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Top 10 Series 7 Moments (10-6)

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:35 +0000

Guest contributor Anthony Retondo counts down his top 10 Series 7 moments beginning with 10-6.

And so another series of Doctor Who is behind us, and now we enter the dark period when our Saturdays are a little less eventful. But before hurting our heads in anticipation of the 50^th anniversary, let us look back at th Read more …

Lindelof hints what we can (and can't) expect from Tomorrowland

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:26 +0000

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We don’t know a whole lot about Brad Bird’s mysterious new sci-fi flick Tomorrowland, but writer Damon Lindelof has shed some light on it.

TV THIS WEEK: Grimm's zombie finale, Kelly Hu joins Warehouse 13 + more

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:26 +0000

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This week, Grimm finishes out its second season and we’ll see the start of the summer shows with the premiere of the NBC comedy Save Me.

1st sexy, ass-kicking trailer for MTV's Teen Wolf S3

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:25 +0000

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If you’re looking for something that hits the sweet spot between True Blood and Vampire Diaries, MTV’s dark, sexy Teen Wolf hits the sweet spot.

Abrams created alternate preview scene to hide Cumberbatch's big secret

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:23 +0000

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Old J.J. takes secret keeping very seriously. And just in case it’s still a secret for you — spoilers below!

Image of the Day: 75 years of Superman's evolving super-suits

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:22 +0000

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Presented without comment.

Disney announces post-Clone Wars animated show: Star Wars Rebels!

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:21 +0000

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We’ve been wondering what Disney would do after pulling the plug on the beloved animated series Star Wars: Clone Wars, and now we know. Prepare to meet the Rebels!

Does Dinklage's mustache confirm who he'll be playing in Days of Future Past?

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:20 +0000

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We know Peter Dinklage will be a villain in X-Men: Days of Future Past, but now, thanks to this latest pic, we think we know who he’ll be playing specifically.

Your Verdict on Nightmare & Episode Ranking

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:19 +0000

It’s time to take a look at how you rated Nightmare in Silver in the Doctor Who TV polls. First of all Read more …

Series 7 Mysteries: The Name of the Doctor

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:19 +0000

Guest contributor Shay Hatchard ponders over the finale mysteries and revelations.

It’s all still waiting for you. The Fields of Trenzalore, the fall of the Eleventh, and the question. The first question. The one that must never be answered…

NOTE: The following article holds ma Read more …

Why David Brin wants to go to Mars (even if it's a one-way trip)

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:18 +0000

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If the idea of a one-way trip to the Red Planet sounds like fun to you, you’re not alone.

Win Cushing Dalek Films Collector’s Edition

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:18 +0000

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All of Aliens squeezed into intricately animated 1-minute short

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:17 +0000

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If you want to enjoy James Cameron’s Aliens, but just never seem to have the time, boy have we ever got a solution for you!

Who is Hurt’s Who?

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:17 +0000

Guest contributor Tom Colman speculates on the big Series 7 reveal.

WARNING: Full finale spoilers follow!

16 tech inventions that went amok in science fiction

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:16 +0000

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You might build it with the best of intentions, but that doesn’t mean it won’t destroy the world.

Read Moffat's love letter to fans for not spoiling leaked Who finale

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:15 +0000

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Steven Moffat was so proud of Doctor Who fans for not spoiling the season finale, he gave us some pretty great door prizes.

Patton Oswalt's epic Star Wars VII rant gets awesomely animated

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:13 +0000

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Because some things are better seen than heard — like robot spider Chewbacca, for example.

“Dr. Who and the Daleks” Remastered Review

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:13 +0000

Patrick Kavanagh-Sproull gives his verdict on the upcoming remastered edition of the Peter Cushing movie.

Poll: Moffat’s Best Episode (2010-2013)

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:07 +0000

Steven Moffat has just concluded another series with his episode The Name of the Doctor. Now Doctor Who TV wants to know, which is the best stor Read more …

Watch trailer (and read the script) for Abrams' NBC series Believe

Scuttlebug — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:27:06 +0000

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One of the most mysterious shows of the fall is coming from J.J. Abrams, and now we finally have a good look at what he’s putting together for Believe.

5/20/13 – Into Darkness

walkie — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:41:00 +0000

Perhaps the Biggest Trend in the 4+ Year History of The Elite Force Podcast
has Come to ahead. Star Trek Into Darkness is Now out.

So What did we think

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.Walkie was Joined by The Head of the SNS Radio Network
“Mr. Money on the Mic” JJ $exay as the two Review
Star Trek Into Darness
.also Walkie and JJ look ahead to the next movie and
where the Two see it going and why should Direct The
Next Movie
.They Read an E-mail from 1st Time E-mailer Shifty
as he gives his review of the Trek Film
.Also JJ Took Walkie to Task over what he Talk about
a Few weeks about on the Weekend EFP.

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5/17/13 – Space Oddity

walkie — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:32:11 +0000

Ground Control to major tom.
Its time for another Midweek EFP!

Stories covered this week

.Abrams reveals the original Trek 2 title we didn’t get to see
.Iron Man 3 actor says we never got to see original post-credits scene
.Dawn of the Planet of the Apes synopsis details deadly aftermath
.Rumor of the Day: Jeremy Renner’s being replaced as Hawkeye in Avengers 2

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River Song: A Love-Hate Relationship

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:50 +0000

Guest contributor K-Ci Williams examines the divisive nature of the character.

Nowadays in Docto Read more …

The Name of the Doctor Clips UPDATE

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:49 +0000

UPDATE 2: Another clip added showing when River meets Clara for the first time:

UPDATE: Digital Spy have another. See below:

Moffat: Smith & Tennant “Adored working with each other”

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:47 +0000

Steven Moffat has spoken briefly about uniting Matt Smith and David Tennant in the 50th anniversary special.

He told BBCA: “Matt and David together was quite special. They really, really, really got on well with each other and adored working with each other. It was just properly funny. The two of them together in particular are r Read more …

The Name of the Doctor: Radio Trailer

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:46 +0000

In the player below you can listen to the BBC radio trailer for The Name of the Doctor. It contains lots of new dialogue from the episode.

Spoilerphobes are recommended to avoid!

Matt Smith Confirms Himself for Series 8 2014

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:45 +0000

Matt Smith has confirmed that he will continue to play the Eleventh Doctor in Series 8.

In an interview from Saturday Read more …

The Name of the Doctor New Pics

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:44 +0000

The BBC has released almost 40 more new promo pics for the upcoming Series 7 finale, The Name of the Doctor.Read more …

Poll: The Doctor’s Wife vs Nightmare in Silver

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:42 +0000

Writer Neil Gaiman has now written two episodes for Doctor Who. His first, The Doctor’s Wife, aire Read more …

Introducing The Name of the Doctor

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:40 +0000

In the video below Matt Smith and Jenna-Louise Coleman introduce the Series 7 finale, The Name of the Doctor.

The Doctor’s Name Revealed?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:38 +0000

Will the Doctor’s name be revealed? Guest contributor Liam Catterson speculates.

When the final title for Series 7 was first revealed as “The Name of the Doctor” I was one of those fans who reacted with much hype and excitement as it made me think, ”They are actually going to do it!” It’s no secret that Read more …

Strax Field Report: The Name of the Doctor

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:36 +0000

The BBC has released a new “Strax Field Report” for the Series 7 finale, The Name of the Doctor.

Mars Opportunity Rover just broke a 40-year-old NASA space record

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:20 +0000

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The nine-year-old rover has logged some serious drive time on the Martian surface.

Cosplay We Love: Insanely epic Warhammer 40K costume

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:19 +0000

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It’s Friday afternoon, so here’s a jaw-dropping dose of cosplay awesomeness to send you off smiling into the weekend.

How Quicksilver, Scarlet Witch (and Iron Man!) fit in Avengers 2

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:18 +0000

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Whedon is looking to dig deeper into the Marvel universe with Avengers 2, and has opened up about how two new additions (and a founding member) will fit.

1st trailer for space horror movie Europa Report will creep you out

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:17 +0000

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While seeking out alien life on Jupiter’s moon, Europa, a group of astronauts will prove the old adage, “In space, no one can hear you scream”.

Chronicle star speaks out about controversial Human Torch rumors

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:16 +0000

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Michael B. Jordan could become one of the few African Americans to play a mainstream superhero. After the news broke, there was quite a backlash. So how does he feel about it?

Matt Smith finally confirms: He'll be BACK for Doctor Who S8

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:15 +0000

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Matt Smith has finally put all the rumors to rest. He will be back for series eight. Promise.

Image of the Day: The most amazing Batman mustache you'll ever see

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:14 +0000

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Presented without comment.

Could this new Avengers 2 set location confirm the appearance of Black Panther?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:14 +0000

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With studio space already confirmed in the UK, this news is very suspicious indeed.

10 things we learned from Gillian Anderson's Reddit AMA

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:13 +0000

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Not surprisingly, there were a lot of X-Files questions.

Lindelof reveals how (and why) they changed the opening to Trek 2

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:12 +0000

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We can finally see what J.J. Abrams has been working on with Trek 2 this weekend, but the opening we’ll see is not what the director originally had in mind.

Sci-fi's 1st hero Buck Rogers gets whole new look for his comic return

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:12 +0000

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The 25th Century gets an upgrade.

Rumor of the Day: Uh-oh! Does the BBC want Moffat to leave Who?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:11 +0000

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In Moff we trust? Maybe not.

Mysterious investor could save that complex Dark Tower movie/TV plan

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:11 +0000

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Much like Stephen King’s mythical Gunslinger himself, you can’t count out those long-simmering plans for a TV series and movie series of The Dark Tower.

NSFW gallery of amazing artist's sci-fi and comic book body paint

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:10 +0000

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When crafting a garment that perfectly matches your favorite geeky hero or villain, you usually need some serious sewing skills. On the other hand …

Syfy's Warehouse 13 bags and tags a 5th (and final) season

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:09 +0000

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There will be one more season of artifact hunting, then Syfy’s Warehouse 13 will officially come to a close.

Zombieland writer blames hateful fans for pilot's failure

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:09 +0000

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Fans have more power than they know. According to Zombieland writer Rhett Reese, they literally hate-watched the Zombieland series out of existence.

Noooooo! Arrow producer explains why [REDACTED] had to die

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:08 +0000

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From big reveals to classic DC baddies, the first season of Arrow didn’t pull any punches on the way to this week’s epic finale.

CW sci-fi overload: Tomorrow People, Originals + The 100 trailers

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:07 +0000

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We knew The CW was propping up their fall schedule with four new sci-fi series, and now we finally have our first look at what they’ve been cooking up.

New photo caption may confirm Man of Steel gender swap

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:06 +0000

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Remember there was speculation earlier in the year about a character’s gender being changed in Man of Steel? Looks like we may finally have confirmation that it’s true.

This video proves Star Trek makes an AWESOME middle school musical

Scuttlebug — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:02:05 +0000

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With a red shirt singing a song about how he’ll never die, what could possibly go wrong?

How Steven Moffat got Neil Gaiman to make the Cybermen scary again

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:54 +0000

Writer/screenwriter Neil Gaiman is back to write another iconic episode of Doctor Who, and this time he upgrades those creaky Cybermen into something frightening.

1st official look at the agents of Whedon's new S.H.I.E.L.D. series

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:54 +0000

Good news, folks. Joss Whedon is officially coming back to television, and he’s bringing the Marvel universe with him.

Theater hires 'gunmen' to promote Iron Man 3, terrifies audience instead

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:53 +0000

In which one theater learns the hard way how NOT to promote a summer blockbuster.

Here's how you can finally be your own stormtrooper action figure

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:52 +0000

Next time someone catches you playing with your dolls again, you’ll be ready.

Everyone's sexy (and sometimes bloody) in 21 new True Blood S6 pics

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:51 +0000

The sixth season of HBO’s True Blood is almost here, and it looks like the Fang Gang is all back together.

Watch 50th Anniversary BAFTA Tribute

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:51 +0000

In the video below you can watch the special 50th anniversary tribute shown at the BAFTA Television Awards earlier tonight.

Menacing statue in theater lobby may be 1st full look at Hobbit's Smaug

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:51 +0000

A scaly new monument has appeared in a cinema foyer that could be the gold-hoarding, hobbit-roasting Smaug.

Cosplay We Love: Man-sized Buzz Lightyear costume made out of balloons

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:49 +0000

Here’s a Friday dose of cosplay ingenuity to send you off into your weekend with a smile!

Rick's stalked by a zombie in 1st official pic from Walking Dead S4

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:48 +0000

Rick (and a zombie!) are back, in the first official pic from season four of AMC’s The Walking Dead.

Series 7 Finale Leaks (No spoilers)

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:48 +0000

As some of our readers may be aware, complete plot details on the Series 7 finale of Doctor Who have been revealed.

DVD’ Read more …

Stark, Cyclops + more sci-fi characters sport shades in epic sunglasses supercut

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:48 +0000

Everybody needs a cool pair of sunglasses when life gets too bright… especially in Hollywood.

Interview: Stephen Woolfenden on Nightmare in Silver

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:47 +0000

Patrick Kavanagh-Sproull talks to Stephen Woolfenden about directing Nightmare in Silver.

Caesar rides again in Dawn of the Planet of the Apes set pic

Scuttlebug — Mon, 13 May 2013 03:02:47 +0000

The cast and crew of Dawn of the Planet of the Apes are ready for action. They’re currently shooting the sequel, which marks the return of Andy Serkis’ Caesar. Here’s a first look at the actor on set.

5/12/13 – Before The Darkness

walkie — Sun, 12 May 2013 23:54:53 +0000

It is allmost Here.
After years of debate and rants.
we are about to enter Into Darkness.
But before that.
EFP Has 1 Last thing to say.

The Weekend Elite Force Podcast is back

On This Episodes:

.50th Anniversary: More Hurt Rumours
.ABC Picks Up “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”
.Extinction For “Jurassic Park 4?”
.“Stargate: Universe” Fans Petition Netflix
.A Special Comment

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5/10/13 – Voodoo Child

walkie — Fri, 10 May 2013 19:25:46 +0000

Well, I stand up next to a mountain
And I chop it down with the edge of my hand
Well, I pick up all the pieces and make an island
Might even raise a little sand

Its The Midweek EFP!!

Stories covered this week

.Marvel names 3 surprising superheroes it wants to make movies about
.John Hurt teases Who 50th role, possibly confirming stunning rumor
.Little known sci-fi fact: Lucas wanted Indiana Jones 2 to be a dinosaur movie
.Rumor of the Day: Time Lord may voice Guardians’ Rocket Raccoon

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Syfy announces we're going back to Defiance for a second season

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:43 +0000

Get ready to return to TV’s hottest new sci-fi world.

More intriguing info emerges on John Hurt's pivotal role in Who's 50th

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:42 +0000

Yesterday, we told you about John Hurt’s rather pivotal role in Doctor Who’s upcoming 50th anniversary special. Today, we have even more info to share with you and it’s timey wimey juicy.

Everything we know about 11 new genre shows the networks just announced

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:40 +0000

The new season is almost upon us, and the networks are going nuts, announcing a ton of new sci-fi and fantasy projects they really want us to watch next fall. So what are the options?

Remember the Star Wars Kid? Here's what he's up to today

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:39 +0000

Before YouTube was, well, YouTube, one of the most infamous videos online cost this man his dignity. But where his he now?

1st look at McAvoy as '70s-era Xavier in Days of Future Past

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:38 +0000

We’ve been wondering how Bryan Singer would imagine James McAvoy’s young 70s-era Professor Xavier, and now we finally know.

Warner Bros. to make new Dungeons & Dragons movie? Not so fast, says Hasbro!

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:37 +0000

That D&D movie has just hit its first, very serious snag.

Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. all but official (and here's the 1st teaser!)

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:36 +0000

If you were hoping for more Agent Coulson, looks like you’re going to get your wish.

Billie Piper on 50th Anniversary

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:35 +0000

Billie Piper has spoken briefly for the first time on reprising her role as Rose Tyler in Doctor Who’s 50th anniversary special.

As expected Piper is terrified of revealing anything: “I don’t know if I’m allowed to say anything!”

She adds: “I feel it’s like going home, and it’s a Read more …

Check out the weird mo-cap suits Bay's Ninja Turtles are wearing

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:35 +0000

Get ready for a heavy dose of Turtle power. Here’s a revealing behind the scenes look at next year’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles reboot.

Defeated by Love: Why it was time for a Cybermen Revamp

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:34 +0000

Patrick Kavanagh-Sproull on why the Cybermen were due a revamp.

The Cybermen were once the most terrifying of beings throughout the Doctor Who universe. Their gelid stares and affrighting monotonous voices have chilled audiences since their debut in William Hartnell’s closing tale, The Tenth Planet. The Tomb Read more …

Space is a frakkin' scary place in 1st full trailer for Cuaron's Gravity

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:33 +0000

The first full trailer for Alfonso Cuaron’s long-delayed sci-fi flick Gravity has finally arrived, and space has never looked so absolutely terrifying.

Abrams gets ANOTHER new sci-fi TV series (and here's the 1st look)

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:33 +0000

Not surprisingly, J.J. Abrams will have a few more new shows on TV this fall, and now we have the first look at his NBC series Believe.

Introducing Nightmare in Silver

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:32 +0000

In the video below Matt Smith and Neil Gaiman introduce this Saturday’s episode, Nightmare in Silver.

These are the 10 most annoying (and funny!) things about time travel

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:32 +0000

When people talk about time travel, it’s always about paradoxes and butterfly effects. But the worst things about time travel or far more insidious.

1st look at Disney's animated Marvel robot movie Big Hero 6

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:30 +0000

We knew Disney planned to leverage the Marvel catalog for more than just the Avengers universe, and now we have our first look at what’s next.

50th Anniversary Tribute at BAFTA TV Awards

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:30 +0000

It has been announced that Doctor Who will receive a special tribute at Sunday’s BAFTA Television Awards.

Full details:

Gallery: DC's superheroines get turned into sexy pin-ups (NSFW)

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:29 +0000

We love a good pin-up, and these are pretty phenomenal.

50th Anniversary: More Hurt Rumours

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:29 +0000

The Sun are claiming to have more details on John Hurt’s role in the 50th anniversary.

Spoilerphobes read on at your own risk!

Time-lapse images shows how vintage Star Wars toys deteriorate

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:27 +0000

Star Wars may be forever, but its toys sure aren’t.

Nightmare in Silver Spoiler-Free Review

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:27 +0000

Expectations can be a dangerous thing. Allowing Neil Gaiman, the writer of fan favourite Read more …

Whedon fires back at those 'tawdry' Avengers 2 budget rumors

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:27 +0000

So what does Joss Whedon have to say about all these Avengers 2 budget rumors?

Serious outcry causes Disney to change controversial movie plan

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:26 +0000

Turns out you can’t Disneyfy everything.

Top 10 Cybermen Cliffhangers

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:26 +0000

John Hussey counts down the best Cybermen cliffhangers from their history.

With Neil Gaiman’s upcoming adventure starring the Cybermen, I decided to add to the excitement of the fandom and encourage more discussion about the return of the cybernetic killers by creating this countdown. Delve your minds into the terrors Read more …

2 major sci-fi stars came in last on list of most trustworthy celebs

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:25 +0000

Who are the least trusted Hollywood actors in America? Apparently, a few bona fide sci-fi stars.

