Now that Smallville has come to an end on the youth-oriented CW network, execs have been scrambling to find a replacement for the hero oriented series. Earlier this year, the CW introduced Arrow, a gritty and darker take on the Green Arrow, who played a major role in Smallville, though the two series are not connected. With that series proving to be successful, the network is looking to add one more DC character in Wonder Woman.

The new series, which has yet to be green lit for a pilot is said to be centered on a younger Diana, currently being called Isis, before she becomes the famed hero. CW President Mark Pedowitz recently stated that Amazon would be  “an origination story in the sense that Smallville was an origination story.” take that for what it’s worth.

Casting for the series has been underway for a few weeks now, despite not having a pilot ordered. But the fact they are moving forward with casting shows they are fairly confident in the project. Today, STV have learned that Amy Manson is being eyed for the lead role in the series. Manson has had roles in several “geek” shows, including Torchwood, Being Human and Misfits.

I think most would agree that this series is fighting an uphill battle with fans of the character and casting will play a major part in whether this show is successful. Is Manson right for the role? Is she enough to keep this series from collapsing like the most recent failed attempt with Adrienne Palicki? Only time will tell.

Josh "ecksmanfan" Johnson, Torchwood’s Amy Manson Up for CW’s Amazon

“At this time, no. And regarding your next question, regarding is Batman going to make a trip to [Arrow’s] Starling City, they’re not in the same state.”

At this time, the planned Wonder Woman series, called Amazon, has yet to have a pilot ordered, but folks seem confident in the project as the casting process is under way. Just for clarification, Pedowitz did say the series would be “an origination story in the sense that Smallville was an origination story.” So what about a crossover involving the CW’s current hit Arrow and the upcoming Amazon? There seems to be a larger possibilty there.

“I think they all could exist in the same world, but whether they do or they don’t is depending on what the showrunner wants to do.”

Sounds like there may be potential there, assuming the writers and such can find a way to make it happen. What do you guys think, would you want to see Diana show up in Starling City? Does she belong there at all? Of course, Amazon would need to be picked up for a series run for all this to happen and even then, I think it may be a long shot. As long as Tom Welling doesn’t make an appearance as Superman, I’ll be happy.

Josh "ecksmanfan" Johnson, CW President Talks Character Cross-Overs

Chronicles female superhero’s life as a young Amazonian, before she becomes a warrior princess with super powers. Iris, comes from a remote, secluded country and until now has spent most of her life as a soldier and a leader on the battlefield. Because of relentless brutality of her life at home, Iris looks at our world with absolute awe and astonishment. She’s delighted -and just as often horrified – by the aspects of everyday life that we take for granted: skyscrapers, traffic, ice cream. It’s all new and fascinating and sometimes slightly troubling – to her. Iris is completely unschooled in our world, our culture, our customs. And she’s completely inexperienced at interpersonal relationships. She has no social filter, does not suffer fools, and tends to do and say exactly what’s on her mind at all times. She’s bluntly, refreshingly honest. She can tell when you’re lying to her. And she doesn’t have time or patience for politics or tact because she’s too busy trying to experience everything our world has to offer. There are too many sights to see – and things to learn – and people to care for. Hers is a true, noble, and generous heart. And she will fight and die for the people she loves. Iris is a fierce warrior with the innocent heart of a romantic – and she will fight to the death to make the world safe for innocents and true romantics everywhere.

Cody "The Thorverine" Ferrell, New Synopsis For CW’s Amazon Emerges

Billionaire playboy Oliver Queen was missing and presumed dead for five years before being discovered alive on a remote island. He has been changed by his ordeal and must hide the truth about the man he’s become while making amends for the actions he took as a boy. Arrow premieres this Fall on The CW!

Cody "The Thorverine" Ferrell, New 4 Minute Trailer For CW’s Arrow

Yesterday we got our first good look at the CW’s version of the Green Arrow, called of all things Arrow. You can check out the clip and photos by clicking right here. Well today we get our first trailer for the series. We get a pretty good look at the series and what we can expect from the show. The origin for Green Arrow looks interesting. Again, here’s the official synopsis for the show:

After a violent shipwreck, billionaire playboy Oliver Queen was missing and presumed dead for five years before being discovered alive on a remote island in the Pacific. When he returns home to Starling City, his devoted mother Moira, much-beloved sister Thea, and best friend Tommy welcome him home, but they sense Oliver has been changed by his ordeal on the island. While Oliver hides the truth about the man he’s become, he desperately wants to make amends for the actions he took as the boy he was. Most particularly, he seeks reconciliation with his former girlfriend, Laurel Lance. As Oliver reconnects with those closest to him, he secretly creates the persona of Arrow – a vigilante – to right the wrongs of his family, fight the ills of society, and restore Starling City to its former glory. By day, Oliver plays the role of a wealthy, carefree and careless philanderer he used to be – flanked by his devoted chauffeur/bodyguard, John Diggle – while carefully concealing the secret identity he turns to under cover of darkness. However, Laurel’s father, Detective Quentin Lance, is determined to arrest the vigilante operating in his city. Meanwhile, Oliver’s own mother, Moira, knows much more about the deadly shipwreck than she has let on – and is more ruthless than he could ever imagine.

