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06/19/17 @ 4:15 pm EST
This summer, the world's foremost finicky felines will come face-to-face in the epic crossover, Grumpy Cat/Garfield, as three-time Emmy Award nominee Mark Evanier ( Garfield and Friends) steps back into the paws of the most iconic cat in comics for this three-part mini-series worthy of more than just nine lives! Joined by artist Steve Uy ( Avengers: The Initiative), Grumpy Cat/Garfield will pounce its way into stores August 2, 2017! Thanks to an exclusive partnership between Dynamite Entertainment and BOOM! Studios' award-winning imprint, KaBOOM!, Jim Davis' iconic comic strip cat Garfield will meet internet sensation Grumpy Cat in a limited series with a story inspired and approved by icon Jim Davis, himself! It's the inevitable meeting of these two loveable sourpusses! Garfield, the reigning cynical cat of newspapers and TV will cross paths with internet sensation Grumpy Cat, whose memorable scowl endeared herself to the world. Who's the most sarcastic? Well, he hates Mondays...and she hates any day ending in "y!" Is there enough room to accommodate both truculent tabbies within the pages of the same comic book, let alone the same universe? You'll find out in this three-issue mini-series that will have you purring that it's the cat's meow! Artist Steve Uy says, "Garfield was my favorite comic strip growing up in the '80s. When I was doing the art for Grumpy Cat last year, there was a Halloween special where I decided to dress Grumpy up as Garfield, and her brother Pokey as Heathcliff in a panel. That didn't make it to print, and ended up being revised to a Star Wars theme instead, so when I found out there was going to be a Grumpy/Garfield crossover, it seemed like fate had stepped in and given me another chance to draw them all together again!" Steve Uy is the artist of such Marvel/ DC series as Uncanny X-Men, Avengers Initiative, Legion of Superheroes Animated, JSA Classified, and many more. He is the artist/creator of his very own creator-owned series, Feather and Jova's Harvest, currently available on Comixology, and has most recently released his mobile games Oasis: Path to Redemption and Evil Brown Eggs. Writer Mark Evanier met the legendary Jack Kirby in 1969, and began working as his assistant only one week after graduating high school, eventually going on to become his official biographer. A writer and historian, Evanier has written over 500 comics for Gold Key, DC, and Marvel Comics, several hundred hours of television (most notably Garfield and Friends and Groo the Wanderer) and is the author of several books including Mad Art. He has received three Emmy Award nominations, and received the Lifetime Achievement Award for animation from the Writers Guild of America. "When we first began toying with the idea of a crossover between Grumpy Cat and Garfield, the entire team thought there could not be a more perfect fit," says Nick Barrucci, CEO and Publisher of Dynamite Entertainment. "As the idea grew, so did our excitement. When we reached out to our dear friends at BOOM! we were delighted to find they were as excited by the idea as we were. Once we received the blessing of Grumpy Limited, Jim Davis and his team at PAWS, we knew this would be a successful project thanks to the passion of everyone involved!" "We've been honored to publish the adventures of Garfield for many years now and are excited to be partnering with our friends at Dynamite Entertainment to bring Jim Davis' creation together with another heavyweight of the cat world - Grumpy Cat," says Filip Sablik, President of Publishing and Marketing for BOOM! "Mark Evanier is crafting a hilarious, fun-filled story that's sure to please fans of both of these feline franchises." Grumpy Cat found her adopted home with Dynamite in 2015 with her comic book debut, The Misadventures of Grumpy Cat. Selling more than a half million copies and winning the hearts of readers of all ages, the ever-griping Grumpy has become one of the world's most recognized felines. Now, her infectious charm and witty quips come face-to-face with the original cartoon cat, Garfield! The debut issue of Grumpy Cat/Garfield