Monday, April 28, 2025

Action Horror PRIMAL GAMES Trailer Drop

PRIMAL GAMES
Uncork’d Entertainment will release the action sci-fi horror PRIMAL GAMES on Digital and On Demand on May 6, 2025.

From the producers of Army of One (starring Ellen Hollman), PRIMAL GAMES follows a newlywed couple whose honeymoon turns into a waking nightmare when they are thrust into a sadistic survival game created for the world’s thrill-seeking elite. Hunted and outnumbered, they must fight to survive and uncover the truth about the twisted reality they’ve been dragged into.

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Prime Video Acquires Popular Web Series Helluva Boss

Helluva Boss
Today, Prime Video announced at LVL UP Expo an acquisition of the wickedly popular web series Helluva Boss from the world of Hazbin Hotel. Helluva Boss has been picked up for Seasons 3 and 4. Executive Producer Vivienne Medrano also closes a “first look” deal with Prime Video. The acquisition was announced via a special animation featuring the lead characters of Hazbin Hotel and Helluva Boss respectively, and confirms for the first time that the two series exist in the same Hellaverse universe.

Thursday, April 24, 2025

John Wick BALLERINA Character Posters

Ballerina Character Poster Eve Macarro
Lionsgate dishes out a host of character posters for the "heroes and villains" and all those in the grey area of the John Wick Universe. Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas), who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.

Directed by: Len Wiseman  Written by: Shay Hatten  Based on Characters by: Derek Kolstad

Produced by: Basil Iwanyk, Erica Lee, Chad Stahelski

Cast: Ana de Armas, Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Lance Reddick, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Norman Reedus, with Ian McShane, and Keanu Reeves 

Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas)

Orphaned after her father’s murder, young Eve is taken to the Ruska Roma Ballet School, where she receives training in the art of combat. Her lessons turn her into a lethal assassin – and a formidable agent of revenge.

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

FALLOUT: SEASON ONE Coming to Blu-ray & DVD on July 8

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Based on the best-selling global video game franchise, Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment brings you the most bombastic and delightful post-apocalyptic action mission to ensure the survival of humanity with the release of Fallout: Season One on Blu-ray & DVD on July 8. A limited edition 4K UHD Steelbook will also be available exclusively at Amazon. The 4K UHD Steelbook and Blu-ray sets will both include a set of 6 Collectible Art Cards (available while supplies last). Get ready to binge all 8 episodes of the phenomenal series, plus go behind the scenes with over an hour of bonus content. Pre-order your copy today!

The series comes from Kilter Films and executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy. Nolan directed the first three episodes. Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner serve as executive producers, creators, and co-showrunners. 

Saturday, April 19, 2025

Four Horsemen Figura Obscura: GANESHA

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The latest entry into the halls of the Figura Obscura is one of the most recognizable deities in the Hindu pantheon – the elephant-headed Ganesha!

Ganesha is a brand-new “brute scale” figure from the bottom of his feet to the top of his removable crown (he stands approx 9.25" tall to that crown). He features the elephant head and 4 arms that this deity is most known for, along with premium soft goods created by the CJesim team, a number of removable bracelets and other jewelry pieces, and character specific accessories including a bowl of modaka, a parashu (axe), a pasha, bowls of fruit, and a rat. While Ganesha only includes the single head, the crown is removable and that head features articulated ears and 2 trunks – one which is pre-posed and the other which is a “bendy” trunk. He also includes a number of extra hands and a base for the figure to sit on. The set is absolutely loaded with parts that were newly created for this special release!

Thursday, April 17, 2025

First Full-Length Trailer has Dropped for SKILLHOUSE

Skillhouse
Brace yourselves for the blood-soaked social media showdown of the century! Skillhouse, the highly anticipated horror film, is set to slash its way into theatres nationwide on July 11, delivering a terrifying cinematic experience like no other.  

GenTv has joined forces with Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, to bring this groundbreaking film, directed by Josh Stolberg (writer of Saw X, Jigsaw, Piranha 3D), to the big screen. Skillhouse redefines modern horror with a deadly twist where “likes” and “going viral” are matters of life and death. 

