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DC Universe Cancels Swamp Thing Following Premiere

Just one week after its premiere, DC Universe has already canceled its series adaptation of “Swamp Thing”. The news comes as no surprise seeing that filming was cut short before all of the planned episodes for its first season could be made. “Swamp Thing” centers on CDC researcher Abby Arcane (Reed). When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her. But as powerful forces descend on Houma, intent on exploiting the swamp’s mysterious properties for their own purposes, Abby will discover that the swamp holds mystical secrets, both horrifying and wondrous — and the potential love of her life may not be dead after all.” The James Wan produced series also stars Derek Mears who plays the role of Swamp Thing, Crystal Reed, Jennifer Beals, Virginia Madsen, Will Patton, Kevin Durand, Ian Ziering,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 7, 2019
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New “Swamp Thing” Trailer Introduces IT: Chapter Two’s Andy Bean

The “Swamp Thing” series is heading to the DC Universe streaming service later this month. Today, we’ve got a new teaser that introduces Alec Holland, played by Andy Bean, who becomes Swamp Thing. Bean also stars in the IT: Chapter Two. “Swamp Thing” centers on CDC researcher Abby Arcane (Reed). When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her. But as powerful forces descend on Houma, intent on exploiting the swamp’s mysterious properties for their own purposes, Abby will discover that the swamp holds mystical secrets, both horrifying and wondrous — and the potential love of her life may not be dead after all.” The James Wan produced series also stars Derek Mears who plays the role of Swamp Thing, Crystal Reed, Jennifer Beals, Virginia Madsen, Will Patton, Kevin Durand, Ian Ziering, Henderson

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 17, 2019
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“Swamp Thing” Emerges From The Muck In First Teaser

Earlier today we reported that “Swamp Thing” was in jeopardy as is the streaming network DC Universe. The series, originally set to feature 13 episodes has been cut down to 10 with rewrites ordered. The studio suddenly halted production before the last 3 episodes could be filmed. Within the past few hours, DC Universe has released a teaser trailer for “Swamp Thing” which I imagine was to boost fans’ interest along with giving fans confidence. The first teaser gives us our first look at Swamp Thing, played by Derek Mears (Friday the 13th (2009), Men in Black II), and he looks a lot like the comic book character he was based on by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson. Jennifer Beals, Virginia Madsen, Ian Ziering, Will Patton, Andy Bean, Crystal Reed, Kevin Durand, Henderson Wade, Jeryl Prescott, and Maria Sten also star. “Ash vs. Evil Dead” writer Mark Verheiden and IT co-writer Gary Dauberman penned the series’ script. As far as

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 18, 2019
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Is “Swamp Thing” And DC Universe Dead?

The last time we reported on DC Universe’s “Swamp Thing” was set to premiere in May. Now, troubling news is being reported by Star New Online. According to the outlet, production on the James Wan-produced series has been shut down early, leaving the series’ future hanging in the balance. Star reports, “The currently in-production project is being shut down earlier than expected as its producer, Warner Bros., evaluates the future of its DC Universe streaming service, on which the series was scheduled to premiere on May 31, according to several sources within the local industry.” They went on to say, “Local crew members were notified of the unexplained development Tuesday night, and were told the project would wrap production on episode 10 then halt as writers and producers rewrite an ending. Initially, the show was scheduled to film 13 episodes through May.” Cutting the season short? Rewrites? That doesn’t sound good for “Swamp Thing” and its stars, Jennifer Beals, Virginia

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 17, 2019
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The DC Universe Is Headed Towards A Zombie Apocalypse With “DCeased”

News has now come that the DC Universe is about to have a zombie apocalypse. DC announced today, “DCeased” their six-issue miniseries. Clever name isn’t it? The comic series will be written by Tom Taylor (X-Men: Red) who is teaming up with artists Trevor Hairsine (Red Hoos and the Outlaws) and Stefan Gaudiano of “The Walking Dead”, along with James Harren, and Rain Beredo (Marvel Knights). “A mysterious techno-virus has been released on Earth, infecting 600 million people and turning them instantly into violent, monstrous engines of destruction. The heroes of the DCU are caught completely unprepared for a pandemic of this magnitude and struggle to save their loved ones first…but what happens to the World’s Greatest Heroes if the world ends?” “DCeased” hits shelves on May 1, 2019.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 21, 2019
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The First Look At The Upcoming “Swamp Thing” Series Takes Us To The Swamp