Nightmare in Silver: 2nd Clip

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:25 +0000

The BBC has released the a second clip for this Saturday’s episode, Nightmare in Silver.

Watch Conan O'Brien's hilariously fake Star Trek Into Darkness spoilers

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:24 +0000

How can one respond to accusations of having shown a major (intended to be fake) movie spoiler on your show? Why, you add lots of “new spoilers” the following night.

Attack of the Cybermen Retrospective

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:23 +0000

Guest contributor Gustaff looks back on the 1985 Colin Baker story.

Back in the 80s, this story was the poster child along with Vengeance on Varos and The Two Doctors for being too-violent. This and other factors started a chain of events that would ultimately cancel Doctor Who until its brief resurrection Read more …

Rebels? Wookiee Hunters? Disney hints at future Star Wars projects

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:23 +0000

Disney is keeping the finer points of their Star Wars plan under wraps, but we might finally have a hint at what they’re planning.

50th Anniversary: John Hurt Big Spoiler

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:22 +0000

Some intriguing details on John Hurt’s role in the 50th anniversary have been revealed by the man himself.

Spoilerphobes proceed at your own risk!

Show: [spoiler]

Dawn of the Planet of the Apes synopsis details deadly aftermath

Scuttlebug — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:59:22 +0000

Man and beast will come to ahead in Dawn of the Planet of the Apes. New plot details have surfaced from the upcoming sequel.

Poll: Best Mark Gatiss Episode

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:46 +0000

Writer Mark Gatiss added two further stories to his episode line-up with Cold War and The Crimson HorrorRead more …

2nd Opinion: The Crimson Horror

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:45 +0000

John Hussey and Adam James Cuthbert each give their own verdict on Mark Gatiss’ latest episode.

John’s verdict

Mark Gatiss returns with his second episode for Series 7 and provides another unique story filled with his usual traits of Victorian macabre, along with the return of the Paternoster Gang.

Rise of the Cybermen/The Age of Steel in Perspective

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:44 +0000

David Selby takes a trip back to 2006 to look at the first Cybermen story of the revival.

On man Read more …

The Name of the Doctor “Prequel” Saturday

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:43 +0000

UPDATE: The BBC has confirmed that the finale prequel will be released online this Saturday at 7.45pm. They also released a new pic.

Nightmare in Silver: First Clip

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:41 +0000

The BBC has released the first clip for this Saturday’s episode, Nightmare in Silver.

How did no one notice this? Video of Next Gen's Riker reveals bizarre compulsion

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:32 +0000

We knew Commander William T. Riker could be kind of forward, but this is ridiculous.

Studio 'crushes' hopes for Jurassic Park 4 anytime soon

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:31 +0000

Sorry, Jurassic Park fans. If plans for a new sequel seemed too good to be true, it’s apparently because they were.

Grimm gets boost, Thrones still rules + 43 other genre shows

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:30 +0000

Moving to a new night definitely seems to be paying off for Grimm.

See every film creature Ray Harryhausen ever created in 4-min. video

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:30 +0000

Here’s a menagerie of the FX wizard’s well-known Hollywood pets and props from 1949-1981.

Eureka's sheriff makes 'mysterious' move to Syfy's Haven as S4 regular

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:28 +0000

A familiar face will be showing up in Haven next season, as a former Eureka star has signed on for a season-long arc on the Syfy series.

More tantalizing details emerge for Doctor Who’s season 7 finale

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:27 +0000

A few more tantalizing tidbits have emerged concerning Doctor Who’s season-seven finale, “The Name of the Doctor.”

Finally! Fly through space in 1st footage from Cuaron's Gravity

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:26 +0000

George Clooney and Sandra Bullock are lost (well, stuck!) in space.

Aliens ruin Pegg and Frost’s epic pub crawl in 1st hilarious World’s End trailer

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:25 +0000

An epic pub crawl ruined by an alien invasion starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost and that Hobbit dude from Sherlock? Yes, please. And we have the 1st awesome hilarious trailer!

18 great sci-fi movies you can watch right now on Netflix Instant

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:24 +0000

There are a ton of great sci-fi movies available right now on Netflix. But, where to start?

A woman was savagely attacked outside McDonalds … by She-Hulk

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:22 +0000

You wouldn’t like her when she’s angry.

Dungeons + Dragons movie lives again (thanks to Game of Thrones)

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 22:02:21 +0000

It sounds like Dungeons & Dragons might finally get the movie it’s always deserved.

The Cybermen: Nightmare in Silver or Joke in Tinfoil?

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:34:18 +0000

Guest contributor Tomas Edwards examines each appearance so far.

The Cybermen are among the most well-known of all the Doctor’s enemies, having appeared on screen with all but the Eighth and Ninth Doctors. In this article I will be talking about their appearances, their design and then at the end my personal opinion on them Read more …

Gaiman would “Love to do more Doctor Who”

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:34:17 +0000

Writer Neil Gaiman has revealed that he would love to pen another story of Doctor Who following Nightmare in Silver. Read more …

Gaiman on Upgrading the Cybermen

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:34:08 +0000

Writer Neil Gaiman has explained why he “upgraded” the Cybermen for Nightmare in SilverRead more …

The Crimson Horror Review

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:33:53 +0000

Clint Hassell reviews Mark Gatiss’ latest episode.

Despite being set in 1893, “The Crims Read more …

50th Anniversary Short: Tip of the Tongue

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:33:42 +0000

Details on the next 50th anniversary short have been revealed.

Patrick Ness, author of the ‘Chaos Walking’ trilogy and ‘A Mo Read more …

Nightmare in Silver Gallery

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:33:34 +0000

In the gallery below you will find the official BBC promo pics for this Saturday’s episode, Nightmare in Silver.

C Read more …

The Cybermen: Mondas vs Cybus

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:33:24 +0000

Guest contributor Gustaff compares Cybermen old and new.

As we journey towards the upcoming Cybermen story that is to be the penultimate episode of Read more …

Your Verdict on Journey & Episode Ranking

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:33:17 +0000

It’s time to take a look at how you rated Journey to the Centre Read more …

Series 7 Mysteries: Predictions for the Finale

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:33:05 +0000

Guest contributor Shay Hatchard takes a look at what might be in store.

As we enter the final quarter of Series 7: Part Two, we still know next to nothing about Clara and the build up to the whole Trenzalore-based finale, The Name of the Doctor, is wearing a little thin. Does this mean we can expect a rushe Read more …

Enter the Battle Room in 1st full trailer for Ender's Game

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:58 +0000

The first trailer for Ender’s Game has arrived, and Orson Scott Card’s 1985 novel has never looked so good.

Why Neil Gaiman will never sign on as showrunner for Doctor Who

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:57 +0000

With a new Gaiman-penned Who episode coming this weekend and rumors of Moffat’s possible departure, Gaiman addresses the elephant in the room.

You'll never forget a dwarf with this Periodic Table of Middle-earth

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:56 +0000

If you have trouble keeping all those dwarves and hobbits in check, we have just the thing for you.

Here's the 1st look at Megan Fox as April O'Neil on Ninja Turtles set

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:55 +0000

Last weekend, Megan Fox made her debut on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set. Here’s your first look at the revamped character.

Before you head Into Darkness, watch everything wrong with the last Star Trek

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:54 +0000

We know you’re ready to go to warp, but while we’re still in space dock, let’s run a five minute diagnostic on 2009′s Star Trek.

Pirates! The apocalypse! 1st look at Michael Bay's 2 new TV series

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:53 +0000

Michael Bay’s latest projects: An apocalyptic military tale, and a hard-nosed pirate series. Want to see?

True Blood author getting scary letters about decision to end the series

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:52 +0000

The books on which the popular HBO Vampire drama are based will be coming to an end very soon and some fans are NOT happy about it.

Legendary stop-motion monster maker Ray Harryhausen dead at 92

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:51 +0000

One of genre cinema’s biggest titans has left us.

50th Anniversary Filming: And That’s A Wrap

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:50 +0000

Filming on Doctor Who’s historic 50th anniversary special has wrapped.

Producer Marcus Wilson Read more …

Quinto and Nimoy battle for Spock supremacy in surprisingly awesome car ad

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:49 +0000

Who’s the better Spock: Zachary Quinto or Leonard Nimoy? In this hysterical new Audi commercial called “The Challenge,” you’ll find out.

Spidey 2 writer defends decision to include 4 villains in sequel

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:48 +0000

Worried that all the baddies that keep popping up in Spidey 2 could lead to an overflow of Sam Raimi proportions?

John Noble explains what convoluted Fringe finale was all about

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:47 +0000

Fans are still debating that timey-wimey finale, and now star John Noble has opened up about what he thought that final episode really meant.

Is this our first look at a new Star Wars animated series?

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:46 +0000

The next Star Wars cartoon could be right around the corner.

The Enterprise crew is on edge in 19 new pics from Star Trek 2

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:46 +0000

Next week, Star Trek Into Darkness hits theaters. To tide you over, Paramount’s released 19 images from the highly-anticipated sequel.

G.I. Joe writers say studio stole sequel script, seek $23 million

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:45 +0000

Two of the writers behind G.I. Joe: Rise of Cobra flick are seeking $23 million in a massive lawsuit claiming the studio stole their pitch for a sequel.

20 more facts you might not know about Star Trek: The Next Generation

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:44 +0000

The season that took Star Trek the Next Generation from on-the-bubble failure to bona fide success finally came out on blu-ray. And new blu-ray, means new factoids!

Rumor of the Day: Time Lord may voice Guardians' Rocket Raccoon

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:44 +0000

Looks like a certain former Time Lord who travelled through time and space just may become a beloved member of the Guardians of the Galaxy.

Leaked concept art from Aronofsky's aborted early-2000s Batman

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:43 +0000

Now, we have out first look at Darren Aronofsky’s Batman: Year One movie that could’ve been.

Mystery of 1908 blast 1,000 times stronger than an A-bomb: Solved?

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:42 +0000

One Russian scientist think he’s finally got the “Tunguska Event” figured out.

So THIS is Disney's master plan for future Star Wars videogames!

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:41 +0000

Now, we at least know what Disney is planning on the Star Wars gaming front. And it’s a doozy.

How James Marsters, Anthony Head and Kelly Hu will rock Warehouse 13's S4.5

Scuttlebug — Wed, 08 May 2013 01:32:40 +0000

Syfy’s Warehouse 13 season 4.5 delves into the consequences of the deeds of evil Artie and offers up some notable sci-fi guest stars in recurring roles.

5/5/13 – A Very Geek Weekend

walkie — Sun, 05 May 2013 23:22:52 +0000

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.WTF? Ronald D. Moore almost killed off Riker in S6 of Trek: TNG?
.Will All the “Transformers” Know His Name?
.Past Doctors to Appear Digitally in 50th?
.The rumors are true: These ARE the new Avengers we’ll see in Part 2
.Could this Chronicle star be Fantastic Four’s new Human Torch?
.Forget Carrie Fisher’s denial: She’s in (again!) for Star Wars 7

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1st look at Falcon ready to kick ass on set of Captain America 2

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:26 +0000

Captain America’s new sidekick will have a pretty awesome introduction, judging by these action-packed new set pics.

Enterprise under attack (+ upside down) in twisty new Trek 2 clip

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:25 +0000

Ever wonder what happens when a starship starts flipping while zipping through deep space? Well, wonder no more.

Thrones sets record (again), Hannibal drops + 43 other genre shows

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:25 +0000

Game of Thrones seems to be bent on conquest.

Did Tennant just confirm he's the only former Doctor back for Who’s 50th?

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:24 +0000

Just how many former Doctors will actually make it into Doctor Who’s 50th big whopping anniversary special? David Tennant has the answer.

Wolverine fights ninjas + things blow up in explosive new trailer

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:23 +0000

Some new footage from James Mangold’s The Wolverine has been released as part of a wild new trailer, which shows off some great ninja fights and explosive new set pieces.

6 Falling Skies S3 premiere pics plus news: Traitors! A baby!

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:23 +0000

Falling Skies’ third season premiere is right around the corner. Check out some new photos that reunite us with the 2nd Mass.

1st look at Ben Kingsley as the tattooed commander of Ender's Game

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:22 +0000

Ben Kingsley’s gone from terrorist to teacher for Gavin Hood’s Ender’s Game. Here’s a first look at the actor in the sci-fi adventure.

See short film made from a few dozen atoms magnified x 100,000,000

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:21 +0000

Get ready to watch the world’s smallest movie.

Former Trek writers team up to launch new sci-fi show via Kickstarter

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:21 +0000

Tired of network TV? Two former Star Trek writers are too, so they’re turning to you to help make their next series.

These 2 schoolgirls blamed their school vandalism on a comic book

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:20 +0000

Reading manga is no excuse for damaging public property, but that’s just what these girls have done.

11 things you probably didn’t know about the 1st Iron Man movie

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:19 +0000

The first Iron Man film was a $140 million gamble, and in honor of part three, here are 11 things you might not know about what started it all.

Moffat promises 'things will be resolved' in Doctor Who S7 finale

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:18 +0000

So, Doctor Who showrunner Steven Moffat is apparently ready to spill the beans on the Doctor for the upcoming Season seven finale. Geronimo!

Scientifically Accurate Ninja Turtles are hilarious (and very NSFW)

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:18 +0000

What if the ninja turtles were scientifically accurate, instead of teenage and mutant?

Check out 1st image of Rhino from Amazing Spider-Man 2

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:17 +0000

If you’d been wondering what the Rhino was going to look like, this is our first sneaky peek at the big guy.

Wil Wheaton's heartfelt speech to a newborn about being a geek

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:15 +0000

If you didn’t already love Wil Wheaton, this should put you over the top.

Look which actress from HBO's Girls might be the next Sue Storm

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:15 +0000

So the Fantastic Four reboot is going to start filming this summer, huh? Probably should start casting it RIGHT NOW.

Go behind the scenes of Empire Strikes Back with 22 rare set pics

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:14 +0000

Gather the geeks and absorb this delirious dose of Star Wars nostalgia.

Jayne hat-bra makes us forget all about Firefly's legal shenanigans

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:13 +0000

Forget about that Firefly cease and desist, and marvel at the Jayne bra.

Little-known sci-fi fact: Stan Lee thought Marvel’s readers would HATE Iron Man (at first)

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:13 +0000

Tony Stark describes how he is much more than just a man in a metal suit.

Spock is comically jealous in latest clip from Star Trek Into Darkness

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:05:11 +0000

If you were as nervous as we were that Star Trek Into Darkness was going to be all serious all the time, this new clip will put your mind at ease.

2nd Opinion: Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:13 +0000

John Hussey and Adam James Cuthbert each give their own verdict on Steve Thompson’s latest episode.

John’s verdict

Top 5 Historicals (Classic Series)

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:11 +0000

David Selby counts down the top historical episodes from the classic era.

Whatever you say about the classic series, you simply can’t fault its creativity and historical accuracy when it comes to its past-based episodes. In fact, during the Hartnell era, almost all episodes set in the past were pure historicals, Read more …

Nightmare in Silver Details

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:10 +0000

The new issue of Doctor Who Magazine also contains some new details for Neil Gaiman’s upcoming Cybermen story, Nightmare in Silver.

Here’s some highlights:

The Name of the Doctor Spoilery Details

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:09 +0000

The new issue of Doctor Who Magazine reveals some tantalising details for the Series 7 finale, The Name of the Doctor. Here’s some highlights.

Spoilerphobes should read ahead at their own risk!

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DWM Confirms No Classic Doctors in 50th

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:08 +0000

According to Doctor Who Magazine, David Tennant will be the only returning Doctor. The new issue Read more …

The Crimson Horror 2nd Clip

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:07 +0000

The BBC has released another clip for this Saturday’s episode, The Crimson Horror.

The Best of Mark Gatiss So Far…

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:06 +0000

Guest contributor Jack H counts down writer Mark Gatiss’ best stories so far.

Mark Gatiss is one of the main new series writers. He was the first other than Head Writer Russell T Davies to write a script in 2005. Since then he has written four more scripts for the show and he returns this Saturday with another. In Read more …

Pulver Interested in Female Doctor Role

Scuttlebug — Thu, 02 May 2013 10:02:06 +0000

Last year a rumo Read more …

EFP Presents The Saga Begins

walkie — Wed, 01 May 2013 00:34:54 +0000

The Force Is Strong as The Elite Force Podcast
Presents a Look Into The Prequel Star Wars Trilogy.

Walkie and Mindwipe along with The Owner of The SNS
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Walkie Mindwipe and JJ Give their views on the Game and
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Why Whedon says he's saving Thanos for Marvel's 'big finale'

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:14 +0000

Don’t ever say that Joss Whedon doesn’t have a plan.

Spider-Man finally meets Electro in 13 new set pics + video

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:14 +0000

The shoot is well underway for Amazing Spider-Man 2, and some intriguing new set pics and video finally show us a face off between Spidey and the new baddie Electro.

How a real-life superhero fought a police ban and WON

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:12 +0000

A Seattle vigilante’s conflict with the police raises some interesting questions about real-life super heroes.

Image of the Day: The Joker's portrait made from creepiest quotes

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:11 +0000

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See the birth of Pacific Rim's badass fighting robots in new trailer

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:10 +0000

Wanna see more awesome robot vs. monster brawling? Of course you do.

Game experts believe they've uncovered earliest known version of D&D

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:09 +0000

Is this a rare missing link in the history of the world’s most famous RPG?

Frell, yes! Farscape creator O'Bannon signs on for Revolution S2

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:09 +0000

With Revolution officially coming back for season two, NBC is adding yet another sci-fi vet behind the scenes to make sure it can match that early momentum.

This kid built his own hyper-realistic Iron Man suit out of foam

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:08 +0000

The Iron Man suit isn’t just for billionaire, playboy, philanthropists any more.

Look which Being Human star screen-tested to be the 11th Doctor

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:06 +0000

After three seasons as the Eleventh Doctor on Doctor Who, it’s hard to think of anyone else but Matt Smith in the role, isn’t it?

'Shook up' retired pilot describes seeing 4 UFOs flying over Ohio

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:05 +0000

Seeing just one UFO would be enough to freak most of us out, but this guy spotted four.

Forget Carrie Fisher's denial: She's in (again!) for Star Wars 7

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:05 +0000

Carrie Fisher is at it again. The original Princess Leia has always been a wild card, and let the cat out of the bag a while back about the original cast’s return in Star Wars: Episode VII.

See the mayor who went to the voting booth dressed as a Jedi. Really.

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:03 +0000

One politician shows us a way to guarantee that the Force will be with you at the polling stations.

14 great sci-fi TV series you could be watching on Netflix now

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:02 +0000

There’s a lot of stuff out there on Netflix, but where does a good sci-fi TV fan need to start?

Police hunting for guy dressed like Spider-Man who stole $6,000

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:02 +0000

Spider-Man, Spider-Man, steals whatever a spider can.

Why Perlman says Del Toro 'owes it to the world' to do Hellboy 3

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:55:00 +0000

Hellboy himself has decided the final installment needs to happen. So, Guillermo Del Toro better watch out.

Fuller reveals who he’d want as captain of his Star Trek TV series

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:54:59 +0000

It’s no secret that Bryan Fuller wants to bring Star Trek back to TV — with Bryan Singer no less. Not only that, but Fuller already knows who he’d want as captain!

