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by Corona's Coming Attractions (Mon 02-23-2004)

Genre: Action/Crime/Comic Book Adaptation.Studio: Lions Gate Films.Production Company: Unknown.Project Phase: In the Can.Who's In It: Thomas Jane (Frank Castle/"The Punisher"); John Travolta (Howard Saint); Laura Harring; Rebecca Romijn-Stamos; Will Patto...

The Punisher
by Uros "2Lions" Jojic (Wed 01-26-2005)

...ting with The Punisher and the ever enticing Playboy: The Mansion.I never did learn to play the piano.You and me are gonna have a heated conversation.While I'm sure that The Punisher has some similarities with Playboy: The Mansion, I can't real...

C2F Cinema: Punisher 2002
by Rob M. Worley (Sat 04-10-2004)

"The Punisher" blasts his way into theaters next weekend but a group of independent filmmakers couldn't wait that long. Back in 2002 the filmed their own live-action "Punisher" short as an entry in the Wizard "Direct to Video...


COMIC-CON EXCLUSIVE REPORT: Taking a hit out on THE PUNISHER video game
by Patrick Sauriol and Den Shewman (Fri 07-23-2004)

Now that he's been in movies, Frank Castle wants to punish the bad guys in the world of video games. On display at the San Diego Comic Convention is THQ's THE PUNISHER video game, currently being polished for a release next year. We're always interested i...

PUNISHER: 30+ Winners take home prizes!
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 04-16-2004)

... are from the Punisher novelization giveaway. The contest was sponsored by the promotes of the movie local to C2F HQ in Detroit, MI and was open to Michigan residents only. 25 readers will receive a copy of The Punisher Movie Novel...

THE PUNISHER: LITTLE BLACK BOOK #1
by Kurt Amacker (Sun 06-22-2008)

...rise that the Punisher doesn’t heed the leash she pulls on most of her customers. From the day he both sleeps with her and takes her Blackberry, she begins to understand that Castle has transcended humanity into something primal and animalis...

Win EVEN MORE cool 'Punisher' stuff!
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 04-12-2004)

Excitement over Lions Gate Entertainment's "The Punisher" is heating up. The movie is set to debut in early screenings on Thursday. C2F is pleased to announced two new giveaways for fans in New York City and Los Angeles! Thanks to the publicity folks at ...


Collectible Punisher movie artwork by Tim Bradstreet (Thu 02-26-2004)

Credited as an influence on the upcoming Punisher theatrical film by director Jonathan Hensleigh and Punisher actor Tom Jane, Lions Gate is pleased to be working with Tim to create a series of five collectible Punisher images.

THE PUNISHER: TYGER
by KURT AMACKER (Fri 06-02-2006)

Garth Ennis's long run on THE PUNISHER has been many things -- darkly funny, simply unfunny, and always disturbingly violent. Since it's jump from Marvel Knights to Max, Ennis has pulled no punches. He doesn't shy away from treating Frank Castle like a ...

PUNISHER star now writing the comic book
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 10-27-2004)

After playing the role of ex-FBI agent-turned-criminal killing machine known as THE PUNISHER, actor Tom Jane will be writing a new adventure for the Marvel Comics anti-hero. It turns out that Jane has been asked to write a story arc for Marvel's on-going ...

Travolta to become PUNISHER nemesis
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 05-14-2003)

John Travolta has been hired to play the bad guy in Artisan's movie adaptation of THE PUNISHER. In the film the GREASE superstar will play an underworld player named Howard Saint who once went on the straight and narrow path, only to sink back into the c...


The Punisher coming to PC (Mon 10-11-2004)

This morning, THQ sent out a press release saying that Thomas Jane, star of the The Punisher film, would provide the voice for the same character in The Punisher game. Of greater interest was the fact that THQ is now bringing the Punisher to the PC. Also ...

PUNISHER WAR ZONE site fully operational
by Rob M. Worley (Tue 10-07-2008)

PunisherWarZoneMovie.com is now fully operational with new features supporting the upcoming movie.The new site features a noisy, splashy interface with the usual content of videos, wallpapers and film summaries. The most intriguing aspect is the "Ent...

PUNISHER #7
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Thu 12-13-2001)

...tter what the Punisher does to eliminate crime and evil from the world, he can't stop that evil from touching other (semi-)innocent lives. Although he is usually the agent of violent action in these stories, it is someone else who deals the final deadl...

'Punisher: War Zone' synopsis (Sun 11-25-2007)

Lionsgate has provided this description of the 'Punisher: War Zone' movie: Waging his one-man war on the world of organized crime, ruthless vigilante-hero Frank Castle sets his sights on overeager mob boss Billy Russoti. After Russoti is left horribly ...


Thomas Jane stands for the Punisher (Fri 10-22-2004)

Thomas Jane while promoting Stander talks about 'The Punisher', the sequel and the comic book run he's writing. "I know that the scene at the end of the first Punisher where I go up and take everybody out, that's going to be the opening of Punisher 2 w...

THE PUNISHER: BLOODY VALENTINE
by Kurt Amacker (Fri 02-10-2006)

...s Bond as the Punisher, including a casino scene and showing Castle in a suit. It's an interesting take, and it shows a side of the character not often seen . However, despite its charms, the story still rings of 100 action movies we've already seen. T...

