Special Look at "Avengers: Age of Ultron" Arrives

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If you're a Marvel fan, Tuesday, October 28 may as well have been your Christmas. After the huge Phase 3 announcement earlier in the day, a new special look at "Avengers: Age of Ultron" arrived during ABC's "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." Take that Hydra!

This new look starts off pretty light and funny when Thor challenges his cronies to lift Mjolnir. Then it turns ominous with the arrival of Ultron and a song from an old Disney film (nicely played) creepily playing in the background.

After the synopsis, check out the two and a half new minutes of awesome. The film opens on May1, 2015.

When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, The Incredible Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and unique global adventure.



-Larissa Mrykalo

Marvel San Diego Comic-Con Recap

BY DAVID BERCK

A lot of things went down at San Diego Comic Con this year. Some people on the floor said it seemed more low key, but there was still plenty of buzz happening. As one of the "big two" in comics, Marvel certainly had a good amount of announcements going on and here's a somewhat brief recap of some of what went on.

For Marvel's cinematic universe, it was announced that Evangeline Lilly will portray Hope Pym, the daughter of Hank Pym (Michael Douglas), in Ant-Man. The movie is starting production this month, which is a little nerve wracking for some of the fandom, but Empire sat down with Marvel movie boss, Kevin Feige, and he reports that everything is fine, pointing to the time table for Iron Man 3 which was much more visually demanding. Corey Stoll was introduced as the villain, Yellowjacket. Interestingly enough, this character had a whole two-issue life span in the comics but is using a hero name that was a popular iteration for Hank Pym as an Avenger.

ABC Primetime Special, 'Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe' Will Offer Exclusive Looks at Upcoming Marvel Films

On Tuesday, March 18 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, you are invited to join not only stars from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but also celebrity fans, filmmakers and pop culture icons for a world premiere primetime event. This exclusive documentary, "Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe," will allow audiences to be "taken further into the Marvel Cinematic Universe than ever before, offering viewers a front row seat to the inception of Marvel Studios, the record-breaking films, the cultural phenomenon, and further expansion of the universe by Marvel Television."

The release offers more details and take note of the exclusive sneak peeks it will offer (hint...a look at "Age of Ultron!"):

Marvel’s first television special documents the exciting story behind Marvel Studios and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, featuring exclusive interviews and behind-the-scenes footage from all of the Marvel films, the Marvel One-Shots and “Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” Viewers will walk a clear path through this amazing and nuanced universe, featuring sneak peeks at the future of “Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” on ABC, new footage from Marvel Studios upcoming theatrical releases, “Captain America: The Winter Solider” and “Guardians of The Galaxy,” and a sneak peek at the upcoming Marvel’s “The Avengers: Age of Ultron.”

The one-hour special airs on ABC on Tuesday, March 18 at 8 p.m. ET.

-Larissa Mrykalo

Stan Lee to Appear on 'Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.'

An exclusive over at The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed what has been speculated upon for weeks. Stan Lee revealed that he will be not only be making an appearance on an episode of ABC's "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." but that it's a "big role." Details on the role or just how big it will be is unclear, but it's being reported that the episode "will most likely air Feb. 4, though that is subject to change."

Lee, who is an executive producer on the series, is known for making "a million cameos" in Marvel films. However, THR reports that he has his first starring role in the animated movie "Stan Lee's Mighty 7," in which he "mentors a group of superheroes while writing about their adventures in comic books." The movie premieres on Hub Network at 8 p.m. February 1.

"Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." airs on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET.

-Larissa Mrykalo

October-list Paranormal Programming

BY LARISSA MRYKALO

Despite many of the fall shows already premiering, October tends to bring on some great paranormal programs. New season previews of “The Walking Dead,” “American Horror Story: Coven” and “Grimm” have been teasing audiences for months and are almost here. Brand new shows such as “Sleepy Hollow” and “The Originals” have already debuted but “Dracula” is lurking in the shadows.

Here is a list of some of the best in paranormal programming for this season...

“Ghost Adventures”
The GAC returned on August 16 and kicked off their eighth season. They recently aired their 100th episode and have a big two-hour Halloween special airing on October 31 at 9 p.m. ET. “Ghost Adventures” airs on the Travel Channel, Fridays at 9 p.m.

“A Haunting”
With only two episodes left in the sixth season, “Black Magic” (Oct. 13) and “Haunted Victorian” (Oct. 20), this Destination America series conveniently airs right before bedtime. Get spooked, Sundays at 10 pm. ET!

“Sleepy Hollow”
Fox's newest hit premiered September 16 and follows Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman in 2013. When the Horseman goes on a killing spree, Crane, who has to adjust to his modern surroundings, partners with Lt. Abbie Mills to fight this dark force. The show was recently renewed for a second season. Watch the remaining episodes on Mondays at 9 p.m. ET on Fox.

Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. teaser trailer and details hit

Been wondering what the new Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. show is going to look like, which spins off movie and sort of has a super hero X-Files?
The Avengers

Yeah, us too. What we know is that Joss Whedon is involved and Agent Phil Coulson (Clark Gregg) is back (#CoulsonLives). And what else do we know? Well, it got a series order for the 2013-14 slate.

Here is a teaser video, along with a description from ABC:

Clark Gregg reprises his role of Agent Phil Coulson from Marvel’s feature films as he assembles a small, highly select group of Agents from the worldwide law-enforcement organization known as S.H.I.E.L.D. Together they investigate the new, the strange, and the unknown across the globe, protecting the ordinary from the extraordinary. Coulson’s team consists of Agent Grant Ward (Brett Dalton), highly trained in combat and espionage, Agent Melinda May (Ming-Na Wen) expert pilot and martial artist, Agent Leo Fitz (Iain De Caestecker); brilliant engineer and Agent Jemma Simmons (Elizabeth Henstridge) genius bio-chemist. Joining them on their journey into mystery is new recruit and computer hacker Skye (Chloe Bennet). From Executive Producers Joss Whedon (“Marvel’s The Avengers,” ”Buffy the Vampire Slayer”); Jed Whedon & Maurissa Tancharoen, “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” pilot co-writers (“Dollhouse,” “Dr.Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog”); Jeffrey Bell (“Angel,” “Alias”); and Jeph Loeb (“Smallville”) comes Marvel’s first TV series. “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” is produced by ABC Studios and Marvel Television.