The Doctor VS The Terminator

Paramount Pictures and Skydance Productions announced today that “Doctor Who” star Matt Smith will join the cast of the upcoming “TERMINATOR” reboot.

Smith will play a new character with a strong connection to John Connor, alongside Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jason Clarke, Emilia Clarke, Jai Courtney, J.K. Simmons, Dayo Okeniyi and Byung Hun Lee.

Doctor Who Series 7 on DVD & Blu-ray September 24th

BBC Home Entertainment releases all thirteen blockbuster episodes from the seventh series of the iconic sci-fi series Doctor Who on Blu-ray and DVD on September 24, 2013 (click here to pre-order for 22% off!) In addition, the set collects the 2011 and 2012 Christmas Specials, and exciting bonus features including behind-the-scenes featurettes, “Doctor Who at Comic Con”, the BBC AMERICA specials “The Companions” and “Doctor Who in the US,” and more. These latest adventures test the Eleventh Doctor (Matt Smith) and prove that even a madman with a box needs help sometimes.

Say farewell to the Ponds all over again. Meet the enigmatic Clara for the first time - and the second, and the third. Face enemies new and old, follow the Doctor to the one place he should never go, and learn the secret to a really great soufflé. With a cliffhanger ending that will leave fans breathless, this set arrives just in time to catch up before the Doctor Who 50th Anniversary Special on November 23, and the Doctor’s regeneration in this year’s Christmas Special.

Doctor Who Series 7 Part 1 Reviewed

And so we come to the end of the road for our dear Ponds and welcome a new companion for The Doctor....soon enough. For now, through the magic of DVD, we can relive those final Pond adventures with the first half of Series 7!

This set includes:

Doctor Who Mini-Sode "Good as Gold"

...As written by the children of Ashdene School

Doctor Who Actors Meet Their Minis

As they draw closer to a release date, Big Chief Studios met with Matt Smith and Karen Gillan (the Doctor and Amy Pond, natch') to snap some shots of the duo with their 12 inch action figure counterparts.

For those new to the line, here's the skinny from Big Chief from their initial product announcement...

BIG Chief Studios Ltd. is proud to announce a licensing deal with BBC Worldwide to produce a range of high-end collector 1:6 scale figures and 1:4 scale mixed media statues, based on the flagship TV series Doctor Who. The agreement includes rights for both the current series starring Matt Smith as the Eleventh Doctor and the classic series’, from the very first Doctor William Hartnell, through to David Tennant.

Initial product offerings will include highly detailed 1:6 scale versions of the Doctor (Matt Smith) and his companion Amy Pond (Karen Gillan). Both figures will be fully articulated for maximum poseability and will feature authentic hand-painted character portraits, finely tailored costuming, signature accessories and themed display bases. To complete the first wave, other popular characters including Rory Williams and River Song will be released.

Key monsters and aliens from the hit TV series will also be released. Additionally themed 1:6 scale dioramas depicting the sets from the show will be introduced for collectors to create displays for their figures.

The Definitive Edition 1:4 scale mixed media statues utilize a blend of non-articulated, pre-posed figurines with authentic character portraits, fabric costuming and themed display bases. Select statues will also include light-up display features. These museum grade pieces will be the ultimate collectible for fans of the Time Lord.












Mark Andrews at Big Chief Studios commented on the meeting and photo shoot...

"Both Matt and Karen were amazing, we have had the pleasure of meeting them both separately before, but together their chemistry is electric. Matt is a whirlwind of enthusiasm and he positively gushed about the figure. Karen too was really complimentary and so happy to see her figure, as she had only previously seen the final head sculpt. They were blown away by the detail in the costumes and of course their portraits. Matt kept saying "I pull that face don't I, that's me isn't it." the crew members with them were equally complimentary. In fact they even asked whether the shot on the back of the pack was of Matt and could not believe it when I informed them it was of the figure. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Matt and Karen and the crew on set for their valuable time. Also huge thanks to Sarah and Edward for organizing the meeting. "

BIG Chief will begin offering the first two character releases in Q2 2012, both direct to consumer via their dedicated website and through select hobby and specialist retailers.

CLICK HERE for our super packed article on the line with interviews, images and expansion pack info!

Big Chief's 12 Inch Doctor Who Figure: The11th Doctor

When we last heard from Big Cheif Studios, they were rocking the geek world with their announcement of high-end collector 1:6 scale figures and 1:4 scale mixed media statues for the entire Doctor Who-niverse! Now they jump back into the fires of dorkdom in the midst of Pre- San Diego Comic Con chaos to grab a bit of the spotlight for their newest creation...the 11th Doctor, Matt Smith!











BIG Chief Studios are proud to preview the final approved 1:6 scale portrait of the Eleventh Doctor, played by Matt Smith, from the flagship BBC TV series Doctor Who.

The highly authentic sculpt captures the Doctor in a pensive moment in the most minute detail. Each hand-painted head features subtle skin tones, highly realistic eyes and life-like hair.

I think I speak for everyone when I say.....wow. For those worried they will find it hard to find these excellent UK created plastics, I mentioned previously it is very likely Sideshow will pick up the ball here and run with it. In fact, I'd be shocked all to hell if they didn't! Keep watching for more news as it drops.

Big Chief Studios' Doctor Who Figures

As Who mania just begins to really explode in the states, Big Chief Studios announce a new line of 12" Doctor Who action figures and environments as well as a line of 18 inch mixed media statues. Here's the press bits...

BIG Chief Studios Ltd. is proud to announce a licensing deal with BBC Worldwide to produce a range of high-end collector 1:6 scale figures and 1:4 scale mixed media statues, based on the flagship TV series Doctor Who. The agreement includes rights for both the current series starring Matt Smith as the Eleventh Doctor and the classic series’, from the very first Doctor William Hartnell, through to David Tennant.

Initial product offerings will include highly detailed 1:6 scale versions of the Doctor (Matt Smith) and his companion Amy Pond (Karen Gillan). Both figures will be fully articulated for maximum poseability and will feature authentic hand-painted character portraits, finely tailored costuming, signature accessories and themed display bases. To complete the first wave, other popular characters including Rory Williams and River Song will be released.

Key monsters and aliens from the hit TV series will also be released. Additionally themed 1:6 scale dioramas depicting the sets from the show will be introduced for collectors to create displays for their figures.

The Definitive Edition 1:4 scale mixed media statues utilize a blend of non-articulated, pre-posed figurines with authentic character portraits, fabric costuming and themed display bases. Select statues will also include light-up display features. These museum grade pieces will be the ultimate collectable for fans of the Time Lord.

BIG Chief will begin offering the first two character releases in Q4 2011, both direct to consumer via their dedicated website and through select hobby and specialist retailers.

BIG Chief directors Mark Andrews and Tony Leetham said, “We are extremely proud and excited that BBC Worldwide has granted us these rights on such a key and prestigious brand. Everyone in the BIG Chief team are dedicated fans of Doctor Who, committed to delivering great collectable products, which not only celebrates the incredible new series, but also the long heritage of the franchise.”

Richard Hollis, Head of UK Licensing at BBC Worldwide comments: ”Providing unique products for the dedicated fans of Doctor Who is a priority for us, and we are delighted that Big Chief are on board to offer these high-quality and very special sculptures. They are a company who really understand this market and will complement our existing fan ranges perfectly.”

Quick Note: This IS a UK press release, but I suspect that won't stop a company like Sideshow from carrying both formats. They already carry Medicom and Hot Toys and they know a hot property when they see it!