'Punisher: War Zone' cinematographer shoots down rumors (Mon 08-18-2008)

The buzz on 'Punisher War Zone' has been increasingly bad in the wake of Comic-Con. Rumors have swirled that director Lexi Alexander has been dismissed from the project, that the studio is cutting the movie up to make it PG-13. Indeed, it's hard to find a...

DAREDEVIL VS. PUNISHER: MEANS AND ENDS #1
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 08-03-2005)

...devil and the Punisher trade blows over the fate of Hell's Kitchen's newest would-be Kingpin. Known only as Hammerhead, the diminutive Mafioso apes Joe Pesci in GOODFELLAS. But besides the usual cache of guns and muscle, he has the Jackal a creature...


PUNISHER: WAR JOURNAL #23
by Kurt Amacker (Mon 09-15-2008)

...HIELD and the Punisher, and was ultimately taken in by Jigsaw and a female psychologist. The two brainwashed the young man into becoming a killer bent on replacing Castle. Under the pen of Fraction and Remender, Jigsaw has become an obsessed,...

Director Alexander Talks PUNISHER
by Jarrod Sarafin (Mon 06-16-2008)

... how huge The Punisher fan base is. I’m not sure what kind of impression I would get from this trailer if I didn’t actually know the film. I am utterly impressed, though, they managed to find that much PG rated action footage at all. It...

THE PUNISHER Vol. 4 #2
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Tue 07-10-2001)

Ennis' version of the Punisher has become such a distinct character the quintessential vigilante killing machine dwelling in a shadowy world of grotesque violence and urban decay that it's often easy to forget he first debuted as a spandex-wearing adver...

Sutter Removes Name from Punisher: War Zone (Sat 02-16-2008)

...s. To me, the Punisher deserved more than the usual comic book redress. It shouldn't just follow the feature superhero formula. And what does he mean by the "feature superhero formula?" The final script, rewritten almost completely by H...


PUNISHER #6
by Arnold T. Blumberg (Thu 11-29-2001)

It's gotten to the point where I can't conceive of reading the Punisher in adventures written by anyone other than Garth Ennis. Not since the character's first introduction by Gerry Conway in the pages of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #129 has Frank Castle seemed so...

THE PUNISHER ANNUAL #1
by Kurt Amacker (Fri 09-28-2007)

I review this first annual of Marvel’s adults-only MAX series, The Punisher, because the rumor mill suggests that this issue’s writer, Mike Benson, might take over the title when Garth Ennis leaves. Again, take that only as a rumor. ...

THE PUNISHER #13
by Kurt Amacker (Thu 11-11-2004)

More often than not, Garth Ennis's efforts on THE PUNISHER break my heart. Besides Alan Moore, Frank Miller, and all of the obvious choices, Ennis is probably my favorite contemporary comic book writer. And, to boot, Frank Castle is probably my favorite c...

The Punisher #54
by Kurt Amacker, Columnist (Fri 02-01-2008)

Though Garth Ennis will conclude his run on The Punisher in a few issues, in this 54th installment, he almost writes the last word on the character. Barracuda – the mercenary ex-Army-Airborne-Ranger – wants to destroy Frank Castle. S...


Top Maniacal Rumors: Soft Punisher, Hard Chucky and Sharky Sequels
by Jarrod Sarafin (Fri 08-22-2008)

...mor: Like the Punisher rumor, the updates on Warner Bros. and the long awaited horror anthology Trick ‘R Treat had numerous rumors conflicting with each other this past week. The first rumor suggested that Warner Bros. canceled the release altoge...

DAREDEVIL VS. PUNISHER: MEANS AND ENDS #6
by Kurt Amacker (Fri 11-18-2005)

...d be like the Punisher. Lapham portrays both the romantic attraction of violence and vigilantism, along with its devastating consequences. Unfortunately, he sidelines the story of the Jackal (a villain from Castle's first appearance 30 years ago) and H...

PUNISHER VS. BULLSEYE #1
by Kurt Amacker (Thu 11-24-2005)

... how well the Punisher can be written in the past couple of years, his art serves as a damaging reminder of a mediocre series. Regardless, I'm a fan of the character and I'll likely see this one through to the end. Hell, I'd probably read a series cal...

The Musical Eloquence of THE PUNISHER
by Randall D. Larson (Thu 07-15-2004)

THIS WEEK'S RECOMMENDATIONCarlo Siliotto's score for THE PUNISHER, one of the latest unique super heroes to make the transition from the comic page to the big screen, is a thoroughly eloquent and richly melodic orchestral score. Siliotto has composed the ...


Jane's plans for THE PUNISHER 2
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 07-29-2004)

In an interview with Sci Fi Wire, actor Thomas Jane says that there's plans to start filming a sequel to THE PUNISHER next year. "Hopefully we're going to shoot that next year, hopefully in the first part of next year, not the second part. But it'll proba...

PUNISHER 2 Details from Lionsgate
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 08-01-2007)

Lionsgate has sent out a press release for PUNISHER 2 giving details on director, star, filming locations and details involved with the project. As part of the continued growth of its television and motion picture production businesses, Lionsgate, the le...

