George Marston

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George Marston: George Marston is a media critic and journalist who has specialized in superheroes and comics for nearly two decades. Along with focusing on comics and superhero media at Newsarama, George has honed a critical voice exploring TV, movies, and video games with bylines at Total Film, SFX Magazine Online, Space.com, GamesRadar+, and more. During George's time at Newsarama, the site received the 2020 Tripwire award for Best Comics-related Website / Publication. (They/Them)

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Marvel had a big summer 2026 crossover event with the X-Men and Avengers comics, but plans changed
Marvel scrapped its X-Men/Avengers crossover after major publishing changes, and turned it into this fall's DNX.
July 10, 2026
George Marston
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A Batman: Year One prequel focused on Jim Gordon's unwritten past as a Chicago cop is something Frank Miller has an idea for
After the new DKR spinoff on Carrie Kelly's Robin, how about a Batman: Year One prequel with Jim Gordon?
July 10, 2026
George Marston
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Stranger Things co-creator Matt Duffer is trying to "disconnect" himself from the show while working on new projects
The Duffer brothers are moving on from Stranger Things after almost 10 years working solely on the show
June 22, 2026
George Marston
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Vision actor Paul Bettany says VisionQuest will conclude the "trilogy of sorts" that began with WandaVisionVisionQuest is "the end" of this chapter of Wanda and Vision's relationship, says Marvel's Paul Bettany
Vision actor Paul Bettany says the show is a "huge" swing and "the end to a trilogy of sorts" with WandaVision and Agatha All Along
June 19, 2026
George Marston
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The Duffer brothers didn't know Stranger Things was a massive success until Deadpool and Wolverine director Shawn Levy told them the response was "not normal"
Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer didn't get quite how popular the show actually was when other filmmakers assured them it was something special
June 18, 2026
George Marston
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Jim Lee says DC has special "safeguards" because he’s effectively his own boss, even when he's drawing for an editor who reports to him
As both an executive and a comics artist, DC publisher Jim Lee has enacted precautions to prevent a conflict of interest
June 18, 2026
George Marston
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Vision actor Paul Bettany reflects on the impact his most famous line from WandaVision has had on fans
"What is grief but love persevering?" is WandaVision's most famous line, and Vision actor Paul Bettany says perfecting it took a lot of work
June 18, 2026
George Marston
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Is there too much superhero content? DC Comics' boss Jim Lee thinks so
DC president, publisher, and chief creative officer Jim Lee says that having too many superhero media options can make fans value it less
June 17, 2026
George Marston
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Stranger Things creators the Duffer brothers name the '80s horror franchise they'd reboot (and it's got a lot in common with their show)
Stranger Things pays homage to a whole slew of '80s horror movies, but there's just one classic franchise the series creators would like to tackle
June 17, 2026
George Marston
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Marvel's Paul Bettany was cast in a key role in an Oscar winning film, then unceremoniously recast - and he calls it "amazing"
Actor Paul Bettany says he "learned an amazing lesson" about how easily someone can lose a role they've been promised when he was fired from Braveheart
June 17, 2026
George Marston
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Marvel says there’s still hope for some of its most famous unfinished comics, like Iron Man director Jon Favreau's Iron Man comic with Adi Granov
Marvel's Tom Brevoort says that in the fullness of time, "everything" sees print, even notoriously unpublished comics
June 17, 2026
George Marston
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Sorry, Outlander fans: producers won't share the alternate series endings that were filmed
Multiple endings were filmed for the series finale of Outlander in order to maintain the surprise, but the producers says there's only one we'll ever see
June 16, 2026
George Marston
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Stranger Things creators joke that they'll reveal the truth of Eleven's fate in 20 years, like the ending of The Sopranos
Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer have set a timeline for when they'll reveal the truth of whether Eleven lives or dies, but we'll be waiting 20 years
June 16, 2026
George Marston
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Vision actor Paul Bettany says the Russo bros told him to improvise his Avengers: Infinity War death scene on the spot
Paul Bettany says Avengers: Infinity War directors Joe and Anthony Russo had him wing it when it came time to film his death scene, and he wasn't sure he nailed it
June 16, 2026
George Marston
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Outlander producers had a good reason for killing off a fan favorite character instead of the one who dies in the books
Outlander made a big change from the original books by switching up a major death, and the producers says it all comes down to the impact it has on fans
June 15, 2026
George Marston
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Stranger Things creators the Duffer brothers reveal the actor who passed on the role of Hopper before David Harbour was cast
David Harbour was the second choice for Chief Hopper in Stranger Things, and the show's creators have finally named the actor who said no
June 15, 2026
George Marston
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VisionQuest star Paul Bettany says James Spader is "delicious" as Ultron in the upcoming Marvel show
James Spader is returning as Ultron in VisionQuest after more than 10 years away, and Vision actor Paul Bettany says it's worth the wait
June 15, 2026
George Marston
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Jim Lee explains how his depiction of Batman has evolved over the yearsJim Lee says he no longer follows his old rules for drawing Batman
Jim Lee once had "immutable" rules when it comes to drawing Batman, but now it's all about "variety"