Disney might not let Abrams be super-secretive with Star Wars VII

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:54:58 +0000

Dating all the way back to his time on Lost, J.J. Abrams has always been a pretty secretive dude. But, it sounds like that might not fly when it comes to Star Wars VII.

Your Verdict on Hide & Episode Ranking

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:39:19 +0000

It’s time to take a look at how you rated Hide in the Doctor Who TV polls. First of all, the fina Read more …

Series 7 Mysteries: Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:39:17 +0000

Guest contributor Shay Hatchard ponders over the latest mysteries.

“Run you clever boy…and remember.”

Series 7 of Doctor Who has left many fans speculating, desperate to know the truth about Clara and uncover the mystery behind ‘the impossible girl’. Each week i’ll be Read more …

Defining the Doctor: The Stones of Blood

Scuttlebug — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:39:15 +0000

Patrick Kavanagh-Sproull continues his monthly series looking at one key story from each Doctor.

“Nobody home but Read more …

4/28/13 – Injustice

walkie — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:30:06 +0000

A Trek Game. Batman vs. Superman. Tom Cruise
Oh My

It’s Review Time on The
Weekend Elite Force Podcast

On This Episodes

.Walkie and Mindwipe Review The Newest Star Trek Game
(Don’t worries they was Kind to the Game….Not Much)
.Walkie Reviews Injustice Gods Among Us
.Walkie Reviews Oblivion in what Walkie Explan as His
Favorite Movie that he seen this Year So Far

Madness and phasers on Hand For The
Weekend Elite Force Podcast.

The Crimson Horror Teasers

Scuttlebug — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:13:27 +0000

Here are Doctor Who TV’s first set of hints and teasers for The Crimson Horror.

Tovey Could Have Been the Eleventh Doctor

Scuttlebug — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:13:27 +0000

Russell Tovey screen-tested for the role of the Eleventh Doctor, reports the Read more …

The Crimson Horror Clip

Scuttlebug — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:13:26 +0000

Actress Diana Rigg appeared on The Andrew Marr Show this morning and briefly spoke about her role as the villain in The Crimson Horror. It included a short clip from the episode.

See the segment below:

[Thanks to Gary]

Doctor Hmph: Is There Too Much Who Negativity?

Scuttlebug — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 22:13:24 +0000

Guest contributor Caleb Smith ponders if the show is receiving too much criticism lately.

Is pessimism the new n Read more …

4/26/13 – Redacted

walkie — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:57:30 +0000

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.The ’90s are back! Johnny Mnemonic, Scream TV reboots in the works
.The suspense is over: Cumberbatch is playing [REDACTED] in Trek 2
.Rumor of the Day: Avengers star might don facepaint as The Crow
.Iron Man 3 director says his Doc Savage movie is finally back on track

So here's how Whedon will bring Coulson back to life for S.H.I.E.L.D.

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:17:06 +0000

With the upcoming ABC series Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Joss Whedon has pledged to bring back a fan favorite character that bit the dust in The Avengers. But, how’s he doing it?

Are there gonna be new seasons of Grimm and Revolution? NBC decides

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:17:05 +0000

NBC’s revealed the fate of five shows, including Grimm and Revolution. Find out if one or both will make it to next season.

Thanos creator responds to those Avengers 2/Guardians rumors

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:17:04 +0000

After Marvel pulled back the curtain on the real intergalactic threat with that post-credit scene in The Avengers, fans assumed we’d be seeing more of a certain god-like baddie soon.

Cosplay We Love: Amazingly acrobatic Lara Croft

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:17:03 +0000

It takes more than the right costume to be a Tomb Raider.

Wow! Check out these NSFW Star-Wars-themed BDSM sex toys

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:17:03 +0000

What’s better than Space Balls: The Flame Thrower? How about Star Wars: The Flogger!

Read U.S. official's wonderfully geeky takedown of Thrones piracy

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:17:02 +0000

Do you pirate Game of Thrones? Well, Tyrion Lannister would be disappointed — at least according to the U.S.’s ambassador to Australia.

Why studio execs didn't like E.T. + 12 more sci-fi classics

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:17:01 +0000

Even a future classic can look like a guaranteed flop in the eyes of a studio executive.

Remember those fans restoring that Trek TOS shuttle? They're almost done

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:17:00 +0000

A group of Star Trek fans are almost finished with a massive renovation project to save an almost-lost space shuttle.

Tony Stark can't seem to get over The Avengers in new Iron Man 3 clip

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:59 +0000

We’ve seen hints that Tony Stark could be grappling with some post-traumatic stress post-Avengers, and the latest Iron Man 3 clip shows he’s on the verge of cracking up.

Why J.J. Abrams insists: 'Star Trek has to be sexy'

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:59 +0000

J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek is many things. It’s an action-packed sci-fi film with adventure and heart at its core. But Abrams also insists that Star Trek “has to be sexy.”

Guy builds awesome working wood stove shaped like Futurama's Bender

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:58 +0000

Light my shiny, metal @$$!

Shatner calls out Star Trek writers in hilarious Twitter exchange

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:57 +0000

What happens when William Shatner, Damon Lindelof and Brannon Braga all start snarking at each other on Twitter? This. And it’s awesome.

The reviews are in: Here's what mainstream critics thought of Hemlock Grove

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:56 +0000

How did reviewers react to Netflix’s first jab at an original horror series?

The '90s are back! Johnny Mnemonic, Scream TV reboots in the works

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:55 +0000

With series development ramping up, networks are looking to the 1990s for inspiration this year — and two classic film franchises will be coming back to life on the small screen.

Neil Gaiman’s penultimate 2nd Who episode finally gets a synopsis

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:54 +0000

The BBC has released the official synopsis for Neil Gaiman’s upcoming and highly anticipated second Doctor Who episode titled “Nightmare in Silver.”

6 Amazing Spider-Man 2 set shots show off Spidey's new slick suit

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:51 +0000

Wanna see some close-ups of Andrew Garfield’s coolest costume yet? Step on in…

8 ridiculous Iron Man villains we're glad never made it to the movies

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:50 +0000

Thus far, Disney’s Iron Man flicks have had some solid baddies, but they really had to cherry pick to find them.

Eve Myles teases future Torchwood, says it's “still bubbling away”

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:49 +0000

Even though Torchwood: Miracle Day last aired in the summer of 2011 almost two years ago, Eve Myles still thinks a new series is “still bubbling away.”

Whedon hints at 2 more characters we're gonna see in Avengers 2

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:49 +0000

Joss Whedon is already eyeing a few new Marvel alums to bring into the fold in Avengers 2.

Iron Man 3 director says his Doc Savage movie is finally back on track

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:16:47 +0000

Now that Iron Man 3 is done, director Shane Black is setting his lofty sight again on the long awaited Doc Savage movie.

More Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS Teasers

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:41 +0000

Here are Doctor Who TV’s final set of hints and teasers for Saturday̵ Read more …

What Awaits Inside the TARDIS?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:40 +0000

Guest contributor Noah Fischel speculates on what’s in store.
Read more …

Introducing Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:39 +0000

In the video below Matt Smith introduces this Saturday’s episode, Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS.

Series 7 Part 2 DVD Details

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:38 +0000

More details and extras for the DVD and Blu-ray release of Doctor Who Read more …

Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS Spoiler-Free Review

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:37 +0000

For the second week in a row we have an episode penned by a writer whose previous episode on the show wasn’t the best received. The writer in questio Read more …

The Best of the TARDIS

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:36 +0000

David Selby counts down the best control rooms, the best one-off rooms what he wants to see in Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS.

I wouldn’t call myself a fan of 1978 Tom Baker ‘classic’ The Invasion of Time. Admittedly, I found it disappointing. I’d always been fascinated by the idea of more in the TARDIS – Read more …

Doctor Who Regeneration Box Set

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:35 +0000

BBC Worldwide have announced full details and artwork for the Read more …

Nightmare in Silver Synopsis

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:33 +0000

The official story synopsis for Neil Gaiman’s eagerly anticipated Series 7 episode, Nightmare in Silver, has been released by the BBC.

Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS 2nd Clip

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:32 +0000

The BBC has released another clip for this Saturday’s episode, Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS.

Barrowman & Kingston Want Jack & River Spin-off

Scuttlebug — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:14:30 +0000

John Barrowman and Alex Kingston want to see a Doctor Who spin-off featuring their characters Jack and River pairing up.

Series 7 Mysteries: Hide

Scuttlebug — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:12:41 +0000

Guest contributor Shay Hatchard ponders over the latest mysteries.

“Run you clever boy…and remember.”

Series 7 of Doctor Who has left many fans speculating, desperate to know the truth about Clara and uncover the mystery behind ‘the impossible girl’. Each week i’ll be Read more …

Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS Teasers

Scuttlebug — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:12:40 +0000

Here are Doctor Who TV’s first set of hints and teasers for Saturday’s Read more …

Tenacious And Rudimentary Discussion In Space

Scuttlebug — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:12:38 +0000

Image by Paul Hanley

Poll: Rings vs Hide

Scuttlebug — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:12:37 +0000

Both of Neil Cross’ episodes of Doctor Who have now aired. The question is, which one was the best? Have your say in our poll below.

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Beloved Buffy star joins Warehouse 13 as mysterious new villain

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:49 +0000

The hit Syfy series Warehouse 13 is about to get a healthy dose of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Little-known sci-fi fact: Uhura's famed Trek kiss wasn't meant to be with Kirk

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:48 +0000

Back in November of 1968, the TV landscape was shaken to its core with the first interracial lip-lock between scantily clad Capt. Kirk and Lt. Uhura on a third season episode of Star Trek: TOS.

Pat Robertson calls D&D evil, is apparently still living in the '80s

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:47 +0000

In which Pat Robertson gives an archaic response to a somewhat modern question.

Cosplay We Love: We're all ears for this sexy female Daryl Dixon

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:47 +0000

It’s Friday afternoon. And you know what that means.

Einstein, Indy + Nicholson kill Vader in WTF stop-motion shorts

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:46 +0000

Any self-respecting Star Wars fan would love to see Darth Vader get his ass kicked, but one crafty little filmmaker decided to make it happen. A few times.

Watch Felicia Day OWN Wil Wheaton as they play sci-fi spy game

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:45 +0000

It’s Wesley Crusher vs. Codex. Who wins? C’mon, man! Who do you think?

Lightning strikes in 1st tantalizing poster for Thor: Dark World

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:45 +0000

The first poster for Thor: The Dark World is finally here, and it looks like the God of Thunder will have his mighty hammer at the ready the second time around.

Benedict Cumberbatch oozes menace in new Trek 2 viral clip and image

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:44 +0000

There’s a new image out, as well as a menacing viral video, of Benedict Cumberbatch’s villainous “John Harrison” from this summer’s Star Trek Into Darkness.

5 actors we'd like to see cast in that Fantastic Four Reboot

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:43 +0000

Apparently, Fantastic Four is set to begin filming this summer. You know what the production needs? Actors. Here are our picks.

Abandoned '70s Alien action figures finally getting made after 34 years

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:42 +0000

Tip over your toybox to make room for the Nostromo crew and their terrifying stowaway.

As Superman turns 75, that long copyright battle comes to a close

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:42 +0000

Yesterday marked the 75th Anniversary of Action Comics #1′s release, but that wasn’t the only, major Superman milestone.

Casting report for Lindelof's Tomorrowland may confirm plot rumor

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:41 +0000

A little over a month ago, we heard a weird rumor claiming to be the convoluted plot for Damon Lindelof and Brad Bird’s upcoming sci-fi project Tomorrowland.

Star Wars AT-AT helping 4-year-old walk will make you smile

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:40 +0000

If you’re trying to get a recovering child excited about using a walker, what’s better than turning it into an actual walker? Like, a full-fledged Star Wars AT-AT.

Aliens no more? Ninja Turtles movie title back to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:39 +0000

Looks like Michael Bay has finally seen the light.

Bay using reality TV show to cast Transformers 4. Seriously.

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:38 +0000

Michael Bay’s Transformers franchise already borders on ridiculous, but now it seems like they’re not even trying.

Doctor Who's season finale title revealed (and it's a doozy!)

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:38 +0000

Funeral of River Song? Guess again…

Guardians director responds to those Iron Man crossover rumor

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:37 +0000

Could a member of The Avengers pop up in Guardians of the Galaxy? James Gunn says…

Michael Bay's rip-off comment gets a snarky response from del Toro

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:36 +0000

It’s a clash of the titans — Michael Bay vs. Guillermo del Toro!

Mark Ruffalo reacts to frequently NSFW Iron Man/Hulk meme

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:35 +0000

Mark Ruffalo had never heard of the intensely hilarious Science Bros meme. Until now, that is.

15 pics prove lightsabers would make every sci-fi franchise better

Scuttlebug — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 20:55:33 +0000

When it comes to fictional weapons, lightsabers rule. They look cool, sound cool and can do serious damage. But how would they fare in a zombie apocalypse? Or even inside The Matrix?

4/15/13 – The Warrior of Ice

walkie — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 23:05:29 +0000

An old enemy Of The Doctor Is back.
So Grab You sonic screwdriver

Doctor Who Month continues on The
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.Walkie Reviews DW : “The Rings of Akhaten”
.Rumor of the Day: New Evil Dead director up for Doctor Strange?
.Hathaway Cast in Nolan’s “Interstellar”
.Doctor Who is too sexy now says the show’s first ever director
.Mindwipe Reviews DW : Cold War
.Listener E-mail

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4/12/13 – Finding Dubya

walkie — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 23:57:24 +0000

Getting More Cheers then
John Cena Did when he won
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Stories covered this week

Khan or not Khan? Cumberbatch continues to tease us about his Trek 2 role
Why Man of Steel won’t feature any Kryptonite (and why that’s OK)
Disney Announces “Nemo” Sequel
Trek 2 fans were so amped for tickets they crashed IMAX’s website

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1st look at Andy Serkis as mo-cap monkey in latest Apes sequel

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:08 +0000

Here’s our first look at Andy Serkis as a super-smart monkey in Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.

14 movie and TV robots that took a licking and kept on ticking

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:08 +0000

You can’t keep a good robot down. Or an evil one. Or any robot, really.

Last week's epic Thrones clash made even more epic with lightsabers!

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:07 +0000

Here’s last week’s royal rumble over the river… with energy weapons!

Time-travel (and sing!) in impressive fan Doctor Who music video

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:06 +0000

Not blinking is hard. Next time fight the Weeping Angels with song!

How Halle Berry's pregnancy will impact X-Men: Days of Future Past

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:05 +0000

Director Bryan Singer is bringing together the new and old X-Men casts for Days of Future Past, but it sounds like Halle Berry’s recent pregnancy will have an impact on Storm’s role.

Spartacus creator announces Alien-inspired sci-fi show for Starz

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:05 +0000

Did someone order an intergalactic space war with a female lead? Soup’s on!

Rumor of the Day: Warner Bros. wants Pacific Rim star as the Flash

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:04 +0000

Looks like Warner Bros. are working under the assumption that the Justice League movie is going to happen.

Why Into Darkness might become Star Trek's 1st international hit

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:03 +0000

For all its success in the U.S., the Star Trek franchise has never garnered a lot of international box office love. But here’s how the studio hopes to change that.

Archaeologists discover ancient 60,000-ton structure beneath Sea of Galilee

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:02 +0000

Put on your Indiana Jones hat, folks, and let’s find out what the dawn of humanity has to offer.

Check out Jor-El, Zod, Lois, and more in 8 new Man of Steel pics

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:02 +0000

The Man of Steel machine is gearing up and that means more glimpses into Snyder’s portrayal of Krypton’s favorite son.

Star Wars' C-3PO coyly hints at droid's return for Episode 7

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:01 +0000

So will everyone’s favorite, gold-plated droid be back for the latest Star Wars adventure?

New Who companion teases her mysterious origins and a TARDIS face-off

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:15:00 +0000

Still intrigued about Jenna-Louise Coleman’s mysterious Clara Oswin on Doctor Who?

See Bryan Singer's playful X-Men set video starring Ian McKellen

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:14:59 +0000

If there was any worry that Bryan Singer might be burned out making X-Men movies, his latest set video makes it clear—he’s still having the time of his life with the franchise.

Why Man of Steel won't feature any Kryptonite (and why that's OK)

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:14:59 +0000

From Zod to humanity’s distrust, Superman will have his hands full in Man of Steel. But, there’s one threat he apparently won’t have to worry about.

Syfy's Being Human + Ghost Mine renewed, Foxx making horror antho

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:14:58 +0000

Syfy is bringing two hit series back next season, and prepping a freaky new anthology with Jamie Foxx that should give us chills this Halloween.

Image of the Day: Han, Luke and Leia's off-screen '80s love triangle

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:14:57 +0000

Presented Without Comment.

Ron Moore, Bryan Fuller + Zemeckis developing 3 new Syfy series

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:14:56 +0000

The schedule at Syfy couldn’t be more star-studded this fall, with Ron Moore, Bryan Fuller and Robert Zemeckis all prepping series for the network.

Little-known sci-fi fact: Millennium Falcon appeared in Blade Runner

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:14:55 +0000

Two of Harrison Ford’s most famous characters, Han Solo from Star Wars and Rick Deckard from Blade Runner, never met, but that didn’t stop Deckard from getting thisclose to Solo’s beloved Millenium Falcon.

Syfy taking on cosplay, geek culture with 2 new fan-based series

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:14:54 +0000

Everything from cosplay to living a balanced geek life will be coming to Syfy soon, as the network has ordered new unscripted series set to debut this year.

Trek 2 fans were so amped for tickets they crashed IMAX's website

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:14:53 +0000

We already knew Benedict Cumberbatch’s Trek 2 baddie is a serious challenge, but he’s not even here yet and he’s already taken down a beloved Earth institution.

Top 10 Monster Redesigns (Part 1)

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:13:15 +0000

In the build-up to Cold War, David Selby counts down his top 10 monster redesigns.

“The trouble with a series as it gets older is it can feel like a tradition, and tradition is the enemy of suspense, and it’s the enemy of comedy. It’s the enemy of everything, really. So you have to shake it up.� Read more …

Cold War Spoiler-Free Review

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:13:11 +0000

An unsuspecting group trapped in a claustrophobic environment with one of the Doctor’s oldest foes. Yes, it’s the class Read more …

Cold War: First & Second Clip

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:13:06 +0000

The BBC has released the first clip for this weekend’s episode, Cold War. Captain Zhukov prepares for war…

View it below.

UPDATE: Second clip added:

Reeve on his 50th Anniversary Short Story

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:12:55 +0000

In the video below author Philip Reeve speaks about his upcoming short story for the 50th anniversary featuring the Fourth Doctor.

As previously reported, the book entitled ‘The Roots Of Evil’ is the fourth in a series of eleven short stories each based on one of the Eleven Doctors.

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Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS Synopsis

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:12:30 +0000

The official story synopsis for Steve Thompson’s upcoming episode, Journey to the Centre of the TARDIS,Read more …

Introducing Cold War

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:11:59 +0000

In the video below Matt Smith and Jenna-Louise Coleman introduce this Saturday’s episode, Cold War.

