It’s not uncommon for shows to lose their spark when they go on for too long, and this is pretty apparent in most CW shows, especially the Arrowverse, which kickstarted with Arrow in 2012. Despite starting on a high note that led to The Flash’s launch, which too was showered with laudation by fans and critics, there wasn’t a constant flow of quality in their latter seasons.
In hindsight, it’s not surprising to see why this was the case, as Marc Guggenheim, one of its creators, recalled they didn’t initially start out with an interconnected universe in mind.
Marc Guggenheim Explained Why the Initial Seasons of Arrow Peaked
A still from Arrow | CW
After Smallville concluded in 2011, CW hired Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg, and Greg Berlanti to make Arrow, which was initially intended to be a Smallville spin-off. However, this idea was dropped shortly after as...
In hindsight, it’s not surprising to see why this was the case, as Marc Guggenheim, one of its creators, recalled they didn’t initially start out with an interconnected universe in mind.
Marc Guggenheim Explained Why the Initial Seasons of Arrow Peaked
A still from Arrow | CW
After Smallville concluded in 2011, CW hired Marc Guggenheim, Andrew Kreisberg, and Greg Berlanti to make Arrow, which was initially intended to be a Smallville spin-off. However, this idea was dropped shortly after as...
- 5/23/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
The Arrowverse has always been a place of different possibilities no matter how bizarre they may seem. Each hero had their own standing and story to tell. While some ended on a bittersweet note, others found their footing in one way or another. Each story went down its own path with either major or minor crossovers taking place from time to time.
Kevin Conroy and Ruby Rose in Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part 2 | Credit: The CWThrough them all, the collaborations between all the shows of the series gathered the most attention. When Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl, Batwoman, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, and even Black Lightening came together, the audiences had the most focus. One of the grandest crossovers of the Arrowverse, Crisis on Infinite Earths, which had every fan going berserk, almost didn’t happen at all.
Arrowverse Without an Expansion
When the Arrowverse first started out, it was...
Kevin Conroy and Ruby Rose in Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part 2 | Credit: The CWThrough them all, the collaborations between all the shows of the series gathered the most attention. When Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl, Batwoman, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, and even Black Lightening came together, the audiences had the most focus. One of the grandest crossovers of the Arrowverse, Crisis on Infinite Earths, which had every fan going berserk, almost didn’t happen at all.
Arrowverse Without an Expansion
When the Arrowverse first started out, it was...
- 5/23/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Kevin Conroy has portrayed Batman more often than anyone else, appearing in a variety of animated films, TV series, and, of course, video games. Part of what made the late actor so iconic was his distinctive way of delivering the richness of dynamic dialogue that became essential to the Batman character.
The actor has the ability to turn any line from the Caped Crusader into gold, even lines delivered by other Batman actors. On that note, back in 2017, Conroy spoke with Rob Paulsen on Nerdist’s Talkin’ Toons podcast and skillfully narrated Christian Bale’s epic speech from The Dark Knight’s climactic scene.
Kevin Conroy (Credit: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Conroy and Paulsen (voicing Commissioner Gordon) delivered their lines in a single take, approaching the sequence as though it were a radio play.
Even though it is obvious that the scene lacked the polished feel of Conroy’s work...
The actor has the ability to turn any line from the Caped Crusader into gold, even lines delivered by other Batman actors. On that note, back in 2017, Conroy spoke with Rob Paulsen on Nerdist’s Talkin’ Toons podcast and skillfully narrated Christian Bale’s epic speech from The Dark Knight’s climactic scene.
Kevin Conroy (Credit: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Conroy and Paulsen (voicing Commissioner Gordon) delivered their lines in a single take, approaching the sequence as though it were a radio play.
Even though it is obvious that the scene lacked the polished feel of Conroy’s work...
- 5/23/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Looking back, the early nineties were the best of times and worst of times for Batman fans. In 1989, fans got their first big-budget Hollywood Batman movie, followed by the 1992 sequel Batman Returns. Both of these films boasted A-list talent and made huge money. But they weren’t really interested in Batman, at least not the guy that comic book readers loved.
But 1992 saw the launch of Batman: The Animated Series, a cartoon that gave fans some of the best ever tales of the Dark Knight, in any media. Created by Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski, The Animated Series took some visual cues from Burton’s movies, especially in its designs for Catwoman and the Penguin, but it was grounded in the Bronze Age comics by Dennis O’Neil and Neal Adams as well as 1940s cinema.
Taking a lead from the Fleischer Brothers’ Superman cartoons, Timm and Radomski insisted upon smooth animation for their project,...
But 1992 saw the launch of Batman: The Animated Series, a cartoon that gave fans some of the best ever tales of the Dark Knight, in any media. Created by Bruce Timm and Eric Radomski, The Animated Series took some visual cues from Burton’s movies, especially in its designs for Catwoman and the Penguin, but it was grounded in the Bronze Age comics by Dennis O’Neil and Neal Adams as well as 1940s cinema.
Taking a lead from the Fleischer Brothers’ Superman cartoons, Timm and Radomski insisted upon smooth animation for their project,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Grant Gustin’s The Flash is considered one of the most prominent superhero shows before it ended after 9 seasons in 2023. The Arrowverse show was first announced as a spin-off to Arrow, where Gustin first appeared as Barry Allen.
While Stephen Amell’s Arrow was a significant hit among viewers, the makers were not sure if The Flash would also bear similar results. However, they knew that even if the show failed, they could not afford to lose Gustin, and cleverly planned to pave a way to make him stay in the Arrowverse.
Grant Gustin in a still from The Flash I Credits: The CW Network
Arrowverse was one of the most prominent franchises that comprised several DC shows airing on The CW. It was first kickstarted by Stephen Amell’s Arrow and was concluded with The Flash‘s ninth and final season.
What was Arrowverse’s Plan B to keep...
While Stephen Amell’s Arrow was a significant hit among viewers, the makers were not sure if The Flash would also bear similar results. However, they knew that even if the show failed, they could not afford to lose Gustin, and cleverly planned to pave a way to make him stay in the Arrowverse.
Grant Gustin in a still from The Flash I Credits: The CW Network
Arrowverse was one of the most prominent franchises that comprised several DC shows airing on The CW. It was first kickstarted by Stephen Amell’s Arrow and was concluded with The Flash‘s ninth and final season.
What was Arrowverse’s Plan B to keep...
- 5/20/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
DC fans are familiar with the Batman: Arkham video game series, but not a lot of people know that a game based on the 2018 animated movie Gotham by Gaslight was initially planned. Day 1 Studios (now known as Wargaming Chicago-Baltimore) was working on the game, and even a clip of the game’s prototype was shared on YouTube 12 years ago. Unfortunately, this project was scrapped and hasn’t been touched since then.
Batman in Gotham by Gaslight (2017)
Gotham by Gaslight is an alternate-reality Batman graphic novel that was published in 1989, featuring an Elseworlds Batman. The game was supposed to feature a steampunk take on Batman’s world and gadgets. The game would’ve been released around 2014-2015, providing stiff to popular action-adventure games of that year like Assassin’s Creed Syndicate.
DC fans almost got a game based on Gotham by Gaslight with a Steampunk-styled Batman
A still from Gotham...
Batman in Gotham by Gaslight (2017)
Gotham by Gaslight is an alternate-reality Batman graphic novel that was published in 1989, featuring an Elseworlds Batman. The game was supposed to feature a steampunk take on Batman’s world and gadgets. The game would’ve been released around 2014-2015, providing stiff to popular action-adventure games of that year like Assassin’s Creed Syndicate.
DC fans almost got a game based on Gotham by Gaslight with a Steampunk-styled Batman
A still from Gotham...
- 5/18/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
For every DC fan who has been introduced to Batman, his foes, and Gotham City via Batman: The Animated Series, Mark Hamill will always be the preferred Joker. Although the actor is famously known for his onscreen performance as Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars franchise, fans still believe his way of striking the essential balance between crazy and scary was beyond comparison.