Cody "The Thorverine" Ferrell, First Trailer For CW’s Arrow

We told you CW had decided to pick up the Green Arrow drama, Arrow, for the fall which you can read about by clicking here. Now we have some images for the show as well as the first official clip of the show. Arrow stars Stephen Amell as Oliver Queen, the emerald archer known as Green Arrow.  The show will premier this fall before the CW juggernaut Supernatural. The announcement of the 2012-2013 lineup also saw the release of the image of Amell showing off his bow handling. You can see Amell in action from the clip, and you can also get a good look of the costume form the CW’s promo shot at the top of the article. The official synopsis:

After a violent shipwreck, billionaire playboy Oliver Queen was missing and presumed dead for five years before being discovered alive on a remote island in the Pacific. When he returns home to Starling City, his devoted mother Moira, much-beloved sister Thea, and best friend Tommy welcome him home, but they sense Oliver has been changed by his ordeal on the island. While Oliver hides the truth about the man he’s become, he desperately wants to make amends for the actions he took as the boy he was. Most particularly, he seeks reconciliation with his former girlfriend, Laurel Lance. As Oliver reconnects with those closest to him, he secretly creates the persona of Arrow – a vigilante – to right the wrongs of his family, fight the ills of society, and restore Starling City to its former glory. By day, Oliver plays the role of a wealthy, carefree and careless philanderer he used to be – flanked by his devoted chauffeur/bodyguard, John Diggle – while carefully concealing the secret identity he turns to under cover of darkness. However, Laurel’s father, Detective Quentin Lance, is determined to arrest the vigilante operating in his city. Meanwhile, Oliver’s own mother, Moira, knows much more about the deadly shipwreck than she has let on – and is more ruthless than he could ever imagine.

Cody "The Thorverine" Ferrell, CW’s Arrow: First Clip And Some New Images

The CW has picked up the pilot and ordered a series for “Arrow,” an hour-long drama based on the DC’s emerald archer- Green Arrow. This portrayal of Green Arrow isn’t connected to Smallville, where we had Justin Hartley fighting alongside Tom Welling in many an episode.

This take on Green Arrow was created by Green Lantern screenwriters Greg Berlanti and Marc Guggenheim with Fringe co-executive producer Andrew Kreisberg. The series focuses on Oliver Queen, Green Arrow’s alter ego, a wealthy playboy who returns after being shipwrecked for five years on an island. He returns to Starling City, changed from the comics Star City, with bow skills and a yearning to make a difference. Stephen Amell (The Vampire Diaries) stars as Oliver Queen, Colin Donnell is Tommy Merlyn, Katie Cassidy (Supernatural) as Laurel Lance, David Ramsey (Dexter) is John Diggle, Willa Holland is Thea Queen, Paul Blackthorne (Dresden Files) is Detective Lance, and Susanna Thompson (Deep Space Nine) is Moira Queen.

The pilot is directed by David Nutter of Game of Thrones from a teleplay by Kreisberg and Guggenheim and a story by Berlanti and Guggenheim.

The official description for Arrow:

After a violent shipwreck, billionaire playboy Oliver Queen was missing and presumed dead for five years before being discovered alive on a remote island in the Pacific. When he returns home to Starling City, his devoted mother Moira, much-beloved sister Thea, and best friend Tommy welcome him home, but they sense Oliver has been changed by his ordeal on the island. While Oliver hides the truth about the man he’s become, he desperately wants to make amends for the actions he took as the boy he was. Most particularly, he seeks reconciliation with his former girlfriend, Laurel Lance. As Oliver reconnects with those closest to him, he secretly creates the persona of Arrow – a vigilante – to right the wrongs of his family, fight the ills of society, and restore Starling City to its former glory. By day, Oliver plays the role of a wealthy, carefree and careless philanderer he used to be – flanked by his devoted chauffeur/bodyguard, John Diggle – while carefully concealing the secret identity he turns to under cover of darkness. However, Laurel’s father, Detective Quentin Lance, is determined to arrest the vigilante operating in his city. Meanwhile, Oliver’s own mother, Moira, knows much more about the deadly shipwreck than she has let on – and is more ruthless than he could ever imagine.

Cody "The Thorverine" Ferrell, Green Arrow Show Picked Up By The CW

The CW adaptation will feature an “original story” and will not be based on a specific storyline from the comics, according to Deadline.

Green Lantern’s Greg Berlanti and Marc Guggenheim will write and executive produce the project, alongside The Vampire Diaries producer Andrew Kreisberg.
Justin Hartley previously played Green Arrow on The CW’s Smallville from 2006 to 2011, but is not expected to reprise his role.

David Nutter – who directed the Smallville pilot in 2001 – is thought to be the top candidate to helm the Green Arrow pilot.

In 2010, it was confirmed that The CW was keen to develop a new superhero series to replace Smallville.

In addition to Green Arrow, the network is also developing a Deadman television adaptation with Supernatural creator Eric Kripke.

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