Is that THE PUNISHER hanging out by that trailer?
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 11-04-2003)

Here it is kids: the first trailer for THE PUNISHER, primed and loaded for an April 2004 release. In this baby we get to see our first look at the tragic event that transforms Frank Castle into The Punisher, Frank's Dad (played by Roy Scheider), the ruthl...

"Punisher War Journal"
by Kurt Amacker (Mon 11-27-2006)

Aside from the occasional one-shot or miniseries, Frank Castle has remained largely absent from the Marvel Universe since Garth Ennis wrapped up the old Marvel Knights titles and moved to the current MAX one.  To clarify, the MAX version of the P...


Romijn-Stamos confirmed for PUNISHER
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 07-08-2003)

Artisan Pictures has confirmed earlier reports that Rebecca Romijn-Stamos has landed a role in THE PUNISHER movie. Romijn-Stamos will play Joan, a character that originally appeared in Garth Ennis' relaunch of the Marvel Comics series. Described as an all...

PUNISHER WAR JOURNAL #10
by Kurt Amacker (Sun 08-12-2007)

...f helping the Punisher, instead of capturing him. He releases Castle to finish off the Hate-Monger, and the latter gladly obliges. All seems well, except that Castle has already willingly sacrificed an innocent life in his fight with the Nati...

The first image of Thomas Jane as THE PUNISHER!
by Patrick Sauriol (Tue 04-29-2003)

Straight from Artisan Entertainment here is the first released photo of Thomas Jane as The Punisher! After first appearing on a monitor screen on last night's Access Hollywood, the studio finally released the shot to the general media late this afternoon...

PUNISHER origins tale planned
by Eric Moro and Mike Whybark (Tue 01-21-2003)

...origin of the Punisher. What we believe happened [to the character] in Central Park isn't the full story. And yes, the story does take place in Vietnam. It's scheduled for the fall."Questions? Comments? Let us know what you think at feedback@cinescape....


Two more targets for THE PUNISHER
by Patrick Sauriol (Fri 07-25-2003)

Will Patton (THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES) and Samantha Mathis (AMERICAN PSYCHO) have been cast in Artisan's film adaptation of THE PUNISHER. Also joining the supporting cast are James Carpinello, Mark Collie, Ben Foster, John Pinette, Eddie Jamison and Russell...

Official 'Start of Production' Punisher Press Release! (Mon 08-04-2003)

A press release from Artisan detailing start of production on 'The Punisher.'

Laura Harring Losing Weight for 'The Punisher' (Mon 09-01-2003)

"Lost 5 pounds for 'The Punisher' and trying to lose few more," actress Laura Harring tells MovieHole.net.

'The Punisher' Set reports From Tampa (Thu 09-04-2003)

Superhero Hype as a couple of reports from anonymous scoopers about the goings on in Florida regarding 'The Punisher' and a glimpse of Rebecca Romijn-Stamos' look for the film.


Punisher set pics (Fri 09-05-2003)

From the set of 'The Punisher' in Tampa. Lots of scenery...

THE PUNISHER movie being worked on "feverishly"
by Christopher Allan Smith (Mon 08-12-2002)

...orking on THE PUNISHER," Arad was quoted. He also reported he, currently working on the project with producing studio Artisan Entertainment, hoped to have the film, about Marvel's most famous gun toting vigilante, in theaters in 2004. He also revealed ...

Kevin Nash in The Punisher? (Tue 08-19-2003)

Wrestling site floats the rumor that Kevin Nash will appear in the 'Punisher' although they previously reported he was top-lining the film.

The Punisher Filming Update & Spoilers (Mon 08-04-2003)

Unconfirmed reports on what was being filmed in Tampa on Saturday for 'The Punisher'


The Punisher Conducts Casting Call for Extras (Mon 07-14-2003)

If you've ever dreamed of being in the movies, here's your chance. Producers of The Punisher, the full-length feature film being shot on location in Tampa, will be conducting an open casting call for extras.

Punisher' Invades The News Center (Fri 08-01-2003)

More info on the first 'Punisher' footage shot at both Bay News 9 and WFLA, News Channel 8.

'Punisher' Movie Work Starts: Lights, Camera, Inaction (Sun 08-03-2003)

From a block or two away, it looked like any other sleepy Saturday in downtown Tampa. But near the front entrance of the city's tallest skyscraper - the 42-story AmSouth building at 100 N. Tampa St. - it was the first full day of production for 'The Puni...

Marvel CC: Hulk TV, Daredevil Trailer 2, Punisher, More!
by Rob M. Worley (Fri 08-09-2002)

...orking on The Punisher," Arad told listeners. That is part of Marvel's unique arrangement with Artisan Entertainment. With this deal Marvel stands to share in profits 50/50 after production and distribution. This include the DVD and video release of...


Punisher 2 may still go ahead (Tue 06-29-2004)

ThePunisher.com claims rumors of of 'Punisher 2' being scrapped are only rumors and sources close to the project say it's still happening. Click and scroll for details...

Official 'Punisher' Site Updated (Tue 09-23-2003)

Official 'Punisher' site updated with journals, letters and a Castle family webpage.

First Look at The Punisher DVD Artwork (Fri 07-02-2004)

A scooper has posted a first look at artwork from the September 7 The Punisher DVD. You can check out the cover, and what features are included.

