The World’s Finest has published its review of Insight Editions’ Batman: The Animated Series: The Phantom City Creative Collection, available through traditional and digital retailers starting Oct. 6, 2020. In short, Batman: The Animated Series: The Phantom City Creative Collection is one of most arresting books to hit shelves this year. Mondo’s work, on display here, is imaginative, slick and bursting with admiration and respect for Batman: The Animated Series, and Insight Editions pulls out all the stops in making sure the presentation is second-to-none. It’s serves as tangible representation of the enduring legacy of the beloved cartoon classic, and you couldn’t ask for a better example.
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Insight Editions describes Batman: The Animated Series: The Phantom City Creative Collection as follows:
Over the years, Mondo has received global recognition for their astonishing artisanal posters, and their creations for Batman: The Animated Series are no exception. The studio has partnered exclusively with the award-winning artist at Phantom City Creative, Inc., Justin Erickson, in order to bring this show to life in a striking and unparalleled way. Paul Dini, longtime writer and co-producer of the Animated Series (and co-creator of Harley Quinn), contributes a wonderful introduction. Filled with Erikson’s slick graphic design as well as beautifully rendered illustrations, Batman: The Animated Series: The Phantom City Creative Collection is a one-of-a-kind tribute to one of the greatest animated shows of all time.
Insight Editions’ Batman: The Animated Series: The Phantom City Creative Collection is available through your favorite traditional and digital retailers starting Oct. 6, 2020.
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DC Comics has provided details for its December 2020-shipping titles, which include the final issue of the digital-first mini-series Batman: The Adventures Continue. The seven-issue mini-series, which features new stories from the world of Batman: The Animated Series, debuts new issues digitally before print editions are made available one-two months later. DC Comics is also releasing the final issue of its special $2 The Batman Adventures series, along with Batman Adventures and Justice League Unlimited digest-sized collections. Continue below for artwork and release details.
BATMAN: THE ADVENTURES CONTINUE #7 (of 7)
Written by ALAN BURNETT and PAUL DINI
Art by TY TEMPLETON
Cover by BECKY CLOONAN
Variant cover by JUSTIN ERICKSON
ON SALE 12/1/20
$3.99 US | 32 PAGES | 7 OF 7 | FC | DC
The stage is set for Jason Todd’s master plan. Batman must kill The Joker – or Red Hood will kill Robin! Can Batman turn the tables on his Boy Wonder turned bad and save Tim Drake, or will Batman finally put an end to the Clown Prince of Crime’s shenanigans?
DC CLASSICS: THE BATMAN ADVENTURES #7
written by KELLEY PUCKETT
art and cover by MIKE PAROBECK and RICK BURCHETT
ON SALE 12/1/20
$1.99 US | 32 PAGES | FC | DC
FINAL ISSUE
In this final issue of the all-ages reprint series, the Dark Knight tracks a fugitive from Chicago to an underground wrestling ring in the heart of Gotham City, where Killer Croc wrestles under the name the Masked Marauder!
BATMAN ADVENTURES: ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER TP
Written by TY TEMPLETON, CHUCK DIXON, SCOTT PETERSON, and GABE SORIA
Art by RICK BURCHETT, TIM LEVINS, CRAIG ROUSSEAU, and DEAN HASPIEL
Cover by DEAN HASPIEL
ON SALE 1/5/21
$9.99 US | 160 PAGES | 5.5″ x 8″ | FC
ISBN: 978-1-77950-723-5
Robin takes the lead in this series of stories set in the beloved world of Batman: The Animated Series! A criminal uncovers Robin’s secret identity – and attempts to profit from his discovery! Plus, when Batman’s poisoned, Robin only has six hours to find the cure – and Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn are standing in his way. Collects Batman: Gotham Adventures #7, #19, #29, #42, #54, and Batman Adventures #9.
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED: HOCUS POCUS TP
Written by ADAM BEECHEN, JASON HALL, MATT WAYNE, and BEN McCOOL
Art by CARLO BARBERI, RICK BURCHETT, MIN S. KU, and DARIO BRIZUELA
Cover by ZACH HOWARD
ON SALE 2/2/21
$9.99 US | 144 PAGES | 5.5″ x 8″ | FC
ISBN: 978-1-77950-754-9
DC’s greatest superheroes team up to defend Earth against unpredictably dark, ancient, and mystical forces! Facing off against Dr. Destiny, ancient evils, demons, and other supernatural threats isn’t easy. This collection features the iconic core members of the Justice League as they enlist the help of an expanded roster featuring Stargirl, Deadman, Blue Devil, Doctor Fate, Zatanna, and more to take action against the dark, magical forces of the DC Universe, including the Shadow Thief and an out-of-control Spectre! Collects Justice League Unlimited #11, #14, #25, #33, #37, and #40.
