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Batman Day Set for September 15th

Get ready Batman fans as a result of DC Entertainment has proclaimed that Batman Day 2018 will land on September fifteenth this year! This is the fifth annual celebration of one of the best superheroes in pop culture! That’s right, the second best of all time, next to Superman of course, but you can debate it if you prefer; however, I'm still a big Bat-fan so that the news doesn’t simply please myself, but I'm certain it'll place a smile on our fan base yet. Keeping in mind that 2019 are going to be extraordinary because it is going to be the eightieth birthday for the Caped Crusader / Bruce Wayne!

For the latest Batman Day information visit DCComics.com/batmanday Now in its fifth year, the fan-favorite holiday will take place on September 15, 2018, and include Batman-themed events at thousands of comic book retailers, bookstores, schools, and libraries worldwide. Key Batman Day partners include Barnes & Noble, Indigo, Books-A-Million and more. Fans around the world are invited to join DC in honoring this iconic Super Hero. As part of the Batman Day festivities, fans who visit participating retailers will receive the first chapter of BATMAN: WHITE KNIGHT, written and drawn by Sean Murphy, a month ahead of the collected edition release. The book will also feature a preview of another upcoming DC Black Label title BATMAN: DAMNED by Brian Azzarello and Lee Bermejo. Younger fans can pick up a free copy of the first chapter of BATMAN: A LOT OF LI’L GOTHAM. In addition to comic books, DC is providing retailers access to an assortment of additional offerings to help in the celebration of Batman Day, including a fun online activity kit. Digital readers are invited to celebrate The Dark Knight with the Batman Day digital sale from September 11-17. The event will include hundreds of Batman eBooks on sale for $4.99 or $5.99 on ReadDC.com, comiXology.com, Google Play, Amazon Kindle, Barnes & Noble Nook and iTunes. DC is continuing its partnership with publishers such as HarperCollins, Random House Children’s Books, Penguin Random House, DK, Simon & Schuster and Scholastic to bring Batman Day celebrations to thousands of bookstores, comic retailers, and libraries. Following Batman Day, DC will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Dark Knight with a year-long celebration in 2019. On March 30, 1939, artist Bob Kane with writer Bill Finger gave life to Batman in DETECTIVE COMICS #27. In 2019, DC will celebrate the publishing milestone of the comic book series’ monumental 1000th issue as well as Batman’s 80th anniversary. More details on the year-long celebration will be released in the coming months. Read the full article

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What's New on Digital & DVD/Blu-ray This Week: June 26th-July1st

  If you can't find anything to watch on any of the streaming services or TV itself, then take a peek at what is being released on DVD & Blu-Ray for the week of May 8th, 2018.

New On Digital:

"A Quiet Place" Starting this week, you can watch John Krasinski and Emily Blunt's indie horror masterpiece in the safety of your own home. No more worrying about loud popcorn crunching in the theater! Scare yourself before bed when "A Quiet Place" debuts on Digital June 26, and on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack, and DVD on July 10. The Blu-ray comes with three making-of featurettes: "Creating the Quiet – Behind the Scenes of 'A Quiet Place'"; "The Sound of Darkness – Editing Sound for 'A Quiet Place'"; "A Reason for Silence – The Visual Effects of 'A Quiet Place.'" "Rampage" Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's action-adventure arrives on Digital HD on June 26 before stomping in on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, and DVD on July 17. Bonus features include a gag reel, deleted scenes, and these making-of featurettes: "Not A Game Anymore," "Rampage – Actors in Action," "Trio of Destruction," "Attack on Chicago," and "Bringing George to Life." "Isle of Dogs" Wes Anderson's stop-motion animated film arrives on Digital/Movies Anywhere June 26, then on Blu-ray/DVD on July 17. The all-star voice cast includes Bryan Cranston, Edward Norton, Bill Murray, Bob Balaban, Jeff Goldblum, Scarlett Johansson, and Frances McDormand. Digital and Blu-ray extras include several behind-the-scenes featurettes on the making of the movie. "A Very English Scandal" (Amazon Prime) Hugh Grant stars in this three-part series, premiering on Amazon Prime June 29, following "the shocking true story of the first British politician to stand trial for conspiracy to murder." "Strangers" Season 2 (Facebook Watch) Called one of the best new shows "not on television," this dramedy just launched its second season and will premiere new episodes each week until late August on Facebook Watch. Season 2 moves Isobel (Zoë Chao) and Cam's (Meredith Hanger) story from L.A. to New York City, with the 20-somethings trying to figure out life in NYC, "Girls"-and-"Broad City"-style.

New on DVD and Blu-ray

"Escape Plan 2: Hades" Sylvester Stallone, Dave Bautista, Curtis Jackson, Huang Xiaoming, Jaime King, Jesse Metcalfe, and Titus Welliver star in this action sequel debuting on Blu-ray/DVD, Digital, and On Demand this Friday, June 29. Extras include extended cast/crew interviews; and three featurettes on the making of the movie. "Terminal" Margot Robbie, Simon, Pegg, Mike Myers, Max Irons, and Dexter Fletcher star in this thriller arriving on Blu-ray and DVD June 26. Extras include featurettes called "The Cast of Terminal"; "Building the World of Terminal"; and "From Concept to Creation."

