Marvel Comics movies update

[Valadius]

Remember, they want to make the story set present-day. The existence of Ultimate Nick Fury allowed for him to appear in this film. The Ultimate version of Fury is a Gulf War vet. The fact that he was specifically designed to look like Jackson and that Jackson will portray him on-screen is unbelievably cool, in my opinion. Here's a picture of Ultimate Nick Fury:

[Benjamin Grimm]

I don't know much of anything about the Ultimates, but I think it's strange and annoying that Marvel has two versions of all of their characters.

Twice as much potential merchandise to sell, I guess.

[Willets Point]

Don't comic book series retcon all the time by their very nature?

[Valadius]

Thor is going to start production this winter.

[Benjamin Grimm]

X-Men 3 was on HBO the other day and I TiVoed it. Just this afternoon I burned it to DVD for my son and, to verify that the whole movie made it onto the disk, I skipped ahead to the very end. After the credits finish rolling, there's one additional scene. It's very brief, but it's a man in a hospital bed and Moira McTaggert is in the room. She's reading a chart or something, and the man in the bed croaks, "Moira?" And she turns to him and says, "Charles?"

And THAT'S the end of the movie. All this time I thought that they had killed off Professor X.

[Vic Sage]

George Miller to lead 'Justice League'
WB moves ahead with bigscreen adaptation

By DIANE GARRETT / Variety

Warner Bros. is moving aggressively ahead with the bigscreen adaptation of DC Comics� �Justice League of America,� with George Miller on board to direct.

Project, which is the initial phases of casting, is a pre-strike priority for the studio, which needs a superhero tentpole in 2009.

Still, making all the pieces fit has been complicated by overlapping superhero projects in the pipeline, since �Justice League� features a pantheon of superheroes, including Superman and Batman.

Batman and Superman are active properties for the studio, though the next installment in the Superman franchise has taken a backseat to �Justice League� in part because Warners is so keen on the �Justice League� script by Kieran and Michele Mulroney.

�Justice League� will likely feature the characters of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, the Flash and Aquaman.

Warners is in the preliminary phases of casting for �Justice League.� Several sources close to the project said that Christian Bale, star of the revived Batman film franchise, and Brandon Routh, star of Bryan Singer�s �Superman Returns,� would probably not appear in the movie.

However, helmer Chris Nolan, current steward of the �Batman� franchise for the studio, would prefer that Warners delay �Justice League� until after he finishes �Batman� projects in development; Bale has also let his uneasiness about �Justice League� be known.

To work around these issues, the studio explored making �Justice League� as an animated film or with motion capture, but all indications are that the film will be special-effects driven live action.

The project is so complicated -- and casting dependent -- that even those deeply involved in the project are holding their breath until production begins.

�They�re working very hard to get it to happen,� said one party close to the project. �But there are so many characters it�s complicated.�

It was for this very reason that many believed Warners would move ahead first with a follow-up to Bryan Singer�s �Superman Returns.� Singer, however, is busy with Tom Cruise starrer �Valkyrie.�

Miller has a warm relationship with Warners. He last helmed �Happy Feet,� which generated $379 million worldwide box office for the studio.

[Edgy MD]

Not such a good idea. The notion behind superhero team-ups in the comics wasn't to create a new great-selling title, but to use the better-selling characters --- Batman and Superman --- to draw readership toward the lesser-sellers.

Teams conceived as teams --- the X-Men and the Fantastic Four --- always made more compelling reading than dream teams like the Avengers and the Justice League, where getting all those guys in one room under any but the most dire universe-threatening circumstances would be a monumental waste of resources.

Edited September 20, 2007 by Guest

[nymr83]

The project is so complicated -- and casting dependent -- that even those deeply involved in the project are holding their breath until production begins. �They�re working very hard to get it to happen,� said one party close to the project. �But there are so many characters it�s complicated.�

what makes this any more complicated or difficult than the X-men movies or Fantastic Four?

