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DC Comics is rebooting its superheroes into new "Absolute" incarnations. In the vein of Marvel's "Ultimate" comics, "Absolute DC" takes the company's biggest superheroes, twists them without compromising them, and puts them all in a new setting.

The initiative kicked off with "Absolute Batman" by Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta. Two weeks later came "Absolute Wonder Woman" by Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman, then two weeks after that was "Absolute Superman" by Jason Aaron and Rafa Sandoval. Flash, Green Lantern, and Martian Manhunter all have "Absolute" books on the docket, but for now, it's just the DC Trinity.

DC publishing the "Absolute" line as Marvel publishes the "Ultimate" universe makes this an exciting time for superhero comics. There's a rare feeling of possibility at the big two superhero publishers. Instead of simply starting over at the basics from day one,...

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Comic fans know Scott Snyder best for his work at DC Comics — especially on Batman. However, Snyder also kept up a prolific pace with creator-owned comics. Since 2022, he's been writing several digital-first comic mini-series, which are first distributed through the Amazon digital reading service Comixology, and then published in print by Dark Horse.

One of these is the cyberpunk comic "Clear," drawn by Francis Manapul and first released in 2023. The comic is set in 2052, but it's really about the world we have now. In this future, we haven't solved any of the problems that plague our world; global warming, mass inequality, population displacement, etc. How do people go on living? With "Veils," or brain implants that let you see the world how you want to.

Do you want to live in an old west adventure? A sword and sorcery fantasy?...

Theo Rossi's Dr. Julian Rush is one of The Penguin's most intriguing supporting characters; he's also a complete creep and someone with a weird, unhealthy infatuation with his former - and now current - patient, Sofia Falcone. 

Rush was created for this series and, contrary to online theories, wasn't ultimately revealed as Dr. Hugo Strange. However, new evidence has surfaced which suggests he was either meant to be Dr. Jonathan Crane or at least someone with close ties to Scarecrow.

As you can see below, episode 4 - "Cent'Anni" - features both Scarecrow's mask and his syringe glove on two stands. That wasn't there in the second episode, and as the eagle-eyed Redditor who spotted this points out, Sofia barges into his office in episode 4 unannounced (suggesting Julian didn't have time to hide them). 

Given the obvious similarities between Bliss and Scarecrow's fear drug, could The Batman Part II...

The credits have rolled on Lauren LeFranc’s The Penguin, and after eight episodes of murder, mobsters, and ‘ma,’ Oz Cobb (Colin Farrell) has waddled his way to the top of Gotham City’s slippery crime ladder. Although The Penguin was always tipped to be a one-and-done miniseries, there’s already talk of a potential season 2. While LeFranc, Farrell, and The Batman director Matt Reeves mull over the idea, at least fans know Cobb is locked in to appear in The Batman: Part II, which will come out in theaters in 2026.

As a sequel to 2022’s The Batman, Part II will pick up directly after the events of The Penguin and make the most of the show’s winter setting. With this, there’s been obvious talk about Mr. Freeze stepping up as the movie’s big bad, with Reeves having previously said he’d be interested in a "grounded" version of the character.

The second issue of Absolute Batman went on sale today and the series continues to redefine the Caped Crusader.

It opens with a young Bruce Wayne being enveloped by bats moments after his father was gunned down. In the present, Batman is waging war on Black Mask's twisted Party Animals and continues to use near-lethal methods to take down his foes.

That includes breaking an aquarium tank and using a chemically concentrated version of vinegar to turn the water into hydrochloric acid, burning off the skin and feet of the villains.

Alfred Pennyworth observes all of this and figures out that his bases - or "caves" - beneath Gotham make the shape of a bat. His employers force him to remove the protection placed on Batman, but not to be fooled, he sets a trap for them...that's appropriately bat-themed.

Alfred also learns that Bruce Wayne has visited his father's killer,...

The dream of every geek, comic book, and superhero movie fan is pretty much to have a collection of items straight out of fiction. And with Batman, that’s no different. The thing is, Bruce Wayne owns some pretty over-the-top stuff in his universe, and those fans who really value exclusive and authentic items might find it a bit tough on the wallet.

Still from The Dark Knight Rises (Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures)

A great example of this is the Batmobile, which has just gone on sale, costing practically what only Batman himself could afford. The surprise came with the car’s incredible attention to detail, as well as how true it stays to the hero’s iconic ride. However, even though it’s a relic, there are limits — showing it off in public is one of them.

Batmobile From The Dark Knight Trilogy Is On Sale For $3 Million Batmobile...

Horror is one of the many genres that audiences love to digest. It's particularly prominent in cinema and on television, with horror movies and TV shows enjoying a lot of success over the past few decades. In fact, I recently put together a list recommending some horror movies and TV shows based on comic books.