Tactics RPG Demonschool Begins its Island Investigation Q3 2025

Demonschool
Demonschool, the school-life tactics RPG with hints of Persona, Shin Megami Tensei, and Italian horror cinema from developer Necrosoft Games and publisher Ysbryd Games (WORLD OF HORROR, VA-11 HALL-A), kicks off the first day of class on PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and Windows PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on Q3 2025, as seen during today’s Galaxies Gaming Showcase.

Thursday, April 10, 2025

Film Adaptation of Graphic Novel Series LOVE EVERLASTING in the Works at SONY

Image Comics Love Everlasting
The epic, time-bending Eisner and Harvey Award nominated graphic novel series, Love Everlasting by Eisner Award winning writer Tom King (Batman, The Vision, Mister Miracle) and fan-favorite artist Elsa Charretier (November, The Infinite Loop) will be adapted for film from Sony Pictures Entertainment. According to last week’s exclusive scoop at DEADLINE on the news, “Room helmer Lenny Abrahamson attached to direct and Jane Goldman writing the script. Emma Watts and Element’s Ed Guiney are producing.”

The Love Everlasting comic book series follows main character Joan Peterson who discovers that she is trapped in an endless, terrifying cycle of "romance." A problem to be solved, a man to marry—and every time she falls in love she's torn from her world and thrust into another teary saga. Her bloody journey to freedom and revelation is both breathtaking and groundbreaking.

Lynchian Doc I KNOW CATHERINE, THE LOG LADY Makes Hollywood Premiere 4/17

I Know Catherine, The Log Lady movie poster
History of Cool and Next Step Studios are honored to announce the April 17th Hollywood premiere of Richard Green's I Know Catherine, The Log Lady. The moving and intimate documentary is a look at the life and final performance of stage and screen actress and David Lynch collaborator Catherine Coulson.

Weeks after David Lynch announced the return, 25 years later, of his 1990 groundbreaking TV series Twin Peaks, Catherine, best known as the iconic Log Lady, learned she had terminal cancer. Not wanting to disappoint Lynch, her fans and her cast, Catherine struggled to live long enough to play the part of the Log Lady one more time before her own death days later. "The show must go on”.

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Introducing the LeBron James Kenbassadors Doll

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Mattel is thrilled to introduce LeBron James as the first doll in their Kenbassadors line. He's a true leader—an activist, philanthropist, and champion for others both on and off the court. A changemaker and tastemaker, this LeBron James Ken doll embodies his signature elevated streetwear style while proudly representing the LeBron James Family Foundation, his nonprofit dedicated to empowering inner-city youth with the tools they need to succeed in life.

KIRK HAMMETT THE COLLECTION Book Launch Spawns Live Events

The Collection Kirk Hammett

Join KIRK HAMMETT, legendary guitarist of the multi-platinum-selling and 9X GRAMMY® Award-winning band Metallica, for an intimate, live discussion that will take a deep dive into KIRK’s storied music career, and celebrate the launch of his new coffee table book, The Collection: Kirk Hammett. Tickets for the “KIRK HAMMETT The Collection: Live” book events are limited and on sale starting Friday, April 11, at 10:00 AM local time in the following cities and venues, April 25 in Toronto, Ontario at Tiff Lightbox, May 2 in Nashville, TN at Ford Theater at the Country Music Hall of Fame, May 10 in Columbus, OH at Columbus Metropolitan Library, May 24 in Philadelphia, PA at The Fillmore, on June 7 in Tampa, FL at TBD, and on June 28 in Denver, CO at TBD.

Apple TV+ Unveils Trailer for Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman in LONG WAY HOME

Apple TV Long Way Home
Today, Apple TV+ released the trailer for the eagerly awaited new season of the epic motorcycle adventure series “Long Way Home.” Executive produced by and starring Ewan McGregor alongside Charley Boorman, this 10-episode journey rekindles the duo's famed road-tripping spirit, bringing them a little closer to home this time.

Tuesday, April 8, 2025

The White Lotus: The Complete Third Season - Coming To DVD September 9th

The White Lotus: The Complete Third Season
Fans can now relive the mystery and drama when Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment brings the third season of HBO’s Emmy®-winning original series The White Lotus to DVD on September 9, 2025. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Thailand, Season 3 delivers the perfect blend of intrigue and dark comedy that fans have come to love. Prepare for a new chapter of suspense, unexpected twists, and captivating performances—because at The White Lotus, the vacation never goes as planned. Don’t miss out on all 8 episodes of The White Lotus: The Complete Third Season, packed with bonus content. Pre-order your copy today!

