Astro Boy opens in theaters tomorrow. Check it out!

Character and casting information for the upcoming Green Lantern and X-Men: First Class movies is starting to leak. Much to the dismay of some fans, it looks like we can expect multiple baddies in Green Lantern. Although the details are unclear, Dr. Hector Hammond and Sinestro will both make an appearance. And actor Tim Pocock may or may not reprise the role of Cyclops in X-Men. Check out the full story on Green Lantern here and X-Men here.

Why wait for the movies to come out? Create your own superheroes and villains with Incredible Comics With Tom Nguyen.

The post-apocalyptic movie “9,” produced by Tim Burton comes out today, which makes sense because it’s September 9, 2009 (as in 9/9/09, etc.) There are all kinds of interesting beliefs associated with the number 9. In China, 9 in considered to be a lucky number (as is the number 8); however, in Japan the number 9 is associated with suffering.

Check out Focus Films’ website to learn more about the movie “9,” or watch the preview below.

While you’re waiting for the release of the official Iron Man 2 theatrical trailer, check out the trailer for the IM 2 video game. It promises all the war machines and explosions you could possibly hope for. Both the movie and the game are set release in Spring 2010.

I usually like vampire-themed movies and TV shows (love Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel), but I have yet to jump on the Twilight bandwagon (too much teenage angst?). However, I have wondered, what if Buffy and Edward existed in the same world? Turns out I’m not the first to consider what might happen if the snarky slayer and the brooding vampire met up. This remix is, well, pretty awesome.

Whether you’re into blood-sucking monsters or suave, debonair counts, check out Scream by Steve Ellis. It’s sure to have a vampire to suit your fancy. Scream will be available in early September, and you can pre-order your copy here.

Wes Anderson’s stop-motion animated adaptation of The Fantastic Mr. Fox opens in U.S. theaters November 13, 2009. The trailer offers a glimpse at what promises to be a fun take on Roald Dahl’s classic children’s story, with Anderson’s hallmark aesthetics. Find out more about the film and check out a slideshow of its production here.

Ponyo On the Cliff by the Sea opens in U.S. theaters August 14, 2009. Looks like we can expect another winner from Miyazaki!

According to Entertainment Weekly, an official Twilight Manga from Yen Press is in the works. A pub date is yet to be released, but the novel will feature the artistry of Young Kim and panels are reportedly being reviewed thoroughly by Meyer herself. 

The latest EW magazine features finished illustrations of Edward, Bella, and Jacob, as well as more behind-the-scenes on what we can expect. Click here to read a little more about this new development, or pick up your copy of EW today–it hit newsstands July 17.

Where the Wild Things Are opens in theaters on October 16.