Jane to voice 'The Punisher' video game (Wed 08-25-2004)

At the THQ Gamers' Day yesterday in Los Angeles, representatives of the publisher announced the lead voice actor for the Punisher. Thomas Jane will provide the voice for--but not the likeness of--the black-clad antihero.


Levitz on 'Batman Begins', 'Teen Titans' guest, 'Punisher 2', 'X2' (Mon 08-30-2004)

...ector of 'The Punisher' movie, said he plans on having the sequel feature more of an urban backdrop. 'X2' will air four times on HBO in October. More...

Get autographed 'Punisher' score CD
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 05-27-2004)

The Carlo Siliotto orchestral score for 'The Punisher' is coming soon from La-La-Land Records. Pre-order it direct from the publisher website and get it autographed by Siliotto!

Punisher Car Driver Gets Star Treatment (Fri 04-23-2004)

Before the NASCAR Nextel Cup race at Martinsville Speedway, driver Brendan Gaughan was able to catch the Hollywood premiere of "The Punisher" starring John Travolta and Tom Jane at the Kodak Theatre. More...

REVIEW: 'The Punisher' (Sat 04-17-2004)

"'The Punisher' has such a loose grasp of its own reality that you can't look away."


'The Punisher' cedes to 'Bill's' better half (Mon 04-19-2004)

Vengeance proved potent at the weekend box office as the opening of Miramax's 'Kill Bill: Vol. 2' dominated with an estimated $25.6 million at 2,971 playdates. The movie easily outdistanced Lions Gate's actioner 'The Punisher,' which opened with a respect...

Tim Bradstreet tackles 'The Punisher' and more
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 04-19-2004)

Artist Tim Bradstreet talks about working with Lions Gate Films on teaser images and posters for the 'Punisher' film (he'll also be around for the sequel) and the busy schedule he keeps providing covers for some of comics top books.

Jonathan Hensleigh Interview: The Punisher, his directorial debut (Mon 09-13-2004)

...leigh of 'The Punisher', now available on DVD.

Crime and The Punisher (Tue 09-28-2004)

Justin Clark is back on the Screenwriter's Voice script train, talking comic to film shop in his latest pseudo-review, dishing the dirt on the market in general and the realm of The Punisher.


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A high-res look at that PUNISHER WAR ZONE poster
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 10-08-2008)

Lionsgate sent over a high-rest image displaying the artwork for the 'Punisher War Zone' lenticular poster, arriving in theaters this week. The poster rests in has a 3-D framework made up of the film avenger's aresenal. It's kind of like one of those Jes...

New PUNISHER Arc
by Rob Allstetter (Fri 09-21-2001)

Manuel Gutierrez will be drawing "Taxi Wars," the PUNISHER story arc written by Tom Peyer that begins in PUNISHER #8 in January."Taxi medallions are the most valuable form of currency in the country," Marvel Knights editor Stuart Moore says. "You may not ...

Punisher 2 new screenwriter (Mon 12-18-2006)

Lots of info in a podcast with Thomas Jane and friends. Among them that the Punisher sequel has a new screenwriter on board (Scott Beattie) and that it will be "Just straight noir, drama, with the inherent blood and guts in it." Jane also says it will de...


The Punisher R1 Extended Cut Extras Revealed (Fri 11-03-2006)

Lions Gate Home Entertainment have announced the Region 1 DVD release of The Punisher (Extended Cut) for 21st November 2006 priced at $19.98 SRP. This new DVD release features over 17 minutes of all-new footage integrated into the film. These new scenes a...

'Punisher' going to TV? (Fri 07-01-2005)

An article detailing Lions Gate's upcoming development slate contains this bit: A small-screen "Punisher" and "Dirty Dancing" are in the works. Two projects are in development with NBC. More...

'The Punisher' among Lionsgate's first Blu-ray releases (Tue 02-28-2006)

...maligned 'The Punisher' will be among them...

Jane says 'Punisher 2' will be Darker, Bloodier (Thu 10-12-2006)

According to series star Thomas Jane, the wheels are in motion for him to slip that trademark skull onto his chest again soon for "The Punisher 2." "The script comes in a couple of weeks, and it's going to be darker, bloodier and more unfriendly than ...


Artisan eyeing PUNISHER film
by Christopher Allan Smith (Wed 04-24-2002)

It looks like THE PUNISHER is the next character to benefit from the great run Marvel Comics characters are having on the big screen. Jonathan Hensleigh (DIE HARD: WITH A VENGEANCE, GONE IN 60 SECONDS) has been tapped to bring the vigilante anti-hero to t...

The Punisher Plot Synopsis (Mon 03-29-2004)

Lion's Gate has released a complete plot synopsis for The Punisher, which reaches theaters on April 16...

REVIEW: Fast-paced 'Punisher' has comic-book pluck (Fri 04-16-2004)

Trashy and disturbingly violent yet fairly zippy and amusingly cast, The Punisher takes the actor who played Mickey Mantle in 61* and lets him do to bad guys what the Mick did to major-league pitching.

REVIEW: 'Punisher' brings body count, action and humor (Sat 04-17-2004)

"A movie called 'The Punisher' promises a high body count. Indeed, people are thrown from bridges, extended families are mowed down and body jewelry gets severely tweaked. But it's a prevailing sense of humor that makes this an entertaining, if silly, fil...


