Site News: New “Justice League” Animated Series Confirmed
Taking a break from our regular site updates, The World’s Finest has an update on an upcoming animated project from Warner Bros. Animation spotlighting DC Comics’ biggest superhero team. Since mid-2015, there has been an assortment of online posts teasing the production of a new Justice League animated series. Pictures, tweets and posts plastered on an assortment of sites and social media outlets. So, when directly asked about a possible new Justice League animated series, a representative for Cartoon Network Canada sent The World’s Finest the following message via Facebook:
Animated shows tend to premiere on Cartoon Network Canada within the same rough time-frame as the U.S. Cartoon Network outlet, though usually after, so it’s safe to assume that we’ll be seeing a new Justice League animated series – likely the much-buzzed about and allegedly titled Justice League: Action – no later than Fall 2016. This response is another confirmation, this time from a network (though still not an “official announcement”), that a new Justice League series is on the way. Expect such an announcement from Cartoon Network in the near future.
Discuss this news here at The DC Animation Forum!
Update (10/06/15): Given how fast the Justice League animated news has spread, and the supposed validity of the above image, below is another image (the excerpt above is taken from the conversation below) of a representative from Cartoon Network Canada commenting to The World’s Finest on a new Justice League animated series:
Additionally, Cartoon Network Canada sent the following message earlier today, unprompted and likely due to how fast the word of a forthcoming Justice League series has traveled. The only altered part of the image below is the removal of contact details provided by the network.
More details will be reported as they come available. Stay tuned for further updates right here at The World’s Finest and The DC Animation Forum.
Warner Bros. Animation, DC Entertainment Launch First Season Of “DC Super Hero Girls” Animated Shorts
The first season of animated shorts based on the DC Super Hero Girl initiative is now available to watch on the official DC Super Hero Girls website. The debut of the DC Super Hero Girls animated short web-series ties in with the larger rollout of the official DC Super Hero Girls online portal. The complete press release, along with an officially released video of the first DC Super Hero High episode, called “Welcome to Super Hero High,” are oth available to view below.
“Welcome to Super Hero High”
Mattel’s New DC Super Hero Girls Action Dolls and Action Figures
Take Center Stage at New York Comic Con October 8-11
Burbank, Calif. – Girls now have their very own Super Hero world, DC Super Hero Girl, where they can play, watch, read and be inspired to discover their full super power potential alongside legendary DC Comics female Super Heroes, including Wonder Woman, Supergirl and Batgirl, in this all-new universe that was created just for them.
DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Consumer Products, in partnership with Mattel, announced today the activation of many elements to this highly anticipated initiative, including the rollout of the new DCSuperHeroGirls.com website, which kicks off with the U.S. launch today. A global rollout of the digitally immersive world will begin later this month.
Website, Video and More…
The new DCSuperHeroGirls.com site today debuts the first webisode, of a series of animated digital shorts, titled “Welcome to Super Hero High” that was created by the award-winning Warner Bros. Animation Studio, in partnership with Mattel’s Playground Productions. Today’s launch features a pantheon of DC Comics characters that have been brought to life in a completely new artistic style and aesthetic, through immersive videos, games, quizzes, character photos, bios and more.
In the coming weeks and months the new website will be regularly updated with new animated digital content and previews of upcoming products slated for 2016. In conjunction with the website launch, DC Super Hero Girl will have a dedicated presence across a number of social media platforms, including exclusive DC Super Hero Girl YouTube, Facebook and Instagram accounts, to cater to social media savvy girls and their parents.
“DC Entertainment has a deep and rich roster of strong female characters – both heroes and villains – that have inspired and empowered girls and young women for decades. From the iconic Wonder Woman and Supergirl, to the complex but compelling Harley Quinn and Catwoman, there is a character to whom every girl can relate, no matter what stage of life in which she currently finds herself,” said Diane Nelson, President of DC Entertainment and President and Chief Content Officer of Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. “Girls want to experience the strength, action and optimism of Super Heroes too, and DC Super Hero Girl is part of our long-term strategy to offer a diverse array of strong female characters in a fun and action-packed universe, and through a world of epic storytelling on a variety of entertainment platforms. We could not be more excited and proud to debut today’s first phase of the important new universe for girls.”
