Prime Video Orders Young Sherlock to Series with Guy Ritchie

Today, Prime Video announced it has ordered Young Sherlock to series with Guy Ritchie (The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, The Covenant, The Gentlemen) directing and executive producing. Hero Fiennes Tiffin (The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare, The Woman King) will star in the title role as Young Sherlock. The series is being written and executive produced by showrunner Matthew Parkhill (Deep State, Rogue) with executive producers Simon Kelton (Eddie the Eagle), Ivan Atkinson (The Gentlemen), Simon Maxwell (The Woman in the Wall, Deep State), Dhana Gilbert (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), Colin Wilson (The Mandalorian), Marc Resteghini, and co-executive producer Harriet Creelman. It is inspired by Andy Lane's critically acclaimed book series Young Sherlock Holmes. Physical production is running through Motive Pictures. Young Sherlock will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. Prime has all your entertainment and streaming needs in a single membership.

Marvel and McFarlane Toys Collaborate on All-New Marvel Collection

McFarlane Toys, a trailblazer in the world of action figures and collectibles, proudly announces a landmark collaboration with Marvel. Through this collaboration, Todd McFarlane’s iconic Marvel artwork will be brought to life in a collection of posed figures, available in both 1:10 and 1:6 scales. It’s a pivotal moment, marking the first time Todd McFarlane, CEO/Founder of McFarlane Toys, will turn some of his own Marvel drawings into stunning 3D detail, offering fans an unparalleled opportunity to own a piece of comic book history.

The 1:10th scale posed figures will celebrate the enduring legacy of Marvel Comics and the legendary artists behind its characters. The inaugural wave features figures inspired by the artistry of Todd McFarlane, Jim Lee, Steve Ditko, John Romita Jr., and Rob Liefeld and showcases iconic characters such as Spider-Man, Wolverine, Iron Man, and Deadpool. Each figure is based upon some of Marvel Comics’ most memorable covers and will be set within an environmental base and includes a diorama backdrop to complete the final presentation.

Street Sharks 30th Anniversary Relaunch

After thirty years, Street Sharks is swimming back onto shelves as Mattel reignites the iconic brand. Since the brand's debut in the 90s, fans' hunger for new products and content has remained strong and we are thrilled to announce the Street Sharks revival. Action figures inspired by three beloved characters, Ripster, Jab, and Slash will be available at Walmart, Amazon, Big Bad Toy Store, Entertainment Earth, and Diamond Collectibles. In addition to new toys, Mattel is amplifying this moment by releasing exclusive Street Sharks apparel available at MattelCreations, and throughout the year, Mattel will be partnering with industry leaders on fashion collabs, comic books, collectibles, and more.  Street Sharks fandom encapsulates the resurgence of 90’s nostalgia, and we believe now is the time to inspire the next generation of fans.

Eight New DC SUPER POWERS Comic Book Variant Covers

In August, eight new “DC Super Powers” comic book variant covers will imagine what an unreleased wave of DC action figures would have looked like if the Kenner line of Super Powers toys from 1984-86 had continued!* Look for DC Super Powers variant covers on Batman #151, Gotham City Sirens #1, Green Lantern: War Journal #12, Nightwing #117, Power Girl #12, Superman #17, The Flash #12, and Titans #14! Reach out to your local comic book shop for preorder information and snag yourself one of these DC Super Powers variant covers!

DC’s new DC Super Powers variant covers coming in August evoke the classic Super Powers toy line and are packed with tons of Easter eggs and details. To re-create the look and feel of the original Kenner Super Powers packaging, original 1980s Super Powers product artist Alex Saviuk has returned to deliver the spot illustrations for each new variant cover. Saviuk was a character artist for the Kenner packaging from ’84 to ’86 and drew many of the minicomics that were included with each figure. The new DC Super Powers variant covers are designed and sculpted by one of the leading historians of the original Kenner Super Powers toy line and the cofounder of Raving Toy Maniac and Action Figure Insider, Jason Geyer, who is a toy designer himself.

Neopets Announces New Master Toy Deal

Neopets is making its inaugural appearance at Las Vegas Licensing Expo from May 21-23, 2024 with an epic lineup of licensed merchandise, including a new non-exclusive master toy deal with global toy industry leader PhatMojo. Show attendees are invited to visit the brand at Booth B188 to take a journey through Neopian history, from its early start as a fixture of online culture to its revival today.

Syndicate Collectibles Conjures the Horror of Pumpkinhead

In a thrilling announcement that will excite horror collectors and fans alike, Syndicate Collectibles is proud to unveil its latest masterpiece: the Pumpkinhead Collectible Polystone Statue, presented in both Apex and Classic editions, each available in 1:4 and 1:10 scales. This launch marks an unprecedented opportunity to own a piece of cinematic horror history, meticulously crafted to capture the essence of the iconic film character and officially licensed by MGM.  

In addition, Tom Woodruff Jr, who co-created the character and wore the creature suit in the film, was a consultant on this piece and provided numerous reference images and a 3d scan of the head to ensure accuracy!

Space Ghost Soars Once More at Dynamite

The legendary guardian of the spaceways returns to comics this May, as Dynamite, Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, and a heavy-hitting creative team led by David Pepose and Jonathan Lau present a new era for the hero Space Ghost!

