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Teen Titans Animated News is organized with most recent item at top of page. Scroll down for old news items.
update > june >> 2007 |
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No More News
Since the animated series is not producing any more new Titans material at this time, please visit titanstower.com monitor room for any new developments! If the Titans Toon gets any new Direct-To-Video movies, you will hear it here first!
update > february 6 >> 2007 |
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GO TOKYO for More TITANS
America's coolest heroes head to Japan in their first animated movie, Teen Titans: Trouble in Tokyo. When a high-tech ninja attacks Titans Tower, Robin, Starfire, Cyborg, Raven and Beast Boy spring into action. Robin finds out that the ninja was sent by a mysterious and menacing Japanese criminal known as Brushogun, and the Teen Titans travel to Tokyo to track the villain down.
For all those fans of the cartoon that want MORE TITANS and fought to SAVE THE SHOW, you need to buy this release. If sales are good, Warner Bros. will make more original Teen Titans Direct-To-DVD features. If sales are bad, say goodbye to Glen Murakami's Titans forever. So spread the word, and TITANS TOGETHER!
update >december 18 >> 2006 |
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Glen Murakami Refelects on Five Seasons with the Teen Titans
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How did TEEN TITANS develop as a series? What about those Batman/Justice League crossover discussions? Why didn't Starfire get a season arc? Which villain was hard to figure out? What are the secrets behind Red X? How was the story developed for the last episode, THINGS CHANGE? What Titans stories remained on the cutting room floor? What would have happened in the sixth season? Which Titans would have "graduated" to their adult persona?
It’s Glen Murakami – Producer of Teen Titans the animated series - in perhaps his most comprehensive TEEN TITANS interview ever. Check out Five Seasons of Murakanime : An Interview with Glen Murakami: Glen takes some time to talk about how TEEN TITANS developed from season one through season five. Also check out some EXCLUSIVE Teen Titans sketches and character designs from Glen and the crew. The interview was conducted by Bill Walko, webmaster of titanstower.com.
update > september 9 >> 2006 |
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"Teen Titans: Trouble In Tokyo" Airs Friday & Saturday
Cartoon Network announced they're airing "Teen Titans: Trouble In Tokyo" on Friday, September 15th as well as Saturday, September 16th at 7:30pm Eastern.
Here's how the network describes the movie: Teen Titans: Trouble In Tokyo: America’s coolest heroes head to Japan in their first animated movie, Teen Titans Tokyo, airing in late fall. When a high-tech ninja attacks Titans Tower, Robin, Starfire, Cyborg, Raven and Beast Boy spring into action. Robin finds out that the ninja was sent by a mysterious and menacing Japanese criminal known as Brushogun, and the Teen Titans travel to Tokyo to track the villain down.
David Slack, who wrote the movie, described it as a high-adventure set in Tokyo; He mentioned how the show was inspired by anime, so it made sense to do an adventure with a Japanese locale. They had fun using some Japanese-anime elements in the film. David also mentioned that the film would feature some romance between two main characters. Fans of the show should be able to easily guess which two characters are featured in that regard. Another highlight of the movie: Beast Boy does Karaoke. How much more incentive do you need?
I don't want to spoil too much about the movie, but I will give a few teasers: A Titans East member has a VERY brief cameo; The romance aspect is very satisfying; and the end credits have a great not-to-be-missed audio track.
update > junly 19 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans in San Diego
It begins! The largest event in comics and animation starts this Wednesday. The big event is almost upon us! With over 104,000 individual attendees, pros and exhibitors in 2005, Comic-Con is working hard to make this year's event even better! For all the latest news and upcoming appearances, check out the Titanstower.com blog all week long!
update > junly 10 >> 2006 |
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Wonder Girl Go!
Wonder Girl is set to appear in the pages of TEEN TITANS GO! Newsarama reports: "Though the animated series its based on may be over, Teen Titans Go! is still going strong, and in October’s issue #36, will see a new cast member join – one that’s been asked about frequently, seen only very briefly in the series, and has a long history with the Teen Titans. Oh, heck – as if the image isn’t giving it away…we’ll just get over to asking series writer, J. Torres questions about the series and the debut of Wonder Girl. Interior pages by regular series artist, Todd Nauck."
J. Torres reveals: "We jump right into the story and she comes over from Paradise Island to give her friends a hand with... an alien threat. [..] Long story short: we basically had to wait to get the okay from the powers that be. She only made a couple of quick appearances in the last season of the show and we never really saw her in action. It's my understanding that there was some kind of licensing issue that prevented the animators from really using her. For the most part, we had to follow the show's lead in terms of new characters but now that it's wrapped, we have a little more freedom in that department."
How will Wonder Girl be used in the series?
"Well, the story is called "Troy." And she pretty much has the same powers as her DCU sisters. She may be different in that her attitude is maybe closer to Diana as a girl, or as I imagine she would be at 15 or 16. [...] I'm playing it as if she's already a Titan and has worked with them before. After all, she was seen in "Calling All Titans" and "Titans Together" albeit as a headshot. But the insinuation is that she was there to help the Titans take down the Brotherhood of Evil. So, I write it like she has to sneak off of Paradise Island like a teenage girl not allowed to go out on her own and that explains why she's seen limited action thus far."
For the full article, click here.
update > junly 2 >> 2006 |
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Rob Hoegee: From Titans Tower to 31st Century Teens of Tomorrow
With "Teen Titans" wrapping up after its fifth season, Story Editor ROB HOEGEE was tapped to develop DC's newest super-series: THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES. One thousand years from now, a group of teenage super heroes travel back in time to recruit the greatest hero of all, Superman, and enlist him their fight against evil in the 31st Century. While their intentions were good, their time travel skills were not, and Lightning Lad, Saturn Girl, Brainiac 5, Phantom Girl, Bouncing Boy and Timber Wolf end up going too far back into the past, accidentally retrieving the young Superman instead. Rob took some time out of his busy schedule to talk with titanstower.com about the Teens of Tomorrow. Click here to read the interview!
update > june 27 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans writers visit the 31st century
Looks like the "Teen Titans" writers can't escape the traumas of teendom. While former Story Editor Rob Hoegee has taken the reins of Kids-WB!'s LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES with JLU's James Tucker, Titans fans will also see more familiar names in the writing credits. David Slack revealed, "While I've been on hiatus [from "Law & Order,"], I've just completed an episode of LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES for the illustrious Rob Hoegee."
"Yeah, I was lucky enough to have both Amy [Wolfram] and David come in and do an episode or two," Rob noted. "I'm nearing the last legs of the first season of LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES. And as reported, it will air this fall on the Kids-WB! on the CW network. It will be on at 11am just before THE BATMAN."
With Rob Hoegee, David Slack and Amy Wolfram writing the teens of tomorrow, Titans fans will surely want to visit the 31st century this fall on the Kids-WB! Stay tuned for some more exciting LEGION news here at titanstower.com!
update > june 11 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans Complete Season Two Available for Pre-Order on Amazon.com
Now available at Amazon.com!
Order above and support titanstower.com!
Dangerous enemy or lifelong friend? That's the question of Season 2 when Terra, a free-spirited teen with awesome earth-manipulating powers, rolls into town. As a skilled fighter, she makes a powerful addition to the Titans' fight against crime, and as a fun-loving, no-holds-barred hero, she jives instantly with their team chemistry. But the Titans aren't the only ones interested in recruiting the new girl. Robin's archnemesis Slade is on the prowl for an apprentice, and the combination of Terra's volatile powers and personal vulnerability make her a perfect target for his twisted plans. Trusting this newcomer could prove to be a fatal mistake for the Teen Titans! Throughout 13 action-packed adventures from the hit TV series (and Bombastic Bonuses too), this Deluxe 2-Disc Edition is earth-shattering entertainment!
Episodes:
How Long Is Forever
Every Dog Has His Day
Terra
Only Human
Fear Itself
Date With Destiny
Transformation
Titan Rising
Winner Take All
Betrayal
Fractured
Aftershock, Part I
Aftershock, Part II
DVD Features: Other : Catching Up with...Teen Titans
Street Date: 9/26/06
MSRP: $19.98
update > june 7 >> 2006 |
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Trouble in Tokyo - and San Diego!
Two exciting TEEN TITANS news items came from a recent chat-style interview with WARNER BROS. at TVshowsonDVD.com. First off, Warner announced that the original animated feature TEEN TITANS: TROUBLE IN TOKYO will premiere next month at Comic Con!
