be – Super Flare.

I couldn’t help but think of the Watchmen, with Dr. Manhattan having been tricked into thinking he gave people cancer due to radiation.

Now is it possible Superman actually can do that?

Another comparision is that Superman can now go Super Saiyan ala Dragon Ball Z.

You can head on over here for a preview to Superman #38.

Update: Full spoilers for Superman #38 are now available.

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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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