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New Synopsis For ARROW Season 3 Teases Character Returns And More
The CW has released a new plot synopsis for the third season of Arrow, which has now entered production. It teases the aftermath of The Arrow’s victory over Slade Wilson at the end of last season, making the former vigilante a hero in the eyes of Starling City. However, this looks to be “The Calm” (the title of the season premiere) before the storm as a past villain reemerges. This villain is most likely Malcolm Merlyn, who will serve as a series regular this season. The synopsis also confirms that Quentin Lance survives his injuries at the end of the Season 2 finale, and hints at a plot point that…
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ARROW Star Stephen Amell To Host Warner Bros.’ “A Night of DC Entertainment” Television Panel At San Diego Comic-Con
Stephen Amell previously teased that he had big plans for Comic-Con this year, and now we know what he’s up to. Warner Bros. Television has announced that the Arrow star will serve as “master of ceremonies” for the panel “A Night of DC Entertainment,” which takes a look at DC’s television shows this fall, at San Diego Comic-Con 2014. The three-hour event will host the world premieres of The Flash and Gotham pilots, as well as new footage from Arrow Season 3 and Constantine. Amell will also introduce actors and producers from each show. More details can be found in the press release below. BURBANK, Calif. (July 8, 2014) —…
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Warner Bros. Announces Plans For Comic-Con 2014 – Batman 75 Celebrations, DC Video Games, Television, And More
Warner Bros. announced its full schedule for San Diego Comic-Con 2014 this week. However, noticeably absent is any mention of Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice and any future DC films. This has confused some fans, especially after reports of the studio announcing several DC titles at the convention. Despite this, WB is likely set to make a surprise announcement, ala the Batman v. Superman reveal at last year’s Comic-Con. What the studio does confirm is that there will be some celebrations for Batman’s 75th anniversary, including a “Legends of the Dark Knight” panel featuring Frank Miller, Jim Lee and more. We will also see the world premiere of Batman: Assault…
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Robbie Amell Cast As Ronnie Raymond/Firestorm In THE FLASH Series
Arrow star Stephen Amell’s cousin Robbie has finally landed a role in The CW’s take on the DC Universe. It has been announced that the Tomorrow People actor will play Ronnie Raymond, aka one-half of the DC superhero Firestorm, in the spin-off series The Flash. A recurring role which will start in Episode 3, Raymond will be Caitlin Snow’s fiance. The Arrow-verse version of the character is described a S.T.A.R. Labs maintenance worker who, “plays an integral part in the particle accelerator accident that transforms Barry Allen (Grant Gustin) into the titular speedster.” In a statement, Greg Berlanti shared his excitement for bringing Firestorm into this world and casting Amell.…
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Former Superman Brandon Routh Cast As The Atom/Ray Palmer For ARROW Season 3
Another casting announcement has been made for the third season of Arrow, and this one is easily the most exciting yet. According to TV Line, Brandon Routh – best known for playing the Man of Steel in 2006’s Superman Returns – is set to play none other than Ray Palmer, aka The Atom, in a recurring role. Arrow‘s version of the DC superhero is described as, “An unparalleled scientist and inventor, Ray will play an unexpected role in the lives of Oliver and (rumored love interest) Felicity as the new owner of Queen Consolidated. Palmer’s plans for Queen Consolidated’s Applied Sciences Division will be shrouded in mystery.” Routh is said…
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Don’t Expect Stephen Amell To Reprise ARROW Role In BATMAN V. SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE
For some time, fans have wanted to see Arrow and its upcoming spin-off The Flash to be connected to DC’s growing Cinematic Universe. Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice will expand this world in 2016, introducing many Justice League members in addition to its titular characters. Wonder Woman, Cyborg, Aquaman, and The Flash are all set to appear in some capacities. Naturally, many have wondered if Stephen Amell’s Arrow will make an appearance as well, setting up a bigger role in Justice League. This speculation only intensified after the actor teased big plans for Comic-Con outside of the Arrow panel. DC is expected to have a major film presence at…
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GOTHAM Casts Carol Kane And Kyle Massey For Recurring And Guest Star Roles
We have a couple of new additions to the cast of Fox’s latest television series, Gotham. According to TV Line, Taxi‘s Carol Kane has landed a recurring role in the Batman prequel. The Oscar nominee will play Gertrud Kapelput, the mother of Robin Lord Taylor’s Oswald Cobblepot. The character will first appear in the second episode of the series, and is described as, “A proud and faded beauty with delusions of grandeur.” With this addition, we can expect to learn more of the future Penguin’s backstory. TV Line has also learned that That’s So Raven actor Kyle Massey has been cast in Gotham in a guest star appearance. He will play a…
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These Four Villainous Characters Will Appear In BATMAN V. SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE
Just before the reveal of the new Superman costume, a juicy Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice report went online. Latino-Review has revealed that not one, not two, not three, but FOUR villainous roles will feature in the Justice League prequel, in addition to Lex Luthor. The site debunks rumors of Metallo and Joker appearing in the film, and that Callan Mulvey will not be playing either of those characters. However, the site adds, “If anything the Joker will be in the movie in spirit only because there is in important beat in the upcoming film that pertains to Batman’s past and his character arc.” The death of Jason Todd,…
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Peter Stormare Cast As Werner Zytle/Count Vertigo In ARROW Season 3
A version of DC’s Count Vertigo, called “The Count,” was one of the villains in Arrow‘s first season. The villain, played by Seth Gabel, returned for one episode in Season 2, where he was killed by Oliver. Fans have wanted to see a proper version of Vertigo on the series ever since, and now, we’re getting him. According to TV Guide, Prison Break actor Peter Stormare is set to play Werner Zytle in Arrow‘s third season premiere. Using the name “Vertigo,” Zytle will be the first villain Team Arrow encounters in Season 3. The character is the new dealer of the Vertigo drug. This news should please die hard fans of…
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First Look At Henry Cavill’s Superman In BATMAN V. SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE; New Interview With Director Zack Snyder
We got our first look at Ben Affleck’s Batman a couple months ago, and now, the latest promotional image for Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice has been released. Via USA Today, we have our first look at Henry Cavill’s tweaked Superman suit. Emphasis on “tweaked” – there are only a few changes to the suit seen in Man of Steel, particularly the belt buckle and gauntlets. It also looks like Superman is in Gotham – according to USA Today, Clark Kent will be present in Batman’s hometown, in addition to confronting Lex Luthor and working for the Daily Planet. In addition, USA Today has published a new interview with…