New York Comic Con
DC Super Hero Girl will take New York Comic Con by storm as girls and their parents, along with all DC Comics fans, attending NYCC October 8-11 will be the first to see elements of the initiative and experience a variety of activities, including a behind-the-scenes panel session, a look at upcoming products and much more. Fans will also get a sneak-peek at Mattel’s upcoming product line, including first-ever 6” action figures designed for girls and 12” scale action dolls featuring strong, athletic bodies that stand on their own in heroic poses.
Activities at NYCC will include a dedicated DC Super Hero Girl booth within the Javits Center’s Crystal Palace, where fans on-site can get a close-up look at the action dolls and a sneak-peek at additional products within the DC Super Hero Girl world. NYCC attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in unique giveaways and photo opportunities. There will be a dedicated panel on Thursday, Oct. 8 at 5:30pm (Room 1B03) where the creative women behind-the-scenes of DC Super Hero Girls will share their vision for the universe. Panelists include:
Moderator: Tiffany Smith, DC All Access
Ashley Eckstein, Voice of DC Super Hero Girl’ “Cheetah”
Aria Moffly, DCE Creative Director
Shea Fontana, DC Super Hero Girl Animation Writer & DC Comics Graphic Novel Author
Lisa Yee, Random House Children’s Books DC Super Hero Girl Middle-Grade Novel Series Author
Christine Kim, Mattel Toy Design Manager
Tania Missad, Mattel Consumer Insights Director
“It is exciting to finally bring DC Super Hero Girl to life with all our partners who have helped create an immersive world based on this groundbreaking franchise that will allow girls and kids to engage and experience this Super Hero universe like never before,” said Brad Globe, President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.
Additional Key Partners
Books based on the DC Super Hero Girl are also a key component of the program. Random House Children’s Books is the global master publishing partner and will create a portfolio of middle-grade novels that will bring the DC Super Hero Girl universe to life, offering all-new stories that will expand the world from what is featured in the animated content. At NYCC, Random House will unveil a portion of the first book of the middle-grade novel series, titled Wonder Woman at Super Hero High, by distributing 3-chapter samplers of the title, along with fun DC Super Hero Girl bookmarks, throughout the weekend.
DC Entertainment has also secured writer Shea Fontana to create the inaugural original graphic novel. Scheduled for release in July 2016, the young Super Heroes are kidnapped by a teenage Lex Luthor the day before Super Hero High’s semester finals. Together, they must combine their Super Hero powers to defeat Luthor and race back to school before final exams begin.
Additionally, consumer products partners around the globe are engaged in creating a merchandise program dedicated to DC Super Hero Girl across all key categories.
Developed with girls ages 6-12 in mind, DC Super Hero Girl centers on DC Comics characters during their formative teen years at Super Hero High. DC Comics’ icons including Wonder Woman, Supergirl, Batgirl, Harley Quinn, Bumblebee, Poison Ivy, and Katana are featured in storylines that explore being a unique teen, including discovering their super powers, nurturing friendships and mastering the fundamentals of being their own hero. Other DC Comics Super Heroes attending Super Hero High include Hal Jordan, Beast Boy, The Flash, and many more.
About DC Entertainment
DC Entertainment, home to iconic brands DC Comics (Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, The Flash), Vertigo (Sandman, Fables) and MAD, is the creative division charged with strategically integrating its content across Warner Bros. Entertainment and Time Warner. DC Entertainment works in concert with many key Warner Bros. divisions to unleash its stories and characters across all media, including but not limited to film, television, consumer products, home entertainment and interactive games. Publishing thousands of comic books, graphic novels and magazines each year, DC Entertainment is one of the largest English-language publishers of comics in the world.
About Warner Bros. Consumer Products
Warner Bros. Consumer Products, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.