'Punisher' star Rebecca Romijn on 'The Daily Show' (Tue 04-27-2004)

You never know what to expect from Jon Stewart, but more than likely Romijn will talk about her Lions Gate Pictures 'Godsend' and 'The Punisher'.

Box Office: Punisher #8, Hellboy #12
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 05-03-2004)

'The Punisher' fell another four spots at the box office, again giving up ground to four openers and landing at #8. The $3.5 million weekend brings the movie's three week take to $30.9 million. 'Hellboy' slipped the top 10 in its fifth week, and now stand...

'The Punisher' revels in being over the top (Thu 04-15-2004)

It comes as no surprise that Hensleigh and his cinematographer, Conrad W. Hall, are fans of Eastwood's 'Dirty Harry.' But if 'The Punisher' becomes a franchise, will it become as mean-spirited as the rest of the 'Harry' series? It already seems halfway th...

'Punisher' preem
by Rob M. Worley (Wed 04-14-2004)

Highlights of 'The Punisher' premiere at the ArcLight (in Hollywood) event attended by what seemed to be ALL of the cast and crew and studio executives that they could fit in the Dome...


Tom Jane talks about 'The Punisher' (Tue 04-13-2004)

Tom Jane on 'The Punisher': "I realized talking to the makers of the film that we wanted to make a throw back to 1970's films about an anti hero and that's the kind of the movie that really inspired me to be an actor in the first place was watching movies...

John Travolta talks about 'The Punisher' (Tue 04-13-2004)

Travolta on his 'Punisher' character Howard Saint: "I just thought, well this guy thinks he's just this well to do, this facade that he has, that he's good money or something, that he's blue blood or something, so easily busted. But that's what made it so...

Actor Tom Jane knows he needs a hit with 'Punisher' (Tue 04-13-2004)

"It's a tough movie," says Tom Jane of 'The Punisher', "no doubt about it. But the comic is tough -- very dark and hard-edged -- and it has lots of fans. So if we watered-down or compromised on those elements even a little, we'd lose those fans and then w...

Stan Lee, Lou Ferrigno appear in 'Punisher' band video
by Rob M. Worley (Thu 05-06-2004)

The video for Edgewater's debut single "Eyes Wired Shut" (featured on the Punisher soundtrack) is online and it stars Lou Ferrigno (The Hulk), and has a cameo by Stan Lee! Click and dance, dance, dance!


Jane in UK for 'Punisher' premiere (Thu 05-27-2004)

Tom Jane will make an appearance at the Forbidden Planet store in London, signing copies of 'The Punisher Movie' graphic novel. Jane will be in the hizzy on Tuesday, June 8th from 6 - 7pm. Click for details...

Jigsaw to square off in 'Punisher 2' (Wed 08-08-2007)

IGN has the word on The Punisher 2, Liongate's sequel to the 2004 Marvel Comics adaptation. Lexi Alexander will direct the movie, which begins filming this fall in Montreal for a 2008 release. Ray Stevenson (Rome) will play the title role, taking over fro...

New 'Punisher: War Zone' photo (Sun 06-01-2008)

IGN was granted a new image from 'Punisher: War Zone' from the new movie featuring Ray Stevenson. Click the thumbnail for a close-up look.

New 'Punisher: War Zone' Posters
by Jim Harvey (Fri 06-27-2008)

'Punisher War Zone' producer  Gale Anne Hurd recently hosted a party for her leading man Ray Stevenson. Photos of the event are available at GettyImages and include a look at posters for the film. Check out this sampling.


'Punisher: War Zone' rumors overblown? (Thu 07-31-2008)

So, 'Punisher War Zone' is either a complete disaster, or an amazing film. Either way, Lexi Alexander has been banished by Lionsgate, right? Not so, says UGO Movie Blog. Their insiders say that the story that Alexander missed Comic-Con because she was on...

'The Punisher 2' to Film in Montreal (Sun 06-03-2007)

Several other movies are scheduled to shoot in Montreal before the end of the year, including the Tom Cruise-produced Death Race 3000 starring Jason Statham; Mr. Nobody with Jared Leto and Sarah Polley; and 'The Punisher 2.' More...

Inside Look at the The Punisher Video Game (Thu 03-03-2005)

Check out this exciting review of 'The Punisher' video game...

'Punisher' to offer variant collectors cover DVD (Tue 06-29-2004)

It's finally happened: the greedy worlds of comic books and DVD have collided. Lions Gate's September 7th release of The Punisher will be released with a limited edition comic book-style "chase cover." More...


Submit...to new Punisher Game (Thu 08-05-2004)

Hoping to fare better than the atrocious 1989 Dolph Lundgren movie and forgotten 16-bit gaming spin-off of the same name gritty Marvel hero The Punisher is returning to cinema and gaming screens soon, courtesy of director Jonathan Hensleigh and publisher ...

Punisher Doing Well on DVD (Fri 09-10-2004)

Lions Gate Home Entertainment's comic book adaptation The Punisher, which earned $34 million at the box office, sold through 1.2 million DVDs during its first day in stores Sept. 7, according to the studio...

Punisher is a 'Star Was' Fan
by Rob M. Worley (Tue 04-13-2004)

Thomas Jane, star of 'The Punisher,' told SCI FI Wire that he was a fan of comics long before he signed on to play Frank Castle. "I think it's a great medium, a very valid artistic medium," Jane said in an interview. Listing a few of the comics he grew up...

