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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
From Watchmen to The Penguin: 6 comic book adaptations that got Emmy nods
Once dismissed as pulp entertainment, comic book adaptations are now garnering Emmy nominations and earning accolades once reserved for historical dramas or high-minded thrillers. This year, HBO's The Penguin has racked up 24 Emmy nominations, joining the ranks of Watchmen and WandaVision. The staggering Emmy nominations for The Penguin cement its place among the most acclaimed comic book adaptations in television history. This HBO Max crime drama, spinning out of Matt Reeves' The Batman, continues a growing tradition of graphic novels and superhero comics being transformed into television. From Alan Moore's deconstructive masterpieces to Marvel's multiversal adventures, comic books have increasingly become a fertile ground for Emmy-winning content. The Penguin stands as the latest example, joining an elite group of adaptations that have successfully transitioned from the four-color pages of comics to the golden statuettes of the Television Academy. The Penguin elevates a classic Batman villain into a complex lead. Unlike most superhero projects that prioritise spectacle, this series leans into the gangster noir roots of Oswald Cobblepot's character, delivering a performance-driven story that clearly resonated with the audience. From searing political allegories to stylistic fever dreams, these adaptations have redefined what superhero storytelling can be. Here are six comic-based shows that have dominated the Emmys. Damon Lindelof's genre-defining sequel to Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' graphic novel reimagined the superhero myth through a razor-sharp lens on race, trauma, and American identity. The series focuses on events surrounding racist violence in present-day Tulsa, Oklahoma. A white supremacist group called the Seventh Kavalry has taken up arms against the Tulsa Police Department because of perceived racial injustices, causing the police to conceal their identities with masks to prevent the Seventh Kavalry from targeting them in their homes following the 'White Night'. Regina King's powerhouse performance as Angela Abar, aka Sister Night, led a cast that walked the tightrope between surrealism and social realism. With 26 nominations and 11 wins, including Outstanding Limited Series, Watchmen made an impact on the jury and audience. Marvel Studios' first foray into prestige streaming television, WandaVision reinvented superhero storytelling as a metafictional journey through grief. Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany received acting nods for their roles as the tragically intertwined Wanda Maximoff and Vision, while the show earned widespread acclaim for its inventive format, shifting from '50s sitcom pastiche to full-blown MCU drama. Its 23 nominations reflect both technical brilliance (costumes, VFX, title design) and emotional resonance. WandaVision proved Marvel could deliver both spectacle, and subtext. The Penguin (HBO, 2025) A post shared by Warner Bros. TV (@warnerbrostv) The latest breakout from DC Studios, The Penguin is less comic book, more crime opera. Spun from Matt Reeves' The Batman universe, the series follows Colin Farrell's grotesque-yet-charismatic mobster Oz Cobb as he claws his way through Gotham's underworld. The performance is transformative, thanks to Mike Marino's Emmy-nominated prosthetic design. But The Penguin goes deeper, with richly textured writing and noir-laced direction earning nominations across acting, production design, score, and stunt coordination. The Boys (Prime Video, 2021–Present) A post shared by THE BOYS (@theboystv) Eric Kripke's The Boys offers a brutal, satirical takedown of superhero culture, and the society that worships it. With a growing number of Emmy nominations over its seasons (including Outstanding Drama nods), the series fuses high-octane gore with biting political allegory. Antony Starr's Homelander stands as one of TV's most chilling villains, a warped Superman reflecting populist menace. Its visual effects, writing, and acting have pushed The Boys into serious awards conversation. Though lighter, Legion deserves mention for pushing the form. Noah Hawley's trippy adaptation of the Marvel character David Haller became a cult-favorite mind-bender. With its kaleidoscopic visuals, nonlinear storytelling, and abstract cinematography, Legion received nominations for cinematography and visual effects, cementing its place as one of the boldest artistic experiments in superhero TV. Marvel's grittiest street-level hero earned critical praise and several Creative Arts Emmy nominations for its action choreography, sound editing, and visual effects. Charlie Cox's haunted Matt Murdock and Vincent D'Onofrio's kingpin Wilson Fisk gave the series its emotional and narrative heft. While never a top-tier Emmy darling, Daredevil helped pave the way for serious-minded comic adaptations on streaming platforms.
Express Tribune
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Batman DCU movie The Brave and the Bold gets update from James Gunn
James Gunn, co-CEO of DC Studios, has shared a new update on The Brave and the Bold, the DCU's upcoming Batman film. The movie is one of two Batman projects currently in development, alongside Matt Reeves' The Batman 2, though only The Brave and the Bold is part of the core DC Universe. Speaking to GamesRadar+ while promoting Superman, Gunn confirmed that development is progressing. 'We're working on a script. We have a screenwriter who's hammering away at it,' he said. 'I'm very involved, and so we'll see what happens next. I wish I had more news for you, but I don't.' The film will introduce a new version of Batman for the DCU and focus on the relationship between Bruce Wayne and his son, Damian Wayne, who will appear as Robin. It is part of DC Studios' Chapter One: Gods and Monsters, which sets the foundation for the restructured universe. Andy Muschietti, director of The Flash, has been tapped to helm The Brave and the Bold. While no casting announcements or screenwriter details have been revealed, Gunn's close involvement suggests the project is a key pillar of the new DC slate. Importantly, Robert Pattinson will not portray Batman in this film. His version of Bruce Wayne remains exclusive to Matt Reeves' Elseworlds storyline, which operates independently of the main DCU. Reeves' sequel, The Batman 2, is set to begin filming by the end of 2025 and is scheduled for release on October 1, 2027. Gunn added that he currently has the script for The Batman 2 in his possession and plans to review it soon.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Superman' World Premiere: The Best Of The Red Carpet
James Gunn's Superman flies into theaters on Friday, July 11, and the director and cast celebrated the film's world premiere in Los Angeles on Monday at the TCL Chinese Theater. RELATED: More from Deadline James Gunn Confirms Matt Reeves' 'The Batman II' Script Is Finished: "It's Great" James Gunn Wants To Bring "Color And Joy" Back To 'Superman': "In Some Ways, It's Lighter" James Gunn Says 'Superman' Is An "Immigrant" Story About "Basic Human Kindness" Starring David Corenswet as the titular superhero, the film will also see Rachel Brosnahan take up the typewriter of Lois Lane in addition to Nicholas Hoult playing villain Lex Luthor. The film also stars Anthony Carrigan as Metamorpho, Frank Grillo as Rick Flag Sr., María Gabriela de Faría as The Engineer, Alan Tudyk as Superman Robot #4, Edi Gathegi as Mr. Terrific, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner and more. RELATED: Find the cast in their red carpet glamor below. Best of Deadline Hailee Steinfeld Photos: Her Career From Teen Movies To The Oscars To 'Sinners' Mickey Rourke: Photos From The Actor's Life & Career The Best Red Carpet & Party Photos Of 2024, From 'Dune: Part Two' To 'Gladiator II' & 'Wicked'