The White Lotus: The Complete Third Season is now available to purchase Digitally from Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, YouTube, Fandango at Home, and more. For fans who want to experience the entire journey from the beginning, The White Lotus Seasons 1-3 Bundle is also now available to purchase Digitally from AppleTV, YouTube, Fandango at Home, and more.

Red Sonja: Steampunk Legend from Boss Fight

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Introducing Red Sonja: Steampunk Legend—straight from the pages of Legenderry Red Sonja: A Steampunk Adventure Vol. 2! This all-new 1:12 scale Epic H.A.C.K.S. figure drops Red Sonja into a world of gears, grit, and steam-fueled danger.

Saturday, April 5, 2025

KAPOW! Superhero Icons Unmasked Duo Exhibition

KAPOW SUPERHERO ICONS UNMASKED Duo Exhibition
Glendale Arts is thrilled to announce KAPOW! Superhero Icons Unmasked, a dynamic duo exhibition at ace/121 Gallery featuring the bold, action-packed works of DR. SMASH! and LADRÖNN. This electrifying showcase explores superhero iconography through comic book art, watercolors, assemblages, and collage, offering an exhilarating deep dive into the genre’s visual language and cultural impact.

KAPOW! Superhero Icons Unmasked will be on view from April 5-May 3, 2025. The public is invited to meet the extraordinary artists behind the exhibition at the Opening Reception on Saturday, April 5 from 6:00-8:00pm.

Thursday, April 3, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Major Collect Unveils New Wrestling Figures and More

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By Mike Stencel @Munson1897 on Twitter & CastingCallClub

Toy Fair delivered thrilling news for wrestling fans and figure collectors as Major Collect combines hard-hitting action with nostalgia, unveiling a powerhouse lineup of new releases across their Major Stars, Major Bendies, and Big Rubber Guys lines.

Major Stars: Fully Articulated Action Figures Arrive

The biggest reveal came with Major Stars, the company’s newest line of wrestling action figures featuring articulated heads, arms, and waists. Series One kicks off with two variants of wrestling toy moguls Matt Cardona and Brian Myers, alongside all-time greats Macho Man Randy Savage and the always-unpredictable Danhausen.

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days
Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days, the side-scrolling zombie survival game from developer and publisher PikPok with more than 450,000 wishlists, arrives on PC via Steam Early Access on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. 

Set against the backdrop of a scorching Texas summer in 1980, Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days challenges survivors with taking on scavenging missions for valuable resources, scouring for potential escape routes out of the city, and staying alive one more day in a world overrun with zombies. 

YOU’LL DO BAD THINGS Rushed Back to Print

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The launch issue of the highly anticipated new horror miniseries You’ll Do Bad Things—by award-winning creator Tyler Boss (What’s The Furthest Place From Here?), rising star artist Adriano Turtulici, and lettering legend Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou—has slashed the competition and sold out completely at the distributor level. Image Comics is rushing issue #1 back to print this week due to popular demand…and not at all because a crazed, masked serial killer will come for them if they don’t. Boss, who is currently signing copies of the coveted comic at shops across the country on a signing tour, has contributed disturbingly gorgeous new cover art for the second printing.

Folk Horror THE SEVERED SUN Comes to Theaters and VOD May 16th

THE SEVERED SUN movie poster
In the heart of an isolated religious community, The Pastor delivers his fervent sermons to a devoted congregation. But dark secrets fester. In the depths of the forest, The Pastor's daughter, Magpie, takes desperate action, ending the life of her abusive husband. Little does she know, his murder will unleash a malevolent force—a mysterious beast with shimmering white eyes.

As weeks pass, suspicion and paranoia grip the community, with accusatory fingers pointed at Magpie. The Pastor struggles to restore Magpie’s dwindling faith, and he is unable to bring her back into “The Truth.” Faith is fragile, and Magpie is hell bent on rebelling against the hypocrisy of her father.

When the Beast leaves a trail of gruesome carnage, a brutal witch hunt ignites. In this gripping tale of faith, fear, and the darkness within, friendships crumble, loyalties are tested, and the community hurtles toward self-destruction.

