Finale Interruptus: Case File #015 - The Middleman
Canceled after just 12 episodes in 2008, The Middleman never aired its planned season finale. But creator Javier Grillo-Marxuach refused to leave the story unfinished, reviving the missing episode as a graphic novel and later returning for a multiverse crossover. Case File #015 investigates how a canceled television series found its ending in comics.
Eva Cassidy: Jazzed — A Voice Reborn in Crystal-Clear Jazz
Dennis revisits the extraordinary voice of Eva Cassidy as Jazzed brings her classic recordings into new arrangements. With crystal-clear vocals, lush orchestration, and fresh interpretations of familiar favorites, this posthumous release earns an enthusiastic recommendation.
Finale Interruptus: Cold Cases - Case File #010: Dark Angel
When Fox canceled Dark Angel in 2002, Max Guevara and her fellow transgenics were left defending Terminal City, with major mysteries unresolved. We investigate the cancellation, James Cameron's final episode, and the Max Allan Collins novels that continued the story television never finished.
Speak the Words, Release the Demon: DC's Occult Revival
Jack Kirby's Etrigan returns in a new series from James Harren, with a second printing already announced. Meanwhile, the long-lost Swamp Thing 1989 finally reveals another chapter of the Demon's history, making 2026 a remarkable year for DC's supernatural antihero.
The Crowdfunding Carousel: When Yesterday's Comics Depend on Tomorrow's Backers
Comic-book crowdfunding has raised millions of dollars, but some backers are still waiting years for their rewards. From Ethan Van Sciver's campaign backlog to long-delayed projects and questions about cross-campaign financing, The Crowdfunding Carousel examines the money, the promises, the documented delays, and what happens when yesterday's obligations collide with tomorrow's fundraising.
Jili77 on GZone: Easy Tips to Play Smart and Stay in Control
Discover Jili77 on GZone, learn about KYC and age requirements, explore beginner gaming tips, and enjoy online entertainment responsibly every day.
Patrick Stewart (1940–2026): The Man Who Taught Two Universes to Lead
Sir Patrick Stewart, beloved as Star Trek's Jean-Luc Picard and Marvel's Professor Xavier, dies at 86. Remembering the actor who redefined heroism.
The Longbox Morgue, File #001: Afterlife with Archie
Ten years after *Afterlife with Archie* disappeared from comic shops, Reggie Mantle's promise to murder Betty Cooper remains unresolved. We revisit the zombie apocalypse that destroyed Riverdale, the wedding that never happened, and the missing issues that could finally put this unfinished horror story to rest.
Afterlife with Archie Rises Again: Disney+ Prepares a Zombie Apocalypse as Oni Press Opens the Mausoleum
After ten years without a new issue, *Afterlife with Archie* is rising again. Disney+ is developing a live-action series for 2027, while Oni Press launches an oversized Kickstarter edition of Francesco Francavilla's artwork. But will Archie Comics finally finish the original zombie apocalypse?
From Kickstarter to Comic Shops: White Ash Comics Joins IDW Publishing
White Ash Comics joins IDW Publishing after raising more than $1 million on Kickstarter, bringing its creator-owned fantasy universe to comic shops in 2027.
Under the Gunn: James Gunn's DC Universe Has a Plan. So Why Does He Keep Having to Explain It?
James Gunn insists his DC Universe is unfolding according to plan, but the standalone success of Clayface has reignited questions about how interconnected the DCU is supposed to be. Is Gunn correcting fan expectations, or struggling to explain a vision that was never clearly communicated?
Absolute Batman #25 Tops 775,000 Reported Orders; So Much for Nobody Buying Comics Anymore
As Absolute Batman #25 reportedly surpasses 775,000 retailer orders, DC's Dark Knight challenges the narrative of a dying comic-book industry. Are readers abandoning comics, or are publishers failing to give them stories worth buying?
Finale Interruptus: Case File #014 - Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles
When FOX canceled Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles in 2009, John Connor was stranded in a future where nobody knew his name. Finale Interruptus investigates the ratings decline, the shocking series finale, and the abandoned third-season plans that might have rewritten the Terminator mythology.
Who Covers the Comics Industry When the Comics Press Disappears?
With Newsarama's dedicated newsroom gone and Popverse abandoning editorial journalism, who is left to hold the comics industry accountable? Bill Casticart examines the economics behind the disappearing comics press, the growing influence of publicity and social media, and why independent reporting matters more than ever.