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5 Ideas for More DC Originals by HBO Max
Recently, we have seen a surge in the number of streaming services available to consumers. One upcoming service that seems to stand above the rest is HBO Max. This service will host Warner Bros.‘ massive IP collection, including DC. Specifically, HBO Max will feature original DC shows such as Green Lantern, Strange Adventures, and DC Super Hero High. There is also talk of creating movies for the platform. But why stop there? The worlds of DC are massive, and they not only need to be properly represented on screen, but they would also continue to boost this new streaming service. Below, we list five DC originals that we want to…
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DC UNIVERSE Finds Their SWAMP THING
Andy Bean (The Divergent Series: Allegiant) and Derek Mears (Friday the 13th 2009) has been cast as the titular character in DC Universe’s Swamp Thing. Bean will be playing scientist Alec Holland, and Mears will be playing the creature Bean transforms into – the Swamp Thing. The James Wan project continues to add to its cast. Mears and Bean join Jennifer Beals (The Book of Eli), Crystal Reed (Teen Wolf), and Maria Sten. Here’s the official character synopsis on Alec Holland and Swamp Thing respectively: Passionate biologist Alec Holland is caught in the cross-hairs of a small town nightmare when he discovers a bizarre local illness may be connected to his work in the swamp. Holland’s…
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Jennifer Beals Joins SWAMP THING
Swamp Thing has found another one of its leads. Straight from DC themselves, we have news that Jennifer Beals (The Book of Eli) has been cast as Sheriff Lucilia Cable, an original character. We don’t have too much to go on because the character doesn’t have a comic book origin, but DC was kind enough to give us some character details. Tough as nails and pragmatic, Sheriff Lucilia Cable’s fierce devotion to her son, Matt, is rivaled only by her sworn duty to serve and protect the town of Marais. As the community she has dedicated her life to defending is beset by strange forces, Lucilia must double down in her efforts…
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SWAMP THING Writer Teases Costume and Hard R-Rated Approach
For you that are unaware, DC Comics’ upcoming Swamp Thing show and recent Conjuring spinoff The Nun share screenwriters. But I guess that’s Nun of my business. During an interview with /Film, Gary Dauberman talks about Swamp Thing among some other stuff. He confirms that, just like Titans, the show will be rated R (and a hard one at that). They want to try and push it as hard as they can. He also confirmed that Alan Moore’s run of the creature is their main inspiration, and he mentioned that the creature will not be CGI but an actual suit. What do you think about this? Comment below and let…
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SWAMP THING Series Adds Two Actresses to Cast
If there is something I think we all agree upon, is that DC seems to be all out with its upcoming streaming service, DC Universe. Deadline has recently reported that two actresses are joining their upcoming Swamp Thing television show. The first actress is Crystal Reed, playing the role of Abigail Arcane. For you that are aware of the Swamp Thing mythos, Abigail Arcane is the wife of Swamp Thing, created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson. Her first appearance was in Swamp Thing #3 in 1973. This marks Reed’s second DC TV role; she previously played Sofia Falcone on Gotham. The second actress is Maria Sten, who will be playing…
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TV News Bits: SWAMP THING, YOUNG JUSTICE, and ARROW
Welcome back to TV News Bits! First up on the docket, DC Universe news. The Swamp Thing pilot is set to be directed by Len Wiseman(Underworld). Swamp Thing follows CDC researcher Abby Arcane as she returns to investigate a swamp-borne virus in her hometown in Louisiana. She falls in love with another scientist only to lose him, but find a chance in recovering him… from the swamp. Swamp Thing is set to start filming this fall in North Carolina, and will premiere sometime early next year. Next up, Young Justice: Outsiders! We got new footage for the long awaited return of Young Justice. The trailer stars Nightwing/Dick Grayson as he’s infiltrating a place in…
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New Information About DC Universe; SWAMP THING is in its Own Universe
If there is anything DC fans were waiting for outside of the MARVEL-ous trailers that they showed, it was information about the upcoming streaming service, DC Universe, courtesy of Cnet. If you have $8 per month, then DC Universe might be something for you since they will give you access to a ton of comics, animated movies or tv shows. But if you aren’t into that, don’t you worry. There will be live action products, with Titans being its flagship title on that area. If you are interested in getting it for a whole year, the cost will be $75. DC Universe will also add some forums for fans to communicate with each other.…
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DC Universe Details Announced; Will Include Older Movies and TV Shows, Comics and More
DC Entertainment has finally shared some details on its upcoming streaming service, DC Universe. And based on the announcement, it sounds like a must for any DC fan. DC Universe will be anchored by original shows, beginning with this year’s Titans. 2019 will see the arrivals of four more shows – Young Justice: Outsiders, Harley Quinn, Swamp Thing, and Doom Patrol. But in addition to the originals, DC Universe will feature the company’s older movies and television shows, both live action and animated. Everything from Richard Donner’s Superman to Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox to Batman: The Animated Series will be available on the platform. On top of that, DC Universe…
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James Wan Reportedly Set to Co-Direct SWAMP THING Pilot
Last month, it was announced that DC is developing a new Swamp Thing show for its upcoming streaming service, DC Universe. One very interesting thing is that it is being executive produced by James Wan, who directs DC Films’ next title, Aquaman. Now, it looks like Wan will have another role to play. According to That Hashtag Show, Wan is on board to direct the Swamp Thing pilot alongside Deran Sarafian. While Sarafian doesn’t have the blockbuster experience than Wan has, he has a history of directing for television, including Buffy the Vampire Slayer and House. Swamp Thing has been ordered for 13 episodes. The show will begin production later…
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DC Announces Streaming Service Title, Adds SWAMP THING Series to Slate
DC Entertainment has announced some preliminary details on its streaming service, which will include a slew of exclusive original shows. The service is called DC Universe, and it promises to be the “ultimate” membership for DC fans. Called a unique digital experience, DC Universe will give fans unlimited access to its original shows. So far, the shows include the live action Titans and the animated shows Young Justice: Outsiders and Harley Quinn. And now, DC has announced a fourth title: Swamp Thing. Per THR, the Swamp Thing series will be showrun by Mark Verheiden and Gary Dauberman, with Aquaman director James Wan on board as an executive producer. The show has…
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