The artist of Marvel's missing-in-action series talks about his WW2-era one-shot "The Twelve: Spearhead" as well as when fans will see the completion of he and J. Michael Straczynski's displaced superhero opus.

Actor Hugo Weaving, best known as Agent Smith in "The Matrix" is in negotiations to play Captain America's archnemesis The Red Skull in Marvel's "The First Avenger: Captain America." The title role is still to be cast.

Courtesy of Marvel Comics, CBR brings you advance looks at new comics on sale next Wednesday, March 17, including "Dark Avengers" #15, "Hercules: Fall of an Avenger" #1, "Siege" #3, the return of Doop in "Nation X" #4, and many more!

Michael Moorcock is one science fiction writer who is no stranger to music, having had an association with the pyschedelic band Hawkwind in the 1960s. He recently offered a list of the music he listens to while writing and it is as eclectic as his own stories. There are other examples of music and science fiction crossing over. IO9 wrote recently about the sort of science-fiction themed background music that was penned in the 60s and 70s that made its way into countless TV shows and movies. It was avante-garde stuff then and it almost sounds contemporary today. Even today, science fiction continues to inspire musicians. like this band which cites The Prisoner as its biggest influence. On that note, I'll sign off with this link to an online Prisoner graphic novel that was created to coincide with the recent AMC remake.

We spoke with James Robinson and Sterling Gates about the four-issue weekly series coming in May and also share their thoughts about Straczynski taking the reins on "Superman" with #701.

When the iPad launches in the United States, the media slate's highly organized e-book app will feature "Comics & Graphic Novels" among its top-tier categories. ROBOT 6 has details.

First Second Books' editorial team takes CBR on a tour of their Spring slate from the new adventure by "Prince of Persia's" Jordan Mechner to historical tales of fanboy spy smashers and much more.

CBR News spoke with writer Jai Nitz to get the inside story on Dynamite Entertainment's upcoming "Kato Origins: Way of the Ninja" series which aims to flesh out the classic Green Hornet sidekick's story.

A ROBOT 6 reader checked in to feature his collection, post-8.8 earthquake, showing a good-natured reaction to the tragedy while offering ideas on how comic fans can help in the Chilean relief effort.

Guest stars aplenty and a role in an upcoming Marvel event are in the cards for the lunar-themed vigilante, but as writer Gregg Hurwitz explained, Moon Knight may easily crack under the pressure of a superhero career.

James Hunt reviews "DEMO" #2 and gives it a rare 5-star review, saying of Brian Wood and Becky Cloonan's collaboration, "The results are far better, and more re-readable than virtually anything else on the shelves."

Courtesy of Marvel Comics, CBR presents an exclusive preview of "Hulk" #21, featuring the latest chapter in "Fall of the Hulks" as presented by Jeph Loeb and Ed McGuinness. The issue smashes into stores next Wednesday, March 17.

CBR continues its discussions with "Serenity's" new crew, as we spoke with writer Zack Whedon about the upcoming Dark Horse graphic novel that will lay bare the truth about the mysterious Shepherd Book.

The writer who ushered in the end of Tim Drake's solo run as Batman's sidekick returns to the character with June's "Red Robin" #13, planning on moral dilemmas and a Red Robin rogue's gallery.

The writer behind the indie hit "Stuff of Legend" gears up for a second volume launch on Free Comic Book Day and teases his adaptation of the hot YA series "Mortal Instruments" and a Superman tale.

Marvel introduces Fortress to the swelling roster of students enrolled in this June's "Avengers Academy" via a new teaser image. The series launches in June from the creative team of Christos Gage and Mike McKone.

Insider report from the set of "Thor"! SXSW Panel to feature "Kick-Ass"! "Smallville" news and photo round-up! Also, "Spider-Man" musical loses Mary Jane, "Tron" on the monorail, "Prince of Persia" and more.

"Blackest Night" #7 leads direct market in a weak February! More on Fantagraphics' manga line and First Second's webcomics! San Diego's love-hate relationship with Comic-Con! Plus more!

"Blackest Night" #7 leads direct market in a weak February! More on Fantagraphics' manga line and First Second's webcomics! San Diego's love-hate relationship with Comic-Con! Plus much more!