Comics Due Out February 1st:

Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi #0 Dark Horse

Description: It began with the mysterious pyramid ships–the Tho Yor–scattered to the eight corners of the galaxy, and ended with the establishment of an Order that would change the universe forever.

Here’s your first look at the Star Wars of 25,000 years ago–before there were lightsabers, when the ties to the Force were new, and before the Jedi spread out into the galaxy.

* The official guide for readers of Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi!

* The Ostrander/Duursema team returns to Star Wars!

Magic The Gathering #1 IDW

Description: Get ready, Magic: The Gathering fans, there’s a new Planeswalker in town! In search of greater magical knowledge and on the hunt for the people who destroyed his town, Dack Fayden is the greatest thief in the Multiverse.

When he gets his hands on his latest prize, though, he has no idea where it will lead him-or to who!

More of this Week’s Comics:

Action Mystery Thrills Covers SC Fantagraphics

Betrayal of the Planet of the Apes #4 (of 4) Boom! Studios

Bionic Man #6 D. E.

Infestation 2 Transformers #1 (of 2) IDW

John Carter A Princess of Mars GN TPB Marvel

Jurassic Strike Force 5 #1 Zenescope Entertainment

Return of the Monsters Phantom Detective vs. Frankenstein Moonstone

Twelve Must Have #1 Marvel

Warriors Of Mars #1 D. E.

Winter Soldier #1 Marvel

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DVDs Due Out January 31st:

Star Trek: The Next Generation – Next Level [Blu-ray]

Description: Welcome to the next generation of Star Trek: The Next Generation, like you’ve never seen or heard it before! For the first time ever, you can experience some of the show’s most important and beloved episodes in glorious 1080p high definition, with true high definition visual effects and digitally remastered 7.1 sound – or with the original audio. You’ll witness new picture detail and depth you haven’t seen before, and enjoy spectacular visual effects that have been painstakingly re-created from the original film elements…not upconverted from videotape! This “Taste Of TNG” is a glimpse of what the upcoming complete season Blu-ray releases of TNG will be like, and will transport you to the next level.

Episodes included are:
- “Encounter At Farpoint” – the groundbreaking pilot that started it all.
- “Sins Of The Father” – Back in the Klingon Empire, Worf faces a charge of treason, and defends his father’s honor.
- “The Inner Light” – Picard lives a lifetime – in an instant – on a long-dead planet, whose inhabitants want only to be remembered.

In Time

Description: When scientists unlock the secret to immortality, time becomes the new currency and one desperate man comes under attack from a mysterious group known only as the “Time Keepers.” In the not-too-distant future, scientists have discovered a way to turn off the aging gene. As the threat of overpopulation looms over society, money becomes a thing of the past. Now, assets are measured in time; those with the most time also possess the most power. Meanwhile, the lower classes are forced to barter with the new elite if they want to live forever. Suddenly a young commoner stumbles across a treasure chest of time. With the “Time Keepers” in hot pursuit, however, he may never get a chance to use it. Justin Timberlake, Amanda Seyfried, and Olivia Wilde star in this sci-fi thriller from writer/director Andrew Niccol (GATTACA, LORD OF WAR). Also Available on Blu-ray

The Thing (2011) (Two-Disc Combo Pack: Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy + UltraViolet)

Description: Antarctica: an extraordinary continent of awesome beauty. It is also home to an isolated outpost where a discovery full of scientific possibility becomes a mission of survival when a creature is unearthed by a crew of international scientists. In the thriller The Thing, paranoia spreads among a group of researchers as they encounter something inhuman that has the ability to turn itself into an exact replica of any living being. Stars Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Joel Edgerton, Eric Christian Olsen, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje, Ulrich Thomsen, Kim Bubbs, Stig Hoff, Trond Seim

More of This Week’s DVDs:

Transformers: Dark of the Moon (Three-Disc Combo: Blu-ray 3D/Blu-ray/DVD/Digital Copy)

Into The Universe With Stephen Hawking [Blu-ray]

Phantom: Requiem For the Phantom (Blu-ray/DVD Combo) Anime

Dr. Jekyll Vs. The Werewolf (1972)

2 Headed Shark Attack [Blu-ray] Carmen Electra

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Comics Due Out January 25th:

King Conan: The Phoenix on the Sword #1 Dark Horse

Description: First hailing Conan as a liberator after he annihilated Aquilonia’s foes on the battlefield, common folk and politicians alike now rally to unseat the Cimmerian from his stolen throne. Conspirators plot to kill King Conan and take the crown for themselves, but their schemes pale in comparison to a terror waiting quietly in the wings–Thoth-Amon, an enemy who has haunted Conan his whole adult life and whose wicked aspirations dwarf those of maneuvering politicians!