<WARNER> We're having the world premiere of the new TEEN TITANS Original Animated Movie TEEN TITANS: TROUBLE IN TOKYO at Comic Con next month. It will be on Sat. night 7/22 at 7pm.
Another user asked about the possiblity of eventual TEEN TITANS full-season DVDs being presented in their original widescreen format:
<WARNER> Teen Titans and The Batman - we are considering widescreen on both as well as evaluating a Freakazoid release. As mentioned earlier we are reviewing a Mask of the Phantasm Special Edition. Thanks for your support!
So a possible widescreen release for TEEN TITANS may be in the future! Keep showing your support for the show, Titans fans! You can read part one of the entire interview here and part two here. Thanks to the ever-vigilant Homestar14 for alerting us to these items on the TitansTower.com Forums!
update > june 3 >> 2006 |
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Mas Y Menos Come to Comics
The Pulse reports on a DC Nation panel from this weekend's Wizard World Philadelphia!
"Mas y Menos will be in the Teen Titans comics."
"When asked if there was a character that he would have liked to see killed during Crisis, Didio pointed to Nightwing as his choice. He felt as though the natural progression of the storyline should have lead to his death. Geoff Johns was vehemently opposed to killing Nightwing."
"Titans East may get its own book and Wendy and Marvin will be used sporadically in Teen Titans."
"Regarding the New Teen Titans and the idea of Deathstroke coming back, "you will eventually see that." (Johns)."
update >> may 15 >> 2005 |
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"Four Shadowings"
David Slack, Rob Hoegee and Amy Wolfram Delve into Demons, Dark Corners and Some Devilish Fun in the Fourth Season
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David Slack, Amy Wolfram and Rob Hoegee from San Diego ComiCon 2004 |
Conducted by Bill Walko, webmaster of titanstower.com. Look behind the scenes of season four with Producer David Slack and Story Editors Rob Hoegee and Amy Wolfram. Delve into Demons, Dark Corners and Some Devilish Fun in the Fourth Season.
This is the latest series overview in a series - brought to you by titanstower.com. You can see all the previous interviews at out behind the scenes section at this site.
For the full interview, click here.
And stay tooned for more from David, Rob and Amy!
update > may 11 >> 2006 |
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More Teen Titans Reprinted
Silverbullet Comics has a list of releases for Fall 2006, including:
THE NEW TEEN TITANS ARCHIVES VOL. 3 HC
Writer: Marv Wolfman
Artists: George Pérez and Romeo Tanghal
Collects THE NEW TEEN TITANS #17-20 and TALES OF THE NEW TEEN TITANS #1-4
$49.99, 228 pages - due in August
These issues contain more classic Wolfman/Perez Titans, as well as the TALES OF THE TEEN TITANS mini series [each issue features the origins of Cyborg, Raven, Beasy Boy and Starfire]
THE NEW TEEN TITANS: TERRA INCOGNITA TP
Writer: Marv Wolfman
Artists: George Pérez, Romeo Tanghal and Pablo Marcos
Collects THE NEW TEEN TITANS #26 and 28-34 and THE NEW TEEN TITANS ANNUAL #2
$19.99, 224 pages - due in September
These issues include Terra's introduction and lead up to the shocking events of the JUDAS CONTRACT. a perfect companion to the JUDAS CONTRACT trade paperback.
update > april 25 >> 2006 |
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First look at "The Robin"!
The World's Finest over at ToonZone have once again provided an exclusive first look at upcoming character designs for the fourth season of the WB Series THE BATMAN. Only this time, the character they've featured is... Robin! But that's not all-- Comics Continuum also provided two images of the new character, as well as a few snippets of information from their interview with supervising producer Duane Capizzi. It seems clear that the design is an amalgamation of the styles from both TEEN TITANS and THE NEW BATMAN ADVENTURES. Scott Menville will be providing the voice, so fans of the TEEN TITANS animated series can apparently rest easy knowing that at least one part of the show will live on!
update > april 24 >> 2006 |
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Character Page Updated!
The final character pages are now completed! Check out new entries: Cheshire and Psimon and XL Terrestrial and Angel and... Wonder Girl (?). Also check out revisions for Terra and Beast Boy!
update > april 24 >> 2006 |
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Robin Joins The Batman This Fall!
Superboy and Legion of Superheroes Coming to Kids WB!
FINALLY, DC's next animated project has been officially announced! It's Superboy and the Legion of Super-heroes! Look for some of your favorite Teen Titans creators to be working on that one!
KIDS' WB! ON THE CW ANNOUNCES 2006-2007 "TOO BIG FOR YOUR TV" SATURDAY MORNING PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE
Released by The CW
KIDS' WB! ON THE CW ANNOUNCES 2006-2007 "TOO BIG FOR YOUR TV" SATURDAY MORNING PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE
Current hit Kids' WB! series returning to the fall schedule include THE BATMAN, with Robin joining the Caped Crusader in his crime-fighting exploits, LOONATICS UNLEASHED, XIAOLIN SHOWDOWN, all produced by Warner Bros. Animation, and JOHNNY TEST, produced this season by Cookie Jar Entertainment Inc.
LEGION OF SUPER HEROES, 11:00-11:30 am: In the year of "Superman Returns" at Warner Bros., Kids' WB! is proud to present a new series developed especially for the "Too Big For Your TV" block by Warner Bros. Animation, inspired by the DC Comics legend. One thousand years from now, a group of teenage super heroes travel back in time to recruit the greatest hero of all, Superman, and enlist him their fight against evil in the 31st Century. While their intentions were good, their time travel skills were not, and Lightning Lad, Saturn Girl, Brainiac 5, Phantom Girl, Bouncing Boy and Timber Wolf end up going too far back into the past, accidentally retrieving the young Superboy instead. Together, this unlikely Legion of Super Heroes bands together to defend the rights of all free worlds and uphold the laws of the newly formed United Planets. That is, if they don't kill each other first. LEGION OF SUPER HEROES combines humor with high-stakes, grand-scale super heroics to create the ultimate sci-fi, super hero fantasy for kids of all ages. Each episode of this fast-paced, character-driven action comedy will pit Superboy and the Legion against otherworldly threats and adversaries who challenge the team on both super heroic and emotional levels. The series is executive produced by Sander Schwartz, and produced by Linda Steiner and James Tucker for Warner Bros. Animation. Look for some of the Teen Titans staff to be working on Legion of Superheroes!
THE BATMAN, 11:30 am-12:00 Noon: THE BATMAN features the most complex and intriguing character in comic book history in action-packed super heroic adventures, melding the renowned character's extraordinary physical prowess and super-sleuthing skills with a new range of experimental Bat-gadgets and an amped-up Batmobile. The series premiered in fall 2004 and picked up Batman's story in his mid-20s, when he's just finding his way as a protector, defender and Caped Crusader, while balancing his public persona as billionaire bachelor Bruce Wayne. In the upcoming third season, the Dark Knight continues his relentless quest to rid Gotham City of its supervillains, but he's not alone. Robin joins the team, and the fabled Dynamic Duo is also occasionally joined by Batgirl. Harley Quinn, Black Mask, Killer Moth, the Everywhere Man and a brand-new Clayface join the rogues' gallery of villains, led by the Joker, Penguin and Riddler, who ceaselessly torment Batman and Gotham City. THE BATMAN is based upon the DC Comics characters and is executive produced by Sander Schwartz and Alan Burnett for Warner Bros. Animation. Duane Capizzi and Mike Goguen serve as supervising producers, and Linda Steiner and Jeff Matsuda are producers.
update > april 23 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans Got Game... Cards
Attention all Teen Titans fans! Show off your fan spirit by collecting all the Teen Titans game cards. The cards showcase your favorite characters in cool fighting poses and hilarious animated faces.
Bandai America’s Teen Titans toys give you a surprise in each package! Every single toy comes with one free card, and three come with the Battle Communicator LCD Game as a bonus! By using the game cards with your Battle Communicator, you can increase your power and interactivity. Each represents a Titan, villain, weapon or vehicle and has a secret code that can be revealed with the Communicator to help to fight off your opponents.
