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Babylon 5 original series creator J. Michael Straczynski has announced via Twitter that a Babylon 5 animated movie is in the works from Warner Bros. Animation & WB Home Entertainment. Additional information, including movie title, release date, and other details will be coming next week, according to Straczynski. The synopsis for Babylon 5 was of a five-mile-long space station in neutral space that was a port of call for travelers, smugglers, corporate explorers, and alien diplomats at a time of uneasy peace and the constant threat of war. The series ran for five seasons with 110 episodes and seven TV movies, including the 1993 pilot film.

Warner Bros. Animation and Amblin Television treated fans today to a first look at the Wing family from the upcoming HBO Max animated series, Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai. The close-knit family is at the center of this epic prequel series that unlocks the mystery of how a 10-year-old Sam Wing (future shop owner Mr. Wing in the 1984 Gremlins movie) met the young Mogwai called Gizmo. The series will debut this year on HBO Max and will also be available later as part of ACME Night on Cartoon Network. Steeped in China’s rich culture and mythology, Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai takes viewers back to 1920s Shanghai where the Wing family first discovers the mysterious creature. Sam Wing, the youngest in the family, accepts the dangerous task to take Gizmo home and embarks on a journey through the Chinese countryside. Sam and Gizmo are joined by a teenage street thief named Elle, and together, they encounter—and sometimes battle—colorful monsters and spirits from Chinese folklore. Along their quest, they are pursued by a power-hungry industrialist and his growing army of evil Gremlins. The Wing family is voiced by an esteemed cast led by Ming-Na Wen (Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D, The Mandalorian, Mulan), James Hong (Big Trouble in Little China, Blade Runner, Mulan)—who was recently honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame this month, BD Wong (Mr. Robot, Jurassic World film franchise), and Izaac Wang. Fong Wing (voiced by Ming-Na Wen)—Fong Wing is Sam's mother and a doctor of Chinese medicine. She's resourceful, slyly funny, and fiercely protective of her family, even her frequently troublesome father. She’ll do anything to aid and protect her son. Grandpa (voiced by James Hong)—A free spirit and self-proclaimed expert in Chinese myth and magic, Grandpa is the elder of the Wing family. He claims to have traveled the world on grand adventures, but nobody really believed him... until now. He alone knows the true power (and secrets) of the Mogwai and the importance of protecting them. Hon Wing (voiced by BD Wong)—Hon Wing is Sam’s father and the family’s calm rock. He’s never believed his father-in-law’s tales of magic and adventure. But when he and Fong become separated from Sam, he realizes the world is stranger than he thought, and that he'll need to become braver to reunite his family. Sam Wing (voiced by Izaac Wang)—Sam Wing is a naïve 10-year-old boy who will one day become Mr. Wing, the mysterious shopkeep and Gizmo's guardian in the original Gremlins films. Young Sam lives with his family in the tiny apartment behind their struggling medicine shop. Sheltered and cautious, Sam will be thrown into the adventure of a lifetime when he promises his Grandpa he’ll get Gizmo home. Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai is produced by Amblin Television in association with Warner Bros. Animation. Sam Register, President, Warner Bros. Animation and Cartoon Network Studios, and Darryl Frank and Justin Falvey, Presidents of Amblin Television are executive producers. Tze Chun serves as showrunner and executive producer. Brendan Hay serves as executive producer with Dan Krall serving as Supervising Producer.