The NAKED GUN Trailer Drops in your Unprepared Lap

The Naked Gun movie poster

At times like these, the world needs an unflinching force for good to stand before the twisted machinations of evil. To fight the good fight we call upon one man, stone faced and without fear, not because he is boundlessly courageous, but because he just doesn't know any better. It's time for a hero with no common sense at all...

Gatchaman-Ryu: Scavengers One-Shot

Mad Cave  GATCHAMAN–RYU SCAVENGERS one-shot

Mad Cave is excited to introduce their upcoming GATCHAMAN–RYU: SCAVENGERS one-shot! Written by Steve Orlando (Love is Love, Outlaw Territory), illustrated by Riccardo Robaldo (Radiant Black), and lettered by Frank Cvetkovic; This one-shot works perfectly as an easy-entry standalone, but also contributes to Mad Cave’s overall worldbuilding for the main Gatchaman series. GATCHAMAN–RYU: SCAVENGERS arrives at your LCS April 23, 2025. 

Fathom Entertainment Unveils 2025 Theatrical Lineup of Fathom’s Big Screen Classics

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Ray Nutt, Chief Executive Officer for Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide, announced today at CinemaCon®, the world’s premier showcase of theatrical exhibition hosted by the National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, the full 2025 lineup for Fathom’s popular Fathom’s Big Screen Classics series.

Wednesday, April 2, 2025

FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S 2 Teaser Trailer

FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S 2
Anyone can survive five nights. This time, there will be no second chances. 

Blumhouse’s box-office horror phenomenon Five Nights at Freddy’s, the highest-grossing horror film of 2023, begins a blood-chilling new chapter of animatronic terror. 

Based on Scott Cawthon’s blockbuster game series, Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 is directed by acclaimed returning filmmaker Emma Tammi (The Wind, Blood Moon). 

UDON Announces New Book Market Distribution Deal with Simon & Schuster

Udon Logo
Today UDON Entertainment announces that it has entered into a new book market distribution agreement with Simon & Schuster, one of the world’s premier publishers and distributors of books. This deal is effective April 1st, 2025, and marks UDON’s departure from its previous book market distribution arrangement with Diamond Book Distributors.

UDON Entertainment is one of the world’s leading publishers of officially licensed art books, manga, and comic books, specializing in video game and anime materials and classic and unique manga titles.

“We’re delighted to be working with UDON Entertainment to expand their reach and connect with more consumers around the world,” said Michael Perlman, Senior Vice President of Simon & Schuster Publishing Services.

Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Hot Toys Daredevil: Born Again 1/6th scale Figure

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Matt Murdock's day job portrays a man who fights for justice in the courtroom, but as the sun goes down, he uses his heightened senses as Daredevil, taking the law into his own hands to protect his neighborhood. The latest series, Daredevil: Born Again, is not a follow-up to where the show left off in 2018 but follows Matt Murdock’s inevitable collision course with the former mob boss Wilson Fisk as he pursues his own political endeavors in New York.

One way to make the TV experience even better is to get yourself some merch. The Hot Toys’s 1/6th scale Daredevil will remind you of this exhilarating masterpiece, with his new finely tailored suit.

Monday, March 24, 2025

Netflix Showcases AnimeJapan 2025 Highlights

Next On Netflix Anime 2025
Netflix, the world's largest video streaming service specializing in entertainment, held a Netflix Special Stage on Saturday, March 22nd at the AJ Stage of AnimeJapan 2025, the world's largest anime festival. On stage were Chiaki Kobayashi (voice of Mash from Mashle and Stark from Funeral of Frieren) from Moonrise , Chikahiro Kobayashi (voice of Saichi Sugimoto from Golden Kamuy and Shion from Hell's Paradise) and the "star" Legoshi from BEASTARS Final Season , Yu Kobayashi (voice of Sasha from Attack on Titan and Ayame Sarutobi from Gintama) from Arcane, and My Melody (favorite food: almond pound cake) from My Melody & Kuromi . The super-luxurious voice actors representing 25 years of Netflix anime gathered together to passionately talk about the appeal and behind-the-scenes stories of the works. Also on stage, a special video showing the lineup of impressive anime works that will be distributed on Netflix in 2025, including "SAKAMOTO DAYS," "Fire Force Season 3," "Blue Box," the movie "Detective Conan: Submarine of Steel," "Leviathan," "Mobile Suit Gundam: Requiem of the Revenge," "Baban Baban Baban Vampire," and more, was unveiled, along with hero art. Anime has now established itself as a popular genre on Netflix, watched by over 100 million households a year, and the momentum is showing no signs of slowing this year either!