There are a total of 34 cards to collect. Here’s a quick preview of some of the cards that you can find at your local retailer: |
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update > april 23 >> 2006 |
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Video Game Delay: Nothing to do with the production end
A reliable source was kind enough to check out the progress of the highly-anticipated yet mysteriously delayed TEEN TITANS video game on behalf of anxious fans. Here's what he had to say: "Okay, fans, I just heard from a friend who worked on the production side of things for the Titans video game. I'm told that they (the studio) finished their work a while back and that the delay seems to be on the publishing or distribution end. Even their producer didn't know what the hold up is, but their guess is that the [powers] that be may be waiting to release the game to coincide with other TT products. Or, my guess is that they're holding out for an event like the movie airing on CN or possibly even the San Diego Comicon where a lot of companies like to unveil/debut stuff. So, there you have it. Or not. And at last, we have (sort of) a reason for the delay."
Stay tuned for updates and more as we hear them!
update > april 17 >> 2006 |
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Bid on Cartoon Network Art for a Good Cause
From Character Designer Derrick Wyatt's blog: "Cartoon Network Studios is hosting a silent art auction to benefit Fyn Stec, a four and a half year old boy who has been diagnosed with a form of liver cancer. The proceeds of the auction will help Fyn's parents with the costs of the medical care. For information on how to bid online, or in person, click the link. Online bidding starts Monday, the 17th, and there are tons of great artist who have donated artwork for the cause."
Look for Derrick's Beast Boy pic, which he donated for bidding!
update > april 10 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans Video Game Delayed... Again!?
Looks like more bad news for fans who are anxiously awaiting the release of the TEEN TITANS video game for the GameCube, XBOX, and Playstation 2 consoles. According to EB Games, the game's release date has been pushed back to July 3, 2006.
This newest development is the latest in a series of frustrating delays for the video game. Earlier postponements have had the game set to hit stores on February 14, then April 4th, and then on May 1st. The Teen Titans Video Game official website still bills the game as an "exciting February release"... and the site is devoid of any explanation for (or mention of) the delays. We'll do our best to keep you updated, but TITANS fans might need to be ready to settle in for the long haul.
update > march 20 >> 2006 |
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Video Game Update AND Full Character Listing
The latest issue of "Tips & Tricks" magazine featured a substantial article on the upcoming TEEN TITANS video game. A preview page from the article can be found at the magazine's homepage under the "Strategy Guides" section for March 2006.
The feature included character descriptions, gameplay tips, attack combos, complete walkthroughs, and more! Vidiot of the Titans Tower forums was even kind enough to transcribe the entire character list for the much-anticipated Tournament of Heroes mode, in which players can choose from dozens of unlockable characters for a free-for-all fight to the finish! Thanks!
The list of characters appears below, along with their descriptions as given by the magazine, in the format Name [Affiliation]: Description
Robin [Hero]: Acrobatic melee fighter
Cyborg [Hero]: Part-robot with enormous strength
Raven [Hero]: Fights with ranged telekinesis attacks
Starfire [Hero]: Powerful ranged beam attacks
Beast Boy [Hero]: Teen Titan capable of shape-shifting into animals
Hive Soldier [Henchman]: Works for the Hive Academy, a school for supervillains
Bunnyguard [Henchman]: Mumbo Jumbo's bodyguard
Slade Minion [Henchman]: Generic foot soldier in the employ of Slade
Blocker [Henchman]: Robotic fighting machine
Tempest [Henchman]: Robotic fighting machine
Plasmus Kid [Henchman]: A fighting blob monster
Mammoth [Villain]: Uses his great strength to defeat his enemies
Jinx [Villain]: Jinx's powers of bad luck are translated into powerful energy attacks
Gizmo [Villain]: Attacks with mechanical contraptions of his own design
Mumbo Jumbo [Villain]: A diabolical magician
Plasmus [Villain]: Blob monster army leader encountered during story mode
Cinderblock [Villain]: Made of concrete and stone, strongest character in the game
Slade [Villain]: Arch-enemy to the Teen titans, clever fighter
Apprentice [Hero]: An alternate version of Robin
Cyclone [Hero]: An alternate version of Cyborg
Red Raven [Hero]: An alternate version of Raven
White Raven [Hero]: An alternate version of Raven
Blackfire [Villain]: Starfire's sister; plays exactly like Starfire
Mega Meaty Meat Beast Boy [Henchman]: An alternate version of Beast Boy
Clown Beast Boy [Hero]: An alternate version of Beast Boy
Red X [Villain]: Robin's alter-ego come to life
Fang [Villain]: Plays the same as Gizmo in his mecha-spider
Hotspot [Hero]: Uses powers of flame to attack
Wildebeest [Hero]: Powerful man-beast
Terra [Hero]: Geomancy powers let her attack with rock projectiles and landslides
Speedy [Hero]: Attacks with bow and arrow
Bumble Bee [Hero]: Uses powerful twin lasers
Dr. Light [Villain]: Uses the power of light to attack
Mad Mod [Villain]: Wears an exoskeleton designed after the London Royal Guard
Control Freak [Villain]: Attacks with a variety of sci-fi gadgets
Trigon [Villain]: Raven's demon father fights with flame attacks and powerful punches
The magazine is available now-- the game itself, however, has been delayed until May 1st according to GameStop.com . So pick up your issue of "Tips & Tricks" today and start getting your thumbs into gear!
update > march 4 >> 2006 |
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Party With the Teen Titans
A lot of people have asked about Teen Titans party items like invites, plates, cups, loot bags ... and now we have them! Check out Teen Titans Party Items
update > march 1 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans: Tokyo Plot Revealed
At the Cartoon Network Upfront event held today in New York, Cartoon Network announced its programming line-up for 2006.
Three original movies based on original series, Foster’s Home for Imaginary Friends, Codename: Kids Next Door and Teen Titans will also air this year. Cartoon Network announced plans to produce 12 more animated movies.
Teen Titans Tokyo: America’s coolest heroes head to Japan in their first animated movie, Teen Titans Tokyo, airing in late fall. When a high-tech ninja attacks Titans Tower, Robin, Starfire, Cyborg, Raven and Beast Boy spring into action. Robin finds out that the ninja was sent by a mysterious and menacing Japanese criminal known as Brushogun, and the Teen Titans travel to Tokyo to track the villain down.
update >> february 21 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans Go New York
The New York ComiCon is this weekend and the Teen Titans Go team is there! J Torres, Mike Norton and Todd Nauck will be signing in the DC Comics area at these times:
Friday : 6:30-7:30
Saturday: 5:30-6:30
Sunday: 1:00-2:00
Stop by to say hello!
update >> february 14 >> 2006 |
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Toy Fair 2006 Reveals Titans Toys
Superherotimes.com has pictures from Toy Fair 2006! Bandai has lots of new Titans toys - check 'em out on this page! Doom Patrol, Skeleton Slade, and more!
update >> february 8 >> 2006 |
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Toyfare #104 on "Teen Titans: Trouble in Tokyo"
Here's what Toyfare said about the upcoming Direct-To-Video "Teen Titans: Trouble in Tokyo": The tentatively titled "Teen Titans Tokyo" DVD (which has no release date set) marks the first time producers have developed a full-length, original animated movie based on the series. "Something happens in our city, the Titans get involved in a mystery, and they follow a lead to Tokyo, " [Glen] Murakami explains. "I think it's a good standalone storyline. A little bit of it focuses on Robin and Starfire - you'll see their relationship develop." There's no word on whether J-Pop theme song starlets Puffy AmiYumi will contribute more music to the movie, but Greg [Beast Boy] Cipes promises, "I do sing karaoke."
update >> february 8 >> 2006 |
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Toyfare #104 features Episode Guide
Toyfare #104 hits stands today and features a Teen Titans Episode Guide!
TEEN TITANS EPISODE GUIDE: It’s every episode of Teen Titans ever, with story descriptions, character appearances and behind-the-scenes director/writer/actor commentary for them all! Plus, info about the upcoming Teen Titans DVD!
update >> february 7 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans: Complete SECOND Season Coming on DVD
Toon Zone's World's Finest Site has reported some new on Teen Titans: The Complete Second Season on DVD: "To tie into today's releases of Teen Titans: Season 1 and The Batman: Season 1, WHV has revealed to The World's Finest the release date for the next season collections for these popular animated series. According to WHV, Teen Titans: The Complete Second Season and The Batman: The Complete Second Season will hit shelves simultaneously on September 19th, 2006. For those hesitating to pick up these first season collections, do not worry. WHV will be releasing more season collections of The Batman and Teen Titans!"
