Tag: Ultra Series

Ultraman Comic Book Series Coming From Marvel in 2020

Michael Lederhos

In a brand-new post on Marvel’s website, the comic book publisher announced that starting in 2020, Ultraman comics and graphic novels will be released. Marvel’s editor-in-chief, CB Cebulski had this to say on the announcement: “As one of the world’s most popular franchises, Ultraman has brought together some of the most passionate fandoms in pop culture today, and we can’t wait to bring his story to even more fans around the globe. Like Marvel, Ultraman captivated generations by telling spectacular stories grounded in the real world, and it continues to…

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Mill Creek Return of Ultraman & Ultraman Orb the Origin Saga Blu-Ray Release Details

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Mill Creek Entertainment officially announced their third wave of the Ultra series Blu-Ray releases. This new wave will consist of two releases, the first being the fourth series in the franchise, The Return of Ultraman, and the Amazon Prime original series, Ultraman Orb the Origin Saga. First off, The Return of Ultraman will receive a similar release to previous Showa series by having a standard edition, and a steelbook release. Now, the standard edition is $39.99, and the steelbook is $49.99 with both scheduled to release in February 2020.…

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Mill Creek Entertainment’s Second Wave of Ultra Releases: Ultraseven, Orb & Geed!

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Mill Creek Entertainment officially announced their second wave of the Ultra series Blu-Ray releases. This new wave will consist of the third series in the franchise, Ultraseven, as well as two series from the New Generations Heroes era: Ultraman Orb and Ultraman Geed. First off, Ultraseven will receive a similar release to Ultra Q and Ultraman with it having a standard edition and a steelbook release. Now, the standard edition is $39.99, and the steelbook is $49.99 with both scheduled to release on December 10th.   Then, the Ultraman…

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Los Ingobernables de Tokusatsu Ep 91 – Load Your Battle Nizer

Hero Club

Welcome to an all-new episode of Hero Club’s first original podcast, “Los Ingobernables de Tokusatsu!” Today’s episode features the debut of the discussion called “Load Your Battle Nizer.” Now, this discussion is based on the concept and item introduced in the Ultra Galaxy Mega Monster Battle series, within the Ultraman franchise. In the series, Reionics use an item called the Battle Nizer to control a team of three kaiju. However, for the discussion our hosts have to pick teams based on the rotation of rules applied upon them. In addition,…

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Khara, the Studio Behind ‘Rebuild of Evangelion,’ Announces Hideaki Anno’s ‘Shin Ultraman’

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Khara, Inc. the animation studio behind the Rebuild of Evangelion series, announced that Hideaki Anno and Shinji Higuchi are teaming up again for an all-new ‘Shin’ production. However, this new production is not a sequel to Shin Godzilla, but their take on Tsuburaya Productions’ Ultra series! Yes, after begin rumored and joked about for the past few years, ‘Shin Ultraman’ is finally going into production, with its release intended for 2021. Now, this announcement confirms the first draft of the script was finished earlier this year, on February 5th,…

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Mill Creek Entertainment Acquired the ULTRA Series Library for Physical & Digital North American Distribution

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Mill Creek Entertainment in cooperation with Indigo Entertainment announced they have acquired the license for Tsuburaya Productions’ Ultra series library for North American distribution. Indigo, on the behalf of Tsuburaya, developed this deal to assist in bringing back the Ultra series to North America. However, this distribution will entail both physical and digital releases for the franchise which includes the entire television series, and theatrical films remastered for high-definition.   Now, kicking off this licensing agreement and distribution, Mill Creek Entertainment is beginning with the first two installments, Ultra…

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Los Ingobernables de Tokusatsu Ep 75 – The Tokusatsu Hero Draft

Hero Club

Welcome to an all-new episode of Hero Club’s first original podcast, “Los Ingobernables de Tokusatsu!” Today, is a special episode airing in prime-time as it is our 75th episode. In addition, our 75th episode is an incredible and hilarious show that features our host partaking in a “Tokusatsu Hero Draft!” Our hosts will pick 20 tokusatsu heroes to form their fantasy league however, there are some rules and regulations explained in the video. The draft is mostly for fun, but it is in idle response to Toei’s 4-Week Event, “Super…

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Official Images: S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Zero

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Figure-Oh Magazine recently revealed that Tamashii Nations is going to be releasing S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Zero in early 2019. However, today the official website activated the official product page regarding the figure, and its release. S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Zero is a February 2019 retail release, which places this figure three months after the Premium Bandai S.H.Figuarts release for the character’s powered-up form, Ultraman Zero Beyond.   Now, S.H.Figuarts Ultraman Zero features several optional parts, and accessories. First off, the figure will feature a replacement head, an optional Color Timer, and an optional wrist…

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Ultraman R/B Lead Actors Revealed & Teaser Trailer!

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

Today, Hochi newspaper got an interview with the stars of the upcoming Ultra series, Ultraman R/B. This interview also serves as the official reveal for the series’ lead roles, as well as provides additional information on the show. First off actors, Yuuya Hirata and Ryosuke Koike are our stars with Hirata portraying Katsumi Minato (Ultraman Rosso) and Koike as Isami Minato (Ultraman Blu).   Katsumi is the oldest of the two brothers, working at their father’s clothes store. Whereas, Isami is the younger of the two, and currently attends college.…

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Official Images: S.H.Figuarts Antlar

Billy "TaJa" Doyle

This week Premium Bandai updated its website with several new products releasing in September 2018; among these items is S.H.Figuarts Antlar from episode 7 of the original Ultraman series. Antlar is a desert based kaiju that terrorized a thriving ancient civilization called the City of Baraji. When SSSP appeared and encountered Antlar the residents welcomed them, and even assisted SSSP in defeating the monster. Since then Antlar has appeared in various other Ultra series, as well as made special appearances in other series. Now as for this figure, it recreates Antlar’s debut in the series.…

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