features a wide selection of exciting cover variants, providing fans and retailers with the freedom of options! The cover artwork features the talents of Andy Hirsch ( Garfield, Adventure Time, Regular Show) , interior artist Steve Uy, Fernando Ruiz ( Animal Jam), Tony Fleecs ( Postcards: True Stories That Never Happened), and Phil Murphy ( Regular Show), respectively. Limited variant editions in "Black & White," "Virgin Art," "Coloring Book," and "Comic Strip" formats are also available as retailer incentives for comic shops that support the launch issue by achieving stocking thresholds. Grumpy Cat/Garfield #1 will be solicited in Diamond Comic Distributors' June 2017 Previews catalog, the premier source of merchandise for the comic book specialty market, and slated for release in August. Comic book fans are encouraged to reserve copies of Grumpy Cat/Garfield #1 with their local comic book retailers. Grumpy Cat/Garfield #1 will also be available for individual customer purchase through digital platforms courtesy of Comixology, Kindle, iBooks, Google Play, Dynamite Digital, iVerse, Madefire, and Dark Horse Digital.    05/21/25 @ 8:30 pm EST
George R. R. Martin has signed on with Lion Forge Entertainment to adapt Howard Waldrop’s A Dozen Tough Jobs into an adult animated feature film, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The renowned author will produce the project, a reimagining of the Greek classic story of the 12 labors of Hercules. A Dozen Tough Jobs transports the mythic tale to 1920s Mississippi, where Hercules is re-envisioned as a former sharecropper fighting to regain his freedom. The movie will also be produced by Martin, Lion Forge Entertainment CEO and founder David Steward II, and Lion Forge president and chief creative officer Stephanie Sperber. Martin is best known for his bestselling fantasy novel series A Song of Ice and Fire, which was adapted into the globally celebrated HBO series Game of Thrones. 05/21/25 @ 8:22 pm EST
This summer, the pop culture showdown fans have waited ages for arrives in GODZILLA DESTROYS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE, a five issue event series written by superstar writer Gerry Duggan and drawn by acclaimed artist Javier Garrón. Following a series of hit one-shots where Godzilla battles different Marvel heroes across history, GODZILLA DESTROYS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE pits the King of the Monsters against the combined might of the Avengers, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men and more. Today, see what’s to come with the reveal of GODZILLA DESTROYS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE #2, where Duggan and Garrón are also joined by superstar artist Paco Medina. The new covers include Mark Brooks’ latest main cover, this time depicting Godzilla becoming the latest host of Venom! Variant covers include stunning pieces by acclaimed artists Andrea Sorrentino and Stonehouse along with another iconic Action Figure Variant Cover by John Tyler Christopher that features Godzilla’s archnemesis King Ghidorah. Plus Dave Watchter continues the series’ line of Marvelized Variant Covers which deliver terrifying mashups of Godzilla and Marvel icons, this time showcasing the fiery vengeance of GHOST-RIDER-ZILLA! THE LETHAL PROTECTOR BECOMES THE DEADLY DESTRUCTOR AS GODZILLA BONDS WITH A SYMBIOTE! As the King of the Monsters sets about making mincemeat out of Manhattan, Earth’s Mightiest Heroes find reinforcements in the most unlikely of places – the villainous patrons of the Bar with No Name! Will their combined efforts be enough to slow Godzilla down – or are they merely adding fuel to the fire as the Venom Symbiote discovers an even more enticing apex predator to latch onto? Plus, Black Panther makes a shocking discovery about the nature of Vibranium and what is driving Godzilla’s rampage! But will it be enough to make a difference in the wake of the disappearance of Mister Fantastic, the Invisible Woman and the entire Baxter Building?! Check out the GODZILLA DESTROYS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE #2 covers and preorder the debut issue at your local comic shop today!     
