Transformers: Bumblebee: Go for the Gold!
James Asmus (w) • Marcelo Ferreria (a) • Nicoletta Baldari (c)
There are a lot of things other Autobots can do that Bumblebee cannot—they drive faster, hit harder, fly! But if there’s one thing Bee has over any of them, it’s a bigger heart! When his team’s in danger, Bumblebee comes to the rescue in this fun adventure that pits the Autobots against Starscream’s evil Decepticons!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
Ahead of Bumblebee’s upcoming premiere, Kabam is issuing some all-new live-ops events for their mobile title Transformers: Forged to Fight. The live-ops have begun and here’s what players can look forward to:
The Bumblebee Live-ops runs December 20 to January 3.
Ralph Breaks the Internet ruled the weekend again for the third weekend in a row bringing in an estimated $16.1 million that brings its domestic total to $140.9 million. Internationally the film earned $18 million to bring that total to $258.2 million after it debuted in Spain.
In second place was Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch repeating in that spot. It earned an estimated $15.2 million to bring its domestic total to $223.5 million. Overseas the film added $25.9 million to bring its international total to $98.9 million and global earnings to $322.4 million.
Repeating in third was Creed II which added an estimated $10.3 million to its domestic total to bring that to $96.5 million. It also brought in $5.2 million from overseas bringing that total to $23.2 million.
Fourth place was also a repeat with Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald adding an estimated $6.8 million to its domestic total to bring that to $145.2 million. It added $22 million to its international box office to bring its global total to $568.5 million.
Rounding out the top five was another repeat, Bohemian Rhapsody which earned an estimated $6 million to lift its domestic total to $173.6 million. Overseas it earned an estimated $29.2 million to bring that total to $423 million and a worldwide total nearing $600 million.
Aquaman debuted in China two weeks ahead of the domestic release where it earning an impressive $93.6 million. That’s 85% of the total market share for the weekend in China and is the the studio’s largest opening weekend ever in China and the largest industry opening in the market in December. It expands internationally next weekend with 40+ more overseas market including the UK, Russia, Mexico, and Brazil.
This weekend also early screenings of Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and Bumblebee though neither has seen numbers released. This coming week sees Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse open in 3400+ locations, likely taking first place, as well as Once Upon a Deadpool, the PG-13 version of Deadpool 2, which opens in around 500 locations beginning Wednesday.
In othe comic adaptation news…
Venom came in at #17 improving one spot from the previous weekend with an estimated $305,000 to bring its domestic total to $212.7 million.
We’ll be back in an hour for a deeper dive into this year’s comic film adaptations.
PUMA and Hasbro have unveil an exclusive Transformers-themed collection. The PUMA x Transformers range celebrates the two iconic Autobots, Bumblebee and Optimus Prime, their super powers and remarkable built, reimagined into PUMA’s latest RS-X silhouette.
This season, PUMA launches the RS-X sneaker, a reboot of the RS-0 which was built on the classic 80’s Running System (RS) line. Pushing boundaries in futuristic design with retro vibes, PUMA extends their RS range by partnering with exciting brands that take reinvention to the extreme, from the toy, television, telecommunication and motoring worlds. With its bulky design, bold color palette and material mixes, RS-X Transforemrs pushes reinvention further and explores collectibles in and beyond the sneaker culture.
Equipped with PUMA’s patented RS technology on the midsole, the upper is decked with mesh, textile and nubuck overlays. The RS-X Transformers Bumblebee in Quiet Shade – Cyber Yellow and the RS-X Transformers Optimus Prime in Dazzling Blue – High Risk Red are nods to the signature colors of the two protagonists. The RS PUMA branding appears on the molded sockliner while the shoe tongue features the collab logo. The Transformers Autobot symbol fitted on the heel piece accentuate the style.
For the ultimate head-to-toe Transformers look, the collection also features apparel and accessories. Bumblebee and Optimus Prime’s vivid colors continue to appear on the T7 Track Pant and Track Top while the tees feature various iterations of the PUMA x Transformers graphics and all-over prints.
The PUMA x Transformers collection for Men and Kid’s drops exclusively at Foot Locker stores and PUMA.com in Europe on November 22nd and mid-December in the U.S.
Inspired by an interpretation of iconic DC Comics characters in a high school setting, who are learning to hone their super powers, the DC Super Hero Girls line of toys is a fresh take on classic characters. Folks can explore their own inner heroes with this assortment of dolls designed to lead to super hero fun. There’s two assortments. One features Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy, and Bumblebee and the second features Wonder Woman, Supergirl, and Batgirl!
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Entertainment Earth Exclusive! Bring home two of the most popular characters from Transformers: Robots in Disguise with this awesome box set featuring a bigger, better Voyager-class Grimlock with premium paint and awesome accessories, plus Bumblebee with a snazzy new paint job. Don’t miss out – order yours today!
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At Hasbro’s Analyst Presentation this morning during Toy Fair, Hasbro Chairman, President and CEO Brian Goldner announced new details about the next three films in the multi-billion dollar global franchise.
In partnership with Paramount, the writers’ room assembled by Hasbro’s Allspark pictures has their stories down and are beginning development on the next three theatrical films.
Who’s ready for some more Transformers?
It’s been a beautiful weekend here in DC, the first in a long time! Hopefully the weather has been great for everyone and you’re out taking advantage.
Around the Tubes
Kotaku – Double Bumblebee Is The Best Thing About Rise Of The Dark Spark – I really want to play this.
Kotaku – PAX South Takes The Show To Texas In 2015 – Add another convention to your schedule.
CBR – Anatomy of a Bad Cover: DC’s New “Teen Titans” #1 – We provided some stats for this article.
The Escapist – Are Too Many Heroes Coming to the Big Screen at Once? – Saturation has to happen at some point.
Around the Tubes Reviews
It’s new comic book day tomorrow! What’s everyone looking forward to?
Around the Tubes
ICv2 – Comic Sales Get the ‘Deep Freeze’ in February – One wonders how the weather played into it?
The Mary Sue –Kevin Feige Continues to Say Infuriating Things About a Solo Black Widow Movie, Teases Captain Marvel Instead – It’d be interesting to see how contracts play into this.
Kotaku – Bumblebee Takes Command In The Next Transformers Animated Series – Optimus returns in 3…2…1…
The Verge – YouTube has an elite group that hunts and kills content – Such a bad idea.
Around the Tubes Reviews
CBR – Superior Foes of Spider-Man #9
CBR – X-Men Legacy #300
Today, Ript has two designs for fans of Transformers, more specifically Bumblebee! Carface and Bumble Tessellation from mikehandyart and Obvian will be for sale on November 26, 2013 only!
