Comics Over Time

Phases of the Moon Knight is intended to explore and celebrate Moon Knight’s history even as it gets fans caught up on everything they need to know before the debut episode of the upcoming Disney+ Moon Knight series.  

Episode 68 - Avengers: Endgame - The Final Gauntlet This week we get ready for the second half of the Infinity War saga that started in 2018 by looking at some comics that play upon some themes from Avengers: Endgame. This Week In Comics Jeff the Land Shark and Alligator Loki Assemble Super-Powered Pets for Infinity Paws https://comicbook.com/comics/news/jeff-the-land-shark-alligator-loki-infinity...

Episode 67 - Captain Marvel Movie Review There’s just one more movie before we get to Marvel’s long-awaited Endgame, and so today we are re-watching Brie Larson and Samuel L Jackson in 2019’s Captain Marvel!  This Week In Comics Long Range Box Office Forecast: Marvel Studios’ THE MARVELS https://www.boxofficepro.com/long-range-box-office-forecast-marvel-studios-the-marvels/ Introducing the Marvels...

Episode 66 - Captain Marvel - Death and Indignity be Damned This week’s topic is the early years of Carol Danvers in the comics as we prepare for a re-watch of 2018’s Captain Marvel, starring Brie Larson and Samuel L Jackson.  This Week In Comics Marvel Reveals the New Ultimate Avengers Team https://comicbook.com/comics/news/marvel-reveals-the-new-ultimate-avengers-team/ New on Marvel Unlimited th...

Episode 65 - Ant-Man and the Wasp Movie Review This week we get to take a break from the disaster that is Thanos, and spend a bit of time with the Pyms and Langs in 2018’s Ant-Man and the Wasp.  This Week In Comics 10 Marvel Comics That Influenced the MCU https://comicbook.com/movies/news/10-marvel-comics-that-influenced-the-mcu/ New on Marvel Unlimited this Week https://www.marvel.com/comics/cale...

Episode 64 - Ant-Man and the Wasp - Hot and Cold This week we will be taking a look at comics that introduce us key characters in the sequel to 2015’s Ant-Man, entitled Ant-Man and the Wasp. This Week In Comics Spider-Man Writer Dan Slott Addresses Fan Frustration  https://comicbook.com/comics/news/amazing-spider-man-controversy-dan-slott/ New on Marvel Unlimited this Week https://www.marvel.com/c...

Episode 63 - Avengers: Infinity War Movie Review This week we start what is undoubtedly the biggest comic book movie event of all time, as we re-watch the star-studded extravaganza called Infinity War! This Week In Comics Captain America #1: Marvel Debuts Preview for J. Michael Straczynski's Reboot  https://comicbook.com/comics/news/captain-america-1-marvel-steve-rogers-j-michael-straczynski/ New...

Episode 62 - Infinity War – Thanos is Inevitable  This week we are preparing for Marvel’s massive crossover event Infinity War by taking a look at one story that provided inspiration for the movie’s plot, and another that gives us a better understanding of its terrifying antagonist Thanos. This Week In Comics Bat-Man Day is Saturday, September 16th https://www.dc.com/batmanday New on Marvel Unlimi...

Episode 61 - Black Panther Movie Review After a fun week reading the comics origins of characters such as T’Challa and Killmonger we now turn to the blockbuster movie that brought them to a worldwide audience – Ryan Coogler’s Black Panther!  This Week In Comics Jonathan Hickman Reveals He's Working on Another Book at Marvel https://comicbook.com/comics/news/jonathan-hickman-teases-new-marvel-comic...

Episode 60 - Black Panther - The Story Thus Far This week we are going far back in Marvel history to take a look at the first appearance of the Black Panther, stopping for a bit in the 70s to see the arrival of Killmonger, and then finishing up with a look at Black Panther vol 3 from the late 90s.  This Week In Comics Tom King and Peter Gross Team Up with BOOM! Studios for Animal Pound  https://ww...

Episode 59 - Thor: Ragnarok Movie Review We return to the Asgardian realm this week, and take a look at how 2017’s Thor 3 dealt with the same end-of-the-world topic that last week’s comics did.  This Week In Comics Wonder Woman Comic Rockets to #1 on Amazon After James Gunn's Endorsement https://comicbook.com/comics/news/wonder-woman-comic-historia-number-1-amazon-james-gunn-endorsement/ New on Ma...

Episode 58 - Thor: Ragnarok - I Want to Live This week we return to the world of the Norse gods, in preparation for our rewatch of Thor: Ragnarok.  Which means the end of the world for those folks, so as you might expect…bad things happen.  This Week In Comics Jason Aaron Returns to DC with New Batman Miniseries https://comicbook.com/comics/news/jason-aaron-returns-dc-new-batman-miniseries/ New on...

