The live-action version of ‘Cowboy Ninja Viking’ appears to be a heavyweight as Universal announced a Friday, June 28, 2019, release date, according to Deadline.
Chris Pratt is attached to star as the lead character an assassin with a multiple personality disorder known as the Cowboy Ninja Viking. Pratt has 15 films to his credit and averages $138 million domestically per film. He can thank ‘Jurassic World’ for increasing his average by 35%.
No director or additional casting news was announced.
From Image Comics, Cowboy Ninja Viking was created by AJ Lieberman and Riley Rossmo. The book ran for 10 issues.
About the series: It started with Dr. Sebastian Ghislain: rogue psychotherapist/covert op/DJ. Tasked with creating a counter-intelligence unit, he turned to those long thought useless to society…patients with Multiple Personality Disorder. These agents became known simply as Triplets. Misguided? Yeah. Impractical? Sure. But did it work? Absolutely not. Now someone has located each Triplet and created a band of ridiculously disturbed, but highly effective assassins. Our only hope? A Triplet known as Cowboy Ninja Viking!
‘Cowboy Ninja Viking’ hits theaters on June 28, 2019.
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Just in case you forgot, Kathy Bates is a very good actress with impressive comedic timing, the laugh track will get annoying but ‘Disjointed’ has a chance to be a good sitcom.
Netflix released a new trailer for ‘Disjointed’ Tuesday afternoon.
‘Disjointed’ is a 30-minute sitcom created by Chuck Lorre and David Javerbaum. Bates plays Ruth, a lifelong advocate for legalization who is finally living her dream as the owner of a Los Angeles cannabis dispensary, Ruth’s Alternative Caring. Joining her are three charismatic “budtenders”, her entrepreneurial twenty-something-year-old son and a very troubled security guard.
The show stars Bates, Tone Bell, Aaron Moten, Elizabeth Alderfer, Dougie Baldwin and Elizabeth Ho.
‘Disjointed’ hits Netflix on August 25.
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Netflix announced Tuesday morning David Letterman is going back to work. The streaming service signed the former late night host to a six-episode series.
“I feel excited and lucky to be working on this project for Netflix. Here’s what I have learned, if you retire to spend more time with your family, check with your family first. Thanks for watching, drive safely,” said Letterman.
The yet-to-be-named show will focus on in-depth conversations with extraordinary people, and in-the-field segments expressing his curiosity and humor. In each hour-long episode, Letterman will conduct a long-form conversation with a singular guest – and will also explore topics on his own, away from the studio.
Letterman’s last episode of ‘The Late Show’ aired on May 20, 2015, to an audience of 13.76 million people.
You can catch Letterman’s new Netflix series in 2018.
Archie Comics made a bold move Tuesday morning when it announced the return of The Mighty Crusaders a title created by Jerry Siegel in 1965, via THR. Ian Flynn takes on the task of writing The Mighty Crusaders with art by Kelsey Shannon.
“The best of the golden age through the lens of the present. That grand scale spectacle and boundless imagination of the great old comics past mixed with the attention to character and emotional realism that we all come to expect from the stories we choose to invest ourselves in today,” said Shannon.
Archie Comics would love to compete with Marvel and DC Comics in the world of superheroes, but the first chance Archie CEO Jon Goldwater gets he takes a swipe at the big two.
“We wanted to create a book that’s accessible, not mired in a million crossovers and part of a bigger, unfolding story,” said Goldwater.
Our advice to Goldwater, produce great comic books and don’t worry about the competition. If you want to take on DC and Marvel that is amazing, more competition will only do the industry better, but don’t stare at your home run before it leaves the park. It was only a short time ago Archie Comics failed miserably at a Kickstarter campaign to relaunch the company. Focus on the heroes.
Goldwater states this will be a lynchpin book that he hopes will lead to spin-offs and expansion for the Dark Circle universe.
“You don’t need a Ph.D. in comics to hop onboard. Everything is explained in the first issue. These are beloved, iconic characters and it’s time we dust them off and let them shine for what they are — amazing superhero properties that deserve a bigger spotlight,” said Goldwater.
Yes, talking down to comic books fans has always worked so well. Goldwater instead, needs to give more details about the series and let the creative team involved be the face of the conversation.
The Mighty Crusaders #1 hits your local comic book store in December.
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As all of our readers likely know, the legendary Adam West passed away earlier this year. He was the original Batman, and was considered one of the most influental actors to don the cape. Despite the tragic passing, West had finished his work on Batman vs. Two-Face, which means fans will get one more Batman movie starring the actor.
Best Buy has listed Batman vs. Two-Face with a October 17, 2017 release date.
Two-Face/Harvey Dent is voiced by none-other than Star Trek legend William Shatner, with Julie Newmar portraying Catwoman, Burt Ward as Robin, and Steven Weber as Alfred Pennyworth.
