He was then reworked as a character suitable for series appearances in swamp thing vol. Swamp thing volume 5 is one of the new 52 ongoing series published after flashpoint. Swamp thing opening swamp thing is an american animated television series based on the dc comics later vertigo comics character swamp thing. This cartoon series was based on the swamp thing toyline by kenner and was inspired by the swamp thing comic book and movies. Swamp thing is an american animated television series based on the dc comics character, swamp thing. There was 1982 feature directed by wes craven and a shortlived series in the 1990s that ran on usa as well as a brief animated series. Swamp thing is an american animated television series based on the vertigo dc comics superhero character swamp thing. Enjoy in the adventures of swamp thing, dc universe character. With crystal reed, virginia madsen, andy bean, derek mears. Swamp thing is an american animated television series based on the dc comics later vertigo comics character swamp thing. Swamp thing tv show season 2 episodes list next episode.
May 30, 2019 swamp thing is coming to dc universe but how can you watch it, and when will new episodes release the new horror series, which is produced by aquaman director james wan, is the latest dc comics property to be adapted into a liveaction television series for the dc universe streaming service. He currenly appears on cartoon networks justice league action. Swamp thing complete cartoon tv series on dvd media collectibles. Swamp thing is an american animated television series based on the dc comics character swamp thing. Swamp thing is an american animated television series based on the vertigodc comics superhero character swamp thing. The animated swamp thing series bears little resemblance to the dc comic book that spawned it, sure the character designs and origin story were somewhat similar, though the origin given here was more in keeping with the wes craven swamp thing movie than what comic creators len wein and berni wrightson had come up with back in the 70s. Scientist alec holland invents a growth substance that could end world hunger, but a plantation owner obsessed with immortality tries to steal it and causes an accident that turns alec into a humanplant mutant, protector of the bayou. Tomahawk gets points for avoiding most of the usual native american stereotypes. Henderson wade, jennifer beals, andy bean release date.
Why dc universe cancelling swamp thing was a bad idea. Despite being canceled not long after its premiere, dc universe continued to release the remaining episodes of the series, with the finale being released on august 2, 2019. It is the second dc universe series to find a network home at the cw, joining stargirl. The program only lasted five episodes and is often considered. The animated series this cartoon series was based on the swamp thing toyline by kenner and was inspired by the swamp thing comic book and movies. Debuting april 20, 1991 on fox, it lasted only five episodes. Was the swamp thing animated series inspired by kenners action figure line like motu or was the figure line inspired by the animated series. The shortlived series, produced by dic entertainment, corresponded with kenners swamp thing.
In this installment we revisit the early 90s animated series, swamp thing. Swamp thing finally made his dc animated universe debut in a short cameo in the justice league episode comfort and joy. He is associated with the parliament of trees, the white lantern. Dc universe sets swamp thing premiere date, unveils. The home of the arrowverse announced on monday that it has acquired the dc universe streaming services oneanddone swamp thing. Botanist alec holland became the avatar of the green, known as the swamp thing, following his death in a swamp as a result of a horrific accident. Produced by dic entertainment, the series corresponded with kenners swamp thing action figure collection released in 1990. Dc universe announces premiere dates for swamp thing. Swamp thing and dc universe could have some serious problems. This page contains information about swamp thing volume 5. The figures seem to have arrived several months before the series, and the transducer playset includes a mantis figure. Swamp thing tv series in development for dc universe.
May 30, 2019 swamp thing the animated series has all the hallmarks of a classic superhero series that pits a great looking superhero against vicious monsters, and promotes healthy ideas about preserving. The series, executive produced by james wan, was the. Jul 19, 2019 the animated swamp thing series bears little resemblance to the dc comic book that spawned it, sure the character designs and origin story were somewhat similar, though the origin given here was more in keeping with the wes craven swamp thing movie than what comic creators len wein and berni wrightson had come up with back in the 70s. Apr 17, 2019 the dc universe series have been chugging along with shows like titans and doom patrol, but production upheaval on the set of swamp thing may mean some major changes for the streaming service. May 11, 2020 swamp thing premiered may 31, 2019 on dc universe and was canceled after one season.
This cartoon series was based on the swamp thing toy line by kenner and was inspired by the swamp thing comic book and movies. Anton arcane was the series main villain, along with his three unmen. There were two movies, an animated series, and the best of the lot, the liveaction series which lasted three. Swamp thing is a science fiction, actionadventure television series based on the vertigodc comics character the swamp thing. Word of god is that despite being on the service, it is not part of the titansverse shared universe. Dc universe has canceled its new series swamp thing after airing just one episode, despite a 92% rating on rotten tomatoes. Swamp thing, canceled at dc universe, coming to the cw. Dic entertainments swamp thing animated series debuted on fox kids in april 1991, with len carlson providing the voice of the swamp thing. Jun 06, 2019 the swamp thing will have to return to its swamp dc universe has canceled the show after a single season. Swamp thing has found himself a new swimming hole, over on the cw. Swamp thing animated series questions anime superhero forum. Swamp thing 1991 tv series swamp thing wiki fandom. Swamp thing is an american animated television series based on the vertigo comics character swamp thing.
The project will be cowritten by mark verheiden daredevil, battlestar. Starring dick durock reprising his title role from the popular swamp thing feature films, mark lindsay chapman and carrell myers, swamp thing. In the early 1900s, scientist alex olson is working on a biorestorative formula when his lab is destroyed by explosives placed by his. Swamp thing 1991 the unman unleashed episode 1 full.
