Comic and graphic novel publisher Idw has set six of its books to be developed into television projects with showrunners attached to each. The series in development include “Bacchus,” “Dragon Puncher & Spoony,” “Korgi,” “Lodger,” “Relic of the Dragon” and “Satellite Falling.”
Based on Eddie Campbell’s graphic novel published by Idw’s Top Shelf Productions, “Bacchus” will be written and executive produced by Will Davies and Chloe Moss. The drama series drops the gods of ancient Greece into present day as if they had never left.
Development will be led by Idw’s vice president of live action, Jonny Gutman, and director of live action, Julie Winograd. Davies is repped by UTA, 42 and Jackoway, Austen, Tyerman, Wertheimer, Mandelbaum, Morris, Bernstein, Trattner & Klein. Moss is repped by 42.
“Dragon Puncher & Spoony” will be showrun and executive produced by Holly Huckins. Based on the Top Shelf book by James Kochalka, the comedy...
Based on Eddie Campbell’s graphic novel published by Idw’s Top Shelf Productions, “Bacchus” will be written and executive produced by Will Davies and Chloe Moss. The drama series drops the gods of ancient Greece into present day as if they had never left.
Development will be led by Idw’s vice president of live action, Jonny Gutman, and director of live action, Julie Winograd. Davies is repped by UTA, 42 and Jackoway, Austen, Tyerman, Wertheimer, Mandelbaum, Morris, Bernstein, Trattner & Klein. Moss is repped by 42.
“Dragon Puncher & Spoony” will be showrun and executive produced by Holly Huckins. Based on the Top Shelf book by James Kochalka, the comedy...
- 11/30/2022
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
Aaron Stewart-Ahn, writer of Mandy (yes… That Mandy), discusses a few of his favorite films with hosts Josh Olson and Joe Dante.
Show Notes: Movies Referenced In This Episode
Mandy (2018)
The ’Burbs (1989) – Ti West’s trailer commentary, Tfh’s ’Burbs Mania
Explorers (1985)
The Sword and the Sorcerer (1982)
Cyborg (1990)
Masters Of The Universe (1987) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary
Down Twisted (1987)
Rumble In The Bronx (1996)
Green Book (2018)
Hellraiser (1987)
Nemesis (1992)
Heat (1995)
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind a.k.a. Warriors of the Wind (1984)
Princess Mononoke (1997)
Star Wars (1977)
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
Dune (1984)
Blue Velvet (1986) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary, Charlie Largent’s Criterion Blu-ray review
Waterworld (1995)
Super Mario Bros. (1993)
Gremlins (1984) – Glenn Erickson’s 4K Blu-ray review, Tfh’s 30th anniversary celebration
Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
Do The Right Thing (1989) – Allan Arkush’s trailer commentary
Minari (2020)
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) – Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray review...
Show Notes: Movies Referenced In This Episode
Mandy (2018)
The ’Burbs (1989) – Ti West’s trailer commentary, Tfh’s ’Burbs Mania
Explorers (1985)
The Sword and the Sorcerer (1982)
Cyborg (1990)
Masters Of The Universe (1987) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary
Down Twisted (1987)
Rumble In The Bronx (1996)
Green Book (2018)
Hellraiser (1987)
Nemesis (1992)
Heat (1995)
Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind a.k.a. Warriors of the Wind (1984)
Princess Mononoke (1997)
Star Wars (1977)
The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
Dune (1984)
Blue Velvet (1986) – Josh Olson’s trailer commentary, Charlie Largent’s Criterion Blu-ray review
Waterworld (1995)
Super Mario Bros. (1993)
Gremlins (1984) – Glenn Erickson’s 4K Blu-ray review, Tfh’s 30th anniversary celebration
Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990)
Do The Right Thing (1989) – Allan Arkush’s trailer commentary
Minari (2020)
Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) – Glenn Erickson’s Blu-ray review...
- 11/29/2022
- by Kris Millsap
- Trailers from Hell
If one knows anything about filmmaker Kevin Smith, it's that he loves "Star Wars." Also superhero comics. He is an old-school Gen-x pop culture nerd. If the Death Star conversation in his 1994 film "Clerks" wasn't enough evidence, the constant Marvel Comics references in his 1995 film "Mallrats" ought to clinch it. Smith was even able to secure a cameo from Stan Lee, playing himself. Lee, reading from a script Smith wrote, got to brag about how he has had more sex partners than Mick Jagger. Then, not to be outdone, "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back" -- notice the title -- featured a cameo from Mark Hamill, also playing himself. He appears in costume as a movie superhero named ... well, his name cannot be printed in a safe-for-work website.
But Smith is more than a mere fanboy. He's involved. The filmmaker has repeatedly been involved with "Star Wars" side projects, and...