But there are also plenty of horror comic books, too. With that in mind, I'd now like to focus on the comics that inspired many of the movies and shows from the previous list. So, without further adieu, here's some horror comic book recommendations for spooky season.

A note that this list is in no particular order!

Swamp Thing (Various)

The muck encrusted mockery of man, the Avatar of the Green, The Swamp Thing! Swamp Thing has had a great amount of runs in his decades long history, with his initial run and introduction from...

The late 1980s were a watershed moment for Batman comics, when the character truly became the Dark Knight thanks to writer/artist Frank Miller. Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns," published across four issues in 1986, reimagined Batman from a detective adventurer into basically Clint Eastwood's Dirty Harry Callahan character draped in a cape and cowl.

In "Returns," a 55-year-old Bruce Wayne (no longer Batman) has spent 10 years trying to find either a new reason to live or a good death, and failed. Gotham City is stuck in a wave of gang violence, so to stop that and his own inner turmoil, Bruce becomes Batman again. As much a political satire as a superhero book, Batman finds the world of 1986 may not be a friendly environment for him, which is a narrative representation of Miller's fundamental question: What purpose does Batman serve 50 years after his creation?

Miller's "Dark Knight" was...

DC Comics held a 75-minute panel at New York Comic Con yesterday, highlighting its "All In" initiative and the new Absolute Universe.

During the panel, Absolute Batman creative team Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta addressed the overwhelmingly positive fan reaction to their first issue together and made a point of acknowledging and celebrating the work of series colourist Frank Martin and his contribution to this reimagined version of the Dark Knight.

They also shared new artwork from the upcoming second issue which, as you can see below, has revealed Batman's new Batmobile. He's built like a dump truck so it arguably makes sense that he's driving one through the streets of Gotham City!

The publisher also announced that it would be adding to its second wave of titles, as writer Deniz Camp confirmed that Absolute Martian Manhunter is joining Absolute Green Lantern and Absolute Flash in 2025.

Camp is making his...

From Tula Lotay and Helen Mullane, Groupies is a "sinister, supernatural, and intoxicating" 5-issue comic book series being released by Comixology Originals. With the first issue due out on October 22nd, we have an exclusive preview you can read right now!

"Hot on the heels of her Eisner Award-winning comic book Barnstormers with Scott Snyder and recent collaboration with Becky Cloonan on the evocative series Somna, Tula Lotay heads to the Sunset Strip and the world of sex, drugs and rock and roll with Groupies. Announced timed to Comic-Con International San Diego, Groupies – co-created with writer Helen Mullane – is a chilling journey into the heart of rock and roll excess.

Fans of Lotay’s work will be enraptured by her art in this sinister, supernatural, and intoxicating all-new 5-issue comic book series. Featuring colors by Dee Cunniffe and Lotay, lettering and design by Richard Starkings and Comicraft’s Tyler Smith and edits by Will Dennis,...

Stephen King is primarily a prose writer, but he loves comic books too. He's dipped his toes into the graphic medium, contributing to 1985 one-shot "Heroes for Hope: Starring the X-Men" (a "comic jam" featuring writing from Alan Moore and George R. R. Martin too), and co-writing the horror comic "American Vampire" with Scott Snyder.

Before those, King's eighth novel — "Firestarter" — was him telling a superhero story in the horror space. "Firestarter" follows the McGees, a father (Andy) and daughter (Charlie) on the run from a government agency called the Shop. Years prior, Andy and his wife Vicky volunteered for experiments with the drug Lot 6, which turned him into a psychic and made Charlie born a "firestarter," able to spark flames with a thought.

King's seventh novel, "The Dead Zone," was about a man gaining clairvoyance and ultimately trying to assassinate a political candidate he foresees causing a nuclear war. "Firestarter" feels like a spiritual sequel,...

This article contains spoilers for "Absolute Batman" issue #1. 

Whenever there's a new Batman movie, the jokes fly about how we all will again have to watch Bruce Wayne's parents be murdered, gunned down in an alleyway before their young sons' eyes, setting him on the path to (dark) knighthood. We get it, everyone thinks, wary of being hit over the head with the same beats.

It's unavoidable, though. Of all tragic origin stories in superhero comics, Batman's is the one that most defines his character. It's the root of both his rage and his compassion. Touching on Batman's parents in film after film, comic after comic can be tiresome, but if a story avoids it, is it truly a Batman story?

Late voice actor Kevin Conroy was the greatest Batman of them all. His crowning performance is in "Batman: Mask of the Phantasm" when Bruce stands before his parents' graves,...

DC Comics has launched its own version of Marvel's Ultimate Universe with its Absolute line of comics, and Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta kicked that off in style with today's Absolute Batman #1. 