[Vic Sage]

what makes this any more complicated or difficult than the X-men movies or Fantastic Four?

the fact that 2 of the JLA, superman and batman, are currently featured in their own series of films. they probably need to coordinate productions and storylines (and possibly casts) so they don't conflict with each other.

[Edgy MD]

Of course.

And Wonder Woman is still in the pipeline, presumably. Do you want to introduce her as part of the team, or in her own feature? Would it detract from her own feature or add to it? Can they stick a contemporary WW in the Justice League and World War II WW in her own serial and not confuse audiences too much.

Does Batman as conceived in Batman Begins exist in a universe without superpowers and Superman? This is key shit.

[Benjamin Grimm]

Marvel is also planning to start tying their movies together. Avengers is in the works, but expected to follow Iron Man and Thor and, I think, Captain America.

I think it's an okay idea. Part of the fun of the Marvel Universe is how it all overlaps. Movie audiences need to be eased into that, however. Launching them into a full-blown Marvel Universe would require too much suspension of disbelief. (Imagine working all those different origins into one film.)

DC has the advantage that their heroes are more familiar. They may be able to get away with introducing Flash and Green Lantern and Aquaman without going into their origins. (Much of the audience already knows who they are.) But seeing a bunch of guys in outlandish costumes sitting around a conference room table waiting for evil to strike will look nutty no matter what. Such a movie would probably be better as a high-end computer animated feature. (Easier to suspend the disbelief.)

And I agree with what Edgy said above about superteams like X-Men, FF, and Doom Patrol compared with conglomerate teams like Justice League, Avengers, and Defenders.

And one more thing: I want an Invaders movie!

[soupcan]

Yancy Street Gang wrote: And one more thing: I want an Invaders movie!

I'd prefer a WWII era flick that focuses pretty much on the Captain.

[Benjamin Grimm]

That would be fine, too. (Would you include Bucky Barnes?)

[Guest Johnny Dickshot]

What would make a zillion peanuts would be SuperFriends: The Movie.

[Vic Sage]

"Superfriends" blows monkey chunks.

[Guest Johnny Dickshot]

Yeah but $$$$$.

[Vic Sage]

revised 12/21/07

update on comic book/superhero live feature adaptations currently in production:

Iron Man (May 2, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION
dir Jon Favreau, with Robert Downey, Terrence Howard, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jeff Bridges, and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick fury.
"Based on the Marvel Comics Character; Billionaire playboy industrialist Tony Stark makes weapons for the U.S. government. While out on a field test of one of his inventions, he is wounded, captured and forced to make weapons for the enemy. Instead, he fashions himself a crude power armor to save his life and facilitate his escape. When he returns home, he revises his armor and finds purpose as the Armored Avenger Iron Man!"

The Incredible Hulk (June 13, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION
dir Louis Leterrier, script Zak Penn, with Edward Norton & Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, William Hurt.
Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) living in shadows, scours the planet for an antidote. Upon returning to civilization, he is pursued by The Abomination (Tim Roth) -- a beast whose powers match The Hulk's own. Banner must call upon the hero within to rescue New York City from total destruction.

Hellboy 2: The Golden Army (July 11, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION
dir/script Del Toro, with Ron Perlman.
Guillermo Del Toro and Mike Mignola have both been stated saying that they would love to complete the Hellboy trilogy off with a third film. However, if Hellboy 2 does not suceed in the theaters, they will make sure the Two-Disk Special Edition will indeed have a proper and suitable ending to relieve any questions of a third film.

The Dark Knight (July 18, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION
"Batman (Christian Bale) raises the stakes in his war on crime in Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight." With the help of Lieutenant Jim Gordon (Gary Oldman) and District Attorney Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart), Batman sets out to dismantle the remaining criminal organizations that plague the city streets. The partnership proves to be effective, but they soon find themselves prey to a reign of chaos unleashed by a rising criminal mastermind known to the terrified citizens of Gotham as The Joker (Heath Ledger)."

The rumored third Batman film is to be called "Shadow of the Bat" and is likely to be released in 2011.