But Smith is more than a mere fanboy. He's involved. The filmmaker has repeatedly been involved with "Star Wars" side projects, and...
- 10/8/2022
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
You probably don’t realize it, but we are currently in an animated music video renaissance. From the beautiful nightmares served up by DyE’s “Fantasy” to The Strokes’ incredible Heavy Metal homage “At the Door,” contemporary animated clips have been pushing the limits of music video storytelling.
Then there’s the throwback majesty of Wooze’s “Huge Axeman.” The latest single from the British/Korean duo of Jamie She and Theo Spark, the funky new wave-flavored jam sounds like Devo overdosing on Adderall. Wooze formed in England in 2017, but with this tune — a highlight from their new EP The Magnificent Eleven — the group may be poised for global, make that intergalactic, success. A huge reason for this is the video for “Huge Axeman” which was hand-animated by She over a period of six months.
Appropriately, the clip finds buff versions of the duo taking on enemies that feel more...
Then there’s the throwback majesty of Wooze’s “Huge Axeman.” The latest single from the British/Korean duo of Jamie She and Theo Spark, the funky new wave-flavored jam sounds like Devo overdosing on Adderall. Wooze formed in England in 2017, but with this tune — a highlight from their new EP The Magnificent Eleven — the group may be poised for global, make that intergalactic, success. A huge reason for this is the video for “Huge Axeman” which was hand-animated by She over a period of six months.
Appropriately, the clip finds buff versions of the duo taking on enemies that feel more...
- 10/3/2022
- by Chris Cummins
- Den of Geek
"Masters of the Universe: Revelation"- Part 2 from Mattel Television and Powerhouse Animation, streams November 23, 2021 on Netflix:
"...in a radical return to 'Eternia', 'Revelation' is a direct sequel series to the classic era of 'Masters of the Universe'.
"Featuring fan favorites 'He-Man', 'Orko', 'Cringer' and 'Man-At-Arms', the continuing story pits our heroic warriors and guardians of 'Castle Grayskull'...
"...against 'Skeletor', 'Evil-Lyn', 'Beast Man...
"...and the vile legions of 'Snake Mountain'.
"But after a ferocious final battle forever fractures Eternia, it's up to 'Teela'...
"... to solve the mystery of the missing 'Sword of Power' in a race against time.
"Her journey will uncover the secrets of Grayskull at last..."
Under the direction of executive producer Lou Scheimer, the original Filmation cartoon "He-Man and the Masters Of The Universe", debuted September 5, 1983 with the episode "The Diamond Ray of Disappearance".
Running through 2 seasons, "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe...
"...in a radical return to 'Eternia', 'Revelation' is a direct sequel series to the classic era of 'Masters of the Universe'.
"Featuring fan favorites 'He-Man', 'Orko', 'Cringer' and 'Man-At-Arms', the continuing story pits our heroic warriors and guardians of 'Castle Grayskull'...
"...against 'Skeletor', 'Evil-Lyn', 'Beast Man...
"...and the vile legions of 'Snake Mountain'.
"But after a ferocious final battle forever fractures Eternia, it's up to 'Teela'...
"... to solve the mystery of the missing 'Sword of Power' in a race against time.
"Her journey will uncover the secrets of Grayskull at last..."
Under the direction of executive producer Lou Scheimer, the original Filmation cartoon "He-Man and the Masters Of The Universe", debuted September 5, 1983 with the episode "The Diamond Ray of Disappearance".
Running through 2 seasons, "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe...
- 10/22/2021
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
(Welcome to ...And More, our no-frills, zero B.S. guide to when and where you can watch upcoming movies and shows, and everything else you could possibly stand to know.)
Netflix continued the adventures of "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe" earlier this year with the release of "Masters of the Universe: Revelation." While the show seemingly divided critics and fans, it did bring new life to the franchise and connected back to its heyday in the '80s. But He-Man and Skeletor still have a beef to settle, with the second batch of episodes on the way later this year to resolve...
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Netflix continued the adventures of "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe" earlier this year with the release of "Masters of the Universe: Revelation." While the show seemingly divided critics and fans, it did bring new life to the franchise and connected back to its heyday in the '80s. But He-Man and Skeletor still have a beef to settle, with the second batch of episodes on the way later this year to resolve...
The post Masters of the Universe: Revelation Part 2: Release Date, Cast, and More appeared first on /Film.
- 10/21/2021
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Part 2 of the animated TV series "Masters of the Universe: Revelation" from Mattel Television and Powerhouse Animation, streams November 23, 2021 on Netflix:
"...in a radical return to 'Eternia', 'Revelation' is a direct sequel series to the classic era of 'Masters of the Universe'.
"Featuring fan favorites 'He-Man', 'Orko', 'Cringer' and 'Man-At-Arms', the continuing story pits our heroic warriors and guardians of 'Castle Grayskull'...