The issue opens with Alfred Pennyworth arriving in Gotham City; he appears to be a secret agent of some sort and has been sent home to assess the threat posed by the "Party Animals" crime gang. His motorbike is stolen and his daughter, Julia, wants nothing to do with him. 

A bulked-up Bruce Wayne is found working out in Croc's Gym. Run by Waylon Jones (Killer Croc in the main DC Universe), we learn he went to school with Eddie, Harvey, Oz, and Selina, characters who are now his friends and allies rather than Batman's greatest enemies. 

A new take on Black Mask runs the Party Animals and appears to have an alien wife and child. He...

In The Penguin's third episode, we were introduced to the drug Sofia Falcone and her late brother Alberto were planning to flood Gotham City with.

Called "Bliss," it's an alternative to "Drops" and hails from Arkham State Hospital. While confined there, "The Hangman" figured out that the drug - made from a rare mushroom - provides a euphoric effect for the user.

Add the idea of psychoactive compound to Arkham and chances are you think of Dr. Jonathan Crane. Better known to comic book fans as the Scarecrow, he's known for creating a Fear Toxin which leaves exposed to it in a state of absolute terror. It stands to reason then that he could also create a drug capable of calming Arkham's inmates.

However, we believe someone else might have been behind the creation of the "Bleeding Tooth Fungus."

Poison Ivy is a very real possibility and botanist Pamela...

The Penguin just dropped Episode 3, and by the end, the stakes have never been higher. As you may recall, before his death at the hands of Oz, Alberto Falcone intended to introduce a new drug to the streets of Gotham.

Only two people were aware of his scheme: Sofia Falcone and Oz. Now, both are working together—or at least they did—to bring this plan to life.

Sofia’s time at Arkham Asylum seems to have inspired Alberto’s plan for the new drug, which is something she was given during her stay there.

She even took Oz on a tour of the lab where “Bliss” is being developed. The drug is derived from the basidiospore of the Bleeding Tooth mushroom, which is a reproductive spore found in certain types of mushrooms. In this case, these spores produce euphoric effects that can numb the harsh realities of being in Arkham Asylum.

‘The Penguin’ just released episode 3, and by the end of the episode, the stakes have never been higher. As you probably know by now, before he was killed by Oz, Alberto Falcone planned to push a new drug to the streets of Gotham.

Only two people knew about his plan, Sofia Falcone and Oz, and now both of them are working together (or at least worked together) to see this plan come to fruition.

Sofia’s experience in the Arkham Asylum however seemed to be the inspiration behind Alberto’s plan as the new drug he worked on developing seems to be something she was given during her stay there.

Sofia gave Oz the tour of the label where “Bliss” was being developed. The drug is derived from the basidiospore of the Bleeding Tooth mushroom. Basidiospore is a reproductive spore in some types of mushrooms. In this case, those spores...

While the DC Universe focuses on rebuilding its cinematic landscape to compete with the MCU, the comics continue to develop their own storylines and characters. This evolution is the primary focus of this report.

We will delve into the latest “Absolute” comic book storyline written by DC legend Scott Snyder. The issue in question is DC All-In Special #1, which features yet another intense showdown between Superman and Darkseid, seemingly concluding their rivalry once again.

However, the outcome of this battle is surprising. Darkseid’s influence over part of the DC Universe is far from over. In this report, we’ll explore what unfolded in this much-discussed comic book story!

So, what actually happens in DC All-In Special #1? Darkseid gains the power of the Spectre, which, as you can imagine, gives him an enormous boost in strength. Armed with this new power, he attacks the Justice League at their Watchtower, culminating...

The DC Universe is currently focused on rebuilding its cinematic universe. This effort aims to provide competition for the MCU. Meanwhile, DC’s comics are continuing on their own path. The storylines we love are being developed further. The characters are also evolving. This evolution will be the focus of this report.

The story we are going to focus on comes from the newest “Absolute” comic book storyline and has been written by DC legend Scott Snyder. The comic book issue in question is DC All-In Special #1, which brings us yet another devastating clash between Superman and Darkseid, ending their rivalry. Again.

But, the outcome of this clash is not what you’d expect, as Darkseid’s hold over the DC Universe, or a part of it at least, is not over, and in this report, you are going to find out what happened in the comic book story everyone is talking about!

The Batman put a new spin on iconic DC Comics villains like The Riddler, The Penguin, Catwoman, and The Joker. As refreshing as filmmaker Matt Reeves' approach to them was, many fans remain eager to see the Dark Knight take on foes who haven't featured in a film before.

One group at the top of many a wishlist - and a good fit for a franchise as grounded as "The Batman Epic Crime Saga" - is the Court of Owls.

Doing the rounds to promote The Penguin, Reeves was asked by Swosha if fans can expect to see the villains in The Batman - Part II. He responded, "We can't comment on the movie because we are doing the movie and then you'd know what movie we're doing and we're not going to say that yet."

