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Spider-Woman – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. Hits DVD June 14

Official Press Release

From the Eisner Award-Winning Team of Writer Brian Michael Bendis and Artist Alex Maleev comes the Ultimate Story of Reckoning.   

MARVEL KNIGHTS ANIMATION PRESENTS

SPIDER-WOMANTM – AGENT OF S.W.O.R.D.

LANDING ON HOME ENTERTAINMENT SHELVES FOR THE FIRST TIME

OWN IT ON DVD JUNE 14, 2011 FROM SHOUT! FACTORY

Spider-Woman, aka Jessica Drew, has her Super Hero life changed forever when a mysterious stranger offers her a new job full of espionage, intrigue, and high octane adventure. Welcome to the unusual world of Jessica Drew…

This summer, you will finally have the chance to experience this highly anticipated Marvel Knights Animation presentation release! Developed by the legendary Eisner Award- winning team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev, Spider-Woman is brought to life when the SPIDER-WOMAN – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. DVD debuts on home entertainment shelves nationwide for the first time on June 14, 2011 from Shout! Factory, in association with Marvel Knights Animation.

Ripped from the pages of “Secret Invasion” and “New Avengers,” Marvel Knights Animation: SPIDER-WOMAN – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. follows the new adventures of Jessica Drew as she rediscovers her life in a world she did not make. Seeking revenge against those who destroyed her life, Jessica Drew must rise to become Spider-Woman again, even if it means her ultimate demise.

Featuring guest appearances by Spider-Man, the Avengers, Wolverine, Black Widow, Captain America and Ms. Marvel, this acclaimed comic-book mini-series written by Brian Michael Bendis and illustrated by Alex Maleev finally comes to life in this stunning Marvel Knights Animation presentation.

The Marvel Knights Animation: SPIDER-WOMAN – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. DVD is packed with extensive bonus content and a graphic rich cover, plus a unique replica of comic book-style plastic sleeve packaging that bridges the comic book to DVD concept.  Marvel Knights Animation: Spider-Woman – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. DVD is priced to own at $14.97.

SYNOPSIS

With Jessica Drew still reeling from the effects of having been sedated and physically replaced on Earth by the Skrull Queen Veranke, the last thing in the world she wants to encounter is another Skrull invasion. But when Jessica is approached by Abigail Brand, a mysterious agent of S.W.O.R.D., she finds that the urge within herself to inflict vengeance upon the Skrulls is too overwhelming to deny.

DVD Bonus Content:

  • Visual History  of Spider-Woman
  • Exclusive Music Video
  • Trailers

Marvel Knights Animation remains true to the heritage of panel-by-panel graphic storytelling, boasting groundbreaking graphics, sensational soundscapes and of course, the explosiveness of the Mighty Marvel Universe. Behind every image and every word lies the genius of Marvel’s celebrated creators like Brian Michael Bendis, Alex Maleev, Joss Whedon, Reginald Hudlin, John Romita Jr, Warren Ellis, Adi Granov, and John Cassaday.

About Marvel Entertainment

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years.  Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing.  For more information visit www.marvel.com.  Super Hero(es) is a co-owned registered trademark.

About Shout! Factory
Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over.  Shout! Factory’s DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The company’s audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY®-nominated boxed sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention.  With its fingers on the pulse of pop culture, Shout! Factory continues to impact the entertainment media landscape through acquisition of top quality programming for home entertainment releases. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit ShoutFactory.com.<

For the first time ever, bring home Two exhilarating Marvel Knights Animation adventures on Blu-ray High Def. Available June 14

Official Press Release

FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, BRING HOME TWO EXHILARATING  

MARVEL KNIGHTS ANIMATIONADVENTURES ON BLU-RAY™ HIGH-DEF!

IRON MAN: EXTREMIS

Featuring Critically Acclaimed Storylines by Warren Ellis and Adi Granov

&

SPIDER-WOMAN: AGENT OF S.W.O.R.D.

From the Masterminds behind DAREDEVIL, the Eisner Award-Winning Team of

Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev

AVAILABLE EXCLUSIVELY AT BEST BUY ON JUNE 14, 2011

Gear up for two times the action with two Marvel Knights Animation Super Hero® adventures debuting on Blu-ray™ high-def for the first time! Marvel Knights Animation IRON MAN: Extremis and SPIDER-WOMAN: Agent of S.W.O.R.D. are presented together with stunning 1080p picture quality and advanced digital sound in this special edition set from Shout! Factory.

