New Look at Cartoon Network's 'Teen Titans Go!'

Cartoon Network has released a new clip from their upcoming show, Teen Titans Go!, the latest and comedic take on the super team comprised of Robin. Cyborg, Beast Boy, Raven, and Starfire. Set to debut on Tuesday April 23rd at 7:30, it is one of two shows scheduled to replace the recently departed Green Lantern: The Animated Series and Young Justice Invasion in their DC Nation line-up.

Per WB Animation:

Teen Titans are on the Go! The new animated series Teen Titans Go!, from Warner Bros. Animation, made its debut at WonderCon this weekend, as producers and talent treated fans to a special look at two episodes from the series’ premiere season. But don’t despair if you couldn’t make it to the ‘Con — we’ve got a super-powered sneak peek right here guaranteed to make you hungry for more Titans … and probably a sandwich."

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TOY FAIR 2013: Mattel Unveils '60s TV Series 'Batman' Figures

Mattel had a big showing at the 2013 Toy Fair, in addition to the massive and impressive Masters of the Universe Castle Grayskull collector's play set (OK, I admit my '80s edition safely survives stashed away next to Snake Mountain in my patents basement), the toy giant also debuted a series of figures and dolls based on the '60s Batman television show.

With striking resemblances to the actors who embodied these iconic DC Comic icons on the small and big screen, the action figure line includes Batman (Adam West), Robin (Burt Ward), Penguin (Burgess Merideth) and Riddler (Frank Gorshin). And no collection would be complete without a recreation of the one and only Batmobile, still one of the most recognizable cars in the world. There are also Ken and Barbie style dolls of Batman and Catwoman.

Source: MattyCollector

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THE INTERNET IS AWESOME: Batman Maybe

What we don't need truth be told is the umpteenth viral parody rendition of Carly Rae Jepsen's Call Me Maybe. But you have to admit, when something is done well, it deserves to be shared. The cast featured here spoofing The Dark Knight Rises is spot on in their homages and physical likenesses to the characters from the film. If you can still get through the catchy pop smash, there are genuine amusing moments to behold as these guys get their Bat Dance on. 

Beware though, this video contains original lyrics that closely mirror the plot of the film, and reveal major spoilers if you have not yet caught the conclusion to the big screen Batman trilogy.

Thanks to The Mary Sue for catching this fun video.

SOURCE: The Mary Sue

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TRAILER: 'The Dark Knight Returns'

The first full length trailer to the animated adaptation of Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns has been released.

The groundbreaking 1986 four-issue graphic novel was not only a game changer for adult targeted comic books and introduced fans to the first female Robin, but re-defined the legend of Batman to a dark, violent path to a point of no return that influenced both Tim Burton and the Christopher Nolan's big screen versions of the Caped Crusader.

The home video release from Warner Premiere stars Peter Weller (Robocop, The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai) as Batman/Bruce Wayne.

Official synopisis:

"It's been a decade since Bruce Wayne hung up his cape, following most of the other superheroes who had been forced into retirement. Facing the downside of middle age, a restless Bruce Wayne pacifies his frustration with race cars and liquor – but the bat still beckons as he watches his city fall prey to gangs of barbaric criminals known as The Mutants. 

The return of Harvey Dent as Two-Face finally prompts Wayne to once again don the Dark Knight's cowl, and his dramatic capture of the villain returns him to crime-fighting – simultaneously making him the target of law enforcement and the new hope for a desolate Gotham City. Particularly inspired is a teenage girl named Carrie, who adopts the persona of Robin and ultimately saves Batman from a brutal attack by the Mutant leader. Armed with a new sidekick, and re-energized with a definitive purpose, the Dark Knight returns to protect Gotham from foes new...and old."

The Dark Knight Returns, Part 1 is set for release on October 23.

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THE INTERNET IS AWESOME - 1960s Robin Meets 2012 Batman

This is what happens when the growling 2012 Dark Knight is about to battle a blood thirsty Bane, and then 1960s tights wearing TV Robin shows up to lend a hand Dynamic Duo style...

SOURCE: Above Average Productions

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