Mark Hamill in Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (2017)
There’s no denying that Mark Hamill delivered an indomitable performance in the Star Wars franchise, but he will always prevail on top, for being the greatest voice for the Joker. And after Hamill’s interview during the Star Wars Weekend at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2014, fans have found even more ways to prove that the actor’s greatest role was hands down, Joker.
Why Mark Hamill’s Role as Joker is Considered His Best Performance?...
Mark Hamill in Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (2017)
There’s no denying that Mark Hamill delivered an indomitable performance in the Star Wars franchise, but he will always prevail on top, for being the greatest voice for the Joker. And after Hamill’s interview during the Star Wars Weekend at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 2014, fans have found even more ways to prove that the actor’s greatest role was hands down, Joker.
Why Mark Hamill’s Role as Joker is Considered His Best Performance?...
- 5/15/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The CW's Crisis on Infinite Earths was the Arrowverse's sixth crossover event and aired across five parts from December 2019 - January 2020.
The story played out across episodes of Supergirl, Batwoman, The Flash, Arrow, and Legends of Tomorrow, and featured plenty of fan-pleasing cameos. Those included Kevin Conroy as a live-action Batman, Brandon Routh's return as Superman, and Ezra Miller as The Flash (simpler times).
While it was made on a TV budget, Crisis on Infinite Earths received plenty of praise and delivered a much stronger take on the classic comic book story than this year's poorly-received animated movies.
Talking on his personal blog, Arrowverse architect Marc Guggenheim reflected on the event and confirmed there were once plans for the five-part story to receive a theatrical release.
"I don’t believe this is publicly known but we had been working with Warner Bros. to release all five hours of Crisis...
The story played out across episodes of Supergirl, Batwoman, The Flash, Arrow, and Legends of Tomorrow, and featured plenty of fan-pleasing cameos. Those included Kevin Conroy as a live-action Batman, Brandon Routh's return as Superman, and Ezra Miller as The Flash (simpler times).
While it was made on a TV budget, Crisis on Infinite Earths received plenty of praise and delivered a much stronger take on the classic comic book story than this year's poorly-received animated movies.
Talking on his personal blog, Arrowverse architect Marc Guggenheim reflected on the event and confirmed there were once plans for the five-part story to receive a theatrical release.
"I don’t believe this is publicly known but we had been working with Warner Bros. to release all five hours of Crisis...
- 5/14/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Stephen Amell starred as Oliver Queen a.k.a Green Arrow in the CW series Arrow. The show spawned the Arrowverse, including shows such as The Flash, Legends of Tomorrow, Supergirl, and more. It went on for eight seasons, ending in 2019. The show crossed over with other shows in the Arrowverse and saw many prominent DC characters make an appearance.
While the show included popular characters such as Deathstroke, Black Canary, and the Monitor, the makers revealed that they never intended to introduce some of these characters so early into the show. Characters such as Deathstroke and Arsenal a.k.a Roy Harper appeared in season 1 of the show despite being planned for much later.
Stephen Amell’s Arrow Wanted to Introduce Deathstroke Much Later Stephen Amell in Arrow
Stephen Amell’s Arrow introduced many DC characters to the mainstream, such as Black Canary, Overwatch, and Mister Terrific, and even...
While the show included popular characters such as Deathstroke, Black Canary, and the Monitor, the makers revealed that they never intended to introduce some of these characters so early into the show. Characters such as Deathstroke and Arsenal a.k.a Roy Harper appeared in season 1 of the show despite being planned for much later.
Stephen Amell’s Arrow Wanted to Introduce Deathstroke Much Later Stephen Amell in Arrow
Stephen Amell’s Arrow introduced many DC characters to the mainstream, such as Black Canary, Overwatch, and Mister Terrific, and even...
- 5/13/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Fans had a lot of expectations from Zack Snyder’s Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice starring Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill. After all, it was going to be the first live-action film starring both Batman and Superman. While the film did an impressive job at the box office, the critics did not seem to be fans, and the fans were divided in their opinions.
Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)
Regardless, there are quite a few unforgettable moments from the film, including the one where Ben Affleck’s Batman almost succeeds in killing Henry Cavill’s Superman. The iconic fight had viewers on the edge of their seats as at any moment the Kryptonite-tipped spear could pierce through the superhero. Luckily for him, the fight came to an end, all thanks to one name: Martha.
Recently, the scene from the 2016 movie resurfaced on the Internet on the precious occasion of Mother’s Day.
Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016)
Regardless, there are quite a few unforgettable moments from the film, including the one where Ben Affleck’s Batman almost succeeds in killing Henry Cavill’s Superman. The iconic fight had viewers on the edge of their seats as at any moment the Kryptonite-tipped spear could pierce through the superhero. Luckily for him, the fight came to an end, all thanks to one name: Martha.
Recently, the scene from the 2016 movie resurfaced on the Internet on the precious occasion of Mother’s Day.
- 5/13/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill are two names that defined the Dcau since Batman: The Animated Series was launched back in 1992. They voiced the hero-villain duo of Batman and Joker that became the standard for the rest of the adaptations. Since Batman: Tas, the two went on to lend their voice to these characters for various other projects.
Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill in Batman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Animation]From animated shows to movies to even video games, both Conroy and Hamill forged a connection with the audience with these characters. Unfortunately, Conroy passed away back in 2022 amid a battle with cancer. And since then, Hamill has decided to retire from the character of Joker. Their friendship and camaraderie are one for the books but seems like there are instances where the two did not agree with each other.
Mark Hamill Found a Darker Approach to Joker With...
Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill in Batman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Animation]From animated shows to movies to even video games, both Conroy and Hamill forged a connection with the audience with these characters. Unfortunately, Conroy passed away back in 2022 amid a battle with cancer. And since then, Hamill has decided to retire from the character of Joker. Their friendship and camaraderie are one for the books but seems like there are instances where the two did not agree with each other.
Mark Hamill Found a Darker Approach to Joker With...
- 5/12/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm is set to reprise his Batman magic on-screen with the upcoming animated Batman: Caped Crusader series. The upcoming show is set in a parallel universe in the 40s and will present us with different incarnations of the iconic characters in the Batman lore.
Recently the first look of all the characters from the series was revealed. However, out of all the characters, Harley Quinn caught the most attention due to her race-swapping. The renowned partner of Joker from the comics is an Asian American in the upcoming show.
Harley Quinn in Batman: Caped Crusader (Credits: IMDb)
The Asian American Harley Quinn immediately raised a debate among fans. Several fans thought the show had changed their favorite character from the Og show. But Timm tried to clarify that the story is different and this is an alternate version of the Batman: The Animated Series character.
Why is Bruce...
Recently the first look of all the characters from the series was revealed. However, out of all the characters, Harley Quinn caught the most attention due to her race-swapping. The renowned partner of Joker from the comics is an Asian American in the upcoming show.
Harley Quinn in Batman: Caped Crusader (Credits: IMDb)
The Asian American Harley Quinn immediately raised a debate among fans. Several fans thought the show had changed their favorite character from the Og show. But Timm tried to clarify that the story is different and this is an alternate version of the Batman: The Animated Series character.
Why is Bruce...
- 5/10/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series, which kickstarted the DC Animated Universe (Dcau) is regarded as the best adaptation of the Caped Crusader by many. Besides the plot, one of the primary reasons for its popularity was the iconic voice castings. The late Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill as Batman and Joker have left an indelible mark on the viewers’ minds.
Kevin Conroy’s Batman and Mark Hamill’s Joker
While Conroy is often hailed as the best Batman ever, Mark Hamill’s performance is considered even more praiseworthy than the critically acclaimed live-action works. However, the Star Wars star was not the first choice to play a Dcau role. It was only for voice director Andrea Romano, that Hamill could give us the legendary Joker performance.
How did Mark Hamill get the role of Dcau’s Joker?
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi...