Featuring captivating storylines, dazzling visuals and explosive soundtracks, IRON MAN: Extremis / SPIDER-WOMAN: Agent of S.W.O.R.D. special-edition Blu-ray is packed with extensive bonus content including interviews, behind-the-scenes featurettes, music videos, and more! This eagerly-awaited home entertainment release arrives exclusively at Best Buy and BestBuy.com on June 14, 2011. 

Marvel Knights Animation remains true to the heritage of panel-by-panel graphic storytelling, boasting groundbreaking illustrations, sensational soundscapes, and of course, the explosiveness of the Mighty Marvel Universe. Behind every image and every word lies the genius of Marvel’s celebrated creators like Brian Michael Bendis, Alex Maleev, Joss Whedon, Reginald Hudlin, John Romita Jr, Warren Ellis, Adi Granov, John Cassaday, and more.

Marvel Knights Animation

IRON MAN: Extremis

Adapting the critically acclaimed storyline by superstars Warren Ellis and Adi Granov, Tony Stark (AKA Iron Man) faces his greatest threat ever – a terrorist transformed into an unstoppable force with bio-engineered Extremis super-soldier serum! Now, Stark redefines Iron Man’s mission for the 21st century, sending the Armored Avenger in a new direction that will alter his life forever!

Featuring heart-pumping animation and special effects, the IRON MAN: Extremis Blu-ray contains six can’t miss episodes from the multi-part series and exciting bonus content, including:

  • A conversation with Adi Granov
  • Behind-the-scenes look at Marvel Knights Animation
  • Marvel Super Heroes™: What The —? Starring Iron Man
  • Visual history of Iron Man
  • Exclusive music video
  • Trailers
    …and more!


Marvel Knights Animation

SPIDER WOMAN:  Agent of S.W.O.R.D.

Developed by the legendary Eisner Award-winning team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev, Marvel Knights Animation SPIDER-WOMAN: Agent of S.W.O.R.D. follows the new adventures of Jessica Drew as she rediscovers her existence in a world she did not make. Seeking revenge against those who destroyed her past, Jessica Drew must rise to become Spider-Woman again, even if it means her ultimate demise. Featuring guest appearances by Spider-Man, the Avengers, Wolverine, Black Widow, Captain America and Ms. Marvel, Spider-Woman comes to life in this thrilling Marvel Knights Animation adventure!

The action-packed Marvel Knights Animation SPIDER-WOMAN: Agent of S.W.O.R.D. Blu-ray is loaded with electrifying bonus content, including:

  • Visual history of Spider-Woman
  • Exclusive music video
  • Trailers

About Marvel Entertainment

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years.  Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing.  For more information visit www.marvel.com. Super Hero(es) is a co-owned registered trademark.

About Shout! Factory

Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over.  Shout! Factory’s DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The company’s audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY®-nominated boxed sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention.  With its fingers on the pulse of pop culture, Shout! Factory continues to impact the entertainment media landscape through acquisition of top quality programming for home entertainment releases. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit ShoutFactory.com.

Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers Episode Four Trailer


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Get your first look at the fourth episode of the critically acclaimed Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers animated mini-series, on sale this Wednesday, April 20th! Adapted from the acclaimed story by superstar creators Robert Rodi and Esad Ribic, Loki finally has a chance to tell tale of his brother’s crimes…and inflict the punishment he has craved for eons. Don’t forget to catch the fourth episode of Marvel Knights Animation’s Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers, a best seller on iTunes (Animation, Animation Season Pass and Television categories), Xbox LIVE, and PlayStation®Network — available now!

Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers Episode Three Behind the Scenes


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Get an all-new look at the third episode of the critically acclaimed Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers animated mini-series, on sale today! The animators from Magnetic Dreams take you behind the scenes and show fans how this epic tale came to life. Adapted from the acclaimed story by superstar creators Robert Rodi and Esad Ribic, Loki finally has a chance to tell tale of his brother’s crimes…and inflict the punishment he has craved for eons. It’s the series that has everyone talking so don’t miss how this Marvel classic  came together  from the studio that brought it to life. Don’t forget to download the third episode of Marvel Knights Animation’s Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers, a best seller on iTunes (Animation, Animation Season Pass and Television categories), Xbox LIVE, and PlayStation®Network – available now!

