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Post by Alex Matthews on Jun 17, 2021 18:21:15 GMT -6
First season was underwhelming, but I really enjoyed S2, especially the inclusion of the delicious Joshua Orpin as Connor/Superboy and Dick's eventual transition into 'Nightwing'. My only real point of contention was the casting of Iain Glenn as Bruce Wayne - he felt totally miscast to me, giving off more of an Alfred-vibe as I saw it...
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 13, 2020 8:23:35 GMT -6
So, I was going to wait to read the first five or six episodes together... Yeah, that didn't happen  Downloaded the first three the other day, and today I finally had some time to read 5x01. All I can say... WHOA! "Watchtower" is BACK, BABY!! I was hooked from the first scene and devoured the whole episode as quickly as I could. Loved it from start to finish! But I have to say, my absolute favourite parts of it where the pre-Season One premiere flashbacks. It felt very satisfying to finally have all the questions I had when I first read that episode way back when answered in full... This season is going to be your piece de resistance, Jack. I can feel it within my aged bones |
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Post by Alex Matthews on Feb 22, 2019 5:16:28 GMT -6
Just downloaded all the 'new' versions of S1 episodes, gonna do a "Nightfall" binge over the next couple of days, methinks, to prep for S2! Hopefully, this time, I'll actually get around to leaving a review of some kind!  |
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 29, 2018 15:48:43 GMT -6
 Airdate: Oct 29th, 2018Guest Star(s): Kelly Rowan, Gina Rodriquez, Indira Varma, Eddie Cahill, Jaime Ray Newman, Meghan Ory, Sarah Bolger, Liam Cunningham, Colin O'Donoghue, French Stewart, with Jason Bateman, Anthony Michael Hall, Erica Durance and Bruce Boxleitner. The VPN's Official Description: SCREAM ME, DEADLY - SILVER BANSHEE RETURNS. While Toby ( guest star Kelly Rowan) deals with the mystery behind the death of someone close to her, she is approached by none other than Lois Lane ( special guest star Erica Durance). The S.C.U. deal with the arrival of an infamous mobster to Metropolis, who is hunting down his estranged daughter. Madame Xanadu ( guest star Indira Varma) finds herself pulled into the case when a vision warns her of a terrible evil about to be unleashed. Jill Teed, David Patkaeu, Chris Lowell, Tembi Locke, Fran Kranz, Felicia Day, Fred Weller and Katee Sackhoff also star. Writer: Alex M. P. Matthews Beta-Reader/Graphic Artist: Darrin McCann
Season 2 "M:SCU" will return at a later
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 22, 2018 8:45:14 GMT -6
 Airdate: Oct 22nd, 2018Guest Star(s): Kelly Rowan, Mark Pellegrino, Eddie Cahill, Peter Facinelli, Nathaniel Buzolic, Meghan Ory, Natalie Dormer, Adam Copeland, Julie Gonzalo, Todd Sherry and Jason Bateman. The VPN's Official Description: A LOVED ONE THREATENED - An attempt on Toby's ( guest star Kelly Rowan) life pushes Maggie ( Teed) into overprotective mode, so she and Trayce ( Sackhoff) work together to keep Toby safe and track the suspect. Dibny ( Weller) and Danny ( Paetkau) partner up to try and figure out who is responsible for the dumping of dead bodies - all killed by 'starlight' overdoses - in the West River. Kitty ( Day) and Todd ( Lowell) both try to come to terms with their new status quos, while Beth's ( Locke) relationship with Rick Tyler ( special guest star Jason Bateman) moves to a new level on their first official date. Fran Kranz also stars. Writer: Alex M. P. Matthews Beta-Reader/Graphic Artist: Darrin McCann |
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 15, 2018 11:30:48 GMT -6
 Airdate: Oct 15th, 2018Guest Star(s): Kelly Rowan, Jodi-Lynn O'Keefe, Jonathon Groff, Luke Macfarlane, Mark Pellegrino, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Patrick Fabian, Kristen Lehman, Dominic Sherwood, Penelope Mitchell, Cody Runnells, Kelli Williams, Dylan Bruce, Claire Coffee, Tom T. Choi with Elena Satine and Alan Ritchson. The VPN's Official Description: SECRETS LAID BARE - Part 2 of 2. Maggie ( Teed) must deal with the fallout after a theft from the Metropolis Museum while Dibny ( Weller) deals with his inner demons, and help the Unit work to locate both the precious artifact and the family of thieves who took it. Todd ( Lowell), haunted by a secret, finds himself turning to old flame Tommy ( guest star Luke Macfarlane) for support as he continues to deal with recent changes in his life. Kitty ( Day) finds herself at a career crossroad. David Paetkau, Tembi Locke, Fran Kranz and Katee Sackhoff also star. Writer: Alex M. P. Matthews Beta-Reader/Graphic Artist: Darrin McCann |