Episode 57 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutant Mayhem Movie Review This week we went out to the movies to watch a group of characters that both of us have fond memories of from when we were younger… the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!  So how did the Turtles of 2023 compare to our Turtles of the 80s and 90s?  Stay tuned to find out. This Week In Comics Kevin Smith Announces Mail-Order Subscription...

Episode 56 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Black, White and Green All Over It is great to have Dan back this week!  He's refreshed, and ready to talk comics.  Better yet, Dan came back home this week and got to read some classics from his teenage years – the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles books from Mirage Studios that kickstarted the crazy black & white indy comics scene of the mid ‘8...

Episode 55 - Constantine Movie Review This week, we’re leaving behind superheroes and instead delving into the world of angels, demons and war for the souls of all mankind. Where there are some that can see what others can not. And it stars a Hollywood favorite, Keanu Reeves. Join Duane and special guest Ben as we take a look at 2005’s Constantine. This Week In Comics Marvel Considered Reviving a...

Episode 54 - Logan Movie Review There's been a great deal of talk on social media over the last few weeks about WHO has been spotted on the set of the Deadpool film which is currently in principal photography. Someone we've known for some time that would be joining the merc with a mouth in his 3rd go-around was revealed months ago in a video with Ryan Reynolds - and that's Hugh Jackman. For Jackma...

Episode 53 - Across the Spider-Verse Movie Review This week we get a chance to visit about quite possibly the most fantastic comic book movie ever created – the still-in-theaters Across the Spider-Verse. This Week In Comics Marvel 2023 San Diego Comic-Con Panels and Schedule Revealed  https://comicbook.com/comics/news/marvel-san-diego-comic-con-2023-panels-schedule/ New on Marvel Unlimited this We...

Episode 52 - Ultimate Spider-Man / Spider-Verse – Uncle Aaron is on the Prowl...er We are a bit behind, as there have just been too many new movies and TV shows coming out lately, but this week we are taking a look at Miles Morales in preparation for a discussion on the Across the Spider-Verse movie that has become this summer’s biggest box office hit.  This Week In Comics Marvel Just Gave Miles M...

Episode 51 - Secret Invasion - Epic Action or Spy Thriller? This week we are catching up on some of the comics that share a name (or at least some story beats) with the new Secret Invasion Disney+ show starring Samuel L. Jackson. This Week In Comics Marvel Announces Tony Stark and Emma Frost's Wedding https://comicbook.com/comics/news/iron-man-tony-stark-emma-frost-wedding-marvel-x-men/ Official R...

Episode 50 - The Flash Movie Review This week we sped back to the theater for the second big-budget superhero flick of the month – DC’s The Flash. FYI - Longer than normal episode.  This Week In Comics Robert Kirkman Launches Transformers and GI Joe Shared Universe  https://comicbook.com/comics/news/robert-kirkman-transformers-gi-joe-crossove-comics-universe/ New on Marvel Unlimited this Week http...

Episode 49 - The Flash - Flashpoint This week we are diverting our attention to comics from the DC universe, in preparation for The Flash.  This long delayed and scandal plagued movie promises to wrap up the current DC movie universe and set the stage for a new normal under James Gunn’s leadership.  This Week In Comics “Stan Lee” Documentary debuts June 16th on Disney+  Trailer: https://youtu.be/r...

Episode 48 - Spider-Man: Homecoming Movie Review So this week it feels like we have gotten lost in time, somewhat.  We are talking about a Spider-Man movie, but NOT the $120 million dollar opening weekend blockbuster that just released.  That comes later!  This week we are heading to the first MCU Spidey movie from 2016 – Homecoming starring Tom Holland!  This Week In Comics J. Michael Straczynski...

Episode 47 - Spider-Man Homecoming - Poor Uncle Ben This week we are getting ready to talk about a Spider-Man movie, but perhaps not the one you were expecting!  We are looking at the first appearances of Peter Parker in the 1960s and then diving into his Ultimate universe incarnation in preparation for 2017’s Homecoming MCU film. This Week In Comics Image Comics Signs Exclusively to Lunar Distrib...

Episode 46 - Doctor Strange Movie Review Everyone loves an origin story, right!?  So consider yourselves lucky, folks, because this week we look at the MCU introduction and origin of Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange!  This Week In Comics *Spoiler Story* CBR.com link withheld to keep spoilers secret. Find out at your comic book store in the new release section next week (May 31) in Amazing Spi...

Episode 45 - Doctor Strange - Electrician Supreme This week we return to the world of MCU origin movies, with the 2016 introduction and origin of Doctor Strange!  There are a lot of new characters and lore to catch up on, so this week is going to be a fun one!  This Week In Comics Wonder Woman's Daughter Trinity to Debut in Landmark 800th Issue  https://comicbook.com/comics/news/dc-wonder-womans-d...