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EXCLUSIVE: New 'True Blood' Comic Heads To 'The French Quarter'

Posted 5/19/11 5:16 pm EST by in IDW Publishing, News


True BloodThe new season of "True Blood" premieres next month, but Sookie Stackhouse and the rest of the cast of the hit HBO series will be having some wild off-screen adventures, too. IDW Publishing and HBO revealed exclusively to MTV Splash Page their plans for a sequel to the best-selling "All Together Now" miniseries that first brought the series from the screen to the comics world.

Titled "True Blood: The French Quarter," the new, six-issue series hits shelves in August and will follow Sookie and vampire Eric Northman as they travel to New Orleans in order to track down a killer whom Eric and his maker, Godric, thought they killed centuries ago. With Eric and Sookie paired up, you can bet Bill Compton's not far behind, but he'll have his hands full investigating a local Hep-D outbreak. Pam and Lafayette will also play big roles in the series, according to the publisher.

You can get your first look at artist Joe Corroney's cover for "True Blood: The French Quarter" below, as well as more details about the upcoming series. Read More...

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'True Blood' Cast Gets Graphic About Comic Book

Posted 3/14/11 11:31 am EST by in IDW Publishing


The world of "True Blood" has already won itself a loyal following as both a popular series of novels and an HBO television series, and now it looks like comic books could be the next medium to find itself under the thrall of Bon Temps' vampires.

Last month, we told you about the Los Angeles signing event celebrating the release of “All Together Now,” a collection of the first six issues of IDW Publishing's "True Blood" comic book series, and "Tainted Love" #1, the first issue of the series' second volume (co-written by "True Blood" actor Michael McMillian). Just in case you couldn't make it to the City of Angels, here's a taste of who was there and what you missed:

"I've actually always wanted to be a comic book character," laughed Rutina Wesley, who plays Tara Thornton on the HBO series. Read More...

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IDW To Celebrate 'True Blood' Comics At Signing Event With TV Series Cast

Posted 2/23/11 5:31 pm EST by in IDW Publishing, News


'True Blood' Comic group shotWest Coast truebies who have discovered IDW’s “True Blood” comic series will certainly be interested in making a pilgrimage to the City of Angels this coming Saturday, February 26.

Celebrating this week's release of "Tainted Love" #1, the first issue of the series' second volume (co-written by "True Blood" actor Michael McMillian), and last week's release of “All Together Now,” a collection of the series' first six issues, IDW Publishing and HBO have teamed up for a "True Blood" signing event in L.A.’s Barnes & Noble at The Grove.

The event will feature appearances by cast and creative team members from the fan-favorite sci-fi soap. Read More...

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EXCLUSIVE: Michael McMillian On 'True Blood' Comics, TV Crossovers, And Steve Newlin's Return

Posted 12/27/10 1:14 pm EST by in IDW Publishing, interviews


Michael McMillianEarlier this month, we brought you the news that "True Blood" actor Michael McMillian will be teaming up with veteran comics writer Marc Andreyko to script the next arc of IDW Publishing's "True Blood" comic book series.

McMillian and Andreyko's "True Blood" arc will explore what happens when new vampire Jessica Hamby is turned feral by a contaminated bottle of synthetic blood substitute Tru Blood. Along with aeries regulars Sookie Stackhouse and Bill Compton, the arc will also feature the comic book debut of fan-favorite "True Blood" characters such as Hoyt Fortenberry, Terry Bellefleur, Arlene Fowler, and McMillian's own character, anti-vampire crusader Steve Newlin.

I caught up with McMillian recently to get a few more details about his "True Blood" arc, how it will connect with the wildly popular HBO television series, and what could be in store for fan-favorite character Steve Newlin in both the comics and television worlds. We also got an update on his other comics project: the four-issue "Lucid" series that marked his comics debut and will see its third issue hit shelves soon. Read More...

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'True Blood' Actor Michael McMillian To Co-Write 'True Blood' Comic Book

Posted 12/8/10 4:46 pm EST by in IDW Publishing, News


Mike McMillian - True BloodIf you haven't been reading the "True Blood" comic book series, perhaps the direct involvement of a "True Blood" cast member might push you over the fence.

