James Whitbrook, Author at Gizmodo

RIP Robert Banks Stewart, the Man Who Gave Doctor Who One of its Best Monsters

British writer Robert Banks Stewart, best known as the creator of Doctor Who’s shapeshifting alien menace the Zygons, has passed away at the age of 84. The Zygons might be Stewart’s most famous creation, but his brief association with the series gave us some of its finest episodes. Stewart was a journalist before he turned…

io9 James Whitbrook Jan 15 '16

Rogue One Could Feature a Star Wars Character We Thought We’d Never See Again

Civil War will balance its dark moments with some superhero humor. The long-awaited Jumanji reboot gets a director. Chris Pine talks Wonder Woman. The Magicians will lean into the horror elements of the books. Plus, more superheroes in DC TV shows, and ridiculously meta Deadpool adverts. Spoilers Now! Star Wars: Rogue One Making Star Wars…

Television James Whitbrook Jan 15 '16

We’re Finally Getting Those Rainbow Batman Figures

You wouldn’t think that a six pack of repainted Batman action figures had a tumultuous history, but here we are. Early last year, DC almost released this collection of toys based on one of the most infamously absurd covers of Detective Comics—but the set lost out on a fan poll, dooming it to non-existence… until…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jan 15 '16

The New Power Rangers Comic is the Exact Sort of Nostalgia Trip You Wanted, and More

Within the first six pages of Boom’s new Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers series, the teen heroes declare that it’s “Morphin’ Time” and hold out the small handheld devices that transform them into the Power Rangers. It’s a moment that is ripped straight from the TV series so cleanly, I almost felt like a kid again.…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jan 14 '16

Poe Dameron is Getting His Own Star Wars Comic Series

It’s been a miserably sad week in the world of popular culture, but here’s something to cheer us all up: Marvel’s Star Wars comics are officially delving into The Force Awakens content in style, with a series all about our new favorite X-Wing pilot, Poe Dameron. As revealed by USA Today, Poe Dameron will be…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jan 14 '16

This Spectacular Spider-Man Figure Lives Up to the Name

There are many, many, awesome figures of Spider-Man out there. Which isn’t surprising, since the character makes a buttload of cash for Marvel. But this latest “Spectacular Spider-Man” version from Diamond Select might be one of the best comic-true renderings of Peter Parker that there’s ever been. It’s been a few years since the Marvel…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jan 14 '16

George Miller Would Now Love to Make More Mad Max Movies

Remember the ancient days of two days ago, when Mad Max director George Miller said that he doesn’t want to make more Mad Max? Well, this morning, Mad Max: Fury Road secured Oscar nominations for Best Picture and Best Director. So try not to be surprised when Miller says he’s totally in for more! https://gizmodo.com/why-does-director-george-miller-suddenly-not-want-to-ma-1752500224…

Movies James Whitbrook Jan 14 '16

Secret Wars Is Finally Over, So Here’s Why the Fantastic Four Disappeared

Secret Wars is finally at an end, and we’ve finally gotten an answer to a question that’s plagued Marvel readers ever since the “All-New, All-Different” universe began: What the hell happened to Reed Richards and Sue Storm, half of the Fantastic Four? Turns out, Marvel’s First Family is doing some pretty crazy stuff. https://gizmodo.com/did-you-forget-what-marvels-secret-wars-was-about-let-1752819303 There…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jan 14 '16

How DC’s Brand New Office Comedy Can Use As Many Superheroes As It Wants

Michael Bay says the next Transformers film really is his last. Ryan Coogler gets excited for Black Panther. Don’t hold your breath for Sean Bean to return to Game of Thrones. Plus, a new clip from Agent Carter, updates on Twin Peaks, and when The Walking Dead will shamble back onto TV. Behold, Spoilers! Black…

Television James Whitbrook Jan 14 '16

Superman Threatens to End Batman in the First Clip From Batman V Superman

Director Zack Snyder paid a visit to Conan last night, and he brought a clip—the very first from Batman v Superman. Suffice to say, it’s a pretty tense moment between the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight. Check it out! The clip appears to be the climax of the first major scuffle between Batman…

Movies James Whitbrook Jan 14 '16

Did You Forget What Marvel’s Secret Wars Was About? Let Us Remind You!