Contest: Punisher stuff (Mon 04-12-2004)

Win more 'Punisher' stuff...


Another look at Thomas Jane as 'The Punisher'!
by Rob M. Worley (Sun 11-02-2003)

Check out this new pic of 'The Punisher' from MTV's Spankin' New Music + Movies + Games + Stuff Magazine!

Joe Quesada Talks The Punisher Movie (Sat 11-22-2003)

According to an unverified report, Joe Quesada recently spoke about the 'Punisher' movie at the Wizard World Texas convention. Quesada allegedly said the movie is very true to Garth Ennis' run on the book.

D.A. Stern Handling 'Punisher' Novelization (Tue 01-13-2004)

Publishing company Del Rey has announced that D.A. Stern will be writing the novelization of The Punisher. The book will be relased sometime in March.

Thomas Jane trains hard for 'Punisher' (Wed 01-21-2004)

to portray ex-Marine Frank Castle in the upcoming adaptation of Marvel Comics' classic The Punisher, Jane, 35, had to have a superhero's body. To get results, the former high school footballer endured a six-month regimen...


Punisher Footage on Access Hollywood Monday (Sun 11-02-2003)

Footage from 'The Punisher' will reportedly be shown on Monday's segment of Access Hollywood.

X-Men Evolution, The Punisher, Jeremiah, Green Loontern, More... (Fri 10-17-2003)

'X-Men: Evolution' concludes its fourth season on Kids' WB! the next two Saturdays with 'Ascension,' a two-part episode that culminates the Apocalypse saga and figures to be among the series' most memorable episodes. Gale Anne Hurd, producer of The Puni...

The Punisher Featured in USA Today (Sun 10-12-2003)

The USA Today has a new article on Artisan's The Punisher in the weekend edition. Click for scans of pictures.

Set Visit: The Punisher (Mon 10-13-2003)

A Superhero Hype! correspondent visited the set of The Punisher and got a chance to talk to the star himself, Thomas Jane. The clip requires the free Real Audio player


Thomas Jane talks about The Punisher Skull (Tue 10-14-2003)

Superhero Hype talked to Thomas Jane on The Punisher set in Tampa about the significance of the skull in the movie. Real Audio interview (WARNING: Contains rough language)

Punisher Video Game preview (Thu 03-11-2004)

THQ's game is penned by acclaimed Punisher writers Garth Ennis and Jimmy Palmiotti. Working with Artisan Entertainment, THQ is creating a third-party action game based loosely on the eponymous movie. More...

'Punisher' soundtrack artists Atomship (Mon 03-15-2004)

Atomship's debut album, "The Crash of '47", attacks the senses on all fronts, early and often. One single from the album, "Time For People," will be on the soundtrack to be released by Wind-Up March 23 for "The Punisher," a motion picture adaptation of th...

'Pulp' Stars compete: 'Punisher' vs. 'Kill Bill 2' (Tue 04-06-2004)

Playing off of David Letterman's funniest Oscar ad-lib, audiences two weeks from now will have the choice of "Uma" or "Travolta" at the box office. Uma Thurman stars in 'Kill Bill: Volume 2' while John Travolta plays the bad guy in 'The Punisher,' and bot...


Jonathan Hensleigh Talks More Punisher (Thu 04-08-2004)

"It's been going on for 30 years, so I'd like to respond that the picture that I signed onto to adapt was Garth Ennis' 'Welcome Back Frank' series, so that's what the movie's based on," says Jonathan Hensleigh in an interview about 'The Punisher.'

'Spider-Man 2', 'X-Men 3', 'Mutant X', 'Punisher', 'Elektra', More! (Sun 04-11-2004)

...Stars of 'The Punisher' and 'Elektra' have TV appearances next week. More on all...

Travolta menaces 'The Punisher'
by Rob M. Worley (Mon 04-12-2004)

... turn in 'The Punisher.' "It's funny because most comic strip movies think they have to do the other and the more we played it like we were in a Scorsese movie, the funnier it became." More...

Five new pics from The Punisher (Thu 04-01-2004)

Click to view five new pictures from "The Punisher".


REVIEW: The Punisher: The Album (Fri 04-16-2004)

"The album that ties into the new Marvel Comics action film, The Punisher is a strange beast, indeed. Strange in that it's one of those "music inspired by" type of projects that features a whopping 19 tracks, only four of which actually appear in the film...

Sample Every Song on The Punisher Soundtrack (Wed 03-17-2004)

You can now sample every song on the new The Punisher soundtrack at Tower Records.

War Journal: Punisher Pictures From Wizard World (Sat 03-20-2004)

Check out this awesome gallery of the Punisher stuff from Wizard World L.A.

'Punisher' Pair Ponder Another Project (Mon 03-29-2004)

Look for more collaborations between the director and star of the upcoming superhero movie "The Punisher."


'Punisher' script details? (Wed 10-01-2003)

The Punisher: 'Captain Red' is back with more juice on the comic adaptation - "I got a look at the script, and I'll tell you right now, Garth Ennis fans are in for a big treat..."