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 15, 2018 11:25:43 GMT -6
 Airdate: Oct 15th, 2018Guest Star(s): Kelly Rowan, Jodi-Lynn O'Keefe, Eddie Cahill, Mark Pellegrino, Jonathon Groff, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Luke Macfarlane, Dylan Bruce, Ryan Guzman, Patrick Fabian, Kristen Lehmen, Dominic Sherwood, Penelope Mitchell, Cody Runnells, Orny Adams, Claire Coffee, Tom T. Choi with Elena Satine and Alan Ritchson with a special appearance by Tom Welling. The VPN's Official Description: TWO VERY DIFFERENT ROYAL FAMILIES - Part 1 of 2. The S.C.U. is tasked with fortifying the Metropolis Museum when it plays host to an ancient artifact on loan from the Atlantean people, while the city itself prepares for the arrival of the first official visit from Atlantis, attending a diplomatic summit. Kitty ( series star Felicia Day) re-evaluates what she wants out of her career at S.T.A.R. Labs, while Dibny ( Fred Weller) finds himself dealing with a spectre from his past as he investigates rumours of a particularly infamous gang of thieves having arrived in town. Jill Teed, David Patkeau, Tembi Locke, Fran Kranz, Chris Lowell and Katee Sackhoff also star. Writer: Alex M. P. Matthews Beta-Reader/Graphic Artist: Darrin McCann |
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Post by Alex Matthews on Oct 1, 2018 7:25:30 GMT -6
 Airdate: Oct 1st, 2018Guest Star(s): Gina Rodriquez, Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, Peter Facinelli, Connor Paolo, Luke Macfarlane, Olivia Williams, Haley Webb, Mark Sheppard, Steven Yeun, Tyler Labine and Jason Bateman. The VPN's Official Description: THE DARK SIDE OF CELEBRITY - Comic-Con madness descends on Metropolis, the frenzy hitting fever-pitch after a series of accidents threaten the life of actress Rita Farr ( guest star Haley Webb), exposing a dangerous stalker after her, which the S.C.U. is tasked to investigate because of the high-publicity nature of the crime. While Wally ( series star Fran Kranz) gets to live his dream and meet the star of his favourite TV show, “ Zenya: Warrior Priestess”, for Todd ( Chris Lowell), it leads to a surprising encounter to a face from his past, when he runs into his ex-boyfriend, Tommy Jagger ( guest star Luke Macfarlane). Jill Teed, David Patkeau, Tembi Locke, Felicia Day, Fred Weller and Katee Sackhoff also star. Writer: Alex M. P. Matthews Beta-Reader/Graphic Artist: Darrin McCann
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 24, 2018 8:04:41 GMT -6
 Airdate: Sept 24th, 2018Guest Star(s): Jonathon Groff, Eddie Cahill, Peter Facinelli, Alex Carter, Meghan Ory, Nathaniel Buzolic, Lou Diamond Phillips, Booboo Stewart, Molly C. Quinn with Phil Morris and John De Lancie. The VPN's Official Description: DEATH STALKS SUICIDE SLUMS - Maggie ( series star Jill Teed) is happy to reunite with former Metropolis Detective John Jones ( special guest star Phil Morris), who needs help investigating the disappearance of a scientist he worked with in the past. As Maggie helps him in his investigation, Dibny and Trayce deal with a series of killings of gang members in Suicide Slums, the victims torn apart by something strong and fierce. Meanwhile, Danny's ( David Paetkau) situation with his 'stalker' finally comes to a head, while Todd ( Chris Lowell) is shaken when he is told some shocking news by Kitty ( Felicia Day). Tembi Locke, Fran Kranz, Fred Weller and Katee Sackhoff also star. Writer: Alex M. P. Matthews Beta-Reader/Graphic Artist: Darrin McCann
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 17, 2018 4:10:38 GMT -6
 Airdate: Sept 17th, 2018Guest Star(s): Jonathon Groff, Eddie Cahill, Alex Carter, Lou Diamond Phillips, Lance Reddick, Shameik Moore, Lesley-Ann Brandt, Alan Ritchson, John Shea and Patricia Tallman. The VPN's Official Description: FAMILY MATTERS - BLACK MANTA IS BACK. Kitty ( series star Felicia Day) worries when she has to play host to her parents for the weekend, as well as introduce them to the boyfriend while dealing with a difficult relationship with her mother. Meanwhile, Maggie ( series star Jill Teed) and her team find one of their own in trouble when Todd ( series star Chris Lowell) is inadvertently caught up in a kidnapping and brought face to face with the terrorist Black Manta ( guest star Lance Reddick). Meanwhile, Danny ( series star David Paetkau) gets closer to finally uncovering just who has been stalking him and why. Tembi Locke, Fran Kranz, Fred Weller and Katee Sackhoff also star.
