Chris Arrant

Chris Arrant
Editor-in-Chief
Chris Arrant: Chris Arrant is the Popverse's Editor-in-Chief. He has written about pop culture for USA Today, Life, Entertainment Weekly, Publisher's Weekly, Marvel Entertainment, Newsarama, TOKYOPOP, Cartoon Brew, Bleeding Cool, Comic Shop News, and CBR. He is the author of the book Modern: Masters Cliff Chiang, co-authored Art of Spider-Man Classic, and contributed to Dark Horse/Bedside Press' anthology Pros and (Comic) Cons. He has acted as a judge for the Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards, the Harvey Awards, and the Stan Lee Awards. (He/him)
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Tickets for Magic: The Gathering 30th anniversary convention Magic 30 on-sale now
It's time for a gathering with Magic 30 - a convention by Wizards of the Coast and ReedPop
August 11, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch Harry Potter alum Sean Biggerstaff in his C2E2 2022 spotlight panel
Expert Quidditch captain Oliver Wood (and the man behind it, Sean Biggerstaff), talks about his role in the Harry Potter franchise
August 11, 2022
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The Flash star Ezra Miller arrested for felony burglary
According to Vermont police, Ezra Miller was caught on surveillance stealing alcohol from a Vermont home
August 08, 2022
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Watch the McElroys' Next Gen Nerds panel with Janet Varney, Joalda Morancy, Kat Leyh from C2E2 2022
Travis and Clint McElroy bring Next Gen Nerds to C2E2 2022 with Kat Leyh, Joalda Morancy, and Janet Varney
August 08, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch the Mirka Andolfo vs. Ryan Stegman sketch duel from C2E2 2022!
Comic artists Mirka Andolfo and Ryan Stegman face off in a sketch duel at C2E2 2022. Watch along live!
August 08, 2022
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Watch voice actor Steve Blum's full spotlight panel from C2E2
He's the voice of your childhood (and adulthood) - it's voice actor Steve Blum, taking part in an hour-long panel from C2E2 2022
August 08, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch Marvel Comics' Breaking into Comics the Marvel Way panel from C2E2 2022
C.B. Cebulski, Rickey Purdin, Samira Ahmed, Tim Seeley,and Kyle Higgins share tips to break into Marvel Comics as a creator
August 08, 2022
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Streaming VideoWatch Ray Chase, Robbie Daymond, & Max Mittelman bring L.A.V.A. Live show to C2E2!
L.A.V.A. Live comes to C2E2 with Ray Chase, Robbie Daymond, & Max Mittelman
August 08, 2022
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Full Panel VideoTravis & Clint McElroy bring the Adventure Zone to the C2E2 stage with spotlight panel
The Adventure Zone's Clint and Travis McElroy tell true (and fictional) stories to us fans in Chicago's C2E2
August 08, 2022
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Streaming VideoWatch the full C2E2 Hit the Stage: KPOP Dance Cover Competition
K!Junkies' Hit the Stage comes to C2E2 for a KPOP dance content you can watch from anywhere with a Popverse membership
August 08, 2022
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Streaming VideoWatch Aly & AJ talk music, TV, and more in their C2E2 2022 spotlight panel
Alyson (Aly) and Amanda Joy Michalka (AJ) come to C2E2 for a spotlight panel
August 08, 2022
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Streaming VideoWatch the full C2E2 Crown Championships of Cosplay competition from your home!
The Crown Championships of Cosplay competition returns to C2E2
August 08, 2022
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Streaming VideoWatch the C2E2 Cosplay Showcase live like you are here!
C2E2 celebrates the fantastic cosplayers of this weekend with a live showcase on its biggest stage
August 08, 2022
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UpdateIs the Punisher making his MCU return soon? Jon Bernthal's co-star Rosario Dawson says so (then said 'no')
During her C2E2 Spotlight panel, the Night Nurse actor seemed to suggest that Jon Bernthal would be coming back with a new series.