Coleman’s Intriguing Hints on Clara Mystery

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:11:47 +0000

Jenna-Louise Coleman ha Read more …

The Seeds of Death Retrospective

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:11:42 +0000

Guest contributor William Atkinson takes a look back over the second Ice Warrior story.

“The Seeds of Death” is a Read more …

Is Tennant the Only Returning Doctor?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:11:38 +0000

Will David Tennant be the only returning Doctor in the 50th anniversary? With Eccleston ruled out, no further announcements and filming well underway, things appear that way at present.

This week Sylvester McCoy, Colin Baker and Paul M Read more …

2nd Opinion: The Rings of Akhaten

Scuttlebug — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:11:32 +0000

John Hussey and Adam James Cuthbert each give their own verdict on Neil Cross’ episode.

John’s verdict

As Series 7: Part 2 progresses, we see the development of Clara Oswin Oswald and her mysteries along with the ever-nearing build-up to the 50th Anniversary. Newbie Who Read more …

4/7/13 – The Bells of Akhaten

walkie — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:36:54 +0000

Bowties are Cool. The Elite Force Podcast Enters
Into The Tardis For Doctor Who Month as Who is
Back. But Watch out for The Daleks

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Stories covered this week

.Walkie and Mindwipe Review DW: “The Bells of Saint John”
.David Tennant & Billie Piper Return for 50th
.Disney shutters LucasArts
.a G.I. Joe/Transformers crossover movie could actually happen
.Mindwipe Reviews DW: “The Rings of Akhaten”
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.Walkie and Mindwipe Reads E-mails from Cap. W and Paul Rasmussen

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Cold War Teasers

Scuttlebug — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:07:41 +0000

Here are Doctor Who TV’s first set of hints and teasers for Cold War. More coming soon.

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What To Expect: Cold War

Scuttlebug — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:07:38 +0000

Guest contributor Gustaff on what to expect from the upcoming “Base under Siege” episode Cold War.
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Doctor Who Series 7 Ratings Accumulator (2013)

Scuttlebug — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:07:15 +0000

According to early overnight viewing figures The Rings of Akhaten was watched by 5.5 mill Read more …

Next Time: Cold War

Scuttlebug — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:07:13 +0000

Next time on Doctor Who, an old foe returns in Cold War. The Doctor and Clara land on a damaged Russian Submarine in 1983 as it spirals out of control into the ocean depths. An alien creature is loose on board, having escaped from a block of Arctic ice. With tempers flaring and a cargo of nuclear weapons on board, it’s not j Read more …

Rate The Rings of Akhaten

Scuttlebug — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:06:49 +0000

So what did you think of The Rings of Akhaten? Rate in our poll and feel free to discuss the episode in greater detail Read more …

Behind the scenes on The Rings of Akhaten

Scuttlebug — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:06:47 +0000

The BBC has released a behind the scenes look at The Rings of Akhaten. View it below.

Take a trip to Akhaten Tonight

Scuttlebug — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 20:06:41 +0000

We’re now just a matter of hours away from the premiere of The Rings of Akhaten. Clara wants to see something awesome, so Read more …

WTF? Study says Xbox owners make the best sex partners!

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:49 +0000

Yeouch! Right in the Wiimote!

Defiance premieres on Syfy in just 10 days. Learn all about the transmedia event.

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:47 +0000

Our parent company, Syfy, is launching the epic new sci-fi series, Defiance. Check out the trailer below and watch the premiere on Monday, April 15th at 9/8c.

Watch Roger Ebert debate Star Wars, Aliens + more sci-fi in 17 clips

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:46 +0000

Roger Ebert and Gene Siskel were the most famous film critics in the world for a reason.

Bryan Singer shares 1st Beast pic from X-Men: Days Of Future Past

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:45 +0000

Here’s Nicholas Hoult’s fantastic furry face from next summer’s X-Men event.

Star Wars games got axed, but that new animated series still happening

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:44 +0000

Yes, a lot of Star Wars projects have landed on the chopping block since Disney bought out LucasFilm.

Walking Dead comics vs. TV: 5 changes we loved (and 5 we hated)

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:43 +0000

With another break between episodes, it’s time to separate the wheat from the chaff.

Moffat reveals Who season that would have been if Tennant had stayed

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:42 +0000

Steven Moffat has revealed what the basic story arc for series five would have been had David Tennant stayed on as the Tenth Doctor.

Tony Stark gets mad (and plans to get even) in 1st Iron Man 3 clip

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:41 +0000

Tony Stark is doing what he does best, stirring the pot. In the first clip from Iron Man 3, he calls The Mandarin’s bluff.

Cosplay We Love: Adorable mini-Bane (with TDKR's Tom Hardy!)

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:40 +0000

A Friday dose of cosplay adorableness so you can start off your weekend with a smile.

See Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles intro performed by REAL turtles

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:39 +0000

Heroes in a half shell, in live action! Like, REALLY live.

Jackman demands cupcakes (as Wolverine!) in super-weird interview

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:38 +0000

Watch Hugh Jackman use his trademark Wolverine growl for some more …. normal day-to-day activities, bub.

Del Toro makes our heads explode with talk of Pacific Rim/Godzilla crossover

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:37 +0000

Could the Pacific Rim director’s giant robots ever face off with the World’s Most Famous Giant Lizard?

Spidey 2 actress teases Jamie Foxx's transformation into Electro

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:36 +0000

We finally have our first hints at how Jamie Foxx will look in Amazing Spider-Man 2.

Rumor of the Day: Christopher Eccleston 'pulled out' of Who’s 50th

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:35 +0000

Were you still hoping that Christopher Eccleston’s Ninth Doctor would make it into the Doctor Who 50th anniversary special?

Check out concept art from 2 Hulk films (+ 1 that didn't happen!)

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:35 +0000

Want to see some of the many failed Hulk designs that never made it past development to the big screen?

Image of the Day: Vintage pic of original Star Wars cast out of costume

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:34 +0000

Presented without comment.

Turns out the canned Star Wars 1313 game woulda starred Boba Fett

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:32 +0000

Adding insult to injury, some more details have surfaced about the ill-fated Star Wars 1313 game Disney just tossed out the airlock.

Carmine Infantino, who helped save superhero comics, dead at 87

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:31 +0000

The greatest penciller of all time is no longer with us. He was 87.

Check out concept art from aborted Doctor Who animated series

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:30 +0000

Not getting your Doctor Who fix from the live action version? Then check out this concept art for an aborted animated Who series the BBC canned a few years ago.

Tony Stark + Mandarin prepare for war in new Iron Man 3 trailer

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:29 +0000

Some new footage from Iron Man 3 has been released, showing off the Mandarin’s army as he preps for war with Tony Stark.

The Rings of Akhaten: 2 More Clips

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:21 +0000

Below you will find two more clips for this weekend’s episode, The Rings of Akhaten.

[Thanks to Nate]

The Rings of Akhaten More Teasers

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:20 +0000

Below you will find Doctor Who TV’s final set of hints and teasers for The Rings of Akhaten.

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The Rings of Akhaten Gallery

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:19 +0000

In the gallery below you will find the official BBC promo pics for The Rings of Akhaten. Click to enlarge.

UPDATED gallery:

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Eccleston not in 50th

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:18 +0000

Christopher Eccleston will not be returning for the 50th Anniversary special, according to Read more …

Twin Dilemma: The End of the World or The Beast Below?

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:17 +0000

Which is the better first off-world episode? Guest contributors Tyler and Thomas debate.

With The Rings of Akhaten just around the corner, we thought that it would be appropriate to have a Twin Dilemma article to lead up to this (hopefully) truly fantastic episode. Twice in the modern series the first trip in the TARD Read more …

50th Anniversary Filming (Day 3)

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:15 +0000

After a day hidden from onlookers, filming on the 50th anniversary was back out in the open on Thursday, taking place at Gelligaer Common in Wales.

As usual, spoilerphobes may want to avoid, though the following contains very mild spoilers.

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David Tennant and Matt Smith were not a part of Read more …

The Rings of Akhaten Spoiler-Free Review

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:14 +0000

Given Neil Cross’ pedigree as the writer of the highly acclaimed and award winning BBC series Luther, it’s unfortunate that Read more …

The Rings of Akhaten: First & Second Clip

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:13 +0000

The BBC has released the first clip for this weekend’s episode, The Rings of Akhaten. View it below.

UPDATE: Second clip added:

McCoy: “20th Century Doctors” Not Asked Back for 50th

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:10 +0000

If there’s one thing we can probably no longer trust after David Tennant’s Read more …

Top 10 Alien Planets (New Who Part 2)

Scuttlebug — Sat, 06 Apr 2013 07:52:08 +0000

In the build-up to The Rings of Akhaten, David Selby concludes his top 10 alien planets countdown.

“Oh, you should Read more …

Thrones starts high, Walking Dead ends higher + 40 other genre shows

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:34 +0000

It was a big, big week for TV geeks.

Uh oh, Star Wars 1313! Disney closes LucasArts game division

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:33 +0000

Been looking forward to that really cool, Blade Runner-ish Star Wars game that’s been in development for a while now? Well, we have some bad news.

Star Trek's Uhura signs on for major Guardians of the Galaxy role

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:32 +0000

Guardians of the Galaxy has found its leading lady. Marvel’s eyeing a sci-fi veteran for the pivotal role of Gamora.

Hunger Games return in 1st teasing footage from Catching Fire

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:31 +0000

After months of leaked set pics and weird character posters, we finally have our first real look at The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.

Latest photo meme has everyone Force-choking like Darth Vader

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:31 +0000

Fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate, hate leads to … this awesome Darth vader meme!

14 sci-fi traitors who turned on evil to fight for what's right

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:30 +0000

With NBC’s Revolution tossing in more twisted alliances than you can shake a stick at, we’re reminded of all the great sci-fi traitors who have gone on to help fight the good fight.

Guy builds amazing 5-foot tall alien city out of 200K LEGOs

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:29 +0000

Here’s an epic opus of awesome to leave you breathless … and jealous.

Robert Kirkman promises 'radical changes' for Walking Dead S4

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:28 +0000

Most fans were shocked with Walking Dead’s season three finale, if only because it didn’t provide the types of answers many were expecting. So what’s in store for season four?

Scott Bakula's 'problem' with Enterprise's possible Kickstarter return

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:27 +0000

Could Star Trek Enterprise be revived through Kickstarter? Here’s what Captain Jonathan Archer, Scott Bakula himself, has to say.

Award-winning SF author Iain M. Banks says he's dying of cancer

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:26 +0000

Iain M. Banks, the Hugo Award-winning author of The Algebraist and The Culture series, believes he has less than a year to live.

Fringe producer finally explains which timelines are (still) real

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:26 +0000

Though it was emotionally satisfying, the Fringe series finale left some major logistical questions still up in the air.

See True Blood's first Tara in intriguing scene from unaired pilot

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:25 +0000

It’s hard to imagine anyone but Rutina Wesley to play new-vamp and often down on her luck and troubled but strong and sassy Tara on True Blood.

Revealed: 1 place the Doctor should never go + more in leaked plots

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:24 +0000

Details on the back half of Doctor Who’s 7th season have been leaked and we’ve got ‘em right here!

Marvel Phase 2! See 17 new Thor, Guardians, Cap pics + concept art

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:23 +0000

It’s a Marvel extravaganza! With Phase II deep into development, Marvel Studios has released a ton of new media from the next slate of films.

Emma Watson wields an ax in wild NSFW trailer for apocalyptic pic

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:22 +0000

After churning out his fair share of straight up comedies, Seth Rogen is taking aim at the apocalypse next—and he’s bringing Harry Potter alum Emma Watson along for the ride.

Classic villain unseen for 38 years to return for Who's 50th special

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:21 +0000

In 1975, a very alien race made their one and only appearance on Doctor Who. Until now, that is.

Just try not to jump at freaky trailer for Saw director's latest

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:20 +0000

Dim the lights and head into this horrifying haunted house if you dare.

See cursed Roman ring believed to have inspired Tolkien's One Ring

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:20 +0000

Is this the original “One Ring” that inspired Tolkien’s tales?

Strange rock used as a ham press turns out to be $5M meteorite

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:18 +0000

One man’s junk is another man’s priceless artifact from outer space.

Meet DaVinci’s Demons: 6 intriguing pics + 5 fascinating facts

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:48:18 +0000

While Spartacus will soon be ending its glorious four-year run, Starz is getting poised to introduce us to its newest potentially awesome series, DaVinci’s Demons.

Top 10 Alien Planets (New Who Part 1)

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:50 +0000

In the build-up to The Rings of Akhaten, David Selby counts down his top 10 alien planets.

“Oh, you should have see Read more …

Poll: Clara’s Best Intro

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:49 +0000

Jenna-Louise Coleman has been graced with three introductions now thanks to Clara Oswin Oswald’s nature as the “impossible girl”. The Read more …

Introducing The Rings of Akhaten

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:48 +0000

In the video below Matt Smith and Jenna-Louise Coleman introduce this Saturday’s episode, The Rings of Akhaten.

On another note entirely, in a clip from Victoria Wood’s Nice Cup of Tea, Matt Smith talks about sharing the Time Lord’s Read more …

Gatiss Teases More Ice Warriors

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:47 +0000

The upcoming episode Cold War will see the long-awaited return of the Ice Warriors, and if writer Mark Gatiss has his wa Read more …

Series 7: Short Synopses for Final Eps

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:47 +0000

Some new plot details on the remaining episodes of Series 7 have been revealed on the Read more …

50th Anniversary Filming (Day 1)

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:46 +0000

As filming on the 50th anniversary begins fans have been flocking to get a glimpse of the action.

On Tuesday it was taking place on private land near Neath in South Wales. Due to this fact there is, unfortunately, little to see with only glimpses of the action from afar. Regardless, spoilerphobes may wish to avoid read Read more …

2nd Opinion: The Bells of Saint John

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:45 +0000

John Hussey and Adam James Cuthbert each give their own verdict on the 2013 opener.

John’s verdict

Zygons Return for 50th Anniversary!

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:44 +0000

The BBC have revealed a set pic from filming of the 50th anniversary special confirming the return of the Zygons!

The updated design:

50th Anniversary Short: The Roots Of Evil

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:43 +0000

Details on the next 50th anniversary short have been revealed. Philip Reeve, author of ‘Mortal Engines’, ‘Here Lies Arthur’ and ‘ Read more …

The Bells of Saint John Review

Scuttlebug — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 23:47:41 +0000

Clint Hassell gives his verdict on the 2013 opener.

I’m not rooting for Clara.

EFP Presents : To A Galaxy Far Far Away

walkie — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 01:31:31 +0000

Take a Trip to a To A Galaxy Far Far Away
As The Elite Force Podcast Presents a Look
Into The Original Star Wars Trilogy.

Walkie and Mindwipe along with The Owner of The SNS
Radio Network “Mr. Money on the Mic” JJ $exay. as they
Remember all The Best and Their favorites Moments from
The Original Star Wars Trilogy.

Also JJ gives his thoughts on what he Hopes and Looks Foward
to in the Upcoming Sequel Trilogy witch led to a Fun Debate
Between Mindwipe and JJ about J.J. Abrams.

So Join Us as We Take Trip to a To A Galaxy Far Far Away To
To pay Tribute To One of the Most Legendary franchise in Science fiction.

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Feedback Line at 1-810-882-1932 or Friend efpodcast on Skype

CONFIRMED: Look who's back for Doctor Who's 50th! Yes!

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:56 +0000

From out of the time vortex come MAJOR SPOILERS!

Orphan Black star explains why her dark, funny show WILL confuse you

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:55 +0000

You’ll be seeing a lot of actress Titiana Maslany on her new series, Orphan Black, which premieres tomorrow on BBC America. And not just because she’s the star.

Why Marvel's making 2 different versions of Iron Man 3

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:54 +0000

Marvel is hard at work on the latest installment in the Iron Man franchise, but they’re apparently working doubly hard to create two different cuts. Huh?

Finally! HBO announces when True Blood's returning to our TV screens

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:52 +0000

Yes, Game of Thrones is starting this Sunday, but when will the sixth season of True Blood make its bloody return to our TV screens?

Cosplay We Love: 5th Element's Leeloo as you've never seen her before

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:51 +0000

It’s Friday afternoon. And you know what that means.

Moffat: Why the Doctor will have to 'dance a bit harder' this season

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:51 +0000

After months off, Doctor Who finally returns Saturday with a mysterious new companion and a scary new monster. But don’t expect the BBC America series to retread the past 50 years, said executive producer and showrunner Steven Moffat.

Sorry, Thrones fans! Don't expect a whole lot of Dinklage in S3

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:50 +0000

With more than two dozen main characters, HBO’s Game of Thrones has to pull off a pretty massive juggling act to keep up with all those storylines.

Developer buries game in desert he doesn't want played for 2,700 years

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:49 +0000

If any of you tabletop game enthusiasts are looking for a treasure hunting project, we’ve got a quest for you.

Choose your weapon with 4 killer Pacific Rim robot character posters

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:49 +0000

Here’s a fearsome foursome of metal might from del Toro’s summer monster mash.

New Doctor Who viral teaser issues a dire warning: Don't click!

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:48 +0000

With only one day left to go before new Doctor Who, things have never been more dire.

Robert Redford explains his surprise casting in Captain America 2

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:47 +0000

Next spring, Robert Redford will appear in the Captain America sequel. Recently, he shed some light on the shocking career move.

Latest Japanese fad: Schoolgirls imitating insane anime fight moves

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:46 +0000

Leave it to the clever girls of Japan to bring the coolest parts of Dragon Ball to the real world.

William Shatner brilliantly recreates his epic battle with the Gorn

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:46 +0000

There’s an old friend in William Shatner’s living room.

10 other superheroes who should get the Arrow treatment on TV

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:45 +0000

Oliver Queen is doing pretty well on the CW, so why not bring more comic heroes to TV?

Once Upon A Time's fairytale spinoff gets a title (and stars!)

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:44 +0000

The fairytale drama Once Upon A Time has grown into a major hit for ABC, and the studio plans to double down with the franchise this fall.

Rumor of the Day: Which Superman villain will be in Man of Steel after all?

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:43 +0000

We may have just gotten a peek behind the cape. There are not enough spoiler warnings enough for this one, folks. Read at your own risk.

Image of the Day: Clever way 2 Trek fans announced they're expecting

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:42 +0000

Presented without comment.

Lara Croft lives! New Tomb Raider movie reboot moving forward

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:41 +0000

Tomb Raider is coming back to the big screen, but the new version should bare little resemblance to Angelina Jolie’s cartoonish take on the famed treasure hunter.

Discovery changes everything we thought we knew about speed of light

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:40 +0000

The speed of light is always the same, right? Well …

Brad Pitt explains why World War Z chucked the book's slow zombies

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:39 +0000

The film version of World War Z made some major changes to the zombies, so why did the zombie epic turn the undead into swarming ants?

Watch “The Bells of Saint John” Title Sequence

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:32 +0000

The slightly tweaked Doctor Who title sequence that debuted in The Bells of Saint John can now be watched in the player below.

Compared to The Snowmen:

Next Time: The Rings of Akhaten

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:31 +0000

Next time on Doctor Who, it’s The Rings of Akhaten. Clara wants to see something awesome, so the Doctor whisks her off to the inhabited rings of the planet Akhaten, where the Festival of Offerings is in full swing. Clara meets the young Queen of Years as the pilgrims and natives ready for the ceremony. But something is s Read more …

Rate The Bells of Saint John

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:29 +0000

So what did you think of The Bells of Saint John? Was it a good opener? Everything you hoped for, o Read more …

Behind the Scenes on The Bells of Saint John

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:28 +0000

The BBC has made available a behind the scenes video looking at The Bells of Saint John.