Marvel finally did it. Eight months after it began, Secret Wars came to a close today, after nine issues of reality-bending madness. No idea what the fuss is? Want to get in on the event that brought us an All-New Marvel universe, juuuust as it’s ending? What the hell happened to the Fantastic Four? Here’s…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jan 13 '16

The Rejected Fantastic Four Concept Posters Are About 4,000 Percent Better Than the Movie

Fantastic Four was a huge mess in every way. Even its marketing wasn’t exactly dynamic and exciting, its posters full of a sullen Fantastic Four glaring out at you. But oh, what might have been, if we take a look at the art of Dave Rapoza, who helped plan Fox’s original ideas for the film’s…

Movies James Whitbrook Jan 13 '16

All The Incredible Comics That Will Melt Your Wallet in 2016

2015 was a great year for comic books, and 2016 is shaping up to be just as exciting—and financially ruinous. Seriously, take a deep breath, look longingly at your wallet, and get ready to write up your pull list of some of 2016’s coolest sounding comics. https://gizmodo.com/the-20-best-comics-and-graphic-novels-of-2015-1748709046 JANUARY Dragon Age: Magekiller #2 (Dark Horse)—This series…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jan 13 '16

The BBC is Bringing Back Robot Wars, the Original Robot Fighting Show

Sure, BattleBots was cool, but let’s not forget the real father of Robot TV deathmatches broadcast for our pleasure: the classic BBC series Robot Wars. Fans of violent robotic combat rejoice then, because the BBC are bringing back the series with more robots, and some mandatory science bits to distract you from the FIGHTING ROBOTS.…

Television James Whitbrook Jan 13 '16

The Unlikely Way That Agent Carter Will Connect with Doctor Strange

The World War Z sequel loses its director. Zack Snyder teases the mythology of Batman v Superman’s villain. Supergirl could actually cross over with The Flash and Arrow. Plus, new TV spots for Deadpool and Legends of Tomorrow, plus images from the return of The X-Files. Spoilers now! Batman v Superman Zack Snyder teases the…

Television James Whitbrook Jan 13 '16

This Interview With the Guy Who Played Jar Jar Binks Is Tragic as Hell

Jar Jar Binks is the epicentre of so many people’s rage about the issues of the Star Wars prequels, or even Star Wars in general. But people often forget that under the CG alien was actor Ahmed Best—and he’s spent over a decade having to deal with Jar Jar’s reputation. A new interview with Best…

io9 James Whitbrook Jan 12 '16

Discover the Origins of Abe Sapien‘s Latest Occult Villain in This Exclusive Comic Preview

The adventures of Hellboy and his friends in the pages of Dark Horses comics have always examined the spooky underpinnings of the occult. But this week’s issue of Abe Sapien takes a whole new look at Western occultism, through the gorgeously macabre art of Santiago Caruso—and io9 has an exclusive look! A warning: some of…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jan 12 '16

The Next Wave of Star Wars Toys is All About Rey

The way toy manufacturing works, it’s likely Hasbro had always intended that the first post-release Force Awakens toys would include more merchandise that highlights Rey. But after facing mass backlash at her perceived absence, you can be sure as hell they’re going to let you know she’s included. https://gizmodo.com/the-coolest-star-wars-rey-toys-that-you-can-actually-bu-1751552945 Just a small reminder: If you’ve…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jan 12 '16

The Incredible Hulk May Have Just Revealed Cate Blanchett’s Role In Thor: Ragnarok