Punisher War Zone (Sept 12, 2008) - fILMING NOW
dir Lexi Alexander, scr Holloway/Marcum, with Ray Stephenson replacing Tom Jane.
"Continuing his crusade to punish violent criminals in America, former FBI agent Frank Castle arrives in New York to take on a underworld boss who plots to take control of the underworld."

The Spirit (Jan 16, 2009)- FILMING NOW
Writer/Director Frank Miller, with Gabriel Macht, Eva Mendes, Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson.
"Rookie cop Denny Colt returns from the beyond as The Spirit, a hero whose mission is to fight against the bad forces in Central City."

Watchmen (MARCH 6, 2009) - FILMING NOW
dir Zack Snyder, scrpt Alex Tse/ David Hayter;with Matthew Goode/Ozymandias, Billy Crudup/Dr. Manhattan, Jackie Earle Haley/Rorschach, Carla Gugino/Silk Spectre
"Based on the landmark Alan Moore comic book series... In a gritty and alternate 1985 the glory days of costumed vigilantes have been brought to a close by a government crackdown, but after one of the masked veterans is brutally murdered an investigation into the killer is initiated. The reunited heroes set out to prevent their own destruction, but in doing so discover a deeper and far more diabolical plot."

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currently in pre-production:

The Flash (2008) - PRE-PRODUCTION
dir: David Dobkin / script David Goyer
While touring the crime scene lab of his uncle, Barry Allen, teenager Wally West is doused in chemicals after a lightning bolt strikes them, which enables him to run faster than any other human being on earth. Becoming the Flash, Wally sets out to protect the people of his city from the villainous threats that arise

JLA (2010) - PRE-PRODUCTION
dir: George Miller / script: Kieran & Michele Mulroney
Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, the Flash and other superheroes unite to to fight against evil forces.

Sin City 2 (2008) - PRE-PRODUCTION
aka "A Dame To Kill For"; Miller/Rodriguez
"The film's plot follows multiple storylines: "A Dame to Kill For" is a prequel to "The Big Fat Kill", and follows Dwight (Clive Owen) and his former love Ava Lord (Rachel Weisz), who betrayed him and ended their relationship for a wealthier man. After Ava frames Dwight for the murder of her husband, he seeks to clear his name, with help from Marv. Another storyline follows Nancy (Jessica Alba) as she grieves the death of Detective Hartigan, after the events of "That Yellow Bastard". "

Sin City 3 (2009) - PRE-PRODUCTION
Miller/Rodriguez.
On a dark night in Sin City, an ex-Navy SEAL named Wallace (Johnny Depp?)saved a young woman, Esther, from killing herself. After a night on the town, she was kidnapped by mysterious people. May God have mercy on those who stand in Wallace's way...

Thor (2009) - PRE-PRODUCTION
dir Matthew Vaughn, script Mark Protosevich, with Kevin McKidd (?)
"Partially disabled medical student Dr. Donald Blake discovers his heretofore unknown alter ego, the Norse warrior, Thor."

X-MEN ORIGINS: Wolverine (May 1, 2009) - PRE-PRODUCTION
dir Gavin Hood; script David Benoiff, with Hugh Jackman, Brian Cox, Ken Watanabe. This is a prequel to the X-Men series.
"The mutant known as Wolverine breaks off into his off spin-off film from the successful X-MEN! franchise. Hugh Jackman (X1, X2, Van Helsing) returns as Logan/ Wolverine-A mutant with regenerative powers, three claws on each hand and a skeleton all laced with the rare metal known as adamantium. Logan struggles to find the secrets to his past. After learning little information through the help of Charles Xavier (X2's Patrick Stewart), Logan takes his search even further by learning the full truth of his origin, while also heading in a bold, new direction."

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projects that have been announced or are in development:

Captain America (July, 2009) -ANNOUNCED
script by David Self; director Nick Cassavetes; production is expected to begin by mid-2008
Based on the Marvel Comics character from the second World War, a mild-mannered young soldier named Steve Rogers volunteers for a special Super Soldier program for the US Army. Donning the colors of Old Glory, Captain America leapt into the hearts and souls of every American bringing hope and justice to a war-weary nation.