It makes complete sense; Warner Bros. seems to space releases every six months for season sets; At this rate, all five seasons will be available on DVD in 2 years!
update >> february 3 >> 2006 |
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Cyborg on Smallville February 16th
Comics Continuum reports on Cyborg's appearance on an upcoming episode of Smallville. Here's how the network describes the episode, which will air on The WB on Thursday, Feb. 16: "A sympathetic doctor releases a half-human/half-machine subject named Victor who was being held captive and experimented on by LuthorCorp. While making his escape, Victor is struck by Lana's (Kristin Kreuk) car. After watching him walk away without a scratch, Lana calls Clark (Tom Welling) to investigate. Clark befriends Victor and promises to help him find his girlfriend, but Lex (Michael Rosenbaum) traps Victor and takes him back to LuthorCorp."
"Lee Thompson Young, who is playing Victor Stone, is a terrific actor and we're very excited about it," Smallville executive producer Al Gough told The Continuum. Gough said that Cyborg will be facing the same types of issues he did in the Teen Titans comics and animated series. "Victor Stone is a high-school football star who has a full ride to USC, but then he's in a terrible car accident," Gough said. "In our version, LuthorCorp takes him on as a project and sort of builds the limbs and the artificial intelligence that goes into that. For the full article, click here.
update >> february 2 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans: The Complete First Season DVD - EASTER EGGS
titan_collector is a retailer who has apparently checked out his early samples of the season one DVD and given us this awesome heads-up:
DISC 2 only. (disc 1: is full, no secrets)
secret #1: HIGHLIGHT "FINDING THEIR VOICES"
=> What is the coolest Teen Titan gadget? interview video
secret #2: HIGHLIGHT "COMIC CREATIONS"
=> What is your FAV Beastboy transformation? interview video
secret #3: HIGHLIGHT "SNEAK PEEK AT PUFFY AMIYUMI"
=> Who is the coolest villian? interview video
secret #4: HIGHLIGHT "PUFFY AMIYUMI MUSIC VIDEO"
=> a thank-you from the creators & voices !
secret #5: HIGHLIGHT "TOON TOPIA THE HIROS"
=> hidden music video of MAD MOD sung by STARFIRE's voice!!!!
secret #6: HIGHLIGHT "trailers"
=> creator's fun play on the series. Artwork drawings are shown.
Thanks to Matt Helms for tracking down this info! As always, you can help support this site by ordering the DVD through the link on the right. It also offers a great saving - the entire season for only $13.99! Plus a FREE Shipping option! Season One hits shelves Feb. 7th!
update >> february 1 >> 2006 |
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Nightwing Cameo on JLU
Nightwing makes a VERY brief cameo in the upcoming JLU episode, "Grudge Match." Here's how the network describes the episode: Roulette starts Metabrawl again, this time with an all-female fight card made up of Justice Leaguers. Check out the images here:
The episode has only aired in the UK, and is not yet scheduled to air in the United States. Thanks to Matt Helms for reporting this news!
update >> january 29 >> 2006 |
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Paul Dini Comments on JLU and Teen Titans
Paul Dini recently commented on JLU and Teen Titans on his livejournal: "I did an on camera interview with Bruce, David (Jimmy Olsen) Kaufman, Glen Murakami and Alan Burnett last night for the next (and last) SUPERMAN DVD set. Afterwards we went to dinner where Glen confirmed the end of TITANS, and Bruce said pretty much the same about JLU. There has been some talk about the JLU episodes airing earlier in the states, but that was still being debated at Cartoon Network. I forgot to ask Bruce how my Supergirl episode came out. Maybe I can get a preview if I'm at WB any time soon."
"I had heard people were getting more territorial with certain DC characters (no more Joker in JLU, for instance) but I didn't know the details. I knew two years ago when I left, that as heroes (and their villains) got snapped up in live movie options, it tended limited their appearances elsewhere."
update >> january 23 >> 2006 |
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Speedy Appears on Upcoming JLU
Speedy makes an animated appearance in the upcoming JLU episode, Patriot Act, as one of the Seven Soldiers of Victory! Comic book fans will recall that Speedy was a member of that Golden Age team of superheroes.
Here's how Cartoon Network describes the episode: When an out of control super soldier threatens Metropolis, Green Arrow leads seven non-powered Justice Leaguers, including Crimson Avenger and Shining Knight, in a battle they can’t hope to win.
Speedy's animated look on JLU is essentially a more grown-up version of his Teen Titans design. For images, check out Toon Zone's Speedy Bio for JLU. The episode has only aired in the UK, and is not yet scheduled to air in the United States. An interesting note: The JLU Speedy is voiced by Mike Erwin, who provided Speedy's voice on Teen Titans. This adds to the Teen Titans/JLU synergy established by Michael Rosenbaum voicing Flash on JLU and Kid Flash on Teen Titans.
Could Teen Titans and JLU actually exist in the same continuity? The way I figure it, TEEN TITANS is actually a prequel to BATMAN: THE ANIMATED SERIES. It takes place during Dick Grayson's high school years. And oh, it's told from Beast Boy's point-of-view, which accounts for the slightly skewed wackiness of the series.
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The Future of Teen Titans and JLU
Newsarama has published a very interesting article on WB Animation: "DOING THE LEAGUE JUSTICE: Timm & Tucker Talk About New Season…And Just What’s Up With WB Animation?" by Steve Fritz
Here's a segment from the article concerning the Teen Titans: "Here’s what I also know. When questioning both Warner Bros. and CN regarding the end of both the Teen Titans and the Justice League, both groups jumped on the defensive. CN, in particular, didn’t want me to think things were done with the Titans no matter what was being said. As proof they pointed out how the Titans had been moved to their new slot on the Miguzi afternoon block. As one of the channel’s most popular shows that does give me cause to pause."
"Personal speculation, supplemented by sources, makes me think we will be seeing more Titans and JL in some form or another. What will determine the future of the League will be the ratings of this upcoming season. As for everything else, I’ll be sitting back and waiting."
"On one final note, the Warners did tell me there is going to be a lot of announcements, in fact three sets of them, coming from them in the very near future. The first will be delivered during WonderCon this February 24-25. The second will be during the upfront sessions that will be held by Kids WB and CN on March 1. The last set will be around the middle of the March. "
But don't start throwing "Happy Blorthog" Parties yet! Keep in mind, much of the article is speculative; Also, I know for a fact that a few of the "development" projects Fritz talks about are in error. Also, Warner's could be referring to "Teen Titans: Trouble in Tokyo" DTV - which is a done deal and at the end of production.
The best thing EVERYONE can do is KEEP WRITING! Obviously, they are beginning to notice!
update >> january 14 >> 2006 |
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Episode Guide Updated with "Titans Together "
The episode guide has been updated with full episode notes and screenshots for the amazing "Titans Together"; Be sure to check out all the comic book references and record-number screen shots from ever-reliable John the Artist!
update >> january 12 >> 2006 |
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The More Things Change...
The upcoming episode, THINGS CHANGE, is the last Teen Titans episode of season five - and most likely the final episode of the Teen Titans series. After the final battle with the Brotherhood of Evil, what lies ahead for our favorite Titans characters?
Well, here's how the network describes the episode: “The Teen Titans are finally back home. But a walk through the city reveals that things are no longer as they remembered. And while Beast Boy wants everything to be just like it was in the past, he has to face the fact that in life things change.”
THINGS CHANGE is written by Story Editor Amy Wolfram. Expect the episode to contain a few small surprises. Amy revealed, "The way that I wrote that press blurb was very specific. It was written fairly vague, on purpose, because that will probably be our last episode. And it’s a wonderful, different way to end a season rather than doing a two-part fight."
Producer David Slack added, "Yes, that’s a nice little coda. Or, I should say, a nice big coda. Glen [Murakami] was talking about that episode back in season three. And ultimately, I think we couldn’t have found a better spot for it in the run of the series."
And Amy had some final thoughts on the season five closer, " It’s a nice way to remind us of who our characters are. I don’t know that’s it’s necessarily an end, a beginning or a middle. But it shows the characters, after having traveled a whole season, finally returning home. So it’s a nice way to go."
Look for THING CHANGE to air Monday, at a special time [4:00pm EST], on Cartoon Network.
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Titans Together!
In CALLING ALL TITANS and TITANS TOGETHER, there’s a lot of characters converging and battling; So is it challenging to write episodes like that and balance all the characters? Amy Wolfram, writer of CALLING ALL TITANS, as well as Story Editor, was quick to answer with a resounding, "Yes!"