Ben 10: The Complete Series Coming to DVD May 13

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Cartoon Network’s Emmy® Award-winning animated sci-fi series is coming to DVD for the first time ever, with the release of Ben 10: The Complete Series on May 13, 2025. Get ready to binge on all 227 episodes of the beloved series starring the alien changing Ben Tennyson on his intergalactic alien-fighting adventures, plus 2 full-length movies Ben 10: Secret of The Omnitrix and Ben 10: Destroy all Aliens. Pre-order your copy today!

Saturday, March 22, 2025

Toys As Art: MATTEL'S 80TH Anniversary Group Exhibition

Mattel Toys as Art
Downtown Los Angeles’ Corey Helford Gallery (CHG) is excited to announce its next major collaboration, Toys As Art, Art Inspired By Toys: Mattel's 80th Anniversary Group Exhibition, in partnership with Mattel Creations, Mattel, Inc.’s collaboration platform that invites artists and creators to reimagine the company’s rich intellectual properties. Set to debut on Saturday, March 15th in the Main Gallery, marking the kick-off of the legendary toy company’s year-long 80th anniversary celebration, this special event will feature new and original, one-of-a-kind artwork, inspired by Mattel’s iconic brands, from over 80 visionary artists around the globe. Full artist lineup below.

Toy Fair 2025: Super7 Unleashes a Monster-Sized Toy Fair Showcase

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By Mike Stencel @Munson1897 on Twitter & CastingCallClub // Additional Images by Jonathan Kolton

Super7 brought big nostalgia and even bigger collectibles to Toy Fair this year with an impressive lineup spanning classic monster movies, TV shows, music, and beyond!

Godzilla & Kaiju Take Over!

Super7 is going atomic with an upcoming wave of Godzilla ReAction figures, including Glow-in-the-Dark Godzilla, Glow-in-the-Dark Godzilla (Invasion of Astro Monster), Glow-in-the-Dark Moguera (1957), and Cherry Blossom Festival ‘54 figures of Godzilla and Jet Jaguar.

Friday, March 21, 2025

Shudder Celebrates Halfway to Halloween

SHADOW OF GOD on Shudder
The snow is melted and a warm breeze greets us every afternoon, which makes someone like me acutely aware of one thing. HOW LONG IT WILL BE TIL HALLOWEEN!! When you are this into horror, monsters, and supernatural vibes in general, every day is just part of a count down to the spookiest of seasons. As ambassadors of everything horror, SHUDDER is also locked in and will waste no opportunity to celebrate Halloween, and so, the half-way mark becomes a tiny holiday. We'll take what we can get.

SHUDDER celebrates Halfway to Halloween much like they celebrate every day...with great new horror film releases made available to a voracious, creep loving public. Here's what's on tap for this year's festivities...

Atomic Horrors Unleashed in NEWS FROM THE FALLOUT

Image Comics NEWS FROM THE FALLOUT
Critically acclaimed writer Chris Condon (That Texas Blood, Ultimate Wolverine), visionary artist Jeffrey Alan Love (The Last Battle At The End Of The World, The Thousand Demon Tree), and star letterer Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou are gearing up together for the stunning new sci-fi horror miniseries News from the Fallout. Condon is known for co-creating the Image Comics neo-Western crime series That Texas Blood and The Enfield Gang Massacre spinoff miniseries, which was chosen as one of The Hollywood Reporter’s “Best Comics of 2023” picks. This marks his first Image Comics series in collaboration with Love, who is making his direct market comic book debut as a series artist.

Thursday, March 20, 2025

Transform Your Comic Collection with Energon Universe Sound Chip Editions

Skybound TRANSFORMERS #1 Sound Chip Edition Cover A (Optimus Prime) (Foil Autobot Logo)
Today Skybound and Image Comics, in collaboration with leading games, IP and toy company Hasbro, announced the release of TRANSFORMERS #1 Sound Chip Edition and Void Rivals #1 Sound Chip Edition. Both will be available fall 2025, just in time for the second-ever TRANSFORMERS Day on September 17. 