Deathlok (2008) - ANNOUNCED
Script by Raven Metzner, rewrite by David Self.
A man unwittingly finds himself the subject of an experiment which slowly turns him into a cyborg, with computer and robotic parts replacing nearly his entire body...

Ghost Rider 2 (2009) - ANNOUNCED. No info available.

Ghost Who Walks, The (2009) - ANNOUNCED
The Phantom, script by DeSouza

Green Hornet (2009) - ANNOUNCED. No info available.

Hands of Shang-Chi, The (2009) - ANNOUNCED
dir W-P Yuen, script McKenna bros.
Based on the Marvel Comics hero, a young Kung-Fu master learns his father is the world's worst criminal

Iron Fist (2008) - ANNOUNCED
dir Steve Carr, script John Turman, with Ray Park.
"A martial artist fights evil with his consummate fighting skill backed with the ability to strike with a punch of superhuman force."

Luke Cage (2009) - ANNOUNCED
dir John Singleton, script Ben Ramsay, with Tyrese Gibson
The comic book adaptation is about a former gang member who is framed for a crime he didn't commit. In prison, he volunteers for a medical experiment that goes awry, giving him superstrength and bulletproof skin. Using his newfound powers, Luke Cage escapes and becomes a hero for hire.


Shazam! (2009) - ANNOUNCED
dir Peter Segal, script William Goldman/John August, with The Rock as "Black Adam"
Young Billy Batson finds himself gifted with the power of the wizard Shazam to fight against the forces of evil. With the wisdom of Solomon, the strength of Hercules, the stamina of Atlas, the power of Zeus, the courage of Achilles and speed of Mercury, he is the holder of the power of S.H.A.Z.A.M; he is Captain Marvel.

Silver Surfer (2009) - ANNOUNCED
dir Alex Proyas; scrpt JM Straczynski; a spinoff from FF 2

Spider-Man 4 (2009) - ANNOUNCED
script: James Vanderbilt

Superman: The Man of Steel (June, 2009) - ANNOUNCED
followup, dir Bryan Singer, with same cast as "Superman Returns".

Wonder Woman (2009) - ANNOUNCED
Joss Whedon off project

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not much info:

Ant-Man - IN DEVELOPMENT
writers Edward Wright & Joe Cornish, and director Edgar Wright

The Avengers -IN DEVELOPMENT
Writer Zak Penn

Nick Fury (2008) - ANNOUNCED

Sgt. Rock (2008) - ANNOUNCED. no info

Sub-Mariner (2010) - ANNOUNCED. no info.

Teen Titans (2009) - IN DEVELOPMENT

Witchblade, The (2009) - ANNOUNCED

[Edgy MD]

Jackie Earle Fucking Haley.

[Benjamin Grimm]

Edgy DC wrote: Jackie Earle Fucking Haley.

Any relation to the Tin Man?


I bet a bunch of these pre-production movies end up getting delayed because of the writer's strike. I'm pretty sure that Thor, for example, is ready for the screenwriter, but he can't get started until the strike is settled.

[soupcan]

I like Kevin McKidd as Thor.

[Vic Sage]

revised 3/24/08

update on comic book/superhero live feature adaptations currently in post-production:

Iron Man (May 2, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION
dir Jon Favreau, with Robert Downey, Terrence Howard, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jeff Bridges, and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick fury.
"Based on the Marvel Comics Character; Billionaire playboy industrialist Tony Stark makes weapons for the U.S. government. While out on a field test of one of his inventions, he is wounded, captured and forced to make weapons for the enemy. Instead, he fashions himself a crude power armor to save his life and facilitate his escape. When he returns home, he revises his armor and finds purpose as the Armored Avenger Iron Man!"

The Incredible Hulk (June 13, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION
dir Louis Leterrier, script Zak Penn, with Edward Norton & Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, William Hurt.
Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) living in shadows, scours the planet for an antidote. Upon returning to civilization, he is pursued by The Abomination (Tim Roth) -- a beast whose powers match The Hulk's own. Banner must call upon the hero within to rescue New York City from total destruction.

