Closeout costumes at authentic prices!

The folks at Homestar Runner have posted another fun online cartoon short for Halloween: Closeout Costumes at Authentic Prices!

Plus some classics:
Happy Hallo-day
The House that Gave Sucky Treats (interactive!)
More toon here

LEGION ends with #50

Longtime fan favorite comic Legion of Superheroes ends with #50. Of course, the relatively low issue number indicates how often the title has stopped and started (and relaunched with a new #1) over the years. But man, back in the day it used to be great.

Speaking of "back in the day," once-and-current LSH legend Jim Shooter shares with Comic Book Resources some of the trials for the book during his recent (and, apparently, final) run as the writer:
Shooter Dishes on Legion Demise
ADDED: Shooter Praises “Outstanding” Work of Manapul

Related links:
Bad (alleged) stuff at DC Comics
Hollywood legends do sci-fi, horror comics
Santa Claus vs. Frankenstein
Marvel Comics' DARK REIGN
This is why I don't buy more comics
Free Comics Online

Abbott and Costello: Complete (Oct 28)

On shelves today is the 15-disc Abbott and Costello: The Complete Universal Pictures Collection, sporting 28 films, production notes, theatrical trailers, six commentaries, and an exclusive book. Monster flicks in this set include Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein, Abbott and Costello Meet the Invisible Man, Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy. (The box also includes the documentary "Abbott & Costello Meet the Monsters," from the original DVD of Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein)

Also out this week:
The 4400: The Complete Series
Filmation Sci-Fi Box Set
The Flintstones: The Complete Series
Journey to the Center of the Earth
Little Rascals: The Complete Collection
Mystery Science Theater 3000: 20th Anniversary Edition
NewsRadio: The Complete Series

Coming November 4
Futurama: Bender's Game
Get Smart
Get Smart - The Complete Series Gift Set
Get Smart - Two-Disc Special Edition
Outer Limits Original Series Complete Box Set
The Persuaders: 3 Film Collection
Popeye the Sailor-1941-43 Volume 3
The Wild Wild West: The Complete Series

Coming Nov 11
Chronological Donald, Vol. Four 1951-1961
Dragon Ball Z: Movie 5 and 6
Dragon Ball Z: Season Seven
I Dream of Jeannie: The Complete Series
Jingle All the Way
The Lone Ranger: 75th Anniversary
M Squad -- The Complete Series
Night Gallery Complete Second Season
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2 Disc Special Edition)

Coming Nov 18
Doctor Who - The Complete Fourth Series
Star Trek: The Original Series - Three Season Pack
Star Trek: The Original Series - Season 3 Remastered
Wall-E (Three-Disc Special Edition + Digital Copy)

Coming Nov 25
Merlin and the War of the Dragons
Space Chimps
Superman: Doomsday

Coming December 2
Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (Three-Disc Collector's Edition)
The Day the Earth Stood Still: Two-Disc Special Edition
Hey There, It's Yogi Bear
The Man Called Flintstone
X-Files: I Want to Believe (Three-Disc SE + Digital Copy)

Coming December 9
The Dark Knight (Widescreen Single-Disc Edition)
The Dark Knight (Two-Disc Special Edition + Digital Copy)
I Am Legend Ultimate Collector's Edition
Lost: The Complete Fourth Season

Bad (alleged) stuff at DC Comics

An anonymous whistle blower has been emailing news outlets regarding alleged activities going on in the offices of DC Comics. For legal reasons, it's best not to go into specifics here -- but if the allegations are true, then the stuff is bad. Really bad. One would hope DC Comics parent company Time Warner will get involved and do the right thing.

More info:
Blind Items (Lying In The Gutters)
One Or Two Things I've Learned... (Occasional Superheroine)
Whistle Blowing and Comic Book Journalism (Comic Book Bin)

Related links:
ROBOT-13: Tech Vs. Myth
Alan Moore on the new "League"
Warren Ellis' IGNITION CITY
Hollywood legends do sci-fi, horror comics
Santa Claus Vs. Frankenstein
ICONIC: The Life and Death of Talos the Bronze
Honoring the father of manga
KAIJU comic!
Free Comics Online

REAL GHOSTBUSTERS packaging revealed

TVShowsonDVD.com has all sorts of updated info and pictures of the fabulous packaging of the mammoth 25-disc The Real Ghostbusters - The Complete Series on DVD.