New on Netflix

Source: Gizmodo.com "GLOW" Season 2 Yes! The Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling are back starting June 29. Get your fix of '80s nostalgia, badass wrestling moves, and surprisingly deep emotional drama. "Kiss Me First" This British cyber-thriller series from the creator of "Skins" arrives on Netflix this Friday, June 29. "A lonely young woman hooked on a virtual reality game befriends a party girl, who leads her into a world of new thrills and dark secrets." "Harvey Street Kids" Season 1 DreamWorks Animation and Netflix are launching this new kids comedy series on Friday, June 29, featuring the voices of Lauren Lapkus, Danny Pudi, Kelly McCreary, and Atticus Shaffer. The series is inspired by the 1940s Harvey Comics and features many of the same characters, just updated for a modern audience. "From its 42-flavor ice cream truck to its never-ending games of kickball and the best climbing tree in the universe, every day on Harvey Street feels like a Saturday." "Nailed It!" Season 2 Bad bakers are back! "Home bakers with a terrible track record take a shot at re-creating edible masterpieces for a $10,000 prize. It's part competition, part hot mess." Season 2 arrives on Netflix June 29. "Recovery Boys" This documentary from the Oscar-nominated director of "Heroin(3)" arrives June 29. "In a region ravaged by opioid abuse, four young men in a farming-based rehab forge a bond as they try to reinvent their lives after years of addiction." "TAU"  Maika Monroe, Ed Skrein, and Gary Oldman star in this sci-fi thriller arriving June 29. "Held captive in a futuristic smart house, a woman hopes to escape by befriending the A.I. program that controls the house." "Hotel Transylvania" Season 1 This Disney Channel series takes place four years before the 2012 "Hotel Transylvania" movie. Watch the 26 episodes on Netflix starting June 25. "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" Use the Force Connection to watch Episode VIII on Netflix starting June 26. And please shut up about a remake. Read the full article

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Geeky Gifts To Make Dads Nerd Out

  Father's Day is just a few weeks away, but you need to prepare early to make sure you get that perfect gift for your nerdy Dad.  Here are a few suggestions that we have found that will make his Fathers Day EXTRA Nerdy.

Superhero Tie

If you are going to get good ole dad a necktie, at least make it a fun one.  These superhero ties will make him feel super while looking professional.

Superhero Hat

As a dad, and as a dad who is follically challenged...I love a good hat, especially if I can display my love of superheroes.  So a good hat makes a great gift for this super dad.

Incredible Dad T-Shirt

Dad's love T-shirts especially if can display their love of superheroes, and how awesome they are at the same time.  Win.  Win.

Star Wars Watch

In this day and age with the market flooded with Apple watches, Fitbit, and smartwatches...it's nice to have a regular watch, and one that looks nice.  This watch is inspired by R2D2 and looks amazing, and Dad will love it, and it's not overly expensive.     Read the full article

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Here's What's Coming To Netflix for the Month of June

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Here's What's Coming To Netflix for the Month of June

It's the Begining of June and that means the beginning of a new month and new streaming options on Netflix.  The good news is we get "Thor: Ragnarok".  The Bad news is that we lose "Captain America: Civil War"  But there's more good stuff to stream in June, including new seasons of "Marvel's Luke Cage" and "GLOW," the long-awaited "Sense8" finale, the acclaimed true-crime doc "The Staircase" and a whole lot more. Here's everything coming to Netflix in June 2018. All title and dates are subject to change TBD: "iZombie": Season 4 "Life Sentence": Season 1 "Supergirl": Season 3 Available June 1 "Assassination Games" (2011) "Blue Jasmine" (2013) "Busted!" "Disney's 101 Dalmatians" (1996) "George Balanchine's The Nutcracker" (1993) "He Named Me Malala" (2015) "Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth" (1988) "Just Friends" (2005) "Miracle" (2004) "National Treasure" (2004) "Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist" (2008) "November 13: Attack on Paris"   "Outside In" (2018) "Righteous Kill" (2008) "Rumor Has It" (2005) "Singularity" (2017) "Taking Lives" (2004) "Terms and Conditions May Apply" (2013) "The Boy" (2016) "The Covenant" (2006) "The Departed" (2006) "The Prince & Me 4: The Elephant Adventure" (2010) Available June 2 "The King's Speech" (2010) Available June 3 "The Break with Michelle Wolf" Available June 5 "Marvel Studios' Thor: Ragnarok" (2017) Available June 7 "Hyori's Bed & Breakfast": Season 2 "The Night Shift": Season 4 Available June 8 "Alex Strangelove"   "Ali's Wedding"   "Marcella": Season 2   "Sense8: The Series Finale"   "The Hollow"   "The Staircase"   "Treehouse Detectives" Available June 9 "Wynonna Earp": Season 2 Available June 10 "Portlandia": Season 8 Available June 14 "Cutie and the Boxer" (2013) "Marlon": Season 1 Available June 15 "La Hora Final" (2017) "Lust Stories" "Maktub" "Set It Up"   "Step Up 2: The Streets" (2008) "Sunday's Illness"   "The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus" (2009) "The Ranch: Part 5"   "True: Magical Friends"   "True: Wonderful Wishes"   "Voltron: Legendary Defender": Season 6" Available June 16 "Grey's Anatomy": Season 14 "In Bruges" (2008) Available June 17 "Club de Cuervos presenta: La balada de Hugo Sánchez"   "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.": Season 5 Available June 18 "Encerrados" Available June 19 "Hannah Gadsby: Nanette" Available June 22 "Brain on Fire"   "Cooking on High" "Derren Brown: Miracle"   "Heavy Rescue: 401": Season 2 "Marvel's Luke Cage": Season 2 "Us and Them" Available June 23 "Disney's Tarzan" (1999) Available June 24 "To Each, Her Own (Les Goûts et les couleurs )" Available June 25 "Hotel Transylvania": Season 1 Available June 26 "Secret City" "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" (2017) "W. Kamau Bell: Private School Negro" Available June 29 "Churchill's Secret Agents: The New Recruits" "GLOW": Season 2 "Harvey Street Kids" "Kiss Me First" "La Forêt" "La Pena Maxima" (2018) "Nailed It!": Season 2 "Paquita Salas": Season 2 "Recovery Boys" "TAU" Available June 30 "Fate/EXTRA Last Encore: Oblitus Copernican Theory" "Mohawk" (2017) Read the full article

