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Guest-Starring "AvX's" Brian Michael Bendis
In another "Avengers Vs. X-Men" special, best-selling scribe Brian Michael Bendis joins Axel Alonso to discuss collaboration, crime fiction, Moon Knight, "The Ultron War" and more.
Press Releases
Death is a Maiden in Image Comics' "Epic Kill"
2012 Harvey Awards Nomination Ballots Now Available
Neal Adams & Carmine Infantino Announced as Florida Supercon 2012 Guests of Honor
Dynamite Entertainment Revives "The Spider" In May
Dark Horse's "Avatar: The Last Airbender - The Promise" Tops Bookscan at #1
First "Amazing Spider-Man" Clip Debuts
TV/Film
Columbia Pictures has premiered the first clip from director Marc Webb's "Amazing Spider-Man," featuring Andrew Garfield as Peter Parker attempting to get past the doorman at Gwen Stacy's building.
11 hours ago
by Kevin Melrose
BOOM! Studios Titles On Sale February 22, 2012
Comic Books
BOOM! Studios has provided CBR with advance looks at new titles on sale February 22, including "Incorruptible" #27 and "Too Much Coffee Man; Cutie Island," a collection of Shannon Wheeler's classic strips!
13 hours ago
by CBR News Team
REVIEW: "Blue Beetle" #6
Comic Books
Doug Zawisza gives "Blue Beetle" #6 5 stars, calling the series from writer Tony Bedard and artist Ig Guara "one of the very best titles from DC."
14 hours ago
Your Joe Kubert Sequence
Comic Books
ROBOT 6's Matt Seneca explores a page of Hawkman drawn by the legendary Joe Kubert, a page with "one of comics’ greatest cartoonists breaking all the rules he can.
15 hours ago
"Fringe" Season 4: 5 Questions About "A Better Human Being"
TV/Film
How can Olivia remember things she's never experienced? Last night's episode of Fox's Fringe asked the big questions, and SPINOFF has five more to think about.
16 hours ago
A Collection of Comic Book Easter Eggs!
Comic Books
Every week, CSBG examines three different examples of in-jokes and references that comic book creators have hidden in their work. Come see the whole collection of classic "Easter Eggs!"
17 hours ago
Follow CBR on Twitter!
Comic Books
One of the best ways to get the latest news from CBR is by following us on Twitter. To keep up with all the comic book news, views and reviews, follow us and retweet this so we can break the 40,000 follower mark!
18 hours ago
CDC Uses "The Walking Dead" to Teach Emergency Preparedness
TV/Film
The Center for Disease Control is up to its old zombie tricks, this time using AMC's "The Walking Dead" as a teaching tool for natural disaster preparation.
Fri, February 17th, 2012
New "Avengers" Image Spotlights Thor and Agent Phil Coulson
TV/Film
Marvel has premiered a new image from "The Avengers" featuring Chris Hemsworth as Thor and Clark Gregg as Agent Phil Coulson aboard the S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier.
Fri, February 17th, 2012
REVIEW: "Road Rage" #1
Comic Books
Ryan K. Lindsay gives Joe Hill, Stephen King and Chris Ryall's "Road Rage" #1 4 stars, calling the short story adaptation "a nasty book reveling in the fun to be had with such gore."
Fri, February 17th, 2012
Teen Titans Enjoy Pizza, Burping in New Scene from DC Nation
TV/Film
Cartoon Network has premiered a new clip from DC Nation's "New Teen Titans" series of all-new shorts based on the 2006 animated series.
Fri, February 17th, 2012
Remender and McKone Unload on "Uncanny X-Force"
Comic Books
Rick Remender and Mike McKone host Marvel's final Next Big Thing press conference call of the week, dishing on the next arc of "Uncanny X-Force," "Final Execution." It's X-Force vs. the Omega Clan, and CBR has the details.
Fri, February 17th, 2012
by Shaun Manning
REVIEW: "Daredevil" #9
Comic Books
Ryan K. Lindsay gives "Daredevil" #9 4.5 stars, calling Mark Waid and Paolo Rivera's arc conclusion "horrifying, strange, smart and an experience not to be missed."