Anticipating Bells, Rings, War and Hide

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:26 +0000

Patrick Kavanagh-Sproull looks ahead to the next four episodes.

“Right then Clara Oswald, time to find out who you Read more …

Coleman on Secrets and Spoonheads

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:23 +0000

Jenna-Louise Coleman has explained a bit more about the modern day Clara and how she differs from the others.

Jenna Read more …

David Tennant & Billie Piper Return for 50th

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:21 +0000

The Bells Chime Tonight & Another Trailer

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:19 +0000

With the huge 50th news today, let’s not forget we’re now just a matter of hours away from the return of Doctor Who and the premiere of ~~Read more …~~

The Bells of Saint John Teasers

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:17 +0000

Here are Doctor Who TV’s hints and teasers for The Bells of Saint John:

Appearances Read more …

The Bells of Saint John Spoiler-Free Review

Scuttlebug — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 01:21:15 +0000

It seems like Steven Moffat has been trying to channel a bit of Russell T Davies in his era of late. If you took Rose or Read more …

3/29/13 – Scifi Progrum

walkie — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 19:49:00 +0000

Scifi Progrum?
Brilliant!!

More Midweek EFP!!
Again!!

Stories covered this week

.Brad Pitt explains why World War Z chucked the book’s slow zombies
.Read funny gov’t reply to bizarre accusations of aliens guarding Obama
.Rumor of the Day: Prometheus sequel headed for development hell?
.Listener E-mail

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard Via E-mail
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3/24/13 – Rumors

walkie — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:15:53 +0000

Walkie and Mindwipe Takes on Rumors.
So Much Rumors.

Geronimo

It’s Time For The Weekend
Elite Force Podcast

On This Episode :

.Rumor of the day: Matt Smith sets his Doctor Who departure date
.Robert Redford In Talks To Star In Captain America 2
.Peter Jackson still interested in directing an
episode of ‘Doctor Who’ (and names his fee)
.Here are your 4 latest Star Wars Episode VII plot rumors
.A Special Comment
.The Hosts Read a Listener E-mail from Chris Husk

The Rumors are coming on the Weekend EFP.

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard Via E-mail
over at weekend@eliteforcepodcast.com or Via The EFP
Feedback Line at 1-810-882-1932 or Friend efpodcast on Skype

See the goofy 2010 Star Trek spoof that got the IRS in trouble

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:02:03 +0000

How are your tax dollars being spent? Well, $60,000 went to make this hilariously awful Trek parody for the IRS. Want to see?

The Doctor hunts for his Companion in new Who online prequel

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:02:02 +0000

With one week to go, it’s about time we started getting to the real, Gallifreyan meat and potatoes.

Check out Riddick's 1st teaser vid (if you're not afraid of the dark)

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:02:01 +0000

The power of Vin Diesel’s throaty voice compels you!

Here are your 4 latest Star Wars Episode VII plot rumors

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:02:01 +0000

There’s been so much talk lately about the casting of Star Wars Episode VII that it’s nice to see some good old rumors about the movie’s plot surfacing online.

Wait, Webb's Amazing Spider-Man 2 will feature 2 Spidey suits?

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:02:00 +0000

We’ve already gotten a good look at the redesigned Spidey suit in Marc Webb’s Amazing Spider-Man 2, but it turns out that won’t be the only costume popping up in the superhero sequel.

How legendary comic writer Chris Claremont saved the X-Men movies

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:59 +0000

So who should we thank for the big screen version of the X-Men? Apparently comic writer Chris Claremont.

Cosplay We Love: Most insanely awesome Firefly recreation we've ever seen

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:58 +0000

A Friday serving of cosplay awesome sauce to send you off into the weekend.

Robert Redford's gonna join Cap America 2? Really? Here's what we know

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:57 +0000

Captain America: The Winter Soldier just got interesting. A film veteran and Hollywood icon may be joining the cast.

Eew! Latest Pacific Rim pic reveals giant pile of Kaiju poop

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:57 +0000

If there was any question about how detailed Guillermo Del Toro would get with his Pacific Rim world-building, it’s just been answered.

Jaime gets naked in Thrones S3 promo (and watch out for the bear!)

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:56 +0000

It’s another day and another glorious promo for the upcoming third season of HBO’s Game of Thrones.

We defy you not to be moved by this inspirational story from Wil Wheaton

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:55 +0000

Wil Wheaton seems to take a great pleasure in meeting his fans at conventions, but this fan actually moved him to tears.

Michael Bay casts his first Ninja Turtle for that TMNT reboot

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:53 +0000

The Heroes in a Half Shell are beginning to come together.

Rumor of the day: Matt Smith sets his Doctor Who departure date

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:52 +0000

Matt Smith, who plays the beloved Eleventh Doctor on the BBC’s hit sci-fi series Doctor Who, is apparently set to bow out of the TARDIS sooner rather than later.

9 wildest Star Wars flame wars that exploded on Wikipedia

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:52 +0000

We’ve all witnessed it: The ugliness of geek rage over the minutiae of Star Wars lore and canon.

Abrams teases what could've been with his defunct Superman: Flyby

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:51 +0000

If he’d gotten the chance, J.J. Abrams had an intriguing “psychological” take on Superman that sounds pretty interesting.

Game of Thrones cast attempts to sing own theme song, hilarity ensues

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:50 +0000

Have you ever tried to sing a tune that doesn’t have any actual lyrics? Doesn’t usually turn out well, does it?

Studio shoots down leaked Transformers 4 plot as 'inaccurate'

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:49 +0000

Yesterday, it looked like the State of Michigan had leaked the entire plot for Michael Bay’s mysterious semi-reboot Transformers 4.

Ever schtup an alien? Now's the time to have your story heard!

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:48 +0000

Was it good for you or did the little green men leave you wanting?

Ooops! BBC accidentally publishes major Doctor Who S7 spoiler

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:47 +0000

Showrunner Steven Moffat has managed to keep a lot of details under wraps for the upcoming series of Doctor Who, but apparently the production office didn’t get the memo.

See the intriguing difference between the U.S and int'l Iron Man 3 posters

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:46 +0000

The Mandarin is packing a little something extra for the international crowd.

Poll: The Series 7 Mysteries

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:28 +0000

In the upcoming run we’re promised answers on some lingering mysteries. The two biggest being the Doctor’s “greatest secret” and Read more …

The Spear of Destiny Review

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:09 +0000

Patrick Kavanagh-Sproull gives his verdict on the third 50th anniversary short story.

Introduction.

Series 8 When?

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:01:00 +0000

Is there going to be another lengthy wait for Series 8? It would seem likely.

Jenna-Louise Coleman recently Read more …

50th Anniversary Retrospective: The 5th Doctor

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:00:58 +0000

John Hussey continues his monthly retrospective, this time looking at the 5th Doctor, Peter Davison.

Read more …

The Bells of Saint John TV Trailer

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:00:53 +0000

A TV trailer for The Bells of Saint John is now available to watch online. It features lots of new clips from the episode. See it below:

Doctor Who Revisited: Pertwee Trailer

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:00:50 +0000

BBC America have released a trailer for the third Doctor Who Revisited.

The 25-minute special celebrates Jon Pertwee’s era, with the Spearhead from Space following in its entirety. It airs Sunday March 31 at at 8pm ET.

See the trailer below:

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zO6Qki Read more …

Watch The Bells of Saint John “Prequel”

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:00:47 +0000

As promised the Series 7 “prequel” for The Bells of Saint John is now available to watch online. See it in the player below:

It will also air on BBC’s Red Button service from 5.15pm (channel 301 on Freeview).

Baker & McCoy on 50th

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:00:42 +0000

Colin Baker and Sylvester McCoy, aka the Sixth and Seventh Doctor respectively, appeared on Friday’s edition of The One Show.

Host Chris Evans (in Baker’s jacket) asked about any involvement with the 50th and Baker once again claimed that they haven’t been told anything.

If you missed it, see the segment below Read more …

Doctor Who Insider: Meet Jenna

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:00:38 +0000

BBC America have released a new instalment in their Doctor Who Insider series. This one focusses its attention on Jenna-Louise Coleman with behind the scenes interviews with the cast and crew.

Discover the first episode Jenna watched — right before auditioning! Read more …

A Silent Comes Home

Scuttlebug — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:00:34 +0000

The official Doctor Who Youtube account has released a creepy video teaser featuring a Silent, but unfortunately it’s not for Series 7. Instead it’s an upcoming costume pack for PlayStation Home, the PS3′s virtual chat room.

Catch it below.

3/18/13 – Walkies Wrath

walkie — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 05:07:58 +0000

How to Kill a Movie in
One Easy Setp.

The Weekend Elite Force Podcast
is back.

On This Episode :

.Bryan Burk Hints Next Star Trek Movie Could
Arrive For 50th Anniversary
.The Avengers 2 Rumors
.Colin Trevorrow to Direct “Jurassic Park 4”
.Wlakie and Mindwip Pays Tribute To Life of
Malachi Throne
.The Hosts Read a Listener E-mail from Chris Husk
.Walkie Makes An Announcement about a new
way you can Contact The Midweek and Weekend EFP

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard
Via E-mail over at weekend@eliteforcepodcast.com

Poll: Bells, Rings, War or Hide?

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:13:06 +0000

With the next four “blockbuster” episodes Read more …

The Bells of Saint John Clip

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:13:05 +0000

Shown tonight during Matt Smith’s interview on The Jonathan Ross Show was the first full clip from The Bells of Saint John. If you missed it, see it below.

UPDATE — Full Matt Smith interview added:

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F Read more …

Watch the New Series 7 Part 2 Trailers!

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:13:05 +0000

You can stop refreshing the page! Catch the new Doctor Who trailer for Series 7 now right now! It’s just under a minute long, features lots of new scenes and is as epic as you’d expect. Hit that play button now…

We’ll have our regular trailer breakdown soon.

BBC1 trailer:

httpv://www.youtube.com Read more …

New Series 7 Part 2 Posters

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:13:04 +0000

Poster artwork for the next four episodes of Series 7 have seemingly leaked on to the net early. We believe these to be genuine, but can’t verify as yet.

706. The Bells of Saint John

Written by Steven Moffat. Directed by Colm McCarthy.

New Series 7 Part 2 Trailer Incoming

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:13:03 +0000

It’s the news we’ve been waiting for!

With just two weeks to go until Doctor Who’s return, BBC America have confirm Read more …

The Bells of Saint John “Prequel” Soon

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:13:02 +0000

Publicity for the return of Doctor Who is ramping up with news that a Series 7 “prequel” for The Bell Read more …

Smith’s Intriguing 50th Anniversary Clue

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:12:43 +0000

Matt Smith has dropped an intriguing clue on the 50th anniversary special, one he thinks will get him into trouble with Steven Mo Read more …

UPDATE: Watch the Doctor Who Comic Relief 2013 Sketch

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:12:29 +0000

UPDATE: Matt Smith appeared as the Doctor at the end of a sketch for Call the Midwife. He then turned up live on stage in “3D” to be chased around the stage by host Claudia Winkleman. Catch it all in the clip below:

Smith Teases Series 7 Part 2, 50th

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:12:19 +0000

Matt Smith was interviewed on Radio 2 earlier today and briefly spoke about the 50th anniversary and the return of Series 7.

First Read more …

Bryan Singer reveals further X-Men: Days of Future Past casting

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:12:00 +0000

This time we’ve got not one, but three more mutants joining the fold.

Game of Thrones meets The Princess Bride in hilarious S3 promo vid

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:59 +0000

What if the grandfather in The Princess Bride read his grandson a much darker fantasy tale?

14 minor sci-fi film characters who are worthy of their own movie

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:58 +0000

Ever see a supporting character on the big screen and think “It would be so cool to see the rest of their story?”

Is fan favorite Pushing Daisies next in line for Kickstarter project?

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:57 +0000

With the Kickstarter craze now in full swing, could the next project to get a second lease on life be Bryan Fuller’s beloved series Pushing Daisies?

Pre-order Defiance and get your alien apocalypse on

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:55 +0000

A host of digital goodies await those who get in early on the upcoming massively-multiplayer shooter.

Darth Vader introduces Star Wars March Madness, is way too into it

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:54 +0000

It’s March, everybody, and you know what that means — Darth Vader’s March Madness! Wait, what?

Image of the Day: Creepy Crawly Spider-Man Beard

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:53 +0000

Saturday morning's grim Gargoyles gang gets a badass digital makevover

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:52 +0000

Check out this ferocious cartoon fan-art celebrating those demonic living statues of the ’90s.

Steampunk cyborgs attack in kinetic new Bioshock Infinite trailer

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:51 +0000

Gamers are salivating for this latest entry in the Bioshock franchise. Should you believe the hype?

The Punisher brings the boom in new retro-cool Iron Man anime trailer

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:49 +0000

Everything’s coming up Marvel these days, and here’s another sweet apple on their geek tree.

First half-naked look at Sookie’s new boyfriend on True Blood S6 set

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:48 +0000

After a 1st look at a shaggy-haired Rutger Hauer, now comes a juicier tidbit from the set of Season 6!

Spidey 2 schedule reveals size of MJ's role (and angry neighbors!)

Scuttlebug — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:11:46 +0000

With work well underway on Marc Webb’s Amazing Spider-Man 2, the shooting schedule has started to reveal some intriguing details about the superhero sequel.

3/15/13 – Jedi Rock

walkie — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 16:17:18 +0000

Finally The Rock has come back
to Coruscant!!

Its time for another
Midweek EFP!

Stories covered this week

.Dwayne Johnson making BIG push to be in Abrams’ Star Wars VII
.Damon Lindelof: Why Cumberbatch’s Trek identity MUST be kept secret
.Look out, J.J., Bryan Singer wants to direct Star Trek!
.CONFIRMED: Dave Bautista Is ‘Drax’ In Marvel’s GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY

Know Your Role On This The Midweek Elite Force Podcast

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Via E-mail over at midweek@eliteforcepodcast.com

Cosplay We Love: The most amazing Cthulhu costume you'll ever see

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:59 +0000

Another Friday dose of cosplay to send you off into the weekend!

Arrow producers reveal 2 major DC cameos they'd love to have

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:57 +0000

The CW’s new superhero show Arrow has already starting digging deep into the DC canon, but the creators of the hit series want to go deeper.

Could Kickstarter bring Firefly back to life? Joss Whedon says…

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:55 +0000

The ($2) million dollar question: Does Joss Whedon think Kickstarter could bring Firefly back to live, a la Veronica Mars?

New clip for BBC cloning series digs into mystery of Orphan Black

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:54 +0000

We’re just a few weeks away from the premiere of BBC America’s new cloning drama Orphan Black, and a new clip reveals more of the big mysteries.

Zack Snyder explains just how 'super' his Man of Steel will be

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:53 +0000

We know Superman is strong. But just how strong is the Man of Steel version?

Martin addresses all those Game of Thrones books to TV deviations

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:51 +0000

What happens when a TV/Movie adaptation from a highly popular series of books deviates a little too much from its source material?

Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy finds its Drax the Destroyer

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:50 +0000

The Guardians of the Galaxy flick has just added a new hero to its ranks.

A sandworm chows down in Mondo's slithery new Beetlejuice poster

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:48 +0000

With the 25th anniversary of Tim Burton’s classic here, what better way to rejoice than with a huge hated sandworm?

Olivia Wilde reveals what she'd like to see in a Tron sequel

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:47 +0000

Olivia Wilde has her own ideas about what a Tron sequel should look like.

What? General Zod isn't a villain in Man of Steel?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:46 +0000

Michael Shannon, who plays General Zod in the upcoming Man of Steel, has a take on his character that you may find surprising.

Super geeky Iron Man iPhone case complete with pulsing arc reactor

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:44 +0000

Check out this must-have Avenger accessory. Too bad there’s no telemarketer repulsor ray.

Dwayne Johnson making BIG push to be in Abrams' Star Wars VII

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:43 +0000

Yet another actor is making a push to get in on the Star Wars VII action.

Former Superman says aborted Justice League woulda been LOTR-sized

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:41 +0000

For all the news surrounding DC’s beleaguered Justice League, it’s easy to forget this isn’t the first big budget attempt to bring the gang together on the big screen.

Star Trek writers Kurtzman + Orci developing new sci-fi thriller

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:38 +0000

The writers behind J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek series are prepping their own sci-fi epic.

1st Disney Star Wars poster isn't exactly what we were expecting

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:36 +0000

We’re sure Disney wants to hit the ground running now that they’re in charge of Star Wars, but this is not quite how we imagined it.

Watch Game of Thrones intro reimagined as a cheesy '90s TV show

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:35 +0000

After The Walking Dead, it’s now Game of Thrones’ majestically awesome opening sequence to get the 1995 treatment … to frankly hilarious results.

Physicists confirm they have indeed found elusive "God particle"

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:31 +0000

After nearly half a century of searching, scientists have just announced that they believe they’ve found a Higgs boson particle.

That time 28 Days Later's Danny Boyle almost made an Alien sequel

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:30 +0000

The Alien franchise fell on hard times with the last few sequels, but one of those 1990s installments almost had a big dose of the zombie classic 28 Days Later.

Early screening notes reveal just how much execs hated Blade Runner

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:28 +0000

Well, this couldn’t have been very encouraging to Ridley Scott.

11 most dysfunctional sci-fi siblings (and why we love them)

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:43:26 +0000

Sibling rivalry: It’s an oldie, but a goodie.

Morrissey Wants to Appear in 50th

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:45 +0000

David Morrissey has been talking about returning to Doctor Who once again.

Morrissey of course played Jackson “Read more …

The Master Through the Ages

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:42 +0000

Guest contributor Gustaff compares each incarnation of the Master so far.

What makes the Doctor such an enigmatic character to Read more …

Why Daleks Are Still the Supreme Beings

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:40 +0000

Guest contributor James Macaronas on why the Daleks are still the top monster after almost 50 years.Read more …

Skinner Leaves Doctor Who

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:37 +0000

The BBC has confirmed that Executive Producer Ca Read more …

River Song in Series 8?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:35 +0000

It’s no secret that River Song will be making another appearance again this year in the latter half of Series 7. Producer Caroline Skinner Read more …

Who Mysteries: Regeneration & Breaking the Limit

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:32 +0000

John Hussey looks at regeneration and how the Doctor might break the limit.

It has been often wondered how many times the Doctor can regenerate and cheat death. Well that’s exactly what this article is for, to discuss that very question by looking through Doctor Who’s history and showcasing what rules have been appli Read more …

Series 7 Part 2 DVD Update

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:29 +0000

Provisional artwork for the Read more …

McCoy on 50th Anniversary

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:26 +0000

Another week, another 50th anniversary comment from a classic era Doctor.

Seventh Doctor Sylvester McCoy is the latest to claim that he has not been appr Read more …

42 in Perspective

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:24 +0000

Patrick Kavanagh-Sproull and James Stanley on the Series 3 episode.