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Critics are WRONG! 'Solo' is fun & entertaining and may be the best

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Critics are WRONG! 'Solo' is fun & entertaining and may be the best "Prequel" yet.

For some reason, fans love 'The Force Awakens'.  Wether was because it's continuing the story they grew up with or nostalgia, they loved that movie.  To me, it was an old story that was chewed up and spit out with new characters.  But I digress.    'Solo: A Star Wars Story' was never going to be a super huge hit like 'The Force Awakens'.   Many, including myself, was worried that a movie about the famous galaxy smuggler would not transcend well to the big screen. When I went to see 'Solo', I went in with expectation pretty low.  I mean the trailers looked good and I'm a big fan of Ron Howard in general, so there were some positives.   But I wasn't sold on the story or the actors, except for Donald Glover did look like the perfect young Lando, but Harrison Ford will always be Han.  But no matter how good the story was, a lot of what makes Han...Han is the attitude.  Surely I wouldn’t be able to get past the fact that Ehrenreich isn’t Ford. Surely we’d leave the theater mildly entertained and mildly disappointed.  I couldn't be more wrong. Solo, as it turns out, is a fun, fantastic film worth of standing beside the rest in the Star Wars Cannon.  It's holding over 70% 'Fresh" rating on Rotten Tomato, but some critics are holding up their nose at the film giving it backhanded compliments of the sort. It’s a good ‘popcorn’ flick seems to be the general consensus. It lacks gravitas, poetry, and stakes, but it’s fun and entertaining. Meanwhile, the harsher critics don’t mince words. “Whenever Star Wars tries to develop one of the franchise’s key characters, it whiffs. Solo is no exception, a disappointment on par with The Last Jedi and the prequels,” writes Salon’s Matthew Rozsa. Solo is all about tapping into the Extended Universe. It’s pure, unfiltered Star Wars and it doesn’t try to add or change anything fundamental to the universe.  t’s also just incredibly fun, with thrilling heists and unexpected twists. And while it does have some tragic moments, it’s nowhere near as grim as Rogue One or The Last Jedi. It’s a heist film with some Western elements and that great Star Wars feel and aesthetic that was essentially missing from the prequel films. Solo deserves to be a much bigger box office hit.  Not counting the original trilogy it may be my favorite Star Wars film with Rogue One coming in a close second.  But of course, that's up for debate. Read the full article

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The DC Super-Villains announce trailer released

Photo by: WBgames.com New Lego Game "DC Super Villains" has a release date. Today TT Games and Lego has released the trailer for the upcoming game DC Super Villains video game, sporting the tag-line "It's good to be bad". A synopsis of the game gives a few details of what we can expect in the game once it is released in October. "Embark on an all-new LEGO open-world adventure by becoming the best villain the universe has seen in LEGO DC Super-Villains. For the first time, a LEGO game is giving you and your family the ability to play as a super-villain, unleashing mischievous antics and wreak havoc in an action-packed, hilarious story written in collaboration with DC Comics.    The Joker, Harley Quinn, Lex Luthor, and others from the Injustice League won’t stand for second-best when it comes to villainy. Embrace your inner super-villain, as you battle opponents, solve puzzles, and overcome obstacles using menacing pranks and tactics experienced best from the unique perspective of the bad guys.  The Justice League has disappeared, leaving Earth’s protection to their counterparts from a parallel universe, the “Justice Syndicate”, a new, strange group of wannabe superheroes with unclear intentions. Whether it’s Graffiti Spraying walls in Metropolis or using Fear Toxins to scare characters in Gotham City, super-villains have full reign to use any trick in their arsenal to stop the Justice Syndicate’s evil scheme."

Photo by: WBgames.com Watch the announce trailer here.  http://chaos-is-coming.wbgames.com/ The game will be released on October 16th and will be available on Xbox One, PS4, PC, and Switch. Read the full article

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DC Comics Hitting The Racks This Week...May 30th 2018

  DC Comics has compiled a list of the newest comics and collectibles shipping for the week of May 30th, 2018.  To find a comic shop near you, click on Comic Shop Locator and support your local comic shop.

