The Fire Rises

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays Citizens of Gotham! On this Holiday special episode of TFR, we dive into the early gift given to us by James Gunn, the new teaser trailer for Superman! We then discuss the 2019 DC Film Shazam and all of its Holiday goodness. From our families to yours, we hope you all have a wonderful holiday season. ----------------------------------------------- Want to save mo...

The end of an era has come on the CW, with the ending of Superman & Lois. TFR is here for a retrospective on the four season series. Join Eric & Joe as we highlight our feelings on the show, our favorite moments, characters, seasons, and more! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link an...

TFR circles back around to The Penguin now that the series has wrapped! Eric & Joe give their thoughts on the series as a whole, as well as its implications on the world of The Batman. ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link and promo codes below to save today! https://organicpricedbooks.c...

Eric & Joe sit down to give their thoughts on the newest DC Film, ‘Joker: Folie à Deux.’ As per usual, we start spoiler free before diving into all the details! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link and promo codes below to save today! https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=glvfey24 $2 OFF...

On this installment, the TFR crew discusses the newest chapter of the world of The Batman. That is, of course, the newest HBO Series ‘The Penguin.’ Join us as Eric & Joe discuss the debut episode of the limited series in spoiler-free and then spoiler filled fashion! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same ti...

TFR goes back in time to the days of a young Clark Kent by looking at the popular series SMALLVILLE in this installment. Eric & Joe give their different perspectives, one having watched the show from inception and the other discovering it for the first time. ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use...

WE’RE BACK! After a hiatus, TFR returns to cover the brand new animated series ‘Batman: Caped Crusader.’ In this installment, Eric & Joe talk spoiler free before diving into the first three episodes of the series! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link and promo codes below to save today!...

TFR is back from hiatus to celebrate 35 years of the film that started a mania… Batman! Eric & Joe discuss the actors, legacy, merchandise, and more from the 1989 iconic film. ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link and promo codes below to save today! https://organicpricedbooks.com/?ref=g...

In this installment of TFR, Eric & Joe discuss the reveal of the new Superman suit by James Gunn, and then dive into a look back at the 2014 animated film ‘Son of Batman.’ Join us in celebrating 10 years of the film, as we discuss the voices, animation, and of course the story that adapts the Grant Morrison story ‘Batman and Son.’ ----------------------------------------------- Want to save mo...

It’s the five year anniversary of the meeting of The Dark Knight and the Heroes in a Half-Shell! TFR celebrates ‘Batman vs Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!’ Join Eric & Joe in looking back at the release of the film, the story, voice acting, animation, and more! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use...

It’s been 15 years since the release of Zack Snyder’s WATCHMEN, and of course TFR is here to cover the anniversary. Join Eric & Joe as we discuss the background, story, visuals, and more! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link and promo codes below to save today! https://organicpricedbook...

TFR dives into the darkest character Scott Snyder has with this episode by covering the comic THE BATMAN WHO LAUGHS. Eric & Joe talk about the character and his run with the Dark Knight, the story, and everywhere in between. ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link and promo codes below to...

TFR is back to discuss the newest entry in the DC Animated “Tomorrowverse,” ‘Justice League: Crisis on Infinite Earths, Part 1.’ Eric & Joe discuss the film spoiler free first, and then dive into the spoilery aspects! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link and promo codes below to save to...

  HOLY BATCAST/TFR CROSSOVER As a very special Valentine’s Day treat, TFR has teamed with Holy BatCast to rank the cinematic love interests of Bruce Wayne/Batman. Andy DiGenova joins Eric & Joe for the first half, ranking our numbers 10-6. Make sure to go over to the Holy BatCast feed to hear the conclusion of the rankings and listener votes! ----------------------------------------------- Wan...

TFR Celebrates Valentine’s early with a look back at the classic story ‘The Batman Adventures: Mad Love!’ Joe & Eric discuss the book and the animated episode it inspired, the origin of Harley, her relationship with Joker, and much more! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link and promo co...

TFR loves anniversaries, and for this episode we have a big one! Join Eric & Joe as we celebrate 25 years of Batman Beyond! We talk about the two part pilot, the legacy of the character, and how we feel about Terry in the cowl! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the link and promo codes below...

Happy New Year Citizens of Gotham!!! For the first episode of 2024, TFR is taking a look back at what was. We are of course saying farewell to the previous cinematic universe of DC films, the DCEU. We update our ranking of the films with the addition of those from 2023 before looking back at fond memories with not only Eric and Joe, but our listeners as well. Here is to what was, and what is to co...

The final chapter of the DCEU is upon us and the TFR Crew is here to talk all about it! Of course, we’re diving into ‘AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM.’ Eric & Joe discuss the movie first in spoiler free fashion before diving into full spoilers. Enjoy our final episode of 2023 and may you all have a safe and happy Holiday season! Oh… and lookout for a surprise cameo appearance on the show! Spoiler...

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays citizens of Gotham! On the 3rd Annual TFR Christmas special, Eric & Joe talk all about the gift for the holidays from DC Animation: the new film Merry Little Batman! We cover the new film in spoiler free and then spoiler fashion, and spoilers begin at 25:50. We hope you enjoy this years Christmas Special and have a safe and happy Holiday season! -------------...

On a momentous occasion, and a kick off to the Christmas season TFR celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the beloved ‘Batman: Mask of the Phantasm!’ Join Eric & Joe as we reminisce about the film, its release, the character and story work and much more. ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on collected editions of comics and support TFR at the same time? Use the lin...

In celebration of the Actors Strike ending and Superman: Legacy getting back on track, TFR is going SUPER with an episode covering the animated film Superman Unbound! The film celebrates its 10 year anniversary this year, and we all know how much this show enjoys a good anniversary. Eric is joined by Matt Hulen as they dive into the voices, art, and story of Superman Unbound. ---------------------...

TFR Celebrates Spooky Season with our 2023 Halloween Special! 25 years ago, the finale of the Batman Red Rain Trilogy was released, and that of course is ‘Batman: Crimson Mist.’ In our final Halloween episode covering the trilogy, Eric & Joe talk all about the story, art, and the lasting legacy of the vampiric Dark Knight. Happy Halloween everyone!!! -------------------------------------------...

Five years ago the animated adaptation of the iconic ‘Batman: Gotham by Gaslight’ was released, and Spooky Szn is the perfect time to celebrate. Join the TFR Crew as we talk all about the adaptation, the story changes, and of course the talented voice cast led by the returning Bruce Greenwood. Happy Halloween citizens of Gotham! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on...

It’s been 35 years since the Joker struck perhaps his most devastating blow to Batman! TFR gathers in remembrance of the 35th Anniversary of the milestone story arc ‘Batman: A Death in the Family.’ In this installment, Eric & Joe discuss the story as well as its impact on the mythology of Batman. We also discuss the ago old question of whether or not Jason Todd should have stayed dead! -------...

On this installment of TFR, we’re taking a look back at one of the newer DC Universe Animated films released earlier this year; ‘Legion of Superheroes.’ Eric & Joe dive into the story and give their thoughts on the film and what it means for the Tomorrowverse! We also briefly discuss the events of Justice League Warworld! ----------------------------------------------- Want to save money on co...