(10/28/2008) New Complete Series Packaging Pics Give a Better Look at the SteelBooks ***UPDATE: SteelBook Video Added***

(10/24/2008) LOTS of Package Art - Including SteelBook Cover Close-Ups - for Time Life's Complete Series

(10/08/2008) Time Life Answers New Questions About Complete Date; Sends Trailer & Clips

(9/30/2008) Exclusive Sneak Preview Clip with JMS from The Complete Series DVD Bonus Material

(9/13/2008) Exclusive Sample Screens for the Bonus Material from Time Life's Complete Series

(9/12/2008) Ghostbusters to be Largest SteelBook™ Release - Plus Bonus Material Details

(7/25/2008) Formal Press Release from Time Life for their Exclusive Complete Series Package

Frankenstein vs. Dracula vs. Wolf Man

The Universal monster movies starring Frankenstein's Monster, Dracula, and The Wolf Man in chronological order:

Dracula (1931)
Frankenstein (1931)
Bride of Frankenstein (1935)
Son of Frankenstein (1939)
The Wolf Man (1941)
The Ghost of Frankenstein (1942)
Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man (1943)
House of Frankenstein (1944)
House of Dracula (1945)
Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948)

Bonus:
Mad Monster Party (1967)
The Monster Squad (1987)

On DVD:
Dracula - The Legacy Collection
(Dracula / Dracula (1931 Spanish Version) / Dracula's Daughter / Son of Dracula / House of Dracula)

Frankenstein - The Legacy Collection
(Frankenstein / Bride of Frankenstein / Son of Frankenstein / Ghost of Frankenstein / House of Frankenstein)

The Wolf Man - The Legacy Collection
(The Wolf Man / Werewolf of London / Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man / She-Wolf of London)

Dracula (75th Anniversary Edition)
Frankenstein (75th Anniversary Edition)

Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein
Mad Monster Party
The Monster Squad (Two-Disc 20th Anniversary Edition)

More giant monster movies!

Thanks to our pal Enshohma / Raf, we've added nine more titles that were missing from our (increasingly) exhaustive list of Giant Monster Movies:

The Amazing Colossal Man (1957)
War of the Colossal Beast (1958)
Caltiki the Immortal Monster (1959)
Super Inframan (1975)
Warlords of Atlantis (1978)
The Bermuda Depths (1978)
Ultraman: The Adventure Begins (AKA Ultraman USA) (1981)
Thunder of the Gigantic Serpent (1986)
The Call of Cthulhu (2005)

Incredible Hulk: Complete Series (Oct 21)

On DVD this week:
The Incredible Hulk: The Complete Series
Dr. David Banner: physician; scientist. Searching for a way to tap into the hidden strengths that all humans have. Then an accidental overdose of gamma radiation alters his body chemistry. And now when David Banner grows angry or outraged, a startling metamorphosis occurs. The creature is driven by rage and pursued by an investigative reporter. The creature is wanted for a murder he didn't commit. David Banner is believed to be dead, and he must let the world think that he is dead, until he can find a way to control the raging spirit that dwells within him ...

Bill Bixby starred in this classic television series (1978-1982) inspired by the Marvel comic book. When research scientist David Banner is exposed to toxic radiation, even the smallest agitation transforms him from man to monster. The Incredible Hulk (Lou Ferrigno) crushes anyone in his path, defeating his enemies left and right. As Banner wanders the open road in search of a cure, he frequently bumps into surprising guest stars and infuriating situations.

* 82 episodes presented on 20 single-sided discs
* Original Dolby Digital 2.0 Mono sound
* Collectible HULK packaging

BONUS FEATURES
* DISC 1: (Pilot) The Incredible Hulk Audio Commentary by writer, director & producer Kenneth Johnson
* DISC 5: Introduction with Kenneth Johnson
* DISC 5: Married episode Audio Commentary wtih Kenneth Johnson
* DISC 9: Homecoming Bonus Episode (from Season 3)
* DISC 14: Remembering The Incredible Hulk - an American Classic
* DISC 14: The Incredible Hulk (2008 film) Sneak Peek
* DISC 15: Audio Commentary On 2-Part Season Premiere episode Prometheus with Creator/Producer Kenneth Johnson
* DISC 18: Creating an Iconic Character: The Hulk
* DISC 18: Inside An Episode: Prometheus Photo Gallery
* DISC 20: Behind the Success: Story of The Incredible Hulk
* DISC 20: Gag Reel

Also this week
The Incredible Hulk: The Complete Fifth Season
The Incredible Hulk (Three-Disc Special Edition)
Looney Tunes: Golden Collection, Vol. 6
The Man from U.N.C.L.E. - The Complete Series
Anaconda 3: Offspring
Ben 10 Alien Force: Season One V.1
Knight Rider: The Complete Series

Coming October 28
The 4400: The Complete Series
Abbott & Costello: Complete Universal Pictures Collection
Filmation Sci-Fi Box Set
The Flintstones: The Complete Series
Journey to the Center of the Earth
Little Rascals: The Complete Collection
Mystery Science Theater 3000: 20th Anniversary Edition
NewsRadio: The Complete Series

Coming November 4
Futurama: Bender's Game
Get Smart
Get Smart - The Complete Series Gift Set
Get Smart - Two-Disc Special Edition
Outer Limits Original Series Complete Box Set
The Persuaders: 3 Film Collection
Popeye the Sailor-1941-43 Volume 3
The Wild Wild West: The Complete Series

