Shah Rukh Khan will voice Mufasa in the Hindi version of Barry Jenkins’ Mufasa: The Lion King, which releases in India (as does the English edition in the U.S.) on December 20. His sons Aryan and AbRam will voice Simba and young Mufasa respectively. In the 2019 live-action The Lion King, Khan also voiced Mufasa. Blending live-action with photoreal computer-generated imagery, Mufasa: The Lion King stars Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., John Kani, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, Donald Glover and Thandiwe Newton. The film enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of the unlikely rise of the beloved king of the Pride Lands, introducing an orphaned cub called Mufasa, a sympathetic lion named Taka — the heir to a to a royal bloodline — and their journey alongside an extraordinary group of misfits. (via Deadline)

One of the most massive and influential brands of all time is the esteemed TRANSFORMERS franchise, and Dynamite Entertainment and Hasbro are celebrating its 40th anniversary with a big Kickstarter campaign to offer sets of new, incredible trading cards for fans!


Those who sign up via the link below in advance of the Kickstarter launch will get an extra cherry on top of their haul too, receiving a free, exclusive digital trading card!

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The Kickstarter will be showcasing multiple offerings for fans of every kind of fandom and budget, featuring two trading cards series featuring the iconic "Generation 1" vision of the TRANSFORMERS characters from their debut in 1984 and beyond. Familiar faces like Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Megatron, Starscream, Ironhide, and Soundwave can be found in these cards, plus so many others from the Autobots and Decepticons factions. Ultra-rare extras likely to only be offered through this Kickstarter will also be available, for fans seeking out the ultimate grail for their collections.

Dynamite Entertainment will be launching the campaign and sharing the full details soon, but signing up on the page in advance will ensure that you don't miss the launch and its early bird specials and momentum!

The X-Men’s new era is fully underway, and starting this December, fans will experience an epic crossover between two of its three flagship titles in RAID ON GRAYMALKIN! Left broken and scattered in the wake of Krakoa, the X-Men have since regrouped into distinct teams of their own. In Jed MacKay and Ryan Stegman’s X-MEN, Cyclops leads a squad of hardened mutant soldiers out of an abandoned Sentinel factory in Alaska. While in Gail Simone and David Marquez’s UNCANNY X-MEN, Rogue attempts to build a new home with her chosen X-family along with a handful of new students down in Louisiana. Their different approaches to the X-Men’s mission erupts into a tense standoff when a plan of action is needed to take down Graymalkin Prison, formerly Xavier’s Institute! The X-Men’s school has been transformed into a brutal penitentiary for mutants by the callous Dr. Corina Ellis, and her prize inmate is none other than Professor X himself! But after his actions during Krakoa’s fall, is Professor X worth saving? And who or what is the secret weapon that Ellis is confident will protect Graymalkin against any attack? Find out in this four-part mutant milestone that solidifies the X-Men’s post-Krakoan world! "It's been an exciting time being part of the launch of the line of X-titles, but now we're really getting into it- our first crossover!” MacKay shared. “Raid on Graymalkin is going to push the X-Men of both Alaska and Louisiana to their breaking points and set the tone for the future, and it's been great to work with a legend like Gail in bringing it to life!" “Writing in the X-World has been one of the most fun and rewarding experiences of my career,’ Simone said. “Best characters, best art team, best editors and best fellow creators, particularly Jed Mackay, who is just an idea machine. We've been throwing ideas back and forth nearly every day since we all started putting together the bones of what the X-Verse would be like, and I think it helps tremendously that we like and respect each other's work.” “I hope that this is a precursor to more short crossovers,” Simone added. “We love the idea of doing something impactful, where it feels punchy and fast-paced, with some genuine, lasting effects. You can still just read X-Men OR Uncanny and follow the story, but you'll get a bigger, richer picture if you get both. As always, we have the welcome mat out for newbies and long-time readers alike!”

DuckTales — woo hoo! Dynamite Entertainment and Disney are excited to fully announce the heralded debut of an all-new DuckTales comic series inspired by the original animated show. It will star some of the most beloved characters across comics, animation, and beyond in their original medium for ongoing monthly adventures with best-selling, all-ages author Brandon Montclare (Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, Rocket Girl) at the helm, with Italian virtuoso Tommaso Ronda bringing the fabulous four-color visuals.

