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Bryan Singer on Superman Sequel, "I’m going to take a brief pause."

Even when you ask Bryan Singer outright whether he will be returning to do the next Superman sequel, he STILL won't answer directly...
ComicBookMovie - 11/19/2008

Brandon Routh on Batman & "Dark" Superman

A revealing interview with Superman Returns actor Brandon Routh reveals his thoughts on the direction of the Superman movie franchise.
ComicBookMovie - 10/30/2008

Mark Millar Pitches his "Godfather-Like" Superman Movie Trilogy

Comics writer and recent movie-maker (Wanted and Kick-Ass) Mark Millar fills us in on what he wants to do for the Superman movie franchise--An epic 3-film, 8-hour story which follows the entire life of Kal-El from his birth on Krypton a thousand years ago, till he is the last being left on Earth.
ComicBookMovie - 10/29/2008

Rebooted Superman 6 May Still Star Brandon Routh

Even though Warner Bros. Pictures has decided on a "do-over" for the Superman franchise--dumping the vision and direction of Bryan Singer, Brandon Routh may still be kept as the famous man of steel in the reboot. DC Comics President Paul Levitz hinted this possibility in an interview with Latino Review.
ComicBookMovie - 10/13/2008

Sarah "Ursa" Douglas Disses Dead Reeve

English actress, Sarah Douglas, who played Kryptonian criminal "Ursa" in Superman II, feels free to defame Christopher Reeve now that he is dead--calling him "difficult" and "dull."
ComicBookMovie - 10/8/2008

Lex Luthor to be in 6th Superman Film... YET AGAIN!!!

You'd think after appearing as the villain in ALL 5 Superman films they would give Lex Luthor a rest--but no. According to actor Kevin Spacey, Warner Bros., "will be paying (Spacey) big bucks to reprise his role as Lex Luthor next year" in the 6th Superman movie.
ComicBookMovie - 10/3/2008

Kevin Anderson on Superman/Batman: "First Encounter" Part 2

In this exclusive interview conducted by Voices From Krypton, Kevin J. Anderson continues his preview of the followup to The Last Days of Krypton, First Encounter, which chronicles the first meeting between Superman and Batman
Leslie Moore - 9/23/2008

Cyclops Actor Explains Why "Superman Returns" Sucked

Ex-X-man James Marsden, who's mutant character, "Cyclops," was fried in X3, and who coincidentally played Lois Lane's non-super boyfriend in Superman Returns, tells us why the movie didn't fly with the fans.
Leslie Moore - 9/22/2008

VIDEO: Inflatable Superman Blows Himself Up

OK, so this may have NOTHING to do with comic book movies, but we can't NOT share this disturbing new trend with our loyal readers.
ComicBookMovie - 9/17/2008

Brendan Fraser Reflects on J.J. Abrams' Superman Script and Being Offered the Role of The Man of Steel

Our friends over at VoicesFromKrypton.com have snagged an awesome audio interview with Brendan Fraser where they probed his thoughts about the J.J. Abrams' Superman script, and learned how close he got to the part...
ComicBookMovie - 9/10/2008

New Superman Trilogy In the Works From Wanted Writer Mark Millar?

Warner Bros. may scrap plans for a sequel to Superman Returns and reboot the entire franchise, courtesy of one of the best comic book writers in the business, Mark Millar!
Brent Sprecher - 9/2/2008

Superman Reboot Confirmed by Warner Bros.

