Sweet Suite 2018: Moose Toys Strikes Gold with Treasure X

OK all you toy lines where you simply rip open a foil package and get a toy. I mean...if you like that sort of simplicity, it's all fine and good. If you are looking for something a little more complex that will have your kid engaged for a nice chunk of time, who do we turn to? Moose Toys humbly says "Hold my orange Fanta and prepare for Magic." You asked for surprise toy insanity times 100??!! Here comes Treasure X!!

Sweet Suite 2018: Just Play's Hairdorables Surpise Dolls

My first thought here was "What if the Monster high ladies had super cute lil' nieces that looked a lot like them but were human?" THIS IS THAT LINE!! Well, not really, but the design aesthetic is unmistakable. Last night at Sweet Suite 2017, we got a look at Just Play's brand new doll line that's probably going to make most doll lovers hyperventilate....so pace yourself...breathe....and continue...

Sweet Suite 2018: LEGO Harry Potter Mini Figures, Sets and BrickHeadz

I LIVE!! Trampled by sugar crazed blogger children, smacked in the head with swag bags and pummeled relentlessly by New York's Summer heat, I returned home late last night, able to shout I SURVIVED ANOTHER SWEET SUITE!! With an oceanfront view, Idle Hands spent the day getting on our knees to shoot all the little plastic people, and then comically trying to get back up again so YOU, the ones we love, can see all the toys coming to stores this August and on into the Holiday Season. Let's kick off this toy parade with LEGO and our most favorite new thing to hit toy shelves next month...HARRY POTTER SETS!!!

CAPCOM Producing Monster Hunter 3D Animated Special

Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, and Pure Imagination Studios, the award-winning independent micro-studio that combines proprietary technology with groundbreaking storytelling are in production on a computer graphics animated special that will expand upon the universe of “Monster Hunter,” Capcom’s blockbuster game series. The two companies will produce and co-finance the special with Pure Imagination overseeing domestic and international sales.  Joshua Fine (“Ultimate Spider-Man” (STARZ)) wrote the special. Production will be completed this Winter and the special is expected to premiere globally in 2019.

SDCC 2018: Shout! Factory Cast Signings, Convention Exclusives & Panel News

Celebrating its 15th year at the convention, pop-culture purveyor Shout! Factory returns to San Diego Comic-Con International in 2018 with a dynamic lineup, featuring signings with cast and creators of popular television shows Mystery Science Theater 3000 and Gravity Falls, captivating panel events, a showcase of new and upcoming theatrical and home entertainment releases, new official Mystery Science Theater 3000 merchandise, Comic-Con exclusive items and engaging booth activities. Fans and convention attendees are invited to join in on the excitement at the Shout! Factory booth (#4118) on the main convention floor.

Public Image LTD. Announce 40th Anniversary Celebration

In celebration of their 40th Anniversary, JOHN LYDON’s PUBLIC IMAGE LTD (PiL) have announced THE PUBLIC IMAGE IS ROTTEN: NORTH AMERICAN TOUR, will kick off in New Orleans on Tuesday, October 9 (see below for all dates). Tickets go on-sale starting Friday, July 13 at 10:00AM local time. Further PUBLIC IMAGE LTD activity includes the release of THE PUBLIC IMAGE IS ROTTEN a career–spanning box set (out July 20) and a new documentary film of the same name, the latter of which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York and at London’s Raindance Festival. Directed by Tabbert Fiiller and released by Abramorama, the film will make its North American theatrical premiere on Friday, September 14 in New York City at Metrograph with more theatrical dates in October-November to coincide with PiL’s North American fall tour.

BEA 2018: Insight Editions Builds, Dissects and Pops-Up with Marvel, DC, Harry Potter and More

You may have noticed we are bouncing around from event to event these days! There's so much going on in our area for a site like ours, we try to take advantage of every opportunity to show you new and awesome things that will fill your geekified hearts to overflowing! Book Expo is one of those events where we love to take the entire day to wander and carefully look over everything, as not to miss a single item you'll enjoy. This year's treasure hunt revealed many excellent new titles you'll want to put on your must read list, but one publisher in particular always guarantees a full slate of killer creations. Insight Editions offers a highly imaginative selection of titles from the worlds of Harry Potter, Game of Thrones, Marvel Comics, Supernatural and more. This year, they set the bar slightly higher than usual...

SDCC 2018: Shred On War Machine's Mini Pantera Guitar Exclusives

We dive back into the San Diego Comic-Con Exclusives with War Machine Marketing, bringing us mini collectibles celebrating the raw power of Dimebag Darrell of Pantera. METAL rules all!

“I’ve been a huge PANTERA fan since 1991. Their records hold such a unique place in my heart and were there to help me through the ups and downs of life. I not only wanted to make a tribute to this band I love so much but to also honor Dimebag Darrell and his legacy in music. However, now with the passing of his brother, Vinnie Paul, we feel that this tribute is even more important than for fans. It has made what was going to be a celebration of the band and their meaning to everyone into a bittersweet tribute to the Abbott brothers,” explains CEO of War Machine Marketing, Ro Kohli.

