2014 Merchandise & Miscellaneous News Archives
January 25, 2014: Making the Superman 75th Anniversary Animated Short
Voices From Krypton has posted the first part in a series of behind-the-scenes interviews with the people behind the 75th Anniversary Superman Animated Short. Here's an excerpt from their interview with director, storyboard artist and producer Jay Oliva...
- Q: Were there any other elements that you had originally hoped to have in there but ultimately couldn't for one reason or another?
JAY OLIVA: When I was going over what they wanted, I thought they messed up because they didn't have Lois & Clark and that sort of thing. Originally I had it mapped out for four minutes, because that's how long the John Williams theme is, but the budget wouldn't support it. Originally it was supposed to be a minute thirty seconds, and I was able to stretch it to a little over two minutes. But, yeah, originally I had a scene where Clark Kent comes out of a phonebook, and he does that whole "This is a job for Superman" thing and he reveals the costume. I had Clark running by a train, and a whole sequence inside the Fortress of Solitude. There's a part of the theme where it slows down for a bit and I was going to use that moment to project Jor-El and scenes from the movie in the fortress; you'd see the scene where Christopher Reeve and Margot Kidder are flying through the sky, with the city of Metropolis in the background. I wanted this thing where you would see animation in the foreground, but live action stuff in the background.
2014 Merchandise & Miscellaneous News
Listed below are all the Merchandise & Miscellaneous News items archived for 2014.- January 3, 2014: Ohio Superman License Plate Funds to Help Needy Clevelanders
- January 7, 2014: Predictions for 2014 - Poll Results
- January 8, 2014: Hutchinson Aiming for Bigger Smallville Festival
- January 8, 2014: Shopping - Superman Fleece Throws, Blankets and Snuggies
- January 11, 2014: Fan-Created Manga-Style “The Daily Planet Files”
- January 14, 2014: Mattel Releases New “DC Total Heroes” Action Figure Line
- January 15, 2014: Shopping - Superman Luggage, Bags and Backpacks
- January 21, 2014: Appeal Hearing Denied in Superman Copyright Battle
- January 22, 2014: Superman Legal Battle Clarification
- January 22, 2014: Superman Joins “Infinite Crisis” MOBA Video Game
- January 22, 2014: Siegel and Shuster Society Opt for Name Change
- January 22, 2014: Shopping - Superman Clocks
- January 23, 2014: Superheroes Get a Native American Makeover
- January 25, 2014: Making the Superman 75th Anniversary Animated Short
- January 27, 2014: Making the Superman 75th Anniversary Animated Short
- January 29, 2014: Police Warning Over Superman “Ecstasy” Tablets
- January 29, 2014: Troy Baker Voices Superman in “Infinite Crisis” Game
- January 29, 2014: Superman & Wonder Woman Vintage Phones
- January 29, 2014: Shopping - Valentine's Day
- January 31, 2014: Making the Superman 75th Anniversary Animated Short
- January 31, 2014: “Injustice: Gods Among Us” Free In-Game Credits
- February 4, 2014: Superman Homepage Shows - Poll Results
- February 4, 2014: Superman Helps Sick 4-Year-Old Boy on Shopping Spree
- February 5, 2014: Earliest Superman Cover Art to Sell at Auction
- February 5, 2014: Al Plastino JFK/Superman Artwork Arrives at Museum
- February 5, 2014: General Mills and DC Comics Bring More Comics to Cereal Boxes
- February 5, 2014: Shopping - iPhone 5 Superman Cases
- February 6, 2014: Medicon Toys Announces Superman and Bizarro Sofubi Figures
- February 11, 2014: Superman vs. Voldemort - Game Avatars Affect Real Life Behavior
- February 12, 2014: QMx Adds DC Characters to Line of Collectible Figures
- February 12, 2014: Lazy Superman Fails to Foil Crime in LA
- February 12, 2014: Shopping - Superman Socks
- February 12, 2014: “Help Your Heroes” Giving Sick Kids Hope
- February 13, 2014: DC Unveils New Collectibles at ToyFair
- February 13, 2014: Kiss Like a Hero with Hot Topic and DC Comics
- February 13, 2014: JL8 Comic Strip Creator Writing a Superman Series of Kids Books
- February 14, 2014: Send a Super Valentine's Day Virtual Greeting Card
- February 16, 2014: 30th Anniversary Super Powers Collection Action Figures Revealed
- February 19, 2014: Shopping - Superman LEGO
- February 20, 2014: Joe Shuster's Life Story as a Living Comic Book
- February 25, 2014: Superman Fan - Poll Results
- February 26, 2014: “This is Joe” - Short Fan Film on the Life of Joe Shuster
- February 26, 2014: Shopping - Sports and Outdoor Activities
- February 27, 2014: Digital First Comic and Mecha Superman for “Infinite Crisis” Video Game
- February 27, 2014: Rare Superman Items on Auction at Hakes
- March 1, 2014: GraphicAudio Presents “It's Superman!” by Tom DeHaven
- March 4, 2014: An Interview with England's First Singing Superman, Craig Berry
- March 5, 2014: Shopping - Go Super Green for St. Patrick's Day
- March 7, 2014: Darkseid Arrives For “Injustice” Mobile Game
- March 11, 2014: Accessing Superman Homepage Content - Poll Results
- March 12, 2014: Shopping - Superman for the Garden and Garage
- March 14, 2014: Open Beta for “Infinite Crisis” - What Do You Fight For?