Kevin Conroy’s Batman and Mark Hamill’s Joker
While Conroy is often hailed as the best Batman ever, Mark Hamill’s performance is considered even more praiseworthy than the critically acclaimed live-action works. However, the Star Wars star was not the first choice to play a Dcau role. It was only for voice director Andrea Romano, that Hamill could give us the legendary Joker performance.
How did Mark Hamill get the role of Dcau’s Joker?
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi...
- 5/9/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Batman is receiving a new animated series, one that was passed over by its home in DC, before it was recused by Amazon. The show is going to take a unique approach to the character of Batman, stripping away his gadgets and gizmos and pitting him against this iconic rogue’s gallery in the backdrop of the United States in the 40s.
Bruce Wayne and Selena Kyle in Batman: Caped Crusader
Batman: Caped Crusader is certainly a unique take on the character, especially for the modern day, where Batman is either imagined as a contemporary of the audience or living in the future. The show has revealed multiple first looks via Entertainment Weekly, where the crew revealed a slew of juicy details about the show.
Batman: Caped Crusader‘s first look has already wowed fans with its aesthetic
Batman: Caped Crusader
Batman: Caped Crusader revealed its first look online, and...
Bruce Wayne and Selena Kyle in Batman: Caped Crusader
Batman: Caped Crusader is certainly a unique take on the character, especially for the modern day, where Batman is either imagined as a contemporary of the audience or living in the future. The show has revealed multiple first looks via Entertainment Weekly, where the crew revealed a slew of juicy details about the show.
Batman: Caped Crusader‘s first look has already wowed fans with its aesthetic
Batman: Caped Crusader
Batman: Caped Crusader revealed its first look online, and...
- 5/9/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
If you’ve been living the 1990s dream over the past few weeks with every successive episode of X-Men ’97, you’re likely feeling despondent that Marvel’s throwback animated series has nearly reached its season finale. But fear not – get ready for DC’s throwback animated series with the arrival of Batman: Caped Crusader, due to arrive on Prime Video. It’s an all-new show, but inevitably arrives in the tradition of Batman: The Animated Series, one of the most beloved of all screen takes on the Dark Knight – and it comes from the powerhouse trio of JJ Abrams, Matt Reeves (behind The Batman and its upcoming sequel), and Bruce Timm.
Now, the first images of the series have dropped – offering your first look at Batman, Bruce Wayne, Harley Quinn, Clayface, Jim Gordon and more. Take a look here:
The series is set entirely in the 1940s, placing it...
Now, the first images of the series have dropped – offering your first look at Batman, Bruce Wayne, Harley Quinn, Clayface, Jim Gordon and more. Take a look here:
The series is set entirely in the 1940s, placing it...
- 5/9/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - TV
To many Batman fans, the ultimate version of the character on the screen was the voice interpretation by the late Kevin Conroy. Conroy played Batman in numerous adaptations, but it all started with Batman: The Animated Series, arguably the best animated series in history. Conroy passed away in 2022 due to cancer and his last performance as The Dark Knight will be in Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part Three, which is a posthumous appearance that will once again reunite Conroy’s Batman with Mark Hamill’s Joker.
Although Conroy actually got the chance to appear as a live-action version of Batman in the Batwoman episode “Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Two,” which was part of a major Arrowverse crossover, he was supposed to make another live-action appearance in the canceled one-season show, Gotham Knights, according to the series’ showrunners.
Gotham Knights co-showrunners, James Stoteraux and Chad Fiveash, appeared...
Although Conroy actually got the chance to appear as a live-action version of Batman in the Batwoman episode “Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Two,” which was part of a major Arrowverse crossover, he was supposed to make another live-action appearance in the canceled one-season show, Gotham Knights, according to the series’ showrunners.
Gotham Knights co-showrunners, James Stoteraux and Chad Fiveash, appeared...
- 5/9/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
The late Kevin Conroy is known for his various incarnations of Batman in various mediums. He embodied and became the voice of the character starting from Batman: The Animated Series, and has since gone on to voice him in many Batman-related projects over the years. He transitioned to appearing as Bruce Wayne in the Arrowverse in 2019.
Ruby Rose and Kevin Conroy in Crisis on Infinite Earths
He starred as an aged and damaged Batman in the episode Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Two alongside Ruby Rose’s Batwoman. Fans were surprised with the dark iteration of the character and were impressed with Conroy’s live-action performance. The actor was supposed to return as the character in the show Gotham Knights but was unable to do so due to his illness.
Kevin Conroy Was Originally Planned to Be a Part of Gotham Knights
Kevin Conroy’s Batman was originally included in...
Ruby Rose and Kevin Conroy in Crisis on Infinite Earths
He starred as an aged and damaged Batman in the episode Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Two alongside Ruby Rose’s Batwoman. Fans were surprised with the dark iteration of the character and were impressed with Conroy’s live-action performance. The actor was supposed to return as the character in the show Gotham Knights but was unable to do so due to his illness.
Kevin Conroy Was Originally Planned to Be a Part of Gotham Knights
Kevin Conroy’s Batman was originally included in...
- 5/9/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
Mark Hamill and Harrison Ford were major players in the original Star Wars trilogy as Luke Skywalker and Han Solo. As part of the Resistance fighting to bring down the tyrannical Empire, the two played integral roles in bringing it down. While the first film set up the world and the overall rivalry between the two, the sequels go all out with their war against each other.
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: A New Hope
The iconic lightsaber fight from Empire Strikes Back, and the twist, remain the most iconic moments in the franchise. Luke’s lightsaber was put on auction in 2017, a year before the passing of the franchise’s producer Gary Kurtz. The price of the lightsaber was less than Ford’s combined salary for the original trilogy.
Mark Hamill’s Lightsaber from Empire Strikes Back Was Auctioned At $450,000
Luke battles Darth Vader in Empire...
Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: A New Hope
The iconic lightsaber fight from Empire Strikes Back, and the twist, remain the most iconic moments in the franchise. Luke’s lightsaber was put on auction in 2017, a year before the passing of the franchise’s producer Gary Kurtz. The price of the lightsaber was less than Ford’s combined salary for the original trilogy.
Mark Hamill’s Lightsaber from Empire Strikes Back Was Auctioned At $450,000
Luke battles Darth Vader in Empire...
- 5/9/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
In a major step in the right direction, the Warner Bros. answer to Super Smash Bros. Multiversus announces a brand-new character that will be coming to the game in one of the most spectacular trailers that has gamers screaming with joy already.
Even though Multiversus doesn’t have a massive following in the gaming community, it does have a lot of potential to explore into the numerous IPs that are owned by Warner Bros. and now it is taking a step into a rather familiar direction as it brings in a familiar character from the DC Universe.
If You’re Looking For a Laugh, You Have Come to the Right Place, as Multiversus Unveils a New Character Coming to the Game A new character will be laughing their way onto Multiversus.
Thanks to a recent teaser trailer on the official Multiversus Twitter/X user, which revealed this new character, we...
Even though Multiversus doesn’t have a massive following in the gaming community, it does have a lot of potential to explore into the numerous IPs that are owned by Warner Bros. and now it is taking a step into a rather familiar direction as it brings in a familiar character from the DC Universe.
If You’re Looking For a Laugh, You Have Come to the Right Place, as Multiversus Unveils a New Character Coming to the Game A new character will be laughing their way onto Multiversus.
Thanks to a recent teaser trailer on the official Multiversus Twitter/X user, which revealed this new character, we...
- 5/9/2024
- by Liam Magee
- FandomWire
Back in November, Mark Hamill told fans at Fan Expo San Francisco that he would no longer be portraying the Clown Prince of Gotham.
Despite being considered by many to be the best Joker of all time, Hamill believed he just couldn't play the role unless it was opposite Kevin Conroy's Batman. Conroy, who voiced Bruce Wayne/Batman across several projects, passed away in November 2022.
But it seems there was a little caveat that allowed for Hamill to reprise the iconic villain role one final time in an upcoming game called MultiVersus. As it turns out, prior to his passing, Kevin Conroy also voiced Batman in the fighting game. It's perhaps for this reason that Hamill made an exception to his previous statement and returned to the role of Joker in the game.
