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The JUSTICE LEAGUE Unites in First Official Concept Art; First Look at Cyborg and Flash
Tonight, the “Dawn of the Justice League” special airs on The CW, promising a closer look at the DC Extended Universe. To celebrate, Warner Bros. has launched a Facebook page for “DC Films,” including a logo and concept art of the Justice League. The concept art features all six League members – Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg and The Flash – united. The piece provides our first glimpses at the latter two. It’s hard to make out exact details, and the finalized costumes will probably look a little different in live action. Otherwise, this is an exciting piece for DC fans who have wanted to see the Justice League…
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DC Movie News Bits: New BATMAN V SUPERMAN Promo Art, Ben Affleck “Inspired” by Zack Snyder, More From Chris Pine on WONDER WOMAN
For a while now, Ben Affleck has been reportedly planning to direct the next Batman solo film. He said last year that his playing Batman would give him an idea on how to make a superhero movie, while he also said that he would love to helm a Batman movie – if he has the time and the right idea. Now, this topic has come up in yet another interview. Speaking with USA Today, Affleck is asked about possibly telling his own story in the DC Extended Universe, as well as whether that was a reason for him to play Batman. He simply states that he was “inspired” by Batman v…
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Voice Cast for JUSTICE LEAGUE VS. TEEN TITANS Animated Movie Announced
With Batman: Bad Blood about to be released, DC Entertainment has given a first glimpse at its next animated venture. Justice League vs. Teen Titans, the third Justice League title in the New 52-inspired series, introduces the Teen Titans into this line of films. In addition to the first-look image above, we have a voice cast, courtesy of TV Insider. New cast members include Taissa Farmiga as Raven, Jake T. Austin as Blue Beetle, Brandon Soo Hoo as Beast Boy and Kari Wahlgren as Starfire. Additionally, Jon Bernthal – who plays Marvel’s Punisher on Netflix’s Daredevil and might get his own series – will voice Trigon, a key villain in Teen Titans…
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Soundtrack Details for Hans Zimmer and Junkie XL’s BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE Score Announced
Today, Warner Bros. and WaterTower Music have announced the soundtrack release for the Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice score, composed by Hans Zimmer and Junkie XL. The soundtrack is set to be released on March 18th, one week before the film’s release. It will be available digitally, on CD, deluxe 2-CD set, digital deluxe edition, and a limited edition 3-disc vinyl set. You can check out a sample of the first track, “Their War Here,” by clicking here. And you can click here to pre-order the soundtrack on iTunes. For all the details, including a full track list, check out the official press release below. BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF…
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Connie Nielsen Set to Play Queen Hippolyta in WONDER WOMAN
Warner Bros.’ Wonder Woman movie has been shooting in the UK for a couple months now. However, the highly anticipated superhero film has now cast a prominent role – Diana Prince’s mother, Queen Hippolyta. And no, it’s not Robin Wright. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Gladiator actress Connie Nielsen will play Hippolyta in Wonder Woman. Hippolyta is the Queen of Themiscyra and her people, the Amazons. This will mark Nielsen’s first comic book movie role; however, back in 2011, she was rumored for the role of Superman’s mother, Lara, in Man of Steel. Back when Warner Bros. announced the main Wonder Woman cast in November, Robin Wright was included, but her role wasn’t named.…
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Will the Legion of Superheroes Appear in One of DC’s Television Shows?
A while back, it was rumored that Warner Bros. was in early development on a Legion of Superheroes movie, based on DC Comics’ futuristic team of the same name. We haven’t heard anything more since, and the studio hasn’t even confirmed that the movie is happening. Regardless, it looks like the Legion might be popping up on the small screen. At the Television Critics Association tour (via TV Line) last weekend, DC’s Geoff Johns revealed that one of the company’s television shows will have some sort of reference to the Legion of Superheroes. “You’ll see a hint of the Legion on one of our shows. Keep watching.” He then expresses…
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Chris Pine Offers New Details on Steve Trevor Role in WONDER WOMAN
Chris Pine is currently promoting his new movie, The Finest Hours. During an interview with Toronto Sun on the film’s press tour, the actor inevitably talks about playing Steve Trevor in next year’s Wonder Woman. He offers some more insight into his character, as well as the World War I setting and director Patty Jenkins. Pine describes his take on Trevor, and he also comments on the movie’s themes. “Steve Trevor is a rogue-ish, cynical realist who’s seen the awful brutish nature of modern civilization. He’s a worldly guy, a charming guy and it’s going to be a great, fun film. There are some incredibly deep, interesting and morally relevant…
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Funko Announces DC Comics-Themed Subscription Box Service, “Legion of Collectors”
Funko has had much success with its subscription box services, such as the Marvel-themed “Collector Corps” and the Star Wars-themed “Smuggler’s Bounty.” Now, the company has announced that it is exploring the DC Universe with another series. Titled “Legion of Collectors,” this subscription box service will collect exclusive DC-themed products by Funko. The theme for the first box, which is out in March, is the Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice feature film. The box will cost $25, and a new box will be released every other month. The box will include an exclusive Pop! figure of Armored Batman, based on his appearance in the highly anticipated movie. The box…
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New Details on NBC’s POWERLESS Pilot; Which DC Heroes Will Be Referenced?
It was recently confirmed that NBC has ordered a pilot for Powerless, a workplace company set in the DC Universe. The potential series would focus on a group of ordinary humans, who work in an insurance company, and their perspective on the heroes of this world. Today, at the Television Critics Association tour, NBC’s Robert Greenblatt and Jennifer Salke spoke with IGN about DC’s latest small screen venture. Salke offers some new details on the pilot’s story, saying, “DC came in with a pitch and they’re very committed to… This is a world where superheroes are not only just on green screen out the window of this insurance office, but they’re…
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Jonah Hex is Coming to DC’s LEGENDS OF TOMORROW
DC’s Legends of Tomorrow will focus heavily on time travel, with the group of heroes and villains exploring different areas of time, past and future. One of these time periods will be the Old West, and while the team is there, it looks like they’ll be meeting a recognizable DC character: Jonah Hex. Marc Guggenheim confirms to Variety that Jonah Hex will be coming to DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. While the role has yet to be cast, the character will first appear in episode eleven of the show. Hex may become a recurring character on the show as well. Guggenheim says, “Ever since we decided that Legends would involve time travel,…





























