Good morning. Amazon has filed its formal response to the harassment lawsuit tied to Ed Brubaker's Criminal adaptation, Tom King's Wonder Woman run ends this year, and ReedPop abruptly shuts down Popverse days before New York Comic Con. Here's what it means.
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Amazon's legal team has filed a demurrer response to the lawsuit brought by Ed Brubaker and others regarding alleged abuse and harassment on the set of the Criminal television adaptation. The filing calls the lawsuit meritless and seeks to dismiss the claims before trial, marking the streaming giant's first formal legal position on allegations that have circulated since the production wrapped.
The case centers on workplace harassment claims tied to the adaptation of Brubaker's acclaimed noir comic series Criminal, published by Image Comics. While specific allegations have not been detailed in public court filings, the lawsuit names multiple plaintiffs alongside Brubaker, suggesting a broader pattern of on-set conduct complaints. Amazon's demurrer argues the claims fail to meet the legal standard required to proceed.
The legal battle arrives at an awkward moment for comic-to-screen adaptations. Amazon has invested heavily in graphic-novel IP, from Invincible to The Boys, and Criminal represented a prestige bet on creator-driven material. A prolonged court fight could complicate future deals with independent creators who retain control over their properties and carry leverage in Hollywood negotiations.
For collectors, the lawsuit adds a layer of uncertainty to Criminal back issues and signed editions. First printings of Criminal vol. 1 issues have held steady in the $15–$25 range on ComicCollx, but legal controversy tied to adaptations has historically created short-term volatility in speculative markets. The original Image series ran from 2006 to 2020 across multiple volumes and remains a key Brubaker/Phillips collaboration.
Why it matters: Creator-led lawsuits against studios can reset power dynamics in Hollywood deals, especially for Image creators who retain rights. If the case advances, it may embolden other comic writers to challenge production practices and could slow Amazon's appetite for indie IP. For now, the demurrer puts the ball back in the plaintiffs' court.
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Tom King exits Wonder Woman after issue #40. Tom King and artist Daniel Sampere will conclude their Wonder Woman run with issue #40 in 2026, ending a tenure that began with King's relaunch of the title. The departure follows King's high-profile work on Batman and other DC franchises, and the publisher has not yet announced a replacement creative team. King's Wonder Woman run has been divisive among fans but consistently charted in monthly top-20 sales lists. Read at source (Bleeding Cool) →
ReedPop to shutter Popverse before New York Comic Con. ReedPop announced it will close its Popverse editorial site this month, just days ahead of New York Comic Con in October. Popverse launched as a pop-culture news hub under ReedPop ownership, and the closure reflects broader contraction in entertainment media. ReedPop continues to operate major conventions including NYCC, C2E2, and Emerald City Comic Con, but the move signals a retreat from direct content publishing. Read at source (Bleeding Cool) →
Absolute Batman #23 tops August 2026 sales chart. DC's Absolute Batman #23 led the bestselling comics chart for August 2026, maintaining the title's momentum deep into its second year. Bleeding Cool reports that Marvel made gains in overall market share during the month, tightening the publisher race. The Absolute Universe imprint continues to outperform DC's main continuity titles, underscoring the commercial strength of standalone reimaginings over legacy numbering. Read at source (Bleeding Cool) →
Bill Schanes addresses Diamond bankruptcy fallout for publishers. Bill Schanes spoke publicly about the Pop King offer to comic publishers impacted by Diamond Comics' ongoing bankruptcy issues, describing the proposal as a stopgap for creators and smaller imprints awaiting payment. Diamond's distribution crisis has left dozens of publishers with unpaid invoices stretching back months, and Schanes' involvement signals continued industry efforts to broker interim solutions. The bankruptcy remains unresolved in court, with no timeline for creditor repayment. Read at source (Bleeding Cool) →
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