Marvel Knights Animation Spider-Woman – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. – On DVD This June!

Official Press Release

Shout FactoryMarvel Knights

From the Eisner Award-Winning Team of

Writer Brian Michael Bendis and Artist Alex Maleev comes

the Ultimate Story of Reckoning.

MARVEL KNIGHTS ANIMATION PRESENTS

SPIDER-WOMANTMAGENT OF S.W.O.R.D.

LANDING ON HOME ENTERTAINMENT SHELVES FOR THE FIRST TIME

OWN IT ON DVD JUNE 14, 2011 FROM SHOUT! FACTORY

Spider-Woman DVD CoverSpider-Woman, aka Jessica Drew, has her Super Hero life changed forever when a mysterious stranger offers her a new job full of espionage, intrigue, and high octane adventure. Welcome to the unusual world of Jessica Drew…

This summer, you will finally have the chance to experience this highly anticipated Marvel Knights Animation presentation release! Developed by the legendary Eisner Award- winning team of Brian Michael Bendis and Alex Maleev, Spider-Woman is brought to life when the SPIDER-WOMAN – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. DVD debuts on home entertainment shelves nationwide for the first time on June 14, 2011 from Shout! Factory, in association with Marvel Knights Animation.

Ripped from the pages of “Secret Invasion” and “New Avengers,” Marvel Knights Animation: SPIDER-WOMAN – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. follows the new adventures of Jessica Drew as she rediscovers her life in a world she did not make. Seeking revenge against those who destroyed her life, Jessica Drew must rise to become Spider-Woman again, even if it means her ultimate demise.

Featuring guest appearances by Spider-Man, the Avengers, Wolverine, Black Widow, Captain America and Ms. Marvel, this acclaimed comic-book mini-series written by Brian Michael Bendis and illustrated by Alex Maleev finally comes to life in this stunning Marvel Knights Animation presentation.

The Marvel Knights Animation: SPIDER-WOMAN – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. DVD is packed with extensive bonus content and a graphic rich cover, plus a unique replica of comic book-style plastic sleeve packaging that bridges the comic book to DVD concept.  Marvel Knights Animation: Spider-Woman – Agent of S.W.O.R.D. DVD is priced to own at $14.97.

SYNOPSIS

With Jessica Drew still reeling from the effects of having been sedated and physically replaced on Earth by the Skrull Queen Veranke, the last thing in the world she wants to encounter is another Skrull invasion. But when Jessica is approached by Abigail Brand, a mysterious agent of S.W.O.R.D., she finds that the urge within herself to inflict vengeance upon the Skrulls is too overwhelming to deny.

DVD Bonus Content:

  • Visual History  of Spider-Woman
  • Exclusive Music Video
  • Trailers

Marvel Knights Animation remains true to the heritage of panel-by-panel graphic storytelling, boasting groundbreaking graphics, sensational soundscapes and of course, the explosiveness of the Mighty Marvel Universe. Behind every image and every word lies the genius of Marvel’s celebrated creators like Brian Michael Bendis, Alex Maleev, Joss Whedon, Reginald Hudlin, John Romita Jr, Warren Ellis, Adi Granov, and John Cassaday.

About Marvel Entertainment

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years.  Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing.  For more information visit www.marvel.com.  Super Hero(es) is a co-owned registered trademark.

About Shout! Factory

Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over.  Shout! Factory’s DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The company’s audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY®-nominated boxed sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention.  With its fingers on the pulse of pop culture, Shout! Factory continues to impact the entertainment media landscape through acquisition of top quality programming for home entertainment releases. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit ShoutFactory.com.

Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers


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Get an in-depth look at Marvel Knights Animation’s Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers animated mini-series, adapted from the acclaimed story by superstar creators Robert Rodi and Esad Ribic! The Prince of Lies has seized the throne of Asgard and marked the Mighty Thor for execution. Now, Loki finally has a chance to tell tale of his brother’s crimes…and inflict the punishment he has craved for eons. Don’t miss the dramatic first installment of this incredibly rendered Marvel classic as Thor & Loki: Blood Brothers makes its debut on iTunes, XBOX and PS3!

Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther Arrives In Stores Today

Official Press Release

Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther Arrives In Stores Today

Wakanda’s greatest hero is making his first leap onto the small screen as Shout! Factory, in association with Marvel Knights Animation brings Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther to DVD today, available in comic shops and wherever DVDs are sold! Stunningly recreated from the bestselling graphic novel by acclaimed filmmaker/writer/producer Reginald Hudlin and legendary comic artist John Romita Jr., Black Panther is a six-episode adventure portraying King T’Challa’s battle to protect his tiny African utopia from invading mercenaries. The young king must fight his super-powered foes himself as Wakanda’s eternal champion, the Black Panther!

Written by Hudlin himself, Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther features an all-star voice cast, including Djimon Hounsou (Blood Diamond) as Black Panther; singer Jill Scott as Storm; Kerry Washington (For Colored Girls) as Princess Shuri; Alfre Woodard (True Blood) as Dondi Rice and Queen Mother and many more – not to mention guest appearances from fellow Marvel icons, Captain America and the X-Men.  Packed with extensive bonus features, including a look back at the Panther’s history, look for Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther in stores today!

For more information about Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther head on over to Marvel.com!

About Marvel Entertainment, LLC

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years.  Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing.  For more information visit www.marvel.com.

About Shout! Factory

Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over.  Shout! Factory’s DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The company’s audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY®-nominated boxed sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention.  With its fingers on the pulse of pop culture, Shout! Factory continues to impact the entertainment media landscape through acquisition of top quality programming for home entertainment releases. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit ShoutFactory.com

Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther Cover

Marvel Knights Animation Presents Black Panther

Official Press Release

Shout FactoryMarvel Knights

MARVEL KNIGHTS ANIMATION PRESENTS

BLACK PANTHER/

REGINALD HUDLIN & JOHN ROMITA JR’S GROUNDBREAKING
TAKE ON THE FIRST BLACK SUPER HERO

Black Panther Marvel Knights

Boasting an All-Star Voice Cast of Academy Award® Nominee Djimon Hounsou,
Grammy® Winner Jill Scott, Golden Globe® Winner Alfre Woodard,
Kerry Washington and Carl Lumbly

LEAPS ONTO HOME ENTERTAINMENT SHELVES FOR THE FIRST TIME

TUESDAY, JANUARY 18, 2011 FROM SHOUT! FACTORY

Marvel Knights Animation delivers all-out action as Reginald Hudlin and John Romita Jr.’s Black Panther is brought to life in his own series for the very first time since his creation in 1966. With guest appearances by the X-Men and Captain America, The Black Panther’s six episodes are filled with exhilarating action, dazzling visuals and an explosive soundtrack as he leaps from the comic book pages into homes everywhere. On January 18, 2011, Shout! Factory, in association with Marvel Knights Animation, will debut the long-awaited Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther on DVD.  Inspired by the popular graphic novel from acclaimed filmmaker/writer/producer Reginald Hudlin and legendary comic book artist John Romita Jr.

Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther features an all-star voice cast including Djimon Hounsou (Blood Diamond) as Black Panther; music artist and actress Jill Scott as Storm; Kerry Washington (For Colored Girls) as Princess Shuri; Alfre Woodard (True Blood) as both Dondi Reese and Queen Mother; Carl Lumbly (Alias) as Uncle S’Yan; and the legendary Stan Lee as General Wallace.

Stan Lee and Jack Kirby created the first and the greatest black Super Hero when they imagined The Black Panther in 1966.  He is no ordinary Super Hero; he’s the king of the scientifically advanced country of Wakanda.  Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther takes viewers on a thrilling adventure which includes battle scenes, love stories and political intrigue while John Romita, Jr. pens panoramic vistas, brilliant visual design and intense action.

The Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther DVD is packed with extensive bonus content and a graphic rich cover, plus a unique replica of comic book-style plastic sleeve packaging that bridges the comic book to DVD concept.  Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther DVD is priced to own at $14.97.

Synopsis

Deep in the heart of Africa lies Wakanda, an advanced and unconquerable civilization. A family of warrior-kings possessing superior speed, strength and agility has governed this mysterious nation as long as time itself. The latest in this famed line is young King T’Challa, the great hero known worldwide as the Black Panther.