Hellboy 2: The Golden Army (July 11, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION
dir/script Del Toro, with Ron Perlman.
Guillermo Del Toro and Mike Mignola have both been stated saying that they would love to complete the Hellboy trilogy off with a third film. However, if Hellboy 2 does not suceed in the theaters, they will make sure the Two-Disk Special Edition will indeed have a proper and suitable ending to relieve any questions of a third film.

The Dark Knight (July 18, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION.
Also being releases in IMAX version.
"Batman (Christian Bale) raises the stakes in his war on crime in Christopher Nolan's "The Dark Knight." With the help of Lieutenant Jim Gordon (Gary Oldman) and District Attorney Harvey Dent (Aaron Eckhart), Batman sets out to dismantle the remaining criminal organizations that plague the city streets. The partnership proves to be effective, but they soon find themselves prey to a reign of chaos unleashed by a rising criminal mastermind known to the terrified citizens of Gotham as The Joker (Heath Ledger)."

The rumored third Batman film is to be called "Shadow of the Bat" and is likely to be released in 2011.

Punisher War Zone (Sept 12, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION
dir Lexi Alexander, scr Holloway/Marcum, with Ray Stephenson replacing Tom Jane.
"Waging his one-man war on the world of organized crime, ruthless vigilante-hero Frank Castle sets his sights on overeager mob boss Billy Russoti. After Russoti is left horribly disfigured by Castle, he sets out for vengeance under his new alias: Jigsaw. With the "Punisher Task Force" hot on his trail and the FBI unable to take Jigsaw in, Frank must stand up to the formidable army that Jigsaw has recruited before more of his evil deeds go unpunished."

Will Eisner's "The Spirit" (Jan 16, 2009)- POST-PRODUCTION
Writer/Director Frank Miller, with Gabriel Macht, Eva Mendes, Scarlett Johansson, Samuel L. Jackson.
"Rookie cop Denny Colt returns from the beyond as The Spirit, a hero whose mission is to fight against the bad forces in Central City."

The Watchmen (MARCH 6, 2009) - POST-PRODUCTION
dir Zack Snyder, scrpt Alex Tse/ David Hayter; with Matthew Goode / Ozymandias, Billy Crudup / Dr. Manhattan, Jackie Earle Haley / Rorschach, Carla Gugino / Silk Spectre
"Based on the landmark Alan Moore comic book series... In a gritty and alternate 1985 the glory days of costumed vigilantes have been brought to a close by a government crackdown, but after one of the masked veterans is brutally murdered an investigation into the killer is initiated. The reunited heroes set out to prevent their own destruction, but in doing so discover a deeper and far more diabolical plot."

--------------------------------------------

currently in pre-production:

The Flash (2008) - PRE-PRODUCTION
dir: David Dobkin / script David Goyer, Chris Brancato, Craig Wright
While touring the crime scene lab of his uncle, Barry Allen, teenager Wally West is doused in chemicals after a lightning bolt strikes them, which enables him to run faster than any other human being on earth. Becoming the Flash, Wally sets out to protect the people of his city from the villainous threats that arise

Sin City 2 (2008) - PRE-PRODUCTION
aka "A Dame To Kill For"; Miller/Rodriguez
"The film's plot follows multiple storylines: "A Dame to Kill For" is a prequel to "The Big Fat Kill", and follows Dwight (Clive Owen) and his former love Ava Lord (Rachel Weisz), who betrayed him and ended their relationship for a wealthier man. After Ava frames Dwight for the murder of her husband, he seeks to clear his name, with help from Marv. Another storyline follows Nancy (Jessica Alba) as she grieves the death of Detective Hartigan, after the events of "That Yellow Bastard". "

Sin City 3 (2009) - PRE-PRODUCTION
Miller/Rodriguez.
On a dark night in Sin City, an ex-Navy SEAL named Wallace (Johnny Depp?)saved a young woman, Esther, from killing herself. After a night on the town, she was kidnapped by mysterious people. May God have mercy on those who stand in Wallace's way...

