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Fanhome and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products Unleash Classic Batmobile Build-Up Model Subscription

Construct your very own screen accurate replica of the Dynamic Duo’s iconic crime fighting vehicle from the 1966 TV series

New York, NY – Fanhome, the leader in subscription-based collections and models, brings one of the most famous cars in history to collectors with the launch of the Batmobile (1966) build-up model subscription, in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products.

In January 1966, DC’s Batman TV series premiered in the US. Starring Adam West as Batman and Burt Ward as Robin, the series incarnated a hilarious crime-fighting duo that has become legendary. Now the series returns with an incredible replica of Batman’s most famous gadget – the Batmobile.

Designed and built by the pioneering hot rod builder, Geoge Barris, and based on a custom 1955 Lincoln Futura, this version of the Batmobile has become one of the most recognizable vehicles in television history and its impressive array of gadgets would, time and time again, foil the nefarious plots of Gotham’s greatest villains.

More information about the Fanhome Batmobile and sign-up details are available now at: https://shorturl.at/bcHSU

Pre-orders are open now!

Based on exhaustive studies of the original car and the TV show by Fanhome designers, the Batmobile measures over 2 feet (71.4cm) when completed and touts a host of the Dynamic Duo’s many mobile crime-fighting gadgets such as the Bat-phone, Bat-scope, emergency turn lever, and the iconic Bat-shaped steering wheel, which is functional and turns the wheels of the car. Opening doors, hood, and trunk panels as well as LED effects for the headlights and an illuminated afterburner that is accented with jet sound effects add to the realism of the Fanhome Batmobile.

Throughout the subscription, collectors will trace the incredible story of Batman in DC’s comics, on TV, in animation and on the big screen with special full-color magazines that accompany each month’s shipment of components.

Enjoy an in-depth exploration of the evolution of the Batman franchise year-by-year, from the debut of the comic book in 1939 to the classic TV series and on to the blockbuster feature films. Explore Batman’s origins in an illustrated review of the comics and graphic novels that feature his most famous and powerful stories and meet the heroes and villains of the classic 60s Batman TV series with a show-by-show guide to all 120 episodes.

Subscribers to Fanhome’s Batmobile build-up model will also receive exclusive gifts such us an exceptionally detailed, 1:43 scale die-cast miniature of the Batmobile, perfect for a desktop or compact space. In addition, they will receive a trio of large (12×16 inches) full-color, frameable posters, a baseball cap, ceramic mug, a Batmobile metal license plate replica, and binder to archive the collected magazines.

About Fanhome
At Fanhome we are passionate fans of pop culture, from sci-fi and movies to video games and comics. Our international team of more than 100 people consists of expert creators, editors and writers, product engineers, model makers, communication and marketing gurus, logistic masters and a friendly customer service team. Our combined efforts create original collections, magnificent models, and an outstanding experience for you to enjoy. More information is available at: https://www.fanhome.com.

About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products  

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), part of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Brands, Franchises, and Experiences, extends the company’s powerful portfolio of entertainment brands and franchises into the lives of fans around the world. WBDGCP partners with best-in-class licensees globally on award-winning toy, fashion, home décor and publishing programs inspired by the biggest franchises from Warner Bros.’ film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, DC, Cartoon Network, HGTV, Eurosport, Adult Swim, and more. With innovative global licensing and merchandising programs, retail initiatives, and promotional partnerships, WBDGCP is one of the leading licensing and retail merchandising organizations in the world.

About DC

DC, part of Warner Bros. Discovery, creates iconic characters and enduring stories and is one of the world’s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels.  DC’s creative work entertains audiences of every generation around the world with DC’s stories and characters integrated across Warner Bros. Discovery’s film, television, animation, consumer products, home entertainment, games, and themed experiences divisions, and on the DC Universe Infinite digital comic subscription service.  Learn more at DC.com.

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(FOR THOSE WHO HAVEN’T SEEN THE FILM, SPOILERS AHEAD!)

