A series about “fringe science” typically would tease some pretty crazy things that would be more science-fiction than science. But when “Fringe” premieres Sept. 9 at 8 p.m. on Fox, executive producer and co-creator J.J. Abrams says it’s a show that won’t cross the line into unbelievable territory.

I have nothing against digital technology. It tricks the eye just as matte paintings and miniatures did. What I’m concerned about is that filmmakers take it for granted. The best effects are those that are entirely story-driven and character-driven.

The epic Batman saga grossed $75.6 million in its second weekend in theaters, pushing its domestic total to $314,245,000, Warner Brothers told the AP.