Greed and corruption flourish in the darkness between stars. The Galactic Federation's territories are spread across the cosmos, far and wide in the vastness of space. At the scale of the cosmic landscape, pirates, hijackers and other nefarious actors are able to slip stealthily through the pitch black, ransacking distant colonies with cruel disregard for the innocent scientists that inhabit them. They've often been able to get away with impunity. Yet a powerful force is set to put a stop to this, a cosmic vigilante who metes out justice throughout the known galaxy, bringing vengeance to those who prey upon the defenseless.

Evil cannot hide from the gaze of Space Ghost!

Mörk Borg Receives First Action Figures from Severed Toys and Stockholm Kartell

Severed Toys and Stockholm Kartell are teaming up to bring their multi-award winning Mörk Borg roleplaying game to life with four brand new, seven-inch, fully articulated action figures, now on Kickstarter. In 2020, Mörk Borg swept Gen Con’s Ennie Awards, picking up the top gold prize for Product of the Year, Best Writing, and Best Layout and Design, along with silver in Best Game.

Stockholm Kartell’s Mörk Borg is an independent roleplaying game inspired by Black Metal music that has gained a cult following with fans and collaborators all over the world. With nearly 2,000 third-party publications supporting the game, the creative community has built the brand into one of the most successful open-license RPGs.  

Akuma Joins Street Fighter 6 on May 22

Unleash your inner demon when the one, the only, the legendary Akuma joins the Street Fighter™ 6 roster starting on May 22, across PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam! Dropping right alongside Akuma are three significant new updates:

Fight with style when Outfit 3 hits the clothing rack for all Year 1 Characters, including Rashid, A.K.I., Ed, and Akuma. Year 1 Ultimate Pass owners will automatically receive these including their colors 1-10 on May 22.

Universal Orlando Resort Reveals Exciting Collection of Experiences Debuting This Summer

This summer, Universal Orlando Resort will debut a captivating collection of new, must-see experiences that offer exciting entertainment for the whole family from day to night. The lineup of summertime adventures includes the June 14 grand opening of DreamWorks Land - the vibrant new themed environment inspired by beloved characters from DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek, Trolls and Kung Fu Panda; CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular - a riveting new nighttime lagoon show; and Hogwarts Always - an all-new castle projection show in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. And on July 3, guests will enjoy the debut of Universal’s largest daytime parade to date, Universal Mega Movie Parade.

Smurfs 3D Platformer Looks Smurfin Awesome!

Get ready to dive into the ultimate Smurf-tastic gaming experience! Microids is thrilled to announce "The Smurfs - Dreams" – developed by Ocellus Services for PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch and PC. Prepare to embark on an epic 3D platformer adventure that will transport you beyond the Smurfs' wildest imaginations!

Dark Thriller NEW LIFE Opens in Select Theaters & On Demand May 3

Brainstorm Media’s NEW LIFE, the celebrated genre-blending horror thriller from John Rosman, releases in theaters and on demand in North America on May 3.

Rosman's feature directorial debut is a character-driven story that upends traditional horror conventions through its intimate exploration of mortality. The film follows the story of a mysterious woman on the run (Hayley Erin) and the resourceful fixer assigned to bring her in (Sonya Walger). As their two stories inexorably link, the stakes of their pursuit rise to apocalyptic proportions.

Mondo's Daria and Jane Vinyl Figures

Mondo is proud to present the first-ever official, on-model DARIA figures! 

Our Daria & Jane Figure Set comes complete with an array of swappable portraits, arms and accessories to suit your darkest mood. Limited to an edition of 1000, this deluxe Limited Edition variant features exclusive extras like Daria’s classic BEAVIS AND BUTT-HEAD portrait and Jane’s look from “Dye! Dye! My Darling.” Both figures stand at 8 inches tall. 

VIZ Manga Adds Marvel Comics to Digital Subscription Service

When Marvel Comics and VIZ Media joined forces in 2022 to combine the popular characters from the Marvel Universe with Japan’s rich, unparalleled form of storytelling - manga, it became a global success. Today, VIZ Media is thrilled to announce these superhero stories have a new digital home on the VIZ Manga digital service.

VIZ Manga subscribers can look forward to reading stories featuring fan-favorite characters from popular titles, including Deadpool: Samurai, Wolverine: Snikt!, Spider-Man: Fake Red, and Marvel’s Secret Reverse.And coming Fall 2024, readers can catch up on Spider-Man: Octo-Girl, and the highly anticipated manga adaptation of X-Men: The Manga: Remastered.

TMNT: 40th Anniversary Comics Celebration Brings Back Fan-Favorite Creators

After the TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (TMNT) made their debut in a black-and-white comic by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird in 1984, the Heroes in a Half Shell went on to become a global phenomenon. Over the next forty years, countless talented people across the entertainment industry worked passionately with the beloved franchise, allowing adventures with new iterations of TMNT to consistently reach new audiences. Now, brilliant TMNT creatives from different eras are joining forces to present something truly special to fans: the TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: 40TH ANNIVERSARY COMICS CELEBRATION.

With several new stories and pinup art pieces inspired by different eras of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, this technodrome-sized issue with more than 70 pages will feature fan-favorite creatives returning to their respective eras for all-new tales. This special one-shot issue will feature new stories and pinup art from Jim Lawson, Ciro Nieli, Tristan Jones, Paul Harmon, Steve Lavigne, Andy Suriano, Ronda Pattison, Pablo Tunica, Freddie E. Williams II, Sophie Campbell, Tom Waltz, Lloyd Goldfine, Khary Randolph, Emilio Lopez, Dan Duncan, Erik Burnham, Sarah Myer, Luis Antonio Delgado, Chris Allan and more. Plus, the one and only Kevin Eastman will be contributing a story, too!