Crisis of Infinite Episodes - Deadman: Gravefitti

With this final entry, Deadman joins Batman of Shanghai, Wonder Woman, and Amethyst as a perfect series of animated shorts. Like these other series, Deadman brought its own unique style and charm to create a whole world around the hero in just a few minutes of colorful screen time. The world of Deadman may never be explored, but if ever we return to this domain, I will be on board.

Crisis of Infinite Episodes - Deadman: Deadman Date

Deadman continues to be charming in his second outing. I love the transition from black white and gloomy to vivid and colorful as Deadman possesses those around him. Keep 'em coming.

Crisis of Infinite Episodes - Deadman: Deadman Catch

Although I never would have used the adjective to describe him before, Deadman is adorable - at least in this gem of a short. I also love his sidekick raven and the way the world turns to color when  he is possessing someone. This short proves that there is room for cute takes on characters that aren't lame. I can't wait to see what the other two Deadman shorts have up their ghostly sleeves.

Onscreen History of Deadman

Not to be confused with Dick Grayson's Pa of the the Flying Graysons, Boston Brand AKA Deadman similarly met his demise during a trapeze themed murder. The hero made his print debut in 1967's Strange Adventures #205.

Counting Down the Most Anticipated Superhero Shows of 2012 (11-19)

Although the sun is setting on 2011, one of the most prolific years ever for superhero shows, 2012 aims to raise the bar even higher. Not only are massive amounts of new shows planned for the upcoming year, but the A-listers are being tapped. While Wolverine and Superman, both originally planned for 2012 releases, scurried off to less crowded pastures, 2012 still promises to be plenty busy. And though any superhero show may at least offer a hint of promise, I can't be super excited for all of them. Here is the ranking of my anticipation for announced shows planned to debut in the upcoming year:

Will Deadman be DOA on the CW?

 

In what has become an annual tradition, the CW has announced development of a series based on a DC Comics superhero.  As first reported by Deadline, Supernatural’s Eric Kripke has been charged with producing the hourlong live-action drama based on the character Deadman.  First appearing in 1967 in the pages of Strange Adventures #205, circus acrobat Boston Brand became Deadman after being murdered during a trapeze performance. In order to obtain justice his spirit was granted the ability possess the living and to correct wrongdoings while tracking down his killer.