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Charlie Cox and Krysten Ritter are training together as Ritter joins Daredevil: Born Again Season 2. The actress is reprising her role as Jessica Jones in the new season, which is filming now, and she needs to be prepared for some brutal stunts after a long time away from the Marvel cameras. Celebrity fitness trainer Naqam Washington is working with Cox and Ritter. The three recently met up for a workout in a Brooklyn gym following a day of filming, according to a post on social media by Washington. Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 has a planned release date of March 2026 on Disney+. (via ComicBook.com) 05/21/25 @ 10:56 am EST
 Sony’s “Caught Stealing” trailer shows Austin Butler navigating New York City’s criminal landscape in Darren Aronofsky‘s latest film. Butler plays Hank Thompson, a former baseball player who “unexpectedly finds himself embroiled in a dangerous struggle for survival amidst the criminal underbelly of 1990s New York City, forced to navigate a treacherous underworld he never imagined,” per the official logline. Butler is joined by cast members Bad Bunny, Matt Smith, Regina King, Vincent D’Onofrio, Action Bronson, Liev Schreiber and Griffin Dunne. Zoë Kravitz plays Butler’s love interest. “Caught Stealing” will release in theaters Aug. 29. (via Variety) Watch the trailer here: https://youtu.be/6mIvD-GN-p4 05/21/25 @ 10:38 am EST
New footage from The Fantastic Four: First Steps has confirmed that the team's mysterious wristbands are used for emergency alerts. The bracelets have been a major talking point among MCU fans since the first trailer for the new movie was released, with theories pointing to various functionalities before the clip below set their purpose into stone. A promotional ad for the NBA's Western Conference Finals showed the core quartet on stage for The Ted Gilbert Show. Suddenly, their bracelets light up simultaneously with the words "Alert!!" and "Game Time" flashing in bright red text, indicating the bracelets are used as an alert system to warn them of impending threats. The Fantastic Four: First Steps will debut in theaters on July 25. (via The Direct) The full clip can be seen here: https://twitter.com/i/status/1924990580867650030 05/20/25 @ 2:44 pm EST
Helmed by celebrated former editor, Illuminous founder, and writer, Joseph P. Illidge (Batman, Milestone Universe: The Shadow Cabinet) alongside Tim Seeley (Revival, Hack/Slash) and Christian Rosado (Vampirella, Skull and Bones: Savage Storm), Bloodletter will take readers deep into the unspoken lore of Spawn’s world. This five-issue miniseries will launch in June from Image/Todd McFarlane Productions.
Illidge—known for his industry-defining work across the comics platform—brings a commanding vision to the title’s lead, crafting a protagonist as powerful as she is haunted. Working in lockstep with Seeley, Rosado, colorist DC Alonso (Avengers), and letterers AndWorld Design, the creative team paints a portrait of a woman waging war against human and infernal forces.
Tasha Thornwall is The Bloodletter, mystical mercenary of the world's secret underground. A former CIA operative forced to live in the shadows after being outed by Al Simmons 10 years ago, when she learns Al Simmons is alive as Spawn she sets out for revenge. The mission to hunt down and kill Spawn begins in this debut miniseries. Spawn fans won’t want to miss uncovering this secret history stitched together with horror, espionage, and sorcery.
“Bloodletter is about our hero, Tasha Thornwall, and how she uses the power of magic and secrets to fight through a world that constantly throws danger from Heaven and Hell at her!” said Illidge. “Working with my fellow brothers-in-arms—Tim and Christian—and using our magical combination of skills to show the fans the secret history of the Spawn Universe is just as wonderful and scary as it sounds. We can't wait to pull you into Tasha's world and never let go!”
Seeley added: “At its core, this story is all about synthesis. For our lead, Tasha, it’s that combination of espionage and street magic that makes her an unkillable survivor in a world where guys like Spawn, Overtkill, and Violator walk. And the comic itself is a synthesis too, of Joe, Christian, and me, something totally new none of us would have concocted on our own.”
“It's blood, magic, it's evil questioning itself, it's also love and redemption,” said Rosado. “Tasha took on a life of her own, and what we do as a team is narrate it, chapter after chapter. In this transgressive and dark world, there's a new character who is a privilege to draw. Joe, Tim, and I have that mission—to make her struggle known and what she has to tell us.”
While Bloodletter carves its own path, the series remains grounded in the legacy of Spawn—a character and universe created by Todd McFarlane that redefined creator-owned comics. With Tasha now stepping into the shadows left behind, the series builds a bridge between the foundational myths and the next era of supernatural storytelling.
Perfect for fans of Something is Killing the Children, Witchblade, Grim, Storm, Catwoman, and Psylocke, Bloodletter blends genre with fury and introduces a deadly new antihero to the ranks.