A new hoodie probably doesn’t give us a glimpse of Spider-Man’s Civil War costume. There’s plans for a lot of characters in Avengers: Infinity War. Pacific Rim 2 still lives. Arrow’s executives firmly deny recent rumors about Felicity’s fate. Plus, Princess Leia in Star Wars Rebels, and new Deadpool footage. Spoilers Get! Thor: Ragnarok Following…

Television James Whitbrook Jan 12 '16

A Reminder That Clark Kent and Lois Lane Used to Pretty Much Hate Each Other

Lois and Clark. It’s a pairing held up as one of the dreamiest in all comics, the classic romance of the secret superhero and the no-nonsense reporter that loved him. The two have gone through some rough spots—but let’s not forget, in their earlier incarnations, Lois and Clark could be real douchey to each other.…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jan 11 '16

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RIP Robert Banks Stewart, the Man Who Gave Doctor Who One of its Best Monsters

Rogue One Could Feature a Star Wars Character We Thought We’d Never See Again

We’re Finally Getting Those Rainbow Batman Figures

The New Power Rangers Comic is the Exact Sort of Nostalgia Trip You Wanted, and More

Poe Dameron is Getting His Own Star Wars Comic Series

This Spectacular Spider-Man Figure Lives Up to the Name

George Miller Would Now Love to Make More Mad Max Movies

Secret Wars Is Finally Over, So Here’s Why the Fantastic Four Disappeared

How DC’s Brand New Office Comedy Can Use As Many Superheroes As It Wants

Superman Threatens to End Batman in the First Clip From Batman V Superman

Did You Forget What Marvel’s Secret Wars Was About? Let Us Remind You!

The Rejected Fantastic Four Concept Posters Are About 4,000 Percent Better Than the Movie

All The Incredible Comics That Will Melt Your Wallet in 2016

The BBC is Bringing Back Robot Wars, the Original Robot Fighting Show

The Unlikely Way That Agent Carter Will Connect with Doctor Strange

This Interview With the Guy Who Played Jar Jar Binks Is Tragic as Hell

Discover the Origins of Abe Sapien‘s Latest Occult Villain in This Exclusive Comic Preview

The Next Wave of Star Wars Toys is All About Rey

The Incredible Hulk May Have Just Revealed Cate Blanchett’s Role In Thor: Ragnarok

A Reminder That Clark Kent and Lois Lane Used to Pretty Much Hate Each Other

Forget Prime Day, Amazon Already Cut AirPods 4 to Near Their Lowest Price Ever

Forget Traveling With Four Chargers, This Tiny 100W GaN Block Replaces All of Them for Less Than a Basic Laptop Adapter

This Solar Security Camera Runs Forever on Sunlight, Amazon Just Cut It to a New Low

Amazon Cuts the Beats Studio Pro by More Than Half, Now 3x Cheaper Than Apple’s Rival

The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Just Hit Its Lowest Price, Now Cheaper Than a Month at the Gym

This 15-Inch Portable Monitor Has 11,000 Five-Star Reviews and Amazon Just Cut It in Half

Bose QuietComfort Hits a New 90-Day Low on Amazon, Now Half the Price of AirPods Max

Art the Clown Will Haunt a New Holiday

Forget Apple’s Overpriced Charger, Anker’s 2-Pack With Cables Is Cheaper on Amazon

Forget the Apple Store, Amazon Sells the New MacBook Neo Cheaper with the Same Guarantee

JBL Live 780NC Review: Solid Wireless Headphones You Can Live Without

Acer’s Swift 16 AI (2026) Gets a Lot Right, But I Can’t Get Past the Trackpad

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G Review: Not Worth It at Full Price

Logitech G G512 X Review: The Tasting Menu of a Pro Gaming Keyboard

Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone Review: AI Can’t Save This Robot Vacuum

The Best Tech Gifts for Mother’s Day 2026

Asus’ Dual-Display Gaming Laptop Will Ruin Your Single-Screen Lifestyle

Steam Controller Review: Trackpads Change Everything for PC Gaming

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Anker’s UV Printer Can Handle Almost Anything… If You Know What You’re Doing