"...against 'Skeletor', 'Evil-Lyn', 'Beast Man...
"...and the vile legions of 'Snake Mountain'.
"But after a ferocious final battle forever fractures Eternia, it's up to 'Teela'...
"... to solve the mystery of the missing 'Sword of Power' in a race against time.
"Her journey will uncover the secrets of Grayskull at last..."
Under the direction of executive producer Lou Scheimer, the original Filmation cartoon "He-Man and the Masters Of The Universe", debuted September 5, 1983 with the episode "The Diamond Ray of Disappearance".
Running through 2 seasons,...
"...in a radical return to 'Eternia', 'Revelation' is a direct sequel series to the classic era of 'Masters of the Universe'.
"Featuring fan favorites 'He-Man', 'Orko', 'Cringer' and 'Man-At-Arms', the continuing story pits our heroic warriors and guardians of 'Castle Grayskull'...
"...against 'Skeletor', 'Evil-Lyn', 'Beast Man...
"...and the vile legions of 'Snake Mountain'.
"But after a ferocious final battle forever fractures Eternia, it's up to 'Teela'...
"... to solve the mystery of the missing 'Sword of Power' in a race against time.
"Her journey will uncover the secrets of Grayskull at last..."
Under the direction of executive producer Lou Scheimer, the original Filmation cartoon "He-Man and the Masters Of The Universe", debuted September 5, 1983 with the episode "The Diamond Ray of Disappearance".
Running through 2 seasons,...
- 10/12/2021
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
The Masters of the Universe franchise is experiencing a major resurgence, with three new series on Netflix after a drought of animated content after the 2002 Motu series ended in 2004. The new era has been an altogether unexpected one for the franchise. Leading off with a new version of She-Ra, a character not seen in animation since the ‘80s, the show boldly aimed its stories at a new and more diverse group of viewers. Even with its eschewing of direct connections to He-Man the show delighted in its references and use of the wider Motu mythology.
Then we got Masters of the Universe: Revelation. Where many updates of old franchises simply take concepts and do a modern take on them, Revelation instead was a love letter to fans of the franchise. It wasn’t a reboot of He-Man, it was a continuation of the original show. It was filled to the brim with references and callbacks,...
Then we got Masters of the Universe: Revelation. Where many updates of old franchises simply take concepts and do a modern take on them, Revelation instead was a love letter to fans of the franchise. It wasn’t a reboot of He-Man, it was a continuation of the original show. It was filled to the brim with references and callbacks,...
- 9/20/2021
- by Shamus Kelley
- Den of Geek
This weekly feature is in addition to TVLine’s daily What to Watch listings and monthly guide to What’s on Streaming.
With nearly 500 scripted shows now airing across broadcast, cable and streaming, it’s easy to forget that a favorite comedy is returning, or that the new “prestige drama” you anticipated is about to debut. So consider this our reminder to set your DVR, order a Season Pass, pop a fresh Memorex into the Vcr… however it is you roll.
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With nearly 500 scripted shows now airing across broadcast, cable and streaming, it’s easy to forget that a favorite comedy is returning, or that the new “prestige drama” you anticipated is about to debut. So consider this our reminder to set your DVR, order a Season Pass, pop a fresh Memorex into the Vcr… however it is you roll.
More from TVLineSex Education Teases Otis and Maeve's Potential First Kiss in Season 3 TrailerBrooklyn Nine-Nine Recap: Big Changes for...
- 9/11/2021
- by Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
Don’t know if you’ve heard but Netflix is doing pretty well with their local language releases. Now, with its list of new releases for September 2021, Netflix is leading with one of its biggest international hits.
Season 5 of the worldwide smash Money Heist is set to premiere its first half on Sept. 3. This Spanish series (called La Casa de Papel in its native tongue) about a group of geographically-named thieves found new life on Netflix to become a global phenomenon. Other international series of note this month include Sex Education and Jaguar.
Netflix’s roster of originals in September 2021 is pretty packed even beyond that. The final season of Lucifer premieres on Sept. 10. That will be followed by He-Man and the Masters of the Universe on Sept. 16 (not to be confused with Masters of the Universe: Revelation) and Mike Flanagan’s next horror series, Midnight Mass, on Sept. 24.
There...
Season 5 of the worldwide smash Money Heist is set to premiere its first half on Sept. 3. This Spanish series (called La Casa de Papel in its native tongue) about a group of geographically-named thieves found new life on Netflix to become a global phenomenon. Other international series of note this month include Sex Education and Jaguar.
Netflix’s roster of originals in September 2021 is pretty packed even beyond that. The final season of Lucifer premieres on Sept. 10. That will be followed by He-Man and the Masters of the Universe on Sept. 16 (not to be confused with Masters of the Universe: Revelation) and Mike Flanagan’s next horror series, Midnight Mass, on Sept. 24.