COMICS

AQUAMAN JABBERJAW SPECIAL #1 $4.99

BANE CONQUEST #11 (OF 12) $3.99 BATMAN PRELUDE TO THE WEDDING ROBIN VS RAS AL GHUL #1 $3.99 BLACK LIGHTNING HONG KONG PHOOEY SPECIAL #1 $4.99 DOOMSDAY CLOCK #5 (OF 12) $4.99 FLASH SPEED BUGGY SPECIAL #1 $4.99 GREEN ARROW ANNUAL #2 $4.99 GREEN LANTERNS ANNUAL #1 $4.99 JUSTICE LEAGUE NO JUSTICE #4 (OF 4) $3.99 MAN OF STEEL #1 (OF 6) $3.99

RAVEN DAUGHTER OF DARKNESS #5 (OF 12) $3.99 SUPER SONS DYNOMUTT SPECIAL #1 $4.99

Variant Covers

Note: Variant Prices To Be Determined By Retailer AQUAMAN JABBERJAW SPECIAL #1 VAR ED $4.99 BLACK LIGHTNING HONG KONG PHOOEY SPECIAL #1 VAR ED $4.99 DOOMSDAY CLOCK #5 (OF 12) VAR ED $4.99 FLASH SPEED BUGGY SPECIAL #1 VAR ED $4.99 SUPER SONS DYNOMUTT SPECIAL #1 VAR ED $4.99

ACTION FIGURES/STATUES

DC GALLERY BATMAN BEYOND BATMAN PVC FIGURE DIORAMA $45.00 DC GALLERY BATMAN TAS ROBIN PVC FIGURE $45.00 DC GALLERY JLA TAS FLASH PVC FIGURE $45.00

FCBD DC BATGIRL & NIGHTWING COMIC VINIMATE 2PK $19.99 JLA MOVIE GALLERY SUPERMAN PVC FIGURE $45.00 JLA MOVIE GALLERY WONDER WOMAN PVC STATUE $45.00 JUSTICE LEAGUE SUPERMAN MAF EX AF $99.99 ONE-12 COLLECTIVE DC PX ASCENDING KNIGHT BATMAN BLUE AF $85.00 Read the full article

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New on Netflix, Digital & DVD/Blu-ray May 29th-June 3rd

  If you have already seen Solo about 3-4 times already, then here are some new items hitting the shelves and the digital streams this week.

Blur-Ray and Digital

"The Hurricane Heist"

Toby Kebbell, Maggie Grace, and Ryan Kwanten star in this action thriller about a high-stakes heist held during a massive hurricane. The perfect storm goes down on Digital May 29, then on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray, DVD, and On Demand June 5. Extras include deleted scenes, audio commentary with director Rob Cohen, and two making-of featurettes. "Social Animals" Zoe Crandle (Noël Wells) is facing eviction, her business is going under, and she is resigned to a life of one-night stands -- until she meets Paul. This fellow loveable loser seems perfect for her, except he's married. With help from her best friend, Zoe devises a plan to save her business and salvage her love life. The quirky dark comedy costars Josh Radnor, Aya Cash, Carly Chaikin, and Samira Wiley. It opens in theaters, On Demand, and on Digital this Friday, June 1. "A Wrinkle in Time"

Disney's fantasy adaptation -- starring Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon, Mindy Kaling, Chris Pine, and young Storm Reid -- arrives on Digital HD, 4K Ultra HD, and Movies Anywhere on May 29. Ava DuVernay's film will be available on Blu-ray, DVD, On Demand, and 4K Ultra HD on June 5. The Digital and Blu-ray editions come with so many bonus features -- including deleted scenes, audio commentary, bloopers, original song music videos, and the making-of featurette "A Journey Through Time." "Love, Simon" This coming-of-age love story follows 17-year-old Simon Spier (Nick Robinson) has yet to tell his family or friends he's gay and he doesn't actually know the identity of the anonymous classmate he's fallen for online. The romantic comedy -- costarring Josh Duhamel, Katherine Langford, and Jennifer Garner -- will be available on Digital formats May 29, and then Blu-ray/DVD/4K Ultra HD on June 12. "Peter Pan"

Fly away to Never Land with Disney's "Peter Pan" which is coming out of the vault for its 65th anniversary to join the Walt Disney Signature Collection. Watch the classic on Digital and Movies Anywhere on May 29, and on Blu-ray June 5. The Blu-ray and Digital editions are jam-packed with bonus features: There are several new signature collection extras, in addition to the many legacy/classic extras. "The Last Witness" Alex Pettyfer, Robert Więckiewicz, Talulah Riley, and Michael Gambon star in this thriller available on VOD and Digital May 29. "An ambitious young journalist uncovers the horrific slaughter of 22,000 Polish officers during the Second World War. A secret that has been kept hidden for far too many years."

