Ben 10: Alien Swarm

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Live-Action Movie Based on Hit Animated Franchise Has Broadcast Debut in United States on November 25 at 7 p.m.

Cartoon Network territories around the globe will join forces in a worldwide campaign surrounding the broadcast premiere of Ben 10: Alien Swarm. Throughout November, countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Poland, Italy, Spain, South Africa, Mexico, and the Philippines will host premiere events and screenings in 26 languages to support the global broadcast premiere of the latest television movie in the hugely popular Ben 10 franchise, which transcends borders with its global success in broadcast, digital and retail.

The Ben 10: Alien Swarm tour will kick off in London, England where cast members Ryan Kelley, Galadriel Stineman, Nathan Keyes and Alyssa Diaz will present Ben's 10 Awards to 10 lucky kids. Fans will be able to follow the cast as they travel from London to Los Angeles through updates on the official Cartoon Network Facebook page and Twitter account, posting photos, text messages and video clips from each event. Bandai America Incorporated, the official toy licensee for Ben 10, will serve as the exclusive sponsor of the U.S. premiere in Los Angeles, California. These events around the world, combined with a comprehensive marketing campaign promise to make this the most extensive global launch in Cartoon Network history.

Ben 10: Alien Swarm is directed and executive-produced by Alex Winter, who also directed Cartoon Network's first Ben 10 live-action movie, Ben 10: Race Against Time, which scored over 13 million viewers during its Thanksgiving weekend premiere in 2007. The new movie follows Ben as he breaks ranks from the Plumbers (a secret organization that battles alien forces) to help Elena, a mysterious young woman from his past, uncover an alien threat to our world.

Ryan Kelley (Prayers for Bobby) stars in the coveted role of 16-year-old Ben Tennyson, with industry veteran Barry Corbin (No Country for Old Men) starring as Grandpa Max. Galadriel Stineman (Junkyard Dog) is Gwen, Ben's super-powered cousin, and Nathan Keyes plays Kevin Levin, who has joined Ben's team for the good of the universe, but still seems to have a scheming side. Alyssa Diaz (Red Dawn) plays Elena, a long-time friend of Ben. Elena's search for her father leads the group into an adventure to stop an alien threat from destroying the world.

The Ben 10 Alien Force animated television series currently premieres new episodes on Cartoon Network Friday nights at 8:30 p.m. (ET, PT) with replays throughout the week. Ben 10: Alien Swarm will be released on both DVD and Blu-ray Disc domestically in December through Warner Home Video.

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UK Viewers: Ben 10 Alien Swarm will be shown on Cartoon Network on 28 November.

This live-action/CGI movie is the sequal to Ben 10: Race Against Time.

Ben 10: Alien Swarm follows teenage hero Ben Tennyson as he breaks ranks from The Plumbers to help Elena, a mysterious young woman and long-time friend, find her father. While searching for her father they uncover a plot for alien invaders to take over the earth.

Cousin Gwen and one time enemy Kevin E Levin, who have their own special powers, have teamed up with Ben to save the world once again.

Actor Ryan Kelley made his first television appearance in a commercial at age 2 years. Since then he has been in over 50 commercials and has had parts in television productions since age 9, including "Smallville", "Boston Legal", "Cold Case", and "Ghost Whisperer".

He is the 5th of 15 children (9 were adopted).

Source: IMDB

Galadriel Stineman had her film debut in "Junkyard Dogs" where she played the part of Audra.

She is originally from Kentucky and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Radio/Television from Northern Kentucky University.

Source: Bass Entertainment Pictures
Picture from IMDB

Nathan Keyes is making his movie debut in Ben 10: Alien Swarm.

He first appeared on television playing the part of Paul Elins on an episode of "N3mbers". You may also have seen him on "Three Moons Over Milford", "Women's Murder Club", or "Mrs Washington Goes to Smith".

Source: IMDB

Ben 10 Alien Swarm Movie Omnitrix Illuminator
The Alien Swarm Omnitrix features includes three image discs, featuring 30 images from the Alien Swarm movie. Apparently, this is only being released once and won't be available for long, so order yours now if you want it.

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