For those unfamiliar, MultiVersus is a free-to-play platform fighter, in the same vein as Nintendo's Super Smash Bros.
Despite being considered by many to be the best Joker of all time, Hamill believed he just couldn't play the role unless it was opposite Kevin Conroy's Batman. Conroy, who voiced Bruce Wayne/Batman across several projects, passed away in November 2022.
But it seems there was a little caveat that allowed for Hamill to reprise the iconic villain role one final time in an upcoming game called MultiVersus. As it turns out, prior to his passing, Kevin Conroy also voiced Batman in the fighting game. It's perhaps for this reason that Hamill made an exception to his previous statement and returned to the role of Joker in the game.
For those unfamiliar, MultiVersus is a free-to-play platform fighter, in the same vein as Nintendo's Super Smash Bros.
- 5/9/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Although there has been a plethora of onscreen adaptations of the Batman mythos, to many, the 1992 series still remains the definitive version of the character and his rouges’ gallery. While most of it had to do with Bruce Timm and Paul Dini’s brilliance, one cannot undermine the contribution of the amazing voice cast, which involved the likes of Kevin Conroy, Mark Hamill, Arleen Sorkin, etc.
For that, we have Andrea Romano to thank, who served as casting and voice director on the acclaimed show. However, getting the tone of the show right took Romano a while, as this was unlike anything she had been part of before.
Getting Bruce Timm’s Vision Right Took Andrea Romano a Few Episodes
Andrea Romano | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
It’s hard to separate Batman from his dark brooding identity nowadays, but this wasn’t exactly the case three decades back. Andrea Romano, who...
For that, we have Andrea Romano to thank, who served as casting and voice director on the acclaimed show. However, getting the tone of the show right took Romano a while, as this was unlike anything she had been part of before.
Getting Bruce Timm’s Vision Right Took Andrea Romano a Few Episodes
Andrea Romano | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
It’s hard to separate Batman from his dark brooding identity nowadays, but this wasn’t exactly the case three decades back. Andrea Romano, who...
- 5/8/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Gotham Knights only managed to last 13 episodes before being cancelled by The CW, but given the poor reviews and ratings, there wasn't too much of an outcry from DC fans.
A group of Batman's sidekicks protecting Gotham City in the wake of his death is a cool premise, but ditching the costumes gave the series a mid-2000s feel which alienated a lot of comic book readers from the start.
We've previously heard rumblings that Jensen Ackles was being eyed to play Batman. Now, showrunners James Stoteraux and Chad Fiveash have confirmed they were given the green light to include the Dark Knight in at least one episode.
However, they had someone different in mind to don the cape and cowl.
Talking on The Showrunner Whisperer (via Multiverse of Color), Stoteraux explained, "There was a scene from The Dark Knight Returns that we wanted to do. It was Robin’s...
A group of Batman's sidekicks protecting Gotham City in the wake of his death is a cool premise, but ditching the costumes gave the series a mid-2000s feel which alienated a lot of comic book readers from the start.
We've previously heard rumblings that Jensen Ackles was being eyed to play Batman. Now, showrunners James Stoteraux and Chad Fiveash have confirmed they were given the green light to include the Dark Knight in at least one episode.
However, they had someone different in mind to don the cape and cowl.
Talking on The Showrunner Whisperer (via Multiverse of Color), Stoteraux explained, "There was a scene from The Dark Knight Returns that we wanted to do. It was Robin’s...
- 5/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Batman: The Animated Series remains one of the most definitive adaptations of the character in modern media. The cast and crew that worked on the show would go on to become seasoned Batman veterans and produce multiple versions of the character in and outside the Dcau.
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
Andrea Romano was a key contributor to the Dcau, being a powerhouse for the franchise, looking towards casting the iconic voice talent that would become synonymous with the show and the characters that they play. However, there was another key matter in which Romano’s contribution was invaluable, one that has been since discontinued, and left the industry for worse.
Andrea Romano was a big fan of ensemble readings
Batman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Animation]There are a lot of things that are unique about the animated medium, especially when it comes to the production of projects...
Batman | Source: Batman: The Animated Series
Andrea Romano was a key contributor to the Dcau, being a powerhouse for the franchise, looking towards casting the iconic voice talent that would become synonymous with the show and the characters that they play. However, there was another key matter in which Romano’s contribution was invaluable, one that has been since discontinued, and left the industry for worse.
Andrea Romano was a big fan of ensemble readings
Batman: The Animated Series [Credit: Warner Bros. Animation]There are a lot of things that are unique about the animated medium, especially when it comes to the production of projects...
- 5/8/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Despite the mysticism of voice-over acting and the mysterious voices behind the animated parts, there remains a strong attraction to the medium of animation for actors who strive for real creative potential beyond the allure of recognition and glamor. Kevin Conroy stands out, among the millions of other faceless heroes, as one of the most respected and famous voice actors whose contribution to the DC comics lore has made him synonymous with Batman.
Kevin Conroy at the 2019 Sdcc for Batman Beyond 20th Anniversary [Photo: Gage Skidmore]Kevin Conroyʼs enigmatic foray into the world of DC is well-known to all who have even a basic understanding of the Dark Knight mythology. The origin of the Adam West serial that turned the IP into a cartoonish, campy, caricature was viewed through the lens of vengeance and brooding melodrama. For the first time, “I am Batman” instilled ice-cold terror in the listenerʼs veins rather...
Kevin Conroy at the 2019 Sdcc for Batman Beyond 20th Anniversary [Photo: Gage Skidmore]Kevin Conroyʼs enigmatic foray into the world of DC is well-known to all who have even a basic understanding of the Dark Knight mythology. The origin of the Adam West serial that turned the IP into a cartoonish, campy, caricature was viewed through the lens of vengeance and brooding melodrama. For the first time, “I am Batman” instilled ice-cold terror in the listenerʼs veins rather...
- 5/8/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
The first full-length trailer for Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part Three has just hit (via Toonado.com), and it teases what looks to be a high-stakes finale to this animated trilogy (and the Tomorrowverse as we know it).
With the Anti-Monitor on the loose, a whole host of heroes assemble to save the Multiverse, but it looks like that will be easier said than done when they also have Lex Luthor to contend with. Several other villains are also spotted, including The Joker, Scarecrow, and Two-Face.
In terms of cameos, the trailer ends with another Batman: The Animated Series tease. Batman Beyond also appears, but perhaps the biggest surprise comes when we return to the world of the Super Friends!
The Saturday morning cartoon aired between 1973 and 1985 on ABC and was produced by Hanna-Barbera. That classic animation style returns here and we're hoping the movie has even...
With the Anti-Monitor on the loose, a whole host of heroes assemble to save the Multiverse, but it looks like that will be easier said than done when they also have Lex Luthor to contend with. Several other villains are also spotted, including The Joker, Scarecrow, and Two-Face.
In terms of cameos, the trailer ends with another Batman: The Animated Series tease. Batman Beyond also appears, but perhaps the biggest surprise comes when we return to the world of the Super Friends!
The Saturday morning cartoon aired between 1973 and 1985 on ABC and was produced by Hanna-Barbera. That classic animation style returns here and we're hoping the movie has even...
- 5/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Robert Pattinson was cast as the seventh iteration of a live-action Batman in Matt Reeves’ The Batman. Set during the early years of Bruce Wayne’s vigilantism, the film saw the character investigating several murders of high-profile men of power in Gotham. The film was released in 2022 and earned $722 million at the box office.
Though Ben Affleck was still playing the role of the Caped Crusader in the Dceu at the time, he stepped down from a solo Batman film, which allowed Reeves to explore a younger Batman with Pattinson. The Twilight star mentioned that the film was different from previous iterations of the character as it focused on the inner turmoil of Bruce Wayne. According to him, the only other film that achieved the feat was Batman: Mask of the Phantasm.
