Aquaman hype is in full swing. The trailer debuted to generally positive reviews at SDCC three weeks ago, and since then it seems like you can't turn around without seeing Arthur Curry somewhere. LEGO sets, action figures, t-shirts, all the merchandise you can ask for and more is in stores everywhere. It's the perfect time to capitalize on Aquaman fever, and by the news we got today, WB knows this. The animated film
Justice League: Throne of Atlantis, which focuses on the King of the Seven Seas, is getting a reissue this
November 13th.
Throne of Atlantis is a kind of origin story for Aquaman and an explanation for his presence in the Justice League. Loosely based on the 2013 comic of the same name by Geoff Johns, Throne of Atlantis follows Arthur Curry as he learns about his birthright as King of Atlantis. Aquaman encounters his wicked half-brother, a merenary with machinations of his own, and the troubles of learning that the life he's always known isn't the one for which he's destined. If the trailers are any indication, Aquaman's 2018 big screen outing will follow this plot as well.
The special edition of
Throne of Atlantis will feature a number of extra-special bonus features. You can take a look at those features here, the list of which comes to us from the kind folks at ComicBook.com:
Aquaman: The New King (NEW featurette) – An immersive look at Arthur Curry’s evolution from guardian of the ocean to the King of Atlantis and key member of the Justice League.
Audio Commentary (NEW) – Renowned former DC Editor and current Creative Director of Animation Mike Carlin, Creative Director of Animation, and Throne of Atlantis screenwriter Heath Corson share their insights into the legend of Aquaman.
Scoring Atlantis: The Sound of the Deep (Featurette) - Every great film needs a great musical score. Filled with emotion, music takes us on a dynamic journey as we adventure with the hero. Throne of Atlantis takes us on that quest through the eyes of Arthur Curry.
Robin and Nightwing Bonus Sequence – Producer James Tucker provides video commentary for this exciting bonus sequence where Robin and Nightwing join forces.
Throne of Atlantis: 2014 New York Comic Con Panel – The entire, lively one-hour panel discussion between actor Matt Lanter, producer James Tucker, screenwriter Heath Corson, character designer Phil Bourassa and dialogue director Andrea Romano.
Villains of the Deep (Featurette) – From Ocean Master to Black Manta to King Shark, each villain operates from his own deep sense of conviction, presenting an incredible challenge for the hero in Arthur Curry, aka Aquaman. This documentary goes into the biographical details of the villains.
A Sneak Peek at The Death of Superman - The Death of Superman is widely considered one of the most popular stories in the Superman canon and the DCU. This sneak peek at the exciting new film discusses the story and its place in pop culture.
A Sneak Peek at Reign of the Supermen - An exciting look at the new film which brings the epic and emotional story of a world without the Man of Steel to life.
Bonus cartoons from the DC Comics Vault:
Batman: The Brave and the Bold, "Aquaman's Outrageous Adventure!"
Batman: The Brave and the Bold, "Evil Under the Sea!"
Aquaman, "Menace of The Black Manta" and "The Rampaging Reptile-Men"
Justice League Unlimited, "Far from Home"
Will you be picking up the special reissue of
Justice League: Throne of Atlantis? Let us know in the comments, or just tell us how excited you are for
Aquaman! And for all your animated news, both under the sea and above, stay tooned to Toonado.