Producer James Wan has shared the first look at the upcoming “Swamp Thing” series directed by Len Wiseman (Underworld). The first image features two if the series’ stars Andy Bean and Crystal Reed on the set. The second Instagram post from Wan is a behind-the-scenes look at the swamp. Based on the DC characters created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson, the series is written by “Ash vs. Evil Dead” writer Mark Verheiden and IT co-writer Gary Dauberman. Jennifer Beals, Virginia Madsen, Ian Ziering, Will Patton, Andy Bean, Crystal Reed, Kevin Durand, Henderson Wade, Jeryl Prescott, and Maria Sten star. Derek Mears plays the role of Swamp Thing and will be wearing a practical effects suit. The series centers on “CDC researcher Abby Arcane. When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 29, 2018
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Kevin Durand Set To Play Villain In DC’s “Swamp Thing”

The cast of James Wan’s DC series “Swamp Thing” continues to grow. Today, Kevin Durand has joined the cast that already includes Candyman’s Virginia Madsen, along with Crystal Reed, Jeryl Prescott, Jennifer Beals, Maria Sten, and Crystal Reed, with Friday the 13th‘s Derek Mears playing the title character based on the comic created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson. Durand has been cast as Jason Woodtrue, who is described as a brilliant but prickly “genius who is a biogeneticist without equal and he knows it. Brought in to study the unique properties of a small-town Louisiana swamp, Woodrue becomes fixated on unlocking the potential contained within — leading to tragic and monstrous consequences.” Woodtrue is also known as the super-villain Floronic Man aka Floro aka the Seeder, part human, part plant. Also referred to as “Plant Master” the character made his first appearance in The Atom #1 back in 1962. Written by Mark Verheiden and Gary Dauberman, the series follows

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 12, 2018
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“Walking Dead” Actress Joins “Swamp Thing”

DC’s upcoming “Swamp Thing” continues to add cast for the James Wan-produced series. The latest addition is “The Walking Dead” actress Jeryl Prescott who is set to play Madame Xanadu, a blind fortune teller with a mysterious past, Deadline reports. Prescott joins the previously announced cast that includes Jennifer Beals, Maria Sten, and Crystal Reed. Friday the 13th‘s Derek Mears is playing the title character. The series is based on the comic created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson. “Ash vs. Evil Dead” writer Mark Verheiden and Gary Dauberman (IT) are writing the script. “Swamp Thing” “centers on CDC researcher Abby Arcane. When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her. But as powerful forces descend on Houma, intent on exploiting the swamp’s mysterious properties for their own purposes, Abby will discover that

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 28, 2018
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“Gotham” Star Joins James Wan’s “Swamp Thing”

James Wan‘s “Swamp Thing” series has begun casting. The first actress to join the cast is “Gotham” star Crystal Reed, who will play Abby Arcane, the love interest of Swamp Thing. The series, based on the DC comic created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson, is penned by “Ash vs. Evil Dead” writer Mark Verheiden and IT co-writer Gary Dauberman. Underworld director Lin Wiseman will direct the pilot episode. “Swamp Thing” centers on CDC researcher Abby Arcane. When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her. But as powerful forces descend on Houma, intent on exploiting the swamp’s mysterious properties for their own purposes, Abby will discover that the swamp holds mystical secrets, both horrifying and wondrous — and the potential love of her life may not be dead after all. Verheiden and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 7, 2018
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James Wan Bringing Swamp Thing To Life For New Series

DC’s upcoming digital service, named DC Universe, has ordered a script-to-series order for “Swamp Thing”, based on the comic character created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson, Deadline is reporting. The project is from horror-heavy-hitter James Wan’s Atomic Monster, the same company behind The Conjuring universe which also includes The Nun and the Annabelle franchise. Wan also co-created Saw and the Insidious franchise. “Swamp Thing” is written by Mark Verheiden, who also penned the scripts for the “Ash vs. Evil Dead” series that just ended after its third season. Gary Dauberman, the writer behind Stephen King’s IT, is co-writing the series. That’s one hell of a team! Dauberman and Verheiden will serve as executive producers along with James Wan’s Atomic Monster, Michael Clear, and Rob Hackett. “Swamp Thing” is aiming for a 2019 premiere on DC Universe, which will be launched later this year.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 2, 2018

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DC Universe Cancels Swamp Thing Following Premiere