Robert Pattinson Compares The Batman To Batman: Mask of the Phantasm Robert Pattinson in The Batman
After Ben...
Though Ben Affleck was still playing the role of the Caped Crusader in the Dceu at the time, he stepped down from a solo Batman film, which allowed Reeves to explore a younger Batman with Pattinson. The Twilight star mentioned that the film was different from previous iterations of the character as it focused on the inner turmoil of Bruce Wayne. According to him, the only other film that achieved the feat was Batman: Mask of the Phantasm.
Robert Pattinson Compares The Batman To Batman: Mask of the Phantasm Robert Pattinson in The Batman
After Ben...
- 5/7/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
In 2016 Bruce Timm reunited with Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill to adapt Alan Moore and Brian Bolland’s acclaimed 1989 graphic novel Batman: The Killing Joke. Following the comic’s nature, the animated film earned an R-rating upon its release, as Timm wanted to stay truthful to the source material, and Tkj became the first rated R DC Universe Original Animated release.
But reflecting on the film’s adult rating, the Batman: The Animated Series creator clarified it wasn’t the start of a trend of more rated-r animated DC releases moving forward.
Batman: The Killing Joke Was Its Own Thing Stressed Bruce Timm
A still from Batman: The Killing Joke | Warner Bros.
Despite having some personal issues with Alan Moore’s graphic novel, Bruce Timm opted to stay true to the source material following his admiration for Moore’s work on The Killing Joke. Apart from the film’s controversial prologue,...
But reflecting on the film’s adult rating, the Batman: The Animated Series creator clarified it wasn’t the start of a trend of more rated-r animated DC releases moving forward.
Batman: The Killing Joke Was Its Own Thing Stressed Bruce Timm
A still from Batman: The Killing Joke | Warner Bros.
Despite having some personal issues with Alan Moore’s graphic novel, Bruce Timm opted to stay true to the source material following his admiration for Moore’s work on The Killing Joke. Apart from the film’s controversial prologue,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Mark Hamill has been synonymous with the voice of the Joker ever since he performed the role in Batman: The Animated Series. The actor was nominated for two Annie Awards while he performed the role and he was even tapped to voice the Clown Prince of Crime in other Dcau projects such as Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker and Superman: The Animated Series.
One of Hamill’s best performances as the Joker was in the iconic Dcau film Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. Though he was a secondary villain in the film, Hamill’s performance has been widely regarded as one of his best and the film too has gained a cult following over the years. However, the film was a huge flop upon release and WB is the reason why.
Mark Hamill Knows Why Batman: Mask of the Phantasm Failed At The Box Office Phantasm in Batman: Mask of the Phantasm...
One of Hamill’s best performances as the Joker was in the iconic Dcau film Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. Though he was a secondary villain in the film, Hamill’s performance has been widely regarded as one of his best and the film too has gained a cult following over the years. However, the film was a huge flop upon release and WB is the reason why.
Mark Hamill Knows Why Batman: Mask of the Phantasm Failed At The Box Office Phantasm in Batman: Mask of the Phantasm...
- 5/7/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Mark Hamill has been known for his role as Luke Skywalker in the original Star Wars trilogy. However, he has also been synonymous with the voice of the Joker as he rendered his vocal talents to the DC villain in Batman: The Animated Series and other films and shows of the Dcau. Hamill was also nominated for Annie Awards for the show and Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker.
Hamill also played the role in one of the finest Batman films of all time. He reprised the role in Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, which has been regarded as one of the best animated Batman films of all time. Hamill’s Joker was a secondary villain in the controversial film and the actor was reportedly grateful that the character was positioned that way.
Mark Hamill Was Happy That Joker Was Not The Main Antagonist Of Batman: Mask of the...
Hamill also played the role in one of the finest Batman films of all time. He reprised the role in Batman: Mask of the Phantasm, which has been regarded as one of the best animated Batman films of all time. Hamill’s Joker was a secondary villain in the controversial film and the actor was reportedly grateful that the character was positioned that way.
Mark Hamill Was Happy That Joker Was Not The Main Antagonist Of Batman: Mask of the...
- 5/6/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Batman is one of the most popular characters; he’s had a cult following ever since Bob Kane created the character in Detective Comics #27. The Arkhamverse, which began with Arkham Asylum, propelled the Caped Crusader to another level for fans.
Despite the latest title addition to the games’ universe coming out as recently as February, it, per fans, died with the third entry in Rocksteady’s series. DC, however, doesn’t seem to understand it and seems hellbent on milking the series with its latest VR title, Arkham Shadow. Here are five reasons why it’s high time that the comic book company accepts this and begins a new epoch for the Dark Knight.
5. No One Asked for a Batman VR Game The upcoming Arkham game is a VR title, which nobody wanted.
Contrary to what some fans of the character and the games might believe, Arkham VR, released in...
Despite the latest title addition to the games’ universe coming out as recently as February, it, per fans, died with the third entry in Rocksteady’s series. DC, however, doesn’t seem to understand it and seems hellbent on milking the series with its latest VR title, Arkham Shadow. Here are five reasons why it’s high time that the comic book company accepts this and begins a new epoch for the Dark Knight.
5. No One Asked for a Batman VR Game The upcoming Arkham game is a VR title, which nobody wanted.
Contrary to what some fans of the character and the games might believe, Arkham VR, released in...
- 5/6/2024
- by Sparsh Jaimini
- FandomWire
Justice League: Crisis On Infinite Earths - Part Three Cover Art Reveals The Movie's Lead Characters
When the news broke during last year's San Diego Comic-Con that the Crisis on Infinite Earths comic book was being turned into a three-part animated movie, DC fans rejoiced.
The CW previously adapted the story for the Arrowverse, but this version had the opportunity to bring together countless animated characters from across the Dcau in an ambitious retelling of the story. Unfortunately, the opening two chapters have been mostly disappointing.
There's still a chance it will end on a high note, of course, and a first look at Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part Three's cover art has now found its way online (via Toonado.com).
Recreating the iconic shot of Superman holding the downed Supergirl, we also see Mister Terrific, Batman, Lex Luthor, Hawkgirl, Hourman, Wonder Woman, and The Joker. Looming in the background is the massive Anti-Monitor.
While a Watchmen movie is still expected to be released later this year,...
The CW previously adapted the story for the Arrowverse, but this version had the opportunity to bring together countless animated characters from across the Dcau in an ambitious retelling of the story. Unfortunately, the opening two chapters have been mostly disappointing.
There's still a chance it will end on a high note, of course, and a first look at Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths - Part Three's cover art has now found its way online (via Toonado.com).
Recreating the iconic shot of Superman holding the downed Supergirl, we also see Mister Terrific, Batman, Lex Luthor, Hawkgirl, Hourman, Wonder Woman, and The Joker. Looming in the background is the massive Anti-Monitor.
While a Watchmen movie is still expected to be released later this year,...
- 5/6/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Beloved DC hero Batman has never run out of vicious villains that challenged the Dark Knight in his attempt to clean Gotham City with his long-time dream to make it crime-free. Amid many foes, the Caped Crusader once faced his ultimate doppelgänger, Thomas Blake.
Catman. Credit: DC Comics
Blake possesses several traits of Bruce Wayne. To begin with, he has been another rich mogul in Gotham City but eventually bored with his wealth and moved to Africa, where he developed magical agility and prowess in combat. Catman, who was once in love with Selina Kyle, aka Catwoman, ended up being the nemesis of Batman as he started his crime spree.
Who Is Thomas Blake? Catman. Credit: DC Comics
Thomas Blake, also known as Catman, is a former wealthy animal trapper who later turned out to be a vicious criminal in Gotham City. Blake was particularly inspired by Batman’s influence in Gotham,...
Catman. Credit: DC Comics
Blake possesses several traits of Bruce Wayne. To begin with, he has been another rich mogul in Gotham City but eventually bored with his wealth and moved to Africa, where he developed magical agility and prowess in combat. Catman, who was once in love with Selina Kyle, aka Catwoman, ended up being the nemesis of Batman as he started his crime spree.