Bloodletter #1 will be available at local comic shops on Wednesday, June 18:
Bloodletter #1 Cover A by Rosado – Lunar Code: 0425IM285 Bloodletter #1 Cover B Blank Sketch variant – Lunar Code: 0425IM286 Bloodletter #2 will hit local comic shops on Wednesday, July 23: Cover A by Rosado – Lunar Code: 0525IM480 Cover B by Raymond Gay – Lunar Code: 0525IM481 Bloodletter #3 will hit local comic shops on Wednesday, August 20: Cover A by Rosado – Lunar Code: 0625IM286 Cover B by Gay – Lunar Code: 0625IM287 Bloodletter will also be available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.          ... 05/20/25 @ 2:29 pm EST
Mattel is teaming with TriStar Pictures to develop a live-action/animated film based on its classic game Whac-A-Mole. No word on the plot of the feature take. Elizabeth Bassin and Steve Spohr are overseeing for Mattel Films, alongside Shary Shirazi and Kelseigh Coombs for TriStar. “Whac-A-Mole is more than a game,” said Mattel Films President Robbie Brenner, “it’s a laugh-out-loud battle of reflexes that has brought joy and a little chaos to families for five decades. We’re beyond excited to team up with TriStar Pictures to turn the iconic experience into a wild, action-packed ride for the big screen.” Commented TriStar President Nicole Brown, “Mattel continues to create impact with their films, and Whac-A-Mole is no exception – a brand that has been in culture for generations. We look forward to partnering with them to bring audiences a fresh, unexpected take on this absolute classic.” (via Deadline) 05/20/25 @ 2:20 pm EST
Today Skybound Comet and Image Comics reveal a new look at interior pages from Pizza Witch, the graphic novel that cooks up a delicious world of magic for a wide range of readers by Sarah Graley (Glitch, Our Super Adventure) and Stef Purenins (Our Super Adventure). Pizza Witch will be available for physical purchase everywhere books are sold in September 2025 from Skybound Comet, the original graphic novel imprint aimed at Young Adult (Ages 12+) and Middle Grade (Ages 8-12) audiences, but sure to captivate readers of all ages. A YA graphic novel with crossover appeal to new adults, Pizza Witch follows main character Roxy on her journey to be the best Pizza Witch with accessible yet emotive art and storytelling that highlights relationships and Roxy’s self-discovery. As Sarah Graley and Stef Purenins have been publishing their webcomic series Our Super Adventure for over a decade, Skybound Comet is pleased to announce that Pizza Witch is also available to start reading today on Webtoon, Tapas and the Pizza Witch website, with the first three chapters available to read for free now. One additional chapter of the graphic novel will become available on these platforms on Tuesdays weekly, through the final chapter’s release in December. “As the publisher of bestselling graphic novels like Ava's Demon and Scurry, we’re no stranger to webcomics,” said Alex Antone, Editorial Director at Skybound. “But Sarah Graley & Stef Purenin’s Pizza Witch marks the first weekly webcomic in Skybound history – and this one’s guaranteed to charm readers in 30 minutes or less!” In Pizza Witch, Roxy wants nothing more than to become the best Pizza Witch that’s ever existed! But having to deal with a boss who couldn’t care less about teaching her magic and parents who don’t exactly support her dream has brought Roxy to her breaking point. Well, at least until her boss reveals that he’s been prepping her for a LEGENDARY magic Pizza Artifact quest. Is this finally the moment Roxy’s been waiting for? Accompanied by her BFF black cat familiar, George, will Roxy get to learn advanced Pizza Magic and maybe even find time for romance along the way? The Skybound Comet slate also includes the upcoming release of Family Force V (SBN: 978-1-5343-4033-6 SRP $16.99), the prismatic YA graphic novel about your new favorite alien fighting family by Matt Braly (Disney’s Amphibia) and artist Ainsworth Lin, coming in June 2025; Clementine Book Three (ISBN: 978-1-5343-9737-8 SRP $14.99), the highly anticipated and heart-wrenching finale of the Eisner-Award nominated YA trilogy by Tillie Walden (On a Sunbeam, Spinning), coming in July 2025; and TRANSFORMERS: Worst Bot Ever: Meet Ballpoint (ISBN: 978-1-5343-2799-3 SRP $12.99), the start of a new OGN series about the misadventures of the bot who is mightier than the sword by Brian “Smitty” Smith (Pea, Bee, and Jay) and Marz Jr. (Void Rivals cover artist), available July 2025 for Middle Grade Readers. Pizza Witch (ISBN: 978-1-5343-2796-2 SRP $16.99) will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday September 3, 2025, and at booksellers, along with digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. 