There...
- 8/31/2021
- by Alec Bojalad
- Den of Geek
He-Man and the Masters of the Universe is headed to Netflix next month. The streaming service has now set a premiere date and released a preview for the revival of the popular 1980s animated series. Yuri Lowenthal, David Kaye, Grey Griffin, Antony Del Rio, Kimberly Brooks, Trevor Devall, Judy Alice Lee, Roger Craig Smith, Fred Tatasciore, Ben Diskin, Tom Kenny, Max Mitchell, and Max Stubington are featured as the voice cast of the series.
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- 8/23/2021
- by TVSeriesFinale.com
- TVSeriesFinale.com
Despite it being 2021 and not, say, 1984, there’s A Lot of Masters of the Universe in the pop culture panorama at the moment. Not only are toy aisles of major stores carrying its quasi-vintage-styled items—peddled to a new generation—brandishing the classic blue logo bursting through red rocks, but the streaming arena of Netflix is doubling down on the franchise, having first unveiled animated series Masters of the Universe: Revelation in July. Now, the second part of this double-header (which would have been a triple-header had recent live-action movie plans not fizzled), CG animated series He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, has heralded its imminent arrival with a trailer.
With just a quick glance at the He-Man and the Masters of the Universe trailer, it becomes quite clear that the series is not only a different take on the franchise, but a ground-up reinvention of the classic story—albeit one that,...
With just a quick glance at the He-Man and the Masters of the Universe trailer, it becomes quite clear that the series is not only a different take on the franchise, but a ground-up reinvention of the classic story—albeit one that,...
- 8/19/2021
- by Joseph Baxter
- Den of Geek
The new Mattel Television CG-animated TV series "He-Man and the Masters of the Universe", a companion to Kevin Smith's 2D "Masters of the Universe: Revelation" streams September 16, 2021 on Netflix:
"...on the planet of 'Eternia', a young lost prince discovers the powers of 'Grayskull' and transforms into 'He-Man, Master of the Universe'. The classic battle between 'He-Man' and evil 'Skeletor' rages to new heights as both hero and villain forge new and mighty teams. A new generation of heroes fighting for the fate of us all. In the end, who will become Master of the Universe?..."
The new series will be matched by a new "He-Man" toyline.
Click the images to enlarge...
"...on the planet of 'Eternia', a young lost prince discovers the powers of 'Grayskull' and transforms into 'He-Man, Master of the Universe'. The classic battle between 'He-Man' and evil 'Skeletor' rages to new heights as both hero and villain forge new and mighty teams. A new generation of heroes fighting for the fate of us all. In the end, who will become Master of the Universe?..."
The new series will be matched by a new "He-Man" toyline.
Click the images to enlarge...
- 8/19/2021
- by Unknown
- SneakPeek
It’s a good time to be a He-Man fan. After laying dormant for years, the fan-favorite property is in the midst of a massive revival and looks to gain a whole new generation of fans. Next on tap is Netflix’s He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, an animated show with a very kid-friendly tone and […]
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- 8/19/2021
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
[Editor’s note: The following post contains spoilers for “Masters of the Universe: Revelation.”]
Kevin Smith’s animated Netflix series “Masters of the Universe: Revelation” is the latest bit of franchise IP to become the victim of toxic fandom. Similar to Rian Johnson’s “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” Smith’s direct sequel series to “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe” (1983-85) is being review bombed on Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb and trolled on social media for taking the franchise in directions fans don’t agree (via Variety). A lot of the toxic backlash stems from Smith’s decision to seemingly kill off main characters He-Man and Skeletor in the pilot episode. The twist allows supporting characters like the female warrior Teela to assume lead roles as they search for magic that can bring He-Man back.
“I know there’s some people that are like, ‘Hey, man, this show’s woke,’” Smith told Variety about the backlash. “I’m like,...
Kevin Smith’s animated Netflix series “Masters of the Universe: Revelation” is the latest bit of franchise IP to become the victim of toxic fandom. Similar to Rian Johnson’s “Star Wars: The Last Jedi,” Smith’s direct sequel series to “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe” (1983-85) is being review bombed on Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb and trolled on social media for taking the franchise in directions fans don’t agree (via Variety). A lot of the toxic backlash stems from Smith’s decision to seemingly kill off main characters He-Man and Skeletor in the pilot episode. The twist allows supporting characters like the female warrior Teela to assume lead roles as they search for magic that can bring He-Man back.
“I know there’s some people that are like, ‘Hey, man, this show’s woke,’” Smith told Variety about the backlash. “I’m like,...
- 7/28/2021
- by Zack Sharf
- Indiewire
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