When the cover to each comic is opened, fans will hear the iconic Transformers Signature Sound of the bots shifting from robot to alt mode – or vice versa, with a different sound in TRANSFORMERS #1 and in Void Rivals #1. 

“It’s been an incredible opportunity to reimagine the world of TRANSFORMERS through both our TRANSFORMERS and Void Rivals comics series in the Energon Universe, so we’re excited to celebrate those debut issues by adding two of our favorite sounds effects ever into the experience,” said Ben Abernathy, Executive Editor, Skybound. “These are the first comics in Skybound history to feature sound chips, and I couldn’t imagine a better way to Roll Out a whole new way to experience two of the most important comic book launches of the decade.” 

Friday, March 14, 2025

New Critical Role Merch By Heroes & Villains

Critical Role Merch By Heroes & Villains
Heroes and Villains, the premiere pop culture lifestyle brand, is releasing an exciting new collection for Critical Role fans tied to its Mighty Nein campaign! The brand's latest apparel assortment comes in iconic punk-inspired designs, each capturing the unforgettable characters and moments from Critical Role's notable story. 

Fans of the Mighty Nein can showcase their love for the adventurers of Exandria with a variety of stylish options, including the Mighty Nein Campaign 2 Natural Tee (MSRP: $32), the concert-inspired Mighty Nein Wildemount Tour Black Tee (MSRP: $32), and the Heroez Charcoal Tee (MSRP: $32) that honors the emotional bonds between the heroes. For colder days, they can stay warm with the cozy Mighty Nein Logo Cardigan (MSRP: $95) featuring embroidered details, or rock the rugged Mighty Nein Denim Work Jacket (MSRP: $120) with distressed denim and embroidered patches. The Mighty Nein Slouchy Beanie (MSRP: $32) provides warmth with a subtle checkered pattern and embroidered emblem, combining comfort with fandom pride.

Toy Fair 2025: Bandai Builds Your Pokemon World

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You wana be the very best, like no one ever was? Well in addition to your preferred POKEMON collection..be they cards, plush or figures, you've no doubt been tempted to buy a killer collectible of your favorite pocket monsters. Do you like the simplicity and randomness of gashapon or the hyper detail of a collection figure with translucent elements reflecting your lil guy's power set? Whatever your poison, this world offers no shortage of pokemon collectibles in every price range. ENTER BANDAI who figured fans would love another way to catch em all...and build em first! 

Just like the Pokemon themselves, Bandai's model kits range from quick and simple to complex and detailed. Let's take a look at what Bandai had on display at NY Toy Fair 2025...

Thursday, March 13, 2025

Record of Ragnarok Ⅲ Teaser Trailer

RECORD OF RAGNAROK season 3
Get ready for the third season of Record of Ragnarok, based on the popular manga that has sold over 18 million total copies. Created by Azychika (art), Shinya Umemura (story), and Takumi Fukui (story structure) and serialized in Monthly Comic Zenon by Coamix, it has won numerous manga awards, including the Kono Manga ga Sugoi! 2019 for male readers, the National Bookstore Employees’ Recommended Comics of 2019, and the 2nd Manga News Prize.

New Clip from Hulu Original Movie CONTROL FREAK

Hulu Control Freak
Directed and written by Shal Ngo, known for his work on "The Park," "The Box," and "The Last Fisherman," "Control Freak" introduces a chilling narrative: A motivational speaker is tormented by an unrelenting itch on the back of her head.

Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Masters of the Universe Expand With Cartoon Theme and Thundercats Crossover

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By Mike Stencel @Munson1897 on Twitter & CastingCallClub


Mattel is proving that the power of Grayskull is stronger than ever! The Masters of the Universe Origins Cartoon Collection continues to grow with fan-favorite characters straight from the classic He-Man and the Masters of the Universe and She-Ra: Princess of Power animated series, while a surprising MOTU x Thundercats crossover delivers a nostalgic fusion of two legendary ‘80s toy lines.

Launching in Fall 2025, this wave of Origins figures blends vintage aesthetics with modern articulation, bringing the magic of Saturday morning cartoons to life like never before!

