Batwoman

Rule #1

A good story is a good story, and while the story here may only be a transition from one arena of conflict to another, the production team of Batwoman Season 2 Episode 9 should be applauded for managing it and its many moving parts well. If I was counting correctly, there were FIVE separate plot threads introduced in this single hour. From most anticipated to most surprising, they would be: Roman Sionis (aka Black Mask) making his public move on Gotham; Alice's psychotic break;... more

Survived Much Worse

Well, that was awfully convenient. Batwoman Season 2 Episode 8 is a master class in tragic serendipity with some Vampire Diaries dagger shenanigans thrown in. Not to say that Ocean and Tatiana are vampires but, honestly, at this point, would it really be a surprise? There's a lot to be said for the telenovela relationships on Coryana, and I promise I'll get around to saying it, but we need to address OUR elephant in the room. What the heck sort of planes are... more

It's Best You Stop Digging

There was bound to be an (even more) exposition-heavy narrative presented before we got to the climactic showdown on Coryana, and Batwoman Season 2 Episode 7 does not disappoint. The twist to the big backstory reveal is that Ocean really. Does. Not. Care. Giggle-snort. Meanwhile, Jacob and Sophie are still kicking around for ... reasons (?). I'm assuming contractual obligations? And the kryptonite infection is seriously complicating things for Team Batwoman 2.0 in th... more

'Batwoman': Javicia Leslie Cast As the New Lead Of the CW Superhero Series

God Friended Me co-star Javicia Leslie has been cast as the new Batwoman, succeeding Ruby Rose who exited the role after the end of Season 1. Leslie, confirmed to play a new character named Ryan Wilder, will make her debut in the iconic cape and cowl when Batwoman returns to the CW for its second season in January. Batwoman producers ... more

Batwoman EP Explains Why They're Not Recasting Kate Kane

Batwoman fans were shocked and dismayed when it was announced that Ruby Rose wouldn’t be returning for season 2. The exact reason why remains a mystery, though there have been a number of reports that Rose was unhappy with the demands of shooting a network TV show. Whatever the case, the wheels need to keep turning and The CW immediately began hunting for a replacement. Most initially assumed that they&... more

'Batwoman' to Bring in New Character to Replace Kate Kane Following Ruby Rose Exit

“Batwoman” could have a completely new lead character once the second season begins. Variety has confirmed that The CW and Warner Bros. Television are looking to cast a completely new character to play the titular superhero for the show’s second season. According to a leaked casting notice, the new lead character is currently named Ryan Wilder, with sources saying she could be played by a woman of color. She is described as: “She’s... more