Now, outsiders once again threaten to invade and plunder Wakanda. Leading this brutal assault is Klaw, a deadly assassin with the blood of T’Challa’s murdered father on his hands, who brings with him a strong army of super-powered mercenaries. Even with Wakanda’s might and his own superhuman skills, can the Black Panther prevail against this deadly invading force?

Marvel Knights Animation: Black Panther is executive produced and written by Reginald Hudlin, and Co-Executive produced by Stan Lee.

Extensive DVD Special Features

  • Looking Back at Black Panther with Reginald Hudlin
  • Exclusive Music Video
  • Trailers

Marvel Knights Animation remains true to the heritage of panel-by-panel graphic storytelling, boasting groundbreaking graphics, sensational soundscapes and of course, the explosiveness of the Mighty Marvel Universe. Behind every image and every word lies the genius of Marvel’s celebrated creators like Reginald Hudlin, John Romita Jr, Joss Whedon, Brian Michael Bendis, Warren Ellis, Adi Granov, and John Cassaday.

About Marvel Entertainment, LLC

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years.  Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing.  For more information visit www.marvel.com.

About Shout! Factory

Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over.  Shout! Factory’s DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The company’s audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY®-nominated boxed sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention.  With its fingers on the pulse of pop culture, Shout! Factory continues to impact the entertainment media landscape through acquisition of top quality programming for home entertainment releases. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit ShoutFactory.com

Marvel Knights Animation Black Panther

Marvel Knights Animation: Iron Man – Extremis Blasts Onto The Home Entertainment Shelves

Official Press Release

MARVEL KNIGHTS ANIMATION:

IRON MAN – EXTREMIS

Iron Man Extremis DVD

BLASTS ONTO THE HOME ENTERTAINMENT SHELVES

OWN IT ON DVD NOVEMBER 30, 2010

FROM SHOUT! FACTORY

This Fall, fans can experience the non-stop action and thrilling adventures of IRON MAN in a whole new way! On November 30, 2010, Shout! Factory, in association with Marvel Knights Animation, will debut IRON MAN – EXTREMIS on DVD for the first time. This is the latest release from the enormously successful IRON MAN series created by Marvel Knights Animation and distributed by Shout! Factory for home entertainment.

Adapting the critically acclaimed storyline by superstars Warren Ellis and Adi Granov, Tony Stark (AKA Iron Man) faces his greatest threat ever – a terrorist transformed into an unstoppable force with the powerful bio-engineered Extremis super-soldier serum! Now Tony Stark redefines Iron Man’s mission for the 21st century, setting the Armored Avenger in a new direction that will alter his life forever…if he can find a way to defeat a modern day nightmare!

Featuring heart-pumping animation and special effects, the collectible IRON MAN – EXTREMIS DVD features six can’t miss episodes from the multi-part series and a spectacular array of exciting bonus content – all collected in a unique replica of comic book-style packaging that bridges the comic book to DVD concept. A must have for fans of comic books, IRON MAN – EXTREMIS DVD is priced to own at $14.97.

Special DVD Bonus Features include:

  • A Conversation With Adi Granov
  • Behind-The-Scenes Look At Marvel Knights Animation
  • Marvel Super Heroes™: What The —? Starring Iron Man
  • Visual History Of Iron Man
  • Exclusive Music Video
  • Trailers
    …and More!

Direct from the pages of the critically acclaimed comic books, Marvel Knights Animation remains true to the legendary Marvel experience of sophisticated storytelling and dynamic artwork. Behind every image and every word lies the genius of Marvel’s celebrated creators like Joss Whedon, Brian Michael Bendis, Warren Ellis, John Cassaday and Adi Granov. Boasting groundbreaking graphics, sensational soundscapes and, of course, the explosiveness of the Marvel Universe, Marvel Knights Animation merges iconic Marvel comic book graphics and dynamic animation, utilizing some of the latest technology to provide incredible, cutting-edge, in-your-face storytelling. A wonderful hybrid that incorporates all of Marvel’s greatest talents, viewers can experience their favorite comics, as the spectacular visions of these authors and artists come alive in Marvel Knights Animation.

About Marvel Entertainment, LLC

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 5,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years.  Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing.  For more information visit www.marvel.com.