PUNISHER Update
by Frank Kurtz (Wed 12-05-2001)

THE PUNISHER movie project has progressed further than anyone realized.While talking to Comics2Film, scribe Michael France revealed that no only did he get the film's writing gig but that he's already finished writing it. He explains, saying, "I wrote a c...

Tombstone and Kevin Nash: 'Punisher' rumors clarified! (Wed 08-20-2003)

IGN digs deeper on Punisher casting rumors. Actor Tom Nowicki is indeed portraying a bad guy named Lincoln in 'The Punisher.' Whether Lincoln is anything like the Tombstone from the comics remains to be seen. Also, Kevin Nash is confirmed to be in t...

Punisher, The Hulk sequel & Smallville news (Mon 10-13-2003)

Artisan on Sunday allowed a small group of journalists to observe shooting in downtown Tampa. The scenes included the Punisher (Thomas Jane) beginning his strike against the film's villain, Howard Saint (John Travolta), invaded Saint WorldWide's building ...


Concerned 'Punisher' fans appeased (Tue 11-25-2003)

In part three of a three part Showbuzz Spotlight on The Punisher, Broken Frontier's Rhonda Hearon adresses fan concerns regarding artistic license changes on the upcoming Punisher movie. "Will the movie remain true to its comic book origins? This questio...

New Punisher Poster and Composer News? (Thu 01-01-2004)

Scooper claims to have confirmed that Carlo Siliotto will be scoring "The Punisher". A separate, unconfirmed report describes what may be the next Punisher poster.

Ray Stevenson's Warning for PUNISHER 2
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Tue 08-21-2007)

...ssence of THE PUNISHER! Expect the next Punisher to hit theaters sometime in 2008.

THE PUNISHER #49
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 07-11-2007)

This 49th issue of Garth Ennis’s run on The Punisher concludes the best and perhaps most disturbing arc of the series. Mafia widow Jenny Buccato finally dons the Punisher’s mantle long enough to exact brutal revenge on the five women that...


THE PUNISHER set for video games
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 12-08-2003)

Video game maker THQ has announced plans to make and release a game based on the Marvel Comics anti-hero THE PUNISHER. Combining elements from the forthcoming Artisan movie and the comic books, the game will be released for PlayStation 2 and Xbox owners s...

Tom Jane to voice PUNISHER video game
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 08-25-2004)

Gamespot is reporting that Thomas Jane will provide the voice of The Punisher in THQ's forthcoming PS2 and Xbox video game. The news was revealed at THQ Gamers' Day where the press had the opportunity to take a look at the company's titles in development....

THE PUNISHER
by KURT AMACKER (Fri 08-04-2006)

From time to time, Garth Ennis uses THE PUNISHER to target particular people, groups, or institutions that he despises. In his long tenure on the series, he's had Frank Castle kill religious zealots and slave traders, and humiliate innumerable superheroe...

Interview with 'Punisher' NASCAR driver Brendan Gaughan (Tue 03-30-2004)

"I brought the Punisher with me. I got Thomas Jane here with me. I'm asking if he brought the coat and the rest of his arsenal. It's exciting," says NASCAR driver Brendan Gaughan about his new Punisher-themed car...


Review: 'The Punisher' (Wed 04-14-2004)

"All in all, 'The Punisher' was a disgrace to The Punisher as we know him. If this is vengeance served cold...we need a new freezer. Dolph Lundgren is now officially allowed to slap bitches because his version is much better!"

'Punisher 2' star and director confirmed (Wed 08-01-2007)

An announcement today from Lionsgate contained some interesting bits of information for 'Punisher' fans. The press release focused on a new financing deal between the studio and Société générale de financement du Québec (or SGF). The centerpiece of the...

'Punisher: War Zone' using Thomson Grass Valley (Sun 06-01-2008)

From a press release Las Vegas (National Association of Broadcasters Convention — Booths SL106/SL2120) April 12, 2008 — The Thomson Grass Valley™ Bones Dailies system from Thomson (Euronext Paris: 18453; NYSE: TMS) has premiered at Tech...

Marvel finds its PUNISHER
by Patrick Sauriol (Thu 04-03-2003)

Thomas Jane will play The Punisher.Marvel Studios and Artisan Pictures announced the news today in a press release, ending months of speculation that the blonde-haired actor was up for the role. THE PUNISHER movie will begin filming in July and is being ...


PUNISHER teaser attached to HULK
by Patrick Sauriol (Wed 04-30-2003)

...ld expect the Punisher," revealed Feige.Got a scoop? Know something that you need to tell us about? Send it to us!

Is Ray Stevenson the new 'Punisher'? (Sun 07-22-2007)

Latino Review reports that Ray Stevenson will play Frank Castle, aka 'The Punisher' in the next installment of that Marvel character's movie cycle. This comes from an unnamed source, so consider it a rumor. However LR deems the source "very trusted" an...

Thomas Jane says 'Punisher 2' needs a good script (Wed 04-18-2007)

"Well, the problem has always been getting a decent script. We actually have a script that's being turned in this week and we all have our fingers crossed, you know? We'd love to do it," says actor Thomas Jane of the 'Punisher 2' movie. "Everybody wants t...

Jane Confirms 'Punisher 2' (Thu 07-29-2004)

'The Punisher' star Thomas Jane told SCI FI Wire that a sequel to the comic-book adaptation is planned for a 2005 start. Jane is set to reprise his role as Frank Castle/The Punisher, with the comics' Jigsaw as the villain, Jane said in an interview. "If w...