About Warner Bros. Animation
Warner Bros. Animation (WBA) is one of the leading producers of animation in the entertainment industry, producing and developing projects for multiple platforms, both domestically and internationally. WBA’s TV series include Be Cool Scooby-Doo!, Teen Titans Go!, The Tom and Jerry Show and Wabbit – A Looney Tunes Production for Cartoon Network, the upcoming Bunnicula for Boomerang, Mike Tyson Mysteries for Adult Swim and the forthcoming Green Eggs and Ham for Netflix. As the home of the iconic animated characters from the DC Comics, Hanna-Barbera, MGM and Looney Tunes libraries, WBA also produces highly successful animated films — including the DC Universe Animated Original Movies — for DVD. One of the most-honored animation studios in history, WBA has won six Academy Awards®, 35 Emmy® Awards, the George Foster Peabody Award, an Environmental Media Award, a Parents’ Choice Award, the HUMANITAS Prize, two Prism Awards and 20 Annie Awards (honoring excellence in animation).
About Mattel
The Mattel family of companies (Nasdaq: MAT) is the worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products. Mattel’s portfolio of best-selling brands includes Barbie®, the most popular fashion doll ever produced, Hot Wheels®, Monster High®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends® and Fisher-Price® brands, including Little People® and Power Wheels®, MEGA® Brands, including MEGA BLOKS® and RoseArt®, as well as a wide array of entertainment-inspired toy lines. In 2013, Mattel was named one of the “World’s Most Ethical Companies” by Ethisphere Magazine and in 2014 ranked No. 5 on Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s “100 Best Corporate Citizens” list. With worldwide headquarters in El Segundo, Calif., Mattel’s companies employ nearly 30,000 people in 40 countries and territories and sell products in more than 150 nations. At Mattel, we are Creating the Future of Play. Visit us at www.mattel.com, www.facebook.com/mattel or
www.twitter.com/mattel.
All DC characters and elements are trademarks of and © DC Comics. Super Heroes is a trademark co-owned by DC Comics. (s15)
The first episode of the DC Super Hero Girls animated shorts online series is available to watch through the official DC Super Hero Girls website. Stay tuned for further select DC Super Hero Girls news and updates right here at The World’s Finest.
Site Update: Blu-ray Reviews, New Content For “Justice League Unlimited,” “Batman: The Animated Series”
The World’s Finest has added new content for the classic series Batman: The Animated Series, the fan-favorite cartoon Justice League Unlimited and the live-action DC Comics-based series Arrow, The Flash and Gotham. First, click on the cover artwork for the forthcoming Justice League Unlimited – The Complete Series Blu-ray collection for a look at the initial details for the highly-anticipated release. More details to follow soon. Secondly, click on the artwork for the recent Gotham: The Complete First Season, Arrow: The Complete Third Season and The Flash: The Complete First Season Blu-ray titles for a full review of each Warner Bros. Home Entertainment release.
Lastly, the Test Promo Reel for Batman: The Animated Series was added to the “Backstage” section of the subsite dedicated to the acclaimed series, but it can also be viewed below. The video offers a glimpse into the early production history of what would become the one of the most acclaimed renditions of the Caped Crusader ever made. Click on the player below to check it out, but be sure to check out the “Backstage” section for more behind-the-scenes content, most of it exclusive to The World’s Finest.
Stay tuned for many more updates and announcements to come!
“Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem” Review, Subsite Added To The World’s Finest
Batman riding a huge robotic T-Rex? Yes, that happens in Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem, the latest animated movie from the all-ages Batman Unlimited line. Click on the image below to read The World’s Finest review of the Bat-tastic flick (yeah, it’s pretty fun!). The review pages also contain links to an assortment of addition content dedicated to Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem, including images, videos, short-form animated material and more.
More Batman Unlimited content is on the way, including the latest animated shorts – all of which are currently available to view right here at The World’s Finest. Still, stay tuned for more!
Share your thoughts on Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem over on the The DC Animation Forum.
“Vixen” Season One Premiere Date Announced, Trailer Released
The first season of CW Seed’s animated series based on the classic DC Comics hero will premiere on Tuesday, August 25, 2015. The first season, consisting of six episodes running between four to seven minutes, will only be available to view on The CW’s digital outlet service. The CW also released a promotional trailer for the first season of Vixen, which can be viewed in the player below.