The animation style followed a trend similar to tromas toxic crusaders. The series only lasted five episodes and was produced by dic. The series is shortlived, with the pilot episode airing on october 31, 1990 followed by four additional episodes airing weekly from april 20 to may 11, 1991. Swamp thing was once a man named alec holland, but after being caught on fire, doused with strange chemicals, and dumped into the louisiana swamps by the evil dr. Swamp thing tv series in development for dc universe collider. Swamp thing was once a man named alec holland, but after being caught. Search, discover and share your favorite swamp thing gifs. The series was shortlived, with the pilot episode airing on october 31, 1990 followed by only four additional episodes that aired weekly from april 20 to may 11, 1991 on fox. The series follows the tortured creature on his quest to regain the humanity that was taken from him as he purges the swamp of evildoers along the way. Produced by dic animation city, the series corresponded with kenners swamp thing. Swamp thing villain revealed in new character descriptions. Based on the comicbook character originally created by len wein. He is portrayed by derek mears on the 2019 tv series. Additionally swamp thing has two allies created for the series, tomahawk and bayou jack.
The news comes after only one episode of the series has aired and continues to fuel. The series, executive produced by james wan, was the third scripted original picked up for the comic bookfocused. Swamp thing is an american animated television series based on the dc comics superhero character swamp thing. The first season was originally going to be episodes. Swamp thing canceled after one season at dc universe. Swamp thing premiered may 31, 2019 on dc universe and was canceled after one season. Alec holland, who invents an amazing plantgrowth formula to end world hunger. The dc comicsbranded streaming service dc universe has set the premiere date for its third liveaction series, james wans swamp thing. Starring dick durock reprising his title role from the popular swamp thing feature films, mark lindsay chapman, carrell myers and featuring kari wuhrer sliders, swamp thing, the original television series that ran on usa network from 199093, follows the tortured creature that was once a man and his quest to regain the humanity that was taken from him, purging the swamp of evildoers along the way. Swamp thing is a comic book character created in 1972 by len wein and famed horror artist bernie wrightson. Swamp thing is an elemental creature who shares a connection to all plant life on the planet earth through a network called the green. It debuted on usa network on july 27, 1990, and lasted three seasons for a total of 72 episodes.
The animated series based on the dc comics series, this is the story of a brilliant botanist, dr. The drama series follows abby arcane as she investigates what seems to be a deadly. With len carlson, don francks, philip akin, errol slue. English esubs swamp thing is an american superhero horror drama. It tells the story of alec hollands transforma swamp thing volume 5 is one of the new 52 ongoing series published after flashpoint. Alec holland, who invents an amazing plantgrowth formula to end.
Swamp thing s01 season 1 complete 480p 720p 1080p web. Dc universes swamp thing star thinks being saved for season. Swamp thing is a 2019 superhero series on the dc universe streaming service, the third show to be produced and premiered on the streaming service. Swamp thing premiered may 31, 2019, on dc universe. Swamp thing is still rolling at dc universe, so subscribers can check out season 1 and the upcoming series finale in the coming weeks. Dc universes swamp thing was as promising as bigbudget series get, but the streaming service was backed into an extremely awkward cancellation announcement that. The cw acquires swamp thing coroner and comedy dead. Dedicated scientist alec holland was working on a revolutionary formula with his sister linda that would enable miraculous plant growth for the. Aug 14, 2019 dc universes swamp thing was as promising as bigbudget series get, but the streaming service was backed into an extremely awkward cancellation announcement that arrived the very week that the. Dc universes swamp thing star thinks being saved for. Nov 22, 2017 its hard to say who owned the rights to swamp thing at the time, but the character did briefly have his own animated series on fox in 1991. Dc universe just released a first look at their upcoming tv show, swamp thing.
Abby arcane returns home to marais, louisiana to investigate a deadly swamp borne virus, only to discover the dark, terrifying mysteries of the swamp. Based on the classic swamp thing comic series, the series is about cdc doctor abby arcane, who. The complete series was released digitally december 2, 2019, and on dvd and bluray february 11, 2020. May 11, 2020 swamp thing has found himself a new swimming hole, over on the cw. The series was produced by dic entertainment and corresponds with kenners 1990 toy line. It will be interesting to see if swamp thing gets picked up.
The animated series next episode air date and your others favorite tv shows. Swamp thing the animated series has all the hallmarks of a classic superhero series that pits a great looking superhero against vicious monsters. Alec holland swamp thing 1991 tv series dc database. At wondercon on friday, dc universe announced that its next original liveaction superhero series swamp thing will premiere may 31. It tells the story of alec hollands transformation into swamp thing following his resurrection from death. Add the shows you like to a watchlist and let the site take it from there. Jun 11, 2019 after its surprising june 6 cancellation, swamp thing has become a case study in how a series gets axed in the peak tv era. Swamp thing was first given a scriptto series order in may of this year, to the delight of dc comics and horror fans alike. The shortlived series, produced by dic entertainment, corresponded with kenners swamp thing action figure collection released the year prior. The cw acquires swamp thing, canadian drama coroner. The animated series episode air dates and to stay in touch with swamp thing. May 02, 2018 there was 1982 feature directed by wes craven and a shortlived series in the 1990s that ran on usa as well as a brief animated series. May 31, 2019 aquaman director james wan is producing the swamp thing series, which debuted its 10episode first season abruptly shortened from the original on may 31, 2019. May 24, 2019 the dc character swamp thing doesnt have the best track record with being adapted.
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