That doesn't tell us much, but comes after weeks of speculation about the Court...

During this past July's San Diego Comic-Con, DC Comics announced plans for a new Absolute Universe of comic books launching this October, November, and beyond.

Essentially, this is meant to be DC Comics' Ultimate Universe and each of these characters has been drastically reinvented, as a result. Whether what we see in these titles will influence DC Studios' plans remains to be seen and likely hinges on how these comics are received by fans.

Aipt recently sat down with Absolute Batman writer - and the man overseeing DC Comics' "All In" relaunch - Scott Snyder and artist Nick Dragotta to learn what to expect from this bold new take on the Caped Crusader.

"We drew upon bats for inspiration," the latter offered. "When you read the story, I think we’re gonna reinforce what I just said. The idea was this wouldn’t be a new Batman and look, but function.

Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin, and Clayton Cowles’ Absolute Batman aims to be a drastic reimagining of the Caped Crusader for DC’s All In initiative. In this version, Bruce Wayne isn’t blessed with the silver spoon in his mouth or mountains of cash stashed in the Batcave under the Wayne Mansion. Batman is as […]

I Don’t Understand DC’s Obsession With Making Batman Poor Written by Sergio Pereira for Fortress of Solitude...

The upcoming Max series, The Penguin, has all the elements to introduce the Court of Owls as the main antagonists in The Batman – Part II. The series is set to chronicle the rise of Colin Farrell’s The Penguin as he tries to take control of the criminal underbelly of Gotham following Carmine Falcone’s death and the flooding of the city.

One of the most important parts of Gotham’s history is the Court of Owls, the secret society which has been controlling the city since its inception. While many have speculated that Matt Reeves’ The Batman – Part II might introduce the popular antagonists, Farrell’s The Penguin might just lay the groundwork for it.

How Will The Court of Owls Connect To Colin Farrell’s The Penguin? The Court of Owls in Gotham Knights | Credits: Warner Bros. Television

The Court of Owls was created by legendary...

Robert Pattinson is all set to return as Bruce Wayne in The Batman – Part II. Matt Reeves, who helmed the first film, recently revealed that the script for the sequel is almost finished and that they would be filming it this year. He also dropped hints at the possible villain for the sequel, terming the film a mystery that delves into the corruption of Gotham.

While many villains such as the Swamp Thing and Gentleman Ghost were rumored to have been included, Reeves’ statements about exposing the deeper corruption in Gotham have led fans to speculate that the Court of Owls might appear in the film. If that happens, Pattinson would be the only Batman actor in the films to have faced this foe.

Matt Reeves Drops Hints At Who Robert Pattinson Might Face In The Batman 2 Robert Pattinson in The Batman | Credits: Warner Bros.

Matt Reeves’ The Batman put...

Rumors relating to The Batman director Matt Reeves' plans for his highly-anticipated sequel have been doing the rounds since shortly after the movie was announced, and we finally have an official update on the plot of The Batman Part II straight from the filmmaker himself.

Reeves shared a story outline during a new interview with SFX Magazine, confirming that the movie will once again feature Batman investigating a mystery. He doesn't reveal anything too significant beyond this, but his comments have ignited a lot of speculation online.

"We've shared [the script] as we've been going along with DC, and they're super excited," he tells the mag. "It's going to dig into the epic story about deeper corruption and it goes into places [Bruce Wayne] couldn't even anticipate in the first one.

The seeds of where this goes are all in the first movie & it expands in a way that will show you aspects of...

As we speak, James Gunn and Peter Safran are working to shepherd the DC Comics universe on film. We'll have a better sense of how this new franchise might play out (and whether it's here for the long haul) after "Superman" -- personally directed by Gunn and starring David Corenswet as Superman -- soars into theaters on July 11, 2025.

While DC Films is preparing to introduce a new silver screen Superman, DC Comics is doing the same. This fall, DC is launching a new "Absolute" publishing line. This is, in a nutshell, a reboot for the shared setting of DC Comics (though it will run alongside the original instead of replacing it). Familiar characters will start from the beginning and might turn out very differently than they have before.

Comic writers Scott Snyder and Joshua Williamson are the architects of "Absolute DC." On July 18, 2024, Snyder shared background on the project in his "Our Best Jackett" newsletter.

On August 16, 2024, The Hollywood Reporter confirmed that comic writer Garth Ennis has written a script for a movie adaptation of his comic series "Crossed". Ennis' "Crossed" script has been acquired by the indie production company Six Studios.

These days, Ennis is most known as co-creator of "The Boys" (alongside artist Darick Robertson), the vicious superhero parody that's become one of Prime Video's premier programs. If you think "The Boys" can indulge in ultra violence and bad taste, you ain't seen nothing yet.