Amy added, "For part one, CALLING ALL TITANS, that was definitely a challenge to have 54 characters fighting each other – and to have it build in a way that’s satisfying. So we used a trick from that old shampoo commercial, ‘so she told two friends, and he told two friends, and so on…’ So it’s constantly building exponentially, which I think was really cool."
So how were each of the face-offs created? Amy revealed, "The mixing and matching [of the characters] from my scenes came a lot from the board artists; They’d say, 'Wouldn’t it be cool if…' So I would say, 'Yeah. Let’s go for it.'"
Story Editor Rob Hoegee shared some of the process in creating the elaborate character-shuffling: "When we were doing the season finale episodes, you should have seen us. We got the big conference room here at the studio, which has a table that’s like 25 feet long. And the table was full of note cards - and had the artists draw a little picture of the character on each note card. So were literally mapped out where each character was at what point and what they were doing. It was really quite daunting."
The conclusion of the ambitious storyline airs Saturday in TITANS TOGETHER, written by Rob Hoegee. Here's how the network describes the episode: All seems lost for young heroes across the globe: they have been spread far and wide, their lines of communication have been severed, and one by one, the Brotherhood of Evil takes them down. But as The Brain claims his victory is assured, one brave hero manages to slip thorough the Brotherhood of Evil's grasp.
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Episode Guide Updated with "Calling All Titans"
The episode guide has been updated with full episode notes and screenshots for "Calling All Titans "; Be sure to check out all the comic book references and record-number screen shots from ever-reliable John the Artist!
update >> january 10 >> 2006 |
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New Teen Titans Avatars Added
Customize your Message Board experience! New Teen Titans Avatars are here! Below is just a sampling.... there is much much more on the Teen Titans Avatar Page.
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update >> january 9 >> 2006 |
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The Challenge of Jericho
Comic book hero Jericho just made his animated debut in CALLING ALL TITANS. Jericho seems to be problematic to adapt for the purposes of the show – he’s mute, uses sign language, his power is to possess people… and he’s Slade’s son. Many of those elements appear challenging to translate well; Was Jericho a challenge?
Story Editor Rob Hoegee kindly provided some answers: “There was a great deal of discussion about Jericho and how we might be able to use him – and whether he was worthy of an episode. Everyone agrees he’s an interesting character – but it would be difficult to focus a whole episode on him. Since Jericho uses sign language, there were concerns that wouldn’t animate well. We wanted to do justice to the character, but it just didn’t work out to center a whole episode around him. But we do see Jericho. And he does play a big part in wrapping the season up.”
Look for Jericho – and many more Titans – in TITANS TOGETHER, airing this Saturday!
update >> january 8 >> 2006 |
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Teen Titans: Trouble in Tokyo
A few months ago, titanstower.com reported the title of the upcoming Teen Titans Direct-To-Video upcoming movie: Teen Titans: Tokyo. It appears there's been a title change, according to insiders. The new title is Teen Titans: Trouble in Tokyo. Look for more news on this project soon!
update >> january 6 >> 2006 |
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"Calling All Titans" Episode Details
This Saturday, Cartoon Network airs the third-to-last Teen Titans episode. "Calling All Titans." Here's how the network describes the episode: The final game has begun. While the Titans are spread out throughout the globe on one last mission, Brotherhood mastermind the Brain makes his move. Robin has a strategy of his own, but as ALL the villains begin taking down ALL the superheroes ALL at once, will it be enough to save his friends?
Look for a bunch of surprises, including cameos from new and old Titans alike! Characters like The Brain, Monsieur Mallah, Argent, Bushido, Pantha, Kole, Gnarrk, Hive Five, Titans East, Madame Rouge Lightning, Overload, Thunder, Steamroller, Instigator, Atlas, Kardiak, Psimon, Kyd Wykkyd all make appearances. Also look for a sly reference to a locale from the 1960's era Teen Titans.
Comic book fans: Look for the animated debuts of Titans favorites like Argent, Bushido and Pantha - possibly more. "Calling All Titans" is written by Amy Wolfram. Also, take a look below at some new model sheets - including Bushido! Click on the image to enlarge.
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update >> january 2 >> 2006 |
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Season Five Schedule Update AGAIN!
I think Larry The Titan is running the Cartoon Network schedule. Yup, it's changed yet again! The remaining season five episodes will air of the following days:
Saturday, Jan. 7th: "Calling All Titans"
Saturday, Jan. 14th: "Titans Together"
Monday, Jan. 16th: "Things Change" at a special time
update >> january 2 >> 2006 |
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DVD Sneak Peek
Comics Continuum reports some news on the upcoming Teen Titans DVD release: "Warner Home Video has provided The Continuum with a preview of Teen Titans: The Complete First Season, a two-disc DVD set that will arrive in stores on Feb. 7.The "Finding Their Voices" featurette spotlights the cast of the show, along with producer David Slack and voice director Andrea Romano. The cast members talk about how they arrived at the voices for their chraacters, and Slack reveals that those choices also influenced the writing of the show. "
Click here for screen images from the DVD!
As always, you can help support this site by ordering the DVD through the link on the right. It also offers a great saving - the entire season for only $13.99! Plus a FREE Shipping option!
update >> december 24 >> 2005 |
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Cyborg Actor in Smallville
Comics Continuum reports that Lee Thompson Young is playing Cyborg in an upcoming episode of The WB's Smallville: "Young, 21, starred for three seasons in Disney Channel's The Famous Jett Jackson. He also appeared in the film Friday Night Lights and will be in the upcoming series South Beach. His other TV guest spots include Jake 2.0 and The Guardian and he has provided voice roles for The Proud Family and Xiaolin Showdown. The "Cyborg" episode of Smallville will likely air during the February sweeps. "
Click here for an image of Young.
update >> december 22 >> 2005 |
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Episode Guide Updated with "Go"
The episode guide has been updated with full episode notes and screenshots for "Go"; Be sure to check out all the comic book references and inside jokes!
update >> december 21 >> 2005 |
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Comic Book Creators Get Animated
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Most people noticed the appearance of Teen Titans artist, George Pérez, in the episode GO! But that wasn't his first animated appearance in the series. Look back to season five's episode, HIDE AND SEEK, where Raven secures safe haven for three super-powered Tyke Titans. Do the three monks look familiar?
The three monks are animated versions of three Teen Titans comic book creators: The man with the glasses and white hair is classic Teen Titans artist Nick Cardy ; The man with the grey goatee is New Teen Titans artist and co-creator George Pérez; And the thin man with glasses in New Teen Titans writer and co-creator, Marv Wolfman. Click on the image to enlarge.
update >> december 21 >> 2005 |
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Extras! Extras! For Teen Titans DVD Set
A Press Release from Warner Bros. reveals more about Teen Titans - The Complete 1st Season DVD set: Warner Home Video will release Teen Titans - The Complete First Season, the very popular Cartoon Network Series. The Teen Titans compose an elite group of five heroes Robin, Starfire, Raven, Cyborg and Beast Boy that unlike their Super Hero predecessors, have no secret identities under which to disguise themselves. The Titans, who live in Titans Tower, have banded together to combat their arch nemesis, Slade, and his evil minions. The DVD contains all 13 episodes of the first season on 2 discs with DVD extras including:
* Featurettes: Finding Their Voices [8:13], Comic Creations [21:52], Puffy Ami Yumi music video [4:00] , Sneak Peak at Hi Hi Puffy Ami Yumi [0:37] , Puffy Ami Yumi interview/featurette [13:03],Toon Topia—The Hiro’s Episodes 1 & 2
* Challenges: Easter Eggs: What Is Your Favorite Beast Boy Transformations [TRT: 00:40], Who is The Coolest Villain [0:24],What is The Coolest Teen Titans Gadget [0:25],Jokesters [0:35],Mad Mod World Music Video [2:54], Teen Titans Thank You [0:24]
"We at Warner Home Video are pleased to be releasing this incredible collection of superhero series simultaneously" said Dorinda Marticorena, WHV Vice President, Kids and Sports Marketing. "With countless video games, television series and films named after them, it is no wonder that Batman and the Teen Titans are at the height of their popularity. What better way to ring in the New Year than adding these terrific titles to your DC Comics Kids Super Hero collection."
