Milo Ventimiglia, Adrian Pasdar to voice Wolverine, Iron Man in G4 series
Milo Ventimiglia (AP)
Update from Wondercon: Marvel Television Announces Adrian Pasdar and Milo Ventimiglia for Iron Man and Wolverine Anime Series To Air On G4 July 2011
Marvel’s Head of Television Jeph Loeb announced casting for two of the company’s much anticipated anime series, IRON MAN and WOLVERINE, at its WonderCon panel today in San Francisco to the delight of fans in attendance. Both series will premiere on G4 in July 2011.
Darren Aronofsky withdraws from “The Wolverine”
20th Century Fox confirms for Deadline that Darren Aronofsky will no longer direct the Hugh Jackman-starring “The Wolverine.”
Hugh Jackman talks bulking up for “The Wolverine”
In an interview with Hero Complex, Hugh Jackman talks about the upcoming film “The Wolverine,” which will be based on the Chris Claremont-Frank Miller “Wolverine” miniseries.
Free Comic Book Day titles; no Heath Ledger in Batman 3; Superman movie news
The Gold Sponsors and most of the Gold Sponsor books for Free Comic Book Day 2011 have been announced, via Facebook and FreeComicBookDay.com. Ape, Archaia, Archie, Boom!, Dark Horse; DC, Image, IDW, Marvel and Papercutz are the Gold Sponsors.
Titles include Richie Rich/Kung-Fu Panda; Dark Crystal/Mouse Guard; Avatar the Last Airbender/Star Wars; Betty and Veronica; Darkwing Duck; Locke & Key; Spider-Man and the Smurfs.
Additional sponsors and titles will be revealed in the January issue of PREVIEWS, on sale Dec. 29.
NOLAN HANDS OFF SUPERMAN
HitFix reports that Christopher Nolan and David Goyer have handed off their Superman screenplay to Zach Snyder, and he’s now in charge of what happens with the picture. However, it looks as if the John Williams score from the previous “Superman” films won’t return – at the same “Inception” event, Hans Zimmer reports that he’s been retained to score the new film.
BATMAN NEWS BITS
Also at the “Inception” event, Nolan’s producing partner Emma Thomas shot down rumors that the late Heath Ledger would have a cameo in the new “Batman” film, using footage shot for “Dark Knight.” Ledger will not be in the film, says The Hollywood Reporter. Nolan also confirmed to Entertainment Weekly that “Dark Knight Rises” will be his last Batman movie.
Review file: Action Comics Annual #13, Wolverine the Best There Is #1, Ant-Man and Wasp #2, Heroes For Hire #1, Disney’s Chip N Dale Rescue Rangers #1.
“The Wolverine” to be directed by Darren Aronofsky; won’t be traditional sequel
While promoting “The Black Swan,” director Darren Aronofsky confirmed for Hitfix that he’ll be directing the “X-Men Origins: Wolverine” sequel. Although it won’t be specifically a sequel.
Titled “The Wolverine,” the film is described as a “one-off.” It will be set in Japan, and has previously been described as inspired by the Chris Claremont-Frank Miller miniseries of the 1980s.
Aronofsky (“The Wrestler”) is a fantastic director, and I’m interested to see what he brings to Wolverine. What do you think of the title “The Wolverine” and Aronofsky as the director?
- Matt Price
The Walking Dead looks like a hit; Wolverine 2 charity auction; Captain America World War II flashback
WALKING DEAD LAUNCHES BIG
According to various reports, “The Walking Dead” premiere was viewed by 5.3 million people on Sunday night — the largest audience ever for an AMC original series. The pilot episode also managed to pull in 3.6 million adults in the
18-49 age demographic, and became the highest-rated cable series to premiere in 2010.
RED PLAINS INTERVIEW
Want a Wild West read that’s based in the authentic West? Caryn A. Tate’s “Red Plains” is coming to Graphic.ly and MyDigitalComics.com.
Each issue is packed with bonus content like audio commentary by Caryn, script excerpts, and more.
Red Plains: Range War is now available for digital purchase via Graphic.ly. The 4 part “Range War” storyline includes audio commentary by Red Plains series creator Caryn A. Tate, character information, and script excerpts.
Red Plains is also available at MyDigitalComics.com in pdf, cbz, or simple page-flip format!
Read more from Tate in Friday’s Weekend Look.
WOLVERINE 2 WORKOUT
Bid for the chance to work out next to Hugh Jackman as he prepares for “X-Men Origins: Wolverine 2.” Jackman is raising funds for The Global Poverty Project.