The CW describes Vixen as:
Originally from Africa, Mari McCabe’s (voiced by Megalyn Echikunwoke) parents were killed by local greed, corruption, and wanton violence. But the orphaned Mari refuses to succumb to the terrors surrounding her. Inheriting her family’s Tantu Totem, Mari can access the powers of animals—anything from the super-strength of a gorilla to the speed of a cheetah. As Vixen, she fights valiantly to protect the world from the threats like those that claimed her family.
Vixen is produced by Blue Ribbon Content and is based on DC characters. Executive producers are Greg Berlanti (Arrow, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, The Flash, Supergirl), Marc Guggenheim (Arrow, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow) and Andrew Kreisberg (Arrow, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, The Flash, Supergirl). James Tucker (DC Universe Original Movies, Batman: The Brave and the Bold) is the producer; Tucker and Curt Geda (Beware the Batman, Batman Beyond) are the directors. It was written by Wendy Mericle (Arrow), Keto Shimizu (Arrow, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow), Brian Ford Sullivan (Arrow), Lauren Certo (The Flash), Nolan Dunbar (Arrow), Sarah Tarkoff (Arrow) and Marc Guggenheim, with Guggenheim and Shimizu serving as story editors.
According to CW Seed, Vixen will also features several characters from The CW’s live-action DC Comics-based programs, including Arrow, The Flash, Felicity Smoak and Cisco Ramon. CW Seed will premiere new episodes of Vixen every Tuesday for six uninterrupted weeks, along with additional bonus videos featuring behind-the-scenes content.
Stay tuned for further select updates right here at The World’s Finest.
The World’s Finest Reviews “Justice League: Gods And Monsters”
The World’s Finest has added reviews for the animated feature, Blu-Ray Deluxe Edition and soundtrack release of Justice League: Gods and Monsters. Is Bruce Timm’s return to the DC Universe Animated Original Movie line a worthwhile installment for the top-notch direct-to-video series? Well, read our reviews to find out! And you can do just that by clicking on the image below (Spoiler: It’s an excellent movie that fans should definitely check out!). Additional content, like behind-the-scenes material, video clips and more can also be found on the Justice League: Gods and Monsters subsite at The World’s Finest.
New video clips and images from the animated feature have also been added to the Justice League: Gods and Monsters subsite, with more content still on the way!
The World’s Finest has also posted up a series of screengrabs from the Batman: Bad Blood preview featurette included on the Justice League: Gods and Monsters home video release. Those can be found here. Batman: Bad Blood is the next slated release in the DC Universe Animated Original Movie line.
Share your thoughts on Justice League: Gods and Monsters over on the The DC Animation Forum.
“Justice League: Gods And Monsters” Subsite Launched, “Batman: Arkham Knight” Review Added
First, a review for Batman: Arkham Knight has been added to the site, and can be viewed by clicking on the first image below. Is it a worthy conclusion to the Batman: Arkham franchise? You bet it is, so check out the review for an in-depth look at the game! Second, a subsite dedicated to the Justice League: Gods and Monsters animated movie has been launched! The subsite includes all three episodes from the first season of the Justice League: Gods and Monsters Chronicles prequel series, images, exclusive content, and much more. Check that out by clicking on the second image below.
Justice League: Gods and Monsters arrives July 28, 2015 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Warner Bros. Animation and DC Comics on Blu-Ray Deluxe Edition, Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD.
Justice League: Gods and Monsters and Batman: Arkham Knight discussion can be found on The DC Animation Forum and The Video Games Forum, respectively.
Site Update: “Justice League: Gods And Monsters,” “Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem” Package Artwork
Continue below to check out the back cover package artwork for the upcoming Blu-ray and DVD releases of Justice League: Gods And Monsters and Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem, two upcoming DC Comics-inspired animated features from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment. Click on the thumbnails for a closer look at each, and stay tuned for subsites dedicated to each opening up in the coming weeks.
Justice League: Gods And Monsters arrives July 28th, 2015 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Blu-Ray Deluxe Edition, Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD. Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem arrives a couple weeks later, on August 12th, 2015, from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD.
Justice League: Gods And Monsters and Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem discussion can be found on The DC Animation Forum.