Published by Avatar Press, "Crossed" has well over 100 issues to its name, spread out over various mini-series and the long-running "Crossed: Badlands." Alan Moore even wrote the "Crossed +100" installment. What is this horror tale of epic length about? "Crossed" is basically Ennis' take on a zombie apocalypse.

In "Crossed," a pandemic sweeps the world that robs people of empathy and inhibition. The infected turn into raging sadists, their...

Continuing Scott Snyder and Francesco Francavilla decent into "Lovecraftian maritime madness," White Boat #2 is available starting today from Dstlry and we have an exclusive preview just for Daily Dead readers that you won't want to miss!

"[White Boat #1]... showcased a new mythological extreme of horror from the creative team of writer Scott Snyder & artist Francesco Francavilla (Batman). The Lovecraftian psychological mind-bender introduced a maritime journalist, Lee Derry, to a hulking ship and the bizarre secrets hidden deep in its hull—all leading to a bizarre island where a cult of the obscenely wealthy concoct crimes against science. White Boat's ticket is far from punched. The journey continues this July in White Boat #2, another 48-page white-knuckle descent into clandestine history of dread."

Series Synopsis: "White Boats are the mega-yachts that the super-rich use to traverse the globe-floating islands where your every desire can be fulfilled. And getting invited on board one should be a dream come true.

James Gunn might currently be looking ahead to the release of Superman, set to reboot the DC Universe and bring about a new era with new faces adorning fan-favorite superheroes of the franchise. However, it looks as if the live-action and animated universe that he is set to head is the entirety of his jurisdiction as far as the overall franchise is concerned.

Batman will undergo huge changes in Absolute Batman. | DC

Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta’s Absolute Batman series is set to launch on October 9, 2024, and recently revealed the logo that Batman will sport, on his costume and otherwise. The logo in itself is an anglicized version of the more familiar graphic that Batman often showcases on his costume.

However, the changes have not been well-received by fans, with some even asking James Gunn to change it, as the release of the storyline looms closer. However, on Twitter,...

A month ago, in an announcement video on DC’s YouTube channel, writers Joshua Williamson and Scott Snyder unveiled their new comic line, Absolute Universe. Unlike The New 52, this initiative is designed to coexist with the existing DC universe rather than replace or retcon it.

All In is about inviting everybody in — the existing creators, some new creators, everything — to tell their best stories, and to begin them all at one point […] The idea is to create the greatest jumping-on point for you guys in many, many years.

The Absolute Universe, crafted by Darkseid, is a new alternate setting where DC invites writers and artists to reimagine iconic characters like Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman from scratch. This universe will exist alongside the main DC timeline as part of a broader, ongoing narrative. The term “absolute” signifies the high prestige associated with these premium DC editions. Scott Snyder will write Absolute Batman,...

A month ago in a new announcement video on DC’s YouTube channel, writers Joshua Williamson and Scott Snyder revealed that they have spent two years developing a new comic line called ‘Absolute Universe.’ Unlike The New 52, this initiative will not replace or retcon the existing DC universe but will coexist alongside it.

All In is about inviting everybody in — the existing creators, some new creators, everything — to tell their best stories, and to begin them all at one point […] The idea is to create the greatest jumping-on point for you guys in many, many years.

The Absolute Universe, created by Darkseid, is a new alternate setting where DC invites writers and artists to reinvent iconic characters like Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman from the beginning. This universe will coexist with the main DC timeline and be part of a larger, ongoing story. The term “absolute” reflects the prestige associated with high-quality DC editions.

Ast last month's San Diego Comic-Con, DC Comics announced plans for a new Absolute Universe of comic books launching this October, November, and beyond.

The publisher has today shared the main covers for the first issues of Absolute Batman, Absolute Wonder Woman, and Absolute Superman along with the Trinity's new logos and shared variant covers for each launch title.

This is meant to be DC Comics' Ultimate Universe and each of these characters has been drastically reinvented, as a result. Whether what we see in these titles will influence DC Studios' plans remains to be seen and likely hinges on how these comics are received by fans.

For Absolute Batman, we have artwork from Nick Dragotta and Frank Martin, Wes Craig and Mike Spicer, Jim Lee, Scott Williams and Alex Sinclair, Mitch Gerads, and Ian Bertram.

Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta introduce fans to a new Batman with the release...

After Superman Returns delivered a rather toothless take on its title character (who knew he'd end up being a deadbeat dad?), comic book fans were eager to see the hero actually punch someone in 2013's Man of Steel.

We got plenty of that, but Zack Snyder's take on Superman was still incredibly divisive. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Justice League were every bit as controversial as their predecessor, though Henry Cavill's interpretation of the Kryptonian still has plenty of fans.

Talking to The Hollywood Handle about the upcoming Rebel Moon director's cuts, Snyder was asked to share his thoughts on David Corenswet's very different super-suit in James Gunn's Superman.