Street Date: February 7, 2006
update >> december 20 >> 2005 |
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Wolfman and Pérez Get Animated
From the website of Marv Wolfman, co-creator of the New Teen Titans: "Although writer/story-editor/Producer David Slack told me it was coming up awhile back, by the time yesterday's Teen Titans episode, "Go!" came out I completely forgot that George Pérez and I made a little cameo in it. During one of the early battles btween Robin and Starfire they pan up to a rooftop and two of the people there are George and me. George is the huge bearded guy in the Hawaiian shirt (George in real life is NOT that Samoan looking) and I'm the skinny guy next to him. (In real life I am anything but anorexic)."
update >> december 16 >> 2005 |
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David Slack on Delivering "Go"
The upcoming episode, "Go," is an origin story written by series Producer/Writer, David Slack. At one point, it seemed like such an episode would never get made. So is there any pressure in delivering such a highly anticipated episode?
"Um... Ye-ah!," David answered, with mock-emphasis. "Always. You never want to write anything bad. But there's always pressure. For this one, I guess tremendous pressure. It actually became a little complicated to write. But I couldn't have picked a more fitting story for my final script on the series. Because it was really fun to do, and truly challenging to write. Usually in a standard episode, you would have an A plot with the villain, a B plot that's emotional and a C plot 'runner.' But for this one to work properly, I had to have 5 plots - one for each of the Titans. So however simplified, there had to be a little arc for each character - because that's how the story had to work. So it was a lot to fit into a half hour. But I was really pleased with the way that one came out. I think there's some cool stuff in there and I hope people enjoy it."
Story Editor Rob Hoegee assures us all, "I think it really turned out great."
Look for "Go!" this Saturday, December 17th.
update >> december 16 >> 2005 |
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Season Five Schedule Update
A source close to production of Teen Titans has provided titanstower.com with some updated scheduling information. The remaining season five episodes will air of the following days:
Saturday, Jan. 16th: "Calling All Titans" [repeat on Jan. 21st]
Saturday, Jan. 28th: "Titans Together"
Saturday, Feb. 4th: "Things Change"
update >> december 15 >> 2005 |
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Raven & Beast Boy Shippers
Ever since the episode, NEVERMORE, fans of the animated series have looked for hints of a Raven/Beast Boy romantic pairing. Although it looks unlikely in the animated series, the comic book is a whole 'nother story. DC's Teen Titans seems to be exploring the Beast Boy/Raven romance. Krystal Method from the Geoff Johns Message Board has scanned in a page from the just-released Teen Titans #30. Raven & Beast Boy shippers, hold your breathe and click here.
update >> december 14 >> 2005 |
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Episode Guide & Character Page Updated
The episode guide has been updated with full episode notes and screenshots for "Revved Up"! Be sure to check out the character page for new info on Red X, Ding Dong Daddy, Kid Flash, Jinx and Kyd Wykkyd!
update >> december 14 >> 2005 |
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Season Five Wraps Up in January
Comics Continuum has reported that the final season five episodes will be airing in January:
Saturday, Jan. 7: "Calling All Titans"
Saturday, Jan. 14: "Titans Together"
Saturday, Jan. 21: "Things Change"
update >> december 13 >> 2005 |
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Teen Titans Are "Go"!
The Teen Titans airs its newest episode, entitled "Go." this Saturday, December 17th. Here's how the network describes this episode: " How did ROBIN meet STARFIRE? What was BEAST BOY's first joke? Why did CYBORG build his Sonic Cannon? When did RAVEN first call the Titans her friends? Return to the very beginning and see how it all started – from the word "GO!"
The episode is written by Writer-Producer David Slack. Having just finished writing the direct-to-video "Teen Titans: Tokyo," this is David's only script in season five.
When the series first began the animated staff steered away from an origin story. So what made them go back and do in now? I asked David that very question! Here's his answer: "After I finished writing the Direct-To-Video, there was one episode slot left in season five. [Story Editors] Rob [Hoegee] and Amy [Wolfram] were kind enough to let me come in and write that episode. We originally thought the finale for season five was going to be in three parts - but it ended up being two. So we had this set-up episode - and then decided we didn't need it. It was eventually Rob who sold us on the fact, "We should do this now." We never wanted to do it just to do it. But as Rob mentioned, this really felt right within the arc. We expanded the group of Titans and the connections between them; This new generation of heroes is being threatened. So it seemed like the perfect time to look back on how it all started."
Rob Hoegee added, "Another thing was this: All season long we slowly were pulling our characters apart. So it made total sense to have an episode where it shows them all coming together for the first time."
Look for more on "Go" later this week!
update >> december 12 >> 2005 |
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Robin Joins "The Batman" in Season Four
Legions of Gotham has reported that Robin will be introduced in the fourth season of "The Batman." Matt from Legion of Gothams reports: "I've heard from a few reputable sources now that since we're getting a season four, and since Titans was indeed cancelled....thats right....we WILL be seeing a new version of the boy wonder....ROBIN!"
titanstower.com has confirmed with a reliable source that the news is indeed true. Designs on Robin have already commenced. It certainly sheds some more light on the decision to end production on Teen Titans. But that doesn't mean we should stop trying to Save Season Six!
update >> december 11 >> 2005 |
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Preview "Go"
John the Artist does it again! He's already got screen caps for the long-awaited origin episode, "Go", which airs this Saturday. Look for more on "Go" this week at titanstower.com!
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Cyborg Heading For Smallville
The excellent http://www.kryptonsite.com reports a Teen Titan will be heading for Smallville: "The fifteenth episode of Smallville's fifth season will feature a guest appearance by a popular member of DC Comics' Teen Titans. The hero in question this time around is Cyborg, a character who rose to popularity in the classic Marv Wolfman/George Perez New Teen Titans comics who also is features on the Cartoon Network's Teen Titans animated series. The title of the episode is, of course, "Cyborg.""
More details from titanstower.com as they develop!
update >> december 8 >> 2005 |
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Teen Titans Start Their Engines For "Revved Up"
The Teen Titans upcoming episode, REVVED UP, airs this Saturday. The episode is written by John Espisito ["Revolution"]. This adventure features the extremely obscure Teen Titans villain, Ding Dong Daddy - as well as the return of Red X.
Story Editor Rob Hoegee spilled some details about this episode: "We had always talked about doing a "Wacky Races" episode. I think long before we even decided to put Ding Dong Daddy in it. We wanted to do that type of "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World" meets "Cannonball Run" meets "Wacky Races" meets "Teen Titans." So as we looked at that story, it seemed like the perfect excuse to use Ding Dong Daddy - who is quite an obscure villain in the comics. And we actually got David Johansen - otherwise known as Buster Poindexter - also former the singer of the New York Dolls - to do the voice for him. That was a great surprise. He really brings that character to life. John Espisito - who wrote REVOLUTION - was the writer on that one. And he did a great job."
And what about the return of Red X in REVVED UP? Rob was more tight-lipped about the mysterious character's reappearance. " He does make a brief appearance," Rob noted. "I hope the fans are satisfied with his brief appearance in this one. That's all I can say right now.”
Here's how the network describes the episode: " Robin's most prized possession is stolen by the hip hot-rodder DING DONG DADDY, and to get it back they're going to have to beat him in a cross-country ROAD RACE. But with Ding Dong Daddy making the rules and a few unexpected rivals joining in the competition, it's anyone's guess who will cross the finish line first! "
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Obscure Ding Dong Daddy Gets Animated
Ding Dong Daddy makes his animated debut in the upcoming episode, "Revved Up." Ding Dong Daddy had exactly one appearance in TEEN TITANS #3 [1966]. The President's Commission on Education asked the Teen Titans to help deal with the problem of High School dropouts. In the town of Harrison, the young heroes discovered dropouts being hired by Ding-Dong Daddy Dowd, proprietor of a custom hot-rod and bike shop. Uncovering evidence that Dowd's operation was a front for criminals, the Titans went undercover as would-be drop-outs and exposed his schemes, and persuaded his teenage employees to return to school.
For more on Ding Dong Daddy, visit his page at titanstower.com.
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Bandai Announces Titans Toys For Spring 2006
Continuing to score major ratings among boys 2-11, the Teen Titans are back for a fifth season of pizza, teamwork and “boo-yahs!” Beginning January, young fans and adult collectors alike will flip over the dynamic packaging, products and play patterns. Bandai’s lineup features new 1.5” miniatures that also offer a unique game component; collectible 3.5” figures; deluxe 5-6” feature figures with various accessories and action stands; vehicles and role-play items. Also debuting is an LCD game that doubles as the Titans’ battle communicator and interacts with specially packed game cards that come in every single toy.
Check out Bandai's products announcements with images on this page!