New on Netflix

"The Toys That Made Us" Second Half (Netflix Original) The first part of this eight-part docuseries delved into the histories for Barbie, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, and He-Man. The second batch of four episodes will cover LEGOs, Transformers, Star Trek toys, and Hello Kitty.  The series arrives May 25. "Explained" (Netflix Original) This enlightening docuseries from Vox ... explains stuff! That's why it's "Explained"! It explores a range of topics including the rise of cryptocurrency, why diets fail, and the wild world of K-pop. Learn some stuff starting May 23. "Survivors Guide to Prison" This documentary film on the prison system, narrated by director Matthew Cooke and actress Susan Sarandon, focuses on the daily life and problems behind bars. The doc features interviews with former inmates, plus police officers, court officials, lawyers, journalists, and celebrities -- some of whom are former inmates themselves. Watch the alarming film starting May 24 on Netflix. "Trollhunters" Part 3 (Netflix Original) The fate of troll and human civilizations hang in the balance in the final season of DreamWorks' "Trollhunters." "The Trollhunters are racing to stop Gunmar from bringing about the Eternal Night and shrouding the world in darkness forever. To defeat them, the team must seek the help of the legendary wizard Merlin to unlock his ancient magic and unleash a powerful weapon that will alter the course of their lives forever." "Arrested Development" Season 5, Part 1 (Netflix Original) The Bluths are back for Season 5 on Tuesday, May 29! Or the first batch of episodes will be back, anyway with the rest coming later. Hate when they do that, but they're doing it to "Kimmy," too. (See below.) Season 5 will include the Lucille 2 mystery, among other detours. Fingers crossed that it's up to the original run's standard! "Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt" Season 4, Part 1 (Netflix Original) Kimmy (Ellie Kemper) is also only giving us a few episodes this week, but we'll take what we can get! The first six episodes drop May 30, with seven episodes coming later this year. Sadly, the fourth season will be the final one for Kimmy, Titus, Jacqueline, Lillian and the gang, so maybe it's for the best that the farewell is being spread out. "Coco" Disney·Pixar's two-time Oscar winner (Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song for "Remember Me") is headed to Netflix on May 29. "Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story" Did you know glamorous '40s actress Hedy Lamarr was also an inventor who created a radio system that is now considered the basis of Bluetooth technology? Learn some stuff in this fascinating documentary arriving on Netflix May 31.   Read the full article

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Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle Sequel Poster Revealed

Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle Sequel Poster Revealed Recently at the LIMA International Licensing Awards, a poster for the upcoming Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle sequel has been revealed to give a first look at the new movie coming late next year.  It doesn't have a title list on the poster just the “Jumanji” title and says that the next chapter will be coming to theaters.

It has been said that the film is expected to be out in December 2019. Sony Pictures chairman Tom Rothman shared the news of the projected release month back in January, a release timeframe that would put this film up against Star Wars: Episode IX. It’s a bold move, but "Welcome to the Jungle" did so well, that it could very well hold it's own against a Star Wars movie.   Read the full article

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Top Comics to Buy This Week: May 22nd 2018

  There are a plethora of new comics hitting the stands tomorrow, here is our list of the newest comics worth picking up for the week of May 22nd, 2018.  To find a comic shop near you, click on Comic Shop Locator and support your local comic shop.

The Flash #47 - $2.99

This is the start of the biggest Flash story in years: Flash War. While the conflict between Barry Allen and Wally West has been brewing in this series for a bit, this is where it kicks off in earnest.  If you’ve always debated who is the better Flash - Barry or Wally - then strap in and prepare to find out.

Detective Comics #981 - $2.99

"Batmen Eternal" finale! This is it - the unbelievable conclusion of James Tynion IV's Batman epic! It's the last stand of the Gotham Knights, fighting a monster they helped inspire... and a destiny they won't accept! What will become of the greatest crime-fighting team Gotham City ever saw?

TMNT #1 (IDW) $3.99

The folks over at IDW Publishing are giving TMNT fans quite the treat: a full, four-color re-printing of the entire TMNT Volume 3 run from Image Comics. This run was known for being a bit darker and a bit more twisted (check out the cyborg on the cover). And to sweeten the pot, this reprinted run will culminate in three brand-new issues written and drawn by original creators Gary Carlson and Frank Fosco, finally giving their beloved run a fitting conclusion.

Black Panther #1 - $4.99

A bold new direction for the Black Panther! For years, T'Challa has fought off invaders from his homeland, protecting Wakanda from everything from meddling governments to long-lost gods. Now, he will discover that Wakanda is much bigger than he ever dreamed... Across the vast Multiverse lies an empire founded in T'Challa's name. Readers caught a glimpse of it in MARVEL LEGACY #1. Now find out the truth behind the Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda! Ta-Nehisi Coates welcomes aboard fan-favorite artist Daniel Acuña for a Black Panther story unlike any other! Rated T

Invincible Iron Man #600 - $5.99

Tony Stark is back, but in what form? At least five huge surprises await new and old fans alike. Industry legend Brian Michael Bendis drops his final Marvel Comic to end an era, and he's going out big! This super-sized anniversary extravaganza features artistic contributions from a bevy of Bendis' collaborators from over the years, including Jim Cheung, David Marquez, Mike Deodato Jr., Mark Bagley, Leinil Francis Yu, Daniel Acuña and a few other surprises! All this and a huge new villain arises! And the futures of Tony, Riri Williams, and Victor Von Doom are all revealed! Rated T+   Read the full article

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DC Comics Hitting The Racks This Week...May 23rd 2018

  DC Comics has compiled a list of the newest comics and collectibles shipping for the week of May 23rd, 2018.  To find a comic shop near you, click on Comic Shop Locator and support your local comic shop.

