'Iron Man' to 'X-Files 2'
March 4, 2008
Here's the first part of ICv2's annual survey of cinematic merchandising opportunities.
Writers Should Do Better
February 27, 2008
Michael Breakfield of Lone Star Comics in Arlington , Texas , has noticed profanity showing up more frequently in mainstream comics and thinks writers should express themselves in other ways.
Thursday, February 28th
February 24, 2008
Marvel has announced that a new Iron Man trailer will debut during ABC's Lost on Thursday.
Scribes Could Scuttle '09
February 19, 2008
Marvel reported stellar fourth quarter earnings and a strong overall performance in 2007 driven largely by licensing revenues.
Sales Estimates for January Based on Diamond Indexes and Publisher Title Data
March 3, 2008
These are estimates of the sales on graphic novels by Diamond U.S. to comic specialty stores during January 2008.
To DVD
February 14, 2008
A 66-minute animated feature launching the new Speed Racer cartoon will be out on DVD on May 6th.
For High-End Figures Based on Comics & Movies
February 12, 2008
Kotobukiya and Marvel have announced a multi-year, worldwide licensing agreement for a wide range of high-end collectibles.
Board Games Up, TCGs Down
February 10, 2008
Hasbro, the nation's second largest toymaker, posted strong earnings for 2007 with sales boosted by a 78% increase in the 'boys' toys' category.
Sarah Connor Chronicles Biggest Property
February 3, 2008
Two comic-based movies, Iron Man and Wanted , will benefit from ads run during the Super Bowl, but the biggest ad campaign for a pop culture property was for a TV series.
Burger King, Audi, 7/11, & LG Mobile
January 14, 2008
Marvel Entertainment and its distribution partner Paramount have finalized four major promotional deals for Iron Man.