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New Teen Titans Avatars Added
Customize your Message Board experience! New Teen Titans Avatars are here! Below is just a sampling.... there is much much more on the Teen Titans Avatar Page.
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Episode Guide Updated
The episode guide has been updated with full episode notes and screenshots for "Hide & Seek" and "Lightspeed"!
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Adam Beechen: Titans Toon to Robin
Adam Beechen - who has written Teen Titans episodes for Cartoon Network - is slated to write the Robin ongoing comic book series is 2006. Adam has written memorable episodes such as Mad Mod, Forces of Nature, Only Human and Haunted. His series credits also include The Batman, X-Men: Evolution, Jackie Chan Adventures, Hi Hi Puffy Amiyumi among many others.
newsarama.com writes: "we caught up with upcoming new Robin writer Adam Beechen, who along will penciler Karl Kerschl (Adventures of Superman) will make up the new ongoing series’ new regular creative team. [...] ”Tom was kind enough to let me pitch to him,” explained Beechen. “I wrote a story for that book, and then was given the assignment of writing Justice League Unlimited when that book started. Editor Eddie Berganza liked my work there, and we’d talk from time to time about my writing something for DC outside the “Johnny DC” titles. When Infinite Crisis came along, and so many books were getting 'fresh starts', Eddie very kindly suggested me to Dan DiDio for Robin. Eddie and I worked up a proposal, Dan dug it, and here we are!"
Read the full article here.
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Teen Titans - Back of Box Shows Titan-ic Extras For Season Set!
According to tvshowsondvd.com: "Warner announced a couple of weeks ago the Feb. 7th release of Teen Titans - The Complete 1st Season. As we mentioned at the time, all of these episodes have previously been released on DVD, so the news of a season set may not excite everybody. However, at the time we didn't know about all the extras that would be on board!"
- "Finding Their Voices" - The Secret Information Behind the Making of Teen Titans
- Toon Topia Bonus Cartoons - The Hiros Episodes 1 and 2
- Comic Creations - From Comic Book to Cartoon
- Puffy Ami Yumi Featurette - The Ultra-Hip Female Group Performs and Talks About Its Hit Teen Titans Theme Song
- Puffy Ami Yumi Music Video
- Sneak Peek at Hi Hi Puffy Ami Yumi TV Show
A few of those extras were on past DVD releases - but there are a couple of new extras as well. Including " Comic Creations " is a great move. Look for season one February 7, 2006!
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The Voice Behind Kid Flash
As previously reported here at titanstower.com, Michael Rosenbaum will provide the voice for Kid Flash. The creative team hinted at the San Diego Comic Con that Kid Flash's identity under the mask would be more obvious than the mystery surrounding Robin's identity. I recently caught up with Rob Hoegee, who wrote the episode, "Lightspeed", which features the debut of Kid Flash. I pointed out how the casting of Rosenbaum created some symmetry with the Wally West Flash from Justice League. "Interesting coincidence!," Rob chuckled.
"As we were thinking about the voice of Kid Flash," Rob continued, "we thought, if we're going to use Kid Flash, "Wouldn't it be great if we could get Michael to do the voice?" As luck would have it, he was available and we got him to do it!" So I guess it's pretty obvious who is behind that Kid Flash mask! Look for Kid Flash speeding in your television on the Saturday, December 3rd episode of Teen Titans!
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Behind the Scenes of Teen Titans Go!
jtorresonline.com - the website of Teen Titans Go! comic writer J Torres - gives a behind-the-scenes peek of the creation of the comic! Check out JTO forum: for the never-before-seen "switched" costume designs and color guides by Todd Nauck which were used in "Power Failure" (a.k.a. TEEN TITANS GO #24)...
Here's what Phillip Hayes of Paperback Reader recently said of TEEN TITANS GO DIGEST VOLUME 3: "...One of the best things about this book is the fact each story is self contained which is rare in comics these days... The characters are dead on thanks to J. Torres. You can tell he not only has fun writing this comic but he knows what he is doing. He makes you feel like these are the same Titans you watch on TV..." If you haven't checked out the comic, do yourself a favor!
Remember: Teen Titans Go! Books and subscriptions make GREAT holiday gifts. PLUS, you support this site with every purchase through amazon. Browse the books here: Teen Titans Go
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Sneak Peek Kid Flash!
The amazing John The Artist has dazzled once again with his screen-cappery. Check out some images direct from the upcoming episode, "Lightspeed." John has posted the here. Stay tooned for more on "Lightspeed" later this week!
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Kid Flash Offers New Perspective in "Lightspeed"
Kid Flash is slated to appear in the fifth season of Teen Titans in the upcoming episode, "Lightspeed". A founding member of the comic book super-team, many fans have been anxiously awaiting his animated appearance. The episode is written by Rob Hoegee. Rob recently offered up some hints on the nature of that episode: “Without getting into details, it’s an interesting perspective on a Teen Titans story. With emphasis on “Perspective.” Season five is in a lot of ways a departure from the way we did things previously. We’re at a point where we can take some chances and tell some different kinds of stories.”
Which Kid Flash will be featured in the episode? An insider reveals that unlike Robin, it should be "fairly obvious" who is under the mask this time! You can do your Kid Flash homework and visit the Kid Flash [Wally West] page and the Kid Flash II [Bart Allen] page to start your own theories.
Here's how the network describes the episode: "With Titans dispatched across the globe, members of the Hive Five figure they have it made. Unfortunately their city-wide crime spree is cut short when a new hero in town spoils the fun. Handing him over to the Brotherhood of Evil may score the Hive Five points, but actually catching this lightning-fast do-gooder is much harder than it seems." Lightspeed airs December 3rd. Look for more on this episode later this week!
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Cartoon Network Officially Passes On Season Six
Titanstower.com has gotten some bad news from the production staff of Teen Titans: It looks like Cartoon Network is officially passing on a sixth season of Teen Titans. Although this news seems discouraging, we all knew the prospects for another season looked grim.
But that doesn't mean our campaign should end. Actually, it should be accelerated. Chances are, the letters that have been sent so far may not have made an impact... Yet. Keep writing. Keep sending. Shows like Kim Possible and Family Guy have been brought back after their 'official' cancellations.
Don't let this news discourage you from writing. As a matter of fact, it's more important than ever to get those letters in! Titans Fans, Go! Save Season Six!
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Teen Titans: The Complete First Season Officially Announced
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Price: $19.98 SRP
Release date: February 7, 2006
Information:
Warner Bros. has made an official announcement concerning the release of Teen Titans: The Complete First Season DVD set. The set with contain two discs containing all 13 season one episodes. The set will be packaged in a more durable amaray case, rather than the much-hated snapper case. The packaging reflects the more recent packaged sets - such as "Batman: The Animated Series" and "Superman: The Animated Series."
No extras are listed yet. Stay tuned for more information on that.
Teen Titans: The Complete First Season
Announce Date: 11/16/05
Street Date: 2/7/06
Closed Captioning: Yes
MSRP: $19.98
Packaging Type: Amaray Case
Disc Configuration: 1) 9-Dual Layer 2) 9-Dual Layer
Run Time: 286
Subtitles:
English, Francais, Espanol
Aspect Ratio:
Original Aspect Ratio - 1.33, Standard [4:3 Transfer]
update >> november 17 >> 2005 |
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Save Season Six: Update
As of November 15th, a source very close to production of Teen Titans has alerted titanstower.com: The prospect of a sixth season of the popular series is looking very, very, very dim. So if anyone was inclined to start a letter writing campaign, it needs to be started yesterday!
I've created a brand new Save Season Six Page. Please link to it and feel free to use one of the banner links to the page I've provided. I also added a campaign letter - so people can sign and send very simply! The best bet is to start a letter writing campaign with individual heartfelt letters stating you would like the show to continue. MAKE SURE TO PUT "SAVE TEEN TITANS!" BIG AND BOLD ON THE OUTSIDE ENVELOPE!
I'm going to see if there is someone in programming we should contact directly. Keep the faith: Shows like Kim Possible have been saved by fan outrage at early cancellation. Spread the word and tell your friends. Titans Fans - Go!
Cartoon Network Official Mailing Address:
SAVE TEEN TITANS! [Big and Bold]
Cartoon Network
1050 Techwood Drive
Atlanta, GA 30318
update >> november 16 >> 2005 |
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Teen Titans DVD Season Sets Coming
The always-reliable tvshowsondvd.com has reported some Teen Titans dvd news: "The first six episodes were released on DVD in Sept. 2004, and the remaining seven from the first season were released on DVD this past April. If you already have both of these discs, then you own the complete first season, and so this news might not bowl you over. But for those of you who held off, or are just late to discovering the great fun of this terrific series, then you'll want to know that Warner Home Video is all set to release Teen Titans - The Complete 1st Season!"
