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Author: John Sabato

  • “Conan The Barbarian” Series in Development at Netflix

    “Conan The Barbarian” Series in Development at Netflix

    A new live-action adaption based on Conan The Barbarian has been put into development over at Netflix. The project is currently on the hunt for a writer or showrunner. The project is currently being developed by Frederik Malmberg and Mark Wheeler from Pathfinder Media. This is planned to be the first of many projects developed from Netflix’s deal with Conan Properties International. Netflix now has full access to its library for any form of adaptation. Sadly, it is unclear to say how long this will be stuck in early development limbo. Netflix has a habit of greenlighting projects long before they even enter pre-production. It will be interesting to see which stories they will adapt from the character.

    Conan The Barbarian was created by Robert E. Howard. He also is the mind that brought us Red Sonja, Thulsa Doom, Solomon Kane, and Kull of Atlantis. Its been nine years since the last time we saw the character on screen. He was played by Jason Momoa at the time. Most might fondly remember the 1982’s Conan The Barbarian starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. The character has seen a lot of success through comics and games. He even made recurring appearances in DC comics fighting alongside Wonder Woman. Amazon actually tried to develop a drama series two years ago. Currently, it is unclear how far in development they got before Netflix purchased the rights. It is great to see the character get another chance at a live-action adaptation. The character has a rather deep history and lore that would be worth exploring in its own franchise.

    Source: Deadline

  • Tom Sturridge In talks to Lead Netflix’s “Sandman”

    Tom Sturridge In talks to Lead Netflix’s “Sandman”

    Back in July of 2019, Netflix announced that it had begun the development of a live-action adaption of the popular Vertigo comic series Sandman. Creator Neil Gaiman was also to be heavily involved in the process. It was announced that Netflix had given the project an 11-episode green light. Allan Heinberg set to write and serve as showrunner on the project. Gaiman and David S. Goyer are to serve as executive producers. After Gaiman recently revealed on September 27th that the project would begin shooting in a mere three weeks, it seems we finally have our first bit of casting.

    The pandemic has delayed quite a few productions, so it was unsure if they will stick to the production start. Well, it looks like the project is moving ahead, as Tom Sturridge is reportedly in talks to play the titular character himself, Sandman. He is one who goes by many names such as Morpheus, Dream, Kai’ckul, or Oneiros. He is one of seven all-powerful beings that represent endless ideas. The other beings being Death, Desire, Despair, Destruction, Destiny, and Delirium. Sturridge has worked on various projects, such as Velvet Buzzsaw and Mary Shelley. The project currently has no set release date and has made no further castings, more could come as filming gets closer and closer in the coming weeks.

    Source: Collider

  • ‘PEACEMAKER’ Original Series in the works at HBO Max

    Following last month’s explosive DC Fandome panel, we got our first look at James Gunns The Suicide Squad. It revealed the newest roster of the team of misfit villains. In a surprising turn of events, it seems that the spotlight will shine on particular character following the film’s release. John Cena‘s Peacemaker will be getting his own HBO Max series.

    Gunn revealed that he would be sticking around in the DC Universe for a little bit longer. He has begun development of an original series for the HBO Max streaming service that’ll follow the The Suicide Squad character. Gunn is set to write all episodes and will direct a few. Producer Peter Safran also set return to work on the project with John Cena reprising the role. Peacemaker will consist of an eight-episode run. A release date for the project is currently unknown but production is set to begin early 2021 before Gunn gets to work on Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 3.

    Peacemaker is an opportunity to delve into current world issues through the lens of this superhero/supervillain/and the world’s biggest douchebag. I’m excited to expand The Suicide Squad and bring this character from the DC film universe to the full breadth of a series. And of course, to be able to work again with John, Peter, and my friends at Warner Bros. is the icing on the cake.

    Cena also shared his enthusiasm for the show.

    Peacemaker is an opportunity to delve into current world issues through the lens of this superhero/supervillain/and world’s biggest douchebag. I’m excited to expand The Suicide Squad and bring this character from the DC film universe to the full breadth of a series. And of course, to be able to work again with John, Peter, and my friends at Warner Bros. is the icing on the cake.

