Comcast is looking to get into the streaming content business.
January Sees Record Comic Sales
The first month of 2012 has been a good one for the comic book industry.
Sales of comic books were the highest since 2008.
Judge Rules Batmobile Design is Copyrighted
If you're looking to build your own replica of the Batmobile, there may be another expense besides the cost of the car. You could owe royalties for the copyrighted design of the famous superhero car according to a judge's ruling in California.
Gaiman, McFarlane Reach "Spawn" Settlement
A decade ago, Neil Gaiman wrote an issue of Spawn. Issue nine introduced a number of characters created by Gaiman including a medieval version of Spawn, Angela and Gabrielle and the former Hellspawn, Cagliostro. Each of the characters went on to become a player in the on-going series and various spin-off projects.
"Theory" Bangs "Idol"
It's geeks vs singers...and the geeks are winning. For the second week in a row, The Big Bang Theory delivered a larger audience in total viewers and 18-49 demos than American Idol did. When the pair clashed between 8pm and 8.30pm, Big Bang Theory had 16m (5.4) for CBS, ahead of American Idol's 15.5m (4.8). And while it means [...]
BBC America May Sue CBS Over New Holmes Show
Last week, we told you the BBC America was unhappy with the proposed CBS series Elementary. BBC America felt the new series was too close to the BBC reboot Sherlock.
"Avengers" Cologne Arrives
If you've ever wanted to smell like one of the mightiest heroes on the planet, we've got good news. A series of four new colognes is hitting stores based on The Avengers.
CBS' Modern Holmes Series Upsets BBC America
Earlier this week, it was reported that CBS had given the go-ahead for a new modern version of Sherlock Holmes called Elementary.
Lionsgate Looks to Sell TV Guide Network
Lionsgate is looking to sell its TV Guide network, according to the New York Post. Analysts have previously suggested that the company could offload its 50 percent in the channel to raise some money and focus on core businesses. (link) On Tuesday, Wunderlich Securities analyst Matthew Harrigansaid that Lionsgate is "apt to continue reviewing [the] sale [...]
Re-Releases in 3-D Will Be A Huge Trend in 2012
Looking for the latest trend at the movie theaters? It's not just 3-D but re-releases of popular titles in 3-D. Disney is leading the way with 3-D upgrades of several popular animated titles, including last weekend's release of Beauty and the Beast in 3-D. Also to follow this year is a 3-D release of Pixar's [...]
Blockbuster, Redbox Oppose Longer Rental Window
If the studios are going to lengthen the window for movie rentals, they can expect some resistance from two of the bigger rental companies. Blockbuster and Red Box have both voice opposition to a new 56-day wait for users to be able to rent new releases.
DVD Sales Slide, Blu-Ray Sales Grow
A bit of good news for Hollywood this week with news that while DVD sales slid last year, sales for Blu-Rays and digital content delivery rose.












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