SDCC 2018: MEGO Reveals First Wave of Figures

Mego Corporation is revealing its first wave of Mego action figures, which will be available exclusively at Target this August. Fans visiting San Diego Comic-Con this past weekend were greeted by Marty Abrams and Joe Namath. Marty was on hand to unveil the first wave of figures, and give Comic-Con guests a unique opportunity to purchase a limited number of the new action figures before they launch at Target. All items were signed by Marty Abrams and Joe Namath.

Target Revives Marty Abrams MEGO Figure Lines

Mego Corporation is proud to announce the return of the ground-breaking action figure toy line, Marty Abrams presents MEGO, which will be available exclusively at Target! The first wave will include characters from hit properties like Star Trek, DC Comics and I Dream of Jeannie. Each will have a unique serial number and be produced in a limited run of 10,000.

“This has been 30 years in the making and I’m excited to give my loyal fans and their kids something new and amazing to play with,” said Martin Abrams, Co-Founder and CEO of Mego Corporation. “We wanted to recreate a line that provides that nostalgic feeling of seeing a display of action figures they had as a child, and to share that with their own children.”

Your Star Wars: Force Friday Checklist Has Arrived!

With just 2 days til the Star Wars: Force Friday madness consumes collectors of all shapes and sizes at retail stores world wide, we've joined forces with Boba Fett Fan Club, Jedi News, Jedi Temple Archives, Mint In Box, Star Wars Action News, Teekay-421 and Yakface.com to present a comprehensive checklist of everything you SHOULD be able to track down as you swarm across your toy hunting grounds!

Target Launches Star Wars "Share the Force" Memory Collection

In anticipation of “Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens,” Target has announced the launch of “Share the Force” (ShareTheForce.Target.com), the first digital collection of Star Wars memories.  The collection, which will include celebrity fans Minka Kelly, Chris Hardwick and Bobby Moynihan, will go on to be archived at Lucasfilm – becoming an everlasting example of how we’re all connected by the force.  Until now, no one has attempted to collect and capture memories from the 147 million Star Wars fans throughout the world, and Target is introducing a unique program to unite these generations of fans in a way that only Target can do.

Target's Exclusive Iron Man 2 Blu-ray

September 28th. My birthday. Also the drop date for IRON MAN 2!!!! So far it seems Target has the niftiest edition with the 3 disk Blu-ray set encased in metal, limited to 30k pieces and individually numbered! The cover features lenticular art (aka that plastic that makes the scratching noise when you scratch at it and looks all 3D when you turn it to the side) and inside you'll find Tony Stark's Hall of Armor. Drooooool. Thanks to Marvel.com for the tip! Here's the skinny on the mass retail versions...

"Iron Man 2" Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack

The "Iron Man 2" Blu-ray is presented in 1080p high definition with English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, French 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital and Brazilian Portuguese 5.1 Dolby Digital and English, English SDH, French, Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese subtitles. The DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 5.1 Surround and Spanish 5.1 Surround and English, French and Spanish subtitles. The disc breakdown is as follows:

Disc 1 (Blu-ray):

• Feature film with optional commentary by Jon Favreau (HD)
• S.H.I.E.L.D. Data Vault (HD)- Extend your knowledge of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with high-level clearance into S.H.I.E.L.D.'s digital data vault. Interact with select scenes from the movie that include new layers of graphics and insider information. View case files, dossiers, S.H.I.E.L.D. training films, tech details and more.
• Previsualization and Animatics (HD)

Disc 2 (Blu-ray):

• Ultimate Iron Man: The Making of "Iron Man 2" (HD)

• • Rebuilding the Suit-An all-encompassing look at the beginning stages of this mammoth blockbuster.
  • A Return to Action-From Marvel Studios to the streets of Monaco, Jon Favreau takes viewers through the trials and triumphs of continuing Iron Man's story.
  • Expanding the Universe-From the amazing sets of Stark Expo to Tony Stark's home and beyond, the Marvel Universe continues to unfold into new and exciting places.
  • Building a Legacy-From filming to editing, scoring and visual effects, Favreau and his team face the challenges of bringing the sequel to the big screen.

• Featurettes (HD)

• • Creating Stark Expo-A look at how the sets and computer-generated elements combine to create the massive set piece.
  • Practical Meets Digital-How the "practical" props inform the "digital" work that ultimately brings our hero to life on screen.
  • Illustrated Origin: Nick Fury -A comprehensive journey into creating one of the most mysterious and influential heroes in the Marvel Universe.
  • Illustrated Origin: Black Widow-An exciting look at the new femme fatale introduced in "Iron Man 2."
  • Illustrated Origin: War Machine-A look at the introduction of the character and how his friendship with Tony Stark resonates with fans.
  • Working with DJ AM-Jon Favreau remembers working with Adam Goldstein.

• Deleted Scenes with optional commentary by Jon Favreau (HD)

• • Alternate Opening
  • Coulson at the Senate
  • The Sub-Orbital Jet
  • Tony's Workshop (extended)
  • Natalie Wears the Gauntlet
  • Flying Party Girl
  • Mark II Security
  • Element Rediscovered (extended)

• Concept Art Gallery
• Theatrical Trailers (HD)
• Music Video: AC/DC "Shoot To Thrill"

Disc 3 (DVD):

• Feature Film
• Digital Copy

"Iron Man 2" Two-Disc DVD

The "Iron Man 2" DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 TVs with Dolby Digital English 5.1 Surround, French 5.1 Surround and Spanish 5.1 Surround and English, French and Spanish subtitles. The disc breakdown is as follows:

Disc 1:

• Feature film with optional commentary by Jon Favreau

Disc 2:

• Deleted Scenes with optional commentary by Jon Favreau

• • Alternate Opening
  • Coulson at the Senate
  • Natalie Wears the Gauntlet
  • Element Rediscovered (extended)

• Featurettes

• • Creating Stark Expo
  • Practical Meets Digital

• Music Video: AC/DC "Shoot To Thrill"
• Digital Copy

The single-disc DVD includes the feature film with commentary by Jon Favreau.