* Conan’s greatest foe returns!

More of This Week’s Comics:

Artifacts Origins One Shot Image

Bulletproof Coffin Disinterred #1 (of 6) Image

The Crumb Compendium SC Fantagraphics

Dark Shadows #3 D. E.

Game Of Thrones #5 D. E.

Infestation 2 #1 (of 2) IDW

Last Zombie Neverland #1 (of 5) Antarctic Pres

Nancy In Hell On Earth #1 (of 4) Image

Secret Avengers #21.1 Marvel Point One Issue

Warlord Of Mars Annual #1 D. E.

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DVDs Due Out January 24th:

Real Steel (Three-Disc Combo: Blu-ray/DVD + Digital Copy)

Description: A gritty, white-knuckle, action ride set in the near-future where the sport of boxing has gone high-tech, “Real Steel” stars Hugh Jackman as Charlie Kenton, a washed-up fighter who lost his chance at a title when 2000-pound, 8-foot-tall steel robots took over the ring. Now nothing but a small-time promoter, Charlie earns just enough money piecing together low-end bots from scrap metal to get from one underground boxing venue to the next. When Charlie hits rock bottom, he reluctantly teams up with his estranged son Max (Dakota Goyo) to build and train a championship contender. As the stakes in the brutal, no-holds-barred arena are raised, Charlie and Max, against all odds, get one last shot at a comeback.

Godzilla (The Criterion Collection)

Description: Ishiro Honda’s Godzilla is the roaring granddaddy of all monster movies. It’s also a remarkably humane and melancholy drama made in Japan at a time when the country was still reeling from nuclear attack and H-bomb testing. Its rampaging radioactive beast, the poignant embodiment of an entire population’s fears, became a beloved international icon of destruction, spawning more than twenty sequels and spinoffs. This first thrilling, tactile spectacle continues to be a cult phenomenon; here, we present the original, 1954 Japanese version, along with Godzilla: King of the Monsters!, the 1956 American reworking starring Raymond Burr (Rear Window). Special Features include: New high-definition digital restoration, with uncompressed monaural soundtrack on the Blu-ray edition. Audio commentary by David Kalat (A Critical History and Filmography of Toho’s Godzilla Series). New interviews with actor Akira Takarada (Hideto Ogata), Godzilla performer Haruo Nakajima, and effects technicians Yoshio Irie and Eizo Kaimai Interview with legendary Godzilla score composer Akira Ifukube. And more. Also Available on Blu-ray

Porn Star Zombies

Description: A group of adult film cast and crew members must discover what is causing their fellow stars to rabidly attack them.

A low budget porn shoot goes awry thanks to a sexually transmitted virus that turns its victims into undead flesh eaters.

More of This Week’s DVDs:

Paranormal Activity 3 (Blu-ray/DVD Combo in Blu-ray Packaging)

Buck Rogers in the 25th Century: Season One

Naruto Shippuden Box Set 9 Anime

House on Sorority Row (remastered special 2 disc edition)

The Nude Vampire [Blu-ray]

The Devil’s Men / Terror (Katarina’s Nightmare Theater) Starring Peter Cushing, Donald Pleasance

Tales of an Ancient Empire Michael Pare, Kevin Sorbo

The Summer of Massacre | Also on Blu-ray

Always From Darkness

Hell On Earth

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Comics Due Out January 18th:

Steed And Mrs Peel #1 (of 6) Boom! Studios

Description: (w) Grant Morrison, (C/A) Ian Gibson From the one and only Grant Morrison — ‘The Golden Game Part One: Crown and Anchor!’ Your favorite Avengers finally return! When Tara King is kidnapped by a mysterious organization, John Steed and Emma Peel must reunite to solve this mystery. Featuring gorgeous art from Ian Gibson, best-known for his work with Alan Moore on ‘The Ballad of Halo Jones.’ A science fiction/spy fiction mash-up from Grant Morrison and two of TV’s most iconic heroes!

More of This Week’s Comics:

Danger Girl Revolver #1 (of 4) IDW

Dead Mans Run #1 Aspen Mlt

Defenders Tournament Of Heroes #1 Marvel

Hack Slash Eva Monsters Ball TPB D.E.

Halo Fall Of Reach Invasion #1 (of 4) Marvel

Marvel Firsts 1970s TPB Vol. 01 Marvel

Orbit #7 Jack Kirby Bluewater Productions

Planet Of The Apes #10 Boom! Studios

Raver TPB Bluewater Productions

Red Sonja Raven (One Shot) D. E.