COMICS

BATGIRL #23 $3.99 BATMAN BEYOND #20 $3.99 DETECTIVE COMICS #981 $2.99 

FLASH #47 $2.99 HAL JORDAN AND THE GREEN LANTERN CORPS #45 $2.99 HELLBLAZER #22 $3.99 JUSTICE LEAGUE NO JUSTICE #3 (OF 4) $3.99 LOONEY TUNES #243 $2.99 MERA QUEEN OF ATLANTIS #4 (OF 6) $3.99 MOTHER PANIC GOTHAM A D #3 $3.99 MOTHERLANDS #5 (OF 6) $3.99 SCOOBY DOO TEAM UP #38 $2.99 SIDEWAYS #1 2ND PTG $2.99 SILENCER #1 2ND PTG $2.99 SILENCER #5 $2.99 SUICIDE SQUAD #42 $2.99 SUPER SONS #16 $3.99 TERRIFICS #1 2ND PTG $2.99 TERRIFICS #4 $2.99 WONDER WOMAN #47 $2.99

Variant Covers

Note: Variant Prices To Be Determined By Retailer BATGIRL #23 VAR ED $3.99 BATMAN BEYOND #20 VAR ED $3.99 

DETECTIVE COMICS #981 VAR ED $2.99 FLASH #47 VAR ED $2.99 HAL JORDAN AND THE GREEN LANTERN CORPS #45 VAR ED $2.99 HELLBLAZER #22 VAR ED $3.99 MOTHERLANDS #5 (OF 6) VAR ED $3.99 SUICIDE SQUAD #42 VAR ED $2.99 WONDER WOMAN #47 VAR ED $2.99 SUPER SONS #16 VAR ED $3.99 

GRAPHIC NOVEL

LEGIONNAIRES TP BOOK 02 $34.99 SUPERMAN REBIRTH DLX COLL HC BOOK 02 $34.99 SUPERMAN THE GOLDEN AGE TP VOL 04 $24.99 SUPERWOMAN TP VOL 03 THE MIDNIGHT HOUR REBIRTH $16.99 WILD STORM TP VOL 02 $16.99 Read the full article

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New on Netflix, Digital & DVD/Blu-ray May 22-28th

  If Deadpool is not your cup of tea, then here are some new items hitting the shelves and the digital streams this week. "Game Night"

It's game on for Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams, whose star-studded comedy arrives on Blu-ray and DVD on May 22. Extras include a gag reel and "An Unforgettable Evening: Making Game Night." "Early Man"

The makers of "Wallace & Gromit," "Chicken Run," and "Shaun the Sheep Movie" head back in time for this animated caveman comedy on Blu-ray/DVD on May 22. Extras include the featurettes "Before the Beginning of Time: Creating Early Man," "Nick Park: Massaging the Funny," "The Valley Meets the Bronze," and "Hanging at Aardman Studios: A Workshop Exploration." "Red Sparrow"   Jennifer Lawrence stars as a former ballerina turned lethal agent in this international spy drama, out on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD May 22. The 90 minutes of bonus material includes director commentary by Francis Lawrence, deleted scenes, and several behind-the-scenes featurettes on the making of the film. "I Kill Giants" Zoe Saldana, Imogen Poots, Madison Wolfe, and Sydney Wade star in this adventure fantasy arriving on Blu-ray and DVD May 22. "I Kill Giants" is based on the acclaimed graphic novel written by Joe Kelly and illustrated by J.M. Ken Niimura. Extras with the home release include "The Making of I Kill Giants," "Anatomy of a Scene," and "I Kill Giants Graphic Novel: Chapter 1." "The Looming Tower" The events that led to the 9/11 attacks are chronicled in this powerful 10-part drama, which will be released on Digital May 21 -- just 30 days after the series finale on Hulu. You can get a copy on Blu-ray/DVD on September 18. The release comes with several featurettes on the making of the series -- including interviews with the cast, author Lawrence Wright, Former FBI Special Agent Ali Soufan, the executive producers, and production team. "Annihilation" Natalie Portman, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Gina Rodriguez, Tessa Thompson, and Oscar Isaac star in director Alex Garland's mind-bending sci-fi film, which hits Digital May 22, just a week before it arrives on Blu-ray/DVD May 29. Based on the first novel in Jeff VanderMeer's Southern Reach Trilogy, the movie comes with multiple making-of featurettes and cast interviews. "The Strangers: Prey at Night" Inspired by the 2008 movie "The Strangers," this horror film brings back the masked villains and adds elements of the '80s slasher genre while following a family's struggle to survive when they're attacked on vacation. "The Strangers: Prey at Night" arrives on Digital May 22, then on Blu-ray, DVD, and On Demand June 12. Extras include an alternate ending and; an unrated version; making-of featurettes; and interviews with stars Christina Hendricks, Martin Henderson, Bailee Madison, and Lewis Pullman, plus and director Johannes Roberts. "Lost in London" Woody Harrelson stars in and also wrote and directed this film, which was shot and broadcast live in theaters in real-time all in one take. Here's what it's about: "Within the course of a night, Woody Harrelson finds himself in a misadventure in London that winds him up in prison." The ambitious film -- co-starring Owen Wilson, Willie Nelson, and Eleanor Matsuura -- will be available on Digital this Friday, May 25. "Death Wish" Bruce Willis takes over for Charles Bronson in Eli Roth's reimagining of the 1974 revenge action thriller. The vigilante action film arrives on Digitally on 4K Ultra HD and Movies Anywhere May 22. The Blu-ray, DVD and VOD 4K versions will be available June 5. Extras include commentary with Eli Roth and Roger Birnbaum; deleted and extended scenes; and the featurette "Vengeance and Vision: Directing Death Wish."