Former Gotham City District Attorney Harvey Dent, one side of his face scarred by acid, goes on a crime spree based on the number ‘2’. All of his actions are decided by the flip of a defaced, two-headed silver dollar.
Will you be picking up Batman vs. Two-Face on Blu-Ray, DVD, or Digital? Comment below, let us know.
Although the trailers and footage for Justice League have done well in not showing off Superman, the other pieces of marketing, unfortunately, have not followed suit. While we’ve gotten photos here and there, nothing, until now, has given us such a good look at Henry Cavill’s character in the film.
Unfortunately, it appears as though Kal-El won’t be rocking his famous mullet and beard after returning, like the character did in the comic books.
“Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman’s selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy. Together, Batman and Wonder Woman work quickly to find and recruit a team of metahumans to stand against this newly awakened threat. But despite the formation of this unprecedented league of heroes—Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg and The Flash—it may already be too late to save the planet from an assault of catastrophic proportions.”
Justice League is directed by Zack Snyderand stars Ben Affleck (Batman), Henry Cavill (Superman), Gal Gadot (Wonder Woman), Ezra Miller (The Flash), Jason Momoa (Aquaman), Ray Fisher (Cyborg), Ciarán Hinds (Steppenwolf), Amy Adams (Lois Lane), Diane Lane (Martha Kent), Jeremy Irons (Alfred Pennyworth), J.K. Simmons (Commissioner Gordon), Amber Heard (Mera), Kiersey Clemons (Iris West) and Jesse Eisenberg (Lex Luthor).
Darren Aronofsky Showcases His Unique Brand of Horror With ‘Mother!’
The first official look at ‘Mother!‘ is not only chilling but rather puzzling. Like previous Darren Aronofsky movies, the viewer isn’t always clued in on what’s happening. That doesn’t change with the newest trailer for ‘Mother!‘. Unlike the teaser released a few weeks back, there’s a better sense of the film’s plot. A reclusive couple (Jennifer Lawrence and Javier Bardem) have their peaceful lives shaken up. There’s no confirmation on what starts the horror, but it doesn’t take long for it to get extreme.
Check it out below:
The film feels like a psycho-sexual version of Rosemary’s Baby. Viewers can’t help but get a satanic vibe from what’s shown here. With the addition of Michelle Phiffer and Ed Harris characters, things not only get stranger but far more erotic. Are they trying to lure this homely couple into something dark?
Darren Aronofsky is known for bending genre conventions, blurring the line between what is a thriller and what is horror. ‘Mother!‘seems to be in vain of his previous work Black Swan and Requiem for a Dream. The raw reality is a terrifying concept, so why not explore that? Though Aronofsky ups the realism with a little magic, it doesn’t take away from his dramatic & horrifying look at humans. ‘Mother!‘ seems to dive into marriage, love, and what happens when temptation strikes. Going from addiction to drugs and work, could this be his film about a serious addiction to love?
Let me know what you think of the first official trailer for ‘Mother!‘ in the comments below. Do you believe that this art-house horror film will find any mainstream appeal?
“Terror strikes when uninvited guests disrupt a couple’s tranquil existence.”
‘Mother!‘ stars Jennifer Lawrence, Javier Bardem, Michelle Phieffer, and Ed Harris.
The new Darren Aronofsky film premieres in theaters on September 15th.
‘Wet Hot American Summer’ is a cult classic, and now two Netflix series later, BOOM! Studios believe there is enough material left for an original graphic novel. The comic publisher announced Monday afternoon, a ‘Wet Hot American Summer’ graphic novel would hit the shelves in June and take place between the original film and Netflix prequel series.
The complete cast of Camp Firewood will be featured in the book. No creative teams have been announced, only a Joe Quinones was released.
“Wet Hot American Summer is one of those magical films that not only helped launch the career of a dozen household names, but resonated with a generation of viewers over many repeat viewings,” said Filip Sablik, President of Publishing & Marketing, BOOM! Studios. “We’re excited to reveal more story details and the full creative team of this brand-new addition to the world of Wet Hot American Summer, but we know when you see the beautiful cover by Joe Quinones, you’ll understand why this will be one of our biggest releases in 2018.”
“We love the BOOM! Studios guys’ work and we’re thrilled to be partnering with them on the Wet Hot graphic novel,” said Howard Bernstein, producer of the 2001 film. “It’s exciting for us to bring to the billions of Wet Hot fans across the globe another way to enjoy the characters.”
‘Wet Hot American Summer’ stars Janeane Garofalo, David Hyde Pierce, Paul Rudd, Amy Poehler, Bradley Cooper, Elizabeth Banks, and Molly Shannon. The film was written by Michael Showalter and David Wain and directed by Wain. The Netflix series, ‘Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp,’ was released in Summer 2015, and a follow-up Netflix series, ‘Wet Hot American Summer: 10 Years Later,’ was released this summer.