The HBO Max TV series focusing on Oswald Chesterfield Cobblepot’s rise to power goes before cameras June 15. The news comes shortly after WarnerMedia confirmed that a sequel to the Robert Pattinson box office hit has received the green light.

Farrell went on record to say, “I couldn’t be more excited about continuing this exploration of Oz as he rises through the darkened ranks to become The Penguin. Will be good to get him back on the streets of Gotham for a little madness and a little mayhem.”

The Penguin – What Can We Expect and What Have We Seen Before?

The production listing that confirmed the start date only offered a brief synopsis. The show is to focus on Cobblepot’s rise in the underworld that supposedly leads up to the events of The Batman. The film debuted Farrell’s version of Penguin as Carmine Falcone’s lieutenant in his criminal empire. He was also in charge of “44 Below,” the secret hideaway within the Iceberg Lounge, frequented by corrupt city officials.  After The Riddler (Paul Dano) exposed Falcone’s recent murder of one of his employees, Batman and GCPD arrested him. But the psychopath executed Falcone on the steps of his own club before he could be processed. Following the flood of Gotham as Riddler’s ultimate revenge on the corrupt bureaucracy, Oswald was last seen overlooking the city from what was now his Iceberg Lounge. If the synopsis of the upcoming series is true, we could be looking at a prequel series. It will also allow the exploration into this new version of Gotham City.

Created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane in 1941, this is The Penguin’s first solo series, but Farrell is the fourth actor to portray the villain in a live-action setting. The character has had an interesting evolution on both the big screen and small screen. He was first embodied by Burgess Meredith in the 1966 Batman ABC series starring Adam West. Meredith’s look was heavily influenced by the source material, from the tuxedo and umbrella weaponry, to his trademark cigarette holder and “squawk” when speaking. Tim Burton took him in a dark, deformed direction in 1992’s Batman Returns with Danny DeVito under the makeup. Oswald returned to TV in the FOX prequel series, Gotham, with Robin Lord Taylor as a series regular for its five year run. In that series, Oswald Cobblepot was also a subordinate under Jada Pinkett-Smith’s Fish Mooney until he fed information to the police and then maimed by Mooney, leaving him with a permanent limp that contributed to his “Penguin” moniker.

No word yet as to further casting or release date. More will be revealed as it develops.

Official Source – The Penguin Production Start Date Set for HBO Max Batman Spin-Off (comingsoon.net)

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The Academy Award Winner recently attended the LA premiere of The Bearable Weight Of Massive Talent. On the red carpet, he voiced interest in taking part in the new Robert Pattinson-led franchise, which he had yet to see. “[I’ve been] thinking about this [and] I think I want to have a go at Egghead. I could make him absolutely terrifying. And I have a concept for Egghead. So let them know over at Warner Bros. I’m down for Egghead.”

Nicolas Cage as Egghead… Who?!?

Egghead was a made-for-TV villain for the infamous 1966 Batman televisions series starring Adam West. He was portrayed by horror legend Vincent Price, who donned an oversized bald cap and white-and-yellow suits. The self-professed criminal genius’ oddball crimes always circled around egg-related items of value and employed egg-inspired gimmicks and tricks. To his credit, however, he proved brilliant enough to deduce Bruce Wayne was Batman. He appeared in several episodes during the show’s second and third seasons.

After the show’s cancellation, Egghead was seen through occasional cameos in different media. He was prominently featured in Adam West-led animated films Batman: Return of The Caped Crusaders and Batman Vs. Two-Face. Both, however, were in nonspeaking appearances. In the comics, meanwhile, he did not receive relevant attention until Batman: The Brave and The Bold #16. It was in this issue that his real name was revealed to be Edgar Head. He was last seen in Gotham Academy #14 as “Professor Egghead.” However, to date, there has not been a definitive origin for the character.