Introduction.
By Patrick

42Read more …

Coleman Confirms Clara for Series 8 (Update)

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:20 +0000

Jenna-Louise Coleman has confirmed that Clara will be back in Doctor Who Series 8.

She revealed the news earlier on Monday during an interview on R Read more …

3/10/13 – Flying Solo Part 3

walkie — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:24:48 +0000

The Weekend Elite Force Podcast returned As as Walkie
Flew Solo on This EpisodeTo Take a Trip to a To A
Galaxy Far Far Away to take on all Things Sci-fi

On This Episode :

.Carrie Fisher Will Be Back As Leia
.Confirmed: Disney working on standalone ‘Star Wars’ movies
.Keri Russell Joins “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes”
.Christian Bale may return as Batman in Justice League movie
.Walkie Reads Some Listener E-mails From Admiral Q and Chris Husk

The Force is Strong on This The weekend Elite Force Podcast

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12 One-Scene Wonders in Doctor Who

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:32 +0000

Guest contributor Shane Spangler looks at the memorable bit-part roles of Doctor Who.

In 50 years, we’ve watched a lot of actors in Doctor Who. Some we wished had stayed longer. Others, we would have been happy to see exterminated shortly before they went in front of the camera. And then, there were the ones who Read more …

The Case for… The Two Doctors

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:32 +0000

Guest contributor Noah Fischel on 1985′s multi-Doctor special.

With Doctor Who’s big 5-0 under a year away now, most fans have all have been thi Read more …

Poll: The Doctor’s Name

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:30 +0000

There has been some speculation that the Doctor’s real name could finally be revealed this year, based on recent hints by Steve Read more …

Bad Wolf / Parting of the Ways in Perspective

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:29 +0000

David Selby looks back over the Series 1 finale.

I’m passionate about Doctor Who episodes which bring mo Read more …

It's a lusty, racier Grimm on season 2's midseason premiere tonight

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:20 +0000

We haven’t seen a storyline like this before on TV. Imagine the hero’s girl and the villain, after lusting for each other for much of the season, finally get up close and personal on NBC’s Grimm in a BIG story twist that just might change the series forever.

President Snow's eerie Catching Fire portrait wants to plot your slow death

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:19 +0000

Here’s a chilly, cheerless image of the hated President Snow that REALLY needs a hug.

Walking Dead's Kirkman explains that new S4 showrunner choice

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:17 +0000

The Walking Dead is gearing up for its third showrunner in four seasons, but creator Robert Kirkman thinks they’ve finally hit on someone with staying power.

The experts were right: Raimi's Oz shaping up to be a massive hit

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:17 +0000

The buzz was already building for Sam Raimi’s Oz: The Great and Powerful, and some early opening data shows it could have a record box office haul.

RoboCop reboot actress says director's already calling it 'classic'

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:15 +0000

Director Jose Padilha’s apparently pretty confident about the legacy of his RoboCop reboot.

Nolan's new sci-fi flick Interstellar just hit the fast track

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:14 +0000

Good news, sci-fi fans: We won’t have to wait too long to see what Dark Knight mastermind Christopher Nolan is working on next.

That Alice in Wonderland sequel is happening (with a time jump!)

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:13 +0000

Some more details have leaked out about the sequel to Tim Burton’s hit Alice in Wonderland.

Check out the Cabin in the Woods ads that were too much for Japanese audiences

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:12 +0000

Joss Whedon’s genre redefining horror flick, Cabin in the Woods, is just making it to Japan and, boy, are the ads for it unsettling.

Check out an awesome hellbent launch trailer for new Gears of War: Judgment

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:11 +0000

Lock ‘n load your Lancer and join Kilo Squad in a bloodthirsty rampage on planet Sera. May the Locust beware.

Thor writer, J. Michael Straczynski, talks Shadowman and how to do superhero movies right

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:10 +0000

What comparison can be drawn between the Green Lantern movie and the forthcoming Shadowman film?

Image of the Day: Epic Minas Tirith Sandcastle

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:09 +0000

Great OZ! Disney is already planning Oz: The Great And Powerful 2

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:07 +0000

So, Disney’s already prepping a sequel to Oz: The Great And Powerful?

Mondo pulls back the curtain on awesome Game of Thrones posters

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:06 +0000

We finally have our first look at some awesome, new Game of Thrones posters coming down the pike.

Bill + Ted star explains why we haven't seen that epic sequel yet

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:05 +0000

It’s been a while since we heard anything about that long-rumored Bill and Ted sequel, but original co-star Alex Winter can explain why.

Warner Bros. tries to make Harry Potter child slavery scandal disappear

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:04 +0000

Harry Potter fans haven’t been terribly pleased with Warner Bros, so the company decided to perform a little magic of its own.

DC didn't even call Whedon back after his last Wonder Woman draft

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:03 +0000

The Avengers’ Joss Whedon looks back at his ill-fated passion project: Wonder Woman.

New Walking Dead clip reveals Merle's plans for the Governor

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:02 +0000

This weekend, The Walking Dead gives us the ultimate showdown: Rick vs. The Governor. But Rick’s not the only survivor who wants a go at the villain.

Raimi FINALLY watched Amazing Spider-Man – so what'd he think?

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:01 +0000

Sam Raimi offers up his own review of Marc Webb’s Amazing Spider-Man.

New Game of Thrones video intrigues with the smallest details

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:17:00 +0000

In a show with such grand scope, it’s the little things that make the difference.

Happy 25th Birthday, Beetlejuice! 11 reasons we still love it

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:16:58 +0000

Ghosts, monsters, Michael Keaton and Tim Burton. What’s not to love?

3/8/13 – League of Fillibusters

walkie — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:09:55 +0000

Did Chuckw just get called
a nitpicky fanboy?

Tune into this edition
of the Midweek EFP to
find out!

Stories covered this week

.Mark Ruffalo weighs in on those
Hulk movie rumors
.Christian Bale may return as Batman
in Justice League movie
.TMNT co-creator’s slam: There are
’100s of better choices’ than Megan Fox
.Is this the plot for Lindelof’s super-secret
Tomorrowland flick?
.Listener e-mail

All This on The Midweek Elite Force Podcast.

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard
Via E-mail over at midweek@eliteforcepodcast.com

So say we all! Syfy picks up BSG creator Ron Moore's new series

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:03:04 +0000

It’s official: Battlestar Galactica mastermind Ron Moore is headed back to Syfy. But this time he’s trading spaceships for a claustrophobic, Thing-esque thriller.

Peter Weller's super-secret Star Trek Into Darkness role revealed

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:03:02 +0000

We finally know who Peter Weller, aka Robocop, is playing in J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek Into Darkness.

After Earth trailer shows survival won't be easy for Will Smith and son

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:59 +0000

If you were wondering just how hard sci-fi the new Will Smith action flick After Earth will be, wonder now more.

Walking Dead's Kirkman hints whether Woodbury will carry on into S4

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:57 +0000

With the third season barreling toward a close, Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman has opened about what may (and may not) carry over into next year.

Which X-Man was 'gutted' not to get a part in Days of Future Past?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:55 +0000

Seems like practically everyone will be back for Singer’s X-Men: Days of Future Past. Well, nearly everyone.

Showrunners reveal how long it's gonna take to tell full Thrones saga

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:52 +0000

How many seasons do David Benioff and D.B. Weiss think HBO’s Game of Thrones will last for?

See Capt. Mal + Agt. Coulson in trailer for Whedon's Shakespeare flick

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:50 +0000

It’s packed with some of Joss Whedon’s favorite sci-fi stars…but it’s not sci-fi.

Disney finally confirms: There WILL be standalone Star Wars films

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:48 +0000

The Force truly is with Disney and Star Wars.

Iron Man 3 director teases The Mandarin's new movie origin story

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:46 +0000

This is definitely not the comic book version.

Awesome clip recaps The Matrix (with stick figures!) in 60 secs

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:44 +0000

Watch an epic, one minute recap of The Matrix with stick figure-style doodles.

Mark Ruffalo weighs in on those Hulk movie rumors

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:42 +0000

There’s been lots of talk about how the Hulk will fit into the future of Marvel films, but what does the actor playing him think?

Watch Supernatural cast + crew do Harlem Shake in a Devil's Trap

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:40 +0000

The unstoppable “Harlem Shake” meme claims another victim. The latest? The cast and crew of The CW’s Supernatural.

Here's how cheesy Walking Dead woulda looked back in the '90s

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:38 +0000

Sure, AMC’s take on the award-winning zombie comic carries an air of distinction, but what if it had been made, say, 20 years ago?

See a news report of Stan Lee announcing a Spidey movie … in 1977

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:36 +0000

Ah, the joys and perils of development hell.

Lucas says Ford, Fisher + Hamill ALREADY in for Star Wars Ep. 7!?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:30 +0000

Leave it to George Lucas to clear up all the confusion, and confuse us some more, about Star Wars: Episode VII.

Michael Dorn has something to say about rumors of a Trek Worf series

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:28 +0000

Remember that Worf-centric Star Trek pic we were all excited about last year? Well, the odds are not so good.

Where to find 9 former Fringe stars now that the show's crossed over

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:26 +0000

So where are all our favorite Fringe stars heading now that the show is over?

Poltgergeist remake's got a director who's haunted houses before

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:24 +0000

Looks like MGM wanted someone with previous creepy house experience for their remake of Poltergeist.

Judge bans crazed fan from posting about Buffy star for 3 years

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:19 +0000

Alyson Hannigan had to take a fan to court recently to shut down some allegedly threatening online posts.

WTF? Fisher rep says she was just 'joking' about Star Wars return

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:02:17 +0000

Is Leia back or not? One thing’s for sure — this is making us NUTS.

Speculating on Clara

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:32 +0000

Guest contributor Aaron Weiner shares his theory on Clara.

There are many theories as to who Clara Oswin Oswald Read more …

50th Anniversary Convention

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:29 +0000

BBC Worldwide have announced there will be a special Doctor Who convention this year to mark the 50th anniversary. Read more …

Another Classic monster in Series 7?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:28 +0000

Will the Doctor be facing another foe from the past in the second half of Series 7?

According to the the Daily Mail, the monster in Read more …

50th Anniversary Shooting March, “It will be big”

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:26 +0000

The 50th anniversary special is filming a little earlier than first reported. Shooting is now starting this month.

The action starts rolling Monday 18 March, acc Read more …

Intriguing Series 7 Part 2 Details

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:25 +0000

The latest issue of Doctor Who Magazine (#458) contains a few intriguing new details and hints on the second half of Series 7. Here’s some highlights:

The Bells of St John

Series 7 Part 2 Pics

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:22 +0000

The BBC has released 14 exciting new pictures from the first four episodes of the second half of Series 7. Check them out below!

Davison: “I don’t think 50th will involve the older Doctors”

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:21 +0000

Fifth Doctor Peter Davison has spoken about the chances of the classic Doctors returning for the 50th anniversary.

50th Anniversary Short: The Spear of Destiny

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:19 +0000

Details on the next 50th anniversary short have been revealed. Marcus Sedgwick, author of ‘Floodland’ and ‘The Dark H Read more …

The Doctor at Comic Relief 2013

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:17 +0000

As suspected, Doctor Who will feature at this year’s Red Nose Day.

Matt Smith has been confirmed to appear as the Doctor for the Read more …

Series 7: The Ice Warriors Unveiled

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:01:15 +0000

As reported earlier, SFX have fully unveiled the new Ice Warriors’ in Series 7. They appear in Mark Gatiss’ submarine under-siege episode, which is the third to air in the second half (rumoured title The Cold War).

3/3/13 – Kicking Some ***

walkie — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 15:13:49 +0000

The Force is Strong in This One As The Weekend Elite
Force Podcast returned. Walkie and Mindwipe returned
as They Look at what is Going on in the News from the
world of Sci-Fi.

On This Episode :
.Tim Curry Takes On Major Role In The Star Wars Universe
.Chris Cooper Is Norman Osborn For ‘Amazing Spider-Man 2′
.”Prometheus” leading lady Gives Update on ‘Prometheus 2
.A Big Clue for 50th Anniversary?
.Walkie Reviews The Last Issuse of The Star Trek
TNG : Hive Comic
.Walkie and Mindwipe Reads a E-mail From
Long Time Listener Admiral Q
.Walkie and Mindwipe Took Time at the End of The Episode
to Pays Tribute To Life of JSK on The Anniversary
Since His Passing and legacy that he Left

Watch Out for Lightsabers on This
Weekend Elite Force Podcast

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard
Via E-mail over at weekend@eliteforcepodcast.com

3/1/13 – Wasted Opportunities

walkie — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:33:47 +0000

Well, it true what they say
It really is all about
the allmighty dollar isnt it?

Its time for another Midweek EFP

Stories covered this week

.Rumor of the Day: Man of Steel 2 ramps up as Justice League stalls
.Carrie Fisher hospitalized after bipolar disorder-related incident
.Whedon explains why a good Hulk movie is ‘very hard’ to make
.Why Mark Wahlberg turned down a Kirk role in Abrams’ Star Trek

All This on The Midweek Elite Force Podcast

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard
Via E-mail over at midweek@eliteforcepodcast.com

Sneak Peek of the Ice Warriors in Series 7!

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:23:24 +0000

Eagle-eyed readers will have noticed in the just released Series 7 picture that we now have our first decent glimpse of the Ice Warriors in their upcoming episode!

We’ve extracted the pic at its highest resolution to give the closest look we can get. As you can see it’s remarkably faithful to the look they had in the classi Read more …

Series 7 “The Bells of St John” First Look

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:23:18 +0000

As promised the BBC has announced the return of Doctor Who this March with an exciting first look picture. Along with it comes confirmation of the opening episode title - The Bells of St John (as was mooted all along).

The Doctor and Clara are riding down the London Shard (as per filming reports last year). Pay close Read more …

Series 7 Return Teased

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:23:08 +0000

Get ready for another late one. The official Doctor Who Twitter account has promised an “exciting” update o Read more …

Potter producer's next pic: '62 novel that predicted global warming

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:54 +0000

A novel that envisioned the catastrophic effects of global warming more than 50 years ago is coming to the screen.

Rumor of the Day: Man of Steel 2 ramps up as Justice League stalls

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:53 +0000

That new Justice League movie might be stuck in limbo, but a new report indicates we could see a Man of Steel sequel sooner than later.

TV's original Robin accuses DC Comics of making a 'terrible choice'

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:51 +0000

Burt Ward just heard what happened to Robin, and he is none too pleased.

Star Wars: Clone Wars director previews finale with exclusive clip

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:50 +0000

The big question looming over Star Wars: The Clone Wars may finally be answered in this week’s season five finale.

Longer, higher-quality version of long-lost Star Wars doc surfaces

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:49 +0000

Remember that brief, blurry but intriuging Empire Strikes Back doc we saw a few months ago? It just got better.

Syfy renews sexy supernatural series Lost Girl for 4th season

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:48 +0000

After scoring excellent ratings the past year, Syfy has officially renewed the hit supernatural series Lost Girl for a fourth season.

Bizarre reason that knocked Downey out of Raimi's Oz flick

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:47 +0000

Back when Sam Raimi was getting his Wizard of Oz prequel The Great and Powerful off the ground, he was in talks to bring in recent Iron Man star Robert Downey Jr.

11 scenes from the Game of Thrones books we just gotta see in S3

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:46 +0000

After seeing that first awesome season three trailer, we’ve got to admit that we just can’t wait for the third season of Game of Thrones to finally return to our TV screens!

Watch BBC's weirdly polite zombie PSA promoting its new sci-fi show

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:44 +0000

Watch the BBC’s eerily polite PSA warning Brits how to respond in the wake of a zombie outbreak: Keep Calm and Avoid the Undead.

Looks like we've always been wrong about what inspired the Daleks

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:42 +0000

Seems like the Doctor’s greatest enemies, the Daleks, were more than inspired by a simple pepper pot pushed around a table.

Arrow exec explains latest shocking, secret identity reveal

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:41 +0000

The latest episode of Arrow was a shocker, but a DC exec is here to explain why that surprise was a good movie.

Star Trek study proves it ain't more dangerous to be a redshirt after all

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:40 +0000

What if the best known Trek trope of them all turned out to be wrong?

Singer says Halle Berry’s return for Days of Future Past will 'depend'

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:39 +0000

Bryan Singer’s X-Men: Days of Future Past will boast an amazing ensemble cast. But will it also include Halle Berry back as Storm?

Wait! Thrones director clarifies his controversial piracy comment

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:37 +0000

Game of Thrones director David Petrarca is back-tracking on his recent comments that piracy didn’t hurt the show.

Woman spends year building spellbinding 400K-brick LEGO Hogwarts

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:36 +0000

There’s no end to the miraculous geek creations conjured up from those little Danish bricks. Here’s an awesome Harry Potter playhouse suitable for wizards of all ages.

Meet a gross, very NSFW (but scientifically accurate) Spider-Man

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:35 +0000

Ever wonder what an actual, realistic Spider-Man would look and behave like?

New Defiance trailer loaded with intrigue + huge alien battles

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:34 +0000

A new trailer for Syfy’s epic new series Defiance shows off some of the massive alien battles the writers have in store.

Walking Dead's new showrunner finally comments about taking over

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:32 +0000

Hear what The Walking Dead’s new showrunner has to say about taking over for ousted producer Glen Mazzara.

Cult starts low, Clone Wars hits high + 38 other genre shows

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:30 +0000

Another week, another weak premiere, this time for The CW’s Cult.

Early Man of Steel review claims: Don't be fooled by the trailers

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 03:21:28 +0000

Someone has seen a finished cut of Man of Steel, and has been kind enough to share some intriguing new details.

2/24/13 – Oorah to Ashes

walkie — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 18:51:17 +0000

They Say In Space no one can
hear you scream..But Walkie and
Mindwipe are Back Once again as
They are ready take some Xenos and
The News of Sci-Fi.

Stories covered this week:

.’Zero Dark’ Actor to Star in
Dawn of the Planet of the Apes
.“TMNT” Reboot Casts Female Lead
.Troughton Cast in An Adventure in Space and Time
.Vaughn To Produce “FF” Reboot
.Walkie Reviews Aliens colonial marines
.Walkie and Mindwipe Reads a E-mail From
Long Time Listener Admiral Q

Look Out for The Xenos on This The
Weekend Elite Force Podcast

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Via E-mail over at weekend@eliteforcepodcast.com

Coleman’s Last Leg

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 13:50:25 +0000

Jenna-Louise Coleman was a guest on last night’s edition of Channel 4 show The Last Leg. If you missed it live, catch it again in the video below. Jenna tells her avocado story again, speaks about how she was scared of Star Wars’ R2-D2 as a child, her upcoming Clara action figure and going to Comic Con this year.Read more …

Check out the 1st official (and fiery!) Game of Thrones S3 Trailer

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 13:50:18 +0000

It’s here! HBO just debuted the first official Season three Game of Thrones trailer. And you know what? It’s 60-seconds of pure awesomeness.

Confused by that Green Lantern ending? Sinestro explains it all

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 13:50:16 +0000

Apparently a number of people found the ending to the Green Lantern movie confusing, so Sinestro himself has come forward to clear it up.

Poll: Ice Warriors or Cybermen?