Prime Video today announced the acquisition of two new DC animated Batman series, alongside an original animated film from Warner Bros. Animation and DC. The film Merry Little Batman is ordered with a spinoff series, Bat-Family, along with a two-season order for Batman: Caped Crusader, from executive producers Bruce Timm, J.J. Abrams, and Matt Reeves. The Batman animated titles will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories. Batman: Caped Crusader is an all-new animated series and reimagining of the Batman mythology through the visionary lens of executive producers Bruce Timm, J.J. Abrams, and Matt Reeves. Utilizing state-of-the-art animation techniques, this powerful creative partnership will once again reinvent the character and his iconic rogue’s gallery with sophisticated storytelling, nuanced characters, and intense action sequences, all set in a visually striking world. In addition to Timm, Abrams, and Reeves, Ed Brubaker and Sam Register are set to executive produce the series. Based on characters from DC, Batman: Caped Crusader is produced by Warner Bros. Animation, Bad Robot Productions, and 6th & Idaho. Merry Little Batman is an animated family action comedy destined to join the rogue's gallery of classic holiday movies. When young Damian Wayne finds himself alone in Wayne Manor on Christmas Eve, he must transform into “Little Batman'' to defend his home and Gotham City from the crooks and supervillains intent on destroying the holidays. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation and based on characters from DC, Merry Little Batman is directed by Mike Roth (Regular Show) from a screenplay by Morgan Evans (Teen Titans Go!). Roth also serves as executive producer, alongside Sam Register. Following the events of Merry Little Batman, Bat-Family follows Batman, Alfred, and young Damian Wayne—who has now taken on the mantle of Little Batman—alongside a few newcomers to Wayne Manor, as they navigate the fun and frustrations of life as a superfamily. Jase Ricci, Mike Roth, and Sam Register are set to executive produce the series, which is produced by Warner Bros. Animation. Image: Bruce Wayne, Alfred, and Damian Wayne from the upcoming animated movie Merry Little Batman and spinoff series Bat-Family.

Warner Bros. Animation, DC, and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment have revealed the voice cast for their upcoming animated feature Legion of Super-Heroes, expected to be released early next year. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Meg Donnelly will voice Supergirl/Kara, Harry Shum Jr. as Brainaic 5, Darren Criss as Superman, Matt Bomer as The Flash, and Jensen Ackles as Batman. Rounding out the voice cast is Cynthia Hamidi as Dawnstar, Gideon Adlan as Phantom Girl, Ely Henry as Bouncing Boy, Robbie Daymond as TimberWolf & Brianiac 4, Yuri Lowenthal as Mon El, Eric Lopez as Cosmic Boy & Chemical King, Darin De Paul as Brainiac & Solomon Grundy, Ben Diskin as Arms Fall off Boy & Brainiac 2, Victoria Grace as Shadow Lass, Jennifer Hale as Alura, Daisy Lightfoot as Triplicate Girl and Zeno Robinson as Invisible Kid & Brainiac 3. Legion of Super-Heroes picks up as Kara, devastated by the loss of Krypton, struggles to adjust to her new life on Earth. Her cousin, Superman, mentors her and suggests she leave their space-time to attend the Legion Academy in the 31st century, where she makes new friends and a new enemy: Braniac 5. Meanwhile, she must contend with a mysterious group called the Dark Circle as it searches for a powerful weapon held in the Academy’s vault. The animated feature is being directed by Jeff Wamester, from a script by Josie Campbell.