IDW Publishing and HBO announced in a press release today that actor and "Lucid" creator Michael McMillian, who stars on "True Blood" as the nefarious Reverend Steve Newlin, is lending his talents as a co-writer to the television-turned-comic book series. He'll co-author the second arc of "True Blood" alongside writer Marc Andreyko, with Joe Corroney tapped for art duties.

"Co-writing the 'True Blood' comic is a dream come true both as a performer on the show and as a longtime comic fan," McMillian said in a statement. "It's a real privilege to build on the rapidly growing 'True Blood' mythology." Read More...

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NYCC 2010: 'True Blood' Comic Kicks Off New York Comic Con!

Posted 10/8/10 1:01 pm EST by in IDW Publishing


True BloodBy Kristen Shalbinski

Has your thirst for "True Blood" been quenched yet? Well, I sure hope not — because HBO and IDW Publishing hosted a little New York Comic Con "True Blood" party last night in honor of the release of the fourth issue in their comic book series, complete with "Fangbanger" drinks, blood-red cupcakes, and yes, a plentiful supply of bottle "True Blood" beverages. (Not an actual blood substitute, by the way.)

Costumes from the television series were also on display, still sporting bloodstains from the show.

After checking out all the "True Blood" goodies, I spoke with the writers from the comic book series, David Tischman and Mariah Huehner. Read More...

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NYCC 2010: Exclusive 'True Blood' Comic And 'Age Of Apocalypse' MiniMates Debut

Posted 9/30/10 4:16 pm EST by in IDW Publishing, Marvel


Age of Apocalypse MinimatesNew York Comic Con is right around the corner, and that means we're starting to see some of this year's convention-exclusive comics, toys, and other products hitting the 'net. While I generally don't snatch up every con-exclusive I can get my hands on, there are always a few that catch my eye.

Diamond Comics Distributors just released images of its two NYCC-exclusive offerings, which include a cool, alternate cover to issue #3 of IDW Publishing's "True Blood" comic book, and a set of miniature figures based on the fan-favorite "Age of Apocalypse" X-Men story arc. The one-handed, vicious Wolverine of a bleak, alternate future has never looked cuter!

I've posted images of both items here, as well as the official descriptions from Diamond. Read More...

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Stephen Moyer 'Knows Nothing' About 'Fantastic Four' Casting Rumor

Posted 8/30/10 6:01 pm EST by in Marvel, News


This weekend, rumors began to circulate that "True Blood" actor Stephen Moyer was in the running to play Doctor Doom in a potential "Fantastic Four" reboot. When MTV News caught up with the actor during last night's Emmy Awards, we asked him about the idea of playing the arch enemy of Marvel's first family of superheroes.

"Isn't that great? Isn't that fantastic?" he said, adding, "I know nothing about it." Read More...

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'True Blood' Star In The Running For 'Fantastic Four' Reboot?

Posted 8/30/10 11:29 am EST by in Marvel, News


Stephen MoyerLast year, Fox announced its intention to reboot the "Fantastic Four" franchise with a new film. And while official word on the project has been scarce, the casting rumors are beginning to heat up.

According to a report on Comic Book Movie, Stephen Moyer is rumored to have been offered the role of Doctor Doom in the new "Fantastic Four" film. While the rumor is unconfirmed, it does include a mention that Doom will be portrayed as a master of the mystic arts and as the ruler of Latveria.

Moyer is best known for his role as the vampire Bill Compton on HBO's "True Blood." However, he has also previously starred in the title role of "Prince Valiant," a live-action film adaptation of Hal Foster's classic comic strip. Read More...

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'True Blood' #1 Review: When Vampires, Shape-Shifters And Tentacle Creatures Collide

Posted 7/16/10 10:31 am EST by in IDW Publishing, Review


True BloodIf the "True Blood" television series and the original Sookie Stackhouse novels aren't enough to satisfy your craving for all things Bon Temps, don't worry — series creator Alan Ball is doing bad things to you in comic book form now, too.

Released through IDW Publishing, the first issue of the "True Blood" comic book series arrives in stores later this month, courtesy of a story from Ball and television series writers Kate Barnow and Elisabeth Finch. The issue itself was written by the team of Mariah Huehner and David Tischman with art from David Messina.

Want to know whether or not the first issue is worth sinking your fangs into? All you need to do is hit past the jump for our advanced review of "True Blood" #1! Read More...

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