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✏️✉️"Hi, my name is Peter Parker, and you don't remember me, but I have something to tell you that's going to sound crazy. But it's the truth. ​We used to know each other. We were together. ​But something bad was going to happen to the whole world. And the only way to stop it was to make everyone forget—​including you." #SpiderManBrandNewDay #PeterParker #SpiderMan

The Marvel mini-series 1776 came to an end, and it was a bit of a disappointing ending. My review at @MajorIssuesCBC comicbookclique.com/majorreviews/r…

New Spider-Man: Brand New Day clip references the classic Amazing Fantasy #15 cover #Spiderman #Spidermanbrandnewday #BrandNewDay #MCU #Disney #filmNews

"I have upset Grant Morrison, which means I have now pissed off MOST of the brilliant British/Scottish comics writers that I grew up idolizing. To quote the bard (Otis Redding), this is nobody's fault but mine. I made a dumb joke on a comedy podcast. I'm not going to bob and weave about context, the joke was dumb, the fandom is not. I owe them an explanation and a genuine reflection of my actual feelings The very first time 1 appeared on a ComicCon panel was for the Lost Pilot, back in the summer of 2004. I wore my favorite T-shirt as 1 had long grown out of my favorite underoos, those being the uniform of Hal Jordan, Green Lantern of Sector 2814. For a quiet, uncoordinated kid there was nothing cooler than a hero whose superpower was his imagination. And green is not stupid, it is my lifelong favorite color and I have a questionnaire that 1 filled out in third grade to prove it. Green is fucking awesome. More importantly, it would be a betrayal to everyone I worked for and alongside to say anything other than I was absolutely honored to be a part of the team that manifested the incredible construct that is Lanterns... because it was.I was sloppy and careless with my words, ironic considering care so much about Hal, John and the entire Corps. I can and will do better to be worthy of the oath... until then, I'll let the show speak for itself and I can't wait for you all to hear what it has to say." #Lanterns showrunner Damon Lindelof

🏴‍☠️Jamie Lee Curtis has finally explained why she didn’t end up playing Dr. Kureha in One Piece, despite being one of the most vocal celebrity fans of the series.Curtis said the issue wasn’t interest. It was scheduling and location. “I'm a legit fan, like a serious OG fan, with the American dubs back in the day. And the only reason I didn't get to do it was because it was in South Africa and I was shooting something else, and I couldn't go to South Africa.” The series films in South Africa, and Curtis was already committed to another project at the time, which ultimately kept the fan-favorite casting from happening. For a while, many fans believed Curtis would be perfect for the eccentric doctor from One Piece’s Drum Island arc, making it one of the most talked-about “almost castings” in the show’s development. Do you think Jamie Lee Curtis would’ve been the perfect Dr. Kureha? What do you think of Katey Sagal in the role? #ONEPIECE〜 #OnePiece #Netflix #Manga #Anime

@BlackMajikMan90 Yeah, I don't get why the LEGENDARY Grant Morrison doesn't understand why DC hasn't put a Green Lantern in anything since 2011. Ya know, because the brand is absolutely tarnished beyond repair.

This is why Grant Morrison will never be a showrunner. One of the greatest comic book minds of all time, but for some reason, he simply can’t grasp that the Green Lantern name is in the shitter.

💣Grant Morrison has gone scorched earth on the presentation of Lanterns and showrunner Damon Lindelof: "TV writer/producer Damon Lindelof’s comments notwithstanding, the ‘Green’ in ‘Green Lantern(s)’ green is not ‘stupid’. Why does a writer attach himself to this kind of narrative if he thinks it’s fundamentally ‘stupid’? You don’t hand CSI scripts to patronising writers who condemn forensics experts and their haircuts as ‘stupid’, so why hire people who are ashamed and in denial about the comic book material they’ve been assigned to develop? Why don’t they turn down jobs they’re not suited for? It’s not like he needs the money, and Lindelof has proven that he can come up with his own ideas. What is this jockish dismissal of superhero conventions intended to prove anyway? Does Lindelof imagine it makes him seem less nerdy? It’s a bit too late for that, so what’s it all about? The only people who give a fuck about the Lanterns TV series are Green Lantern fans. Why alienate them at the start? That feels more like ‘stupid’. ‘Green Lanterns’ is a much more evocative and dramatic title than ‘Lanterns’, (just as ‘Raise the Red Lantern’ is a better movie title than ‘Raise the Lantern’), and anyone who can’t grasp why that is shouldn’t be anywhere near superhero stories. The show might even be good, but how much better could this stuff be if studios were willing to hire the right people for the job instead of phoning their embarrassed friends to water the source material down?" Grant Morrison #DC #Greenlantern #lanterns #hbo #warnerbros @grantmorrison #grantmorrison #DCU