"I’m gonna say that: let’s see it in the movie," he responded somewhat diplomatically. "I’m interested to see how it works, you know, as a piece of storytelling. Yeah. But I am excited.

Scott Snyder And Jock Reunite For New Dstlry Series You Won’T Feel A Thing Debuting This November: "Dstlry, the next-generation publisher redefining creator-owned comic books and collectibles, today announced the surprise launch of its newest series, You Won’T Feel A Thing, from legends of horror Scott Snyder and Jock. Set to debut this November, this unexpected announcement was made today at San Diego Comic-Con during the Building New Worlds with Dstlry panel.

This brutal noir reunites modern legends Scott Snyder and iconic artist Jock, the creative team behind Wytches—the most successful and resonant independent horror comic in decades, currently in production as an animated series at Amazon Studios. You Won’T Feel A Thing is edited by Dstlry Founding Editor Will Dennis, known for his work at Vertigo on such landmark series as Y: The Last Man, Scalped, and 100 Bullets. Dennis previously worked with Snyder and Jock...

DC Comics chief Jim Lee debuted a new logo for DC Studios on Friday at San Diego Comic-Con that returns to the design the company used from 1976 to 2005, replacing the logo first adopted in 2016.

Starting in 1976, the comics publisher’s logo — which appeared in the top left corner of virtually every issue — was a circular badge with its two letters surrounded by a thick black circle, inside of which contained four white, five-pointed stars. In 2005, DC updated the logo to a more modern looking design: a single star swirling around slanted DC letters. In 2012, the logo was changed again, turning the “D” into a page peeling back to reveal the “C” — a somewhat controversial design that was replaced in just four years to the most recent version, which simplified the logo to block DC letters surrounded by a simple circle. That logo was also put in front of DC’s feature film adaptations,...

DC is going into the future by looking to the past.

The entertainment company Friday unveiled its new logo, including a logo for the fledgling screen media division, DC Studios. And it’s a logo with which many fans and readers will be familiar.

The company is bringing back the classic logo, known as the “DC bullet,” that graced its publications for almost three decades, from 1977 to 2005. The logo was designed by Milton Glaser, the legendary graphic designer who also introduced the “I Love NY” logo, among other notable works. Not only was his DC logo the longest-lasting, it also came at a time of a rising pop culture influence, making its impression all the more deep.

DC president and publisher Jim Lee said the logo was meant to evoke its powerful legacy while ushering in a new era of stories.

“Definity for the me, and many generations of fans,...

A new update on Charlie Cox’s upcoming Daredevil: Born Again reveals that new composers have been hired to create the show’s soundtrack. Fans would recall the iconic theme song of the Netflix series which earned a lot of praise and support.

Charlie Cox in Marvel’s Daredevil / Netflix

After three successful installments in the popular streaming platform, Cox’s highly acclaimed series gets a reboot for Disney+.

Marvel Fans React To New Composers Scoring Daredevil: Born Again Charlie Cox in Marvel’s Daredevil / Netflix

In a post from Film Music Reporter, the outlet shared “The Newton Brothers are currently scoring Marvel Studios’ upcoming Disney+ original series Daredevil: Born Again.” Fans would remember them from having previously scored the animated series X-Men ’97.

SUGGESTEDFans Who Were Afraid MCU Would Butcher Daredevil After She-Hulk, Charlie Cox Has a Message That Will Calm You Down

The original Daredevil series had...

Ah, after Henry Cavill’s tenure as the stoic Superman and then hanging up his Witcher’s silver sword, we indeed can’t help but wonder where this handsome A-lister will land next in the sprawling universe of film franchises. It’s as if the entire internet has turned into a legion of Sherlock Holmeses, hot on the trail of the actor’s next grand cinematic adventure.

Henry Cavill in The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (2024) | Amazon Prime Video

And among all the guesses (& wishes), a piece of fan art has soared, igniting imaginations and planting a seed of possibility that’s actually hard to shake. This artistic fan art has portrayed Cavill in a light that has us and countless others convinced he’s destined to don the adamantium claws of Wolverine.

No stranger to heroic transformations, Cavill’s potential to leap from DC’s Justice League to Marvel’s...

The story of Henry Cavill is simultaneously one of the nicest as well as upsetting to ever exist in Hollywood. The actor has been blessed just as much as he has been cursed, and not just in terms of his career or looks. Cavill’s entire existence is a massive black hole of paradox and it is a wonder how he continues to be adored on such a level by the fans.

Henry Cavill as the Butcher of Blaviken in The Witcher [Credit: Netflix]

Despite getting his big break almost immediately after stepping into the film and television industry, it wasn’t until Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel that he became an A-list global phenomenon. Demands from studios skyrocketed overnight and yet, the moderately humble actor stayed on track, only taking on roles that he could do right by.

