By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief It's a case of life imitating art, imitating life, imitating art. Or something like that. In any case, comics fans have been thrilled to learn Canadian actor Iman Vellani, who plays the character Ms. Marvel, will also be co-writing a new comic book about Ms. Marvel. Adding to the life imitates art theme, Ms. Marvel (aka Kamala Khan) stars … [Read more...] about Ms. Marvel Actor to Write New Ms. Marvel Comic
Comic Books/Strips
Mad Cave Studios Named as Publishing Partner for Flash Gordon
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter King Features Syndicate has appointed Mad Cave Studios as master publishing partner for its Flash Gordon character IP. Flash Gordon was originally created for King Features in 1934 as a sci-fi, action-adventure comic strip by Alex Raymond. Since the character's initial debut, Flash Gordon has starred in a live-action TV show, a radio … [Read more...] about Mad Cave Studios Named as Publishing Partner for Flash Gordon
Kartoon To Launch New Comics From Never-Before-Seen Stan Lee Creations
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kartoon Studios is launching a new line called Stan Lee Comics, based on never-before-released stories and characters created by Stan Lee. While Stan Lee was the visionary behind Marvel Comics for many years, Kartoon Studios is the controlling partner of Stan Lee Universe, LLC, and therefore controls the IP that Lee created, but was … [Read more...] about Kartoon To Launch New Comics From Never-Before-Seen Stan Lee Creations
Red Sonja Marks 50th Anniversary With CP Licensing Program
She doesn't look a day over 30, but the comic character Red Sonja is celebrating 50 years of sword-swinging action this year. To celebrate the big anniversary, Red Sonja, LLC has signed a new collection of merchandise licensing partners. The company says Red Sonja's partners plan to surprise fans with innovative products "that capture the spirit, adventure and imagination … [Read more...] about Red Sonja Marks 50th Anniversary With CP Licensing Program
Stan Lee Featured in New Comic-Con Museum Exhibit
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Kartoon Studios has developed a Comic-Con Museum exhibit for Stan Lee as part of his centennial birthday celebration. The upcoming Comic-Con Museum exhibit called Excelsior! The Life and Legacy of Stan Lee is intended to follow Stan Lee's extensive career in the entertainment industry. The exhibit will include numerous rare comic … [Read more...] about Stan Lee Featured in New Comic-Con Museum Exhibit
Jazwares and Crunchyroll Partner on Anime Collectibles
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Toymaker Jazwares is teaming up with the anime streamer Crunchyroll to develop a new anime collectibles portfolio. Jazwares is a global toy manufacturing company that creates products based on its portfolio of wholly-owned and licensed brands. Jazwares was acquired by the international holding company, Berkshire Hathaway, in 2022. The … [Read more...] about Jazwares and Crunchyroll Partner on Anime Collectibles
Crunchyroll Launches Cleverly Named ‘Ani-May’ Celebrations
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Crunchyroll is launching a long-term anime-focused celebration called Ani-May with global retail and digital licensing partnerships. The partnerships will include a variety of consumer products collections, digital activations, and in-store promotions based on licensed anime series. The licensed consumer products will include apparel, … [Read more...] about Crunchyroll Launches Cleverly Named ‘Ani-May’ Celebrations
Knockout Comics Adaptation of Creed Films Coming From BOOM! Studios
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief BOOM! Studios will release a four-issue limited comic book series based on the Creed film franchise from MGM. The comic adaptation is being produced in collaboration with the MGM studio, Creed star Michael B. Jordan's production company, Outlier Society, and Chartoff-Winkler. Jordan is also the director and producer of the recent … [Read more...] about Knockout Comics Adaptation of Creed Films Coming From BOOM! Studios
Peanuts’ Snoopy T-Shirt is Encouraging Americans to Donate Blood
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief A Snoopy T-shirt licensed to the American Red Cross has gone viral, driving huge traffic to blood donor clinics. The literally life-saving licensing deal with Peanuts Worldwide went viral on TikTok since it was launched on April 1, encouraging many first-time donors to give blood in exchange for the exclusive shirt. The shirt shows … [Read more...] about Peanuts’ Snoopy T-Shirt is Encouraging Americans to Donate Blood
King Features x Hours Deal Lets You Dress Like Archie Comic
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Archie Comics has partnered with the Hours clothing brand for a licensed Archie Andrews apparel collection. "Archie has been a mainstay in pop culture for a very long time and a perfect alignment us to be collaborating with such an iconic property," said Hours owner Roman Hessary. "The comics were a big part of us growing up and we’re … [Read more...] about King Features x Hours Deal Lets You Dress Like Archie Comic