August 08, 2022
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Full Streaming VideoWatch Donny Cates, Ryan Ottley, Ryan Stegman, and Frank Tieri's VIP Monsters After Dark event at C2E2 '22
This closed-door panel/signing/chill session with Donny Cates, Ryan Stegman, Ryan Ottley, and Frank Tieri is now available VOD
August 07, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch Janet Varney's C2E2 spotlight panel, talking The Legend of Korra, Stan vs. Evil Dead, more
From Stan Vs Evil Dead to The Legend of Korra, Janet Varney has done it all! Hr her speak on her most iconic roles and answer fan questions
August 07, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch Marvel Comics' Beyond Amazing – A Spider-Man Retrospective with C.B. Cebulski & Ryan Stegman
Marvel editor-in-chief C.B. Cebulski and iconic Spider-Man (and Venom) artist Ryan Stegman talk about the ol' wall-crawler
August 07, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch Mick Foley, Trish Stratus, and Lita's spotlight panel from C2E2
Three of the brightest stars of the WWF's Attitude Era reunite as Lita, Trish Stratus, and Mick Foley share a stage at C2E2 2022
August 07, 2022
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Full Panel VideoWatch C2E2's Let's Get Shelving: Starting a Graphic Novel Classroom panel
Watch the full hour-long panel 'Let's Get Shelving: Starting a Graphic Novel Classroom' from C2E2
August 07, 2022
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Full panel videoAnime star and VTuber AmaLee spotlighted in C2E2 2022 panel - watch along!
Anime star and VTuber AmaLee is at C2E2, and spends an hour with us fans
August 07, 2022
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The voice actors behind the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles share stories at C2E2 '22
Barry Gordon (Donatello), Cam Clark (Leonardo), Rob Paulsen (Raphael), and Townsend Coleman (Michaelangelo) talk at C2E2
August 07, 2022
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Watch Marvel's Spider-Man 60th Anniversary panel like you were here at C2E2 '22
Skottie Young and Mike Del Mundo discuss Spider-Man on the 60th anniversary at C2E2
August 07, 2022
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Full Panel VideoImage Comics' 30th anniversary celebration comes to C2E2 with Wes Craig, Mirka Andolfo, and Kyle Strahm
Mirka Andolfo, Kyle Strahm, and Wes Craig come to C2E2 and talk Image Comics - breaking in, staying in, and what makes it special
August 07, 2022
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New Spider-Man series to debut in Shonen Jump
Spider-Man returns to manga with a Shōnen Jump series
August 06, 2022
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Lady Gaga confirms she's co-starring in the Joker sequel film
The Bad Romance singer Lady Gaga could be heading towards another bad romance as Harley Quinn in a sequel to 2019's award-winning Joker film
August 04, 2022
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Did Oni Press fire two of its owners? Inside the complicated ownership and leadership of the comics publisher
Insight on who really owns Oni Press
August 04, 2022
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Comic-Con International: San Diego 2022 - Don't miss anything - Popverse's news, liveblogs, interviews, more
Popverse is at its first San Diego Comic-Con - let us help you be there, from anywhere!
August 03, 2022
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Oni Press confirmed to exhibit at Emerald City Comic Con after SDCC cancellation, layoffs, staff exits
The beginning of a new era for Oni Press?
August 03, 2022
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TrailerLatest Andor trailer highlights birth of the Star Wars rebellion (and hides a 3-week delay)
Witness the birth of the Star Wars rebellion in the latest Andor trailer
August 01, 2022
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Oni Press' top remaining publishing figure exits the company following lay-offs
Oni Press' associate publisher Michelle Nguyen is the latest to leave the company
August 01, 2022
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Nichelle Nichols, Star Trek's Uhura and NASA's foremost ambassador, dies at age 89
Beloved actor, singer, and philantropist Nichelle Nichols, best known for her portrayal as Nyota Uhura in the Star Trek TV and film franchises, has died at the age of 89
July 31, 2022
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever - Watch Baaba Maal and Massamba Diop's magnetic performance in Marvel Studios' Hall H panel
Vocalist Baaba Maal and tama drummer Massamba Diop bring us into the world of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
July 27, 2022
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The MCU Namor surfaces in the first Black Panther: Wakanda Forever trailer
The Black Panther sequel Wakanda Forever makes a big impact at San Diego Comic Con
July 24, 2022
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Two new Avengers films announced: Kang Dynasty and Secret Wars
Avengers 5 and 6 are happening!