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Insight Editions, the acclaimed publisher, has provided The World’s Finest with press details on its forthcoming hardcover release, Batman: The Animated Series – The Phantom Creative Collection. The book will showcase and explore the recent Batman: The Animated Series-inspired artwork released by Mondo, the world-renowned art gallery which focuses heavily on music, art, film and collectibles. Batman: The Animated Series – The Phantom Creative Collection will be available from Insight Edition in hardcover starting October 6, 2020 for $60US.
Continue below for further press details and imagery. Please note that while the press release belows give the book a September 15, 2020 release date, Insight Editions confirms the book will now be released on October 6, 2020.
INSIGHT EDITIONS AND MONDO PRESENT
BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES
THE PHANTOM CITY CREATIVE COLLECTION
Art by Justin Erikson
Introduction by Paul Dini
Mondo and Insight Editions are proud to present Batman: The Animated Series – The Phantom Creative Collection [Sept 15, 2020; $60.00] a visually breathtaking celebration of the Emmy Award–winning series.
Known for their limitless passion and incredible ingenuity for film and television posters, Mondo turns their attention to the highly acclaimed DC show Batman: The Animated Series. The show first aired in 1992 and was instantly met with critical praise for its sophisticated writing, bold storytelling and distinctive, noir-influenced art style, generating an intense following that thrives to this day.
Over the years, Mondo has received global recognition for their astonishing artisanal posters, and their creations for Batman: The Animated Series are no exception. The studio has partnered exclusively with the award-winning artist at Phantom City Creative, Inc., Justin Erickson, in order to bring this show to life in a striking and unparalleled way. Paul Dini, longtime writer and co-producer of the Animated Series (and co-creator of Harley Quinn), contributes a wonderful introduction. Filled with Erikson’s slick graphic design as well as beautifully rendered illustrations, Batman: The Animated Series: The Phantom City Creative Collection is a one-of-a-kind tribute to one of the greatest animated shows of all time.
ABOUT JUSTIN ERICKSON
Justin Erickson is the creative director and co-founder of Phantom City Creative, Inc. As an award-winning graphic designer and illustrator, Erickson has won over 17 Key Art Awards for his work on popular media such as Godzilla, Jaws, Jurassic Park, and more.
ABOUT PAUL DINI
Paul Dini is an American writer and producer whose work has spanned all forms of mass media. Some of his television credits include Superman: The Animated Series, Justice League, Justice League Unlimited and Batman: The Animated Series. One of his greatest character contributions was the co-creation (alongside Bruce Timm) of Dr. Harleen Quinzel, more famously known as Harley Quinn.
ABOUT MONDO
Mondo is an art gallery and online store devoted to a passionate love of film, art, music, and collectibles. The company has received global recognition for bringing art back to movie poster design and has emerged as one of the leading curators of classic and contemporary film soundtracks on vinyl.
ABOUT INSIGHT EDITIONS
Celebrated for its unwavering dedication to quality, Insight Editions is a publisher of innovative books and collectibles that push the boundaries of creativity, design, and production. Through its acclaimed film, television, and gaming program, Insight strives to produce unique books and products that provide new ways to engage with fan-favorite characters and stories. For more information, visit www.insighteditions.com.
ABOUT DC
DC is one of the largest English-language publishers of comics and graphic novels in the world and home to some of the most iconic and recognizable characters ever created. As a creative unit of WarnerMedia, DC is charged with strategically integrating its stories and characters across film, television, consumer products, home entertainment, interactive games, and the DC Universe digital subscription service. For more information visit dccomics.com and dcuniverse.com.
ABOUT WARNER BROS. CONSUMER PRODUCTS
Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP), a WarnerMedia Company, extends the Studio’s powerful portfolio of entertainment brands and franchises into the lives of fans around the world. WBCP partners with best-in-class licensees globally on an award-winning range of toys, fashion, home décor, and publishing inspired by franchises and properties such as DC, Wizarding World, Looney Tunes, Hanna-Barbera, HBO, Cartoon Network and Adult Swim. The division’s successful global themed entertainment business includes groundbreaking experiences such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. With innovative global licensing and merchandising programs, retail initiatives, promotional partnerships and themed experiences, WBCP is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.
BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES – THE PHANTOM CITY CREATIVE COLLECTION
Insight Editions | Sept 2020 | 9.25 in. × 12.75 in. | 144 pages
Hardcover | $60.00
ISBN: 978-1-68383-964-4
Batman: The Animated Series – The Phantom Creative Collection will be available from Insight Edition in hardcover starting October 6, 2020 for $60US through traditional and digital retail outlets. Stay tuned for further coverage on Batman: The Animated Series – The Phantom Creative Collection, including a review and more. Plus, for more on Batman: The Animated Series, check out the extensive dedicated subsite right here at The World’s Finest. Discuss this news by clicking the link below.