'Punisher 2' happening? '30 Days of Night' fast-tracked? (Sun 02-13-2005)

A fan reports from the Dallas Comic Con. '30 Days of Night' creator Steve Niles allegedly told fans that Columbia Pictures has put a rush on his vampire movie in the wake of the recent wave of successful horror movies. 'Punisher' star Thom Jane repo...

Thomas Jane says 'The Punisher 2' filming delayed (Sun 03-26-2006)

During a recent online chat, Thomas Jane says plans to film 'Punisher 2' this summer have been delayed. "[Punisher 2] is still looking for a good story at this point. We're working on it, and hope to have a script by the fall." More...

Cinematogrpaher Gives 'Punisher: War Zone' a true comic book look (Tue 09-16-2008)

...scheme of the Punisher comic books. Andrew Nitzcoromny is a wonderful production designer and he did a great job within a budget that was a lot bigger than anything I’d worked on but was still limited for the scale of the film." When lookin...

'Punisher: War Zone' to feature Buddy Stuart track (Sun 06-01-2008)

Independent music licensing company Song and Film announced on their website that they've placed the song "Got Your Wealth" by Buddy Stuart into the feature film, 'The Punisher: War Zone' starring Ray Stevenson and Dominic West. After hunting do...


PUNISHER 2 Gets A Name Change
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Wed 08-29-2007)

Since quite a few people were questioning the original title to the Punisher sequel, Punisher: Welcome Back Frank, I'm passing this bit of news along to you. Lionsgate and creators have changed the name to PUNISHER: WAR ZONE. This is also the title for a ...

PUNISHER: WAR JOURNAL #17
by Kurt Amacker (Wed 03-19-2008)

...ship with the Punisher may be the only thing that can save his life. Fraction continues to write Punisher: War Journal with the character-driven sensibilities of an independent comic. His internal monologues feel lifted from a slice-of-life small...

Ray Stevenson Talks PUNISHER
by Jarrod Sarafin (Sat 04-05-2008)

...scape for The Punisher, [director] Lexi Alexander's name came up. Kevin Feige from Marvel said that she needed to see me.  She wasn't a TV watcher, so Kevin told her to watch Rome.  She said, "I watched one episode. That's it. From then ...

REVIEW: 'The Punisher' (Fri 04-16-2004)

"Is The Punisher a bad movie? Absolutely. Should you see it? Absolutely, but I wouldn't pay for it. Try to find that friend who picked up a bootleg video or sneak in after another movie if you wanna enjoy this laugh riot."


Director Alexander Updates PUNISHER 2
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 08-23-2007)

Director Lexi Alexander has updated her upcoming movie, PUNISHER: WELCOME BACK FRANK, a sequel to the original Thomas Jane version a few years ago. I let you guys know a few days ago how Ray Stevenson had a few thoughts to share about the project in which...

PUNISHER 2 Gets A New Title & Start Date
by Jarrod Sarafin, News Editor (Thu 08-09-2007)

...cter from the Punisher comics. They have a detailed and very speculative plot summary up if you want to know the story for the sequel. Just click on the link above.      

Premiering PUNISHER style
by Sue Schneider (Mon 04-19-2004)

Lions Gate Films, in association with Marvel Studios held the Los Angeles Premiere of THE PUNISHER on April 12th at the ArcLight Cinerama Dome In Hollywood. THE PUNISHER is one of Marvel's top-selling solo comic books and the characters popularity paralle...

Actor returns to lend voice to THE PUNISHER
by Patrick Sauriol (Mon 10-11-2004)

THQ has announced that it has closed a deal to have Thomas Jane provide the voice for THE PUNISHER in its upcoming video game, currently in development. This will mark the second occasion that the actor has assumed the mantle of Marvel Comics' gravelly vo...


THE PUNISHER #18
by KURT AMACKER (Wed 03-16-2005)

The last time I reviewed an issue of THE PUNISHER, I complained that Garth Ennis was selling the character short and that the book could be much more than it has been. Well, if it isn't all it can be now, it's sure as hell getting there.Before Frank Cast...

'The Punisher' Production Wrap Press Release (Thu 10-16-2003)

Artisan Entertainment and Marvel Studio's THE PUNISHER starring Thomas Jane, John Travolta and Rebecca Romijn-Stamos has wrapped production after an 11-week shoot on location in Tampa, Florida it was announced by Artisan Pictures President of Production R...

Punisher video game to combine comic and film (Sat 12-06-2003)

"The Punisher is one of Marvel's grittiest heroes delivering a unique brand of vigilante justice that is a perfect fit for the video game universe," said Germaine Gioia, vice president of licensing, THQ. "We look forward to working with Marvel in bringing...

Contest:: Win The Punisher: extended cut DVD and autographed posters (Sat 01-13-2007)

On November 21 The Punisher: Extended Cut muscled it's way on to DVD. To celebrate we are giving away DVDs and some new Punisher posters signed by artist Tim Bradstreet! Click here for more details on the contest...


Punisher 2 Working Title and Start Date (Thu 08-09-2007)

Superherohype has learned that the working title for Lionsgate and Marvel Studios' new Pu