Transformers Robots In Disguise #1 IDW

Superman War of the Supermen TPB DC

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DVDs Due Out January 17th:

Sliders: The Fifth and Final Season

Description: “What if you found a portal to a parallel universe? What if you could slide into a thousand different worlds – where it’s the same year, and you’re the same person, but everything else is different? And what if you can’t find your way home?” … Full DescriptionFor four thrilling seasons, they’ve explored alternate realities beyond anyone’s imaginations. They’ve seen double versions of their hometown, their families, and themselves. But nothing will prepare the Sliders for what lies ahead in all 18 episodes from the fifth and final season of this phenomenally popular sci-fi series. Stars Cleavant Derricks, Kari Wührer, Robert Floyd and Tembi Locke

Merlin: The Complete Third Season

Description: Merlin is back with even more magic, adventure and romance as the young wizard struggles to protect Prince Arthur in the perilous world of Camelot. While battling deadly assassins, mystical monsters and the most powerful sorcerers Camelot has … Full Descriptionever seen, Merlin must work harder than ever to conceal his unique abilities while King Uther redoubles his war against magic. Featuring exciting new villains, white-knuckle stunt sequences, and spectacular CGI monsters, Merlin season three is more thrilling than ever.

More of This Week’s DVDs:

Journey to the Center of the Earth [Blu-ray 3D]

First Squad [Blu-ray] Anime

Princess Resurrection Complete Collection Anime

Kaze No Stigma: Complete Series S.A.V.E. Anime

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Comics Due Out January 11th:

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic-War #1 Dark Horse

Description: If you’ve ever heard of the Knights of the Old Republic video games and comics but didn’t know where to start–this is it!

The Republic and the Mandalorians are at war! Jedi are joining the fight, despite the noninterference stance of the Council. One Jedi, however, has found himself on the front lines against his wishes-the peace-loving Zayne Carrick has been drafted!

* The return of one of the most popular eras in Star Wars video games and comics!

* The perfect entry point into the Star Wars galaxy!

Kirby Genesis Dragonsbane #1 D. E.

Description: Covers: Alex Ross, Jack Herbert (1-in-10) Writer: Robert Rodi Artist: Fritz Casas Written by Robert Rodi (THOR: FOR ASGARD, THOR & LOKI: BLOOD BROTHERS). Drawn by Fritz Casas (QUEEN SONJA). Cover by Alex Ross. Spinning out of the epochal events of KIRBY: GENESIS comes the saga of Sigurd Dragonsbane, the greatest champion in all Valhalla. Since time immemorial tales of his adventures have resounded throughout the halls of gods and men alike. But what happens when Sigurd and his colleagues-wise Balduur, rakish Honir, and caustic Heimdall-discover that Valhalla isn’t the only mythic realm?…And that all the others are now conjoined into one vast magical landscape? Why, they set out to explore it, of course-and to rescue a princess beset by dragons. But all isn’t as it seems in these newly unified Mythlands, and Sigurd’s latest exploit could be his last! Based on character concepts and designs by Jack Kirby, DRAGONSBANE draws back the curtain on the astonishing mythical underpinnings of the Kirby universe.

Dark Matter #1 (of 4) Dark Horse

Description: A derelict ship floats in space, its troubled crew awakened from stasis with no memories of who they are or how they got on board. Their search for answers triggers the vessel’s deadly security system: a relentless android bent on their destruction. Facing threats at every turn, they have to work together to survive a voyage charged with vengeance, redemption, betrayals, and hidden secrets best left unknown.

Science-fiction veterans Joseph Mallozzi and Paul Mullie, best known for their work on television’s Stargate franchise and the new Transporter: The Series, create a new and exciting universe!

* By Stargate series writers Joseph Mallozzi and Paul Mullie!

More of This Week’s Comics:

Annotated Sandman HC Vol. 01 DC

Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Season Nine #5 Dark Horse

Cobra Annual 2012 Origin Of Cobra Commander #1 IDW

Dead Mans Run #1 Aspen Mlt

Deadlands Black Water (One Shot) Image

Ghost Rider Cycle Of Vengeance #1 Marvel

Lobster Johnson: The Burning Hand #1 Dark Horse

Stan Lee & Jack Kirby Wonder Years SC TwoMorrows Publishing

Star Trek/Legion Of Superheroes #4 (of 6) IDW

Transformers More Than Meets Eye #1 IDW

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DVDs Due Out January 10th:

The Scorpion King 3: Battle for Redemption

Description: In a dangerous, action-packed battle to regain his glory and reclaim the empire, Mathayus’s journey is steeped in intrigue, sorcery and romance, featuring even more of the heart-stopping action, mind-bending stunts and astonishing plot twists … Full Descriptionthat have earned the series millions of fans the world over. The film’s spectacular fight scenes, choreographed by renowned stunt experts Kawee “Seng” Sirikanerut and Supoj “Jimmy” Khaowwong, are showcased within enchanting ancient palaces, against a backdrop of breathtaking desert vistas. Stars Victor Webster, Ron Perlman, Billy Zane, Bostin Christopher, Dave Bautista, Kevin ‘Kimbo Slice’ Ferguson.  Also Available on Blu-ray