New on Netflix

"The Toys That Made Us" Second Half (Netflix Original) The first part of this eight-part docuseries delved into the histories for Barbie, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, and He-Man. The second batch of four episodes will cover LEGOs, Transformers, Star Trek toys, and Hello Kitty.  The series arrives May 25. "Explained" (Netflix Original) This enlightening docuseries from Vox ... explains stuff! That's why it's "Explained"! It explores a range of topics including the rise of cryptocurrency, why diets fail, and the wild world of K-pop. Learn some stuff starting May 23. "Survivors Guide to Prison" This documentary film on the prison system, narrated by director Matthew Cooke and actress Susan Sarandon, focuses on the daily life and problems behind bars. The doc features interviews with former inmates, plus police officers, court officials, lawyers, journalists, and celebrities -- some of whom are former inmates themselves. Watch the alarming film starting May 24 on Netflix. "Trollhunters" Part 3 (Netflix Original) The fate of troll and human civilizations hang in the balance in the final season of DreamWorks' "Trollhunters." "The Trollhunters are racing to stop Gunmar from bringing about the Eternal Night and shrouding the world in darkness forever. To defeat them, the team must seek the help of the legendary wizard Merlin to unlock his ancient magic and unleash a powerful weapon that will alter the course of their lives forever." Read the full article

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Summer Movies We can't Wait To See

  With the school season winding down, and the temperature heating up outside, what's a better way to cool off than with a trip to the ole' cinemaplex and escape the heat.  Here is a list of what we are looking forward to seeing in the months ahead.

Photo by: Lucasarts May 25: "Solo: A Star Wars Story"   Finally, the wait is over for another "Star Wars" movie, this time focusing on the young Han Solo.  The stellar cast includes Alden Ehrenreich, Woody Harrelson, Donald Glover and Emilia Clarke. And the buzz about director switch-ups and reshoots has raised the curiosity level.

Photo By: WME Global June 8: "Hotel Artemis"   We have been seeing the trailers for this, and we are so excited.  A movie about a hospital that's just open for the biggest and baddest criminals? Count us in! Plus, the film boasts Jodie Foster, Sofia Boutella, Dave Bautista, Jeff Goldblum, Jenny Slate and Sterling K. Brown.  What's not to like?

Image by: Focus Features June 8: "Won't You Be My Neighbor?"   For fans of the iconic children's TV host Fred Rogers, this documentary will be a trip down memory lane.

Photo By: Disney June 15: "The Incredibles 2"   Fans have been waiting 14 years for the follow-up to the 2004 original. And we agree, this is going to be Incredible.

Photo By: Universal June 22: "Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom"   The last film in the dino-franchise is the fourth-highest grossing movie of all time worldwide. And Chris Pratt looks to have his second blockbuster this year, and making an after surprising recovery from "Avengers: Infinity War."

Photo By: Marvel July 6: "Ant-Man and the Wasp"   We're excited about any Marvel movie. Plus, the last one was really fun, Paul Rudd is always entertaining, and we really want to know why Antman was MIA during "Infinity War."

Photo By: Annapuma July 6: "Sorry to Bother You"   This is another trailer we have been seeing a lot and looks great.  Boots Riley's comedy sports a stellar cast including Tessa Thompson, Armie Hammer, Patton Oswalt, Lakeith Stanfield, Terry Crews, Steven Yeun and Omari Hardwick -- and it's been on many people's radar since Sundance.

Photo By: Paramount July 27: "Mission: Impossible -- Fallout"   News about Tom Cruise doing crazy stunts for "Fallout" has been appearing everywhere for a while -- production was halted for months after he broke his ankle on the shoot. Plus, we were treated to Henry Cavill's CGI'd mustache in "Justice League" because of this movie, so this movie has got to deliver for them to Jack up the CGI in "Justice League" for this movie.

Photo By: STX Aug. 17: "The Happytime Murders"   We are on the fence about this one.  It's rude, crude and vulgar, which we are totally on board for, but puppets having sex just isn't our cup of tea.  Maybe it's just, or maybe it's flashbacks from "Team America".  The film follows the puppet cast of an '80s TV show that gets murdered one by one. Tell us that doesn't sound enticing. Plus, the film sports a great cast -- Elizabeth Banks, Melissa McCarthy, Joel McHale, Maya Rudolph and Jimmy O. Yang.   Read the full article

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DC Comics Will No Longer Offer Digital Copies With Most Of Their Titles

Source: Geekandsundry.com DC really makes it hard to be a fan in this day and time...

Publisher DC Comics will no longer include digital codes for online versions of their comics when you buy a physical copy from retailers. However, prices on $3.99 books will still remain at that rate for the foreseeable future.