Fri, February 17th, 2012
EXCL. PREVIEW: "Archie Meets Kiss: Part 4"
Comic Books
Archie Comics has provided CBR with an exclusive look at "Archie" #630, the final chapter of Alex Segura and Dan Parent's epic "Archie Meets Kiss" crossover! The story concludes February 22!
Fri, February 17th, 2012
Digital Comic Resources: ComicsPRO, Archie on Facebook
Comic Books
Brian Hibbs returns from ComicsPRO with interesting notes on publishers' views on digital comics, Archie sells direct through its Facebook page, ROBOT 6 debuts art from Dark Horse's latest digital-only series and more.
Fri, February 17th, 2012
by Brigid Alverson
THE OWL SIGNAL: Lobdell Hunts Owls with "Red Hood & The Outlaws"
Comic Books
Scott Lobdell accompanies Red Hood, Starfire and Arsenal to Gotham City for "Night of the Owls" where the non-team tangles with the Court of Owls and Mr. Freeze. Plus, an exclusive peek at Freeze's new look!
Fri, February 17th, 2012
by Steve Sunu
Comic Book Legends Revealed: Greatest American Hero, Warren Ellis
Comic Books
Was "Greatest American Hero" nearly a Superboy TV series? Did Warren Ellis use a loophole to kill off his Stormwatch characters? Plus, a Mutt and Jeff comic about...suicide?!!?
Fri, February 17th, 2012
COMMENTARY TRACK: Al Ewing on "Ninjettes" #1
Comic Books
Writer Al Ewing dives into a behind-the-scenes look at the influences on and his plans for "Ninjettes," the newly-launched Dynamite spin-off title expanding on the world of Garth Ennis' "Jennifer Blood."
Fri, February 17th, 2012
by CBR News Team
Amazing Spider-Man, Man of Steel, X-Men: First Class 2: February 17th Comic Reel
TV/Film
Stuntman Ilram Choi speaks to "Amazing Spider-Man" acrobatics! A possible scene description from "Man of Steel!" Simon Kinberg teases "X-Men: First Class 2" script! Plus, "Transformers 4," "Zorro Reborn" and more!
Fri, February 17th, 2012
by Steve Sunu
Gage's "X-Men Legacy" Goes on an Exodus
Comic Books
CBR News spoke with "X-Men: Legacy" writer Christos Gage about his plans including a battle with Exodus, an encounter with two former Dark X-Men, and an "Avengers Vs. X-Men" tie-in.
Fri, February 17th, 2012
by Dave Richards
Comics A.M. - Archie, Graphicly Partner to Sell Comics via Facebook
Comic Books
Archie to sell digital comics through its Facebook page! More from ComicsPRO annual meeting! Second annual Indian Comic Con kicks off! Larry Young on creator contracts! Plus much more!
Fri, February 17th, 2012
Mackie Explores N.O.W.H.E.R.E. and Adolescence In "The Ravagers"
Comic Books
CBR News spoke with Howard Mackie about DC Comics' upcoming "Second Wave" title, "The Ravagers." Mackie described his plans for the book and the meta-teens from N.O.W.H.E.R.E.
Fri, February 17th, 2012
by Josie Campbell
Edgar Rice Burroughs Inc. Sues Dynamite Over John Carter, Tarzan
Comic Books
The family-owned company that holds the existing rights to the works of Edgar Rice Burroughs has sued Dynamite Entertainment, accusing the publisher of trademark infringement and unfair competition.
Fri, February 17th, 2012
by Kevin Melrose
The CBR Review: "Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance"
Comic Books
"Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance" is the second film outing for Nic Cage as Johnny Blaze, and a much more successful one thanks to "Crank" directors Neveldine and Taylor.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by Katie Calautti
Marvel Comics On Sale February 22, 2012
Comic Books
Courtesy of Marvel, CBR brings you advance looks at new titles on sale next Wednesday including "Captain America & Bucky" #627, "Deadpool" #51, "New Mutants" #38, "Uncanny X-Force" #22 and more.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by CBR News Team
THE OWL SIGNAL: Winick Juggles "Catwoman," "Dark Knight" & "Batwing" in "Night of the Owls"
Comic Books
Writer Judd Winick speaks to CBR's THE OWL SIGNAL about how May's "Night of the Owls" event affects "Catwoman," "Batwing," and his fill-in issue of "Batman: The Dark Knight."
