The Bat Signal: Recent Episodes
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Jeff Sussman is joined by Todd Ryan for a discussion on the latest in superheroes onscreen.
Jeff and Todd rave about Spider-Man: Homecoming. But what will the sequel hold? Rumors swirl about the future of Ben Affleck as the caped crusader. Also, could Indiana Jones work...for real?
Wonder Woman is a huge critical and commercial success, but even more importantly, popular with the fans. Jeff and Todd weigh in. Also, a look ahead at Spider-man: Homecoming.
Jeff and Todd react to the newest trailers for Spider-man: Homecoming. Wonder Woman is poised to do big business, but will it deliver at the box office and please the fans? New details emerge about a director for Man of Steel 2.
THE BAT SIGNAL is back! Season three premiere. Comedian Jeff Sussman welcomes co-host Todd Ryan and other Hollywood insiders as they offer opinions and insight on all things superhero and comic book media.
In the season 2 finale, Jeff and Todd muse about unlikely dirrctors for upcoming Marvel and DC projects. Will Mad Max: Fury Road director George Miller get a crack at a Marvel flick? Also, new information about the future of the Justice League films and Marvel's Phase 3.
Jeff is back from San Diego Comic-Con 2016 with a full wrap-up. Suicide Squad is another flop, but are there redeeming qualities? Todd offers some background on Guardians of the Galaxy. Kurt Russell and Sly Stallone in the sequel gets everyone riled up. Also, the boys are pumped for Wonder Woman, but will it be another massive disappointment from DC films?
Jeff was left cold on Ghostbusters, Todd isn't surprised. Will there be another season of Daredevil on Netflix, or will Defenders take its place? What's up with the Star Wars: Rogue One reshoots? Also, a discussion about Tyler Hoechlin as Superman on Supergirl, and the missed opportunity that could have included Tom Welling.
Todd and Jeff are very impressed with the hugely successful Captain America: Civil War. How does it measure up against Batman V Superman? The guys anticipate X-Men: Apocalypse. Will it continue at the same level of quality as the previous two X-Flicks? Also, a discussion on the casting of Marvel's Phase 3, as well as predictions for who could direct the next Iron Man...did somebody say Mel Gibson?
Jeff and Todd discuss Batman V Superman, loudly. Will Zack Snyder be replaced on Justice League? Suicide Squad will go to reshoots, even after the well received trailers. Why? Also, the Captain America: Civil War trailer gives us the Spider-man we deserve.
Todd and Jeff prepare for the release of Batman V Superman, and they agree on expecting very little. Can it possibly impress? Also, a reaction to Fox's new smash hit, Deadpool.
Kevin Smith hosts a preview of Batman V Superman and some of the new footage impresses - especially Wonder Woman. Todd has theories about the villains of Thor: Ragnarok. Jeff applauds Deadpool for the "comic white" eyes. Also, some thoughts about Lex Luthor - who he is, who he should be, and who he will be in the DCECU.
Todd and Jeff are nuts for Daredevil, but Frank Miller may not agree. The new Deadpool trailer is totally awesome. Can it live up to the expectations? Wonder Woman is underway, and it's shaping up to be a WWI story. Todd sees the possibilities, Jeff likes the horses. Also, Stephen King's The Gunslinger moves close to production. Is Idris Elba the right choice for the role?
Todd and Jeff are reeling a the initial wave of Batman V Superman footage. Could that be the final CGI work on Doomsday? Does Wonder Woman talk? Todd breaks down the difference between what DC is doing and what they should be doing. Jeff likes Olivia Munn, and as usual, X-Men looks pretty cool.
As Todd and Jeff return from hiatus, season 2 continues with a look back at 2015's big screen offerings. How did Ant-Man measure up to Avengers 2: Age of Ultron? Was Fantastic Four a total waste of time? Depends on who you ask. Todd is in love with Jessica Jones, and likes the show, too. Jeff puts the Flash above all. Can Supergirl redeem herself in primetime? Also, when will we get more Batman V Superman footage? Todd doesn't care, Jeff is intrigued.
Jeff and Todd admire Comic-Con from the Chatcave. The footage from Batman V Superman looks cool, but then so do all Zack Snyder trailers. Is it safe to get a little excited? The Deadpool trailer impresses, but Todd calls it try-hard. Jeff ponders Green Lantern and when he'll find his place in the JLA films. Also, was that a Robin costume?
Todd is exasperated about the Batman V Superman teaser. Jeff tries to defend Man of Steel and has a hard time. Ant-Man and phase three of the Marvel universe are imminent. Will Marvel continue to dominate or can DC usher in a new style for the superhero genre? Also, some thoughts on directors for Spider-man, as well as the final rounds of competition for who will don the Spider-tights. The countdown to Comic-Con 2015 continues!
Avengers 2 was overwhelming for Jeff, with Todd appreciating it's comic nods. But it's no match for Mad Max. Why did Michelle McLaren step away from Wonder Woman and what could the film have been. Fantastic Four raises eyebrows, with Todd newly optimistic. With Ant-Man on the horizon, has Marvel given us enough leading into a Comic Con from which they will be absent? Also, a harsh word or two about Supergirl.
Fresh off of a couple of viewings of Netflix's Daredevil, Todd and Jeff agree this is as good as superheroes on screen have gotten. What is in store for season 2? Also, new images for Suicide Squad have Todd wondering who is the Joker, in every sense of the question. Jeff likes Margot Robbie, but is the movie doomed? Also, where do the Avengers go from here? Includes a blessing over the latest Star Wars footage.