Henry Cavill: A Hollywood Anomaly

When Henry Cavill broke into the mainstream culture via The Tudors,...

Corvus - Coming Soon from Dead Sky Publishing: "Dead Sky Publishing is proud to announce Corvus, the exciting debut space thriller written by Ringo Nominated Buddy Beaudoin (Gatchaman), with art by Cape Town based illustrator illustrated by Christopher Sassman (Territory, The Darden House), and colors by Allison Hu (Lttrs, Ashes & Dust, Elsewhere).

When you stare into the stars at night, could you ever imagine what’s staring back could be so…familiar? Aboard Corvus, you’ll explore space, trauma, delicate interpersonal relationships, and quite often, your own mind as a race of alien beings known as The Mare bring you to the brink of your consciousness and threaten to destroy Earth.

Daryn Dall is just a normal dude working at a video game store when his life gets turned upside down by some freaky looking aliens, a journey into his own subconscious, and an intergalactic grassroots paramilitary group. Just another day at Game Space!

Henry Cavill may be one of the most endearing muscle-men in all of Hollywood’s entertainment industry, but there are still a lot of sides to him that are yet to be explored. For instance, although he may not seem like it from the handsome jock-like persona people tend to assume of him from the outside, he is actually a major geeky nerd when it comes to video games and stuff.

Henry Cavill in Man of Steel. | Credit: Warner Bros.

But while his being a nerd is all fair and good, what is actually provoking are the vile accusations some critics have been lauding him with, deeming him a ‘sexist.’ Of course, these accusations couldn’t be farther from the truth, and the proof for this is all the times Cavill showed the utmost respect to his female co-stars while no one was watching.

Henry Cavill is Not a Sexist,...

There's a huge amount of buzz surrounding DC Comics' Absolute Universe plans, and we now have a better idea of what to expect from this bold new take on characters like Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman.

Thanks to DC's October solicitations (via Bleeding Cool), we have intel on the All In Special which will serve as a launching platform for this new reality.

It's said that, in the Absolute Universe, "DC's biggest icons come of age with fewer advantages while facing greater opposition than ever before and retaining the immutable heroism that continues to inspire and entertain fans. But can they really protect the light that shines inside them when the world in which they live is hurtling toward a terrible destiny?"

That last part is likely a reference to Darkseid, a villain expected to be a pivotal part of DC Comics storytelling over the next few years.

It's also...

Regardless of your opinion on the Snyderverse, it’s undeniable that Snyder’s vision for the Dceu was distinctively dark and unique compared to traditional superhero fare.

Although the Dceu was occasionally profitable, it didn’t achieve widespread success with general audiences. However, it did cultivate a dedicated cult following, with many fans valuing its darker and edgier tone.

As James Gunn’s new Dcu takes shape with ‘Superman’ currently filming in Cincinnati, fans of the Snyderverse have reason to celebrate. Snyder’s vision may still come to life, but through comics rather than film.

In a recent announcement video on DC’s YouTube channel, writers Joshua Williamson and Scott Snyder revealed that they have spent two years developing a new comic line called ‘Absolute Universe.’ Unlike The New 52, this initiative will not replace or retcon the existing DC universe but will coexist alongside it. Snyder shared details on what...

No matter whether you were a fan of Snyderverse or not, you have to admit that Snyder’s vision for the Dceu was quite unique and darker than anything fans of traditional superheroes could have imagined.

While sometimes profitable, the Dceu did not see that much success with the general audiences but did manage to generate a cult following, with a large number of fans appreciating the darker and edgier atmosphere.

While James Gunn’s new Dcu is now in full swing, ‘Superman’ currently filming in Cincinnati, fans of Snyderverse also have a reason to celebrate as Snyder’s vision might come to fruition after all, but in the way you would expect – through comics.

In a new announcement video on DC’s YouTube channel, writers Joshua Williamson and Scott Snyder revealed that they have spent two years developing a new comic line called ‘Absolute Universe.’ Unlike The New 52, this...

DC Comics will pull off one of its greatest initiatives with Joshua Williamson and Scott Snyder’s All-In. The House of Superman is all set to launch a new Absolute Universe this year with their DC All-In #1 flipbook. With a story focused on Darkseid and reimagined versions of the iconic characters, the fans are convinced that we will witness a kind of Snyderverse in the comics.

The cover of DC All-In #1 | Daniel Sampere (via X)

Numerous DC fans are still disappointed that Zack Snyder’s Dceu never reached its desired conclusion. The Snyderverse was planned as a darker superhero universe with Darkseid as the primary villain. While the Snyderverse failed, Scott Snyder’s plans for an Absolute Universe may give us something similar to what the Watchmen filmmaker intended.