It's official, they are scrapping "Superman Returns" and pretending it never happened. WB President Jeff Robinov has announced that the studio is planning to start over, and reintroduce the man of steel--among other DC "tent-poles."
ComicBookMovie - 8/22/2008

Singer Cited for Stalling Superman Sequel

Variety updated us about the latest news concerning a Superman sequel. The bottom line, Warner Bros is still unsure about doing one.
ComicBookMovie - 8/19/2008

Saving Superman - Comic Book Creatives Try to Fix the Franchise

See what Mark Waid, Grant Morrison and Brad Meltzer think should be done with the man of steel to set it all straight. First, pretend Superman Returns never happened...
ComicBookMovie - 8/11/2008

Mark Millar Mentions More about Making a Superman Movie

Scottish graphic novelist Mark Millar, pumped from the success of "Wanted," is pushing hard to be the force behind an all-new Superman movie. Seems to be his life's dream. Will he succeed? And will Bryan Singer get the boot?
ComicBookMovie - 7/21/2008

Leterrier Teasing a Superman Movie?

After the shameless way Leterrier teased about Captain America in his Hulk movie, we've learned to take everything he says as blatant promotion.
ComicBookMovie - 7/10/2008

Another Superman Themed Ride Malfunctions - Beware the Curse!

The Six Flags superhero curse is real! 25 Riders barely escaped death on the Superman ride in Largo, MD.
ComicBookMovie - 7/4/2008

Will Smith Offered Superman Role Before Hancock!

Will reveals that he was asked to play the last son of Krypton prior to Hancock, but was quick to turn it down because he didn't think people would go for a race-revamped Superman.
ComicBookMovie - 7/4/2008

Superman Revamp On the Way!

CBM broke the story that Warner Bros was interested to see how The Incredible Hulk did because they were considering a redo of Superman, well now comes this news...
ComicBookMovie - 7/2/2008

Man of Steel Starts Up in 2009

Superman Returns star Brandon Routh told SCI FI Wire that he expects to be working on the next film installment, Superman: Man of Steel, with director Bryan Singer beginning early next year. "Of course, that's my timeline, not anyone else's," Routh said in an interview on May 2.
ComicBookMovie - 5/5/2008

Bryan Singer Confirmed Again to Be Returning to Superman

Superman: The Man of Steel will make it's way to the big screen with Bryan Singer taking the helm. Take the jump for more details on could be writing the script.
Cathie Horlick - 3/11/2008

Fans To Press WB For SUPERBOY DVDs

The Official Superboy DVD Campaign is in effect, with a new website, message board, promotional video, and plans for more to come.
Ryan Anthony - 3/11/2008

Superman Sequel Officially Delayed; Thus, Not Dead!

The other day we reported that Superman had at least some backing from Warner Bros., today we hear that it’s got just a little bit more.
Joshua S. Hill - 1/15/2008

Good news for Superman fans!

Finally, a solid word on the progress of 'Superman: The Man of Steel".
DaiQuan Cain - 1/13/2008

Superman's Brandon Routh Gets Hitched

It was a Thanksgiving weekend wedding for "Superman Returns" star Brandon Routh and Courtney Ford.
ComicBookMovie - 11/28/2007

Millar Not to Write next Superman Movie

Just the other day Brent reported that Mark Millar was hoping to write the Superman Returns sequel. Well, for Millar fans, it just isn’t going to happen. For the unexpected reason why not, take the jump!
Joshua S. Hill - 10/24/2007

Acclaimed Comic Writer Mark Millar Vying for Superman Returns Sequel

The much-anticipated sequel to Superman Returns, Superman: Man of Steel, may be written by comic scribe Mark Millar…if he has his way!
Brent Sprecher - 10/23/2007

'SUPERMAN RETURNS' writers won't script 'MAN OF STEEL'

Superman may 'Return' for The Man of Steel movie, but screenwriters Dougherty & Harris will not.
Ryan Anthony - 10/22/2007

SOUNDTRACK - Superman: Doomsday to be Released by La-La Land Records on October 23rd

Based on the Death of Superman Comic Book Trilogy, Superman: Doomsday Offers a fresh new look at the legendary hero, and the soundtrack music provides the pulsing heartbeat in this incredible drama!
ComicBookMovie - 10/17/2007