SDCC 2018: The Her Universe Fashion Show Returns

The world’s top “geek couture” fashion event, The Her Universe Fashion Show, is celebrating its 5th anniversary this year by returning to San Diego Comic-Con International with its biggest and best show yet. Host, actress, author of “It’s Your Universe” and Her Universe Founder, Ashley Eckstein, will be debuting a very special jaw-dropping gown created by 2013 fashion show winner, Andrew MacLaine. The 5th annual Her Universe Fashion Show will take place on Thursday, July 19th, 6pm, at the Manchester Grand Hyatt Hotel in San Diego. Doors open to the public at 5:15pm.

WATCHER IN THE WOODS on DVD 9/11

The thrilling reimagining of the ’80s cult classic film comes home when Lifetime’sThe Watcher in the Woods arrives on DVD September 11 from Lionsgate. Starring Academy Award® winner Anjelica Huston (Best Supporting Actress, Prizzi’s Honor, 1985) and executive produced by Melissa Joan Hart (TV’s “Melissa & Joey”), the film tells the tale of a family that rents a countryside manor for the summer and encounters the dark past hidden by the townspeople. The Watcher in the Woods DVD will be available for the suggested retail price of $14.98.

Hotel Transylvania 3 Toys Ready For Release

We are two weeks out from the release of Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation, and with the very recent closing of Toys R Us, we suspect the distribution plans for Jazwares' toy line have been thrown into chaos. This must be extremely frustrating for the mid-sized toy company, having been the first crew to step up and give this license the full toy line it deserves. WHO KNEW ANYONE WOULD BE SAYING THAT ABOUT A MOVIE FEATURING ADAM SANDLER??!! Still, I would buy the hell out of a Happy Gilmore Funko Pop figure line...or better..a Happy plush that curses at his little ball. Heh. 

SO...where are the Hotel Transylvania toys??!! They seem to be just about ready to ship, or shipping now (which is more likely the case) with all signs pointed at Walmart for the lions share. I'd be shocked if Target didn't get in on that as well, but we'll see soon enough. For now, we can show you Jazwares in house, finished product images, following up on our UK Toy Fair pics we flashed at you a few months ago. LET'S TAKE A PEEK!!

Good Smile's Nendoroids Recruit Naruto's Gaara & Overwatch's Junkrat

Asian toy companies know what their fans want....lil kidified versions of their favorite,  badass anime and video game characters! If that character is usually homicidal, then the transformation to short emo kid makes it all the more satisfying. Good Smile Company's Nendoroids tick off all those boxes and more. This is one crew we are sure not to miss when we hit the floor at New York Comic Con, as their toy lineup is always surprising and excellently executed. Now they build up the ranks of their Nendoroid army with one psycho from Naruto...and..well..another psycho from Overwatch!

BEA 2018: Spin Master's Moonlite Innovates Story Time

Here's one that slipped right past us, but waved hello at the NY Book Expo a little while back. Inspired by her daughter's love of shadow play before bedtime, mother and former Google veteran, Natalie Rebot created Moonlite, a children's story book projector that attaches to almost any mobile phone and uses the flashlight of the phone to project vibrant story images onto the ceiling or wall. Moonlite brings storybooks to life with a modern twist on traditional storytelling that makes reading a fun and memorable event for both children and parents.

Rebot launched her initial prototype and concept on Kickstarter.com where funding goals were surpassed ten-fold, with more than 40 million views to date on the product's original video. As a result, Moonlite caught the attention of retailers, celebrities, receptive mothers and Spin Master who embraced the partnership.

SDCC 2018: Fox Readies High Stakes Buffy Vampire Hunt!

OK maybe not "high" stakes...but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to say it. ....Don't stifle my art.

To celebrate Buffy the Vampire Slayer, on Saturday, July 21st, 20th Century Fox Consumer Products invites Buffy fans on the first-ever Buffy Vampire Hunt through San Diego.  Every fan becomes a slayer as they must locate each ‘Vampire Nest’ across the Gaslamp District and throughout San Diego’s Convention Center. At each location, fans will be rewarded with a wide-range of prizes including Buffy Funko figures, posters, stickers, pins, t-shirts, comics and much more.

Full Details on the DC Streaming Service and 6 Inch Exclusive Justice League Figures

DC UNIVERSE is a first-of-its kind digital subscription service that gives fans access to exclusive content and experiences not available anywhere else. With membership, fans will enjoy all-new original live-action and animated series, classic TV series and films, a curated selection of digital comic books, breaking news, an expansive DC-centric encyclopedia, and access to exclusive merchandise. Additional fan features include opportunities to connect with others in the DC community, earn premium rewards and participate in sweepstakes and contests.