James Whitbrook, Author at Gizmodo

So Many Casting Rumors: Green Lantern, Episode VIII, and Doctor Strange!

We’re already getting casting rumors for Star Wars Episode VIII. Chris Pine has been offered not one, but two DC roles. Henry Cavill thinks there’s a future for Superman-only Man of Steel sequels. A bizarre commercial offers us our first sound of’s Thing speaking. Plus more Ant-Man footage. So many Spoilers! Green Lantern/Wonder Woman Birth…

Television James Whitbrook Jul 7 '15

Dark Horse’s New Dragon Age Comic is All About Murdering Mages

Poor magic users. In the world of the Dragon Age video games, they’re relentlessly persecuted because of their talents, to the point of captivity or even death. Now the latest Dragon Age comic is basically all about Mages being hunted down and killed. They can never catch a break, these mages! Dragon Age: Magekiller is…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jul 6 '15

The iZombie Action Figure Comes With All The Brain-Eating Tools You Need

iZombie was a pleasant surprise when it debuted on the CW earlier this year, but the most pleasant surprise of all? That we’re getting merchandise for it—Diamond Select have announced they’re bringing Liv and friends to the world of action figures, and Liv herself is coming with some pretty fabulous accessories. Announced by Entertainment Weekly,…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 6 '15

Warren Ellis Is Writing the New James Bond Comic

When Dynamite announced their official James Bond comic series, details were (perhaps appropriately for a book about a secret agent) scarce—but now we know a little more about the ongoing series, including the fact that it’s kicking off with a story penned by Transmetropolitan’s Warren Ellis. Interestingly, the announcement reveals that Ellis is not writing…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jul 6 '15

Why Does Batman Hate Superman in Batman v. Superman?

How will future Terminator films handle John Connor? Netflix may be having trouble deciding how to take on Iron Fist. Plus there’s a ton more Batman v Superman details, speculation on the return of a certain Game of Thrones star, and new looks at Mockingjay Part 2 and Once Upon A Time. Spoilers Get! Batman…

Television James Whitbrook Jul 6 '15

Peter Capaldi Teases a “Cataclysmic” Mistake Coming in Doctor Who

Ben Affleck hints that Batman and Wonder Woman will know each other’s secrets in Batman v Superman. Corey Stoll discusses Yellowjacket’s motivation in Ant-Man. Plus, new looks at Mission Impossible 5, Deadpool, Ash vs. Evil Dead, The Walking Dead and more. So many Spoilers! Batman v Superman Ben Affleck briefly discusses the scene where Bruce…

Television James Whitbrook Jul 3 '15

You Get to Choose the Next Star Wars Black Series Figure

For many years, Hasbro has polled its Star Wars fanbase to create special “Fan Choice” figures—usually for characters who wouldn’t be considered for figures. For the first time this year they’re bringing the concept to their 6-inch Black Series line, and voting is now open for you to decide who gets immortalised in plastic. After…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 2 '15

Saga Creator Brian K. Vaughan is Going to Write a Walking Dead Story

For its entire 12 year run so far The Walking Dead comic has been written by one person: Robert Kirkman. That’s about to change, however—for the first time, another writer is coming to the comic, and it’s none other than Saga and Y: The Last Man’s Brian K. Vaughan. The one-shot issue was announced at…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jul 2 '15

The 12 Creepiest Card Descriptions in Magic: The Gathering

One of the most iconic elements of Magic: The Gathering is the tiny snippets of lore written on the bottom of each card, known as “flavor text” to fans. These bits of story are frequently funny, but just as often they can be haunting. Here are 12 bits of flavor that turn good Magic cards…

io9 James Whitbrook Jul 2 '15

Holy Cow, Sentinel’s Hulkbuster Figure Looks Amazing

We’ve already gotten a pretty decent look at Sentinel’s Re:Edit Hulkbuster toy in its prototype form, and it looked outstanding then—but this is our first look at the final figure, and it somehow manages to look even more fabulous now. Coming iin at just under 10 inches tall, the Hulkbuster—a rad redesign of the original…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 2 '15

Peyton Reed Already Wants To Make Another Ant-Man—Starring Hank Pym

Channing Tatum talks about preparing to play Gambit. Fear The Walking Dead is all about families. Syfy announces a strange new horror series. Plus, what’s to come on Zoo and Under the Dome, more Fantastic Four footage, a female director returns to Doctor Who, and Agent Carter hits Comic-Con. Spoilers get! Ant-Man Peyton Reed is…

Television James Whitbrook Jul 2 '15

Game of Thrones is Getting its Own “Lego For Grown-Ups”

Winter is, err, under construction? McFarlane Toys have announced that they are branching out their line of bizarre, yet totally awesome construction toys based on The Walking Dead to another humongous TV franchise: Game of Thrones. Once again, the idea is baffling, and yet also absolutely fantastic. https://gizmodo.com/mcfarlanes-walking-dead-lego-continues-to-be-both-neat-1686078329 Due to be unveiled properly at Comic-Con…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 1 '15

Midnighter is The Best Portrayal of a Gay Superhero in Mainstream Comics

When Wildstorm became a DC Comics imprint, Midnighter became one of DC’s greatest gay characters. As part of DC’s recent publishing revamp he’s finally gotten a new solo series, a first in nearly a decade—and so far, Midnighter represents one of the best portrayals of an out superhero in comics right now. Minor spoilers for…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jul 1 '15

The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Are Getting a New Comic!