June 15, 2026
George Marston
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Marvel says there’s more to its universe than Avengers, X-Men, and Spider-Man... but it has to excite people beyond just the initial return
Marvel is always open to "experimental" ideas that focus on lesser known characters, says editor Tom Brevoort
June 15, 2026
George Marston
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Absolute Carrie Kelley and Absolute Damian Wayne are going to be "kind of tricky"... but Absolute Batman boss Scott Snyder says he has thoughts & ideas
Carrie Kelley & Damian Wayne is coming to Absolute Batman, according to Scott Snyder
June 15, 2026
Chris Arrant
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Jim Lee says his X-Men run and Marvel era was a dream he can never re-experience (although he wishes he could)
Decades after his fan favorite run, Jim Lee is still synonymous with the X-Men, and he still looks back fondly
June 12, 2026
George Marston
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The two most-requested Absolute Batman characters aren't who you think: it's Condiment King and Crazy Quilt, says Scott Snyder
With most of Batman's top enemies already being adapted into Absolute Batman, writer Scott Snyder reveals the most demanded character, and the hardest to bring in
June 12, 2026
George Marston
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Stranger Things creators say Will's coming out scene was almost in season 4 but they felt they hadn't "earned it"
Will Byers evolved a lot over the course of five seasons of Stranger Things, but the show's creators waited till the final season to give him one of his biggest moments
June 12, 2026
George Marston
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DC's first Absolute Universe crossover will bring in many more heroes than just Superman, Batman, and Wonder WomanDC’s first Absolute crossover will introduce a wave of new heroes and villains, according to Scott Snyder
The first big crossover event of DC's Absolute Universe will expand the roster of characters with all new additions to help take on an evil version of the Justice League
June 10, 2026
George Marston
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Jim Lee talks about the difference between western superhero comics and mangaSuperheroes are rooted in a distinctly American power fantasy that's now gone global, according to Jim Lee
DC publisher Jim Lee has a strong perspective on the difference between western superhero comics and manga
June 10, 2026
George Marston
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Vision actor Paul Bettany says he's pretty sure he'll be in Avengers: Doomsday or Secret Wars, but Marvel could change their plans at any moment
Is Paul Bettany's Vision in Avengers: Doomsday or Avengers: Secret Wars? The actor says he "thinks so"
June 10, 2026
George Marston
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Netflix's Stranger Things spin-off is making progress with all new characters and a new story, but "no one wants to make it just to make it"
Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer share some details about the show's upcoming spin-off, including whether it will return to Hawkins
June 10, 2026
George Marston
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The connection between Marvel Comics and the MCU is "common sense" says Marvel's Tom BrevoortMarvel’s top editor says the relationship between Marvel Comics and the MCU is more complicated than fans realize
The synergy between Marvel Comics and the MCU is obvious, but Marvel editor Tom Brevoort says the connections aren't as cut-and-dried as some fans think
June 10, 2026
George Marston
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Marvel '90s trading cards are back in the form of a book from Dark Horse that collects their classic artMarvel’s iconic ’90s trading card art is finally getting the coffee table book it deserves
Marvel and Dark Horse are partnering to bring back the Marvel Universe cards as a book, with some behind-the-scenes secrets.
June 09, 2026
George Marston
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Jim Lee says "everyone's human" when it comes to the hurt caused by negative criticismThe secret to surviving fandom criticism (both bad and good), according to DC boss (and superstar artist) Jim Lee
Jim Lee is a legend in the comic industry, but when it comes to negative comments, he says it can still hurt
June 09, 2026
George Marston
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Marvel's Tom Brevoort says the X-Men line is a totally different beast than his old Avengers stomping groundEven Marvel’s X-Men editor says the mutant line is a "weird fit" for him
Tom Brevoort says one thing makes editing the X-Men far more complicated than the Avengers.
June 09, 2026
George Marston
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Scott Snyder has some advice for people writing horror comics like the upcoming Marvel Midnight lineSome advice for Marvel's Midnight line, from DC's Absolute architect (and American Vampire writer) Scott Snyder
Why Scott Snyder believes Marvel Midnight should be built around today’s anxieties.
June 08, 2026
George Marston
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Doctor Who showrunner Russell T. Davies begs not to play the theme song at his funeral
Doctor Who showrunner Russell T. Davies will be long remembered for his work on the show, but please: don't play the theme song at his memorial service
June 02, 2026
George Marston
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Superman Returns star Brandon Routh says if his Superman had kept going, he'd want him to be part of the Justice League
Superman Returns star Brandon Routh would've liked to see his version of the Man of Steel join the Justice League
June 02, 2026
George Marston
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The Flash star Grant Gustin says Spider-Man is the only other superhero he could play, and Peter Parker and Barry Allen would be "besties"
DC's Scarlet Speedster and Marvel's Friendly Neighborhood hero? They'd be besties, says TV's Barry Allen.
June 01, 2026
George Marston
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Doctor Who's Russell T. Davies enjoys Heated Rivalry, but don't count out his own Queer as Folk
Queer as Folk creator Russell T. Davies loves Heated Rivalry, but doesn't like when fans say his show "walked so Heated Rivalry could run"
June 01, 2026
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Marvel had a big summer 2026 crossover event with the X-Men and Avengers comics, but plans changed