July 24, 2022
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Captain America: New World Order, Thunderbolts, more comprise full Phase 5 MCU schedule for Marvel Studios
Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has laid out the complete Phase 5 schedule
July 24, 2022
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Jonathan Hickman is creating "The Sandman for the Marvel Universe"
Former X-Men head writer has big plans with Valerio Schiti and Marvel in 2023
July 23, 2022
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Marvel's Avengers of the past, the present, and the multiverse assemble for "the biggest Avengers saga in Marvel history"
Avengers writer Jason Aaron is culminating his run with a saga drawn by Ultimates artist Bryan Hitch
July 23, 2022
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Star Trek TV crossover coming in 2023 with Strange New Worlds and Lower Decks
Strange New Worlds meets Lower Decks in a 2023 Star Trek special event
July 23, 2022
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Raybearer author Jordan Ifueko taking over Marvel's Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur comics franchise
Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur have a new ongoing Marvel Comics series
July 23, 2022
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Is Iron Man obsolete? Tony Stark asks the question this November
Marvel celebrates 650 issues of Iron Man with Iron Man #25 (let us explain!)
July 23, 2022
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DCEU's Black Adam film - Everything you need to know: trailers, release date, director, cast, and more
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson stars as the DCEU anti-hero Black Adam in the new film debuting in October
July 23, 2022
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Black Adam sneak peek from Hall H gives a more electrifying look at the Rock's DC anti-hero
Meet DC's new cinematic superhero Black Adam.... just don't call him a hero
July 23, 2022
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The Shazam! family shines in first Shazam!: Fury of the Gods trailer
The first trailer for Zachary Levi's Shazam! sequel from DC and New Line Cinema
July 23, 2022
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Michonne and Rick Grimes reunite in all-new The Walking Dead spin-off coming next year
An unlikely love story continues in a 2023 Walking Dead spin-off
July 23, 2022
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Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves trailer brings Guardians of the Galaxy vibes to the RPG franchise
Don't call them heroes! Chris Pine charms in first Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves trailer
July 23, 2022
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Barry Windsor-Smith has retired from comics while at the top of his game
July 23, 2022
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Get your special someone something special with this $25m Infinity Gauntlet with real gemstones
No, Thanos, you can't buy these Infinity Stones
July 22, 2022
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Gotham Police step up in new DC series GCPD: The Blue Wall from John Ridley and Stefano Raffaele
GCPD: The Blue Wall by John Ridley and Stefano Raffaele
July 22, 2022
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The breakout DC character Punchline returns with her own series written by Tini Howard
Punchline: The Gotham Game is coming from DC, Tini Howard
July 22, 2022
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VideoWelcome back, DC's Infinite Earths! Dark Crisis creators Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere first interview about the surprise
Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere talk about Dark Crisis... on Infinite Earths
July 22, 2022
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The Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide is finally coming out with a digital service & app
Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide - on your phone!
July 21, 2022
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Marvel is bringing exclusive shirts, jerseys, pins, comics, more to Comic-Con International: San Diego
A look at what Marvel Comics is selling at Comic-Con International: San Diego 2022
July 19, 2022
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Inside Oni Press: Demoralized staff brace for delays and uncertainty
Unpaid royalty issues, delays in announcements, and more revealed by an Oni Press employee
July 15, 2022
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Carol Danvers is about to have some serious mommy issues in Captain Marvel #42
When your dead mother comes back to check in, you know something's wrong - and it is for Carol in Captain Marvel #42
July 15, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Let your curls show with this quinceañera scene from the upcoming OGN Frizzy
A preview of the upcoming OGN Frizzy by writer Claribel A. Ortega and artist Rose Bousamra
July 14, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Florida Supercon '22: All the major moments so far from the Miami Beach convention
Popverse is live at Miami Beach's Florida Supercon 2022 - here's all the details
July 11, 2022