A DC spokesperson recently revealed that digital codes will no longer be included in select DC Rebirth titles but rather codes will be reserved for select titles. Such titles will be limited to special annuals, event books, and #1’s and will be removed from monthly books. It should also be noted that the recent release of DC Nation #0, which has a cover price of 25 cents, was offered online through Comixology for free. Retailers were not informed of the decision. I'm an old school reader that likes to have a physical comic in my hand, but I don't see the big deal of including a digital copy especially if we already paid for a physical copy.  To me, that's just good business and good customer service.  As nerds/geeks, we are already financially nickeled and dimed to death when we go to conventions or purchase a "special edition of whatever".  It would just be nice for the big guys (Marvel/DC) to have our backs since we will always have theirs.

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CW announces 2018-19 Line-Up

Source: EW.com The CW Network has announced its 2018-19 primetime schedule.  This season they will expand to six nights, Sunday-Friday schedule with 12 hours of original scripted series across the week in primetime this fall! The CW President, Mark Pedowitz,  was quoted as saying: “It is such an exciting time at The CW. We are thriving, innovating, and now we’re expanding, adding Sunday nights to our primetime lineup this fall. Starting in October, we will have 12 hours of original scripted series on our schedule – more than any other broadcast network besides CBS" “And we have five bold, brash new shows for 2018-19: in the fall, a new version of the beloved fan favorite series CHARMED; the inspiring drama ALL AMERICAN; and LEGACIES, set in the world of ‘The Vampire Diaries’ and ‘The Originals’; and for midseason, the unique new drama IN THE DARK; and the epic romance ROSWELL, NEW MEXICO. The CW is bigger, and better than ever before, with more quality content and more ways for advertisers to connect with our valuable young audience, on every platform.” The CW will launch its 2018-19 season in October, with premiere dates to be announced later. The season will once again kick off with the exclusive two-night telecast of the IHEARTRADIO MUSIC FESTIVAL; air dates will be announced at a later date.

The CW’s 2018-19 PRIMETIME SCHEDULE

SUNDAY 8:00-9:00 PM SUPERGIRL (New Night)  9:00-10:00 PM CHARMED (New Series) MONDAY 8:00-9:00 PM DC’S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW 9:00-10:00 PM ARROW (New Night) TUESDAY 8:00-9:00 PM THE FLASH 9:00-10:00 PM BLACK LIGHTNING WEDNESDAY 8:00-9:00 PM RIVERDALE 9:00-10:00 PM ALL AMERICAN (New Series) THURSDAY 8:00-9:00 PM SUPERNATURAL 9:00-10:00 PM LEGACIES (New Series) FRIDAY 8:00-9:00 PM DYNASTY 9:00-10:00 PM CRAZY EX-GIRLFRIEND To us, it looks like this might be the end for Supergirl and Arrow.  Notoriously Sunday night is the death sentence for a show.  And Arrow's timeslot has been moved 3 or 4 times now, and with Steven Amell's contract reportedly up this year, the writing is on the wall.  What do you think of this latest shake-up? Read the full article

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Batman's Butler Get his own TV series set in the 1960's

"Pennyworth" Batman Prequal set for Epix.

And the DC Universe just got a little bigger, MGM-owned premium cable network Epix has handed out a 10-episode, straight-to-series order for Pennyworth, a Batman prequel that will tell the origin story of the caped crusader’s best friend and butler, Alfred Pennyworth. The action-adventure drama comes from the man who brought us, Gotham, although it is not a direct spinoff/prequel, and is entirely a new story. Reportedly, the series will be based around Alfred’s origins as a former British SAS soldier who forms a secret company and goes to work with Bruce’s billionaire father, Thomas Wayne, in 1960’s London. Heller will serve as writer and executive producer on Pennyworth, which marks a reunion with Gotham‘s Danny Cannon, who is also executive producing and will direct the pilot. Casting for the series has not yet begun and production will begin later this year. A series premiere is slated for 2019. Read the full article

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Zombieland 2 Headed for a October 2019 Release

Dust off those old rules, because Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, the screenwriting duo behind 2009’s comedy horror hit Zombieland, told Vulture that they are hoping for an October 2019 release date for Zombieland 2.   Fans have been waiting for the sequel for 10 years, and it has taken some time to get off the ground, but Reese and Wernick did confirm that the entire original cast will be back. Wernick: “We’re going on the tenth anniversary of Zombieland. Zombieland came out October of 2009. We don’t know what you get someone for their tenth anniversary, but it may be a Zombieland 2… The hope is that we’re shooting that thing early 2019 for an October ’19 release. With the original cast, by the way.” “We are sitting on information that we can’t entirely share at this moment, but we can just say we think fans of Zombieland who have been hoping for a Zombieland 2, that we will grant their wish very, very soon,” The original Zombieland hit theaters in 2009, earned $102.4 million worldwide and stars Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Emma Stone and Abigail Breslin as survivors attempting to outlast the living dead.  And in my opinion, it's what started the whole zombie craze, before Walking Dead made it "cool". Reese and Wernick haven't been sitting on their hands waiting for the right time to write the sequel, they have been busy too.   Reese and Wernick have been penning 2016’s Deadpool alongside co-writer and star Ryan Reynolds, Deadpool 2, Life, G.I Joe: Retaliation, the upcoming board-game adaptation of Clue as well as Michael Bay’s Six Underground. The two are also producers on Cowboy Ninja Viking, the graphic novel adaptation starring Chris Pratt and releasing in 2019, which sounds like an Andy Dwyer/Burt Macklin movie if I ever hear of one. Read the full article