DVD: Superman Doomsday Arrives 9/18

If you were one of the the millions of comic book readers caught up in the Death of Superman in the 90's, you'll want to be the first to order your copy of the animated DVD of this historic storyline...
ComicBookMovie - 9/7/2007

Superman: Doomsday is 3 films in 1

The first act of the direct-to-DVD animated feature Superman: Doomsday is a movie in and of itself, according to its director.
Ryan Anthony - 8/29/2007

Two Villians for Superman in Superman: Man of Steel

Superman is going to have a fight in the next film.
Leslie Moore - 8/6/2007

Cain heads to Smallville

It’s finally happened... Dean Cain, star of the 90’s hit Lois and Clark, has finally been booked for the ironic guest appearance of his life.
Joshua S. Hill - 8/2/2007

MOVIE REVIEW: SUPERMAN DOOMSDAY

DC/Warner Bros. premiered their animated film SUPERMAN DOOMSDAY at Comic Con on July 26.
Cathie Horlick - 8/1/2007

Kevin Smith Cameo in Superman Doomsday

The upcoming direct to DVD Superman Doomsday movie wil feature a cameo by Kevin Smith.
Cathie Horlick - 7/25/2007

A first look at Smallville’s new Supergirl

She can fly! She can fly! And is she fly! As the first publicity photo of Laura Vandervoort as Kara Zor-El hits the 'Net, we take a closer look at "Smallville's" Girl of Steel.
Ryan Anthony - 7/24/2007

Al Gough talks Smallville S7 with TV Guide

One of Clark Kent's TV daddies discusses the JLA, romance for Lois, and the possibility that a blonde from Toronto could fly.
Ryan Anthony - 7/16/2007

Lex Luthor is Back!

Kevin Spacey has announed that he is returning as the Man of Steel's arch nemesis!
Leslie Moore - 7/10/2007

"The Man Of Steel" will NOT be delayed

Despite all the rumors of a production start delay for the next "Superman" movie, there is at least one dissenting voice on the Net.
Ryan Anthony - 7/10/2007

"Superman: Doomsday" Site Finally Gets Some Content

There's a huge update to the official "Superman: Doomsday" DVD website, which was previously a barren wasteland.
Ryan Anthony - 7/9/2007

"Superman: The Man of Steel" has been delayed.

Rotten Tomatoes has filed a report that the sequel to 'Superman Returns' may be pushed back as director Bryan Singer gravitates towards other projects.

DaiQuan Cain - 7/3/2007

Bruce Timm discusses the new Superman: Doomsday film

Animation titan Bruce Timm opens up about his new co-writing/producing gig, the highly-anticipated direct-to-DVD flick Superman: Doomsday, in a new 3-part audio interview with Voices From Krypton.
Ryan Anthony - 6/17/2007

Parker Posey Unsure of her Role in Superman 6 Sequel

The impromptu actress Parker Posey wants to be in the Superman sequel, but hasn't heard yet...
ComicBookMovie - 6/12/2007

Saint on the Superman Returns Sequel

Martha Kent is back!!!
Leslie Moore - 4/18/2007

Superman Sequel Filming Date Announced!

March 2008!
Leslie Moore - 3/19/2007

Superman Sequel Delayed

It seems Bryan Singer will be pushing back the Superman Returns sequel for the chance to direct an untitled thriller this summer.
Cathie Horlick - 3/14/2007

"Superman: Doomsday" Cartoon to be Released on DVD

The long awaited Cartoon epic, "Superman: Doomsday" is set for release in September/18/2007.
DaiQuan Cain - 3/4/2007

Brandon Routh Talks About Superman Returns Vidgame!

The new Superman is big on electronic gaming ...and has been since the days of the 1st Nintendo!
Leslie Moore - 12/21/2006

Superman Returns DVD Selling Faster than a Speeding Bullet

Warner Brothers home video "Superman Returns", took over the # 1 spot on national DVD sales and rental charts.
Ron Cardino - 12/7/2006

Superman Pan Pizza!