- March 15, 2014: Cryptozoic Announces DC Comics Epic Battles Trading Cards
- March 17, 2014: Superman Wears a GoPro
- March 19, 2014: Superman Bob Holiday Website Updated
- March 19, 2014: Shopping - Superman Pencils, Pens and Markers
- March 20, 2014: How They Filmed “Superman With a GoPro”
- March 20, 2014: Al Plastino's Superman/JFK Artwork Now on Display
- March 26, 2014: Superman Celebrations Celebrities Announced
- March 26, 2014: Shopping - Denim Superman
- March 26, 2014: Ideas for Throwing a Superman-Themed Party
- March 26, 2014: Nightmare Superman Joins “Infinite Crisis” Video Game
- March 27, 2014: Nooka Creates DC Comics Watches
- April 1, 2014: Our April Fools Day News Pranks
- April 2, 2014: Study Shows Superman's Appeal is Weak in Gen Y
- April 2, 2014: Shopping - Mr. Mxyzptlk/April Fools Day
- April 7, 2014: Sideshow Collectibles Previews Superman Sixth Scale Figure
- April 7, 2013: Justice League Showbag at Sydney Royal Easter Show
- April 8, 2014: “The History of Invulnerability” Lands in Milwaukee, WI
- April 8, 2014: Our April Fools Day Pranks - Poll Results
- April 9, 2014: QMx Unveils DC Comics Bombshells Art Prints
- April 9, 2014: Shopping - Neck Ties and Bow Ties
- April 10, 2014: Pre-Order the Superman Sixth Scale Figure from Sideshow Collectibles
- April 13, 2014: Highlights from London's Superman Musical
- April 13, 2014: Man in Superman Shirt Saves Baby from Burning Building
- April 14, 2014: Dance Theatre Adapts “The Adventures of Superman” Radio Story
- April 16, 2014: A Look at “The History of Invulnerability” in Milwaukee, WI
- April 16, 2014: Shopping - DC Bombshells: Supergirl
- April 17, 2014: Elliot S! Maggin to Attend Superman Celebration
- April 23, 2014: WB Announces Live-Action Digital/Streaming Shows
- April 23, 2014: Shopping - Superman Mouse Pads
- April 27, 2014: New “Injustice: Gods Among Us” Mobile Game Multiplayer Mode
- April 28, 2014: Lois “Lane” Amster Dies, Aged 97
- April 29, 2014: Superman Figure Gives Hope to Arkansas Tornado Victims
- April 30, 2014: Square Enix Variant Static Arts Mini Superman Figure
- April 30, 2014: Shopping - Super Mother's Day
- May 4, 2014: Super-Mini Con 3 at 2014 Superman Celebration
- May 6, 2014: Jasco to Produce DC Comics LED Night Lights
- May 7, 2014: Entertainment Line-Up for 2014 Superman Celebration
- May 7, 2014: Dressing Gown Superman Stops Burglar
- May 7, 2014: Fan-Created Superhero Beers
- May 11, 2014: Top 10 Superman Villains
- May 13, 2014: Superman Hall of Heroes Launch
- May 13, 2014: Superman Celebration - Poll Results
- May 14, 2014: Shopping - Flying Superman Toys
- May 15, 2014: DC Entertainment Joins Forces with Hendrick Motorsports
- May 20, 2014: Superman Hall of Heroes - Video Interviews
- May 21, 2014: Shopping - Superman Playing Cards
- May 21, 2014: Superhero Facelift for Singapore Cable Cars
- May 22, 2014: Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Drive Superman Car
- May 26, 2014: DC All Access Ready to Launch NASCAR Giveaway
- May 26, 2014: Super Flappy iOS Game - Superman Edition
- May 27, 2014: “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” Video Game Announcement
- May 28, 2014: Old Time Radio Theater - “An Evening of Superheroes”
- May 28, 2014: Shopping - Super Dad Gift Ideas
- May 28, 2014: New Giant Superman Balloon Available for Parades
- May 29, 2014: Funko Announces New DC Cubed Vinyl Figures
- May 29, 2014: Superman/Wonder Woman Kid's Meal Comic and Toys at Wendy's
- June 1, 2014: Wearing a Superman T-Shirt Boosted Student's Test Performances
- June 2, 2014: Superman Celebration Hosts Super Pow Bam Bash!
