Even as "Avatar" director James Cameron counts an adaptation of the manga series "Battle Angel Alita" as one of his upcoming projects, the celebrated 3-D filmmaker is just one of many directors looking to bring comic books from the page to three-dimensional life on the big screen. And rightly so — with 3-D well on its way to becoming the rule rather than the exception when it comes to upcoming films, why should science-fiction and fantasy have all the fun?

As part of our ongoing 3-D Week here at MTV News, here's a preview of some of the upcoming comics-inspired films planned for 3-D release in theaters. From a space-traveling cosmic policeman and his ring to a globe-trotting reporter and his dog, comic book characters will play a big role in our 3-D future, so here's what you can look forward to when they arrive in theaters.

"Green Lantern" (June 17, 2011): Ryan Reynolds stars as Hal Jordan, a test pilot given a powerful ring by a dying alien and tasked with protecting Earth and its surrounding space sector from cosmic (and terrestrial) threats. Driected by "Casino Royale" filmmaker Martin Campbell, "Green Lantern" could make good use of the 3-D environment when it comes time for its hero to make use of the ring's ability to create just about any shape its wielder can imagine. While Campbell won't get specific about the "constructs" Hal will create, we're pulling for someone to get clocked by a big, green, three-dimensional boxing glove at some point in the film.

"The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn" (December 23, 2011): Steven Spielberg and Peter Jackson team up for this film based on the adventures of one of the world's most popular comic book heroes, Tintin. Sure, the Belgian boy reporter isn't as well known in the U.S., but ask comic fans just about anywhere else in the world and you'll find out that Tintin and his dog Snowy are on the same level as Spider-Man and Superman in some countries. While Spielberg wrapped principal photography on the film almost a year ago, Jackson has been hard at work on the unique motion-capture technology used to put Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, and the rest of the film's cast into character. With two of the most celebrated, visually inclined filmmakers of the last few generations backing this one, the sky's the limit when it comes to the role 3-D will play in the film.

"Priest" (January 14, 2011): Based on the manga series by Min-Woo Hyung and directed by "Legion" filmmaker Scott Stewart, "Priest" is a post-apocalyptic tale of a warrior priest and a sheriff (Paul Bettany and Cam Gigandet) on the trail of a gang of vampires led by the evil Black Hat (Karl Urban). "True Blood" actor Stephen Moyer also plays a role in the film, which, combined with Gigandet's "Twilight" connection, offers a potent combination for vampire-friendly audiences. Stewart specializes in dark visuals, big scares, and intense action, so be prepared for a crazy 3-D experience when this "vampire western" hits theaters.

"Megamind" (November 5, 2010): While not based on an actual comic book, Dreamworks' animated feature "Megamind" is a satire of classic superhero stories. Will Ferrell voices super-villain Megamind, who gets bored after killing his heroic rival, Metro Man (Brad Pitt). When his new, manufactured nemesis (Jonah Hill) takes a dark turn, Megamind is forced to play a role he's not accustomed to playing: hero. Considering the possibilities of a 3-D "Incredibles" or other computer-animated features, this one seems like a no-brainer for family-style 3-D fun.

"Stretch Armstrong" (2012): Not much is known about this film other than it stars "Twilight" alum Taylor Lautner and is based on the stretchy Hasbro toy of the same name. Last year, Hasbro CEO Brian Goldner told us the script by Steve Oedekerk ("Kung Pow: Enter the Fist") would feature a reluctant hero who suddenly finds himself with super-stretchy powers. Expect a lot of 3-D limbs flying out of the screen with this one, folks.

"Spider-Man" (2012): After scrapping plans for "Spider-Man 4," Sony is going back to basics with your friendly neighborhood webslinger. The new film directed by Marc Webb ("500 Days of Summer") takes Peter Parker back to high school and reboots the phenomenally successful franchise featuring one of comics' best-known heroes. No one has been cast in the lead role yet (though we've suggested a few names), but with one of the most colorful rogues galleries in comics, there's bound to be some great 3-D effects in Spidey's return to the big screen. Whether it's tail swipes or pumpkin bombs, Spider-Man seems like the perfect hero to make 3-D his home.

What comic book heroes would you like to see in 3-D? Let us know in the comments!

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