    The Suicide Squad is in theaters August 6th, 2021, and will star Margot Robbie, Idris Elba, John Cena, Joel Kinnaman, Viola Davis, and many more

    Source: WarnerMedia

  • ‘SUPERGIRL’ To End With Season 6

    ‘SUPERGIRL’ To End With Season 6

    Following a cliffhanger ending to its fifth season, Supergirl is set to make one final flight in 2021. The show is set to end with the conclusion of its upcoming sixth season. It is set to begin production later this month and will consist of 20 episodes. As a result of the pandemic, the last season had to end production early, so this will be a direct continuation. It is unclear if Mellissa Benoist or David Harewood will have a future with the establishment of the Justice League but it seems likely. It’ll be interesting to see how they wrap up the series and what it means for the Arrowverse overall. Benoist recent tweet on the cancelation may be an indicator that Supergirl won’t be sticking around.

    https://twitter.com/MelissaBenoist/status/1308507326752514048?s=19

    The show first premiered on CBS but moved to CW for its second season. There it became a staple in the channels comic book line-up. It followed Kara Zor-El, the long lost cousin of Kal-El. She was lost in the Phantom Zone before she eventually landed on earth and taking up the mantle of Supergirl. Eventually, she would make up one-third of the universes trinity alongside Green Arrow and The Flash. The conclusion was confirmed by Berlanti Productions on Tuesday.

    This news doesn’t feel all that shocking due to the development of Superman and Lois. It is planned to follow the post-crisis life of Clark and Lois who now, as a result of Crisis, have two teenage sons. They’ve also moved back to Smallville where Clark will learn to balance the life of hero and a father. Superman and Lois will be joining The Flash, Legends of Tomorrow, Black Lightning, and Batwoman. The latter’s second season will introduce us to Javicia Leslie, who will take up the mantle of Batwoman following Ruby Rose’s exit.

    Supergirl stars Melissa Benois, David Harewood, Chyler Leigh, Katie Mcgrath, Jesse Rath, Nicole Maines, and Jon Cryer

    Sources: TVLine, Twitter

  • DC Universe App Going Comics Only with “Infinite” Rebrand

    DC Universe App Going Comics Only with “Infinite” Rebrand

    For a while now news had begun to trickle out confirming that one series would be moving from DC Universe to another and this once rare occurrence quickly became like second nature. Starting with Doom Patrol, a mass exodus of content from the DC streaming service was surely in the future as HBO Max continued to expand its libraries. Announced along with the Season 3 renewal of Harley Quinn, DC Universe will be rebranding its service as “DC Universe: Infinite” an entirely virtual comic libray featuring digital-first titles and exclusives digital comics for the service. The service will feature digital-first such as “DCeased- Hope At Worlds End”, “Injustice: Year Zero”, and “Harley Quinn: Black+White+Red” with 24,000+ comics ready to read amid the services the re-branding on on January 21st, 2021.

    Along with this announcement came the news that DC Universe would be dropping its scripted content, with its initial originals moving to the HBO Max streaming service, too absolutely no one’s surprise. Shows such as Doom Patrol, Harley Quinn, Titans, and Young Justice will all be returning for their next seasons at HBO Max with their previous seasons including Stargirl and Swamp-Thing streaming alongside them.

    These decisions are the best for each service, this helps DC Universe put more focus onto their comics library and work on more exclusive content for their library. With HBO Max this some much needed content for their DC library that continues to add and remove content on a monthly basis. Hopefully with this change in practice we will see staples such as Batman: The Animated Series, Justice League: The Animated Series, Justice League Unlimited, and plenty of other beloved and animated series and films that could find a permanent home at HBO Max

    DC Universe: Infinite will go live on January 21st 2021 and will automatically shift current DCU subscribers over to the new platform.

  • Kat Coiro Tapped to Direct Multiple Episodes of “SHE-HULK”

    Kat Coiro Tapped to Direct Multiple Episodes of “SHE-HULK”

    Production has resumed on Marvel Studios COVID-delayed projects and Ms. Marvel and Hawkeye are set to start before the end of the year. She-Hulk is set to kick off in 2021 and now the studio has entered into negotiations with director Kat Coiro, whose previous works include It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia and Shameless, to direct the pilot and multiple other episodes in the shows first season. Coiro will also serve as an executive producer on the project. It was reported earlier that a potential production start date would be eyeing a February 2021 start date and looks to be filming in Atlanta.

    The titular role of Jennifer Walters has yet to be cast, along with any other role in the project. The most recent update we heard on casting was that the studio was eyeing an Alison Brie-type actress for the role of She-Hulk but news on that has yet to surface. She-Hulk will air exclusively on the Disney+ streaming service and currently has no set release date, but is rumored to premier some time in 2022.

    Jennifer Walters, aka She-Hulk first appeared in “The Savage She-Hulk” #1 in February 1980 and was created by Stan Lee and John Buscema. Walters was a Lawyer who was involved in a tragic accident and gains her Hulk-like abilities after a blood transfusion from her the cousin, the one and only Bruce Banner. Jennifer is able to maintain her personality even after Hulking out unlike her cousin who usually flies into an uncontrollable rage.