If this does happen, this won’t be the first comic book character Cage will have tackled. He was Ghost Rider in two movies, he portrayed Big Daddy alongside Chloe Grace Moretz’s Hit-Girl in 2010’s Kick-Ass, and he also voiced Superman in Teen Titans Go! To the Movies and “Spider-Man Noir” in Marvel’s Spider-Man: Enter The Spider-Verse.

To date, The Batman has dominated the box office for the third week in a row with a domestic total of $273.8 million.

Official Source – Nicholas Cage wants to play Egghead in The Batman sequel (batman-news.com)

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Co-directed and produced by Academy Award winner Leslie Iwerks, the as-yet-untitled project will focus on DC Entertainment’s pop culture impact. DC Publisher and Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee elaborates, “DC has a rich legacy of over 80 years of iconic ]storytelling. We] are so excited to dive into this history and bring fans along this amazing journey.”

HBO Max DC Docuseries – Who’s Involved and What To Expect?

Lee does not exaggerate when he remarks on this journey being amazing. From the Golden Age of Comics ushered in with Superman, to the Adam West and Christopher Reeve eras on the small and large screen, to record-setting shows like the ten seasons of Smallville, the DCAU beginning with Batman: The Animated Series, Stephen Amell’s take on Green Arrow spawning a shared TV universe, Zac Snyder’s Man of Steel bringing a new Superman to theaters in the form of Henry Cavill, hard-hitting mature shows such as Lucifer and Titans… Iwerks has a plethora of milestones to cover. The only other documentary to cover DC’s history was 2012’s The Secret Origin of DC Comics. With more elbow room to work with, Leslie can easily surpass both previous efforts and expectations.

Iwerk’s resume includes 2007’s The Pixar Story, of which she was director, producer, editor, and writer. On the upcoming project, Iwerk concedes, “The DC Universe is vast, rich and incredibly cool, and we’re looking forward to bringing the untold stories of the characters, artists, and storytellers to life in a fresh new way.”

Iwerk’s co-director Mark Catalena adds, “The geeks have inherited the earth. By revealing the personal inspirations from those who have crafted this expansive universe, we hope viewers will understand why this modern mythology matters so much [to people.”] Catalena also worked with Leslie on The Imagineering Story.

Although there is no working title available or release date, HBO Max did release this logline to describe the project:

Produced by Warner Bros. Unscripted Television in association with Warner Horizon, DC, Berlanti Productions and Iwerks and Co., the documentary seires takes an unprecedented look at the enduring and influential legacy of DC, allowing fans to rediscover the universe of characters, as well as the iconic comic book company’s origins, its evolution and its nearly inine-decade cultural impact across every artistic medium. 

More information will be released as it becomes available.

Official Source: DC Documentary Coming to HBO Max (collider.com)

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Whether he shared the stage with an ensemble, or held his own as an All-American sidekick, Lyle Waggoner was a career television man. This week’s sad news of Lyle’s passing has fans refelecting on the actor’s amazing legacy. Military radio operator; 70’s heartthrob, TV celebrity, and believe it or not, Lyle almost became the Batman!

One Step At A Time

Before I jump ahead too quickly, let’s track the beginnings of Lyle’s amazing resumé. Born April 13, 1935 this Kansas City boy’s acting career began, not dark and brooding – as one would expect from a Batman candidate – but with slapstick hilarity. Lyle made his first big splash on the smash sketch comedy series The_Carol_Burnett_Show. Lyle juggled a multitude of hats alongside this talented ensemble. But Waggoner’s debonair good looks were always prominent in the silly characters he portrayed. Especially as the self absorbed Mr. Handsome, whom Burnett would swoon and faint over repeatedly.

A Man Of Action!

Waggoner quickly became a household face. Being recognizable launched him into a playing military man Steve Trevor on the groundbreaking television series adaptation of Wonder Woman. With that classic square jaw and real life military experience, LW embodied the perfect counterpart for the Amazonian Goddess.

Holy Different Batman, Batman!