Riches are everywhere, you just need to know where to look! The ridiculously wealthy Scrooge McDuck is the most famous resident of Duckburg, but his fortune goes beyond his infamous, jam-packed money vault that he loves swimming through. To the young Huey, Dewey, and Louie, their "Unca's" endless fountain of stories is worth more than any gold. And alongside him, they're always creating new memories and tales to tell. In this new comic book series, the triplets will learn that the most important inheritance they can get from Scrooge is his lifetime of wisdom.

"For months I've been working with a bunch of new collaborators to create some great DuckTales material... but now that it's breaking news, I can't help but think back 35 years," said writer Brandon Montclare. "I was a kid watching DuckTales on TV, along with a pile of other cartoons, action movies, a mountain of of action figures, and stacks on stacks of comic books. There was nothing I wanted more than to be in the comics biz when I grew up. As that dream became a reality, and I got smarter at stories, there's an appreciation for the generations of influence that started with Carl Barks' Uncle Scrooge comics and runs through many creative titans. So, our new comic is timeless and fit for all ages. There's nostalgia for the audience that have enjoyed these characters for decades as well as inspiration for new readers. Because at the heart of DuckTales is adventure: anyone can go out their door or open a book and discover priceless treasure."






The opening story arc of the series is primarily focused on the "core four" of DuckTales and set in Duckburg, as they uncover the town's secrets - and secret treasures. Montclare's formatting of the stories will also intersperse flashback looks at some of Scrooge's past adventures across mysterious islands and other exotic locations, alongside allies and enemies like Launchpad, Glomgold, Webby, Gyro Gearloose, Magica De Spell, the Beagle Boys, and many more.


Montclare's ambitious story is matched by the vibrant artwork of Tommaso Ronda. Disney's comics and particularly those starring the ducks are known for featuring work by diverse creators from across the world. Ronda hails from Italy, a country with a deep roster of acclaimed Disney artists and continuing his own portfolio of drawing these characters. The creative team is rounded out by letterer Fabio Amelia. While editor Nathan Cosby keeps the ducks in order.

DuckTales #1 releases November 6, 2024 to treat fans with a special present ahead of the holiday season. It will feature a range of gorgeous covers from the likes of Ivan Bigarella, Francesco Tomaselli, Carlo Cid Lauro, and Alan Quah. Additionally, a classic piece of artwork from the Disney vaults is presented as a special variant cover.

The denizens of Duckburg's all-new adventures will primarily follow in the footsteps of the brilliant original DuckTales show that ran from 1987-1990 and imprinted on a generation of children across the world, and the next ones through reruns and reboots. The show heavily built on a long legacy of the Disney ducks in comic strips and books going back a whopping nine decades, and such legends as Carl Barks and Don Rosa inevitably influence Montclare and the team's approach as well.

Editor Nate Cosby added, "What makes DuckTales unique is that it’s TWO stories in ONE comic: Huey, Dewey & Louie are striking out on their first adventures, while the world-famous Scrooge McDuck continues to seek treasure after an epic lifetime of expeditions. The incredible stories that Brandon and Tomasso are creating will delight fans of the original animated series, and the classic comics by Carl Barks and Don Rosa!"



DUCKTALES #1 is solicited in Diamond Comic Distributors’ September 2024 Previews catalog, the premier source of merchandise for the comic book specialty market, and slated for release in November 2024. Comic book fans are encouraged to preorder copies of the book with their local comic book retailers. It will also be available for individual customer purchase through digital platforms courtesy of Comixology, Kindle, iBooks, Google Play, Dynamite Digital, ComicsPlus, and more!

Visit www.dynamite.com for more news and information.

Time Bandits‘ latest adventure has come to an end. Apple TV+ has opted not to renew the series adaptation of Terry Gilliam’s cult classic film for a second season. The news comes almost a month after the 10-episode first season of the fantasy series starring Lisa Kudrow ended its run, released in batches of two episodes weekly. The development is not entirely surprising. Despite the nostalgia factor and mostly favorable reviews (78% on Rotten Tomatoes), Time Bandits, created by Jemaine Clement, Iain Morris and Taika Waititi, did not attract large enough audience and was not able to crack Nielsen’s Top 10 streaming rankings. The cancellation ends a long journey that started more than six years ago when Apple TV+ acquired the rights to the beloved 1981 movie for a series adaptation produced by the now-defunct Paramount Television Studios, Anonymous Content’s AC Studios and MRC. (via Deadline)

In an interview with Collider to promote the upcoming HBO series The Penguin, The Batman director Matt Reeves shed some light on the progress of Season 2 of Batman: Caped Crusader and hinted at when fans can expect to see the next installment. When asked where they were in the process of the anticipated second season, executive producer Reeves explained that work is well underway. For those unaware, Caped Crusader is an animated noir-inspired take on the Batman story to air on Amazon's Prime Video, featuring a young Bruce Wayne taking on the mantle of the Dark Knight, drawing inspiration from the Batman stories published in the 1940s and '50s. But what about the timeline? Reeves said that while there are no concrete dates as yet for Season 2's arrival, 2025 does seem likely.

