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Geoff Johns Shifting to New Role for Warner Bros. and DC; Will Write GREEN LANTERN CORPS Movie
Comic book writer Geoff Johns was appointed as DC Entertainment’s Chief Creative Officer in 2010, before being hired as a President in 2016. Today, Johns is exiting those roles, but that doesn’t mean he’s totally leaving Warner Bros. or DC. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Johns has signed a new exclusive deal for writing and producing with WB and DC. As a result, he has stepped down from the roles of CCO and President at DC Entertainment. Replacing him in the former role is Jim Lee, who will continue to act as co-publisher alongside Dan DiDio. As part of his new deal, Johns has launched a production banner, Mad Ghost…
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ANT-MAN AND THE WASP Covers Latest Issue of Empire Magazine
We’re less than a month away from the release of Marvel’s next blockbuster, Ant-Man and The Wasp, and marketing is in full swing. This week’s issue of Empire adds to the promotion, featuring the movie as the cover story. In addition to the primary cover, Empire will release a subscribers-exclusive cover drawn by Marvel Studios concept artist Andy Park. The issue will be full of exclusive info, including images and details on Hope van Dyne’s Wasp costume. In addition to this movie, Empire will explore other upcoming films, including Sony’s Venom. Check out the covers below, and stay tuned for more as we have it. The issue hits shelves on Thursday,…
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Bandai Namco Announces Anime Crossover Game JUMP FORCE
Microsoft held its Xbox conference today for E3, and there, they debuted a lot of new games. One of the biggest highlights is the reveal of Bandai Namco’s latest project, which should make anime fans happy. Jump Force is a new title designed to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Shonen Jump. The game unites characters from Dragon Ball Z, Naruto, One Piece, Death Note, and more in an epic crossover. This is the first time Shonen Jump characters have joined forces since 2014’s J-Stars Victory VS. The new game will be available on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Check out the trailer and more details below. And click HERE to…
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TV News Bits: TITANS, LEGENDS OF TOMORROW, THE GIFTED, GOTHAM, LUKE CAGE
DC Universe’s Titans is finally wrapping production soon, but before that, we have a breakdown for one more character, courtesy of That Hashtag Show. According to the site, the show is looking to cast a character with codenamed David, a 20-something male with dark hair. David is described as a powerful and merciless individual, and he is kept as a prisoner in a mysterious lab. David would have a guest starring role in the show’s 13th episode (aka season finale), but has the option to be a series regular for future seasons. Omega Underground has also shared an audition tape for the character. While the character is unknown, That Hashtag…
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Two More Writers Working on SUICIDE SQUAD 2
It’s been a while since we got an update on the Suicide Squad sequel. Originally set to begin production this fall, the film was pushed back to accommodate for Harley Quinn spinoff Birds of Prey. But now, we have word of two new writers who have been added to the team. Writer/actor Todd Stashwick has told DC Movie News (via Batman-News) that he is working on the Suicide Squad 2 script, alongside David Bar Katz and director Gavin O’Conner. While Stashwick has written for comics, TV and video games in the past, this marks his first film screenplay. He adds that he’s a “lifelong” DC Comics fan, and he has been…
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Matthew Vaughn Confirms Plans for KINGSMAN Cinematic Universe and KICK-ASS Reboot
Matthew Vaughn has been a frequent collaborator with comic book writer Mark Millar, having adapted his work with 2010’s Kick-Ass and the two Kingsman movies. Now, he’s confirmed that he will continue working on both franchises, via his Marv Studios. Speaking with Empire Online, Vaughn reveals plans for a Kick-Ass reboot. He says to look at current comics for a hint on the franchise’s new direction. In the latest comics, an African-American single mother named Patience Lee took on the mantle of Kick-Ass. Vaughn also says that a solo film for Hit-Girl is being discussed; that will either focus on her older self or on her younger self with Big…
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IRON FIST Season 2 Will Arrive This Year
Production recently wrapped on Iron Fist‘s second season. While a lot of details are still under wraps, it looks like the new season will be out sooner than expected. During a Reddit AMA, Marvel television head Jeph Loeb confirmed that Iron Fist season two is “coming this year.” Netflix has already released Jessica Jones season two this year, with Luke Cage‘s second season arriving later this month. And while a date isn’t confirmed yet, it was announced previously that Daredevil season three is also coming this year. So, unless Daredevil is pushed back to 2019, Iron Fist will push Netflix’s Marvel output to four shows a year, setting a new record. Initially,…
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President Diane Nelson Leaving DC Entertainment and Warner Bros.
A few months ago, Diane Nelson, president of DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Consumer Products, took an unexpected leave of absence. She cited family-related issues for her break. Now, however, it looks like her break will be a permanent one. It has been announced (via The Hollywood Reporter) that Diane Nelson is leaving Warner Bros. and DC, after more than 20 years of working with the studio. Nelson joined DC as president in 2009, playing a critical role in bringing the company’s film, TV, and video game divisions closer together, and on the same page with WB. Nelson oversaw a more talent-friendly revitalization in comics, while DC’s television portfolio became…
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Full Trailer for SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE Released
Sony has released a new trailer for its animated Spider-Man movie, Into the Spider-Verse. The film marks the big screen debut of Miles Morales, the Ultimate Spider-Man who was created in 2011. The trailer is chock full of new footage, depicting Miles being trained by an older Peter Parker. The trailer also shows off the movie’s jaw-dropping animation, new characters, and so much more. Check it out below, and stay tuned for more as we have it. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse hits theaters on December 14th.
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Wally West Won’t Be a Series Regular on LEGENDS OF TOMORROW Next Season
Keiynan Lonsdale’s Wally West was a key supporting character on The Flash for a couple years, before leaving during its fourth season. He went on to join Legends of Tomorrow in the second half of this past season, and he was arguably a better fit there than he ever was on Flash. Unfortunately, even that has to come to an end. According to TV Line, Lonsdale will not be returning to Legends of Tomorrow season four – at least as a series regular. No reason was given for the exit, but the door is open for him to return in the future in any capacity. However, Wally will pop up…
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