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The biggest entertainment stories don't stop at the headline. Every week, The Backstage Pass brings readers closer to the people creating today's biggest movies, TV shows, comics, games, and pop culture moments through exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes reporting, and original features from the CBR team. Whether it's Marvel, DC, Star Wars, anime, gaming, or Hollywood's biggest creators, The Backstage Pass is where entertainment fans can go deeper. If you haven't subscribed yet, now's the perfect time to join the conversation. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/g-mKXq-e #EntertainmentMedia #Newsletter #Journalism #Marvel #DC #StarWars #Gaming #CBR #DigitalPublishing

Exclusive access and original conversations continue to be a cornerstone of CBR's entertainment coverage. This month, some of our strongest-performing social content came from interviews with the talent behind some of the industry's biggest franchises and most anticipated projects. Among the highlights were Joan Cusack discussing her return to the beloved Toy Story franchise for Toy Story 5, the cast of Netflix's Avatar: The Last Airbender joining CBR's We're Not Really Strangers series for an unscripted conversation with fans, and Milly Alcock sharing new insights into her role as Supergirl as the DC Universe enters a new chapter. The month also featured one of CBR's biggest exclusives to date: an interview with Joe Russo and Robert Downey Jr., covering Marvel Studios' future, the creative expectations surrounding Avengers: Doomsday, and previously unrevealed details about Iron Man's original fate during the Infinity Saga. These conversations reflect CBR's continued commitment to delivering exclusive reporting, premium video content, and meaningful access to the creators, filmmakers, and performers shaping today's entertainment landscape. As our editorial and video offerings continue to expand, we remain focused on producing journalism that informs fans, sparks conversation, and strengthens CBR's position as a leading destination for entertainment news and original content. https://lnkd.in/g832b43E #EntertainmentMedia #DigitalPublishing #Journalism #Marvel #DCStudios #Netflix #Pixar #ContentStrategy #YouTube #CBR

One of CBR's longest-running community features continues to celebrate the creativity of comic book artists and fandom. This week's The Line it is Drawn! challenges artists to imagine Supergirl teaming up with characters from outside the DC Universe, resulting in a gallery of original crossover artwork inspired by fan suggestions. The feature continues to showcase the incredible talent within the comics community while giving artists a platform to share their work with CBR's global audience. It's a reminder that fan creativity remains one of the driving forces behind comic book culture. A special thank you to this week's contributing artists: • @hotroddii • @meeleeart • @brendan.tobin • @caanangrall • @perks264 • @chadkaplananimation Explore the latest gallery on CBR: https://lnkd.in/gWbx_iUw #Comics #ComicArt #FanArt #DCComics #Supergirl #CreatorCommunity #DigitalMedia #EntertainmentMedia #CBR

Thirty years ago, Super Mario 64 changed the video game industry. Released for the Nintendo 64, the game helped establish many of the design principles that would become standard across 3D gaming, influencing countless developers and franchises over the decades that followed. As gaming continues to evolve into one of the world's largest entertainment sectors, milestones like the 30th anniversary of Super Mario 64 serve as reminders of how impactful interactive storytelling and game design can be on popular culture. At CBR, we're continuing to expand our coverage beyond comics, movies, and television to include gaming, anime, collectibles, and the broader entertainment landscape. Whether we're covering major releases, industry trends, fan communities, or anniversaries that shaped modern entertainment, our goal is to meet audiences where their passions live. Gaming has become an essential part of pop culture, and we're excited to continue growing our coverage in this space alongside the fans, creators, and industry leaders driving it forward. Happy 30th Anniversary to Super Mario 64 and to one of the most influential games ever made. #Gaming #Nintendo #SuperMario64 #DigitalMedia #EntertainmentMedia #VideoGames #ContentStrategy #AudienceEngagement #PopCulture #CBR

This week, CBR released exclusives with two of the biggest names in modern blockbuster filmmaking: Robert Downey Jr. and Joe Russo. In the exclusive interviews conducted by Sean O'Connell, the conversations explored the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the immense expectations surrounding Avengers: Doomsday, and surprising new revelations about the Infinity Saga. At CBR, our goal is to go beyond headlines and create meaningful conversations with the creators, filmmakers, actors, and storytellers driving the entertainment industry forward. As audience demand for exclusive access continues to grow, these interviews represent the kind of premium entertainment journalism that helps connect fans directly with the people behind the world's biggest franchises. Read the exclusives: • https://lnkd.in/gUseqjme • https://lnkd.in/gi7mQESZ #Marvel #MCU #AvengersDoomsday #RobertDowneyJr #JoeRusso #EntertainmentMedia #DigitalPublishing #Journalism #ContentStrategy #CBR