It’s been a long time since the Power Rangers team that started it all has graced TV screens, but with a movie reboot on the horizon and 22 seasons of Super Sentai antics under its belt across various incarnations, the original teenagers with attitude are making a welcome return to comics. Boom Studios has announced…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jul 1 '15

First Look At The Batman v Superman Toys That Are Heading To Comic-Con

With Marvel skipping Comic-Con this year, Batman v Superman plans to dominate the Superhero movie talk at the convention—and the movie is bringing in the merchandising to help do so. We already got our first look at the Funko Pop! Batman and Superman, but now we’ve got a look at even more toys! Similar to…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 1 '15

Mondo is Making Incredible, Comics-Accurate Ninja Turtles Figures

Excellent poster-makers and awesome vinyl distributors Mondo have slowly been getting into the action figure market recently—and while their recent “Original Turtle” figure was pretty damn amazing, this latest figure takes it to a whole new level. Announced as part of Mondo’s exclusives range at San Diego Comic-Con next week, the 11 inch tall, 1/6…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jul 1 '15

Joseph Gordon-Levitt Discusses Why Sandman is a Movie and Not a TV Show

Scott Lang learns how to take a punch in new Ant-Man footage. The Minority Report TV show casts a major lead. The Vampire Diaries is adding a new lesbian couple. Plus, set reports from X-Files filming, the cast and crew talk new characters coming to The Flash, and a new teaser for Hannibal. Behold, Spoilers!…

Television James Whitbrook Jul 1 '15

In This Week’s Comics, Canada Defends Itself From an American Invasion

Oh, and did we mention that the U.S. brought giant robots with them? And that this was written by Saga’s Brian K. Vaughn? We Stand On Guard leads the charge of all the coolest new comics starting this week, but it’s not all there is: Barb Wire makes her return! Space Knights! Grant Morrison madness!…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jun 30 '15

Tuesday Game Room: Ridiculous Game Name Edition

It might be a quiet week, but we have not one, but two different ridiculously named games out: Blazblue Chrono Phantasma Extend and Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation. While I go laugh at those, come and discuss what you’ve been playing in this week’s Tuesday Game Room! What have you been playing this week? Like…

Tech News James Whitbrook Jun 30 '15

Marvel Just Revealed Its Entire “All-New, All-Different” Comic Universe

Whoa. We’ve been getting dribs and drabs of reveals for Marvel’s upcoming universal reboot over the past week, but it looks like the jackpot has just hit: Comics retailers across the world have received previews for 45(!) of Marvel’s new series, and it sounds like it’s a whole lot of crazy. The previews book leaked…

Books & Comics James Whitbrook Jun 30 '15

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So Many Casting Rumors: Green Lantern, Episode VIII, and Doctor Strange!

Dark Horse’s New Dragon Age Comic is All About Murdering Mages

The iZombie Action Figure Comes With All The Brain-Eating Tools You Need

Warren Ellis Is Writing the New James Bond Comic

Why Does Batman Hate Superman in Batman v. Superman?

Peter Capaldi Teases a “Cataclysmic” Mistake Coming in Doctor Who

You Get to Choose the Next Star Wars Black Series Figure

Saga Creator Brian K. Vaughan is Going to Write a Walking Dead Story

The 12 Creepiest Card Descriptions in Magic: The Gathering

Holy Cow, Sentinel’s Hulkbuster Figure Looks Amazing

Peyton Reed Already Wants To Make Another Ant-Man—Starring Hank Pym

Game of Thrones is Getting its Own “Lego For Grown-Ups”

Midnighter is The Best Portrayal of a Gay Superhero in Mainstream Comics

The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Are Getting a New Comic!

First Look At The Batman v Superman Toys That Are Heading To Comic-Con

Mondo is Making Incredible, Comics-Accurate Ninja Turtles Figures

Joseph Gordon-Levitt Discusses Why Sandman is a Movie and Not a TV Show

In This Week’s Comics, Canada Defends Itself From an American Invasion

Tuesday Game Room: Ridiculous Game Name Edition

Marvel Just Revealed Its Entire “All-New, All-Different” Comic Universe

Shark ChillPill Cooling System Drops to a Record Low, Combining Fan, Mist, and Cooling Plate in One Summer Gadget for Less

Seagate’s Xbox NVMe SSD Just Got a Prime Day Double Discount, Nearly 40% Off After Stackable Coupon

‘Supergirl’ Star Milly Alcock, Writer Ana Nogueira on What Excited Them Most About Kara’s Story

Deadly Proteins Behind Mad Cow Disease Might Help Us Fight Superbugs

Amazon Sells This 9-Figure LEGO Star Wars Battle Pack Cheaper Than the Official LEGO Site

This Hisense 55″ Mini-LED 4K 144Hz TV Costs Less Than a Dumb 43″ Screen on Amazon

Prime Day Gets This Blink Video Doorbell to 60% Off, Amazon Stops Just Short of Free

Nothing’s New Budget Phone Is Making a Bold Camera Choice

Why Would Amazon’s CEO Try to Kneecap Anthropic by Tattling to Trump?

This Bose Speaker With 20-Hour Battery Hits Record Low as Amazon Clears Stock for Prime Day

Fender Elie 6 Review: So Close to Being Great

Govee Outdoor Chromatic String Lights Review: A Colorful Way to (Kind of) Light Your Patio

Logitech’s Folding Travel Mouse Fails at the One Thing That Matters Most

Maingear MG-1 (2026) Review: A Clean, Serene Gaming Machine for a Premium Price

Segway Navimow X430 Review: A Featureful Mow-Bot

GoPro Mission 1 Pro Review: The Best GoPro, Just Not the Best Camera

The Best Tech Gifts for Father’s Day 2026

This Ultrasonic Knife Is More Than Just a Gimmick—at Least Sometimes

Razer Hammerhead V3 HyperSpeed Review: Exceptionally Mediocre

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