    Source: Deadline

  • ‘Doom Patrol’ Renewed For Season 3 at HBO Max

    Many have been wondering when Doom Patrol would return for a third season. The critically-acclaimed comic book adaptation had just ended its second season as an HBO Max Original series. Originally, it premiered as an original production for the streaming service DC Entertainment before being added to HBO Max’s line-up. After an amazing second season, it was just a question of time before it would get renewed for a third season. Thankfully, Executive Producer Jeremy Carver finally confirmed its renewal:

    On behalf of the wonderful cast, writers, and crew, we are thrilled and grateful for the opportunity to return to Doom Manor. And we are especially thankful for our partners at Berlanti Productions, Warner Bros. Television, DC Universe and, of course, HBO MAX.

    Head of Original Content Sarah Aubrey has also confirmed that the show is one of the streaming service’s most-watched Max originals. Hopefully, this creative and wacky show will see plenty more renewals in the future. It is also interesting to note that this renewal confirms that all shows are migrating to HBO Max away from DC Entertainment.

    Doom Patrol Season 1 and 2 are now streaming on HBO Max with season 3 set for a 2021 release date.

    Source: The Hollywood Reporter

  • First Look At “Dune” Funko Pops Leaked

    First Look At “Dune” Funko Pops Leaked

    A recent leak courtesy of anerdydad on Instagram has offered fans their first look at the Funko Pop Vinyl line for the highly anticipated feature film Dune. The lineup includes lead Timothee Chalamets Paul Atreides including a hooded variant. Jason Momoa’s Duncan Idaho, the loyal bodyguard to the Atreides family andOscar Isaac’s Duke Leto Atreides have their figurines. The Vynil line is rounded out with the ghastly Baron Harkonen and Gaius Helen Mohiam.

    The vinyl figures currently have no set release date. It’s unknown if any other retail exclusives will release alongside the wave. There is always the chance that some additional pops are released in a second line to build up hype when the film would eventually release. The film has quite a large cast, so it wouldn’t be too surprising.

    Dune is currently set to hit theaters December 18th, 2020 but that is still uncertain. Tenet‘s recent disappointing performance may have pushed more releases into 2021. Even Sony is deciding not to release any films until the pandemic truly calms down which is still uncertain at this point. Whatever may happen, it will be interesting to keep an eye out for. With the constant delays, it also affects the release of tie-in products. It is also the reason that the Dune Funko Pops haven’t been officially revealed yet.

    Source: Instagram

  • ‘THE MANDALORIAN’ Season 2 Release Date Announced

    Disney struck gold with the release of The Mandalorian, created by Disneys golden boy, Jon Favreau; the show quickly caught on due to the appearance of a certain small green creature that captured the hearts of fans around the world. With production on the second season wrapping right before the pandemic hit, many wondered what the status of the highly anticipated second season was if it would still make its October release. Today Disney+ made the announcement that the second season of the galactic western would begin streaming new episodes weekly starting on October 30th. The shows sophomore season is sure to be an exciting one with Mando and friends diving deeper into what the galaxy once was, learning about the force and those who once wielded it to bring peace or chaos to the galaxy.

    It’s unclear if the second season will follow the release pattern of the original or if we’ll only see one episode at launch. Either way, the much anticipated sophomore season is right around the corner!

     

  • ‘X-Files’ Animated Spin-off In Development by ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Bento Box

    Following the recent success of the the animated Star Trek spin-off, Star Trek: Lower Decks, The X-Files have once again been reopened in. The iconic franchise will get an animated spin-off. It is currently in development for FOX. This story will focus on a group of agents stationed in Albuquerque. So, it’s no wonder the show will be named The X-Files: Albuquerque.

    The show will feature a group of agents who are given the cases that are too weird, ridiculous or even absurd for Mulder and Scully. Creator of the original series, Chris Carter, will return as the Executive Producer. Rocky Russo and Jeremy Sosenko are set to write the series and are also joining as executive producers. The show will be managed by Bento Box animation, whose previous works include Bob’s Burgers and Central Park. There is a good chance the animation style will be similar to their last projects.

    The original X-Files ran for 9 seasons. It returned in 2016 for a revival with two more seasons until it ended in 2018. The show starred David Duchovny as Fox Mulder and Gillian Anderson as Special Agent Dana Scully,. They worked for the FBI and solved paranormal cases. It is currently unknown if either will reprise their roles for the animated spin-off. Little is known about the project, as no release date or casting has been announced. It will be interesting to see how this new interpretation will continue the legacy of the beloved science-fiction series.

    Source: Variety