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:50:26 +0000

Two classic monsters are confirmed to be returning for the second half of Series 7. We have the Cybermen in the eagerly anticipated Neil Gaiman story, and th Read more …

Coleman’s Future on Doctor Who

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:50:22 +0000

Jenna-Louise Coleman’s long-term future on Doctor Who is a bit of a mystery. However, a report in the Read more …

Heroes of Who: Nicholas Courtney

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:50:20 +0000

Patrick Durston, Adam James Cuthbert and John Hussey pay tribute to legendary man behind the Brig.

By Patrick Dursto Read more …

Cover art to classic Spidey issue killing Gwen Stacy sells for $286K

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:55 +0000

The cover for one of the most character-defining deaths in comic book history has, unsurprisingly, fetched a pretty penny on auction.

Did a prop sighting just give away the plot of Transformers 4?

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:54 +0000

Wait, did a throwaway line in a story about movie props just give away the super-secret plot to Michael Bay’s Transformers 4? Maybe.

Katniss + Peeta go on a victory tour in new Catching Fire posters

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:47 +0000

Check out 2 epic new posters that set the stage for a much bigger return to the world of The Hunger Games.

The worst horror movie of all time is now an 8-bit videogame

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:45 +0000

From Mystery Science Theater 3000 to your mobile phone, this is Manos: The Hands of Fate.

We just found out how long Who's latest companion will stick around

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:41 +0000

We might not know who exactly Clara Oswin Oswald is, but we’ve got an idea how long she’ll be sticking around.

1981 Nimoy introduces 2013 PS4 in hilarious WTF retro mash-up ad

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:39 +0000

Marvel as ’80s-era Leonard Nimoy introduces the world to the wondrous power of the Playstation 4.

Dragons rule in new Game of Thrones Season 3 poster

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:38 +0000

HBO has just unveiled its brand new smoking hot poster for the upcoming and highly anticipated third season of Game of Thrones.

1st three original Watchmen covers just sold for more than $200K

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:37 +0000

Alan Moore’s classic sure can bring in some serious scratch.

7 sci-fi ways to spend Sunday night instead of watching the Oscars

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:35 +0000

If the Oscars don’t want sci-fi, then maybe we don’t want the Oscars.

2 guys spoil every major sci-fi film of 2012 + more in 5 mins

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:34 +0000

Wanna know the endings of all of 2012′s biggest flicks without actually watching them?

Uh-oh! Will Jack the Giant Slayer be the 1st big sci-fi flop of 2013?

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:33 +0000

This could be the first box office flop of 2013.

Primeval: New World … axed? Creators hope to avoid extinction

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:32 +0000

After just one season, the Canadian spinoff to U.K’s Primeval is sadly to become as extinct as those once-mighty dinosaurs.

Check out sexy Lord of the Rings dress made out of Middle-earth map

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:30 +0000

Middle-earth has never looked so sharp!

Ben Kingsley IS the Mandarin in wicked new Iron Man 3 poster

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:29 +0000

Think you’re ready for the sheer villianous badassery of the Mandarin? You might think again when you see this latest Iron Man 3 poster.

How Firefly + 9 more canceled sci-fi shows would have continued

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:28 +0000

Ever wonder how your favorite gone-too-soon genre show would have carried on if network execs had just given it a chance?

Has Hell frozen over? Michael Bay and Megan Fox reunite for TMNT

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:27 +0000

Has Michael Bay found his April O’Neil? The director’s tapped Megan Fox to star in his new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Singer drops hints about Thrones star's role in X-Men sequel

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:25 +0000

Bryan Singer offers some hints as to who Peter Dinklage could be playing in X-Men: Days of Future Past.

Guy who created grossest con costume ever shares his disgusting story

Scuttlebug — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 04:49:24 +0000

What’s the most grotesque story you’ve ever heard come out of a comic convention? Forget it, this one’s even worse!

Companions of New Who: Donna Noble

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:53:04 +0000

Guest contributor Mark Spurdle continues his companion retrospective, this time with Donna.

Since Doctor Who’s re Read more …

Moffat on 50th, Series 8, Master & More

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:53:00 +0000

Steven Moffat recorded an interview for last weekend’s Gallifrey One convention and the video is now online, courtesy of interviewer Ed Stradling.

A wide range of topics are covered and he is clearly aware of the concerns lately. Here’s some choice quotes:

On the 50th anniversary:

“A lot Read more …

Hartnell Console Room Returns

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:52:57 +0000

The more we see of Mark Gatiss’ An Adventure in Space and Time the more exciting it gets. On the weekend we had the Daleks and now we’ve got some great new set pics of the cast in the TARDIS.

The latest ones feature the Hartnell TARDIS console room recreated in all its glory. We also get to see David Bradle Read more …

Series 7 Part 2 Spoilers

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:52:55 +0000

A few intriguing spoilers have surfaced for the upcoming second half of Series 7. They match up with a few of the leaks last year that turned out to be accurate.

As always click ‘show’ at your own risk! Discussion of the spoilers is allowed in the comments section but below only.

The Twin Dilemma: Earth or In Space?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:52:54 +0000

Does Doctor Who work better on Earth or in space? Patrick and Thomas debate.

Introduction.

‘Where do you want to go, eh? What do you want to see?’

How often do we hear the Doctor say words in that fashion without actually giving them any thought? We have become so accustomed to the Doct Read more …

Doctor Who Revisted: Troughton Trailer

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:52:52 +0000

BBC America have released a trailer for the second Doctor Who Revisited.

The 25-minute special celebrates Patrick Troughton with the The Tomb of the Cybermen following in its entirety. It airs 24 February at 8pm ET.

See the trailer below:

Watch American Horror Story S2 stars explain all the WTF twists

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:51 +0000

Want to take one last trip inside American Horror Story: Asylum?

Want to be a Jedi? Real-life lightsaber class teaches you how!

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:50 +0000

Think you’ve got the midi-chlorians to master the force?

Why Moffat was against bringing back Ice Warriors for new Who

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:49 +0000

After decades away, the Ice Warriors are coming back to Doctor Who, but it almost never happened — and here’s why!

Scientists create 'zombie' cells (but promise our brains are safe)

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:47 +0000

When you hear the phrase “zombie cells,” does it make you want to start stockpiling food and digging your underground bunker?

Help rule Westeros in Game of Thrones Facebook game launching today

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:46 +0000

Always wanted to rule the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros? Now you can with a new online strategy game based on HBO’s Game of Thrones.

Which blockbuster fantasy star just got voted least sexy actress?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:45 +0000

The voters have spoken, and a famous fantasy actress has taken the crown as the least sexy leading lady out there.

Merle picks a side (and the shoot out continues) in 7 Walking Dead pics

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:43 +0000

See who Merle is fighting for in seven new pics from this Sunday’s episode of The Walking Dead.

Image of the Day: Keep Star Wars straight with handy family tree

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:41 +0000

Presented without comment.

See Jack Kirby's art for the fake Argo that inspired the hit film

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:40 +0000

Before Argo was the fake movie that saved six lives, it was a real script that had real art from the king of comics, Jack Kirby.

Trekkies rejoice! One of Pluto's moons could be named after Vulcan!

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:38 +0000

Star Trek fans seem to be making their voice heard in a contest to name one of Pluto’s recently discovered moons.

See Benedict Cumberbatch in 1st pic of Gaiman’s Neverwhere cast

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:36 +0000

Here’s the first official pic of the extremely star-studded ensemble cast of Neil Gaiman’s Neverwhere.

Tolkien family's 'nasty' efforts to stop you from reading new bio

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:34 +0000

Wanna read a new edition of the very first biography on Lord of the Rings creator J. R. R. Tolkien, for free? Too bad.

Should author be left out of Ender's Game PR? Some execs think so

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:33 +0000

The marketing is due to begin on that Ender’s Game movie very soon, but should Orson Scott Card be left out of it?

9 actors we'd like to see shoot first as young Han Solo

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:32 +0000

Who would we like to see take the reins of the Millennium Falcon as a young Han Solo? Here are nine good options.

Kurtzman + Orci's Sleepy Hollow series just got really sci-fi

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:30 +0000

It looks like Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci are bringing some of their sci-fi Fringe tricks to the Sleepy Hollow series.

Take revealing peek into the editing bay with Wolverine director

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:28 +0000

Check out two intense new pics from the upcoming X-Men spin off The Wolverine.

Arrow sneak peek: That awkward moment when Speedy met Speedy

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:26 +0000

What happens when Speedy 1 collides with Speedy 2? Arrow pushes both namesakes to the brink.

Zero Hour starts weak, Big Bang stays strong + 37 other genre shows

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:25 +0000

If you were hoping for another genre hit with ABC’s Zero Hour, you might not be too happy with its debut ratings.

Head to the mess hall for 1st look at Petra in New Ender's Game pic

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:22 +0000

Get a first look at Hailee Steinfeld in Ender’s Game.

Did this guy just spontaneously combust? That's what cops think.

Scuttlebug — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 00:51:20 +0000

And coming in at #1 on our ways we don’t want to die is …

Image of the Day: Behold the 52-letter superhero/villain alphabet

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:42 +0000

Presented without comment.

Gear up for battle with official logos for 4 Ender's Game armies

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:41 +0000

We’ve still got a while to wait before we see Ender’s Game on the big screen, but the filmmakers are at least providing plenty of teasers.

Watch Syfy's new show Robot Combat League online before it hits TV

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:38 +0000

Syfy’s new series Robot Combat League wasn’t supposed to premiere until next Tuesday, but as we always say, it’s never too early for fightin’ robots.

1st footage from S2 of kickass Mortal Kombat web series

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:36 +0000

Check out the first look at the new season of Mortal Kombat: Legacy.

Real-life Darth Maul embraces Dark Side, robs 3 stores in 2 hours

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:35 +0000

At last we will reveal ourselves to the Jedi. At last we will have revenge. Also, let’s steal some stuff while we’re at it.

5 odd, unused Dark Knight Rises posters made of bullets and type

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:32 +0000

Check out some strange Dark Knight Rises promo posters that never made it out of development.

Artist turns Hitler into Galactus + 8 more bizarre comics mashups

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:30 +0000

The thin line bordering reality and art blur in this awesome series of posters by Brazilian artist Butcher Billy.

Apes sequel casts new leading man, reveals intriguing plot details

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:29 +0000

Looks like there are a couple of big changes coming for Dawn of the Planet of the Apes.

Go behind the scenes in explosive Star Trek: The Game video

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:27 +0000

Check out some awesome scenes and dialogue between Kirk (voiced by Chris Pine) and Spock (voiced by Zachary Quinto).

This guy is building a $20,000 replica of a Cylon Raider in his backyard

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:26 +0000

Well this is pretty frakking unbelievable.

See stunning hi-res photos of the first underwater nuclear blast

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:24 +0000

Even the immediate aftermath of a devastating nuclar explosion can be beautiful if you’re looking from the right angle.

Trek 2 reveals new footage in 'relentless' 1st look featurette

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:22 +0000

Paramount has released a thrilling official Star Trek Into Darkness First Look featurette that’s so action-packed, you may want to hold on to something.

Get a look at a mysterious Guy Pearce in new Iron Man 3 poster

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:19 +0000

The latest Iron Man 3 poster is all about newcomer Guy Pearce.

Torchwood writer: Here's why Miracle Day was such a failure

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:13 +0000

Even a year-and-a-half later, the major critical failure of Torchwood: Miracle Day still resonates amongst the fans. And even amongst ex-Torchwood writers.

11 big sci-fi TV mysteries that just didn't live up to the hype

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:12 +0000

Here are 11 big sci-fi mysteries that just didn’t work.

O'Bannon goes all Silence of the Lambs on us with the CW's Cult

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:10 +0000

That guy who brought us Farscape has been at it again. Yep, executive producer Rockne S. O’Bannon is creating fascinating TV once again.

Halo creators reveal 1st look at their latest sci-fi epic Destiny

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:08 +0000

The creators of the hit Halo video game series are prepping their next massive sci-fi epic.

Did Moffat just confirm the 11 Doctors will return for the 50th?

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:07 +0000

The always elusive Moff may have just spilled the proverbial beans.

Raimi explains why he's been too scared to see Amazing Spider-Man

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:03 +0000

So why is Sam Raimi too scared to watch Marc Webb’s Amazing Spider-Man?

Cumberbatch’s villain rules in stunning Star Trek 2 motion poster

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:33:02 +0000

We just love Benedict Cumberbatch’s voice. So a new Star Trek Into Darkness motion poster featuring his voice-over was bound to be made of win, right?

What if Eccleston had stayed?

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:32:51 +0000

Guest contributor Xander James ponders the scenario.

It’s been almost eight years since the revival of Doctor Who. Lots of things have happened over the years, but Read more …

Obituaries: Gray, Briers

Scuttlebug — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 02:32:50 +0000

Doctor Who TV would like to pay respects to two former Doctor Who actors who have recently passed.

Elspet Gray (12 April 1929 – 18 F Read more …

Who Mysteries: The Doctor’s Daughter

Scuttlebug — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:54:35 +0000

Guest contributor Craig Sightings wonders what happened to the other Jenny.

In 2008 Doctor Who fans were introduced Read more …

Troughton Cast in An Adventure in Space and Time

Scuttlebug — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:54:32 +0000

Actor and comedian Reece Shearsmith is to play Patrick Troughton in the 50th Anniversary docudrama, An Adventure in Space and Time, it has been confirmed.

TV THIS WEEK: Cult's spooky premiere, James Callis and more!

Scuttlebug — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:54:23 +0000

The CW gets its Se7en on with the premiere of Cult, a spooky look at what happens when TV fans go too far. Also this week Battlestar Galactica’s James Callis takes on the hood guy in Arrow.

1st deliciously creepy trailer for Bryan Fuller’s Hannibal series

Scuttlebug — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:54:21 +0000

Check out the first creepy trailer for Bryan Fuller’s new Hannibal series.

Hottest & Best: Star Wars, Firefly watercolors & Shatner slams J.J.

Scuttlebug — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 00:54:19 +0000

The hottest stories have risen to the top. And there are some great comments, too.

2/17/13 – Sci-Fi Video Games Music Tribute

walkie — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 22:43:50 +0000

The Tunes are Coming as This Weekend Elite Force Podcast
returned as Walkie and Mindwipe along with Tommy Doon from
The Vault Of Midnight Podcast and Long Time Listern Admiral Q
from Chris Jones Gaming as they Presents To You The 8th
Tribute to The Composers of Sci-Fi. But This Time we Take
a Trip Into The world of Video Games to pay Tribute To Some
Of The Best Composers That Has Left Their Mark in World of
Sci-Fi and to Their Music That Has Stand The Test of Time

On This Show We Give Tribute to the Composers That Composes
Music to These Video Games

.Super Metroid
.Star Trek Armada
.Dune
.Uncharted
.Star Wars: The Force Unleashed
.Star Trek: Starfleet Command
.Wing Commander
.Mass Effect
.Super Mario Galaxy
.Red Alert
.Starfox
.Halo

So Enjoy as we Pay Tribute to the Composers that Give
Life To Great Sci-Fi Music That We Love

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard
Via E-mail over at weekend@eliteforcepodcast.com

BBC teases mysterious “Invasion”

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:24:52 +0000

Earlier today the official Doctor Who Twitter account posted a mysterious message on its page, promising more on Sunday Read more …

The Tenth Planet Lost Episode Animated

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:24:44 +0000

The Tenth Planet is to have its lost fourth episode animated for a new DVD release, BBC Worldwide has announced.

Commis Read more …

Top 5 Ninth Doctor Moments

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:24:41 +0000

John Hussey counts down the best of the Ninth Doctor, Chris Eccleston.

Today we celebrate Christopher Eccleston’s birthday. So as a dedication piece to the man who brought the mad man with a box back on to our screens in 2005, I look back to the Ninth Doctor’s era and pick out his five most iconic moments.

5. An E Read more …

Happy Birthday, Chris Eccleston!

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:24:39 +0000

Christopher Eccleston was born 16 February 1964 and today celebrates his 49th birthday.

Eccleston’s time as Read more …

Poll: To 3D or not to 3D

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:24:37 +0000

This post is brought to you in 3D courtesy of LetsSaveTheUniverse

It’s fair to say that Read more …

The Doctor’s Wife: A Modern Classic

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:24:34 +0000

Adam James Cuthbert on the Series 6 favourite.

Introduction

The Doctor’s Wife is, in short, a modern cl Read more …

Want more BSG: Blood & Chrome? Check out these deleted scenes

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:55 +0000

If you’re already going through Battlestar Galactica: Blood & Chrome withdrawal, these new clips just might be the cure.

Is DC about to kill off one of Batman's most important sidekicks?

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:53 +0000

It looks like the Batman family is about to get a little smaller.

Why Singer thinks his Twilight Zone needs to star A-list talent

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:50 +0000

Bryan Singer has a plan for his proposed Twilight Zone reboot — but he says he’s going to need a lot of help to make it happen.

Artist paints 50 amazing Pixar + Marvel + DC superhero mash-ups

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:46 +0000

Take the the clean and contemporary style of Pixar and meld it with the classic stylings of DC and Marvel’s best and brightest. The result?

Riddick director reveals original plan if Chronicles hadn't bombed

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:45 +0000

Here’s what Riddick’s director had planned for the big budget trilogy he never got to make.

What do 2 new pieces of concept art tell us about Pacific Rim?

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:43 +0000

Guillermo del Toro’s giant mech extravaganza is still a bit of an unknown, but these new images might shed a little more light.

Our 3 guesses what Singer meant when he said he'd 'correct' X-Men

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:42 +0000

Here are three things Bryan Singer might want to change now that he’s taken back control of the X-Men franchise.

Check out 1st funny ep of web series about Death Star's PR dep't

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:40 +0000

When you work for an evil, galactic empire, it’s not always easy to spin things positive.

1st look at Potter star as the First Doctor in that Who 50th special

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:38 +0000

After much teasing, we have our very 1st tantalizing look at Harry Potter and Game of Thrones actor David Bradley in the role of William Hartnell, aka the 1st Doctor.

3 new Walking Dead pics reveal Governor's prison attack

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:37 +0000

It’s pretty obvious that The Walking Dead is building up to an epic battle between Rick’s gang at the prison and The Governor’s forces at Woodbury.

Image of the Day: Most WTF Jabba and Slave Leia cosplay ever

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:35 +0000

Presented Without Comment.

Game of Thrones star may join Guardians as Drax the Destroyer

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:34 +0000

Guardians of the Galaxy has found another member for its superhero team. Will Khal Drogo fight side-by-side with Chris Pratt?

New pics offer intense look at Revolution's supercharged return

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:33 +0000

Check out a few new pics from Revolution’s midseason return.

See Frank Miller's hot Sin City-ish Gucci ad starring Chris Evans

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:32 +0000

Check out the First Avenger in this slick and steamy Gucci Guilty Black commercial shot by the crazy comics genius.

10 Star Trek collectibles from Toy Fair you'll want to beam home

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:30 +0000

While your shelves and closets may already be loaded with Star Trek chotchkies, we’re sure you’ll find just a little more space to accommodate a few.

Is Harrison Ford's return as Han Solo already a done deal?

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:29 +0000

Whoa! Is Harrison Ford’s return to Star Wars: Episode VII as our favorite space smuggler (besides Firefly‘s Captain ‘Mal’ Reynolds, that is) Han Solo a done deal?