Legacies must rise to unearthly challenges as the children of Batman and Superman are charged with saving their famous fathers – and the world – in Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons. Warner Bros. Animation’s first-ever all-CG animated, feature-length film will be available from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack (USA $29.99 SRP; Canada $34.99 SRP), Blu-ray (USA $24.99 SRP; Canada $29.99 SRP) and Digital on October 18, 2022. Produced by Warner Bros. Animation, DC, and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, the PG-13 rated Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons begins as 11-year-old Jonathan Kent discovers he has superpowers, thrusting the half-Kryptonian into the complicated world of Super Heroes and Super-Villains – who are now under attack by a malevolent alien force known as Starro! It’s a race against time as Jonathan must join forces with assassin-turned-Boy-Wonder Damian Wayne to rescue their fathers (Superman & Batman) and save the planet by becoming the Super Sons they were destined to be! Jack Dylan Glazer (Shazam!, Luca, It) and Jack Griffo (The Thundermans) lead the voice cast as Jonathan Kent and Damian Wayne, respectively. The supporting cast features Troy Baker (The Last of Us, Batman: The Long Halloween) as Batman/Bruce Wayne, Travis Willingham (Critical Role, Sofia The First) as Superman/Clark Kent, Laura Bailey (The Legend of Vox Machina, Naruto: Shippûden) as Lois Lane, Darin De Paul (Overwatch, Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge) as Lex Luthor & Starro, Tom Kenny (SpongeBob SquarePants) as Green Arrow & Penguin, Zeno Robinson (Big City Greens, Pokémon) as Jimmy Olsen & Melvin Masters, Nolan North (Uncharted video game franchise, Young Justice, Pretty Little Liars) as Jor-El, and Myrna Velasco (DC Super Hero Girls, Star Wars Resistance) as Wonder Girl & Lara. Matt Peters (Justice League Dark: Apokolips War) directs Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons from a script penned by Jeremy Adams (Mortal Kombat Legends franchise). Producer is Jim Krieg (Batman: Gotham By Gaslight) and Supervising Producer is Rick Morales (Injustice, Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders). Executive Producer is Michael Uslan. Sam Register is Executive Producer. Batman and Superman: Battle of the Super Sons – Special Features 4K, Blu-ray, and Digital Rival Sons: Jonathan and Damian (New Featurette) – Legacies collide as Jonathan Kent and Damian Wayne set aside their differences, forming an unlikely alliance to save the world. Spend some time with the expansive canon of popular DC Universe Movies, DC Animated Movies, and many other animated DC films and television series by checking out HBO Max! BASICS 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital Combo Pack $29.99 USA Blu-ray + Digital $24.99 USA 4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray Combo Pack $34.99 Canada Blu-ray $29.99 Canada 4K/Blu-ray Languages: English, German, Spanish, French Blu-ray Subtitles: English, German, Spanish, French Running Time: 79 minutes Rated PG-13

Holy Disco! Batman... Warner Bros. Animation, DC and Warner Bros. Home Entertainment are producing a new animated adventure with The Dark Knight as he heads back into the 1970s for Batman: Soul of the Dragon. Batman: The Animated Series' Bruce Timm is executive producing, with Sam Liu, known for Reign of the Supermen and Batman: The Killing Joke, directing and producing. Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge writer Jeremy Adams penned the script. The movie has Bruce Wayne facing a deadly menace from his past with the help of three former classmates: world-renowned martial artists Richard Dragon, Ben Turner and Lady Shiva. Soul of the Dragon stars David Giuntoli as Bruce Wayne/Batman, Mark Dacascos as Richard Dragon, Kelly Hu as Lady Shiva, Michael Jai White as Ben Turner/Bronze Tiger, James Hong as O-Sensei and Josh Keaton as Jeffrey Burr. Source: The Hollywood Reporter