Who Is Thomas Blake? Catman. Credit: DC Comics
Thomas Blake, also known as Catman, is a former wealthy animal trapper who later turned out to be a vicious criminal in Gotham City. Blake was particularly inspired by Batman’s influence in Gotham,...
- 5/6/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
The DC Animated Universe had a host of versions of Batman strewn across the timeline, but one DC film portrayed the character a little differently than what is usually the tone that is taken for him. Bruce Timm talked to ScienceFiction.com about how he saw Batman, and how one particular film approached the character differently.
Gotham by Gaslight
Gotham by Gaslight is a film that is different than other Batman films, given that the story is set in an Elseworlds, which means it might not necessarily be part of the main Dcau continuity. The film takes Batman and sets him in Victorian London, where the story follows a completely separate trajectory from what is normally expected out of a Batman story.
Bruce Timm does not look at Batman as Gotham by Gaslight portrays him
Bruce Wayne in Gotham by Gaslight
Bruce Timm revealed his personal vision of Bruce Wayne,...
Gotham by Gaslight
Gotham by Gaslight is a film that is different than other Batman films, given that the story is set in an Elseworlds, which means it might not necessarily be part of the main Dcau continuity. The film takes Batman and sets him in Victorian London, where the story follows a completely separate trajectory from what is normally expected out of a Batman story.
Bruce Timm does not look at Batman as Gotham by Gaslight portrays him
Bruce Wayne in Gotham by Gaslight
Bruce Timm revealed his personal vision of Bruce Wayne,...
- 5/5/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
Written by Brian Augustyn and Mike Mignola, Gotham by Gaslight is considered to be the first DC Elseworlds story, which was lauded following its alternate take on the Batman mythos. Set in the Victorian era, the story follows Batman’s quest to apprehend Jack the Ripper, based on the infamous real-life serial killer, and the story was finally adapted into an animated feature in 2018.
However, the animated feature didn’t see Kevin Conroy return to voice the caped crusader, and per Bruce Timm, it was due to marketing reasons.
Bruce Timm Elaborated on Casting Bruce Greenwood in Batman: Gotham by Gaslight
A still from Batman: Gotham by Gaslight | Warner Bros. Home Entertainment
While it received mixed reviews upon its debut following its changes from the comics, with time, many have come to appreciate its narrative. Moreover, instead of bringing back Kevin Conroy to voice this iteration of Bruce Wayne, Bruce...
However, the animated feature didn’t see Kevin Conroy return to voice the caped crusader, and per Bruce Timm, it was due to marketing reasons.
Bruce Timm Elaborated on Casting Bruce Greenwood in Batman: Gotham by Gaslight
A still from Batman: Gotham by Gaslight | Warner Bros. Home Entertainment
While it received mixed reviews upon its debut following its changes from the comics, with time, many have come to appreciate its narrative. Moreover, instead of bringing back Kevin Conroy to voice this iteration of Bruce Wayne, Bruce...
- 5/4/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
In the world of comics and animations, Bruce Timm is a highly influential figure known best for his work in Dcau. An artist, animator, producer, writer, and director, Timm is a key figure in crafting the modern animated world of DC comics, particularly regarding the character Batman.
DC animator and producer Bruce Timm (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
From Justice League to Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, and more, Timm has been a part of several animated movies and series centered on various DC characters. Despite being praised for pretty much laying the foundation of the Dcau that we know today, the director regrets the focus on major DC characters while sidelining others.
Bruce Timm Regrets The Excessive Focus On Major Characters in the Dcau
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Bruce Timm has been busy over the past decades, working frantically to bring some of the best DC Animated Universe projects to life.
DC animator and producer Bruce Timm (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
From Justice League to Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, and more, Timm has been a part of several animated movies and series centered on various DC characters. Despite being praised for pretty much laying the foundation of the Dcau that we know today, the director regrets the focus on major DC characters while sidelining others.
Bruce Timm Regrets The Excessive Focus On Major Characters in the Dcau
Bruce Timm’s Batman: The Animated Series
Bruce Timm has been busy over the past decades, working frantically to bring some of the best DC Animated Universe projects to life.
- 5/4/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
For die-hard fans of DC especially in the world of animation, Bruce Timm needs no introduction. The American artist and producer has been instrumental in building the modern DC comics franchise with shows like Batman: The Animated Series, Justice League, and Batman Beyond which have all attained cult status with DC buffs.
DC animator and producer Bruce Timm (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Timm also produced the critically acclaimed 2010 film Batman: Under The Red Hood which was a direct-to-video film released by Warner Home Video. The movie was rated PG-13 owing to moments of violence and other mature references that were deemed inappropriate for a young audience. But the creator initially predicted that it would receive an R-rating.
Bruce Timm’s Acclaimed Batman Film Could Have Been Rated R For Its Dark Tones
Historically in DC comics, the legacy of Batman has always been associated with edgier, darker, and more intense...
DC animator and producer Bruce Timm (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Timm also produced the critically acclaimed 2010 film Batman: Under The Red Hood which was a direct-to-video film released by Warner Home Video. The movie was rated PG-13 owing to moments of violence and other mature references that were deemed inappropriate for a young audience. But the creator initially predicted that it would receive an R-rating.
Bruce Timm’s Acclaimed Batman Film Could Have Been Rated R For Its Dark Tones
Historically in DC comics, the legacy of Batman has always been associated with edgier, darker, and more intense...
- 5/3/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Ben Affleck has donned a lot of roles throughout his spectacular career as an actor in the entertainment industry. This includes superhero roles in both the Marvel Cinematic Universe as well as the DC Extended Universe. But despite being such a tremendous actor with a versatile range, working in the superhero genre didn’t quite seem to work out for him the way it should have.
Ben Affleck in Deep Water.
Nonetheless, recent reports from an industry insider are claiming that the MCU is, once again, reportedly in talks with Affleck for a mystery role. However, while these reports may leave those fans of his who have been waiting so long to see him don a costume once again hopeful, the 51-year-old mastermind’s past comments on superhero films are more than enough to crash that hope.
MCU Reportedly Eyeing Ben Affleck But He Has Already Made His Choice Clear...
Ben Affleck in Deep Water.
Nonetheless, recent reports from an industry insider are claiming that the MCU is, once again, reportedly in talks with Affleck for a mystery role. However, while these reports may leave those fans of his who have been waiting so long to see him don a costume once again hopeful, the 51-year-old mastermind’s past comments on superhero films are more than enough to crash that hope.
MCU Reportedly Eyeing Ben Affleck But He Has Already Made His Choice Clear...
- 5/3/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
As Marvel’s X-Men ’97 comes closer to its final moments of Season 1, the show decided to punch its viewers with nostalgia one more time in the modern period. The show features a fictional reality that is driven heavily by nostalgia and emotions that cause its fans to draw tears as it features some of our most loved superheroes in their classic avatar one more time. The show has featured Captain America, and the latest episode of the show titled Tolerance is Extinction Part 1 featured our Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man.
A still from X-Men ’97
To put a cherry on top of the cake, it was the Spider-Man from the renowned 1998 series! Now, Christopher Daniel Barnes, the voice actor behind the Web-head in the 1998 show, pleads with Marvel Cinematic Universe on his social media to come up with Spider-Man ’98.
Spider-Man’s Return in X-Men ’97 Makes His Voice Actor Plead for a Spider-Man ’98 Show
Spider-Man,...
A still from X-Men ’97
To put a cherry on top of the cake, it was the Spider-Man from the renowned 1998 series! Now, Christopher Daniel Barnes, the voice actor behind the Web-head in the 1998 show, pleads with Marvel Cinematic Universe on his social media to come up with Spider-Man ’98.
Spider-Man’s Return in X-Men ’97 Makes His Voice Actor Plead for a Spider-Man ’98 Show
Spider-Man,...