- June 3, 2014: Make-A-Wish Helps Sick Luke Fly Like Superman
- June 3, 2014: Metropolis Postal Service to Honor Life Saving Heroes
- June 4, 2014: Supergirl Featured in “DC Universe Online” Game Update 37
- June 4, 2014: Superman Homepage “Meet & Greet” in Metropolis, Illinois
- June 4, 2014: Shopping - Superman Swimming Gear
- June 5, 2014: Personalized Superman Jerseys Now Available!
- June 9, 2014: Wendy's Superman/Wonder Woman Kid's Meal Comic Online
- June 10, 2014: Celebrate Superman with Sideshow Collectibles
- June 10, 2014: Superman Celebration “Daily Planet” Special Section Available
- June 11, 2014: First Look at QMx Q-Pop Superman Figure
- June 11, 2014: Help Fund the “Siegel & Shuster: Legend & Legacy” Documentary Kickstarter
- June 11, 2014: Shopping - Superman Watches
- June 12, 2014: Warner Bros. Extends Alliance with Mattel
- June 13, 2014: Video - Superman Homepage “Meet & Greet” from Metropolis, Illinois
- June 13, 2014: “Adventures as Superman” New Online Comic Book
- June 15, 2014: Closing Ceremony for the 2014 Superman Celebration
- June 15, 2014: Photos and Video from Superman Celebration in Metropolis, Illinois
- June 15, 2014: Costume Contest and Parade from Superman Celebration
- June 15, 2014: Hendrick Motorsports Dale Earnhardt Jr. Superman Store
- June 16, 2014: Hutchinson to be Called “Smallville” for Two Days
- June 17, 2014: “Infinite Crisis” Reveals Supergirl Champion
- June 17, 2014: Comic Convention Attendance - Poll Results
- June 18, 2014: Warner Bros. Partner with Party City
- June 18, 2014: “Girl of Steel” Wins Superman Celebration Fan Film Festival
- June 18, 2014: Shopping - Planet Krypton
- June 19, 2014: Fan-Made Superman Breakfast Cereal Designs
- June 23, 2014: Smallville ComicCon Exceeds Expectations
- June 23, 2014: Video Interview with Tattooed Superman - Jesus A. Ceballos, Jr.