Primeval: Volume Three

Description: Monster hit Primeval roars back onto the screens for an extended third series. Still reeling from Stephen’s death and with the depth of Helen’s betrayal now revealed, Nick Cutter must fight to re-focus his embattled team. Cutter’s crew are joined …    Full Descriptionby some new recruits in the form of maverick policeman Danny Quinn, sparky Egyptologist Sarah Page, and the new leader of the ARC’s security forces Captain Becker. But as the anomalies continue to present an unrelenting series of threats, the task in hand seems almost insurmountable. It’s not just deadly creatures the team has to contend with, they also face a threat to the future of not just the ARC but of mankind itself. Prepare for more explosive action as Primeval bares its newly sharpened teeth.  Also Available on Blu-ray

More of This Week’s DVDs:

Doctor Who: Invasion of the Dinosaurs (Story 71) John Pertwee

Doctor Who: The Android Invasion (Story 83) Tom Baker

Sarah Jane Adventures Series 4 [Blu-ray]

G.I. Joe Series 2: Season 1

Twelve Kingdoms: Sea of the Wind, The Shore of the Maze [Blu-ray] Anime

Shriek of the Sasquatch

Gurozuka

Psychotica

The Legend of Diablo [Blu-ray]

Psychoville Halloween [Blu-ray]

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Comics Due Out January 4th:

Vampirella vs. Dracula #1 D. E.

Description: Covers: Joe Linsner Writer: Joe Harris Artist: Jean Diaz Spinning out of Alan Moore’s retelling of the ageless horror classic, Dracula has come to America to play out his timeless narrative in this brave, New World. Only he didn’t realize ANOTHER vampire already beat him to it. Drawn to one another across continents and centuries by a mysterious force, both Vampirella and Bram Stoker’s immortal monster find themselves sucked into a time-tossed epic of love, hate, death and damnation. But can an epic built for one vampire possibly hold them both?

More of This Week’s Comics:

Avengers Annual #1 Marvel

Battlestar Galactica Origins Omnibus TPB D.E.

DC Comics The New 52 Presents The Dark #1

Fearless TPB Vol. 01 Image

Ferals #1 Avatar Press

The Lone Ranger #1 D. E.

Nowhere Man #1 (of 4) D. E.

Peanuts #1 (of 4) Boom! Studios

Star Wars Darth Plagueis HC Lucasbooks

Strikeforce Morituri We Who Are About To Die #1 Marvel

Uncanny X-Force #19.1 Marvel Point One Issue

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DVDs Due Out January 3rd:

Contagion (Two-Disc Blu-ray/DVD Combo + UltraViolet Digital Copy)

Description: Matt Damon, Gwyneth Paltrow, Jude Law, Laurence Fishburne and Bryan Cranston, along with medical journalist Sanjay Gupta, explore the real science of global viruses and what they mean to the human race. The world is preparing for the next biological … Full Descriptiondisaster…but is it too late? Special Features include Instant Streaming with UltraViolet Digital Copy, Contagion: How A Virus Changes The World, The Reality of Contagion, The Contagion Detectives

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Red: Werewolf Hunter

Description: hen a new breed of rogue werewolves break the truce between humans and wolves, it is up to Red to prevent a full-fledged werewolf takeover. Stars Felicia Day, Kavan Smith.

A broken truce leads to the threat of all out war between … Full Descriptionwerewolves and humans unless a modern-day descendent of Little Red Riding Hood can kill the ravenous wolf leader before the battle begins. Virginia “Red” Sullivan (Felicia Day) and her fiancée are werewolf hunters. But when a lycanthrope attacks Red’s fiancée, the full moon puts a damper on their future together. Meanwhile, power-hungry werewolf Gabriel (Stephen McHattie) violates an ancient accord between the hunters and the creatures, and Red sets out to slay him before a new breed of lycanthrope rises to power.

More of This Week’s DVDs:

Attack Of The Vegan Zombies

Alfred Hitchcock Presents: Season Five

Dragon Ball Z: Movie Pack Collection Three (Movies 10-13) Anime

Don’t Let Him In

Ice Quake | Also on Blu-ray

Dirty Pair: Original OVA Series DVD Collection Anime

X: Complete Series (Classic) Anime

Tales of the Abyss Part 2 Anime

Japanese Superhero-Starman: Attack From Space (1965) / Atomic Rulers of The World (1964) / Evil Brain From Outer Space (1956) (3-DVD)

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