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Tynion and DaNi reimagining THE INVISIBLE MAN

James Tynion IV and DaNi will team up on Skybound's fifth Universal Monsters series, based on 1933's The Invisible Man.

The Beat Digest 05/13/25: Cunningham’s MUSK lands publisher

On today's Digest, Darryl Cunningham's Musk bio lands an English release, the next Dog Man gets announced, and Spider-Noir gets a first look.

Horror Beat: LAST RITES is the final Conjuring entry…of Phase 1?

Can we just leave this ‘phases’ nonsense to Marvel?

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The Marvel Rundown: Luke Cage Breaks a Few Bones and Jubilee Steals the Show!

Two unlikely Marvel mainstays are up to bat this week including a Defender and an unlikely X-Men protagonist getting the chance to lead a...

Review: ALIEN: COVENANT a rehash with father problems

It's arguable that Ripley is one of science fiction's best-known characters, and she anchored the Alien films by providing true stake in the outcome of the humans. The most serious flaw of Alien: Covenant is that it provides us with yet another Ripley-like-stand-in via Katherine Waterston's character, which at this point resembles an illegible copy of a copy of a copy. Waterston isn't at fault, but her character development is almost non-existent, relying wholly on the hope that you'll associate her enough with Ripley to forgive the fact that she's written primarily as a foil for David.

The Beat is hitting the road again

The Beat is on the road again: this time to Havana for the C3 (Comic Cretaors Conference) Cuba edition. I'll be appearing with Dan DiDio,...

Conservative pundits are tut-tutting about teaching comics in college 

If I had one takeaway from the recent TCAF Librarians and Educators Day, it was that comics as educational tools are here to stay,...

ACE Atomic Crushes First COMIC CON REVOLUTION in Southern California

Atomic Crush Events may have found the last gold mine of Southern California as its inaugural Comic Con Revolution event this past weekend in Ontario...

DC announces Jack Kirby tribute one-shots for August

Announced today on this week's edition of DC All Access, DC will be adding to their line-up of Jack Kirby titles that they're producing...

Manga and Anime News

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: Bird is the word in Laica Chrose’s WINGED

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers the manga series CATCH THESE HANDS! and DORORO, as well as the webcomic WINGED.

Manga Review: YOU TALK TOO MUCH, SO JUST SHUT IT ALREADY! is a comedy of miscommunication with heart

In this review of "You Talk Too Much, So Just Shut It Already!," we explore a sweet, silly manga full of heart, humor, and hilariously failed sign language.

Chang Sheng’s award-winning series OLDMAN launches Kickstarter via eigoMANGA

eigoMANGA has launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring Chang Sheng’s "Oldman" to readers around the world. The award-winning manga tells the story of a mysterious court magician who escapes prison to seek revenge against an immortal queen. Known for its detailed art and powerful themes, "Oldman" has earned accolades including the International Manga Award and Taiwan’s Golden Comic Award.

Wonderful Wednesdays: GHOST AND WITCH, THE BEAST KING AND HIS APPRENTICE and more fantasy series from Seven Seas

Seven Seas stirs up a magical mix of fantasy, romance, and cozy charm in this week’s Wonderful Wednesdays. From mythical beasts to vengeful witches, February 2026 is shaping up to be an enchanting month for manga and light novel fans, with cats, books, and a whole lot of magic leading the charge.

PICK ME PICK ME launches May 28: flirt, sabotage, and compete in this AI-powered dating sim

"Pick Me Pick Me" is a new AI-assisted PvP dating game from Moncage devs Optillusion, arriving May 28 on Steam, iOS, and Android with voice chat, sabotage cards, and custom characters.

Penguin Random House and Disney sign new licensing deal

Penguin Random House have expanded their deal to publish books, including manga, based on all Disney properties.

Business News

The week in Diamond Bankruptcy: filings and fees and questions

It was a quiet week in Diamond Bankruptcy news, after last week's thrill ride of shocking developments.

Penguin Random House and Disney sign new licensing deal

Penguin Random House have expanded their deal to publish books, including manga, based on all Disney properties.

Kodansha light novels now available on Barnes & Noble NOOK

Kodansha expands its digital library with 60 fan-favorite light novels now available on Barnes & Noble NOOK, including titles like "BAKEMONOGATARI," "Am I Actually the Strongest?," and "My Unique Skill Makes Me OP Even at Level 1."

Fletch-a-Sketch Talent Representation launches with five artists

F.A.S.T. Rep is a new talent rep working with Bernard Chang, Riccardo Federici, Emanuela Lupacchino, Dustin Nguyen and Giulia Pellegrini for events

Court approves sale of Diamond assets to Universal/Ad Populum

The court has approved the sale of most of Diamond's assets to Universal Entertainment and Ad Populum

Diamond files motion to approve sale to Universal and Ad Populum

As many expected, Diamond Comics has filed a motion to approve sale of their assets to Universal Distribution and Sparkle Pop/Ad Populum

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Entertainment

THE ETERNAUT adaptation sparks renewed search for the missing grandchildren of creator

A hit TV show shines a light on a lingering question

THE LAST OF US S2x05 Recap: Seattle, Day Two

THE LAST OF US S2x05 Recap: Seattle, Day Two. Tell me, where is Abby?

Horror Beat: LAST RITES is the final Conjuring entry…of Phase 1?

Can we just leave this ‘phases’ nonsense to Marvel?

Ryan Coogler is what real meritocracy looks like

The Black Panther and Sinners director Ryan Coogler is having a generational run.

THE LIBRARIANS celebrate by giving back to the Little Free Library

TNT partners with Little Free Library to distribute free books and swag for the series premiere.

Tariffs are upending the toy industry – with no clarity in sight

Even with a deal in sight, the current 145% tariff on Chinese imports has had a massive effect on the toy industry - and manufacturers are scrambling.

Wrestling News and History

Turnbuckle BEATdown: WrestleMania Sunday a livelier affair as John Cena makes history

Historic main event tops a much improved second night card

Turnbuckle BEATdown: WrestleMania Saturday delivered a mixed baguette with a couple of gems

The main event was certainly one for the ages.

Turnbuckle BEATdown: We predict Wrestlemania 41

We're thinking Cena takes the belt from the American Nightmare. You?

Turnbuckle BEATdown: WWE, John Cena Team Up With Drumstick For Summer-Long Promotion

I thought it was CM Punk who famously demanded more WWE ice cream?