DC Comics has released details for its November 2020-shipping titles, including the latest issue of the digital-first mini-series Batman: The Adventures Continue. The seven-issue mini-series, featuring new stories from the world of Batman: The Animated Series, debuts new issues digitally before print editions are made available one-two months later. DC Comics is also releasing a special $2 reprint of The Batman Adventures #6. Continue below for artwork and release details.
BATMAN: THE ADVENTURES CONTINUE #6
Written by PAUL DINI and ALAN BURNETT
Art by TY TEMPLETON and MARK MORALES
Cover by KHARY RANDOLPH
Variant cover by KAARE ANDREWS
ON SALE 11/3/20
$3.99 US | 32 PAGES | 6 OF 7 | FC | DC
Batman’s clash with Jason Todd continues as he hunts for information on his former Boy Wonder. Meanwhile, Alfred recounts Jason’s rampage against the criminal underbelly of Gotham City and what led him to a confrontation with the Clown Prince of Crime, The Joker!
DC CLASSICS: THE BATMAN ADVENTURES #6
Written by KELLEY PUCKETT
Art by BRAD RADER and RICK BURCHETT
Cover by RICK BURCHETT
ON SALE 11/3/20
$1.99 US | 32 PAGES | FC | DC
Bruce Wayne-murderer?! Gotham City’s most prominent citizen is found in a locked room with a dead body and no way out except for a high window. Is it possible for the man we all know as Batman to be guilty?
Additional details and imagery for Batman: The Adventures Continue available at The World’s Finest. Plus, stay tuned for further updates on Batman: The Adventures Continue right here at The World’s Finest. For more on Batman: The Animated Series and Justice League Unlimited, check out their respective extensive dedicated subsites right here and here.
DC Comics has provided details for its October 2020-shipping titles, including the latest issue of the digital-first mini-series Batman: The Adventures Continue. The seven-issue mini-series, which features new stories from the world of Batman: The Animated Series, debuts new issues digitally before print editions are made available one-two months later. DC Comics is also releasing a special $2 reprint of The Batman Adventures #5 and a Justice League Unlimited digest-sized collection featuring the Legion of Super Heroes. Continue below for artwork and release details.
BATMAN: THE ADVENTURES CONTINUE #5
Written by PAUL DINI and ALAN BURNETT
Art by TY TEMPLETON
Cover by PAOLO RIVERA and JOE RIVERA
Variant cover by SEAN “CHEEKS” GALLOWAY
ON SALE 10/6/20
$3.99 US | 32 PAGES | 5 OF 7 | FC | DC
Batman is scrambling as he learns the true identity of the man who’s been stalking him and the rest of the Bat-Family. As Batman and Alfred reel from the revelation, Tim demands answers! Batman’s greatest shame is finally revealed!
DC CLASSICS: THE BATMAN ADVENTURES #5
Written by MARTIN PASKO and KELLEY PUCKETT
Art by BRAD RADER and RICK BURCHETT
Cover by MIKE PAROBECK and RICH BURCHETT
ON SALE 10/6/20
$1.99 US | 32 PAGES | FC | DC
The Dynamic Duo find out that the Scarecrow is the one who has robbed Gotham City of its literacy. Now it’s up to them to find a way to stop him! Even Professor Crane has doubts about what he is doing, and questions how a man who has dedicated his life to education can continues with a plan like this.
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED: TIME AFTER TIME TP
written by ADAM BEECHEN, STUART MOORE, JASON HALL, and STEVE VANCE
art by CARLO BARBERI, GORDON PURCELL, TIM LEVINS, MIN S. KU, and JOHN DELANEY
cover by TOM FEISTER
ON SALE 11/3/20
$9.99 US | 160 PAGES | 5.5″ x 8″
FC | DC
ISBN: 978-1-77950-724-2
No matter where—or when—evil hides, the Justice League is ready to defeat it! This collection of all-ages stories set in the animated world of Justice League Unlimited include a trip to the future where our heroes team up with the Legion of Super-Heroes to try to defeat Kilg%re! The Justice League also travel to medieval Camelot—helping Shining Knight defend his kingdom from Morgan Le Fey and her evil army! And it’s a trip to the Wild West as Wonder Woman, Elongated Man, and Vigilante enlist the help of Jonah Hex, Bat Lash, and El Diablo to go up against the Time Commander! Collects Adventures in the DC Universe #10, Justice League Adventures #28, #30, and #34, and Justice League Unlimited #9 and #19.
Additional details and imagery for Batman: The Adventures Continue available at The World’s Finest. Plus, stay tuned for further updates on Batman: The Adventures Continue right here at The World’s Finest. For more on Batman: The Animated Series and Justice League Unlimited, check out their respective extensive dedicated subsites right here and here.