- June 25, 2014: Factory Entertainment Announces DC Comics WriteEms Comic Con Exclusive
- June 25, 2014: Shopping - The American Way
- June 27, 2014: Get Saved in Singapore by a 3D Superman Painting
- June 27, 2014: Rare Superman Items on Auction at Hakes.com
- June 29, 2014: Shuster Family Petition US Supreme Court Over Rights to Superman
- June 30, 2014: Australian College to Perform Superman Musical
- June 30, 2014: Kids Celebrate Superman's Birthday at Museum of Houston
- July 1, 2014: Examining the Shuster Estate Petition to Supreme Court
- July 2, 2014: Supergirl Now Available in “Infinite Crisis” Video Game
- July 2, 2014: Exclusive Comic-Con 2014 Superman Collectibles
- July 2, 2014: Shopping - Paperweights and Busts
- July 3, 2014: Superman Unchained 2015 Wall Calendar
- July 7, 2014: DC Denies Request to Use the Superman Symbol on Toronto Boy's Memorial
- July 8, 2014: Bear Cottage Launches Superhero Week for Terminally Ill Children
- July 9, 2014: DC Reverses Decision to Allow “S” Symbol on Murdered Boy's Memorial
- July 9, 2014: Shopping - “Man of Steel” Watches
- July 10, 2014: New Superman Book App Reimagines Storytelling Experience
- July 13, 2014: Superman Panels at San Diego Comic-Con
- July 15, 2014: Superman Fans Most Susceptible to Computer Viruses
- July 15, 2014: Barnes & Noble to Celebrate DC Comics Superheroes
- July 15, 2014: Supergirl Pro Returns to Oceanside, California
- July 16, 2014: Shopping - Superman Mugs
- July 18, 2014: People Stuck as Superman Tower of Power Ride Breaks Down
- July 24, 2014: The Day I Saved HALL H at the San Diego Comic-Con
- July 24, 2014: Holding Kryptonite
- July 28, 2014: New Video Trailer for “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham”
- July 30, 2014: Superman Fan Preference - Poll Results
- July 31, 2014: Physics Students Doubt Validity of Superman's Powers
- August 5, 2014: Plano, Illinois All Set for Smallville SUPERFEST 2014
- August 5, 2014: Superman/Batman Exhibition in Rosario, Argentina
- August 5, 2014: Real-Life Superman Arrives in Time at Crash Scene
- August 6, 2014: Shopping - New Merchandise for August 2014
- August 12, 2014: “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” - Poll Results
- August 13, 2014: Shopping - Superman School Supplies
- August 14, 2014: New “LEGO Batman 3” Characters and Level Unveiled at Gamescom
- August 19, 2014: DC Hero Superman and Bizarro Sofubi Figures
- August 19, 2014: Life Lessons and Motivations Inspired by Superman
- August 20, 2014: “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” Brainiac Trailer
- August 20, 2014: Superheroes the Focus of “My Hero II” Art Exhibition
- August 21, 2014: Superman vs. Batman - DC Collectibles Wood Figures
- August 26, 2014: “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” Release Dates Announced
- August 26, 2014: Lois Lane Young Adult Novel Coming in January
- August 27, 2014: New Superman Coins from Royal Canadian Mint
- August 27, 2014: Shopping - Superman Straw Cups and Bottles
- August 28, 2014: Video - Superman Sixth Scale Figure from Sideshow Collectibles
- August 28, 2014: Six Flags Introduces “Justice League: Battle for Metropolis” Ride
- August 29, 2014: New Superman Coins from Royal Canadian Mint Unveiled
- September 1, 2014: Superman Musical Comes to Sydney, Australia
- September 1, 2014: Superhero Art Auction Raises Money for Scholarship
- September 2, 2014: Bandai's SpruKits Poseable Superman Model Kits
- September 3, 2014: New Nightmare Superman Costume Available for “Infinite Crisis”
- September 3, 2014: Shopping - New Items for September
- September 8, 2014: DCU Signature Series Doomsday Action Figure is Coming!
- September 9, 2014: “Man of Steel” Downloadable Content in “LEGO Batman 3”
- September 9, 2014: Royal Canadian Superman Coins - Poll Results
- September 10, 2014: Shopping - Superman: Football Season
- September 11, 2014: Superman-Themed Portrait Wins Archibald Prize
- September 16, 2014: Superman Costume Statue of Murdered Boy Almost Finished
- September 17, 2014: Shopping - Superman Birthday Party Supplies
- September 17, 2014: Infographic - The Ultimate List of Superhero Lairs
- September 21, 2014: Teacher to Run Half-Marathon as Superman for Sick Kids
- September 22, 2014: J. Bone's Sun-Friendly Superman Costume
- September 24, 2014: Shopping - Halloween Costumes
- September 25, 2014: Exhibition - Superman: The Jewish Roots of America's Super Hero
- September 30, 2014: LEGO Unveils DC Super Heroes Justice League 2015 Sets
- September 30, 2014: Tonner NYCC Exclusive “Lady Action as Supergirl” Outfit
- September 30, 2014: DC Comics Responds to Sexist Merchandise Criticism