What do we know about DC’s new Absolute Universe?

In a new announcement video posted on DC’s official YouTube channel,...

After months of rumours (and a fair few leaks) about DC Comics launching its own version of Marvel's Ultimate Universe, those plans have finally been confirmed today. 

When the Absolute Power event concludes this October, it will be followed by a DC All In one-shot, co-written by Joshua Williamson and Scott Snyder with artwork by Daniel Sampere and Wes Craig. That sets the stage for several ongoing titles to get new creative teams and introduces the Absolute Universe. 

While specific details are being kept under wraps, it sounds like this world was somehow created by Darkseid and is, according to Snyder, a "dangerous, wild new planet" that will be part of "a bigger story that we'll be telling over the course of the next few years."

In the Absolute Universe, the heroes are the underdogs and their world is much darker, meaning, "They have to be tougher, they've got to be more resourceful,...

Exclusive: Sin City, Hellboy and Umbrella Academy publisher Dark Horse Comics has come aboard to release Tom Hardy’s debut comic book series, Arcbound.

Hardy teamed up with comic book vets Scott Snyder, known for the Batman and Justice League comics, Frank Tieri, and Ryan Smallman on the project, which is due to launch in shops November 13 of this year.

The official logline for the Arcbound Studios series reads: “In a future where Earth has become a barren wasteland, Zynitec harnesses the unmatched energy of Kronium to assert its dominion across the stars. When Kai, a rising star Mediator in Zynitec’s army, gets an unexplained message from a mysterious entity, everything he thinks he believes is thrown into question, leaving him to explore what it truly means to be human in a world where the boundaries of technology and identity blur.”

Venom and The Dark Knight Rises star Hardy...

Presented by Comixology Originals and Dark Horse Comics, I am thrilled to return to San Diego Comic-Con to moderate a horror comics panel! Whether you're an avid horror comic book reader or are looking for a good place to start, I encourage anyone attending Comic-Con in San Diego next week to join me in Room 28De on Saturday morning, where I'll be hosting the Putting the Horror in Comics panel, with an incredible panel of special guests!

"Join bestselling and award-winning comics writer Scott Snyder, 2024 Eisner-Award nominated writer/artist Abigail Jill Harding, Screenwriter/Producer Rodney Barnes (Killadelphia), Bram Stoker Award winning artist Soo Lee (Carmilla: The First Vampire), actor/writer David Dastmalchian (Count Crowley), artist Dan Panosian, and writer Michael Conrad as they talk about creating horror comics that keep readers up at night with Daily Dead’s Jonathan James."

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We've been hearing rumblings for the better part of a year that DC Comics has plans for a reboot. The publisher has overhauled the DC Universe several times in the past, all in a bid to drum up interest and increase sales ("The New 52" remains one of the most controversial examples).

Longtime Batman writer Scott Snyder is thought to be spearheading the initiative and will return to the Dark Knight's corner of the DC Universe. However, "Absolute Comics" will be a separate line from the main continuity with a similar, but not identical, approach to Marvel Comics' Ultimate Universe.

That started as a way of retelling the origin stories of characters like Spider-Man and the X-Men in a reality more like our own and without decades of baggage and hard-to-follow continuity. Recently, it's been relaunched again to great success, this time in a world that, for years, had no...

There have been rumblings for the better part of a year that DC Comics is planning another reboot. The publisher has overhauled the DC Universe many times in the past, all in a bid to drum up interest and increase sales.

Longtime Batman writer Scott Snyder is believed to be spearheading the initiative. However, "Absolute Comics" will be a separate line from the main DC Comics continuity which is similar, but not identical, to Marvel Comics Ultimate Universe.

That started as a way of retelling the origin stories of characters like Spider-Man and the X-Men in a reality more like our own and without decades of baggage and hard-to-follow continuity. Recently, it's been relaunched again, this time in a world that, for years, had no superheroes (meaning Peter Parker has become Spider-Man in his 30s).

That's been a huge success - with Ultimate Spider-Man outselling even Amazing Spider-Man - so...

Ben Potter, the late YouTube personality known for the audio dramas that he created from comic books, died in a single-vehicle car crash, according to statements released this week by local and state officials in Colorado.

Potter’s death on Saturday was announced on X, formerly Twitter, by his wife, Nathalie, who asked for privacy while grieving but indicated that her husband’s work will be carried on in some capacity. The Colorado State Patrol and the Fort Collins Coroner’s Office both released statements regarding Potter’s death at 40 years old.

The content creator, who had a 3 million-plus following on YouTube, was driving southbound on I-25 near mile 267.5 at 9:19 a.m. when his Toyota 4Runner drifted off the right shoulder crossing the frontage road and rolled several times, the Colorado State Patrol said in a news release on Tuesday. He died at the scene.

Csp stated that Potter...