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Zap! Bam! Pow! Warner Bros. Consumer Products Unveils Licensing Program for 1960's Batman Classic TV Series at Licensing Show 2012

BURBANK, Calif., June 7, 2012 -- Holy Licensing Program, Batman! Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) unveiled today, in advance of Licensing Show 2012, a new licensing program inspired by the classic 1960's television series, Batman. The program will feature captured photography from the live-action series, as well as the illustrated character art inspired by the series' animated opening sequence, and will incorporate the vehicles, gadgets and catchphrases that have made the show a cultural phenomenon.

May 2012 - DC Collectibles - BATMAN 1:4 SCALE MUSEUM QUALITY STATUE

DEFENDER OF GOTHAM CITY!

The Dark Knight emerges from the rubble of Gotham City in the latest from the museum quality line of collectables! This immaculately crafted statue features Batman gazing into the heart of the criminal underworld and is an impressive addition to any collection!

Measuring approximately 18.75" high x 9" wide x 11" deep, this hand-painted, cold-cast porcelain, mixed-media statue is packaged in a 4-color box.

Sculpted by Jon Matthews. Limited Edition.

$324.95 US
On Sale September 12, 2012
*Allocations May Occur

WASHINGTON, May 2, 2012 -- Following is the daily "Profile America" feature from the U.S. Census Bureau:

WEDNESDAY, MAY 2: BATMAN

Profile America - Wednesday, May 2nd. One of America's favorite superheroes appeared for the first time this week in 1939 — as Detective Comics introduced a new crime fighter - Batman. Created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger, the Caped Crusader was an immediate hit and has entertained several generations of fans, as he and sidekick Robin battle such criminals as the Joker and Catwoman to protect Gotham City. Batman has appeared in movie serials, feature motion pictures, and several television series, both with live actors and in animation. But after 73 years, he is still featured in comic books. Comic books are part of the $46 billion a year periodical publishing industry in the U.S. You can find these and more facts about America from the U.S. Census Bureau, online at http://www.census.gov.

Sources: Chase's Calendar of Events 2012, p. 242
2007 Economic Census, NAICS 51112

Film Producer Dishes on The Dark Knight
'The Boy Who Loved Batman' Shares 5 Things You Didn't Know About His Fave Superhero

March 2012 - Excitement about the newest Batman movie, "The Dark Knight Rises," is already revved up for its July 20th premiere. Details about the Warner Brothers film starring Christian Bale as Batman and Anne Hathaway as Catwoman are cloaked in secrecy. But executive producer and diehard Batman fan Michael Uslan knows a Dark Knight thing or two that may surprise you.

"I grew up immersed in comics. I loved them all. My hands-down favorite, though - then and now - is Batman," says Uslan, who wrote about his comic obsession in his new memoir, THE BOY WHO LOVED BATMAN (www.theboywholovedbatman.com), available in bookstores and on amazon.com.

February 2012 - DC Direct - THE DARK KNIGHT RISES: BUSTS

Before the blockbuster The Dark Knight Rises hits theaters in July, be the first to own these incredibly detailed busts straight from Gotham City! These life-like collectibles capture the essence of Batman and two of his greatest foes - Bane and Catwoman!

Bane - 6.5" h
Catwoman - 6" h
Batman - 6.25" h

Each Sold Separately
$80.00 US
On Sale June 20, 2012

February 2012 - DC Direct - THE DARK KNIGHT RISES: 1:6 SCALE ICON STATUES

Before the blockbuster The Dark Knight Rises hits theaters in July, be the first to own these incredibly detailed statues straight from Gotham City! These life-like collectibles capture the essence of Batman and two of his greatest foes - Bane and Catwoman!

Bane - 12.5" h
Catwoman - 7" h
Batman - 13" h

Each Sold Separately
$129.99 US
On Sale June 20, 2012

January 2012 - DC Direct - DC COMICS - THE NEW 52: JUSTICE LEAGUE BATMAN ACTION FIGURE

6.75" h

DC Comics - The New DC 52 was THE entertainment story of 2011! Now comes the first figure in an ongoing line based on Geoff Johns and Jim Lee's best-selling JUSTICE LEAGUE! Leading the way is the revamped Batman, wearing a unique take on the classic costume as designed by Lee and still putting fear into the heart of criminals everywhere!

Action Figures
On Sale May 2, 2012