Over the last year, the Marvel mythos has been infused with Disney magic in new What If…? one-shots that put Mickey Mouse and the gang into classic Marvel Comics storytelling! Following Donald Duck’s remarkable adventures as Wolverine and Thor, and Minnie’s flight as Captain Marvel, the whole gang gets in on the action this January in MARVEL & DISNEY: WHAT IF…? MICKEY & FRIENDS BECAME THE FANTASTIC FOUR #1! Written by Steve Behling and Riccardo Secchi and drawn by artist Lorenzo Pastrovicchio, MARVEL & DISNEY: WHAT IF…? MICKEY & FRIENDS BECAME THE FANTASTIC FOUR #1 will take things back to very foundation of the Marvel Universe! In 1961, Stan Lee and Jack Kirby kicked off the age of heroes in Fantastic Four #1 and now, Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and Donald pay homage to this landmark comic! See the gang put a wild spin on Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben’s fateful space voyage, the cosmic storm that gifted them their unique abilities, and their legendary first super hero battle against Mole Man. Mickey has stretching powers! Minnie can turn invisible! Goofy can burst into flame! Donald has become some kind of rocky…THING! With these incredible powers they vow to help those in need as — the FANTASTIC FOUR. And they’ll need all their awesome abilities if they are to succeed in their first mission together to stop Mole Pete from destroying Duckburg! But how did they get their super-powers? Find out in this fantastic origin special! “As a huge FF fan myself, I can tell you this issue will tickle your nostalgic funny bone, bringing the spirit of Marvel’s first family to a story I can only describe as Funtastic!” Editor Mark Paniccia shared. Preorder MARVEL & DISNEY: WHAT IF…? MICKEY & FRIENDS BECAME THE FANTASTIC FOUR #1 at your local comic shop today!

Global animation producer Superprod Animation and its Milan-based company Red Monk Studio have launched production on their new CG-animated series “Underdog,” a reimagining of the classic 1959 cartoon franchise. The series was commissioned by M6 and Gulli in France and RAI in Italy. This new version of “Underdog” will feel familiar to fans of the 1960s original that endured in syndication for decades across networks including NBC, CBS and Nickelodeon. Superprod and Red Monk will produce 52 11-minute episodes of the new series, which will be aimed at kids and family audiences and follow the crimefighting antics of Underdog, a clumsy but well-meaning superhero in an oversized suit and cape. (via Variety)

Studiocanal has released fresh images of Dougal Wilson’s upcoming Paddington In Peru ahead of its theatrical launch in the UK in November. The movie sees Paddington embark on an adventure with his beloved U.K. guardians, the Brown Family, through the Amazon rainforest and the mountain peaks of Peru, as he returns home to visit his beloved Aunt Lucy, who now resides at the Home for Retired Bears. Olivia Colman and Antonio Banderas have joined the cast as the new characters of The Reverend Mother, a smiling, guitar-playing nun who runs the Home for Retired Bears, and Hunter Cabot, a dashing and intrepid riverboat captain who offers to help the Brown family on their Peruvian adventure. The movie opens in cinemas in the U.K. on November 8, followed by theatrical releases worldwide including in the U.S. via Sony on January 17, 2025. (via Deadline)

Were you surprised to see Knull, the eldritch god of darkness that created the alien symbiotes in the Marvel Universe, as the main villain in the Venom: The Last Dance trailer? So were Donny Cates and Ryan Stegman, the writer and artist who created the character for the comics. Stegman was the first to tweet out, saying: “Yes, I did co-create Knull. No, I didn’t know until today that he was gonna be in Venom: The Last Dance. Yes, I do expect to finally be able to afford that lazy river moat around my house.” While Cates took a simpler approach, posting an image of the word MONEY done in the same logo font as the film and the simple message, “lol”. Historically the deals for creators weren’t great when it came to the characters being adapted to other media, but with Knull being created in 2018, it is possible their contracts addressed this likelihood since the MCU had been around ten years by then. The third and final Tom Hardy led Venom film is slated to be in theaters October 25th.