Papa John's Pizza and Warner Bros. are teaming up this holiday season to offer customers an exclusive deal on the Superman Returns DVD...
Ron Cardino - 11/27/2006

Superman Lives!

Here are some art designs that were finished for the Un-produced "Superman Lives" film... a few years ago...
Ron Cardino - 11/25/2006

Superman Returns CHEAT CODE Found On Movie DVD!

Buy the Superman Returns DVD on the 28th and get the cheat code to play as another character!
Leslie Moore - 11/21/2006

RUMOR: Brainiac the Villain in Superman 6

Although the finished script for the next Superman movie is a few months away, many rumors are surfacing that pit the man of steel against arch-enemy Brainiac.
Ron Cardino - 11/17/2006

Superman Returns: DVD Video Clips now online

Check out upcoming Superman Return dvd video clips.
The dvd will be released November 28, 2006.
Leslie Moore - 11/11/2006

Bryan Singer Planning Superman Sequel

And is he eyeing the director's chair for X-Men 4 or Wolverine?
Leslie Moore - 11/9/2006

Brandon Routh Talks Superman Sequel

Will production on the "Superman Returns" sequel begin in six months?
Leslie Moore - 11/3/2006

Richard Donner on Superman II DVD

The director tells fans about the "Superman II: The Richard Donner Cut" DVD and his upcoming run on Action Comics.
Leslie Moore - 11/3/2006

Justice League Assembles in Smallville

Here's spoilerish details of this winter's gathering of DC super-heroes on the CW.
Bob Gough - 10/31/2006

Superman Sequel Deal Confirmed

Variety says there will be another Bryan Singer-directed Man of Steel movie coming in the summer of 2009.
Bob Gough - 10/30/2006

Sneak Peek at Superman Returns Scene

New clips and designs of the cut "Return to Krypton" sequence from the movie!
Leslie Moore - 10/29/2006

Superman Sequel A Go

The crew that put together Superman Returns locked the deal to make the 2nd film ...well, the 6th film to be exact.
Leslie Moore - 10/26/2006

Superman Returns: 200 Million Mark = Sequel

The film has grossed $390 Million worldwide.
Leslie Moore - 10/24/2006

EA Releases Superman Returns: The Videogame

Complete Missions as Superman in the Multi-Dimensional 80 square miles of Metropolis !
Leslie Moore - 10/10/2006

The Release of Superman Ultimate Collector's Edition!!

All your favorite Man of Steel films in one set!
Leslie Moore - 10/6/2006

Superman Sequel to Have More Action, Adventure

Director Bryan Singer explains what he meant when he said he plans to get all 'Wrath of Khan' in the next film.
Bob Gough - 9/26/2006

1st Look at Green Arrow in Uniform

Here's what Oliver Queen will look like in full Emerald Archer garb in Smallville.
Bob Gough - 9/8/2006

Lois Lane Spin-Off Movie in the Works?

Will the Daily Planet's sexiest investigative reporter get her own film?
Bob Gough - 9/7/2006

Superman II The Richard Donner Cut

Superman II re-release featuring new never before seen footage.
Leslie Moore - 9/7/2006

More of Singer's Hopes for Superman Sequel

What's next for Superman and Lois Lane's son? And Warner Bros. Picture's top exec says the sequel should come out in 2009.
Bob Gough - 8/22/2006

Fate of Superman Sequel Still Up in the Air

Trade journal Variety did an analysis piece on whether Bryan Singer's Superman Returns is likely to spur a sequel or not.
Bob Gough - 8/15/2006

Singer Talks Superman II; Is the Sequel a Lock?

Despite a less-than-expected domestic box office take, you can expect a second Superman movie, the director assures.
Bob Gough - 8/10/2006

Jude Law Rumored for Zod Role

The Superman sequel could see the return of Krypton's most vile criminal, a villain played by Jude Law.
Bob Gough - 8/10/2006

Think Superman Returns Had Problems?