Dragon's Lair: The Legend (1991) Re-Releases on Game Boy

Dragon's Lair for Game Boy
Retro publisher Incube8 Games and development studio Elite are thrilled to announce the re-release of Dragon's Lair: The Legend for the Nintendo Game Boy. First released in 1991, Dragon's Lair: The Legend returns to handheld gaming in its original form, offering a chance for new players and longtime fans to experience the timeless adventure of Dirk the Daring. Dragon's Lair: The Legend will be released in Complete-in-Box and Digital Edition formats; pre-orders are open, shipping in April.

Retro-a-go-go Conjures The Old Witch from EC Comics

Retro-a-go-go EC Comics The Old Witch
Join me, kiddies as we climb down into the dark, damp bowels of the crypt to dig up a new creation! Light a candle so we can gaze our bloodshot eyes over the latest addition to the Creep-tastic line of 5.5” highly fascinating masterpieces! Behold: it’s the “Old Witch”, a nauseating tribute to our favorite GhouLunatic from the classic EC Horror Comics of the 1950’s- (but have almost never been out of re-print!)

New Blood and Makeship Unleash Exclusive ULTRAKILL Plush Toy Collectibles

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Fans of ULTRAKILL, the critically acclaimed fast-paced FPS, are in for an electrifying treat as Makeship partners with New Blood Interactive to launch a series of exclusive collectible campaigns. The first campaign, featuring the highly anticipated Gabriel Plush, goes live today, with two more characters currently in the final stages of development.

“At Makeship, we love working with brands that have such passionate and dedicated communities,” said Graeme Bissett, Director of Marketing at Makeship. “This collaboration with ULTRAKILL was meticulously crafted to ensure that each character truly resonates with the creative direction of New Blood Interactive.”

Monday, March 10, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Mattel Digs Into A Minecraft Movie

Toy Fair 2025 Mattel Minecraft 18
By Mike Stencel @Munson1897 on Twitter & CastingCallClub

Calling all Minecraft miners, mob-slayers, and master builders—Mattel is taking the Overworld into the real world with a brand-new toy line inspired by A Minecraft Movie! Dropping in Spring, this collection packs in all the pixelated charm of the beloved game, offering action figures, cuddly plush, and role-play gear to let fans mine, craft, and adventure beyond the screen. Partnering with Microsoft, Mattel has made sure every blocky detail stays true to the game’s signature aesthetic, creating a lineup that’s equal parts nostalgic and next-level.

Sunday, March 9, 2025

VIZ Media Announces BLACK TORCH Anime in Production

VIZ Black Torch Anime
VIZ Media officially announced today at its Emerald City Comic Con panel that the highly anticipated TV anime adaptation of BLACK TORCH, the action-packed manga by Tsuyoshi Takaki, is in production. Originally serialized in Jump SQ. and Shonen Jump+ from 2017 to 2018, BLACK TORCH quickly gained popularity across Japan and international markets. Now, fans can look forward to seeing the world of ninjas and mononoke come to life on screen.

Saturday, March 8, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: NECA's Newest Horrors with Beetlejuice, Terrifier, Chucky & More

Toy Fair 2025 NECA Child's Play 02
By Mike Stencel @Munson1897 on Twitter & CastingCallClub

Additional Pictures by Jonathan Kolton & Meghan Lee

NECA Unveils Horror Mayhem with New Chucky Blind Boxes, Terrifier and Howling Ultimates, and Killer Beetlejuice Collectibles!

Just when you thought Chucky was finally gone, NECA proves once again that good guys never die... they just get more terrifyingly detailed! At Toy Fair 2025, NECA revealed a new wave of blind box Chucky action figures, bringing the killer doll back to life in all his horrifying glory.

Friday, March 7, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Jada Hunts Monsters with Scooby-Doo

Toy Fair 2025 Jada Toys Scooby-Doo Group Shot 1
Scooby-Doo...WHERE ARE YOU??!! The cracked-voice yell echoes in my adult brain to this day after years logged watching the exploits of Mystery Incorporated as a kid. One might consider Scooby the gateway drug for horror fans! Despite the iconic, instantly recognizable characters and literal years worth of cartoons, the Scooby gang hasn't gotten much love from the toy industry, but Jada is about to change all that and nail down the perfect figures straight out of the gate. Wave 1 is up for pre-order now, with Shaggy, The Mummy and The Creeper leading the spine-chilling charge. Let's take a good long look before we throw money at the screen...

