James Whitbrook, Author at Gizmodo

Arrow‘s Return Brings With It a Big Old Problem For Oliver Queen

When we left Oliver Queen at the end of Arrow’s fifth season, he was standing over the smoking ruins of pretty much everything the show had built up over its first five years. Last night’s premiere mostly dealt with the fallout of said explosiveness, but, because this is Arrow, it also threw a familiar giant…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 13 '17

For Satan’s Sake, Read the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

Excellent news! Sabrina the Teenage Witch is making her way to television again, in a new show from the creative team behind Archie Comics’ other TV adaptation, Riverdale. Even better news: this is not your childhood Sabrina. It’s the version from the outstanding horror comic Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, a book you should absolutely read.…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Oct 13 '17

In the Final Trailer for Stranger Things Season Two, Everyone’s Headed to the Upside Down

Stranger Things’ second season might only be mere weeks away, but this new trailer has us wishing it was here right this instant. Although it would be hard to top that incredible first reveal from San Diego Comic-Con, the new trailer majorly amps up the stakes for what’s about to go down in Hawkins, Indiana.…

Trailers James Whitbrook Oct 13 '17

Beetlejuice 2 Has Taken a Step Towards Maybe Actually Happening

Karl Urban is unsure about the future of the Star Trek movies. Kevin Feige discusses bringing the style of Thor: Ragnarok to the Avengers movies. Another familiar face is coming back for X-Files. Plus, teeny new snippets of Justice League footage, and tons of new pictures from the big CW/DC crossover. Spoilers now! Beetlejuice 2…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 13 '17

Legendary Horror Manga Writer Junji Ito’s Most Chilling Works Will Become an Anime Anthology

If you’re familiar with Japanese horror, you’ve probably heard about the work of Junji Ito—the author behind viral horror stories like The Enigma of Amigara Fault and Uzumaki. Now, some of his most famous spooky tales are being adapted into a new anime anthology show. Suitably named Junji Ito “Collection”, the anime will be directed by…

Anime James Whitbrook Oct 12 '17

This Week’s Issue of Runaways Makes Marvel Comics’ Entire Timeline a Crazy Mess

The passage of time is a strange thing for superhero comics. Heroes that have been active for decades are somehow still in their mid-30’s, even as years pass and timely references to our own world are made. Trying to make sense of a timeline, like the Marvel movie one, can be futile especially when comics…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Oct 12 '17

Batman vs. Two-Face Is a Perfect Tribute to the Endless Charm of Adam West’s Bright Knight

It’s impossible to separate Warner Bros.’ latest DC animated movie from the fact that it features Adam West in his final outing as Batman. West’s tragic death just four months ago saddened fans everywhere. And while the movie can most certainly stand on its own, beyond serving as a fitting tribute, it excels in bringing…

io9 James Whitbrook Oct 12 '17

Thor: Ragnarok Director Taika Waititi Discusses Those Live-Action Akira Rumors

Todd McFarlane wants Keith David in his Spawn movie… but only for a little bit. The Stargate webseries has found its Catherine Langford. Sony wants to bring Settlers of Catan to the big screen. Plus, how the Purge TV show will create tension without being about the Purge, and a cryptic new Stranger Things teaser.…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 12 '17

Stranger Things Is Getting a Waffle-Based Card Game, And I’m So Confused Right Now

The first season of Stranger Things was such a sleeper hit going in that it’s taken the impending arrival of season two for the merchandise hysteria all pop culture sensations are mandated to have. Which brings us to this, my friends: Hasbro is making a Stranger Things card game and nothing makes sense anymore. Revealed…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 11 '17

Coran and Allura Learn the History of Milkshakes in This Hilarious Voltron Season 4 Clip

Voltron: Legendary Defender’s third season was a rather serious affair, as it delved into new threats to the galaxy and some revealing lore about it’s universe. But despite that, it seems like the next batch of episodes will have some time for lighter moments, if this wonderful exclusive clip is anything to go by. io9…

io9 James Whitbrook Oct 11 '17

The Best Part of Last Night’s Flash Premiere Was Everyone But Barry Allen

With an episode title like “The Flash Reborn,” there was a certain level expectation that Flash’s season 4 premiere would try to steady itself and right the wrongs of a very uneven third season. In someways, it succeeded—but it did so by returning to some of the indulgences that have helped Flash lose its way…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 11 '17

Could There Be More Than One Wedding in the CW’s DC Crossover?