Writer: Alex M. P. Matthews Beta-Reader/Graphic Artist: Darrin McCann
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 10, 2018 9:08:01 GMT -6
 Airdate: Sept 10th, 2018Guest Star(s): Gina Rodriquez, Jonathon Groff, Meghan Ory, Alex Carter, Nathaniel Buzolic, Jaime Ray Newman, David Guintoli, Sean Maher, Rose McGowan, Booboo Stewart, Lou Diamond Phillips with Christopher Judge and Bruce Boxleitner. The VPN's Official Description: STAR LIGHT, STAR BRIGHT - A simple date between Kitty (series star Felicia Day) and Vinnie (guest star Eddie Cahill) becomes a nightmare when they are attacked, and Kitty is kidnapped by a meta-human monster. While the S.C.U mobilise to find their comrade, Kitty wakes up to find she isn’t the only one being held against their will, and that the ’monster’ is, in fact, an alive Daniel Brickwell (special guest star Christopher Judge), mutated by ’starlight’, who wants his captives to create a ‘cure’ for his condition. Investigating her abduction, the team are lead to Agent Faraday (guest star Alex Carter), who may be able to help in more ways then they realize. Jill Teed, David Paetkau, Chris Lowell, Tembi Locke, Fran Kranz, Fred Weller and Katee Sackhoff also star.
Writer: Alex M. P. Matthews Beta-Reader/Graphic Artist: Darrin McCann
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 6, 2018 10:40:32 GMT -6
SHE'S NO-ONE'S VICTIM... With the news that the sophomore season of " Metropolis: Special Crimes Unit" is set to return in less then a week's time, VSGuide has released the news that Natalie Dormer (" Game of Thrones", " Elementary") has filmed a major guest starring role in episode 2x11: " Victim". " We're thrilled to have Natalie come and play with us!", gushed series creator Alex Matthews, " She's been amazing in the role, and really came through for us. Episode 2x11 was originally envisioned as a very different story, but as we were breaking it down, we found that we were not happy with the way it was developing. We went back to the drawing board and started fresh, keeping on the core concept of the story - that someone comes after Toby (Raines, portrayed by recurring guest star Kelly Rowan)." Dormer portrays the character of Lady Elaine Marsh-Morton - a.k.a. Lady Vic - an English noblewoman who comes from means and carries herself esteem and class. But she also has skills that make her a valuable asset and commodity to work for more nefarious organizations, which is what brings her to the City of Tomorrow. The character, created for DC Comics by Chuck Dixon and Scott McDaniel, is a supporting villain of Nightwing (Dick Grayson) brought to Bludhaven by crime lord Blockbuster to cause trouble for the former sidekick of the Dark Knight. In the VPNDCU adaption, this part of her backstory is omitted. " Tying her into Nightwing wasn't really necessary. That's not to say that they might not cross paths years down the line. It's just simply not part of the story we're telling in our episode," Matthews explained. " We wanted a female character who could be unscrupulous and dangerous and Lady Vic fit that bill nicely."
Dormer is joined by Adam Copeland (" The Flash", " Haven") as Lady Elaine's loyal manservant, 'Bivans', and Julie Gonzalo as 'Sabrina Alva'. |
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 5, 2018 3:34:11 GMT -6
 Season Two will recommence for a guaranteed straight run of 8 episodes starting next week!
"I'm very happy we're finally coming back," series creator Alex Matthews told VSGuide's representative, "It's been far too long since our loyal viewers have been able to enjoy the exploits and adventures of the S.C.U. team in the weird and wonderful world of Metropolis."