Thursday, March 6, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Diamond Select's Mighty Marvel Lineup

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When someone tries to bait you into a heated conversation about your personal geekdom and starts with "Which super hero stuff do you like?" Tell them BOTH KINDS! The Marvel Movies ANNNND the Marvel Comics! Their head will explode. Diamond Select has had their Marvel license for more than a minute and knows exactly what you want to buy..the characters..the format..the scenario..they've got it all locked down. This year's lineup at NY Toy Fair included animated-style statues from Scottie Young art, classic animated busts from the X-Men and Spider-Man cartoon series, diorama statues that slide together to complete a scene, and of course a healthy dose of DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE!! Let's dive in...your money isn't going to spend itself...

Toy Fair 2025: NECA, Bandai, and BigMouth Inc. Celebrate 50 Years of Jaws

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By Mike Stencel @Munson1897 on Twitter & CastingCallClub

It’s been 50 years since Jaws first terrorized audiences, and at New York Toy Fair 2025, some of the biggest names in collectibles,  toys, and floatations are making sure the Great White legend lives on! With NECA’s ultra-detailed figures, BigMouth Inc.’s thrilling pool floats, and Bandai’s immersive bath bomb experience, Jaws fans have plenty of ways to celebrate 50 years of shark-infested fun.

Wednesday, March 5, 2025

Toy Fair 2025: Trick or Treat Sculpts Questionable GWAR Parts

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And the Earth belched and split open, spilling liquid hot magma upon the once lush field of daisies, and from this newly formed chasm emerged a dark figure...crawling...scratching...snarling. Pulling itself onto two monstrous legs and lifting its mutated head toward the heavens to curse a vengeful god it bellowed just ..one..word. GWARRRRRR!!! And then I went to see them play with the Dickies once, spur of the moment, in some abysmal place like Connecticut or DELAWARE and I swear they used fruit juices instead of the usual tasteless fake bloods and we tasted each other as the streams soaked us to our ragged bones. And it was a good night. Anyway, Trick or Treat Studios are FINALLY making the GWAR action figures we deserve and they were on display at NY Toy Fair 2025...

Toy Fair 2025: Funko Expands the Bitty Pop Universe with Bitty City

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By Mike Stencel @Munson1897 on Twitter & CastingCallClub

Funko just took tiny collecting to a much bigger level with the debut of Bitty City at New York Toy Fair! Expanding on the wildly popular Bitty Pop! toy line, Bitty City lets fans collect, build, and customize their own miniature Funko world, complete with stackable buildings, roads, rides, and scenic backdrops from their favorite franchises.

KIRBYVISION: Jack Kirby Documentary Announced

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Acclaimed documentary film director, Ricki Stern (“Joan Rivers: A Piece of Work,” “UFOs: Investigating the Unknown”), has set her sights on “Kirbyvision” – a feature length documentary telling the complete and fascinating story of legendary artist, storyteller, and creator, Jack Kirby. Dan Braun and Josh Braun (“The Andy Warhol Diaries”, the Emmy-winning “Wild Wild Country”) will produce under their Submarine Deluxe production banner, a wholly owned subsidiary of Submarine, alongside Mike Cecchini, Ron Fogelman, and Chris Longo.

Toy Fair 2025: Polyphony Unleashes Garbage Pail Kids, My Pet Monster & More

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By Mike Stencel @Munson1897 on Twitter & CastingCallClub

For those of you craving 80s nostalgia, Polyphony debuted its initial wave of blind box Garbage Pail Kids vinyl collectibles at the New York Toy Fair. For the first series, collectors will have a chance of opening one of seven delightfully disgusting mystery figures including GPK mascot Adam Bomb, bubblegum popping Joe Blow, the self-inflicting siamese twins Double Heather, fire starter Fryin’ Ryan, along with Sheepish Seth, Smelly Sally, and Pete Seat. Expect to see these figures on shelves later this year. No word on whether each figure will come with its own trading card - a mystery as juicy as a pack of 1985 gum!