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Horror Beat: THEY CALL HER DEATH Is A Blood-Caked Western/Horror Bonanza

A 16mm passion project that wrangles 70s Euro-Western and Splatter Film influences

BLACK CAT turns to heroism in new solo ongoing

G. Willow Wilson and Gleb Melnikov will be at the helm of Felicia Hardy's new comic, kicking off this August.

Excerpt: Your first look at Jason’s new book, DEATH IN TRIESTE

The cartoonist known as Jason's new book, Death in Trieste, features three short stories connected by one absurdist thread.

Top Comics to Buy for May 7, 2025: Do you like HEAVY METAL and fight comics? This is your week

This week's Top Comics to Buy for May 7 is a hard-hitting bunch, featuring punchy books like Black Canary, Ultimate Wolverine and Heavy Metal.

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

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RED NIGHT and DING DONG CIRCUS hit shelves this April from Breakdown Press

Breakdown Press brings experimental manga to the forefront with "Red Night" by Kazuichi Hanawa and a long-awaited reprint of "Ding Dong Circus" by Sasaki Maki, both arriving April 28, 2025.

Marvel Ultimate Alliance comes to PS4 and Xbox One today…

Starting today, Marvel: Ultimate Alliance and Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 are available digitally for PS4 via the PlayStation Store and for PC via Steam. Additionally, both...

SDCC ’16: The Eisners and 21 must-listen panels in audio

As usual, brave Jamie Coville has recorded the Eisner Award ceremony and 21 other panels (one or two with me on it) for your listening pleasure. These all sound pretty amazing, from Paul Gulacy to We Need Diverse Comics to Emily Carroll. And for an added bonus, listen to the Eisner Awards for th immortal "Macabre" moment that none who were present will EVER forget.

RIP Jack Davis

And just to make this day even more sorrowful in comics circles, legendary MAD cartoonist Jack Davis has passed away at age 91. Davis created some of the most memorable horror comics at EC, but then basically invented an entire style of caricature that was endlessly imitated throughout the 60s and 70s.

#SDCC ’16 Interview: Legendary Original Composers for DC’s “Batman: The Animated Series” Speak about Working on the “Batman: The Killing Joke” Movie and with...

Michael McCuistion, Lolita Ritmanis and Kristopher Carter: Courtesy of Tech Times. Yesterday, the highly anticipated animated movie Batman: The Killing Joke became available for HD...

Watchtower Someday: The Times They Are A-Changing

We're slowly transitioning back to reality, like those sandhogs that depressurize to avoid the bends. I'll have a last look later today or tomorrow... meanwhile,...

Geoff Johns is now President AND CCO at DC Entertainment — with a complete updated DC masthead

No sooner do I run a DC masthead then I have to upgrade it again, as it seems that Geoff Johns has been promoted...

Manga and Anime News

RED NIGHT and DING DONG CIRCUS hit shelves this April from Breakdown Press

Breakdown Press brings experimental manga to the forefront with "Red Night" by Kazuichi Hanawa and a long-awaited reprint of "Ding Dong Circus" by Sasaki Maki, both arriving April 28, 2025.

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."

Beat’s Bizarre Adventure: Please like and subscribe

This week, Beat's Bizarre Adventure covers HAIKYUU!!, DRAGON BALL SUPER and WE'RE NOT CUT OUT TO BE LOVERS.

FATED NOT TO MEET is a spicy rivals-to-lovers BL

Fated NOT to Meet Story and Art: Ei Eijou Publisher: TOKYOPOP...

Pluto TV supercharges anime library with biggest content refresh ever

Pluto TV kicks off Ani-May 2025 with its biggest anime update yet—adding over 800 hours of free programming, 120+ movies, and 50+ new series.

Wonderful Wednesdays: MUSHOKU TENSEI light novel deluxe edition and more from Seven Seas

Wonderful Wednesdays garners fans' attention with new deluxe edition of "Mushoku Tensei", audiobook adaptation "Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear" and more!

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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

Alliance sues Diamond – again: “The truth finally emerged.”

Why did Alliance Entertainment cancel their bid to buy Diamond? The truth has been revealed in a new lawsuit

Diamond Comics to reveal excited and “exceptionally well-known purchasers”

Diamond offered a little more about their unnamed new buyer, who is said to be excited to partner with them

Reviews

Top Comics to Buy for May 7, 2025: Do you like HEAVY METAL and fight comics? This is your week

This week's Top Comics to Buy for May 7 is a hard-hitting bunch, featuring punchy books like Black Canary, Ultimate Wolverine and Heavy Metal.

Classic Comic Compendium: ULTIMATE DOOMSDAY helped solidify one of Marvel’s greatest villains

Ultimate Doomsday was one of the formative stories within the original Ultimate Universe, and it's implications are still being felt.

FATED NOT TO MEET is a spicy rivals-to-lovers BL

Fated NOT to Meet Story and Art: Ei Eijou Publisher: TOKYOPOP (Digital & Paperback) Translation: Dylan Jekels Retouching and Lettering: Vibrant Publishing Studio Publication Date: April 22, 2025 Rating: Mature,...

Graphic Novel Review: WE ALL GOT SOMETHING is a funny book about a downswing in a life

Lawrence Lindell's new book WE ALL GOT SOMETHING is delightful, and it captures mental health struggles in a humorous and gentle manner.

DOCTOR WHO reaches the pit of despair in “THE WELL”

Director: Amanda Brotchie Writers: Russell T. Davies, Sharma Angel-Walfall Main Cast: Ncuti Gatwa, Varada Sethu, Caoilfhionn Dunne, Bethany Antonia, Rose Ayling-Ellis, Luke Rhodri Streaming Service: Disney+, iPlayer “Don't...

Graphic Nonfiction Review: GINSENG ROOTS is Craig Thompson’s triumphant return to graphic memoir

Ginseng Roots offers a heady blend of graphic memoir, journalism, and societal history, using a medicinal root as its guiding theme.

Anime Review: TO BE HERO X is both nice and not-so-nice

Adam and Hilary return to discuss the first four episodes of "To Be Hero X." Does this superhero series remain a Nice surprise?

Movie Review: THUNDERBOLTS* won’t shock you but will leave you feeling satisfied

Thunderbolts* won't shock you but will leave you feeling satasified. Read our review of the moview here!

The Marvel Rundown: Nothing can stop the King of Monsters in GODZILLA VS SPIDER-MAN #1

This week The Marvel Rundown reviews Godzilla vs Spider-man, Fantastic Four, Hellhunters, and Wolverine and Kitty Pryde.

Entertainment

Horror Beat: THEY CALL HER DEATH Is A Blood-Caked Western/Horror Bonanza

A 16mm passion project that wrangles 70s Euro-Western and Splatter Film influences

THE LAST OF US S2x04 Recap: Meet the W.L.F

Read our recap and review of The Last of Us season 2, episode 4.

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."

Review: THUNDERBOLTS* is a statue in a deserted warehouse

Phase Six is off to a washed out start with Thunderbolts*, a bland movie made for people who text in theaters

Roundtable: Why is A Goofy Movie a landmark film for generations?

A Goofy Movie is celebrating its 30th anniversary and the Beat staff looks at why is has become such a beloved classic for generations.

Ryan Reynolds is reportedly developing a Deadpool/X-Men team-up movie

Ryan Reynolds may have made it clear that he didn't think another solo Deadpool film would happen anytime soon, but he never said anything about Deadpool team-up film!

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?