Allow me to lift the veil if you will. Between our safe, comfortable living rooms, and the dog eat dog world of network acting auditions. Here, away from the adoring eyes of America’s housewives, Lyle Waggoner’s career almost took a much different shape. Few fans know how quantum-ly close LW was to becoming the Caped Crusader! It’s 1964. Network giant ABC secretly announces the role for a  Batman television show. Lyle auditions and is soon neck and neck with actor Adam West. The race for the role is so close the casting exec’s demand a lengthy screentest be filmed. Finally, the decision is made. Lyle loses the cowl to West, but quickly rebounds with the Steve Trevor gig. Oh, but how I would kill to see that old screentest footage! Who knows? Perhaps Lyle’s Batman can be found somewhere out there in the DC Multiverse.

Fan-Approved!

Since Waggoner’s passing, stories abound of his warm, down to earth nature. In her memoirs, Burnett speaks kindly of Lyle spending an hour a day to answer fan mail. And look at the glow on Wonder Woman star Lynda_Carter as the two actors share some down time. 

Bat-Cruise?

No one can deny that Waggoner is perpetually dashing. This air of wealth would have easily made for a believable Bruce Wayne. And yet, if Lyle were cast as Batman, we might miss all of the depth he brought to Steve Trevor. Nonetheless, long after Wonder Woman, Lyle’s magnetism continued to pay off. Dozens of guest appearances on America’s most cherished television shows are testament to the actor’s professionalism and tremendous versatility.

Lyle Wesley Waggoner passed on March 17, 2020 in Westlake Village, California. He was 84.

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WarnerMedia recently released a statement saying the following:

“WarnerMedia companies, Warner Bros., HBO and Turner, have long been committed to diversity and inclusion as moral and business imperatives.  It is essential that our content and creative partners reflect the diversity of our society and the world around us.  Together with other production companies, networks, guilds, unions, talent agencies and others in the industry, we all must ensure there is greater inclusion of women, people of color, the LGBTQ+ community, those with disabilities and other underrepresented groups in greater numbers both in front of and behind the camera.  For our part, WarnerMedia pledges to use our best efforts to ensure that diverse actors and crew members are considered for film, television and other projects, and to work with directors and producers who also seek to promote greater diversity and inclusion in our industry.  To that end, in the early stages of the production process, we will engage with our writers, producers and directors to create a plan for implementing this commitment to diversity and inclusion on our projects, with goal of providing opportunities for individuals from under-represented groups at all levels.  And, we will issue an annual report on our progress.  the companies of WarnerMedia have a historic and proven commitment to diversity and inclusion.  But there is much more we can do, and we believe real progress can be made in the industry.  We will work with our partners in the entertainment community to make this commitment a reality.”

Kevin Tsujihara, chairman and CEO of Warner Bros. added:

“I’m proud that Warner Bros., and our sister companies HBO and Turner, are willing to state unequivocally that this is where we stand on diversity and inclusion.  Our policy commits us to taking concrete action to further our goals, to measure the outcomes and to share the results publicly.  I’m also thrilled that we were able to work with Michael B Jordan to craft a meaningful policy and framework that will apply to all of our productions, across all of our divisions, going forward.”

The new film, Just Mercy, staring Michael B. Jordan and directed by Destin Daniel-Cretton will be the first film distributed by Warner Bros. and WarnerMedia to be officially released under these new guidelines.

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These newly released photos show a drastically different version from the Joss Whedon reshoots and show that the movie was drastically altered and completely different than the vision that was put to film by Zack Snyder.  Reports from Storyboard artist, Jay Oliva also confirmed that the story Whedon told was different from the one that Snyder originally worked on, despite claims from Warner Bros that Whedon was doing was finish Snyder’s vision.

Recently, two special effect reels where posted to the Twitter from DCEUnited which will undoubtedly fuel the fire that Whedon and Warner Bros knowingly changed Justice League completely and “fan the flames” of those calling for a “Snyder Cut” release of the Justice League film.  One video shows a compilation of various effects shots of an inverted pyramid in a desolated landscape and more.  The second video, considerably shorter, shows the pyramid in more detail in a desolated part of Earth.