You can just be glad it wasn't filmed the way it was originally written, according to Kevin Smith.
Bob Gough - 8/7/2006

Singer Blames Marketing for Superman's B.O.

The Man of Steel's much-ballyhooed return to the big screen would've made more money if the marketing had been done right, the director claims.
Bob Gough - 7/31/2006

New Justice League, Teen Titans Toon News

Warner Home Video announced some exciting new animation projects for the DC Universe.
Bob Gough - 7/26/2006

Death of Superman Toon Coming?

A surprise announcement for fans of the animated DC Universe from Bruce Timm.
Bob Gough - 7/24/2006

Superman 2 'Iffy,' Says Singer

But if the sequel is made, expect to see an alien villain, says Bryan Singer.
Bob Gough - 7/24/2006

Green Arrow, Jimmy Olsen Visit Smallville

The hit series continues its expansion into the DC Universe by adding two more familiar characters.
Bob Gough - 7/20/2006

Superman Sequel in Doubt

If the Man of Steel can't manage to bring in enough money, Warner Bros. may scale back or pull the plug on any further films.
Bob Gough - 7/17/2006

Does the World Need Superman's Return?

Read a spoilerish review of Bryan Singer's multi-million dollar big screen revival of the Man of Steel franchise.
Bob Gough - 7/5/2006

Superman Returns' $21MM Debut

The Bryan Singer film is eighth biggest Wednesday opening in movie history. Plus, Howard Stern talks Superman, Spider-Man 3 and Wolverine.
Bob Gough - 6/30/2006

Superbunnies

It's a bird! It's a plane! It's a...bunny? The infamous, animated bunnies are now appearing in a 30-second re-enactment of the classic blockbuster Superman...
ComicBookMovie - 6/28/2006

Superman Gay???

We've heard it before, but what are the recent Gay Superman rumors about? IFmagazine's Sean Elliott takes a swipe at those who think Supes is wearing rainbows...
ComicBookMovie - 6/28/2006

Superman Camp-Out

Check on the die-hard super-geeks blogging their experience of camping out overnight for Superman Returns. Live updates overnight and all tomorrow...
ComicBookMovie - 6/27/2006

Superman Returns Premiere Pics

Rogue, Iceman, TV's Lex Luthor and Buffy's little sister Dawn showed up to see the Man of Steel take off.
Bob Gough - 6/27/2006

Superman Animated Series Vol. 3 Review

A look at the latest collection from Warner Bros. ground-breaking Man of Steel cartoon.
Bob Gough - 6/25/2006

New Superman Clip Online

Watch the Man of Steel try to outrun an earthquake.
Bob Gough - 6/22/2006

New Superman Clips Online

A new clip and two new TV spots are now available to view.
Bob Gough - 6/20/2006

Bryan Singer Talks Superman Sequel

Plus, Jimmy Olsen actor says he'll come back for sequels.
Bob Gough - 6/14/2006

New Superman Returns Clip

Plus, Bryan Singer talks about a deleted scene that'll be on the DVD.
Bob Gough - 6/9/2006

Superman Returns Website Update

Plus, a look at the UK poster for the Man of Steel movie and an earlier release date!
Bob Gough - 6/1/2006

New Superman Returns Trailer Online

Plus, details on the soundtrack for the movie.
Bob Gough - 5/30/2006

New Superman Returns TV Spot Online

Plus, info on some cool upcoming promos for the Man of Steel movie.
Bob Gough - 5/26/2006

3rd Superman TV Spot Now Online

Plus, a better version of TV spot #2 and new poster images.
Bob Gough - 5/23/2006

Superman Flies Past Cannes

The Man of Steel was a no-show at the famous international film festival.
Bob Gough - 5/19/2006