The first episode in this next run, "Inject", sees the return of Christopher Judge as "Daniel 'Brick' Brickwell" and Rose McGowan as "Dr. Dana Laski", before bringing back Alan Ritchson's "Arthur Curry/Aquaman" for his second of 4 planned appearances this season in "Tattoo", alongside Shameik Moore as "Jackson Hyde" and Lance Reddick as "Black Manta".
"Monster" will also bring back another "Smallville" alum, Phil Morris, as "John Jones/Martian Manhunter", alongside John De Lancie as "Dr. Saul Erdel" and Molly C. Quinn as "Melissa Erdel". "Fixate" will introduce Haley Webb as "Rita Farr" and Luke Macfarlane as "Tommy Jagger", before the big 2-part story of "Trident" and "Legacy" introduces the Royal Flush Gang to the VPNDCU and expands on the Atlantean Royal Family.
The final two episodes "Victim" and "Shriek" finish off this run of episodes before another short hiatus, after which a loose 2-part finale will deal with the season-long arc of the Metropolis Mayoral Election. Details about "Victim" have yet to be released beyond that it will focus on Kelly Rowan's "Toby Raines", but "Shriek" will be this year's Halloween special and bring back the DC Comics character of 'Silver Banshee'.
Episode 2x05: "Inject" will air 9/8c on Sept 10th! |
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 3, 2018 15:01:56 GMT -6
Meet the Royals (Part Two) Presenting the Royal Flush Gang:"King"
 "Queen" "Jack" "Ace" "Ten"
 Plus a 'bonus' image of Cody Runnells as "Ace"
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 3, 2018 15:00:27 GMT -6
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 2, 2018 8:31:44 GMT -6
Meet the Royals (Part One) I had some original artwork commissioned by jonbromle1 on DeviantArt and I'm proud to present it here for your viewing pleasure! Presenting the Royal Retinue of Atlantis:His Royal Highness, King Orin Ruler of the Seven Seas, Wielder of the Trident of Neptune
 Her Royal Majesty, Queen Mera
Warrior Consort, Mother of the Heir The King's Tempest, Garth of Poseidonis
Protector of King Orin His Esteemed Highness, Lord Orm
Brother of the King, Former Regent of the ThroneLet me know what you think! The Royal Flush Gang is currently in progress  |
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Post by Alex Matthews on Sept 2, 2018 8:30:20 GMT -6
Meet the Royals (Part One) I had some original artwork commissioned by jonbromle1 on DeviantArt and I'm proud to present it here for your viewing pleasure! Presenting the Royal Retinue of Atlantis:His Royal Highness, King Orin Ruler of the Seven Seas, Wielder of the Trident of Neptune
Her Royal Majesty, Queen Mera
Warrior Consort, Mother of the Heir The King's Tempest, Garth of Poseidonis
Protector of King Orin His Esteemed Highness, Lord Orm
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Post by Alex Matthews on Aug 20, 2018 2:10:29 GMT -6
Exclusive: The Penguin Comes To 'Watchtower!'
Meet the face of Gotham City's corruption! VSGuide has learned exclusively that actor Toby Jones has joined 'Watchtower' in its final season as DC Comics' Oswald Cobblepot, otherwise known as The Penguin. In the fifth and final season of 'Watchtower,' The Penguin will reveal himself to be a mastermind behind one of the biggest plots to take over the city — a plot that many have tried and failed. His connections are said to run deep, and his shady past and business ventures have established him as the face of the city's remaining corruption that he is expected to bring back to light in full-force. While he shares a past with The Batman, and has been an untouchable thorn in his side for the past decade, it's what he has planned in the present that will make him a memorable opponent for the remaining heroes of the 'Watchtower' universe to go up against in this last instalment of the series. "The Penguin is as filthy and corrupt as you could get and has become the Kingpin of crime in Gotham — nothing goes down without him signing off on it," series creator Jack Malone told VSGuide, "Every time Batman has tried to put him away for good, a lesser known criminal has taken the fall and The Penguin has weaselled his way out of suffering the consequences."
Jones will debut as The Penguin in the second episode of the season, and appear in multiple episodes throughout Season 5.  YES!YES!YES!YES!YES! :: coughs, clears throat:: Ahem, sorry, as you can probably tell, this excites me quite a bit. I've wanted Penguin in "Watchtower" for so long, and it's finally happening!! Toby Jones is perfect casting! Thank you, Jack Malone , for making one of my WCHTR 'Final Season Bucket List' points come true! |
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Downloaded the first three the other day, and today I finally had some time to read 5x01.