Justice League Mortal (2009) - PRE-PRODUCTION
dir: George Miller / script: Kieran & Michele Mulroney
Green Arrow, Green Lantern, and others of the JLA must deal with the explusion of Batman and the death of Superman at the hands of the monsterous Doomsday.

Thor (2009) - PRE-PRODUCTION
dir Matthew Vaughn, script Mark Protosevich, with Kevin McKidd (?)
"Partially disabled medical student Dr. Donald Blake discovers his heretofore unknown alter ego, the Norse warrior, Thor."

X-MEN ORIGINS: Wolverine (May 1, 2009) - PRE-PRODUCTION
dir Gavin Hood; script David Benoiff, with Hugh Jackman, Brian Cox, Ken Watanabe. This is a prequel to the X-Men series.
"The mutant known as Wolverine breaks off into his off spin-off film from the successful X-MEN! franchise. Hugh Jackman (X1, X2, Van Helsing) returns as Logan/ Wolverine-A mutant with regenerative powers, three claws on each hand and a skeleton all laced with the rare metal known as adamantium. Logan struggles to find the secrets to his past. After learning little information through the help of Charles Xavier (X2's Patrick Stewart), Logan takes his search even further by learning the full truth of his origin, while also heading in a bold, new direction."

Billy Batson & the Legend of Shazam (2009) - PRE-PRODUCTION
dir Peter Segal, script William Goldman, John August, Bryan Goluboff
with The Rock as "Black Adam"
Young Billy Batson finds himself gifted with the power of the wizard Shazam to fight against the forces of evil. With the wisdom of Solomon, the strength of Hercules, the stamina of Atlas, the power of Zeus, the courage of Achilles and speed of Mercury, he is the holder of the power of S.H.A.Z.A.M; he is Captain Marvel.

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projects that have been announced or are in development:

The Avengers (2009) -ANNOUNCED
Writer Zak Penn
When Captain America is awakened from an icey prison, and some of the greatest evils earth has seen are born, the Avengers go into action. Captain America, Iron-Man, Hulk, Wasp, Ant-Man and Thor. Will they be able to stop the likes of Loki and the Masters of Evil?

Captain America (July, 2009) -ANNOUNCED
script by David Self; director Nick Cassavetes; production is expected to begin by mid-2008
Based on the Marvel Comics character from the second World War, a mild-mannered young soldier named Steve Rogers volunteers for a special Super Soldier program for the US Army. Donning the colors of Old Glory, Captain America leapt into the hearts and souls of every American bringing hope and justice to a war-weary nation.

Deathlok (2008) - ANNOUNCED
Script by Raven Metzner, rewrite by David Self.
A man unwittingly finds himself the subject of an experiment which slowly turns him into a cyborg, with computer and robotic parts replacing nearly his entire body...

Ghost Who Walks, The (2009) - ANNOUNCED
The Phantom, script by DeSouza

Hands of Shang-Chi, The (2009) - ANNOUNCED
dir W-P Yuen, script McKenna bros.
Based on the Marvel Comics hero, a young Kung-Fu master learns his father is the world's worst criminal

Iron Fist (2008) - ANNOUNCED
dir Steve Carr, script John Turman, with Ray Park.
"A martial artist fights evil with his consummate fighting skill backed with the ability to strike with a punch of superhuman force."

Luke Cage (2009) - ANNOUNCED
dir John Singleton, script Ben Ramsay, with Tyrese Gibson
The comic book adaptation is about a former gang member who is framed for a crime he didn't commit. In prison, he volunteers for a medical experiment that goes awry, giving him superstrength and bulletproof skin. Using his newfound powers, Luke Cage escapes and becomes a hero for hire.

Silver Surfer (2009) - ANNOUNCED
dir Alex Proyas; scrpt JM Straczynski; a spinoff from FF 2
"After saveing planet earth, (Norrin Radd) The Silver Surfer must now race back to planet Zenn-La & stop Galactus from destroying his home world out of revenge for betraying him."