Look for this to arrive in stores on February 7th. The cost will be $19.98 SRP for a single disc (possibly double-sided? We're not sure) that will contain all 13 episodes. It's a bummer to re-buy season one, but it's great that Warner Bros. FINALLY sees the market for season sets.
update >> november 15 >> 2005 |
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Teen Titans' Sixth Season Looks Unlikely
A source very close to production of Teen Titans has alerted titanstower.com: The prospect of a sixth season of the popular series is looking very, very, very dim. So if anyone was inclined to start a letter writing campaign, it needs to be started yesterday!
If you feel there are more Titans stories to be told, let Cartoon Network know how you feel. Snail mail is the most effective way. Scores of individual letters have the most impact; Petitions are generally worthless in networks' eyes. The best bet is to start a letter writing campaign with individual heartfelt letters stating you would like the show to continue.
Cartoon Network Official Mailing Address:
SAVE TEEN TITANS! [Big and Bold]
Cartoon Network
1050 Techwood Drive
Atlanta, GA 30318
Cartoon Network Feedback on the web
Spread the word and tell your friends. Titans Fans - Go!
update >> november 15 >> 2005 |
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Episode Guide Updated
The episode guide has been updated with full episode notes and screenshots for "Snowblind" and "Kole"!
update >> november 12 >> 2005 |
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Character Page Updated
Be sure to check out the character page for new info on Red Star, Kole, Gnarrk and Dr. Light!
update >> november 11 >> 2005 |
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"Hide And Seek " Episode Details
A new episode, "Hide And Seek ", premieres tonight on Cartoon Network's Miguzi. The same episode airs Saturday in its regular timeslot. Here's how the network describes the episode: With the other Teen Titans off fighting exciting battles with the Brotherhood of Evil, Raven is left with the worst task of all -- transporting three rambunctious future superheroes to safety. But this simple task turns into an adventure in babysitting as Raven and her young charges are chased through the Alps by the Brotherhood of Evil's Msr. Mallah.
The episode features the debut of three characters created specifically for the animated series: Timmy Tantrum, Teether and Melvin. This one's written by Amy Wolfram ["Terra", "Betrothed" and "Kole" among others]. Look for Simpsons' voice actor Russi Taylor [Martin Prince] as Timmy Tantrum/Melvin. Taylor is also the modern voice actor for Mickey Mouse.
update >> november 8 >> 2005 |
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9 Questions With Tara Strong
Tara Strong plays Raven, the mystical, gothic and slightly creepy hero. Freelance writer Kevin Gunn caught up with Tara for a quick Q&A session. Click here for the interview.
update >> november 3 >> 2005 |
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"Kole" Episode Details
A new episode, "Kole", airs this Saturday. Here's how the network describes the episode: While in the Arctic Circle, the Teen Titans once again take on Dr. Light. And when an accident sends the Titans through the ice, they discover a new exotic Underworld --and two new superheroes, Kole and her caveman sidekick Gnarrk.
This one's written by Amy Wolfram ["Terra", "Betrothed" and "Trust" among others]. Look for Dee Bradley Baker as Gnarrk and Rodger Bumpass as Dr. Light.
Kole and Gnarrk are both characters taken from the comic book series. A gentle Caveman out of his own time, Gnarrk first appeared in Teen Titans #33 [1971]. He bonded with the Titan Lilith Clay before his tragic death. Kole was introduced in New Teen Titans (second series) #9 [1985]. The gentle crystal spinner Kole Weathers gained powers as a product of her father's bizarre experiments. Kole was rescued by the Titans and grew close to Jericho before her untimely demise in the Crisis on Infinite Earths. Look for the NEWLY REVISED entries for Gnarrk and Kole here at titanstower.com - with even more info and images!
So how much will th characters borrow from their comic book counterparts? Writer Amy Wolfram offers some hints: "She has some similarities to her comic book version, but she has some new things, too. We have the great fortune of having a lot of great characters – Titans East and honorary Titans. We definitely have a lot of good ones we can use."
update >> november 1 >> 2005 |
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David Slack Upholding "Law & Order"
Former Teen Titans Story Editor/Producer David Slack makes his primetime television writing debut with a brand-new "Law & Order" episode this week. David's first episode of "Law & Order", entitled "Birthright", airs on NBC this Wednesday, November 2nd at 10pm Eastern and Pacific / 9pm Central and Mountain.
At the 2005 San Diego ComiCon, Producer Sam Register announced David would be writing for "Law & Order." One of the executives of "Law & Order" even knew David from his work on Teen Titans! But David Slack isn't quite done with the Titans yet; Look for a very special season five episode from David, as well as the upcoming direct-to-video feature, TEEN TITANS: TOKYO, which is just finishing production.
update >> october 25th >> 2005 |
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"Snowblind" Episode Details
A new episode, "Snowblind", airs this Saturday. Here's how the network describes the episode: "While battling a mysterious creature in the wilds of Siberia, Starfire is lost in a blinding snowstorm. A reclusive young soldier named Red Star comes to her aid and the two become fast friends. When Robin and the rest of the Titans arrive, they discover Red Star hides not only a tragic past, but a destructive secret."
Titanstower.com recently caught up with Rob Hoegee, who penned the episode featuring Red Star. Rob spilled some info: “I did read up a little about Red Star [in the comic books]. He’s coming up in an episode called SNOWBLIND. We wanted to create our own take on that character. Other than his name and his costume and a bit of his backstory, he is very much a new take on that character. But he is still from Russia, like in the comics.”
The episode is written by Rob Hoegee ["The End [part two]," "Employee of the Month"]. Red Star's voice is provided by Jason Marsden, who also played Billy Numerous. Also look for Ed O'Ross as the character, Raskov.
update >> october 25th >> 2005 |
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More Schedule Changes
More schedule shuffling at Cartoon Network! Here's the upcoming new episodes scheduled to air:
Saturday, October 29th: Snowblind
Saturday, November 5th: Kole
Saturday, November 12th: Hide & Seek
Saturday, November 19th: Lightspeed
update >> october 20th >> 2005 |
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Episode Guide & Character Page Updated
The episode guide has been updated with full episode notes and screenshots for "For Real"! Also, be sure to check out the character page for new info on Control Freak, Titans East and Andre Le Blanc!
update >> october 19th >> 2005 |
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Schedule Changes
There will be no new episode of Teen Titans for this Saturday, October 22nd. Instead, Cartoon Network will have a special programming event. "Snowblind" has been rescheduled for Saturday, October 29th at 8:00pm. The next new episode, "Kole", will air on a special night and time: Wednesday, November 2nd at 7:30pm.
update >> october 14th >> 2005 |
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Episode Details on "For Real"
A brand-new episode of Teen Titans airs this Saturday, "For Real " Here's how the network describes the episode: Control Freak returns to Titan Tower with “The Ultimate Titans Challenge”, a series of events designed specifically to challenge the Teen Titans. But what happens to Control Freak’s big plan when he finds himself facing not the “real” Titans – but the Titans East?
Internet Movie Database list the following credits:
"For Real" guest appearances:
Dee Bradley Baker - Silkie/Le Blanc
Mike Erwin - Speedy/Computer Geek
T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh - Bumblebee/Old Lady/Young Boy/Computer Geek (voice)
Alexander Polinsky - Control Freak/Computer Geek (voice)
Freddy Rodriguez - Mas y Menos (voice)
Wil Wheaton - Aqualad/Computer Geek (voice)
This episode is written by Melody Fox - who penned the popular episode, "Stranded," from season four. It features the return of Control Freak - and Titans East! It also features the animated debut of comic book villain, Le Blanc, a French jewel thief whose first and only appearance was way back in Teen Titans #18. Look for this episode to solidify the role of Titans East for season five!
update >> october 11th >> 2005 |
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Kid Flash First Look
Comics Continuum has provided a first look at Kid Flash! You can view the story here. As previously reported here at titanstower.com, Michael Rosenbaum will provide the voice for Kid Flash. The creative team hinted at the San Diego ComiCon that Kid Flash's identity under the mask would be more obvious than the mystery surrounding Robin's identity. Perhaps the largest