About Shout! Factory
Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over.  Shout! Factory’s DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The company’s audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY®-nominated boxed sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention.  With its fingers on the pulse of pop culture, Shout! Factory continues to impact the entertainment media landscape through acquisition of top quality programming for home entertainment releases. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit ShoutFactory.com.

Astonishing X-Men: Gifted DVD Hits Stores This September!

Official Press Release

From Joss Whedon, the Mastermind Behind the Acclaimed TV Series

Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Award-Winning Artist John Cassaday

Comes the Ultimate Story of Mutant Survival!

Astonishing X-Men Gifted

MARVEL KNIGHTS ANIMATION:

ASTONISHING X-MEN – GIFTED

HITS THE HOME ENTERTAINMENT SHELVES FOR THE FIRST TIME

OWN IT ON DVD SEPTEMBER 28, 2010

FROM SHOUT! FACTORY

The time has come for Marvel Super Heroes CYCLOPS, EMMA FROST, SHADOWCAT, COLOSSUS, BEAST and WOLVERINE to leap from the comic book pages into every home this Fall. On September 28, 2010, Shout! Factory, in association with Marvel Knights Animation will unleash the highly anticipated DVD of ASTONISHING X-MEN – GIFTED, the first title in the multi-part ASTONISHING X-MEN home entertainment series.

Joss Whedon and John Cassaday’s Eisner award-winning take on Marvel’s mightiest mutants comes to life through the studio of comics legend Neal Adams, in the ASTONISHING X-MEN Marvel Motion Comic, adapting the acclaimed “Gifted” storyline!  Remaining true to the heritage of panel-by-panel graphic storytelling, with groundbreaking visuals, sensational soundscapes and, of course, the explosiveness of the Mighty Marvel Universe, the ASTONISHING X-MEN – GIFTED DVD features the first story arc of the ASTONISHING X-MEN 3-part series by Whedon and Cassaday. Boasting an exciting array of bonus features, this DVD invites viewers to delve deep inside the imaginative world of the Marvel Universe. A must have for collectors and loyal fans, this deluxe DVD is featured with a graphic rich cover and a unique replica of comic book-style plastic sleeve packaging that bridges the comic book to DVD concept. It is priced to own at $14.97.

Synopsis:

Professor Charles Xavier’s X-Men — the aggressive Wolverine, conflicted Beast and newly returned Kitty Pryde, led by Cyclops and Emma Frost — find themselves confronted with Dr. Kavita Rao, who has developed a controversial “mutant cure.” Now they’re up against science, prejudice and a mysterious new foe named Ord! Can the X-Men protect the world’s mutants against this powerful new alien menace and the “cure” that threatens to rid them of their unique abilities forever?

Extensive Bonus Features:

  • A Conversation with Joe Quesada and Neal Adams
  • ASTONISHING X-MEN “Rise Up” music video
  • ASTONISHING X-MEN – GIFTED trailer
  • Visual history of the characters
  • Behind-the-scenes: Marvel Knights Animation
  • Marvel Super Heroes™: What The — ?
  • Artists gallery – John Cassaday
  • Additional trailers

…and More!

Direct from the pages of the critically acclaimed comic books, Marvel Knights Animation remains true to the legendary Marvel experience of sophisticated storytelling and dynamic artwork. Behind every image and every word lies the genius of Marvel’s celebrated creators like Joss Whedon, Brian Michael Bendis, Warren Ellis, Adi Granov, and John Cassaday. Marvel Knights Animation merges iconic Marvel comic book graphics and dynamic animation, utilizing some of the latest technology to provide incredible, cutting-edge, in-your-face storytelling. A wonderful hybrid that incorporates all of Marvel’s greatest talents, viewers can experience their favorite comics, as the spectacular visions of these authors and artists come alive in Marvel Knights Animation.

About Marvel Entertainment, LLC

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of over 5,000 characters featured in a variety of media over seventy years.  Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing and publishing.  For more information visit www.marvel.com.

About Shout! Factory
Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over.  Shout! Factory’s DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The company’s audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY®-nominated boxed sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention.  With its fingers on the pulse of pop culture, Shout! Factory continues to impact the entertainment media landscape through acquisition of top quality programming for home entertainment releases. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit ShoutFactory.com

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