- 5/3/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The year 1989 saw Tim Burton joining the world of DC Comics with his movie Batman. Michael Keaton starred as the brooding vigilante opposite Jack Nicholson’s Joker. The movie also spawned a sequel titled Batman Returns in the year 1992.
Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne/Batman
The idea for the movie first came from the mind of Michael E. Ulsan, who purchased the film rights of Batman from DC Comics in 1979 along with his producing partner, Benjamin Melniker. He wanted to bring back the dark and serious Batman instead of the campy 1960 version from the Adam West-led television series. But it took him a long time to find a home for the Dark Knight before Tim Burton and Michael Keaton could give the audience a Batman like that of the 1989 movie.
How Producer Michael E. Ulsan Made Batman The Way He Was Intended
Michael Keaton as Batman in 1989’s Batman
Michael E.
Michael Keaton as Bruce Wayne/Batman
The idea for the movie first came from the mind of Michael E. Ulsan, who purchased the film rights of Batman from DC Comics in 1979 along with his producing partner, Benjamin Melniker. He wanted to bring back the dark and serious Batman instead of the campy 1960 version from the Adam West-led television series. But it took him a long time to find a home for the Dark Knight before Tim Burton and Michael Keaton could give the audience a Batman like that of the 1989 movie.
How Producer Michael E. Ulsan Made Batman The Way He Was Intended
Michael Keaton as Batman in 1989’s Batman
Michael E.
- 5/3/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
The Batman: Arkham series has consistently pushed boundaries within the superhero video game genre, and is still regarded by many as the best in the biz. In 2015, series developer Rocksteady Studios faced a critical decision during the development of Batman: Arkham Knight.
The PS4 and Xbox One, the then-new generation of consoles, were picking up steam among gamers. While some studios opted to develop cross-generational titles to cater to the established player base on PS3 and Xbox 360, Rocksteady went in a bolder direction instead.
Rocksteady Prioritized Batman: Arkham Knight‘s Quality
A still from Batman: Arkham Knight
The studio broke free from the shackles of the PS3 and Xbox 360 hardware, and chose to focus solely on the PS4 and Xbox One. This decision wasn’t without risk, though. When development for Arkham Knight began in 2011, the success of these new consoles was uncertain. The rise of mobile gaming and free-to-play...
The PS4 and Xbox One, the then-new generation of consoles, were picking up steam among gamers. While some studios opted to develop cross-generational titles to cater to the established player base on PS3 and Xbox 360, Rocksteady went in a bolder direction instead.
Rocksteady Prioritized Batman: Arkham Knight‘s Quality
A still from Batman: Arkham Knight
The studio broke free from the shackles of the PS3 and Xbox 360 hardware, and chose to focus solely on the PS4 and Xbox One. This decision wasn’t without risk, though. When development for Arkham Knight began in 2011, the success of these new consoles was uncertain. The rise of mobile gaming and free-to-play...
- 5/2/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
The fight to liberate Super Earth in Helldivers 2 isn’t simply satisfying for the souls of action seekers but also for those seeking a treat for their eyes. But that comes at a cost—$39.99, to be precise. But the players may be overlooking the real cost while enjoying the game. Even a high-end PC may ask for some rest after running the game for hours .
But some players are just smacking their lips to play the game, even at the cost of the demise of their device. According to its Steam page, it is recommended for players to run the game with 16 Gb of Ram and some heavyweight graphics cards. Nonetheless, fans don’t seem to care about it.
Helldivers 2 Has Seen Many Come and Go, But This Man is Just Lit
Over 8 Million copies of the game has been sold globally.
It can be annoying when the game lags too much,...
But some players are just smacking their lips to play the game, even at the cost of the demise of their device. According to its Steam page, it is recommended for players to run the game with 16 Gb of Ram and some heavyweight graphics cards. Nonetheless, fans don’t seem to care about it.
Helldivers 2 Has Seen Many Come and Go, But This Man is Just Lit
Over 8 Million copies of the game has been sold globally.
It can be annoying when the game lags too much,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Anurag Batham
- FandomWire
Even before Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace made its way to the theatre, Newsweek published an article bashing the film, whose criticisms were based on the trailer’s upbeat tone and rumors. Moreover, the piece also took shots at Jake Lloyd, who was 9 at the time, following the rumors surrounding his portrayal of young Anakin Skywalker.
Furious by the article, which targeted Lloyd without even seeing the film, The Da Vinci Code director Ron Howard wrote a letter in support of the child actor to the outlet.
Ron Howard Was Furious by the Scathing Piece Taking Jabs at Jake Lloyd
Ron Howard bashed the article, which targeted Jake Lloyd | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
In the section “The Kid Can’t Act”, the piece took shots at Jake Lloyd, stating that he’s “Mannequin Skywalker”. Furthermore, the criticisms regarding the Jingle All the Way star’s acting chops in...
Furious by the article, which targeted Lloyd without even seeing the film, The Da Vinci Code director Ron Howard wrote a letter in support of the child actor to the outlet.
Ron Howard Was Furious by the Scathing Piece Taking Jabs at Jake Lloyd
Ron Howard bashed the article, which targeted Jake Lloyd | Credit: Wikimedia Commons
In the section “The Kid Can’t Act”, the piece took shots at Jake Lloyd, stating that he’s “Mannequin Skywalker”. Furthermore, the criticisms regarding the Jingle All the Way star’s acting chops in...
- 5/2/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
For Batman fans, Meta Quest 3 dropped a teaser for the new virtual reality (VR) game that’ll allow them to step into the caped crusader’s shoes. The game is developed by Iron Man VR creator Camouflaj, so fans can expect a similar experience as its Marvel counterpart. Iron Man VR was praised for its flying mechanics, and so should be the case with this game.
Most of the DC superhero’s film adaptations have been praised, including those of played by Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, and Michael Keaton. Nevertheless, Kevin Conroy’s voice behind the superhero has become akin to a habit fans couldn’t kick. But they may already have found the one who might be replacing the late actor.
Those Are Some Big Shoes to be Filled in After Kevin’s Departure Fans weren’t happy with the disrespectful tribute to the Batman voice actor in Suicide Squad.
Most of the DC superhero’s film adaptations have been praised, including those of played by Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, and Michael Keaton. Nevertheless, Kevin Conroy’s voice behind the superhero has become akin to a habit fans couldn’t kick. But they may already have found the one who might be replacing the late actor.
Those Are Some Big Shoes to be Filled in After Kevin’s Departure Fans weren’t happy with the disrespectful tribute to the Batman voice actor in Suicide Squad.
- 5/2/2024
- by Anurag Batham
- FandomWire
Batman has been played by a slew of talents, but one of the most iconic versions was played by Kevin Conroy, for over two decades. However, the actor sadly passed away in 2022, leaving behind big shoes to fill when it came to his portrayal of Batman. The actor had already shaped an iconic interpretation of the Dark Knight.
Batman as he appears in the Arkham series, voiced by Kevin Conroy
However, there was another actor who was well suited for the role of Batman in the animated sphere and might seem like the obvious choice to be the heir to Conroy’s cowl. Given that this actor has played Batman in multiple films, most notably in the critically acclaimed and well-received Batman: Under the Red Hood, he might be the perfect choice for the role of Batman.
Bruce Greenwood would be the perfect Batman in the animated sphere
Batman Under...
Batman as he appears in the Arkham series, voiced by Kevin Conroy
However, there was another actor who was well suited for the role of Batman in the animated sphere and might seem like the obvious choice to be the heir to Conroy’s cowl. Given that this actor has played Batman in multiple films, most notably in the critically acclaimed and well-received Batman: Under the Red Hood, he might be the perfect choice for the role of Batman.
Bruce Greenwood would be the perfect Batman in the animated sphere
Batman Under...
- 5/1/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
The final film in the Dcamu, Justice League Dark: Apokolips War brought together many classic characters from the DC roster into the forefront to battle Darkseid. The film series which began with Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox saw many characters that were not usually explored in the mainstream such as Constantine, Raven, and more.