     
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Thor’s impending demise in the pages of Al Ewing’s IMMORTAL THOR has been teased for months. Now, learn about his coming rebirth! Following IMMORTAL THOR #25 in July, Ewing will launch a new run of THOR alongside artist Pasqual Ferry, who makes a thunderous return to character following his acclaimed work during Matt Fraction’s Thor run. A major shift in Ewing’s overall Thor narrative, THOR #1 sets up a captivating new status quo for the God of Thunder unlike any in his 60+ year history. THE LEGEND BEGINS! The Norse Myths tell of Gods who walked the Earth, doing great deeds for the mortals who believed in them. But Asgard isn’t real, and never was. The Gods never soared in our skies, never stood with our heroes, never fought for kindness or justice. It was all just a story. Nobody’s coming to help us. But somewhere in the city... a man is waking up. A man with a hammer. "Since the very first issue of IMMORTAL THOR, Thor's been facing the end of his tale... but that was only the end of Act One,” Ewing explained. “As the next chapter begins, Thor must face threats he's never faced, from a place he's never been... until now. Is he alive? Is he dead? Is he immortal... or much, much more? You'll have to join us to find out." Get a sneak peek at Alex Ross’ THOR #1 cover and keep your eyes peeled for it to be fully revealed after IMMORTAL THOR #25 hits stands! 
05/19/25 @ 4:24 pm EST
BOOM! Studios today revealed a first look at MINOR ARCANA #8 from one of the most renowned creators in comics, New York Times bestselling and Eisner Award-winning writer and artist Jeff Lemire, along with artist Letizia Cadonici, colorist Patricio Delpeche, and letterer Steve Wands, coming to comic shops in June 2025. Theresa’s grand reopening of the Limberlost Psychic Shop falls flat, until she meets the lonely Fawn, who’s eager to understand his future. The mysterious Wayne has arrived in Limberlost— who is he, and what does he have to do with Theresa? Vickie and Miles strike up a fiery connection, but will she be able to get out of her head and into the present? MINOR ARCANA #8 continues the final mini-arc of the first of the four major story arcs of the ongoing series from Jeff Lemire and BOOM! Studios. Mirroring the suits of a tarot deck, the story arcs will be collected into The Book of Wands, The Book of Swords, The Book of Cups, and The Book of Pentacles respectively. MINOR ARCANA #8 features main cover art by series creator Jeff Lemire, and variant covers by highly acclaimed illustrators Afu Chan (Outer Darkness), Dan Panosian (Alice Never After, The Last Boy),and Yanick Paquette (Grim). Additionally, each issue of MINOR ARCANA will feature a special tarot card variant cover illustrated by Jeff Lemire culminating in a full tarot deck at the end of the series! MINOR ARCANA is the newest release from BOOM! Studios’ eponymous imprint, home to criticallyacclaimed original series, including BRZRKRby Keanu Reeves, Matt Kindt, and Ron Garney; Something is Killing the Children by James Tynion IV and WertherDell’Edera; bestselling horror anthology HelloDarkness; Grim by StephaniePhillips and Flaviano; Stuff ofNightmares by R.L. Stine and A.L. Kaplan; A Vicious Circle by Mattson Tomlin and Lee Bermejo; Ghostloreby Cullen Bunn and Leomacs; Rare Flavours by Ram V and FilipeAndrade; Underheist by David andMaria Lapham; Animal Pound by TomKing and Peter Gross; Minor Arcana byJeff Lemire; Vicarious by RyanParrott and Eleonora Carlini; TheCreeping Below by Brian Azzarello and Vanesa Del Rey; Bronze Faces by Shobo, Shof, and Alexandre Tefenkgi; In Bloom by Michael W. Conrad and JohnJ. Pearson; and When I Lay My Vengeance Upon Thee by Gus Moreno and Jakub Rebelka. The imprint also publishes popular licensed properties, including Dune: House Corrino from Brian Herbert, Kevin J. Anderson, and Simone Ragazzoni; Power Rangers Prime by Melissa Flores and Michael YG; and The Expanse: Dragon Tooth by Andy Diggle, Rubine, and Francesco Pisa. MINOR ARCANA #8 will be available in comic shops June25, 2025. It is available for pre-order at your local comic shop. Digital copies can be purchased from content providers, including Kindle, iBooks, and Google Play.           
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