CBR continues to expand its video-first storytelling across multiple YouTube platforms, creating original content that connects with audiences across entertainment, fandom, and pop culture. From breaking news coverage and fandom discussions to celebrity interviews, exclusive features, and in-studio productions, CBR’s YouTube ecosystem continues to grow across three dedicated channels: 📺 CBR https://lnkd.in/gK3DpnJm 🎬 CBR Presents https://lnkd.in/g-3KgxY8 🎥 CBR In Studio https://lnkd.in/gaz7NYYP These channels help extend CBR’s editorial coverage beyond traditional publishing through creator-driven video content, talent collaborations, convention coverage, interactive series, and exclusive entertainment access. #YouTube #DigitalMedia #EntertainmentMedia #ContentStrategy #AudienceEngagement #CBR #VideoContent #SocialMedia

CBR is on the ground at SXSW London as Marvel Studios’s Avengers: Doomsday campaign begins ramping up in a major way. Fans visiting the Latverian-themed pop-up coffee shop inspired by Doctor Doom were surprised this week by an appearance from Joe and Anthony Russo, who stopped to meet fans, sign autographs, and celebrate the upcoming MCU event film. CBR’s Sean O'Connell is covering the activation live from London and will also be bringing fans an exclusive interview with the Russo Brothers, along with another super-secret surprise tied to the event that Marvel fans will not want to miss! #Marvel #AvengersDoomsday #SXSWLondon #RussoBrothers #DoctorDoom #EntertainmentMedia #CBR #MarvelStudios

CBR’s Caroline M. Ramsburg sat down with Janice and Floyd Pepper of the Electric Mayhem to talk about the brand-new Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. They discuss how it feels to receive their very own ride and what it was like to collaborate with celebrities like Def Leppard, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson, and more. Rock on!

🚨 CBR is hiring! 🚨 We're currently looking for talented writers and content creators to join the CBR team across a few exciting openings. If you’re passionate about entertainment, pop culture, anime, gaming, or social media, I’d love to connect! We’re hiring for: 🎬 Movies Contributor For writers who love film, franchises, streaming releases, box office trends, and entertainment analysis. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gRFVkDub 📺 TV Journalist Looking for someone with strong expertise in Network TV who can cover shows, industry updates, and television trends with confidence. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gGyzFiFr 📱 Social Media Coordinator For someone creative, organized, and trend-savvy who understands how to engage audiences across social platforms. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/g3MdKX6e 🎮 Anime/Gaming Writer Specifically looking for expertise in One Piece TCG — if you know the cards, the meta, the community, and the strategy, this could be a great fit. Apply here: https://lnkd.in/gAvxHEHy Interested or know someone who would be a fit? Feel free to apply directly or send me a message — I’d be happy to share more details. #Hiring #Recruiting #CBR #ComicBookResources #EntertainmentJobs #WritingJobs #JournalismJobs #SocialMediaJobs #AnimeJobs #GamingJobs #OnePieceTCG #PopCultureJobs

What happens when you inject a hyper-targeted campaign into an already buzzing entertainment feed? Last week, our team at CBR launched Star Wars Week alongside our standard content flow and the data proved exactly how much a legacy community responds when you treat their fandom with editorial nuance and interactive storytelling. By meeting fans precisely where they spend their time, this single campaign layer generated remarkable cross-platform visibility and community action: 1.7+ Million Impressions & Views across our social channels, driven by an intentional mix of breaking industry updates, retro gaming nostalgia, and deep comic lore. 14,500+ Organic Engagements, anchored by an incredible 11.13% engagement rate on our native video assets on Instagram. 3,300+ Fan Votes in our centerpiece interactive tournament, the Star Wars Throwdown, which kept audiences returning day after day across Facebook and Instagram to debate and crown the ultimate character. 21,300+ Direct Link Clicks back to CBR.com, proving that authentic content experiences don't just capture attention—they convert passive scrollers into high-intent readers. The Takeaway Audiences don't just want to consume content; they want to participate in it. Star Wars Week highlights the exact balance of themed programming, platform-specific optimization, and audience-first social strategy we prioritize at CBR. A massive shoutout to our editorial, social, and video teams for executing this initiative seamlessly and showing what's possible when a brand respects the fandom. #DigitalMedia #EntertainmentJournalism #ContentStrategy #AudienceEngagement #SocialMediaMarketing #CBR