Bidding is open through November 11th at:
http://www.charitybuzz.com/catalog_items/209202?source=carousel
REVIEW FILE
Matt Price and Kyle Roberts review Captain America: Man out of Time 1; Iron Man/Thor 1, Superboy 1 and Batman and Robin 16.
Hugh Jackman auctions chance for Wolverine 2 workout
Actor Hugh Jackman attends The Global Poverty Projects launch of their DVD "1.4 Billion Reasons", in New York, on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010. (AP Photo/Peter Kramer)
With filming for “X-Men Origins: Wolverine 2″ around the corner, Hugh Jackman will again be transforming his body into that of the superhero Wolverine. And now a lucky fan can sweat next to him. Jackman is auctioning the chance for one lucky fan to join him for a heart-pounding Wolverine Workout with celebrity trainer Don Scott at a private gym.
Jackman is raising funds for The Global Poverty Project. The GPP has teamed up with charitybuzz to raise funds for its 1.4 Billion Reasons campaign, which inspires everyday people to join the global movement to end extreme poverty through a powerful presentation. Jackman was recently a speaker at the nonprofit’s screening event at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC.
Bidding is open through November 11th at: http://www.charitybuzz.com/catalog_items/209202?source=carousel
- Matt Price
Marvel art giveaway; X-Men arcade game returns; updates on Batman, Spider-Man and Wolverine films
Win art!
Allposters.com is giving a NewsOK Comics Podcast watcher the chance to win this framed art –just comment on the video with your favorite Marvel character, and we’ll draw a winner.
X-Men Arcade game coming to consoles
An image of "Amazing Spider-Man" #50 from allposters.com.
According to Marvel.com, Konami Digital Entertainment will release the classic “X-Men” arcade game originally released in 1992 for the very first time outside of arcades. The game will be available on Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network in Fall 2010.
Spider-Man casting news
Sony has announced that Rhys Ifans (“Notting Hill”) has joined the cast of the “Spider-Man” movie reboot. He’ll play the villain in the new movie, but Sony didn’t reveal who that would be. The Wrap reported that Ifans will play The Lizard, but that hasn’t been confirmed.
Batman and Wolverine updates
Deadline reports Tom Hardy has been selected for a lead role in “Batman 3,” and Darren Aronofsky is likely clearing his plate to take a stab at directing “Wolverine 2.”
Matt Price and Kyle Roberts review Batman: The Return of Bruce Wayne #5, X-Men #4, and Bruce Wayne: The Road Home one-shots — Batman and Robin, Red Robin, Batgirl and Outsiders.
Darren Aronofsky clearing schedule for Wolverine 2?
Deadline reports that Darren Aronofsky has dropped out of directing “Gangster Squad” for Warner Bros., making it more likely he’ll soon be announced as the director of Hugh Jackman’s “Wolverine 2″ film. According to Deadline, it’s now a matter of making the financial deal work.
The second “Wolverine” film will star Jackman and is expected to be set in Japan, and somewhat based on the Chris Claremont-Frank Miller miniseries featuring the Wolverine character. Aronofsky, who directed “The Wrestler” and the upcoming “Black Swan” is a very interesting choice for the character. It’s not his first flirtation with a comics film — he was rumored as a “Superman” candidate for the directorial slot that recently went to Zack Snyder, and he was reported to have been developing a “Batman” film with Miller prior to Christopher Nolan helming “Batman Begins.”
- Matt Price
Superman movie news, Uncanny X-Force #1 review, comic prices to drop
Zack Snyder to helm Superman
Variety reports that “Watchmen” director Zack Snyder has signed on to direct Warner Bros.’ revamp of the 
“Superman” property for a film to be released in 2012. David Goyer (“Batman Begins”) is writing the script, based on a story by Goyer and Christopher Nolan.
Wonder Woman coming to TV
It was recently reported that “Boston Legal” David E. Kelley was developing Wonder Woman as a TV series. The character was the focus of a 1970s TV series starring Lynda Carter.
Comic prices to drop
DC Comics will move most books to 20 pages of content in a 32-page package for $2.99, as announced at the Source blog. Marvel Comics plans some titles launching in January 2011 to launch at $2.99, but books currently at $3.99 look to be staying where they are.
Help Steve Rude
Artist Steve Rude, co-creator of “Nexus” and “The Moth” and one of the most acclaimed comic-book creators of the 1980s, is facing financial difficulties from the current recession. Check out steverude.com/auctions for all the items available, including sketchbooks, original art, graphic novels and more.
This week, the comic books reviewed by Matt Price and Kyle Roberts are Uncanny X-Force #1, Wolverine #2 and Batman: Hidden Treasures.