These videos are very similar to the concept art created by artist Christian Lorenz Scheurer.  They show the villain, Steppenwolf, using the Motherboxes he gathered throughout the movie to begin the transformation of Earth into what would resemble his homeworld, Apokalips.

Last act could be truly apocalyptic #JusticeLeague #ReleaseTheSnyderCut pic.twitter.com/kylKbtI5sX

— #UsUnited (@DCFUnited) July 10, 2018

These scenes would have matched the now even more out of place, Knightmare sequence of Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice.  These videos also add more evidence that this battle in an Apokalips-esque atmosphere had made it well beyond pre-production and a “Snyder Cut” of Justice League might be complete.

Either coincidence or fact, these videos further push the cries from fans to “RELEASE THE SNYDER CUT” as a special edition of Justice League, giving the fans the movie they were expecting and deserve

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A shadowy organization is pulling the strings of all the criminal groups in Gotham. While the city has never truly been safe, lately the criminal underworld’s unrest has put the city on the precipice of total destruction. It’s up to Batman, Robin, Batgirl, Catwoman, and the Gotham City Police Department to stop the advancing hordes of criminals running wild on the streets, all while still working to uncover the devious plots of Gotham’s greatest villains! Batman: The Animated Series – Gotham Under Siege has you and up to 4 of your friends playing as Batman and his trusted allies. Each round you’ll face off against a set of story cards all inspired by the first season of Batman: The Animated Series, and roll a pool of dice to complete actions. You’ll need to balance between cleaning up the streets of Gotham and completing story missions in order to protect the city. Let too many civilians fall or buildings be destroyed, and there will be nothing left for Batman to protect!Includes 5 highly detailed miniatures! Game design from Richard Launius (Arkham Horror, Planet of the Apes)! Features all-new artwork from Sean Galloway and Leonardo Ito!

Batman: The Animated Series – Gotham Under Siege captures the action and adventures of the legendary animated series right on the tabletop. https://t.co/VuE5rJnGRm pic.twitter.com/VQSjV2XAD2

— DC (@DCComics) June 17, 2018

I’m pretty sure this is a shut up and take my money moment. Get yours today!

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There is no doubt that the cloud of uncertainty about The Batman has been present for a while now with Ben Affleck out as the roles of director, writer, producer, and star of the film.  Affleck dropping out paved the way for Reeve’s to take over.

Ben Affleck has responded to the rumors of his exit from the role of Batman many times by reassuring DC fans that he is committed to the role and has said numerous times that it’s the role of a lifetime.

At SDCC, Affleck addressed his exit rumors by saying:

“Batman is the coolest f*cking part in any universe-DC, Marvel-it’s incredible and I”m so thrilled to do it…I know there’s this misconception that because I didn’t direct it wasn’t enthusiastic about it; it’s f*cking amazing…and with Matt Reeves doing it, it’s like I’d be a f*cking ape on the ground for Matt Reeves-nevermind being Batman! It’s incredible! So I’m really blown away and excited and it’s a great time in the DC Universe…I’m really excited to be Batman”

Months later during the promotional tour for Justice League, Affleck “flip-flopped” by saying:

“you don’t don this forever”

Over the Memorial Day Weekend, Reeves turned in the first part of his script, which is a huge step in the right direction for the solo Batman flick.  Reports have circulated that The Batman will be the first of another trilogy, so the return of Affleck as Batman overall is not ruled out; he just won’t be Batman for this movie.

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The intro itself featured still images that would sometimes move around like what you would expect from a motion comic. Over these images the iconic intro song by Neal Hefti would be playing as Batman and Robin would run toward the camera, ride around in the Batmobile, and throw all manner of villains across the room.

Recently blogger Al Bigley recently posted on his blog a collection of animation cells and artwork from the intros’ creator, Lee Mishkin. You can see original pencils and cells along with an inside look at how the work develop throughout its inception. I could continue to go on and on about how cool these pieces of history are but it’s much better to visit the site for yourself by clicking here.

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