Mark Ruffalo teases big plans for the Hulk beyond Thor: Ragnarok. Get a look at John Cena in action for the Bumblebee movie. The Flash adds an obscure comics villain with a hell of an unpronounceable name. Plus, new pictures from The Inhumans, and new footage from the returns of Arrow and Shannara Chronicles. Spoilers…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 11 '17

All the Secrets About the Battles to Come Hidden in the New Star Wars: The Last Jedi Trailer

Last night we got a glorious Star Wars: The Last Jedi trailer, packed with new looks at the war to come between the Resistance and the First Order. As ever for modern Star Wars, it’s a trailer that’s as cryptic as it is epic in scope, but it’s also filled with new hints and secrets…

Movies James Whitbrook Oct 10 '17

New Rumors Tease Some Big Changes for Jodie Whittaker’s First Season of Doctor Who

Keanu Reeves discusses the premise of the next Bill & Ted movie. The Teen Titans Go! movie adds some major talent. New Avengers: Infinity War art gives us a better look at Black Widow’s new appearance. Plus, new details on Claire and Jamie’s steamy Outlander reunion and Stranger Things season two episode titles. Spoilers now!…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 10 '17

DC’s Next Big Flash Story Pits the First Wally West Against Barry Allen

It’s been less than a year since DC’s Rebirth pulled Wally West—the first one, that is—out of the speedforce and back into the world of DC Comics, his memory of the old DC universe in tow. Now, he’s going to be thrust into a comics fan debate of old for a new storyline: Who’s the…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Oct 9 '17

McDonald’s Will Bring Szechuan Sauce Back This Winter After Rick and Morty Hysteria

Fans of Rick and Morty were left confused, furious, and sauceless this past weekend when McDonald’s cute PR stunt about the return of its Szechuan dipping sauce went disastrously wrong, because it’s 2017 and this is where we’re at right now. But good news: you’ll be able to relive the sauce nightmare all over again…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 9 '17

At Long Last, Batman: The Animated Series Is Coming to Blu-Ray

Batman: The Animated Series turned 25 this past September, and while it’s one of the most beloved animated shows of the past three decades, it’s been confined to DVD box sets for years. That’s about to change, because the animated Dark Knight is finally coming to HD. Although it’s not the first time this particular…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 9 '17

The Haunting First Footage of Castle Rock Introduces Us to a Small Town Full of Dark Secrets

I mean, when you’re pitching yourself as being “From the Mind of Stephen King,” you damn well better have a small slice of Americana hiding some messed up stuff. But Castle Rock’s own take on a classic King trope looks as starkly gorgeous as it does creepy. Set in the titular Maine town, Castle Rock…

Trailers James Whitbrook Oct 9 '17

Constantine Makes a Deal With a Demon in the First Look at His Animated Series

Constantine is coming back the CW, a bit more two-dimensional than the last time we saw him on Arrow, through a new animated series. And if you were dying for more of Matt Ryan in action as the sarcastic spell-slinging demon hunter, then this preview should be more than enough to whet your appetite. Unveiled…

Trailers James Whitbrook Oct 9 '17

Avengers 4 Set Pictures Reveal a Radical New Look for Hawkeye

Ridley Scott teases the focus of his next Alien movie. John Constantine is returning to live-action again. Gillian Anderson’s X-Files future is up in the air. Riverdale has found its long-lost Cooper brother. Plus, more footage from Professor Marston and the Wonder Women. Spoilers, away! Avengers 4 MCU Exchange has unearthed set pictures of multiple…

Television James Whitbrook Oct 9 '17

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Arrow‘s Return Brings With It a Big Old Problem For Oliver Queen

For Satan’s Sake, Read the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

In the Final Trailer for Stranger Things Season Two, Everyone’s Headed to the Upside Down

Beetlejuice 2 Has Taken a Step Towards Maybe Actually Happening

Legendary Horror Manga Writer Junji Ito’s Most Chilling Works Will Become an Anime Anthology

This Week’s Issue of Runaways Makes Marvel Comics’ Entire Timeline a Crazy Mess

Batman vs. Two-Face Is a Perfect Tribute to the Endless Charm of Adam West’s Bright Knight

Thor: Ragnarok Director Taika Waititi Discusses Those Live-Action Akira Rumors

Stranger Things Is Getting a Waffle-Based Card Game, And I’m So Confused Right Now

Coran and Allura Learn the History of Milkshakes in This Hilarious Voltron Season 4 Clip

The Best Part of Last Night’s Flash Premiere Was Everyone But Barry Allen

Could There Be More Than One Wedding in the CW’s DC Crossover?

All the Secrets About the Battles to Come Hidden in the New Star Wars: The Last Jedi Trailer

New Rumors Tease Some Big Changes for Jodie Whittaker’s First Season of Doctor Who

DC’s Next Big Flash Story Pits the First Wally West Against Barry Allen

McDonald’s Will Bring Szechuan Sauce Back This Winter After Rick and Morty Hysteria

At Long Last, Batman: The Animated Series Is Coming to Blu-Ray

The Haunting First Footage of Castle Rock Introduces Us to a Small Town Full of Dark Secrets

Constantine Makes a Deal With a Demon in the First Look at His Animated Series

Avengers 4 Set Pictures Reveal a Radical New Look for Hawkeye

The Race to Build the Next Generation of Weight Loss Pills Is Heating Up

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Xprize Founder Insists All the New Tech That’s Surveilling Humans Makes Us ‘Behave Better’

Scientists Think Uranus and Neptune May Not Be the Ice Giants We Imagined

‘Lee Cronin’s The Mummy’ Sinks Its Teeth Into HBO Max Next Week

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‘Avengers: Endgame’ Gets a New Title for Its Re-Release

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