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by Josie Campbell
REVIEW: "Glory" #23
Comic Books
Kelly Thompson gives "Glory" #23 4 stars calling Joe Keatinge and Ross Campbell's relaunch of the Extreme Studios title "some of the most innovative and ballsy work comics has seen for a long time."
Thu, February 16th, 2012
Julie Taymor and "Spider-Man" Musical Producers Settle Royalties Feud
Comic Books
"Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark" producers have settled with ousted director Julie Taymor, who will receive $9,750 a week in royalties as part of the settlement.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
Hickman & Humphries Tackle "Ultimate Comics: Ultimates"
Comic Books
Marvel's week of Next Big Thing press conference calls continues with Jonathan Hickman, Sam Humphries and editor Sana Amanat on the next arc of "Ultimate Comics: Ultimates." Humphries will co-write the series beginning with #10.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by Shaun Manning
Nocenti, Gaydos Join McMillian for "True Blood" Ongoing
Comic Books
"Green Arrow" scribe Ann Nocenti and "True Blood" star Michael McMillian have been confirmed to write IDW's "True Blood" ongoing series with Michael Gaydos on art. The series premieres in May.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by Steve Sunu
Matthew Forsythe Asks "Jinchalo?"
Comic Books
Cartoonist Matthew Forsythe discusses "Jinchalo," his new book from Drawn & Quarterly, drawing picture books, "Comics Class" from Koyama Press and making the transition to being a full-time artist.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by Alex Dueben
"Smallville's" Kristin Kreuk to Star in The CW's "Beauty and the Beast"
Comic Books
"Smallville" alum Kristin Kreuk returns to The CW in the network's reboot of the 1980s CBS drama "Beauty and the Beast." SPINOFF has the details.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
EXCL. PREVIEWS: "Fantastic Four," "Ultimate Comics Spider-Man"
Comic Books
Marvel has provided CBR with exclusive advance looks at Brian Michael Bendis and Chris Samnee's "Ultimate Comics Spider-Man" #7 and Jonathan Hickman and Barry Kitson's "Fantastic Four" #603!
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by CBR News Team
First Look: New "Teen Titans" Short From Cartoon Network’s DC Nation
TV/Film
A new clip provides our first peek at the new Teen Titans animated shorts airing as part of Cartoon Network's DC Nation programming block, which premieres Saturday, March 3.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
"Darksiders II" Official Release Date, Pre-Order Incentives
Video Games
Hitting consoles everywhere on June 26, Joe Madueira's "Darksiders II" is officially available for pre-order with a variety of incentive-loaded packages to choose from.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by Robert Workman
The Avengers, John Carter, G.I Joe: Retaliation: February 16th Comic Reel
TV/Film
Details on "The Avengers" opening sequence! New "John Carter" clips and images! Jon Chu and Dwayne Johnson talk "G.I. Joe: Retaliation!" Plus, "Man of Steel," "Arrow" and more!
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by Steve Sunu
Are Marvel's Digital Bootlegs an Inside Job? UPDATED
Comic Books
While new releases are digitally bootlegged within hours of their official release, evidence suggests indicating Marvel's pirates may reside inside the House of Ideas. UPDATED: The mystery has been solved!
Thu, February 16th, 2012
Waid Sends Daredevil to the Underworld
Comic Books
CBR News spoke with writer Mark Waid about his plans for "Daredevil" including a two-part Mole Man arc and the three-part "Omega Effect" crossover featuring Spider-Man and the Punisher.
Thu, February 16th, 2012
by Dave Richards
The Line It Is Drawn - After "Watchmen"
Comic Books
Our artists draw your suggestions of wild and bizarre ideas for stories that could possibly follow "Watchmen" #12. Like, say, the Reign of the Rorschachs? Or Nite Owl and Silk Spectre: the talk show? All this and more!
Thu, February 16th, 2012
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