-
FLASH SPOILER Review: Episode 1×22- “Rogue Air”
The Flash (1×22) – “Rogue Air” Written by: Aaron and Todd Helbing Directed by: Douglas Aarniokoski This week opens from the point of view of Dr. Wells/Eobard Thawne as he asks the questions: “How would you feel if you lost everything you ever knew?” and “What would you sacrifice to get it back?” It turns out he’s still down in his bunker with Eddie and asking those questions of him. He then promises his ancestor that he will get everything he lost back. Barry meets Iris at Jitters and she shows him the two thousand return address labels she and Eddie have recently received and he reassures her…
-
Arrow, Episode 23, ‘My Name is Oliver Queen’ Review
One thing that has remained reliably about Arrow is that the show always delivers when it has to. Fortunately, the Season 3 finale is one of the better episodes this season. It’s just too bad that episodes of this quality were not the norm for most of the season. “My Name is Oliver Queen” does provide justification for the rolloercoaster of seemingly poor decisions made by various characters up until this point, but it still doesn’t provide ex post facto improvement to the majority of the rest of the season. The big questions for this episode were how Oliver was going to get out of this situation, but even more…
-
Behind the Scenes Look at SUPERGIRL
On the heels of yesterday’s first look and official announcement, the producers of Supergirl have given audiences a behind the scenes look and spoiler.tv has the video here: The producers talk about the cultural importance of Supergirl and her place in one of the most well-known mythologies in the world. As Zack Snyder was fond of saying while promoting Man of Steel, the Superman S-shield is the second most-recognized symbol in the world behind only the Christian Cross. The producers are intent on giving audiences a good look at Supergirl’s place in that mythos. One of the other things on display is the effects process for the show. There are…
-
Epic First Trailer for DC’S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW Released
Following its panel at Upfronts today, The CW has officially released the first trailer for DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, the latest installment in the universe created by Arrow and The Flash. In this series, a group of heroes and villains from both shows unite to take down a powerful threat and become legends. The trailer focuses on Oliver Queen, Barry Allen and time traveler Rip Hunter bringing together a new team that would take on Vandal Savage, a seemingly immortal adversary. The footage also reveals exactly how Sara Lance is resurrected and becomes the White Canary, and, yes, The Atom finally shrinks. Check out the trailer below, and stay tuned…
-
The CW Unveils 2015-2016 Schedule; LEGENDS OF TOMORROW Confirmed for Midseason Premiere
With The CW holding its Upfronts presentation today, the network has officially released its schedule for the 2015-2016 season. And it is not that different from the previous schedule. The Flash will stick to its 8 PM on Tuesdays slot, while iZombie immediately follows it at 9 PM. Meanwhile, Arrow will stay in the 8 PM on Wednesdays slot. And as previously expected, The CW’s latest comic book series, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, is being kept for the midseason lineup. As for an exact premiere date, expect the spin-off to debut in January or February. As for those rumors of The CW picking up Constantine after that show was cancelled…
-
First Promo Art for DC’S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW Released; Caity Lotz’s Character Revealed
The CW’s Upfronts panel is today, and with it, we have our first official look at its latest DC Comics adaptation, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. The network has released a new promotional image featuring the main cast, which consists of various supporting heroes and villains from both Arrow and The Flash. It also gives us our first looks at new characters Kendra Saunders/Hawkgirl and Rip Hunter. Perhaps most significantly, however, the image finally reveals who exactly Caity Lotz is playing in the spin-off series. After being killed off in the season three premiere of Arrow, fans have been wondering how Lotz’s Sara Lance will return. While we don’t know exactly…
-
First Trailer for CBS’ SUPERGIRL Now Online
After screening it at Upfronts today, CBS has officially released the first footage from Supergirl. In the lengthy trailer – six and a half minutes in length – we get a better sense of the pilot’s story, as well as plenty of action-packed footage. It also offers a look at the evolution of Kara’s costume and discovering her superpowers and backstory. Additionally, the trailer features plenty of references to Kara’s cousin, Superman. Check out the trailer below, and stay tuned for more as we have it. Supergirl is set to premiere on CBS sometime in November.
-
TNT President Offers Update on TITANS; Pilot to be “Very True” to Source Material
It was announced last fall that TNT was developing a television pilot called Titans, which is based on DC Comics’ Teen Titans. The potential series would star Dick Grayson as he evolves into the role of Nightwing. Other characters include Barbara Gordon, Raven, Starfire, Hawk and Dove. Since then, we’ve heard little on the project, with various casting and production rumors being unsubstantiated. But now, we have an official update, and it sounds promising. At TNT’s Upfronts panel today, president Kevin Reilly acknowledged that there has been quite a wait for Titans, but the hope is that “maybe this summer,” the network will lock down casting and a production start…
-
SUPERGIRL Set to Premiere in November; First Stills and Lengthy Plot Logline Released
CBS unveiled its 2015-2016 schedule at Upfronts today, and with it, we have plenty of goodies for Supergirl. In addition to the above promo image, it has been confirmed that the series will premiere in November on the network. It will air on Mondays at 8 PM EST, the same slot where Fox shows Gotham. It was inevitable, but this is the first time two DC Entertainment shows will air simultaneously on different networks. Click here for CBS’ full fall schedule. Additionally, the network has released a full plot synopsis for Supergirl, as well as two official stills. One image features Cat Grant, while another one offers a look at…
-
GOTHAM Upgrades Morena Baccarin’s Leslie Thompkins to Series Regular for Season Two
Dr. Leslie Thompkins, played by fan-favorite actress Morena Baccarin, was introduced as a recurring character in the first season of Fox’s Gotham. Baccarin, who is currently filming Deadpool for 20th Century Fox, had an option to become a series regular for the show’s second season, and it looks like that option is being used. TV Line has confirmed that Leslie Thompkins has been promoted to series regular status for season two of Gotham. In the Batman prequel series, the doctor is a love interest for Detective Jim Gordon, played by Ben McKenzie. It will be interesting to see where Thompkins’ story goes this season. Stay tuned for more as we have it. Gotham…