Just one week after its premiere, DC Universe has already canceled its series adaptation of “Swamp Thing”. The news comes as no surprise seeing that filming was cut short before all of the planned episodes for its first season could be made. “Swamp Thing” centers on CDC researcher Abby Arcane (Reed). When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her. But as powerful forces descend on Houma, intent on exploiting the swamp’s mysterious properties for their own purposes, Abby will discover that the swamp holds mystical secrets, both horrifying and wondrous — and the potential love of her life may not be dead after all.” The James Wan produced series also stars Derek Mears who plays the role of Swamp Thing, Crystal Reed, Jennifer Beals, Virginia Madsen, Will Patton, Kevin Durand, Ian Ziering,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 7, 2019
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New “Swamp Thing” Trailer Introduces IT: Chapter Two’s Andy Bean

The “Swamp Thing” series is heading to the DC Universe streaming service later this month. Today, we’ve got a new teaser that introduces Alec Holland, played by Andy Bean, who becomes Swamp Thing. Bean also stars in the IT: Chapter Two. “Swamp Thing” centers on CDC researcher Abby Arcane (Reed). When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her. But as powerful forces descend on Houma, intent on exploiting the swamp’s mysterious properties for their own purposes, Abby will discover that the swamp holds mystical secrets, both horrifying and wondrous — and the potential love of her life may not be dead after all.” The James Wan produced series also stars Derek Mears who plays the role of Swamp Thing, Crystal Reed, Jennifer Beals, Virginia Madsen, Will Patton, Kevin Durand, Ian Ziering, Henderson

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 17, 2019
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“Swamp Thing” Emerges From The Muck In First Teaser

Earlier today we reported that “Swamp Thing” was in jeopardy as is the streaming network DC Universe. The series, originally set to feature 13 episodes has been cut down to 10 with rewrites ordered. The studio suddenly halted production before the last 3 episodes could be filmed. Within the past few hours, DC Universe has released a teaser trailer for “Swamp Thing” which I imagine was to boost fans’ interest along with giving fans confidence. The first teaser gives us our first look at Swamp Thing, played by Derek Mears (Friday the 13th (2009), Men in Black II), and he looks a lot like the comic book character he was based on by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson. Jennifer Beals, Virginia Madsen, Ian Ziering, Will Patton, Andy Bean, Crystal Reed, Kevin Durand, Henderson Wade, Jeryl Prescott, and Maria Sten also star. “Ash vs. Evil Dead” writer Mark Verheiden and IT co-writer Gary Dauberman penned the series’ script. As far as

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 18, 2019
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Is “Swamp Thing” And DC Universe Dead?

The last time we reported on DC Universe’s “Swamp Thing” was set to premiere in May. Now, troubling news is being reported by Star New Online. According to the outlet, production on the James Wan-produced series has been shut down early, leaving the series’ future hanging in the balance. Star reports, “The currently in-production project is being shut down earlier than expected as its producer, Warner Bros., evaluates the future of its DC Universe streaming service, on which the series was scheduled to premiere on May 31, according to several sources within the local industry.” They went on to say, “Local crew members were notified of the unexplained development Tuesday night, and were told the project would wrap production on episode 10 then halt as writers and producers rewrite an ending. Initially, the show was scheduled to film 13 episodes through May.” Cutting the season short? Rewrites? That doesn’t sound good for “Swamp Thing” and its stars, Jennifer Beals, Virginia

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 17, 2019
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The DC Universe Is Headed Towards A Zombie Apocalypse With “DCeased”

News has now come that the DC Universe is about to have a zombie apocalypse. DC announced today, “DCeased” their six-issue miniseries. Clever name isn’t it? The comic series will be written by Tom Taylor (X-Men: Red) who is teaming up with artists Trevor Hairsine (Red Hoos and the Outlaws) and Stefan Gaudiano of “The Walking Dead”, along with James Harren, and Rain Beredo (Marvel Knights). “A mysterious techno-virus has been released on Earth, infecting 600 million people and turning them instantly into violent, monstrous engines of destruction. The heroes of the DCU are caught completely unprepared for a pandemic of this magnitude and struggle to save their loved ones first…but what happens to the World’s Greatest Heroes if the world ends?” “DCeased” hits shelves on May 1, 2019.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 21, 2019
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The First Look At The Upcoming “Swamp Thing” Series Takes Us To The Swamp

