Continuing to expand its roster of diverse domestic and internation
al programming, Syfy today announced it is acquiring U.S. basic cable rights to all 39 episodes (three seasons and the six-part prequel) of the popular swords and sandal series Spartacus from Starz Worldwide Distribution, the global television licensing and content syndication arm of Starz. Continue reading
Transmissions: Syfy to Start Airing Spartacus Next Month
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Transmissions: Goodbye to Warehouse 13
Much like those who follow sports teams, we geeks are a passionate l
ot. We get attached to characters and shows and are heart broken when we lose them. Some of us still haven’t gotten over the loss of Firefly. Sometimes a show fades away gracefully, like Star Trek: The Next Generation but some are ripped away too soon. That is how I feel about Warehouse 13. Continue reading
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Hard Copy: The World of Skylanders is Coming to Comics from IDW
In conjunction with Activision, IDW Publishing is proud to announ
ce the first-ever Skylanders comic-book series, penned by renowned comic-book writer Ron Marz with Mike Bowden and David Baldeon as lead artists. In the world of video games, Skylanders is a global phenomenon and the best-selling kids’ game franchise since its launch in 2011.1 Now fans have the opportunity to follow the adventures of all their favorite characters from Skylands through the magic of comic books. The first issue, a prequel to the Skylanders Trap Team™ storyline, actually provides fans an inside look at where some of their favorite Skylanders came from, and even gives them a first look at a few all-new characters from the upcoming game. Continue reading
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Equipment: Godzilla is Storming Comic Shops
New and longtime Godzilla fans will appreciate the PRE
VIEWS Exclusive Godzilla collectibles from Bandai, Plex Co.,Ltd and X Plus Co.,Ltd.featuring three 12” tall Godzilla statues in his unforgettable stances and forms. Fans and collectors can pre-order the exclusive figures in the May issue of PREVIEWS at their local comic shop, ensuring that they will get the collectibles when they hit shelves in late October 2014. Continue reading
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E.V.A.: Karen Gillan of ‘Doctor Who’ to Attend Wizard World Atlanta Comic Con
Karen Gillan, who portrayed “Amy Pond,” in the landmark British tele
vision series “Doctor Who,” and portrays the mercenary “Nebula” in the upcoming blockbuster Guardians of the Galaxy, will appear at Wizard World Atlanta Comic Con on Saturday, May 31, at the Georgia World Congress Center. Gillan will greet fans, sign autographs, pose for photo ops and conduct an interactive Q&A during the event. Continue reading
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Transmissions: First Look at the Upcoming Flash Television Series
CW has one superhero hit with “Arrow” and now next year we 
get to see “The Flash.” This is not the first time “The Flash” has been a series, CBS had a short lived Flash series in 1990. This new Flash is sure to be a bit edgier keeping with the tone of dark hero, Arrow. Continue reading
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Vids: JLA Adventures: Trapped in Time” coming to DVD
– Prepare for a battle of the ages when the Justice League ta
kes on its archenemies, the Legion of Doom, as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Warner Bros Animation, and DC Entertainment unleash JLA Adventures: Trapped in Time. Packed with non-stop action, JLA Adventures: Trapped in Time comes to DVD on May 20, 2014. The all-new original movie is a thrilling film for the whole family and features some of the Justice League’s most notable members. Fans won’t want to miss this action-packed hit! Continue reading
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Vids: Longmire: Seasons 1 &2″ coming to Blu-ray on May 27 via Warner Archive Collection
Few television dramas have captured the intense cinematic nature
of the Southwest like A&E’s hit mystery series, Longmire. Warner Archive Collection is proud to bring those stunning visuals – and equally enthralling stories – to full 1080p HD presentation with the Blu-ray™ release of Longmire, Seasons 1 & 2, on May 27, 2014 via WBShop.com and many online retailers. Continue reading
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Equipment: Lightsaber Chop Sticks…You Light Up My Rice
When Ben Kenobi first showed Luke Skywalker a lightsaber he refer
red to it as, “an elegant weapon from a more civilized time.” I have to admit that lightsabers are pretty cool. When Star Wars first came out every kid (young and old) wanted one for their very own. I know that I did and now I have my own, sort of…I have lightsaber chop sticks! Continue reading
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Vids: Son of Batman Review
The newest release from DC Animimation is Son of Batman. Ba
sed on the 2006 comic Batman and Son written by Grant Morrison with artwork by Andy Kubert, Son of Batman begs you to not just suspend disbelief; it wants you to leave plausibility at the door. There have been some great offerings from DC in the past and though I did enjoy parts of this one I thought it was lacking. Continue reading
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