Fringe Comics Delayed Until 2009

The next Fringe Comic - Fringe #2 - was due to be released next week on October 15. However, a quick check of the DC Comics Wildstorm website reveals that all references to future issues have been removed:

• Fringe #2
• Fringe #3
• Fringe #4
  

And according to Comics Worth Reading, all orders for #2, #3, and #4 have been canceled.

I talked to Wildstorm, and they have officially confirmed that the series will be delayed until January 2009. Hank Kanalz, the VP – General Manager of WildStorm said the reason for the delay was that:

“The writer’s of the show want to make sure the comic book is integrated into the mythology of the FRINGE world, so we have decided to refocus the direction of the comic book. Unfortunately, this means that we will have some delays, but will be back in January.”

We'll let you know as soon as pre-orders are available again.

J.J. Abrams Live Webchat: Is Over Arcing Mystery Winning Out Over Procedural On Fringe?

The Guardian has posted a transcript of their LIVE webchat with J.J. Abrams which took place earlier today. Below are a few of the more telling answers JJ gave in response to questions about Fringe, including on finding Fringe's rhythm and on the existence of a Lost size mystery.

Q: To you, is there an upcoming episode that you are especially proud of and you think will be a fan favourite when the series is finished?

Also, I have noticed a certain formula in the structure of the episodes so far. Is this something that is going to carry on, or will there be variations on this formula? Sorry if that isn't too specific. - owlwaxer

JJ - We are still finding our rhythm. If you look back at the early episodes of your favourite shows you will find they are a little bit to the left of what the show ultimately became. I feel we are still arriving. The fourth episode, The Arrival, is closer to what the show will be.

Q: Is Fringe going to be a big mystery as Lost is, with all the cryptic clues. Or will Fringe be a light venture? - yamatoEva

JJ - There will be and there already is, and ep 4 begins it, the over arcing mystery of the show. The goal is to do both - to tune in and enjoy without knowing anything that comes before it but also if you watch every week you will see things you understand and that are connected tot he larger picture. We are looking at both of them. -- Full Transcript

Fringe Photos: Episode 104 - The Arrival

Here are the promotional photos for Fringe Episode 104 - The Arrival.

Now That You've Seen Anna Torv In Action, How Do You Rank Her In The Pantheon Of J.J. Abrams' Leading Ladies?

Which Abrams' girl is your favorite?

Jasika Nicole Interview with TheFringePodcast

TheFringePodcast has an interview with actress Jasika Nicole, who plays Astrid Farnsworth on Fringe. They chat about her love of art, how she came to be a part of Fringe, life on the set, JJ Abrams, Creepy Bald Guy (sort of), Gene the Cow, and other topics.

Listen Now:

Download: TheFringePodcast Episode 0111

Secrets of Fringe, with Kurtzman, Pinkner, & Orci

There's no new episode of Fringe tonight, but Executive Producers Alex Kurtzman, Jeff Pinkner, and Roberto Orci have something to tide you over until next week - The Secrets Of Fringe. They discuss seven important insights about Olivia Dunham, Walter Bishop, Peter Bishop, Phillip Broyles, The Observer, The Pattern, and Agent Scott.

If that only whets your Fringe appetite, why not catch up on some Fringe podcasts, or head over to the Fringe wiki, and contribute to Fringe community!

UPDATE: E!'s Watch With Krisitn has some more Q&A with Kurtzman and Orci. Specifically, they address some concerns I have seen in the comments:

Is It All About Walter? So far almost every case has tied directly back to Walter's (John Noble) work. Isn't that a lot of weirdness leading back to one man? Said Orci: "There is a much larger mosaic at play here, and Walter's work is part of it. A lot of the work that Walter did before he was committed, and before he lost a lot of his memory, was stolen from him. The question is, who stole it and why, and does the Pattern have something to do with the work that he's done?" However, Kurtzman said, "It won't always be about his work." And thank goodness, because I love the guy, but Walter was thisclose to becoming the Mary Sue of mad scientists...

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Ask JJ Abrams Your Fringe Questions

JJ Abrams will be participating in a LIVE webchat on Friday, October 10, 2008. The chat is sponsored by The Guardian in the UK, so the start time is at 6:00PM BST (which in the US is 10:00AM Pacifc / 1:00PM Eastern).

Since they have only seen the pilot episode in the UK, your questions will need to be very general in nature. Questions must be submitted ahead of time, so submit your own questions here, then join the chat on Friday to see what the answers are.

Fringe Dwellers Podcast: Episode 6

In the sixth Fringe Dwellers Podcast, Jen and Adele discuss the details of the newest Fringe episode, The Arrival. We tried a new recording program so this is the reason the levels are a little fishy (and for the lateness). Our intro was graciously provided by John Bailey. We had a great time discussing this fun episode with a very new feeling to it. Enjoy the show!

Listen now:


You can also subscribe to the podcast on iTunes.

If you have a comment or question for Adele & Jen, you can email them at fringedwellers@gmail.com. You can also leave a voicemail for them at (206) 333-0072, or reach them on Twitter as fringedwellers, or Facebook as Gene the Cow Worshippers

What Do You Think of Fringe's 3D Location Titles?

Flying over, under, by and through Fringe's three dimensional location titles has some fans cheering and others jeering. But the veracity of the latter has us wondering, is it just an exceptionally vocal minority of fans who dislike the 3D location motif, or do their protests represent a majority opinion?

What's your take on Fringe's embedded, reflective, 3D location titles?

JJ Abrams on Conan

J.J. Abrams on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, talking about Fringe, cloverfield, Lost, plane crashes, sound effects, and talking kittens.

Fringe Premieres in UK Tonight On Sky1

Fringe premieres in the UK tonight on Sky1 at 9:00PM.

Check out the Official Sky1 Fringe website, which has some exclusive Pilot promo photos, and behind-the-scenes photos from The Ghost Network.

Massive Dynamic Email

Massive Dynamic has begun sending out emails in response to filling out the Contact Us form on MassiveDynamic.com. The email, titled "Your Communication With Massive Dynamic," comes from massive@massivedynamic.com and legal@massivedynamic.com.

It's not much, but it just may be the start of something new. I think it is no coincidence that these emails are going out the day after Fringe got picked up for a full season. Bring on the ARG!