Thursday, May 30, 2024

Prime Video Orders Young Sherlock to Series with Guy Ritchie

Prime Video Young Sherlock

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.

Friday, May 24, 2024

Marvel and McFarlane Toys Collaborate on All-New Marvel Collection

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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

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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.

Sunday, May 19, 2024

Eight New DC SUPER POWERS Comic Book Variant Covers

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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.

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Neopets Announces New Master Toy Deal

Neopets 25th Anniversary

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.

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Syndicate Collectibles Conjures the Horror of Pumpkinhead

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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!