- October 1, 2014: Shopping - New for October 2014
- October 2, 2014: Monogram Announces DC Comics 3D Figural Key Rings
- October 6, 2014: Supreme Court Denies Review of Superman Case
- October 6, 2014: Superman Musical on Stage at Lakewood Theatre Company's Side Door
- October 7, 2014: DC Collectibles Previews Jae Lee “Batman/Superman” Action Figures
- October 7, 2014: Mattel Previews “Super Powers” and New Doomsday Action Figures
- October 8, 2014: Shopping - DC Collectibles Superman Statues
- October 9, 2014: Halloween Inspired Superhero Body Paint Project
- October 12, 2014: Superman Pesters Batman in “LEGO DC Comics: Batman Be-Leaguered”
- October 13, 2014: The Voice Actors Behind “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” Video Game
- October 14, 2014: First Introduction to Superman - Poll Results
- October 15, 2014: Shopping - Superman Wet Weather Gear
- October 18, 2014: Superman Costume Statue of Murdered Boy Unveiled
- October 20, 2014: Flying Man Spotted by Plane Pilots and Passengers
- October 21, 2014: Superman Honey Mustard Chicken Burger at McDonalds Hong Kong
- October 22, 2014: Schleich Unveils Its DC Comics Figurines
- October 22, 2014: Funko DC Super Heroes Mystery Minis
- October 22, 2014: Shopping - Superman USB Flash Drives
- October 23, 2014: Stand Like Superman to Increase Your Chances of Success
- October 28, 2014: Rare Superman Items on Auction at Hakes.com
- October 29, 2014: Play as Krypto and Other Characters in “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham”
- October 29, 2014: Superman and Doomsday Coming to “Puzzle & Dragons”
- October 29, 2014: Shopping - Superman Jigsaw Puzzles
- November 3, 2014: Biscuiteers Celebrates Licensing Deal With Warner Bros.
- November 4, 2014: An Amazing Array of DC Characters in “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham”
- November 4, 2014: Superman Action Figure Goes to Edge of Space
- November 4, 2014: Superman Homepage Celebrates 20 Years Online!
- November 5, 2014: Shopping - Superman Posters
- November 6, 2014: “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” Developer Diary - Gameplay
- November 6, 2014: Jerry Siegel's Typewriter Purchased by Collector
- November 10, 2014: DC vs. Marvel Battle in Parma, Ohio
- November 10, 2014: Superman Boat Wins Hawkesbury Bridge to Bridge Event
- November 11, 2014: “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” Now Available!
- November 11, 2014: Halloween Dress-Up - Poll Results
- November 12, 2014: “Infinite Crisis” Reveals Arcane Supergirl Champion
- November 12, 2014: Premature Baby Survives After Being Named Kalel
- November 12, 2014: Happy 82nd Birthday Bob Holiday!
- November 12, 2014: Review - “Man of Steel” Superman Sixth Scale Figure
- November 12, 2014: Shopping - Superman Bath & Shower Items
- November 17, 2014: Art Exhibit Puts Superheroes in Renaissance Clothing
- November 18, 2014: Infinite Crisis - Behind the Voice of Arcane Supergirl
- November 18, 2014: Six Flags Unveils “Justice League: Battle for Metropolis 4D” Ride
- November 19, 2014: Shopping - Superman Gift Wrapping Paper
- November 20, 2014: Free DC Comics Scribblenauts Figures at Hungry Jacks Australia
- November 20, 2014: LEGO Batman vs. Superman
- November 24, 2014: Top 10 Superman Songs of All Time
- November 25, 2014: Happy Birthday Noel Neill! 94 Years Young!
- November 25, 2014: Batman Tries to Save Superman from Darth Vader
- November 26, 2014: “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” Season Pass Trailer
- November 26, 2014: Create Your Own Custom Superman Figure Cremation Urn
- November 26, 2014: Shopping - Superman Christmas Decorations
- November 27, 2014: Icon Heroes Debuts DC Comics Office Accessories
- November 28, 2014: Super Black Friday Blu-ray/DVD Sales
- December 2, 2014: “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham” New Season Pass Additions
- December 2, 2014: Top 10 Superman Songs - Poll Results
- December 3, 2014: Shopping - Superman Tables and Chairs
- December 7, 2014: Art Contest to Celebrate Montegrappa DC Heroes & Villains Pen Set Release
- December 8, 2014: Unlock Superman and Other Characters in “LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham”
- December 10, 2014: Shopping - Superman Stocking Stuffers
- December 12, 2014: Police Chief Dresses as Superman to Make Kids Feel Safe
- December 16, 2014: Win $2000 Cash by Designing a Justice League Case
- December 17, 2014: Shopping - Superman iPhone Cases/Covers
- December 19, 2014: 'Superman' Ecstasy Pills Seized in Dublin
- December 23, 2014: Christmas Presents - Poll Results
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