One of the most popular videogame franchises in history comes to animated life in “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge,” an all-new, feature-length film produced by Warner Bros. Animation in coordination with NeatherRealm Studios and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. The film arrives from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Digital starting April 12, 2020, and on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD on April 28, 2020. Order due date is March 24, 2020. “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge” will be available on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (USA $39.99 SRP; Canada $44.98 SRP), Blu-ray Combo Pack (USA $24.98 SRP; Canada $29.98 SRP), and DVD (USA $19.98 SRP: Canada $24.98 SRP) as well as on Digital. The 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack features an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc in 4K with HDR, a Blu-ray disc featuring the film in hi-definition, and a digital version of the movie. The Blu-ray Combo Pack features a Blu-ray disc with the film in hi-definition, a DVD with the film in standard definition, and a digital version of the movie. Based on the worldwide hit game created by Ed Boon & John Tobias, “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge” spotlights the once-in-a-generation tournament between the champions of Outworld and Earthrealm – a competition that will ultimately determine the fate of Earth and all its citizens. Lord Raiden, protector of Earthrealm, must gather the greatest fighters of his realm to defend it from the evil Shang Tsung in the battle to end all battles - Mortal Kombat! Joel McHale (“Community,” The CW’s upcoming “Stargirl”) and Jennifer Carpenter (“Dexter,” “Batman: Gotham by Gaslight”) lead a stellar cast as the voices of Hollywood star-turned-fighter Johnny Cage and all-business warrior Sonya Blade, respectively. The voice cast also includes Jordan Rodrigues (“Lady Bird,” “The Fosters”) as Liu Kang, Patrick Seitz (“Mortal Kombat X,” “Agrretsuko,” “Naruto: Shippuden”) as Scorpion & Hanzo Hasashi, Steve Blum (“Cowboy Bebop,” “Star Wars Rebels”) as Sub-Zero, Artt Butler (“Her,” “Star Wars: The Clone Wars”) as Shang Tsung, Darin De Paul (“Overwatch,” “Fortnite”) as Quan Chi, Robin Atkin Downes (“The Strain,” “Batman: The Killing Joke”) as Kano, David B. Mitchell (“Mortal Kombat 11,” “World of Warcraft” franchise) as Raiden, Ike Amadi (“Mass Effect 3,” “Mortal Kombat 11”) as Jax Briggs, Kevin Michael Richardson (“Family Guy,” “The Simpsons”) as Goro, Grey Griffin (“The Loud House,” “Young Justice,” “Scooby-Doo” franchise) as Kitana & Satoshi Hasashi, and Fred Tatasciore (“Robot Chicken,” “Family Guy”) as Demon Torturer. “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge” is directed by Ethan Spaulding (“Batman: Assault on Arkham,” “Justice League: Throne of Atlantis”) from a script by Jeremy Adams (“Supernatural,” “Teen Titans Go!,” “Vs. Teen Titans”) based on the videogame created by Ed Boon and John Tobias. Rick Morales (“Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders,” “Batman vs. Two-Face”) is producer, and Jim Krieg (“Batman: Gotham by Gaslight”) is co-producer. Executive producer is Sam Register. Ed Boon (NetherRealm Studios) is creative consultant. “’Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge’” is a riveting, no-holds-barred action-fest that delivers all the authentic combat, drama and humor fans expect coupled with edgy animation and an outstanding voice cast,” said Mary Ellen Thomas, Warner Bros. Home Entertainment Senior Vice President, Originals, Animation and Family Marketing. “This film is unlike anything Warner Bros. has produced before, and fans should be prepared for the thrill ride of their lives.” “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge” Special Features 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack and Digital From Epic Game to Extreme Animation – Mortal Kombat co-creator Ed Boon and the filmmakers reveal the creative process behind adapting the best-selling game to an all-new animated film. The Weapons, Wardrobe and World of “Mortal Kombat Legends” – The artists reveal the design challenges of animating the world of Mortal Kombat, from authentic armor to wildly imaginative weapons and fantasy settings. The Savage Sound Design of “Mortal Kombat Legends” – This hard-hitting audio exploration reveals the art of designing the sonic language of the fight scenes. Mortal Kombatants – Dive deep inside the cast of characters to reveal their unique abilities, signature moves and backstories. Filmmaker Commentary – Producer Rick Morales and screenwriter Jeremy Adams sit down for an insightful audio commentary that reveals the process of creating a compelling animated film based on one of today’s most popular fighting games. “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge” will also be available on Movies Anywhere. Using the free Movies Anywhere app and website, consumers can access all their eligible movies by connecting their Movies Anywhere account with their participating digital retailer accounts. Digital Distribution Elements On April 12, 2020, “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge” will be available to own in high definition and standard definition from select digital retailers including Amazon, the Apple TV app, FandangoNOW, PlayStation, Vudu, Xbox and others. On April 28, “Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge” will be made available digitally on Video On Demand services from cable and satellite providers, and on select gaming consoles. About Digital Digital movies or TV episodes allow fans to watch a digital version of their movie or TV show anywhere, on their favorite devices. Digital movies or TV episodes are included with the purchase of specially marked Blu-ray discs. With digital, consumers are able to instantly stream and download movies and TV shows to TVs, computers, tablets and smartphones through retail services. For more information on compatible devices and services go to wb.com/digitalmoviefaq. Consult a digital retailer for details and requirements and for a list of digital-compatible devices. Basics Product SRP 4K UHD Combo Pack $39.99 USA, $44.98 Canada Blu-ray Combo Pack $24.98 USA, $29.98 Canada DVD $19.98 USA, $24.98 Canada 4K Blu-ray Languages: English, Spanish, French 4K Blu-ray Subtitles: English, Spanish, French Blu-ray Languages: English, Spanish, French, German Blu-ray Subtitles: English, Spanish, French DVD Languages: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese DVD Subtitles: English, Spanish, French, Portuguese Running Time: 80 minutes R for strong bloody violence throughout and some language.

Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge is the new animated movie being developed from Warner Bros. Animation based on the video game by Ed Boon and John Tobias. The movie is being directed by Ethan Spaulding (Batman: Assault on Arkham, Justice League: Throne of Atlantis) from a script by Jeremy Adams (Supernatural, Teen Titans Go! vs. Teen Titans). Joel McHale (Community) will voice Johnny Cage, while Jennifer Carpenter (Dexter) will voice star as Sonya Blade. Additional voice cast will include Jordan Rodrigues as Lui Kang; Patrick Seitz as Scorpion and Hanzo Hasashi; Steve Blum as Sub-Zero; Artt Butler as Shang Tsung; Darin De Paul as Quan Chi; Robin Atkin Downes as Kano; David B. Mitchell as Raiden; Ike Amadi as Jax Briggs; Kevin Michael Richardson as Goro; Grey Griffin as Kitana and Satoshi Hasashi; and Fred Tatasciore as Demon Torturer. Rick Morales (Batman: Return of the Caped Crusaders, Batman vs. Two-Face) is producer and Jim Krieg (Batman: Gotham by Gaslight) is co-producer. The executive producer is Sam Register. NetherRealms' Ed Boon is creative consultant. Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge is scheduled for an early 2020 release. Source: The Hollywood Reporter

Warner Bros and Funko have partnered on licensed collectibles for almost 20 years and now they want to move into the movie business. The Warner Animation Group, under the optioned rights to Warner Bros and Funko will develop and produce a film based on the distinctive collectors figures. Allison Abbate, Executive VP of Warner Animation Group, will manage the partnership on behalf of the studio. “Their fresh take on pop culture make these figurines incredibly appealing to fans of all ages,” Abbate commented about the studio bringing the characters to life on movie screens. Oscar-nominated director and designer Teddy Newton is developing the storyline with Disney Animation veteran director Mark Dindal. Funko CEO Brian Mariotti told sources: “We’re thrilled for this opportunity and are committed to make an amazing Funko movie that stands on its own merit. This isn’t about selling toys or building a brand. The team at Warner Animation Group have a unique vision of what the first film should be and we are extremely excited to take this journey alongside them.” Source: Deadline

WarnerMedia has ordered "Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai," a 10-episode, half-hour prequel to original "Gremlins." In the animated television adaptation, we travel back to 1920s Shanghai to reveal the story of how 10-year-old Sam Wing (future shop owner Mr. Wing in the 1984 movie) met the young Mogwai called Gizmo. Along with a teenage street thief named Elle, Sam and Gizmo take a perilous journey through the Chinese countryside, encountering, and sometimes battling, colorful monsters and spirits from Chinese folklore. On their quest to return Gizmo to his family and uncover a legendary treasure, they are pursued by a power-hungry industrialist and his growing army of evil Gremlins. "Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai" will be produced by Amblin Television in association with Warner Bros. Animation. The series will be written by Tze Chun and executive produced by Darryl Frank ("The Americans, "Animaniacs," "Amazing Stories"), Justin Falvey ("The Americans," "Animaniacs," "Amazing Stories") and Sam Register ("Teen Titans Go!" and the upcoming series "Animaniacs") with Chun and Brendan Hay ("Dawn of the Croods," "Robot Chicken") serving as co-EP. Dan Krall ("Coraline," "Scooby-Doo!") will serve as supervising producer.

SuperBroMovies writer Daniel Richtman has reported via twitter that Warner Bros. Animation is currently developing a live action/animated hybrid based on the popular toy and action figure line, Funko! Based on the following image from Richtman, it shows the Funko! movie is set to begin production sometime this year. Plot details are scarce, but the Funko! movie will reportedly center around Wonder Woman, the Care Bears, Hellboy, Deadpool, Hello Kitty, Harley Quinn, Darth Vader, and My Little Pony. Source: SlashFilm