When The CW announced that "Crisis on Infinite Earths" will be the title of the next major Arrowverse crossover, they definitely got the attention of comic book lovers everywhere. I mean, not only is it one of DC's biggest and most important storylines ever, but it's something nobody believed would ever be adapted.
For the longest time, fans of Arrow – myself included – have been yearning to see John Diggle put on a Green Lantern ring. Of course, this seemed like merely a pipe dream once he adopted his own superhero identity, that being Spartan, and was also integrated into DC Comics canon.
With Avengers: Endgame now in our rear-view mirror and some of the old guard having moved on, it stands to reason that Marvel Studios are now looking toward a future chock full of other superheroes. Already, the likes of Black Panther and Captain Marvel have proven they're ready to carry the torch in a storytelling sense, not to mention as box office powerhouses.
Aside from his long resume as an actor, if there's anything I've known Arnold Schwarzenegger to be during my time, it's an advocate for children. In addition to starring in some family friendly movies along the way, the former Governator has done his part to make sure people open their hearts to kids in need.
One element about Deadpool's already established movies that is certainly a plus when it comes to his hopeful inclusion in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is that they've pretty much been their own thing. Think about it: there's been no significant overlap with Fox's X-Men flicks, and they've offered different interpretations of Colossus and Juggernaut. That said, Kevin Feige and company could easily import Ryan Reynolds without having to worry about recasting their own D. Piddy. The X-Men as a group, however, will no doubt be rebooted.
Something I've always found appealing as a lover of comic books is whenever heroes are pitted against one of their buddies' villains. In other words, if Batman is locked in battle with Lex Luthor, then you'd better believe my attention is guaranteed.
If any duo creating Batman comics for the current decade could be likened to Denny O'Neil and Neal Adams, I'd have to say it's Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo. After captivating audiences for 51 issues during the days of the New 52, their contributions to the enduring mythos are undeniable. To briefly reiterate, we have these fellas to thank for The Court of Owls, Death of the Family and Endgame, among others.
If you checked out last fall's "Elseworlds" crossover, then you may agree with me in saying it was probably the Arrowverse's best prime time mashup to date. Of course, it's entirely possible for the event to be outdone by "Crisis on Infinite Earths" later this year, but let's not take anything away from this ambitious story arc in the meantime.
When I originally saw Avengers: Endgame in theaters, it didn’t occur to me that “Fat Thor” would catch on in the way it did. Though I remain indifferent about the character being taken in that direction, I must concede that it’s afforded True Believers the opportunity to assemble a much more affordable cosplay than in previous instances, not to mention becoming somewhat of a phenomenon on social media.
Now that Doom Patrol's astonishing inaugural first season is behind us, it's time to start thinking about DC Universe's next offering, that being Swamp Thing. And considering how the Avatar of the Green has laid claim to a cult following for decades, you'd better believe a fair amount of people are looking forward to this one.