One such character was Etrigan the Demon, who joined the Justice League in their battle against Darkseid. Etrigan the Demon is known for his magical powers and his bond with the immortal knight Jason Blood. The Demon is also known for his penchant for rhyming while speaking, which was done away with Justice League Dark: Apokolips War. Spoilers ahead.
Why Does Etriga the Demon Stop Rhyming In Justice League Dark: Apokolips War? A still of Jason Blood from Justice League Dark
Etriga the Demon is a legendary character in the DC roster. First brought forth by Merlin,...
One such character was Etrigan the Demon, who joined the Justice League in their battle against Darkseid. Etrigan the Demon is known for his magical powers and his bond with the immortal knight Jason Blood. The Demon is also known for his penchant for rhyming while speaking, which was done away with Justice League Dark: Apokolips War. Spoilers ahead.
Why Does Etriga the Demon Stop Rhyming In Justice League Dark: Apokolips War? A still of Jason Blood from Justice League Dark
Etriga the Demon is a legendary character in the DC roster. First brought forth by Merlin,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Kevin Conroy’s voice has forever been imbued into that of Batman’s. One’s name cannot exist without the other. It is that both their legacies coexist in a way that becomes inseparable. With his final act only moments away from being released, there is a lot of anticipation, hope, and sheer love for the late actor.
Kevin Conroy as Bruce Wayne in Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Two [Credit: The CW]Out of the many projects in which he has portrayed the Caped Crusader, it was Batman: The Animated Series that started it all. The actor had adorned the character’s emotions perfectly across movies, games, animated shows, and even an unfortunate live-action appearance for the Crisis on Infinite Earths arc in the Arrowverse. However, none of that was compatible with what he contributed to the original series.
Batman: The Animated Series Saw an Untimely End
Batman: The Animated Series was...
Kevin Conroy as Bruce Wayne in Crisis on Infinite Earths: Part Two [Credit: The CW]Out of the many projects in which he has portrayed the Caped Crusader, it was Batman: The Animated Series that started it all. The actor had adorned the character’s emotions perfectly across movies, games, animated shows, and even an unfortunate live-action appearance for the Crisis on Infinite Earths arc in the Arrowverse. However, none of that was compatible with what he contributed to the original series.
Batman: The Animated Series Saw an Untimely End
Batman: The Animated Series was...
- 5/1/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
WB Animation’s films and shows have always been streets ahead of DC’s live-action offerings. The studio is known for creating shows such as Batman: The Animated Series and Justice League, as well as films such as The Dark Knight Returns and others. The studio’s latest offering Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths will be wrapping up the Tomorrowverse.
The studio has gone through several franchises such as the Timmverse, Dcamu, and the latest Tomorrowverse. However, one of the most beloved franchises that explored many characters in the DC roster was the Dcamu which ended with Justice League Dark: Apokalips War. One of the reasons why the latter is beloved by fans is due to the ‘no limitations’ rule that the studio had which gave freedom to the writers to hold no bars. Spoilers ahead.
Justice League Dark: Apokalips War Screenwriter Spoke About The ‘No Limitations’ Rule At...
The studio has gone through several franchises such as the Timmverse, Dcamu, and the latest Tomorrowverse. However, one of the most beloved franchises that explored many characters in the DC roster was the Dcamu which ended with Justice League Dark: Apokalips War. One of the reasons why the latter is beloved by fans is due to the ‘no limitations’ rule that the studio had which gave freedom to the writers to hold no bars. Spoilers ahead.
Justice League Dark: Apokalips War Screenwriter Spoke About The ‘No Limitations’ Rule At...
- 5/1/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Even in the face of exciting and thrilling superhero games, Batman: Arkham trilogy games are still considered to be one of the greatest. The primary reason for the trilogy’s popularity goes to the exceptional gameplay mechanics, immersive storytelling, and faithful adaptation of the comics, captivating both casual gamers and the ardent Dark Knight fans.
Batman in the Batman: Arkham Trilogy
With a superior combat system neatly integrated with innovative stealth gameplay, the game features some of the most iconic locations and a plethora of gadgets to take down the thugs and the supervillains. However, the trilogy also features a rich narrative that focuses on every minute detail. Needless to say, gamers enjoyed every minute of playing the trilogy.
It looks like a Snake Eyes game from the G.I. Joe franchise is in the works and it is heavily inspired by the Batman Arkham games.
Batman: Arkham Trilogy Inspires G.
Batman in the Batman: Arkham Trilogy
With a superior combat system neatly integrated with innovative stealth gameplay, the game features some of the most iconic locations and a plethora of gadgets to take down the thugs and the supervillains. However, the trilogy also features a rich narrative that focuses on every minute detail. Needless to say, gamers enjoyed every minute of playing the trilogy.
It looks like a Snake Eyes game from the G.I. Joe franchise is in the works and it is heavily inspired by the Batman Arkham games.
Batman: Arkham Trilogy Inspires G.
- 5/1/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
2024 is all about the Justice League. Two parts of the animated trilogy have already come out, with the latest dropping on April 23. Part three is on its way later this year.
Directed by Jeff Wamester and written by Jim Krieg, this trilogy is based on the DC Comics storyline ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez. It’s the eighth movie in the Tomorrowverse series, following the timeline set by ‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’ from 2022.
In “Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part 3,” several actors are set to make their first appearances. Kevin Conroy will portray Batman, Mark Hamill as Joker, Corey Stoll as Lex Luthor, Brian Bloom as Adam Strange and Sidewinter, Elysia Rotaru as Black Canary, Armen Taylor as Jay Garrick, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams as Dr. Beth Chapel/Cheetah, Dean Winters as Captain Storm, Jason Spisak as Blue Lantern Razer and Hayseed, Brett Halton as Batlash and Captain Atom,...
Directed by Jeff Wamester and written by Jim Krieg, this trilogy is based on the DC Comics storyline ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez. It’s the eighth movie in the Tomorrowverse series, following the timeline set by ‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’ from 2022.
In “Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part 3,” several actors are set to make their first appearances. Kevin Conroy will portray Batman, Mark Hamill as Joker, Corey Stoll as Lex Luthor, Brian Bloom as Adam Strange and Sidewinter, Elysia Rotaru as Black Canary, Armen Taylor as Jay Garrick, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams as Dr. Beth Chapel/Cheetah, Dean Winters as Captain Storm, Jason Spisak as Blue Lantern Razer and Hayseed, Brett Halton as Batlash and Captain Atom,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
2024 will definitely be the year of the Justice League, the two parts of the animated trilogy were already released, the latest releasing on April 23, with part three set to be released sometime this year.
A trilogy of movies directed by Jeff Wamester and written by Jim Krieg, based on the DC Comics storyline ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez is the eighth installment in the Tomorrowverse film franchise, following the continuity established by ‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’ released in 2022.
Several actors will make their debuts in “Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part 3,” including Kevin Conroy as Batman, Mark Hamill as Joker, Corey Stoll as Lex Luthor, Brian Bloom as Adam Strange and Sidewinter, Elysia Rotaru as Black Canary, Armen Taylor as Jay Garrick, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams as Dr. Beth Chapel/Cheetah, Dean Winters as Captain Storm, Jason Spisak as Blue Lantern Razer and Hayseed, Brett Halton as Batlash and Captain Atom,...
A trilogy of movies directed by Jeff Wamester and written by Jim Krieg, based on the DC Comics storyline ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez is the eighth installment in the Tomorrowverse film franchise, following the continuity established by ‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’ released in 2022.
Several actors will make their debuts in “Crisis on Infinite Earths – Part 3,” including Kevin Conroy as Batman, Mark Hamill as Joker, Corey Stoll as Lex Luthor, Brian Bloom as Adam Strange and Sidewinter, Elysia Rotaru as Black Canary, Armen Taylor as Jay Garrick, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams as Dr. Beth Chapel/Cheetah, Dean Winters as Captain Storm, Jason Spisak as Blue Lantern Razer and Hayseed, Brett Halton as Batlash and Captain Atom,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
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