Coming Nov 11
Chronological Donald, Vol. Four 1951-1961
Dragon Ball Z: Movie 5 and 6
Dragon Ball Z: Season Seven
I Dream of Jeannie: The Complete Series
Jingle All the Way
The Lone Ranger: 75th Anniversary
M Squad -- The Complete Series
Night Gallery Complete Second Season
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Star Wars: The Clone Wars (2 Disc Special Edition)

Coming Nov 18
Doctor Who - The Complete Fourth Series
Star Trek: The Original Series - Three Season Pack
Star Trek: The Original Series - Season 3 Remastered
Wall-E (Three-Disc Special Edition + Digital Copy)

Coming Nov 25
Space Chimps
Superman: Doomsday

Coming December 2
Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian
Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (Three-Disc Collector's Edition)
The Day the Earth Stood Still: Two-Disc Special Edition
Hey There, It's Yogi Bear
The Man Called Flintstone
X-Files: I Want to Believe (Three-Disc SE + Digital Copy)

Ultraman: The Complete Series (Oct 14)

Coming to DVD this week:
Ultraman: The Complete Series
When the world is threatened by alien invaders and giant monsters, only one agency is equipped to handle the situation -- The Science Patrol, an ultra-sophisticated police force equipped with high-tech weaponry and spacecraft. Unbeknownst to the team, one of their members, Hayata, has the ability to transform into the giant superhero Ultraman ...

Also this week:
Alien - Predator Total Destruction Collection
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (Two-Disc)
Icons of Horror: Hammer Films (Curse of the Mummy's Tomb / The Two Faces of Dr. Jekyll / Scream of Fear / The Gorgon)
Alfred Hitchcock Premiere Collection (Lifeboat / Spellbound / Notorious / The Paradine Case / Sabotage / Young and Innocent / Rebecca / The Lodger)
Pirates Who Don't Do Anything: A Veggie Tales Movie (Widescreen)
A Nightmare on Elm Street 1-4: 4 Film Favorites
A Nightmare on Elm Street 5-8: 4 Film Favorites
Superman: 4 Film Favorites
Giant 600 Cartoons: Special Collectors Edition

Coming October 21
The Incredible Hulk: The Complete Fifth Season
The Incredible Hulk: The Complete Series
The Incredible Hulk (Three-Disc Special Edition)
Looney Tunes: Golden Collection, Vol. 6
The Man from U.N.C.L.E. - The Complete Series
Anaconda 3: Offspring
Ben 10 Alien Force: Season One V.1
Knight Rider: The Complete Series

Coming October 28
The 4400: The Complete Series
Abbott & Costello: Complete Universal Pictures Collection
Filmation Sci-Fi Box Set
The Flintstones: The Complete Series
Journey to the Center of the Earth
Little Rascals: The Complete Collection
Mystery Science Theater 3000: 20th Anniversary Edition
NewsRadio: The Complete Series

Coming November 4
Futurama: Bender's Game
Get Smart
Get Smart - The Complete Series Gift Set
Get Smart - Two-Disc Special Edition
Outer Limits Original Series Complete Box Set
The Persuaders: 3 Film Collection
Popeye the Sailor-1941-43 Volume 3
The Wild Wild West: The Complete Series

Sequel news: LETHAL WEAPON! UNBREAKABLE! BATMAN!

The gang at Ain't It Cool News have posted reports regarding sequels to all kinds of movie franchises:

LETHAL WEAPON 5 Is Being Fast Tracked??
Warners Spinning Up A GET SMART Sequel!!
28 MONTHS LATER Has A Director??
Shyamalan On UNBREAKABLE II ...
Brief Encounter With Director Of TR2N!!
Evidence That Nolan Is 'On' BATMAN 3
Major QUANTUM OF SOLACE Spoilers ...
... Bill Murray On Why GHOSTBUSTERS III Never Happened!!

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Updates: Godzilla, Frankenstein, Ghostbusters

62 scary movies for 31 nights

Blogger Floyd M. Orr has a nifty list of scary movies to watch in October. Ranging from the 1930s to the '90s, he includes the likes of Dracula (1931) , King Kong (1933), The Wolf Man (1941), Godzilla, King of the Monsters (1956), The Blob (1958), House on Haunted Hill (1959), The Birds (1963), The Night Stalker (1972), Jaws (1975), Alien (1979), The Thing (1982), Wolf (1994), and more.

In his introduction: "This is an eclectic collection that ignores a few genres such as bloody slash-o-ramas and repeated sequels, but includes many B-movies that have received acclaim for their creators' imaginations. A few notable writers, directors, and actors, especially those from famous television series, have been listed."

Whole list here: Thirty-one Classic Scary Nights in October