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"Watchmen" (2009)

Set in an alternate 1985 America in which costumed superheroes are part of the fabric of everyday society and the 'Doomsday Clock' - which charts the USA's tension with the Soviet Union - is permanently set at five minutes to midnight. When one of his former colleagues is murdered, the washed-up but no less determined masked vigilante Rorschach sets out to uncover a plot to kill and discredit all past and present superheroes. As he reconnects with his former crime-fighting legion - a ragtag group of retired superheroes, only one of whom has true powers - Rorschach glimpses a wide-ranging and disturbing conspiracy with links to their shared past and catastrophic consequences for the future. Their mission is to watch over humanity...but who is watching the Watchmen?
One on One with Matthew Goode
In this exclusive interview, Matthew Goode talks about his decision to give Adrian Veidt/Ozymandias a slight German accent, getting into the costume, and Zack Snyder's vision.
"Watchmen" Teaser Trailer
Check out Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Billy Crudup, Matthew Goode, Carla Gugino, Patrick Wilson and Malin Akerman in "Watchmen," directed by Zack Snyder ("300").
"Watchmen" Photos
Gallery of photos from the movie "Watchmen" featuring Jeffrey Dean Morgan as The Comedian, Billy Crudup as Jon Osterman, Jackie Earle Haley as Rorschach, Patrick Wilson as Nite Owl II, Malin Akerman as Silk Spectre II, and Carla Gugino as the original Silk Spectre.
"Watchmen" Cast Photos - Comic Con 2008
Gallery of photos of the cast of Warner Bros Pictures' "Watchmen" including Billy Crudup, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Malin Akerman, Carla Gugino, Matthew Goode, Patrick Wilson, Jackie Earle Haley, director Zack Snyder and Dave Gibbons at the 2008 San Diego Comic Con.
Exclusive Interview: Jeffrey Dean Morgan ('The Comedian')
(July 2008) Jeffrey Dean Morgan transformed into The Comedian, probably the most difficult character to tackle, in Warner Bros Pictures' feature film "Watchmen" based on the classic graphic novel. At Comic Con, Morgan talked about bringing the character to life.
Exclusive Interview: Billy Crudup ('Dr Manhattan')
Billy Crudup plays Jon Osterman and the supercharged, super-intelligent Dr. Manhattan in one of the most anticipated movies of '09: 'Watchmen.' At Comic Con, Crudup discussed his part in the film version of the greatest graphic novel ever written.
Exclusive Interview: Jackie Earle Haley ('Rorschach')
(July 2008) Jackie Earle Haley plays Rorschach, a character whose face is hidden underneath an inkblot-decorated mask, in Warner Bros Pictures' "Watchmen," directed by Zack Snyder and based on the graphic novel created by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons.
Exclusive Interview: Matthew Goode ('Ozymandias')
Matthew Goode plays the handsome and extremely intelligent 'Ozymandias' in the big screen version of 'Watchmen.' Goode created a backstory for his character which involves using a surprising accent and Comic Con fans applauded his decision.
Exclusive Interview: Patrick Wilson ('Nite Owl II')
Patrick Wilson is Nite Owl II in the edgy dramatic film 'Watchmen' based on what's considered to be the greatest graphic novel ever written. Nite Owl's an interesting bird, and Wilson talked about taking on the role at Comic Con '08.
Exclusive Interview: Malin Akerman ('Silk Spectre II')
Malin Akerman dons a very tight-fitting costume and a gorgeous black wig for the part of Silk Spectre in one of 2009's most anticipated movies, 'Watchmen.' Akerman joined her 'Watchmen' co-stars at Comic Con to talk costumes and much more.
Exclusive Interview: Carla Gugino ('Silk Spectre')
(July 2008) Carla Gugino describes her character, Sally Jupiter, in "Watchmen" as a broad - and that's the perfect word to use to sum up the ex-costumed crimefighter who pushed her daughter into following in her footsteps.
Exclusive Interview with Director Zack Snyder
Zack Snyder took Frank Miller's graphic novel "300" and turned it into a visually stunning blockbuster. Now Snyder's finished shooting "Watchmen," considered the best graphic novel ever written, and he talked about it at Comic Con.
Exclusive Interview with Dave Gibbons
Dave Gibbons was clapping as enthusiastically as the crowd when clips from 'Watchmen' were screened at Comic Con '08. Getting Gibbons' stamp of approval meant a lot to director Zack Snyder and the entire cast of the much-anticipated movie.
Interview with "Watchmen" Director Zack Snyder
(July 2007) Director Zack Snyder discusses "Watchmen," his cast, the screenplay, and the sets.
Another Interview with Zack Snyder
While at the "300" DVD Release Event at Petco Park in San Diego, Snyder talked about his cast and translating "Watchmen" from graphic novel to the big screen.
"Watchmen" Set Photos
Gallery of photos of the set of "Watchmen."
"Watchmen" Character Posters
"Watchmen" characters posters featuring Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Matthew Goode, Billy Crudup, Jackie Earle Haley, Malin Akerman, Carla Gugino, and Patrick Wilson.
Jeffrey Dean Morgan Talks About "Watchmen"
(Dec 2007) Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s had a hectic 2007 and 2008 looks to be just as busy for the actor who gained a huge female following after appearing on the hit TV series, "Grey’s Anatomy."
Exclusive Interview Todd Tucker and Harvey Lowry
Todd Tucker and Harvey Lowry discuss Drac Studios, their new company, Drac Productions, and creating makeup effects for "Watchmen."
Malin Akerman Prepares for "Watchmen"
(Oct 2007) Malin Akerman on "Watchmen" and getting into shape to play Silk Spectre.
Behind the Scenes of "Watchmen"
Video journals from the set of "Watchmen."
20th Century Fox Battles Warner Bros Over "Watchmen" Rights
(Aug 2008) Nikki Finke reports on the legal battle over the film rights to "Watchmen." Fox claims they still own the rights to Alan Moore's "Watchmen," while Warner Bros asserts they are in fact the legal owners of the movie rights.
Patrick Wilson on "Watchmen" and Nite Owl
(July 2007) Patrick Wilson tried his best to not confirm "Watchmen" rumors while on the set of "Lakeview Terrace" days before the official announcement came down.
Director Zack Snyder on the Set of "Watchmen"
(Sep 2007) Director Zack Snyder talks about what's happening on the set of "Watchmen."
"Watchmen" Movie Credits
Cast and crew list for "Watchmen," MPAA rating, and release date info.
Will Gerard Butler Have a Role in Zack Snyder's "Watchmen?"
(March 2007) Zack Snyder and Gerard Butler discuss the rumors Butler will be in the "Watchmen" movie. Snyder also talks about his interest in having Tom Cruise involved in "Watchmen" and Gerard Butler gives an update on "Priest."
"Watchmen" Poster
Teaser poster for "Watchmen."
Zack Snyder Talks "Watchmen"
(Feb 2007) Zack Snyder on the budget, the storyline, and the use of CG.
Official "Watchmen" Website
Warner Bros' official site for "Watchmen." Release Date: March 6, 2009
"Watchmen and the Birth of Respect for the Graphic Novel"
About.com's Contemporary Literature Guide rates and reviews Alan Moore's "Watchmen."

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