Discuss The First Season Of “Justice League: Gods And Monsters Chronicles”
The first season of Justice League: Gods and Monsters Chronicles has begun, and you can discuss it right here at The World’s Finest. Learn more about Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman – the three heroes who make up the Justice League in an alternate world that’s as dark and mysterious as can be. A co-production between DC Comics, Warner Bros. Animation, Blue Ribbon Content and Machinima, the three-episode debut season will provide a glimpse into what fans can expect in the forthcoming Justice League: Gods and Monsters feature-length animated feature, coming July 28th, 2015 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment.
To discuss the first season of Justice League: Gods and Monsters Chronicles, and get more details on each debut episode, click on the image below.
And, even better, you can watch all three episodes here!
The World’s Finest will have additional content for Justice League: Gods and Monsters right here on the site as it becomes available, all posted in a dedicated forthcoming subsite. More Justice League: Gods and Monsters news and discussion can be found on The DC Animation Forum.
Justice League: Gods and Monsters arrives July 28, 2015 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Warner Bros. Animation and DC Comics on Blu-Ray Deluxe Edition, Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD.
Trailer, Screengrabs Added For “Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem”
The trailer and a collection of screengrabs from the upcoming Batman Unlimited: Animal Monster Mayhem animated feature have been added to The World’s Finest. Check out the trailer below, and click here to view the gallery of images.
Batman Unlimited: Animal Monster Mayhem is the next installment in the Batman Unlimited animated feature line. A review of the first installment, Batman Unlimited: Animal Instincts, is available on this site.
The World’s Finest will have future content for Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem posted up on the site as it becomes available. Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem arrives August 18th, 2015 from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Blu-Ray Deluxe Edition, Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD.
The World’s Finest is also hosting a series of Batman Unlimited animated shorts, which can be found here.
More Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem news and discussion can be found on The DC Animation Forum.
World’s Finest Online: A Comprehensive Guide to the DCAU
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Dcanimated.com began as a fan-driven project dedicated to documenting the DCAU. The site has grown significantly, offering comprehensive coverage of all aspects of the DC Animated Universe. It features detailed episode guides, character biographies, and behind-the-scenes insights, making it an invaluable resource for fans.
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World’s Finest Online provides in-depth information on all major DCAU series, including classics like Batman: The Animated Series, Superman: The Animated Series, and Justice League. Each series is explored thoroughly, with episode summaries, reviews, and notable quotes. The site also covers DCAU movies, such as Batman: Mask of the Phantasm and Justice League: The New Frontier, offering detailed analyses and production notes.
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World’s Finest Online features exclusive interviews with key figures behind the DCAU. Creators like Bruce Timm, Paul Dini, and Alan Burnett share their insights and experiences, offering fans a behind-the-scenes look at the making of these iconic shows and movies. These interviews provide valuable context and deepen the appreciation for the creative efforts that brought the DCAU to life.
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One of the standout features of dcanimated.com is its extensive episode guides. Each episode of the DCAU series is meticulously cataloged, with summaries, key moments, and notable quotes. Additionally, the site offers detailed biographies of major and minor characters, providing background information and character development insights.
World’s Finest Online boasts a rich collection of archival content, including video clips, image galleries, and soundtracks from various DCAU series and movies. The site also features special sections dedicated to unique aspects of the DCAU, such as iconic moments, crossover episodes, and thematic explorations.
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World’s Finest Online provides information on where fans can watch their favorite DCAU series and movies. The site includes links to streaming platforms like HBO Max and details about physical media releases. This makes it easy for fans to enjoy the DCAU’s extensive content library.
World’s Finest Online is an essential resource for any fan of the DC Animated Universe. With its comprehensive coverage, exclusive content, and active community, the site continues to celebrate and preserve the legacy of the DCAU. Fans can rely on World’s Finest Online for accurate information, engaging content, and the latest updates in DC animated storytelling.
About the World’s Finest Online Creators
World’s Finest Online was created by dedicated fans of the DCAU. Their passion and commitment have made the site a trusted source of news and information. By providing detailed and engaging content, they have ensured that the DCAU’s legacy continues to thrive.