Spider-Man 4 (2009) - ANNOUNCED
script: James Vanderbilt

Superman: The Man of Steel (June, 2009) - ANNOUNCED
followup, dir Bryan Singer, with same cast as "Superman Returns".

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not much info:

Ant-Man - IN DEVELOPMENT
writers Edward Wright & Joe Cornish, and director Edgar Wright

Ghost Rider 2 (2009) - ANNOUNCED. No info available.

Green Hornet (2009) - ANNOUNCED. No info available.

Metal Men (2010) - ANNOUNCED. no info

Nick Fury (2008) - ANNOUNCED

Sgt. Rock (2008) - ANNOUNCED. no info

Sub-Mariner (2010) - ANNOUNCED. no info.

Wonder Woman (2009) - ANNOUNCED

Teen Titans (2009) - ANNOUNCED. no info.

Witchblade, The (2009) - ANNOUNCED

[Guest Rockin' Doc]

Captain America (July, 2009) -ANNOUNCED
script by David Self; director Nick Cassavetes; production is expected to begin by mid-2008
Based on the Marvel Comics character from the second World War, a mild-mannered young soldier named Steve Rogers volunteers for a special Super Soldier program for the US Army. Donning the colors of Old Glory, Captain America leapt into the hearts and souls of every American bringing hope and justice to a war-weary nation.

They forgot the J in Captain America's name. I guess we will all have to show a little more respect to SJR now that his secret identity has been outed.

[TransMonk]

Vic Sage wrote: The Incredible Hulk (June 13, 2008) - POST-PRODUCTION dir Louis Leterrier, script Zak Penn, with Edward Norton & Liv Tyler, Tim Roth, William Hurt. Bruce Banner (Edward Norton) living in shadows, scours the planet for an antidote. Upon returning to civilization, he is pursued by The Abomination (Tim Roth) -- a beast whose powers match The Hulk's own. Banner must call upon the hero within to rescue New York City from total destruction.

Didn't they do the Hulk thing like 5 years ago? It does not look like this is a sequel, so did they just take a mulligan on that $137,000,000 piece of crap? I don't follow comic movies all that much, but shouldn't there be rule about this, or at least a waiting period before trying again?

[Benjamin Grimm]

You're right, they're pretty much pretending the first Hulk movie didn't happen.

I don't see any reason for a "rule" preventing such a thing. The 2003 Hulk movie was horrendous. I want a good Hulk movie, and at least we're getting a second chance at one.

I'm more excited about Iron Man, though. Then Hulk, then Dark Knight.

[nymr83]

that hulk movie was, imo, the worst comic book movie ever. i hope they don't screw up the mulligan as well.

[Guest sharpie]

Buzz on the new Hulk is pretty bad.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/04/10/movies/10hulk.html?_r=1&st=cse&sq=hulk+movie&scp=1&oref=slogin

[Guest AG/DC]

The monster was mute in Mr. Lee�s film, but this one speaks, a nod to the campy 1978-82 television series that starred Bill Bixby and the bodybuilder Lou Ferrigno (resplendent in green body paint).

Ferrigno's Hulk never spoke.

I agree that a fake looking Hulk is an underwhelming movie. With all the pumped up guys out there, I don't know why they don't take the TV show's notion of shooting a bodybuilder and using trick photography to make him look bigger, except doing it much much better.

Hulk shouldn't grow to nine feet. Seven to eight feet is fine. It's hard to imagine him going beyond a seven-and-a-half-footer and still keeping his pants.

[TransMonk]

AG/DC wrote: It's hard to imagine him going beyond a seven-and-a-half-footer and still keeping his pants.

Of all the things about The Incredible Hulk (and comic movies in general) that are hard to imagine...

[Guest sharpie]

In the comics it always looked like when Bruce Banner turned into the Hulk his pants always got tore up into Hulk-shorts which always made we wonder about Banner's wardrobe costs -- he can't wear cheap pants to work in that lab.

[Benjamin Grimm]

I always wondered about his wardrobe tastes.

I never see anyone wearing purple pants, yet that's the only thing Banner ever wore. He must get them in bulk discount or something.