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Florida Supercon announces 2023 return dates: June 30 - July 2
South Florida's big comic and pop culture convention Florida Supercon has announced its 2023 return
July 09, 2022
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Liveblog!Avatar: The Last Airbender universe panel brings Dante Basco (Zuko) - but he's not alone at Florida Supercon
Zuko himself takes to the stage to talk Avatar: The Last Airbender, the Legend of Korra, and more
July 08, 2022
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Liveblog!One Piece voice actors talk about the anime's big run and its upcoming finale at Florida Supercon
Colleen Clinkenbeard (Luffy), Luci Christian (Nami), Sonny Strait (Usopp), and Ian Sinclair (Brook) talk One Piece
July 08, 2022
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The top 10 Kickstarter comics projects of 2022 so far, and the stats behind it all
A look at the data behind Kickstarter's big Q1 2022 comics successes, and the comics division as a whole
July 08, 2022
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Members onlyKickstarter's comics director speaks on the successes in 2022, and challenges ahead for the company and crowdfunding in general
Inside the successes and challenges of Kickstarter's comics division with director of publishing & comics outreach Oriana Leckert
July 07, 2022
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E3, The premiere video game expo, returns as in-person event in June 2023 - with ReedPop co-producing
The biggest video convention in the world, E3, has set its date for an in-person return
July 07, 2022
Chris Arrant
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The top five Thor stories you need to read now
For those who want to start reading Thor comics, and don't know where to start
July 07, 2022
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Full panel videoWatch Umbrella Academy actor Robert Sheehan's full spotlight panel from MCM London Comic Con
Klaus Hargreeves himself, Robert Sheehan, talks about Umbrella Academy, being a role model for LGBTQIA+ youth, and more
July 05, 2022
Chris Arrant
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The Spider-Verse is getting even bigger, with an all-new second ongoing Spider-Man book by Dan Slott and Mark Bagley
Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse movie spurs all new Spider-Man ongoing comic from Marvel by Dan Slott and Mark Bagley
July 01, 2022
Chris Arrant
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ExclusiveJonathan Hickman, Mike Del Mundo, and Mike Huddleston's stunning new comics universe is coming to print - and we have the first four pages for you
Inside the dynamic new comics universe by Jonathan Hickman, Mike Del Mundo, and Mike Huddleston
July 01, 2022
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ComiXology co-founder (and recent CEO) David Steinberger exits Amazon completely
Amazon's biggest proponent for comics has left the company
June 30, 2022
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Cosplay Universe aims to be the definitive cosplay documentary
Cosplay Universe is about what goes into dressing up as characters you love - and also the big business that surrounds it
June 30, 2022
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Oni Press' two top executives (and former co-owners) are out in what current owner calls "personnel changes"
Longtime Oni Press executives James Lucas Jones and Charlie Chu are no longer with the company
June 29, 2022
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Plush Darth Vader and a remote control Grogu coming to Star Wars fans from Mattel
The Force is strong (if your remote control batteries are strong) in these new Star Wars/Mattel products
June 29, 2022
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How Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli influences Clementine author Tillie Walden's comics
The Walking Dead comics creator talks about the influence of Hayao Miyazaki on her work
June 29, 2022
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Assemble your own Star Wars fleet with Jazwares' new Micro Galaxy Squadron line
Including the most impressive 9-inch Millennium Falcon we've ever seen from Star Wars
June 28, 2022
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Star Wars Celebration 2023 tickets going on-sale this week (with some new Star Wars merchandise!)
Star Wars Celebration 2023 location and place announced
June 27, 2022
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The long-lost Marvel adaptation of the first two Planet of the Apes films returns in 2023
The Planet of the Apes returns into Marvel Comics' orbit for multiple new comics starting in 2023
June 23, 2022
Chris Arrant
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The Walking Dead Clementine author Tillie Walden shares her "surprisingly hopeful" outlook on life
"It's all about surviving and it's all about living through the worst possible outcome." Tillie Walden talks at length about The Walking Dead: Clementine, Book One.
June 22, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Bruce Campbell vows revenge in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness deleted scene
Pizza Poppa wants to return to the MCU, and who are we to say no?