That DC Comics Lobo movie? The Rock says it 'just went away'

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:28 +0000

It looks like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s Lobo film has landed in development hell.

Guy transforms living room into amazing Battle of Hoth diorama

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:26 +0000

There are worse ways to kill time.

Alan Moore + V for Vendetta artist team up again for new comic

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:24 +0000

V For Vendetta creators Alan Moore and David Lloyd are teaming up once again.

See before and after comparison shots of The Hobbit's amazing FX

Scuttlebug — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:17:22 +0000

It’s sometimes easy to forget the work that goes into creating CGI effects, but then you peel back the veil and it becomes powerfully evident.

Official Look at An Adventure in Space and Time

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 18:40:50 +0000

The Radio Times has revealed the first official set pic from Mark Gatiss’ 50th Anniversary docudrama, An Adventure in Space and Time.

It’s our first decent quality lo Read more …

50th Multi-Doctor Teaser “The Light At The End”

Scuttlebug — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 18:40:47 +0000

While the rumours stack up for a Read more …

2/15/12 – U Mad Captain?

walkie — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 18:35:59 +0000

7 out of 8 bitter ex Starfleet
captains recommend the Midweek
EFP.

And its time for another
episode.

U Mad?

Stories covered this week

.William Shatner says J.J. Abrams ‘has gone too far’
.Listener E-mail
.House star could be the villain in Lindelof’s
mysterious Tomorrowland
.Rumor of the Day: A Man of Steel hit could
delay the Batman reboot

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard
Via E-mail over at midweek@eliteforcepodcast.com

New Trailer for Star Trek: The Game

walkie — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:39:18 +0000

MacRae on Future Who Episode

Scuttlebug — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 19:16:59 +0000

Last year, Tom MacRae Read more …

Missing Fringe? Then watch creepy teaser for John Noble's next pic

Scuttlebug — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:51:44 +0000

Fringe may be done, but the great John Noble is still dishing out riveting performances.

Cover to next Ultimate Spidey comic teases startling new direction

Scuttlebug — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:51:43 +0000

A first look at the new issue if Ultimate Spider-Man reveals an homage to the classic series that could have huge implications.

13 TV collectibles from Toy Fair you’ll love more than your DVR

Scuttlebug — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:51:41 +0000

There’s a clear message coming from the floor at the 110th annual American International Toy Fair in New York City this week.

The questions (and guns) get even bigger in new Oblivion trailer

Scuttlebug — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:51:38 +0000

Tom Cruise’s latest gives us a big trailer full of big questions.

Release date, new concept art revealed for Stargate SG-1 game

Scuttlebug — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:51:37 +0000

We finally have some more information about that new Stargate SG-1 video game, and it looks even cooler than we first thought.

Behind-the-scenes video exposes how Thrones swords are forged

Scuttlebug — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:51:35 +0000

Ever wanted to know how they forge all those swords on Game of Thrones? First up—Jaime Lannister’s very cool sword.

Check out 1st intense trailer for new Ghost in the Shell series

Scuttlebug — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 18:51:33 +0000

It’s been a long time coming, but we finally have our first look at the latest installment in the Ghost in the Shell anime series.

To Inferno, with Love

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:16:45 +0000

Guest contributor Shane Spangler on the 1970 classic.

It’s official! On May 27, BBC Worldwide will release a special edition of my favouri Read more …

New Clips in BBC’s 2013 Trailer

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:16:43 +0000

The BBC has released a new trailer featuring their upcoming line-up in 2013 and there’s a few new clips of Doctor Who.

It looks like the clips are taken from Mark Gatiss’ two episodes – the Ice Read more …

That insane 'nuked fridge' scene in Indy 4 could actually work!?

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:16:03 +0000

It turns out the most hated scene in the latest Indiana Jones film might actually be plausible.

Astronomers think they can now predict when a star will explode

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:16:01 +0000

Supernovas are among the most powerful astronomical phenomena in the universe, but we’ve never been able to predict when they’ll happen…until now.

Watch 1st episode of Farscape creator's new series Cult NOW!

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:59 +0000

Farscape creator Rockne S. O’Bannon’s new CW series Cult doesn’t hit TV screens until next week, but you can get a sneak peek at the premiere online right now.

Sorry, Gandalf! Former Soviet state bans wizards + sorcery

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:57 +0000

Apparently folks like Gandalf and Merlin are no longer welcome in the former Soviet state of Chechnya.

Falling Skies star teases a new alien main character for Season 3

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:56 +0000

The survivors on Falling Skies spent the past two seasons fighting the alien invaders, but in season three it looks like they might be getting their first true otherworldy ally.

The Whedon team's all smiles at the end of filming S.H.I.E.L.D.

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:53 +0000

In a grand moment of triumph, they gathered to capture the moment.

13 inspired (and sometimes funny) fan-made Star Wars VII posters

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:52 +0000

With all of Star Wars fandom slavering over Disney’s seventh coming of the Lucas empire, here’s a galaxy of creative posters to prime the process.

7-min supercut makes sense out of complete Alien/Prometheus saga

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:51 +0000

Catch up on the entire Alien saga in just 7 minutes right here.

2 new Thrones S2 clips ask: Who’s the rightful king of Westeros?

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:49 +0000

Two new clips from the upcoming Game of Thrones Season 2 Blu-ray sets have arrived online to whet our appetites. We’ve gotta tell you, it’s definitely working.

Singer explains why Halle Berry may not be in Days of Future Past

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:47 +0000

Though most of the classic X-Men cast is already returning for First Class, it looks like one original cast member might not get an invite.

Simon Pegg promises J.J. Abrams will hang on for Star Trek 3

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:46 +0000

Looks like you can put those Abrams-less Trek fears to bed.

10 Star Wars characters who should get their own spinoff movie

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:42 +0000

Now that we’ve got confirmation that Disney’s definitely working on Star Wars spinoff flicks, it’s time to build our dream list of characters who deserve their own standalone movies.

Hackers take over emergency broadcast system to warn of zombies

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:40 +0000

The dead rising up to devour the living? Yeah, we’d say that qualifies as an emergency.

Glenn + Michonne are ready for war in tense new Walking Dead clip

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 21:15:38 +0000

Glenn is ready for war in an intense new clip from the new episode of The Walking Dead.

Scott on his 50th Anniversary Short Story

Scuttlebug — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:00:05 +0000

In the video below Michael Scott, author of the ‘The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel’ series speaks about his upcoming short story for the 50th anniversary featuring the Second Doctor.

As previously reported, the ebook entitled ‘The Nameless City’ is the second in the series each based on one of the El Read more …

2/10/13 – The Wrath of Mindwipe!

mindwipe — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 11:30:50 +0000

In a galaxy far far away, when Star Wars
is making even more movies, When DC is
Starting Again from scratch, and More
JJ Abrams,

The Wrath of Mindwipe is about to Start

Stories covered this week

.Chris Jones joins in at the Start of the
Show as he Reviles the winner of the Chris
Jones Gaming Dead Space 3 giveaway

.Disney Confirms Standalone Star Wars Films
May Be Released Between New Core Episodes
.Did Cumberbatch’s identity in Star Trek 2
just get spoiled?

.Mindwipe gives his Thoughts on Justice League
script supposedly scrapped

.What’s on John Barrowman’s Doctor Who’s 50th
Anniversary wish list

.Walkie and Mindwipe Read E-mails from Admiral Q,
Chris Husk, and Mike Pringle,

Look Out for The Latest edition of Weekend
Elite Force Podcast.

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard
Via E-mail over at weekend@eliteforcepodcast.com

Heres Is The Video Verson of Chris Jones Drawing
The Winner Chris Jones Gaming Dead Space 3 giveaway

Dinosaurs on a Spaceship: A Misunderstood Classic

Scuttlebug — Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:45:30 +0000

Guest contributor James Wynne on the Series 7 episode.

“Dinosaurs on a Spa Read more …

Slash through the 1st official trailer for new Walking Dead game

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:28 +0000

We finally have our first official look at the next zombie-filled game set in Robert Kirkman’s Walking Dead playground.

Fan paints 9 awesome Serenity pics in 1 day to be sold for charity

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:27 +0000

Check out this amazing collection of watercolor paintings of Mal, Wash and the whole Firefly gang.

1973 Marvel memo ranks which superheroes are most important

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:25 +0000

We’ve all got our own ideas about which heroes are most vital to the Marvel universe, and now we get to see Stan Lee’s.

What's on John Barrowman's Doctor Who’s 50th anniversary wish list

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:24 +0000

John Barrowman may have heard nothing as of yet as to whether or not his character, Captain Jack Harkness, will make it into Doctor Who’s 50th Anniversary special, but that didn’t stop him for sharing his personal wish list for the big event.

Tim Kring: Why tonight's Touch S2 premiere is gonna be 'dangerous'

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:22 +0000

When Touch premieres its second season tonight on Fox, expect the series to take a “dangerous” turn.

Damon Lindelof launches his first TV show since Lost

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:21 +0000

Ever since Lost ended its run back in May 2010, fans have been wondering if co-creator Damon Lindelof would come up with something new for TV.

Which actors we'd cast in A New Hope if it was being remade today

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:19 +0000

Everybody’s talking about Episode VII, but what would happen if A New Hope was made today?

Watch bizarre short film co-written (seriously) by a robot

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:16 +0000

Check out this bizarre short film co-written by an artificial intelligence.

Why former Walking Dead showrunner says he might've killed Rick

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:14 +0000

Former Walking Dead showrunner Glen Mazzara reveals why he might have killed Rick (Andrew Lincoln) next season.

Neil deGrasse Tyson calculates how much Thor's hammer weighs

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:12 +0000

Legend says you can hold Thor’s hammer if you’re “worthy,” but according to celebrity astrophysicist and all around mastergeek Neil deGrasse Tyson, you’d also have to be really, really strong.

Neil Gaiman’s revealing Doctor Who episode title confirmed

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:11 +0000

We knew Neil Gaiman was writing another Doctor Who episode for the second half of Season 7, and we knew it was about the Cybermen.

Join the Night’s Watch in new animated Game of Thrones clip

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:10 +0000

HBO has released another amazing animated clip that will be featured in the upcoming Season 2 Blu-ray set of Game of Thrones.

1st look at Stark vs. the Mandarin in leaked Iron Man 3 Lego sets

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:09 +0000

The Iron Man 3 Lego sets have leaked, revealing some key scenes from the upcoming sequel.

Walking Dead's Laurie Holden defends Andrea's bad taste in men

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:08 +0000

The Walking Dead’s Andrea attracts psychos like moths to a flame. Actress Laurie Holden sheds some light on her troubled alter ego.

Image of the Day: Brilliant homemade TARDIS snuggie

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:07 +0000

Presented without comment.

Early 2000s Spider-Man test reel shows evolution of Raimi's suit

Scuttlebug — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 00:14:05 +0000

Want a blast from the past via a recently unearthed bit of test footage showing the original version of the 2002 Spider-Man suit?

Poll: Multi-Doctor story for the 50th?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 23:17:41 +0000

Many fans are expecting past Doctors to feature in Doctor Who’s 50th anniversary special, but is that the best way to celebrate the grand occasion? Or should S Read more …

Companions of New Who: Martha Jones

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 23:17:40 +0000

Guest contributor Mark Spurdle continues his companion retrospective, this time with Martha.

Since Doctor Who’s revival, we have Read more …

An Adventure in Space and Time Cast Update

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 23:17:39 +0000

It has been revealed that Carole Ann Ford (Susan) will be played by actress Claudia Grant in Mark Gatiss’ 50th Anniversary drama, An Adventure in Space and Time.

Gaiman on The Last Cyberman

Scuttlebug — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 23:17:38 +0000

Neil Gaiman is sticking with the episode title we first heard Read more …

2/8/13 – Please remain calm!

walkie — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 19:32:58 +0000

Kirk: It was the best of times it was the worst of times.
Message Spock?

Spock: None that i am conscience of, except of course
happy birthday and its time for another
Midweek efp!

Stories covered this week

.Listener E-mail
.Abrams making even MORE movies: Half-Life + Portal in the works
.Rumor of the Day: Terrible Justice League script supposedly scrapped
(Warning!! Walkie Loses His Mind over this One)
.Dead Space 3 Game Giveaway – Drawing Saturday Feb. 9th

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard
Via E-mail over at midweek@eliteforcepodcast.com

Space and Time Hartnell Sneak Peek

Scuttlebug — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 13:00:58 +0000

Now this is an exciting sneak peek.

As filming continues on 50th Anniversary BBC2 drama, An Adventure in Space and Time, writer Mark Gatiss has tweeted a low quality, but nevertheless tantalising first look at David Bradley as First Doctor William Hartnell…

Stop Weeping Over the Angel of Liberty

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:55:09 +0000

Guest contributor Cooper Jennings addresses the Statue of Liberty Angel and perceived plotholes.

“Angels? Manh Read more …

50th Anniversary Short: The Nameless City

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:55:07 +0000

Details on the second 50th anniversary short story have been revealed. Michael Scott, author of the ‘The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel Read more …

CONFIRMED: Disney CEO says we're getting Star Wars spinoff films

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:31 +0000

We’ve heard the rumors and seen the signs, and now Disney’s head honcho is confirming that we will indeed see more than just another Star Wars trilogy at the movies.

George R. R. Martin signs 2-year deal: More Thrones + new series!

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:30 +0000

In what could potentially be seen as a good news/bad news kinda thing (but mostly good), George R. R. Martin has just signed a two-year overall deal with HBO.

The Wachowskis recruit Game of Thrones star for new sci-fi epic

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:27 +0000

Andy and Lana Wachowski are hard at work on their new film, Jupiter Ascending, and they’ve lined up a fan favorite actor from Game of Thrones to join the cast.

Clean up by getting your own Death Star bath bomb for only 4 bucks

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:25 +0000

That’s no moon …

Explosive Defiance trailer warns: Get ready for an alien assault!

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:24 +0000

The more we see of Syfy’s epic new series Defiance, the more intrigued we are.

Leela kicks Bender's ass in 1st trailer for Futurama's S7 return

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:23 +0000

After bringing the series back to life, Comedy Central has been cranking out a ton of new Futurama episodes.

Guardians of the Galaxy has finally found its Star-Lord

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:21 +0000

After months of auditions, Marvel’s made their first casting for Guardians of the Galaxy.

Latest Walking Dead photos show a certain someone ain't dead yet

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:20 +0000

When last we left the zombie apocalypse survivors of The Walking Dead, it seemed some of them would not make it out alive. “Seemed,” now being the operative word.

Look which sequel Tron might appear in besides Tron 3

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:18 +0000

While Tron 3 may or may not be happening, there’s another sequel that Tron himself might be invited to appear in.

Marc Webb teases trip to Oscorp in 1st pics from Amazing Spidey 2

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:15 +0000

It might have been touch and go in the eleventh hour, but Marc Webb is officially sticking it out with Amazing Spider-Man 2.

Avatar lawsuit dismissed: James Cameron DID come up with the idea

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:13 +0000

Guess it’s time to put all those FernGully jokes to bed.

The Avengers meet The Breakfast Club in weirdly funny fake trailer

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:11 +0000

What if the biggest superhero blockbuster of all time had been directed by the legendary John Hughes?

Watch the trailer for the 1st new Dragon Ball Z film in 17 years

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:09 +0000

It’s been a long time since we’ve seen any new Dragon Ball Z, but the wait will be over soon (assuming you’re in the right part of the world).

Guy makes incredibly detailed Winterfell model with 3D printer

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:06 +0000

We’ve still got more than a month until we see Winterfell again in Game of Thrones season 3, but one industrious fan just couldn’t wait that long.

Rumor of the Day: 1st stand-alone Star Wars pic to focus on Yoda?

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:02 +0000

Have a major rumor to report, we do. Yes.

Classic sci-fi novel The Sparrow may finally be out of development hell

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:54:00 +0000

It looks like one of the most acclaimed science fiction novels of the last two decades may finally get filmed.

Disney archivist tells us whats really in that mysterious 1952 box

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:53:58 +0000

The folks at Disney are playing things close to the vest with the mysterious new sci-fi flick Tomorrowland.

1st behind-the-scenes pics from Who's 50th anniversary special

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:53:56 +0000

Yesterday, we tantalized you with an image of the script for Doctor Who’s 50th Anniversary special, An Adventure in Space and Time.

Relive Walking Dead S3's 13 most shocking moments (so far)

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:53:55 +0000

Before The Walking Dead’s premiere, catch up on the biggest moments from season three (so far). There was death, betrayal and birth. You name it, it happened.

Community takes aim at Star Wars, Hunger Games in new S4 trailer

Scuttlebug — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 03:53:54 +0000

After delays, showrunner shake-ups and having the episode order trimmed to 13—NBC’s Community is (almost) back.

DWM #457: Jon Pertwee

Scuttlebug — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:50:00 +0000

Issue #457 of Doctor Who Magazine is out this Thursday and the cover has been now revealed.

The Third Doctor is the star of the show this issue with the mag featuring a long-lost interview with Jon Pertwee.

2/3/13 – ‘Whos Back?’

walkie — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 19:47:39 +0000

The World of Doctor Who is Buzzing
as Walkie and Mindwipe returned for
to bring you another Weekend Elite
Force Podcast to Takes a Look at
all The Happens that is Going on
This Week in Sci Fi

On This Episode :
.The Eleven Doctors 50th Rumour
.David Bradley is the First Doctor
.Walkie Reviews The 1st Of The Star
Trek Countdown to Darkness prequel Comic
.Marvel exec responds to Iron Man/Guardians
of the Galaxy rumor
.Walkie reads a Novel of a E-mail from
Paul Rasmussen about the 3rd anniversary of
Star Trek Online
.Brfore wrapping Up The Episode Walkie Gives
a Update on the Upcoming 8th Sci-Fi Music Show

All This on The Latest edition of Weekend
Elite Force Podcast.

We Welcome any Feedback on anything you heard
Via E-mail over at weekend@eliteforcepodcast.com

Why the Russell T Davies Era Worked

Scuttlebug — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 06:09:52 +0000

David Selby and Max Jelbart give their thoughts.

Let’s make it clear from the off – this is not an article criticising Steven Read more …

The Legacy of Sarah Jane Smith

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:34:13 +0000

On Elisabeth Sladen’s date of birth, guest contributor K-CI Wi Read more …

The Rock knocks out an alien in oddly awesome Super Bowl spot

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:31:14 +0000

Yes, he will save the world, but not before he gets his hands on some milk.

Mark Millar teases Kitty Pryde and Sentinels for Days of Future Past

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:31:13 +0000

After a brief stint in X-Men: The Last Stand, Days of Future Past will push Kitty Pryde and Sentinels into the spotlight.

Yikes! An asteroid's coming that'll get closer than Earth's satellites

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:31:11 +0000

We may not be headed for a Deep Impact-style global disaster yet, but this month an asteroid will come very, very, scarily close to hitting us.

Apes 2 writer reveals 'heartbreaking' behind-the-scenes shakeups

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:31:10 +0000

The guy who wrote the script for Dawn of the Planet of the Apes has opened up about why he left after turning in his first draft.

What's Adam Baldwin's one worry about bringing back Firefly?

Scuttlebug — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:31:08 +0000

Despite the obvious challenges, everyone wants Joss Whedon’s space western back in the saddle. But what’s Baldwin’s beef?