🚨A cargo ship carrying graphic novels from Fantagraphics Books was reportedly struck by an Iranian missile near the Strait of Hormuz, putting a shipment of upcoming releases at risk. According to the publisher, the vessel was transporting full print runs of two Fantagraphics titles when it was hit during the incident. The ship has since reached a safe port, and the company says it is still waiting to learn the extent of the damage to the cargo. Fantagraphics noted that their main concern is for the safety of the ship’s crew, while the publishing side now faces uncertainty about whether the books on board were damaged or lost. A surreal reminder that global events can affect comics in unexpected ways. 📚 Would you still try to track down these books if the damaged shipment ends up becoming a rare printing? #comicbooks #hormuz

Revolution was FANTASTIC last nigh and AEW is super hot right now, which is why we were given this opportunity of one of the wildest crossovers in recent history. Read my review of DC X AEW #2 for @MajorIssuesCBC comicbookclique.com/majorreviews/r…

✊🏾⚡️🌎A new chapter in DC Universe history is already getting a second printing. New History of the DC Universe: The Dakota Incident #1 has sold out at the distributor level, prompting DC Comics to rush a new printing to stores. The story dives into a previously unseen moment in the timeline of Dakota City, where a murder sparks a massive conflict between local heroes like Static and Rocket, and the U.S. government led by Lex Luthor. As tensions escalate, the city becomes a battlefield and the heroes are forced to decide how far they’re willing to go to protect their people. Hopefully DC sees the viability in these characters and ropes them into their future plans. The second printing, featuring a new variant cover by Dan Mora, will arrive in comic shops on April 22, 2026. Did you pick up The Dakota Incident already, or are you waiting for the second printing? #DCComics

📈💰Amazon is making another change to Prime Video, and it will cost viewers a little more. The streaming service is rebranding its ad-free option as “Ultra” and raising the price from $2.99 to $4.99 per month. The change also means that 4K/UHD streaming will now be tied to the Ultra tier, making it the only way to watch certain titles at the highest quality. This comes after Prime Video introduced ads to the base service earlier this year, pushing viewers who want an uninterrupted experience toward the paid upgrade. Are you willing to pay extra to remove ads and get 4K, or is streaming starting to feel like cable all over again? 📺

💀🪝DC Next Level is ramping up with several new titles to be released imminently, and Skottie Young is having a blast writing the new #Lobo series. ​"In my 25 years working in this business, this is the first time I’ll be making a comic at DC! It’s no secret among my peers that Lobo is my favorite DC character so this is a perfect FIRST for me! I’m so happy to have Jorge [Corona] and our crew along with me. Together we’ve made 1000’s of comic pages together so we’ll be hitting the ground running like a MOTHER FRAGGER!" - Skottie Young on his Substack

Tegan Quin, one half of the indie-pop duo Tegan and Sara, is penning a story featuring Marvel’s most famous twins, Wiccan and Speed. Quin noted that she used the "banter" from her own relationship with her sister Sara to fuel the dialogue between the two superheroes as they take on Ultron. ​The issue is framed around an epic wedding anniversary party hosted by Wiccan and Hulkling at their new home. However, the celebration is cut short when a megalomaniacal Ultron decides to crash the event with a full robot army. The story serves as a direct follow-up to the events of Wiccan: Witches' Road. ​Beyond the main couple, the special features deep cuts into Marvel's family trees. One story explores the bond between Hulkling and his alternate-universe half-sister, Phyla-Vell, as they combine their strengths. Another focuses on the "synthezoid" side of the family, featuring a heart-to-heart between Vision and his daughter Viv regarding their identities. ​The Wiccan & Hulkling: Raid of Ultron #1 one-shot (releasing May 27th) boasts a massive roster of talent. In addition to Tegan Quin, the book features veteran and rising creators like Wyatt Kennedy, Josh Trujillo, Luciano Vecchio, and Stephen Byrne. The issue aims to highlight the importance of community and protecting "shared happiness" during dark times. #Marvel #comicnews @teganandsara #teganandsara

Superman:Man of Tomorrow confirmed cast so far •David Corenswet as Superman •Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane •Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor •Skylar Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen •Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl •Aaron Pierre as John Stewart •Sara Sampaio as Eve Teschmacher •Maria Gabriella as The Engineer •Lars Eidinger as Brainiac #Superman #warnerbros #comicbooks

While fans are gearing up for the massive crossover event Avengers: Doomsday, Chris Hemsworth has some even more exciting news: Thor’s journey isn’t ending with the Avengers. Hemsworth recently revealed that he’s been in active discussions with Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige about the character's future. Far from being a finale, the upcoming films are being treated as a stepping stone for the God of Thunder, ensuring he remains a central figure in the MCU for years to come. ​Hemsworth shared on the Smartless podcast that he and Feige are looking to shake things up again. He noted that because the audience now expects "dramatic turns" with the character, the goal for any post-Avengers solo story is to do something "pretty unique" and "different." After evolving from a stoic prince to a cosmic comedian, it sounds like Thor is headed for yet another major creative reinvention that will keep fans on their toes. ​As the MCU introduces new leads and teams, Thor remains one of the few original cornerstones still standing. Marvel sees him as a high-value icon who offers incredible flexibility; he can anchor a high-stakes multiverse epic or lead a stylized solo adventure. Hemsworth’s comments suggest that Marvel is leaning into that versatility, keeping Thor’s storyline open-ended even as the franchise moves through the chaotic events of Avengers: Secret Wars. ​The next time we see Thor will be in Avengers: Doomsday, hitting theaters on December 18, 2026. This film is set to be a multiverse-scale event featuring Doctor Doom as the primary threat, alongside a massive cast including the Fantastic Four and legacy X-Men characters. With Secret Wars following in 2027, the stage is being set for a two-film arc that will likely redefine the Marvel landscape—and Thor's place within it—forever. #Marvel #MCU #Disney

