CBR Press & Events
The source for pop culture info. CBR is an award-winning publisher of news, features, interviews, guides and informative lists - providing resources for movie buffs, TV aficionados, hardcore gamers, anime enthusiasts and comic book readers who can't get enough of their fandoms.
Founded in 1995, our dedicated industry experts and passionate readership turned CBR into the premier website for all things geek entertainment - even attracting regular columns and editorials from the likes of Robert Kirkman, Mark Millar and Matt Fraction. Over the years, CBR articles, editors and quotes have been featured or sourced at the biggest and most respected publications around the world, such as:The New York Times, The Guardian, BBC, NPR, The Telegraph, NBC, PBS, Wikipedia, Medium, Forbes, The Huffington Post, USA Today, Buzzfeed, The Atlantic, Slate, Rolling StoneandThe New Yorker, among others. In 2009, CBR was honored by its contributions to the comics industry with its first Eisner Award for "Best Comics-Related Periodical/Journalism" - with repeat wins in 2011 and 2014.
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Grae Drake on the CCA Red Carpet
CBR's Lead Host, Grae Drake, covers the Critics Choice Awards red carpet interviewing stars and creatives fromSinners,K-Pop: Demon Hunters, The Naked Gun, and many more!
CBR Plays We're Not Really Strangers
CBR premiered its evolved in-studio talent series, CBR PLAYS WE’RE NOT REALLY STRANGERS, debuting with its first episode featuring actor, director, and creator Matthew Lillard.
CBR Launches Podcast "Heroes Journey"
CBR launches its newest podcast “Heroes Journey” a weekly conversation dedicated to comics and superheroes, hosted by CBR Deputy Editor, Sean O'Connell, and co-hosted and produced by Sierra Nutkevitch.
CBR Debuts New Column: Overhated & Underrated
Welcome to Overhated & Underrated! Twice a month, Nicholas Brooks and Jamie Parker will dissect a movie or TV show that received too much hate or not nearly enough love. From Star Wars to Marvel, from horror to fantasy, nothing is off-limits.
Sean O'Connell Moderates SCAD Animation Fest
CBR's Sean O'Connell moderates Q&A of 'Aztec Batman: Clash of the Empires' screening at SCAD Animation Fest.
CBR's 2025 Fall Movie & TV Preview: Exclusive Images
CBR debuts exclusive images from some of the most anticipated films and TV shows premiering this fall.
CBR at San Diego Comic Con 2025
CBR's Grae Drake and Sean O'Connell were on the ground and in studio at San Diego Comic Con talking with some of the biggest celebrities and getting the inside scoop.
CBR attends Valnet's Workweek
This month, our teams from around the world flew into our HQ to dive into what’s shaping the publishing industry, sharing challenges, and prepping for important changes that will result in big future wins!
CBR Visits Opening of Universal Epic Universe
CBR's Caroline M. Ramsburg and Nicholas Brooks were live at Universal Orlando Resort for the Universal Epic Universe Grand Opening Celebration and Coverage Even
Humble and Hungry Blog: Jon Arvedon’s Valnet Journey
Jon Arvedon, Executive Editor at CBR, shared his incredible career journey with us. From starting out as a writer to stepping into a leadership role, Jon has transformed his passion into a fulfilling career.
Valnet Hosts Exclusive Hans Zimmer Screening Event
Sister brands ScreenRant and Collider hosted an exclusive advanced screening of Zimmer's Diamond in the Desert in LA, where Steve Weintraub had the immense pleasure of sitting down for an exclusive Q&A conversation with Zimmer.
CBR Welcomes Sean O'Connell as Deputy Editor
O'Connell has joined CBR as the new deputy editor of our comics & superheroes section! His work has appeared in The Washington Post, CinemaBlend, and Fandango, and he's a longstanding member of the Critics Choice Association.
Valnet makes Jounce Media's latest Bellwether Publisher list
We are honoured to be recognized in Jounce Media's latest Bellwether Publisher list. The list highlights large-scale companies known for setting the highest standards in the industry.
Valnet Opens NYC Office
With the office now fully set up, we’re diving into hiring mode! Check out some of our exciting opportunities in NYC.
Movies & TV Deputy Editor, Samantha McPhee Celebrates 3 Years at CBR!
Samantha joined CBR in 2021 as a junior editor and quickly became an integral part of the training team before becoming the lead of our Movies & TV section in October 2023. She also serves as the administrator for CBR's Rotten Tomatoes account and oversees the brand's social media strategy!
New Feature: User Threads
Registered users can now add Threads on their favorite topics!
New York Comic-Con 2024
CBR's Kevin Polowy hosted a media suite at NYCC 2024 to talk with talent including Meghann Fahy, Jack Quaid, Norman Reedus, Melissa McBride, Lauren Cohan, and more.
D23 Expo
CBR's Risa Weber attended D23 Expo 2024 in Anaheim, California, where she reported live from the biggest panels on the best the House of Mouse has to offer, including Pixar, Star Wars, Marvel, and more! This was Risa's first time attending D23, and she had a blast catching first looks at Moana 2, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, Thunderbolts*, and plenty of other major upcoming titles.
San Diego Comic-Con 2024
CBR hosted a media suite at San Diego Comic-Con 2024, where senior producer/host Kevin Polowy celebrated movies, television, and comics with talent such as Chris Hemsworth, Kevin Durand, Kevin Hart, Paul Feig, Tom Kenny, and much more! Also in attendance for CBR were host C. M. Ramsburg and comics & gaming reporter Jenny Chu, who conducted interviews and reported live from SDCC's biggest panels, including Marvel Studios' massive Hall H presentation.
CinemaCon 2024
CBR's senior producer and host Kevin Polowy attended CinemaCon in Las Vegas to cover the film studio theatrical showcases, take meetings, and participate in luncheon and dinner events.
WonderCon 2024
CBR attended WonderCon in 2024 to meet with talent and cover every red carpet event for exclusive interviews, marking Kevin Polowy's first official event with CBR.
SXSW 2024
For the first time ever, CBR attended SXSW, where talent from the festival’s premier television and film programming came by for interviews. We covered the event’s red carpets, participated in on-site junkets, and reviewed the impressive slate of programming.
New York Comic Con 2023
CBR hosted a media suite at New York Comic Con 2023, celebrating comics, movies, television, and amazing talent from across the industry, along with live reporting from panels and participating in on-site junkets.