A Batman: Year One prequel focused on Jim Gordon's unwritten past as a Chicago cop is something Frank Miller has an idea for

Stranger Things co-creator Matt Duffer is trying to "disconnect" himself from the show while working on new projects

Vision actor Paul Bettany says VisionQuest will conclude the "trilogy of sorts" that began with WandaVisionVisionQuest is "the end" of this chapter of Wanda and Vision's relationship, says Marvel's Paul Bettany

The Duffer brothers didn't know Stranger Things was a massive success until Deadpool and Wolverine director Shawn Levy told them the response was "not normal"

Jim Lee says DC has special "safeguards" because he’s effectively his own boss, even when he's drawing for an editor who reports to him

Vision actor Paul Bettany reflects on the impact his most famous line from WandaVision has had on fans

Is there too much superhero content? DC Comics' boss Jim Lee thinks so

Stranger Things creators the Duffer brothers name the '80s horror franchise they'd reboot (and it's got a lot in common with their show)

Marvel's Paul Bettany was cast in a key role in an Oscar winning film, then unceremoniously recast - and he calls it "amazing"

Marvel says there’s still hope for some of its most famous unfinished comics, like Iron Man director Jon Favreau's Iron Man comic with Adi Granov

Sorry, Outlander fans: producers won't share the alternate series endings that were filmed

Stranger Things creators joke that they'll reveal the truth of Eleven's fate in 20 years, like the ending of The Sopranos

Vision actor Paul Bettany says the Russo bros told him to improvise his Avengers: Infinity War death scene on the spot

Outlander producers had a good reason for killing off a fan favorite character instead of the one who dies in the books

Stranger Things creators the Duffer brothers reveal the actor who passed on the role of Hopper before David Harbour was cast

VisionQuest star Paul Bettany says James Spader is "delicious" as Ultron in the upcoming Marvel show

Jim Lee explains how his depiction of Batman has evolved over the yearsJim Lee says he no longer follows his old rules for drawing Batman

Marvel says there’s more to its universe than Avengers, X-Men, and Spider-Man... but it has to excite people beyond just the initial return

Absolute Carrie Kelley and Absolute Damian Wayne are going to be "kind of tricky"... but Absolute Batman boss Scott Snyder says he has thoughts & ideas

Jim Lee says his X-Men run and Marvel era was a dream he can never re-experience (although he wishes he could)

The two most-requested Absolute Batman characters aren't who you think: it's Condiment King and Crazy Quilt, says Scott Snyder

Stranger Things creators say Will's coming out scene was almost in season 4 but they felt they hadn't "earned it"

DC's first Absolute Universe crossover will bring in many more heroes than just Superman, Batman, and Wonder WomanDC’s first Absolute crossover will introduce a wave of new heroes and villains, according to Scott Snyder

Jim Lee talks about the difference between western superhero comics and mangaSuperheroes are rooted in a distinctly American power fantasy that's now gone global, according to Jim Lee

Vision actor Paul Bettany says he's pretty sure he'll be in Avengers: Doomsday or Secret Wars, but Marvel could change their plans at any moment

Netflix's Stranger Things spin-off is making progress with all new characters and a new story, but "no one wants to make it just to make it"

The connection between Marvel Comics and the MCU is "common sense" says Marvel's Tom BrevoortMarvel’s top editor says the relationship between Marvel Comics and the MCU is more complicated than fans realize

Marvel '90s trading cards are back in the form of a book from Dark Horse that collects their classic artMarvel’s iconic ’90s trading card art is finally getting the coffee table book it deserves

Jim Lee says "everyone's human" when it comes to the hurt caused by negative criticismThe secret to surviving fandom criticism (both bad and good), according to DC boss (and superstar artist) Jim Lee

Marvel's Tom Brevoort says the X-Men line is a totally different beast than his old Avengers stomping groundEven Marvel’s X-Men editor says the mutant line is a "weird fit" for him

Scott Snyder has some advice for people writing horror comics like the upcoming Marvel Midnight lineSome advice for Marvel's Midnight line, from DC's Absolute architect (and American Vampire writer) Scott Snyder

Doctor Who showrunner Russell T. Davies begs not to play the theme song at his funeral

Superman Returns star Brandon Routh says if his Superman had kept going, he'd want him to be part of the Justice League

The Flash star Grant Gustin says Spider-Man is the only other superhero he could play, and Peter Parker and Barry Allen would be "besties"

Doctor Who's Russell T. Davies enjoys Heated Rivalry, but don't count out his own Queer as Folk