New Invincible reprint cover pays homage to One Punch Man. #Invincible #image #Invincibleonprime #anime #onepunchman

Jensen Ackles has officially wrapped filming on The Boys: Vought Rising, the highly anticipated 1950s-set prequel. Returning as the fan-favorite Soldier Boy alongside Aya Cash as Clara Vought (Stormfront), Ackles took to social media to celebrate his final day on set. He gave fans a quick peek at his new costume, jokingly noting that the suit has become so complex it now requires a three-person team just to help him get into it, rather than the usual two. Showrunner Eric Kripke is already teasing how this prequel fits into the larger Vought timeline. He confirmed discussions about bringing in Ethan Slater as a younger Thomas Godolkin, the founder of Godolkin University. Since Slater appears in Gen V Season 2 flashbacks during the 1960s, Kripke sees Vought Rising as the perfect opportunity to bridge the gap and show the character’s origins a decade earlier, ensuring the spinoffs feel like one cohesive history. A major focus of the series will be the visual evolution of "Supes" from military assets to corporate icons. Kripke explained that the early suits were designed to look like ornamental military uniforms—functional, disciplined, and rigid. However, as the Supes began to enter the private sector, the aesthetic shifted toward showmanship and consumerism, resulting in the flashy, branded costumes that define the modern era of the franchise. The level of detail in this production is staggering, with costume designer L.J. Shannon custom-making every element of the hero suits. From individual buttons featuring hero-specific logos to military-inspired textures, the series aims to capture the specific historical transition of the Vought brand. With a massive ensemble cast and a deep dive into the 1950s, Vought Rising is shaping up to be a gritty, stylish look at how the world’s most dangerous "heroes" first stepped into the spotlight. #TheBoys #primevideo @JensenAckles

The "Absolute Crisis" is Coming! Scott Snyder just dropped a bombshell in the premiere issue of Comics! The Magazine, revealing that his massive "Darkseid Saga" is officially heading toward a monumental finale. Slated for a 2027 release, Snyder is reuniting with writer Joshua Williamson to wrap up the narrative thread that has been weaving through the DC Universe. Snyder teased that the two have been planning this "pretty epic" conclusion for a long time, marking it as the definitive end to this era of the cosmic tyrant. While details are still under wraps, the community is already calling this event the "Absolute Crisis." Based on teasers, fans are convinced this finale will be a reimagining of the legendary Crisis on Infinite Earths, specifically canonized for the Absolute Universe. This would likely serve as the first major collision between the traditional Prime Earth heroes and their gritty, reimagined counterparts in the Absolute timeline. The seeds for this event were planted at the end of DC K.O., following Darkseid's defeat by Superman. Even in loss, the villain vowed that "there will be a crisis of absolute proportions." This ominous declaration suggests that Darkseid’s goal to assume control of both timelines is far from over, potentially putting characters like Absolute Batman and Absolute Wonder Woman in their most dangerous predicament yet. The decision to wait until 2027 is a strategic move for DC’s "Next Level" initiative. By pushing the finale back, DC is giving its newest series—headlined by characters like Batwoman and Lobo—enough time to establish themselves and build a following. This "slow burn" approach ensures that when the "Absolute Crisis" finally hits the shelves, the stakes will feel earned and the impact on the entire DC roster will be massive. #DC #comicbooks @Ssnyder1835 #Batman

Marvel Editor Tom Brevoort recently reflected on Marvel’s massive One World Under Doom storyline and admitted the event might have lasted a bit longer than it should have. Brevoort said the experience has made Marvel rethink how it structures its big crossover events going forward. According to him, the company is always learning from each event, including how long they run and how much they spread across the line. The 2025 event saw Doctor Doom seize control of the world after becoming Sorcerer Supreme, reshaping the entire Marvel Universe and tying into multiple titles across the line. Brevoort suggested future events could end up being shorter or structured differently, rather than sprawling across the publishing line for extended periods. Do you think One World Under Doom ran too long, or should Marvel lean into these longer universe-wide events? 💬 #Marvel #Doom #Doomsday #OneWorldUnderDoom #Comicbooknews

"There's going to be an Absolute event but it's not gonna work the way a typical superhero-comics event does — it'll be a different shape, a different kind of story, one that's purely additive and not disruptive to the stories elsewhere in the line." The goal, Conroy explains, is to make sure every new series or spinoff earns its place with the audience rather than asking readers to buy more just because they can. #DC #DCComics #Comicbooknews