June 22, 2022
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Ms. Marvel is Disney+'s biggest MCU hit yet for young adults and diverse audiences
Ms. Marvel is a hit for Generation Z, and the rest of us just need to catch up
June 22, 2022
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Conan the Barbarian cuts ties with Marvel Comics for a new publisher and a new series
Conan's owners find another partner for its comic publishing plans
June 21, 2022
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The Walking Dead: Clementine author Tillie Walden opens up about how she feels ahead of this week's big debut
"I feel excited. I feel a little nervous. It always is," says Tillie Walden of The Walking Dead: Clementine Book One's upcoming debut
June 20, 2022
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The Hollywood superhero Wonder Man is coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Marvel Comics' Wonder Man is finally getting his shot at Hollywood
June 17, 2022
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Tim Sale, one of comics' greatest storytellers, dies at age 66
The artist of Batman: The Long Halloween, Marvel's color series, Heroes, and more has sadly passed away.
June 16, 2022
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The Flash's hall of pain moments laid bare in Howard Porter's stunning Flashpoint Beyond #5 variant
Flashpoint Beyond #5 surfaces some raw moments from DC's past
June 15, 2022
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NFL Hall of Fame player Brian Dawkins shares the origin of his 'Weapon X' moniker, and shares a cover with his namesake Wolverine
Philadelphia Eagles legend Brian Dawkins shares the name he had before 'Weapon X', and what it means to be a fan and a celebrity
June 15, 2022
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Superman returns home to remake Metropolis ahead of Action Comics #1050
Death? Alien slavery? That won't stop Superman (or DC) from celebrating 1050 issues
June 14, 2022
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Alice Oseman and Dav Pilkey are the most popular comic creators in the United States, according to the New York Times
Cat Kid Comic Club, Heartstopper, and Dog Man are the best-selling comics in the US right now
June 14, 2022
Chris Arrant
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A new Teen Titans comic book series gives a hint at the big villains for HBO Max's Titans season 4
The Fearsome Five are coming to the live-action DC multiverse, according tot Titans United: Bloodpact
June 13, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Handle with care: Marvel & IDW comic books getting some extra TLC on their way to comic shops starting this week
Marvel & IDW's comic shop distributor is upgrading its shipping cartons
June 13, 2022
Chris Arrant
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MCU welcomes Ms. Marvel – everything on the Disney Plus show, release dates, trailer, cast, more
Ms. Marvel: Everything you need to know for the Disney Plus MCU show
June 10, 2022
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Justice Society comic book series coming with Black Adam movie
DC's original superhero team, the Justice Society, ahead of the Black Adam film
June 09, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Using The Walking Dead to teach STEM to girls, trans and non-binary youth
The Walking Dead is now being used to encourage STEM learning (and its fascinating!)
June 08, 2022
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Marvel has picked a new partner to get its comics into bookstores
And it could worry some comic industry folks
June 08, 2022
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Berserk publisher announces plans to resume series following death of creator Kentaro Miura
Kentaro Miura's co-workers, and a long-time friend, are chipping in to finish the Berserk saga
June 07, 2022
Chris Arrant
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Deadpool 3 writers re-confirm R-Rating: "this is not going to be the Disney-fied Deadpool"
The writers of the first two Deadpool films talk about returning and working with Disney
June 06, 2022
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Iconic Gundam and Macross artist Hidetaka Tenjin is coming to America for a secret new project
Meet Hidetaka Tenjin at Comic-Con International: San Diego
June 06, 2022
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Dr. Stone artist Boichi returning with a Webtoon crossover event
Dr. Stone's Boichi is doing a superhero style crossover event for Webtoon heroes (and some villains)
June 06, 2022
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The Sandman is coming to Netflix on August 5 (and we have a new trailer right now)
Return to the Dreaming with Netflix's adaptation of the Sandman comic by Neil Gaiman, Mike Dringenberg, and Sam Keith
June 06, 2022
Chris Arrant
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The Addams Family's favorite child goes solo in Wednesday teaser trailer (sorry Pugsly)
Charles Addams' iconic comic strip continues to live on in Netflix's Wednesday
June 06, 2022
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 recruits Borat 2's Maria Bakalova for "key role"
the MCU family is getting even bigger with the casting of Maria Bakalova
June 06, 2022
Chris Arrant
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How can a Lord of the Rings prequel TV show work without Hobbits? Meet the Harfoots
How they found a workaround from J.R.R. Tolkien's original text for a Lord of the Rings prequel
June 06, 2022
Chris Arrant
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How Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse influences MCU's Ms. Marvel
Teen heroes got to stick together
June 06, 2022
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