Producer James Wan has shared the first look at the upcoming “Swamp Thing” series directed by Len Wiseman (Underworld). The first image features two if the series’ stars Andy Bean and Crystal Reed on the set. The second Instagram post from Wan is a behind-the-scenes look at the swamp. Based on the DC characters created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson, the series is written by “Ash vs. Evil Dead” writer Mark Verheiden and IT co-writer Gary Dauberman. Jennifer Beals, Virginia Madsen, Ian Ziering, Will Patton, Andy Bean, Crystal Reed, Kevin Durand, Henderson Wade, Jeryl Prescott, and Maria Sten star. Derek Mears plays the role of Swamp Thing and will be wearing a practical effects suit. The series centers on “CDC researcher Abby Arcane. When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 29, 2018
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Kevin Durand Set To Play Villain In DC’s “Swamp Thing”

The cast of James Wan’s DC series “Swamp Thing” continues to grow. Today, Kevin Durand has joined the cast that already includes Candyman’s Virginia Madsen, along with Crystal Reed, Jeryl Prescott, Jennifer Beals, Maria Sten, and Crystal Reed, with Friday the 13th‘s Derek Mears playing the title character based on the comic created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson. Durand has been cast as Jason Woodtrue, who is described as a brilliant but prickly “genius who is a biogeneticist without equal and he knows it. Brought in to study the unique properties of a small-town Louisiana swamp, Woodrue becomes fixated on unlocking the potential contained within — leading to tragic and monstrous consequences.” Woodtrue is also known as the super-villain Floronic Man aka Floro aka the Seeder, part human, part plant. Also referred to as “Plant Master” the character made his first appearance in The Atom #1 back in 1962. Written by Mark Verheiden and Gary Dauberman, the series follows

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 12, 2018
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“Walking Dead” Actress Joins “Swamp Thing”

DC’s upcoming “Swamp Thing” continues to add cast for the James Wan-produced series. The latest addition is “The Walking Dead” actress Jeryl Prescott who is set to play Madame Xanadu, a blind fortune teller with a mysterious past, Deadline reports. Prescott joins the previously announced cast that includes Jennifer Beals, Maria Sten, and Crystal Reed. Friday the 13th‘s Derek Mears is playing the title character. The series is based on the comic created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson. “Ash vs. Evil Dead” writer Mark Verheiden and Gary Dauberman (IT) are writing the script. “Swamp Thing” “centers on CDC researcher Abby Arcane. When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her. But as powerful forces descend on Houma, intent on exploiting the swamp’s mysterious properties for their own purposes, Abby will discover that

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 28, 2018
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“Gotham” Star Joins James Wan’s “Swamp Thing”

James Wan‘s “Swamp Thing” series has begun casting. The first actress to join the cast is “Gotham” star Crystal Reed, who will play Abby Arcane, the love interest of Swamp Thing. The series, based on the DC comic created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson, is penned by “Ash vs. Evil Dead” writer Mark Verheiden and IT co-writer Gary Dauberman. Underworld director Lin Wiseman will direct the pilot episode. “Swamp Thing” centers on CDC researcher Abby Arcane. When she returns to her childhood home of Houma, Louisiana, in order to investigate a deadly swamp-borne virus, she develops a surprising bond with scientist Alec Holland — only to have him tragically taken from her. But as powerful forces descend on Houma, intent on exploiting the swamp’s mysterious properties for their own purposes, Abby will discover that the swamp holds mystical secrets, both horrifying and wondrous — and the potential love of her life may not be dead after all. Verheiden and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 7, 2018
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James Wan Bringing Swamp Thing To Life For New Series

DC’s upcoming digital service, named DC Universe, has ordered a script-to-series order for “Swamp Thing”, based on the comic character created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson, Deadline is reporting. The project is from horror-heavy-hitter James Wan’s Atomic Monster, the same company behind The Conjuring universe which also includes The Nun and the Annabelle franchise. Wan also co-created Saw and the Insidious franchise. “Swamp Thing” is written by Mark Verheiden, who also penned the scripts for the “Ash vs. Evil Dead” series that just ended after its third season. Gary Dauberman, the writer behind Stephen King’s IT, is co-writing the series. That’s one hell of a team! Dauberman and Verheiden will serve as executive producers along with James Wan’s Atomic Monster, Michael Clear, and Rob Hackett. “Swamp Thing” is aiming for a 2019 premiere on DC Universe, which will be launched later this year.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 2, 2018
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