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Writer/director/podcaster/Jersey native Kevin Smith celebrated his birthday, as well as the 20th anniversary of Jay & Silent Bob’s Secret Stash, the landmark comic book store in Red Bank, New Jersey, over the weekend.
Smith returned to his old stomping grounds to film a segment of AMC’s Comic Book Men, where he and his hetero life-mate Jason Mewes (the Jay to his Silent Bob) attempted to break a Guinness World Record on August 5 with fans cosplaying as the famous duo. Smith and Mewes greeted fans, passed out donuts, and even dressed up as their cinematic counterparts. Hundreds arrived over the course of the day to take part in the attempt – and they succeeded.
To top it off, Red Bank mayor Pasquale Menna was there to give Kevin Smith a key to the city.
After the event, Smith returned to his hometown of Atlantic Highlands as a special guest for a screening of Shooting Clerks, a feature film about the making of Clerks from independent Scottish writer/director Christopher Downie. Smith served as Executive Producer on the flick.
Kevin Smith is a busy man these days. He is producing and hosting a number of podcasts under his Smodcast brand. He is also in production of Moose Jaws, the third in his “True North Trilogy,” the horror anthology Killroy Was Here, the Spawn spinoff series Sam and Twitch, and an announced return to his View Askewniverse with Jay and Silent Bob Reboot. He has also been a welcome addition to DCTV, directing episodes of Supergirl and The Flash.
It has been one hell of a year already for Image Comics. Along with flagship titles like Walking Dead and Saga, the publisher has been providing top-notch entertainment in every genre imaginable. With five months left to go, let’s take a look at five of Image’s best in 2017 so far.
Extremity
Series creator/writer/artist, Daniel Warren Johnson, is making quite a name for himself in the comic book industry. He and colorist Mike Spicer have created one of the most gruesome and iconic worlds in comic books today.
Extremitybegins as a story of revenge and quickly evolves into so much more. In just six issues, readers have been through a fleet of emotional meat grinders with these characters.
The series is one of the most unique visual experiences in the medium. Every issue is loaded with carnage and violence on such a grand scale, while maintaining its heart and still proudly wearing it on its sleeve. Every character, creature, weapon, ensignia, and vehicle is iconic and memorable.
Black Science
The sci-fi masterpiece by Rick Remender and Matteo Scalera is coming to a close. Having just reached its thirtieth issue, there are only ten remaining.
While that is awful for fans of the series, it has also significantly amped up the book. The four issues that came out this year have lived up to Remender’s promise of a strong finish. Stakes are higher than ever for Grant McKay and his fellow dimensionauts.
Black Science is one of the best modern sci-fi comics and it keeps getting better. Remender and Scalera prove with every issue how important creative teams are. The chemistry on display each month is something you don’t see at Marvel or DC anymore, especially not for forty issues.
Grant McKay and his Anarchist League of Scientists unleashed the dangers of interdimensional travel upon the world. It will be a sad day for all of us when it’s over.
The Old Guard
This is a quieter title for Image, by Greg Rucka and Leandro Fernandez. A group of soldiers cursed with immortality are finding it hard to keep their secret in the 21st century.
An interesting take on a familiar theme, The Old Guard has kept readers on their toes. Starring a strong female lead unlike any other, the cast of this book is so fleshed out and real that every bit of betrayal makes your heart skip a beat.
Rucka is delivering an unforgettable and fresh story that never goes where you expect it to. Fernandez, and colorist Daniela Miwa, accent Rucka’s vision perfectly and in a magnificently vibrant style.
Redneck
Writer Donny Cates is on fire at Image this year. God Country was a massively triumphant mini-series, but he didn’t stop there. Cates and artist Lisandro Estherren get spooky down south.
Redneck is a spectacular vampire comic about a family of hillbilly blood suckers that run a barbecue joint and live off of cow blood. Through four issues, this has been a very different take on the classic horror creatures. It’s also as far away from Trueblood as it can possibly be.
A down and dirty book that looks at vampires from a totally different angle, it’s a breath of fresh air for the genre and mythos. This is a world we’re going to want to explore for a long while.
Kill Or Be Killed
This Eisner-nominated series from Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips is a non-stop thrill ride. A young man down on his luck is forced by a demon to kill people to keep himself alive.
Every page is pulse pounding, no other comic carries tension from issue to issue like Kill Or Be Killed. Brubaker has a way of convincing the reader to drop his guard along with the character, only to be taken by surprise again and again.
Stories about demons and deals and all that are a dime a dozen these days. If you’re only going to pay attention to one, make sure it’s Kill Or Be Killed, you won’t regret it.
Which Image comics are your top five? Let us know in the comments below!