Final Superman Poster Online

Plus, news of the second Superman trailer...
Bob Gough - 5/18/2006

Singer May Not Do Superman II

Or he may drop Logan's Run. But he won’t do both, we hear.
Bob Gough - 5/16/2006

EXCLUSIVE: Singer Sounds off about Superman and X-Men Spoilers

Wizard has given CBM this exclusive first look at their interview with super director Bryan Singer, where he let it be known how he feels about spoilers...
ComicBookMovie - 5/12/2006

Superman Returns TV Spot Online

The first ad for Bryan Singer's film debuted during last night's Smallville.
Bob Gough - 5/12/2006

Chatting with Superman's Lois & Clark

A conversation with Kate Bosworth and Brandon Routh about Superman Returns.
Bob Gough - 5/5/2006

2nd Superman Returns Trailer Online!

We've got the 2nd trailer and 1st really exciting look at the Superman Returns movie! This preview has much more meat to chew on then the last one did. Enjoy!
ComicBookMovie - 5/2/2006

Ma Kent's Superman Spoiler

Actress Eva Marie Saint gives something away on the new movie and more.
Bob Gough - 4/22/2006

Superman Docu Film News, New Pic

Also, listen to sample clips from the Superman Returns soundtrack.
Bob Gough - 4/19/2006

Superman's Got Milk?

A scan of a great new "Got Milk?" ad featuring Brandon Routh as Superman was first posted at Kal-El.org. The ad is featured in the new issue of Blender magazine...
ComicBookMovie - 4/15/2006

EW Quizzes Superman Returns Fans

New pics and interviews from Superman Returns are in the latest issue of Entertainment Weekly.
Bob Gough - 4/7/2006

Superman's Parker Posey 'Not so Evil'

The indie queen talks of how her character is tied to Valerie Perrine's in the original Superman movie.
Bob Gough - 4/5/2006

Official Superman Returns Description

Warner Bros. promises 'a soaring new chapter in the saga of one of the world's most beloved superheroes.'
Bob Gough - 4/4/2006

Wolverine Guest-stars in Superman Returns?

Well, not really, but Hugh Jackman does have a cameo.
Bob Gough - 3/17/2006

New Superman Returns Clip Surfaces

Plus, the Man of Steel gets a PG-13 rating and a new still from the film.
Bob Gough - 3/17/2006

Routh Says Time is Right for Superman

Plus, Warner Bros. unveiled an omnibus site promoting all things Superman video-related.
Bob Gough - 3/13/2006

Chris Reeve's Wife Dies of Lung Cancer at 44

The AP reports that Dana Reeve, wife to Superman Christopher Reeve passed away last Monday night...
ComicBookMovie - 3/7/2006

14 New Superman Returns Pics

Here's more than a dozen new pics from Superman Returns and 'Luthor' talks sequels.
Bob Gough - 3/7/2006

New Pic of Jimmy Olsen

There's a new shot of the Daily Planet's intrepid photographer and Superman's best pal from the upcoming movie online.
Bob Gough - 3/3/2006

Singer, Routh Talk Superman Returns

The director and lead actor addressed fans at Wondercon last weekend.
Bob Gough - 2/14/2006

'Perry White' Talks Superman

Frank Langella chats about being the Daily Planet's Editor in Chief in Superman Returns
Bob Gough - 2/6/2006

More Shots of Cyborg in Smallville

More publicity shots of the Teen Titan from the upcoming episode are now online.
Bob Gough - 2/6/2006

Meet The Superman Returns Director

Bryan Singer will appear at WonderCon. Here's how you can see him in person.
Bob Gough - 2/3/2006

Pic, Details from Smallville's Cyborg Episode

Here's the latest on the upcoming guest-appearance by a Teen Titan on Smallville.
Bob Gough - 2/2/2006

Superman Returns Plot Spoilers

What is Lex Luthor up to in the new movie?
Bob Gough - 1/20/2006

Superman Budget Flying High

Trade magazines are sounding the alarm that Bryan Singer's film may be too expensive. Plus, more Superman vs. Batman talk.