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Sex Pistols, Big Bang Theory and Hangover Pop! coming from Funko (and some Wacky Wobblers, too)

MattG — Thu, 17 May 2012 04:18:25 +0000

Have you noticed how big Pop! vinyl have become – they’re everywhere! Not only is that awesome, but there’s no signs of them slowing down. Funko sent out a quick email today announcing some upcoming Pop! vinyl and wacky wobblers.

To kick things off, from the hit CBS sitcom ‘The Big Bang Theory’ comes a 5-pack of mini (3″)Wacky Wobblers which collects the whole cast in one box of bobbling fun.

On the Pop! vinyl side, June 28th brings the newest addition to the Pop! Rocks line with the pioneers of punk – the Sex Pistols. Johnny Rotten, Sid Vicious and Steve Jones are all getting the Pop! treatment. A few weeks later, the 5th of July, see Pop! vinyl releases of Sheldon Cooper of ‘Big Bang Theory’ and ‘Alan & Carlos’ from the Hangover. Images of all these new pieces are below. Enjoy!

DVD News – Hit AMC Series ‘Hell on Wheels’ gets Blu-Ray, DVD release

MattG — Thu, 17 May 2012 01:57:34 +0000

Currently the #2 show on AMC, ‘Hell on Wheels’ is the story of a former Confederate soldier’s quest to avenge the murder of his wife and son, which leads him to the settlement that follows the construction of the transcontinental railroad. This contemporary western stars Anson Mount, Common, Colm Meaney and others. Season 1 of the show has just been released on DVD and Blu-Ray, and is available online ($18 for DVD or $22 for Blu-Ray on Amazon now) or at a fine retailer near you. After the jump, read a longer synopsis of the story, full cast and special feature description.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Credited for “helping to modernize the Western genre” when it premiered in 2011, Hell on Wheels centers on former Confederate soldier Cullen Bohannon (Anson Mount), whose quest for vengeance has led him to the Union Pacific Railroad’s westward construction of the first transcontinental railroad. Currently reigning as the #2 rated show on AMC (with a series premiere that was the second highest rated AMC debut of all time), it is episodic TV at its very best. And before Season Two rolls into town this fall, home viewers can catch up on all the frontier drama in this star-studded smash with HELL ON WHEELS: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON, arriving on DVD and blu-ray this May, only from Entertainment One.

“Hell on Wheels” tells the epic story of post-Civil War America, focusing on a soldier who sets out to exact revenge on the Union soldiers who have killed his wife. His journey takes him west to Hell on Wheels, a dangerous, raucous, lawless melting pot of a town that travels with and services the construction of the railroad, an engineering feat unprecedented for its time. The lavishly-produced series documents the railroad’s engineering and construction, as well as institutionalized greed and corruption, the immigrant experience and the plight of newly emancipated African-Americans during Reconstruction. Chronicling this potent turning point in our nation’s history, this fan favorite series shows just how uncivilized the business of civilization can be across 10 absorbing episodes.

Developed by Endemol USA and produced by Entertainment One and Nomadic Pictures, Hell on Wheels is created, written, and executive-produced by Joe and Tony Gayton (Faster, Uncommon Valor, The Salton Sea, Bulletproof).

CAST

Anson Mount (City by the Sea, Cook County, “Line of Fire”)
Common (Just Wright, Date Night)
Colm Meaney (The Conspirator, Get Him to the Greek)
Dominique McElligott (Moon, The Philanthropist)
Ben Esler (The Pacific)
Tom Noonan (“Damages”, The House of the Devil,
Phil Burke (Mercy)
Eddie Spears (Into the West)
Wes Studi (“Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee”, Heat)

BONUS PROGRAMMING

“Recreating the Past: The Making of Hell on Wheels”
“Crashing a Train: From Concept to Camera”
Seven “Making-of” Featurettes
Ten “Inside the Episode” Featurettes
Seven Character Featurettes
Behind-the-Scenes Footage

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Type: BD/DVD (3 Discs)

Catalog #: (BD) EOE-BD-7217/(DVD) EOE-DV-7128

Running Time: 450 minutes + extras

Genre: Western/TV

Rated: N/A

Aspect Ratio: (BD) 1080p High Definition/(DVD) 16×9 (1.78:1)

Audio: (BD) DTS-HD Master Audio/(DVD) 5.1 Surround Sound

Language: English w/SDH Subtitles

For the latest breaking news on HELL ON WHEELS other releases, follow Entertainment One on Twitter: http://twitter.com/eOneHomeVideo

SDCC Dragon Ball Son Gohan (Special Color Edition) from S.H. Figuarts

MattG — Thu, 17 May 2012 00:08:00 +0000

A second SDCC exclusive from S.H. Figuarts is the Super Saiyan Son Gohan San Diego Comic-con Special Color edition. Perfect for the Dragon Ball fan, this figure includes a cape, multiple faces, interchangeable hand parts and the ability to switch to Super Saiyan 2, this version features intense shadow effect skin coloring and portrays the special bold purple uniform received from Piccolo and worn during Son Gohan’s fight in the Cell Games. Priced at just $30, this 4.5″ figure is likely going to fly out of the convention hall. Check out a gallery below and for more information on Tamashii Nations products go to http://www.facebook.com/Tamashii.USA or http://www.twitter.com/TamashiiNations

Novo Geek offers 4GB Battlestar Galactica memory stick

MattG — Tue, 15 May 2012 00:35:00 +0000

After launching last week, The Novo Geek have a really cool product available this week – 4GB Battlestar Galactica USB drive. Priced at $44.95, this drive is available only at TheNovoGeek.com. You’ll need to act fast – this drive is only available for a week, then a new product launches. Check it out below.

Four Horsemen announced SDCC exclusive Outer Space Men

MattG — Mon, 14 May 2012 03:51:11 +0000

For a third consecutive year, the Four Horsemen will be offering an Outer Space Men debut as their 2012 SDCC exclusive. This year they are offering a pair of figures (Orbitron & Gemini) and their first OSM deluxe – Cyclops. While the details aren’t explicit yet – it is likely that they will be offered at the Action Figures XPress booth. Check out the image below.

SDCC 2012 exclusives from Furry Feline

MattG — Sun, 13 May 2012 22:11:48 +0000

Got some exciting news from the folks over at Furry-Feline.com, a relatively new maker of plush toys – complete with their own fiction and universe. This year they are making their SDCC debut with 2 convention exclusives – Puffridge Dragon and Dragon Master Ringo. Both are completely hand made from fleece. You’ll be able to find Furry Feline at the show in the small press area – table N14. Check out these pieces below.

Star Trek Kreons

MattG — Fri, 11 May 2012 20:48:00 +0000

After the toy fair announcement that Hasbro picked up the Star Trek liscense – there was very limited information on what to expect. With a few months past, and principal filming complete on Star Trek 2, the first image of Star Trek Kreons has shown up online – so I’d say its a safe bet we can expect a Kre-O Enterprise. Enjoy!

S.H. MonsterArts Godzilla “Comic-con Explosion” SDCC exclusive announced

MattG — Fri, 11 May 2012 19:20:51 +0000

Tamashii Nations, Bandai Japan’s collectors label, sent out the official news release on the “Godzilla (Comic-con Explosion) S.H. MonsterArts figure. The 6inch tall (15 inches long, nose to tail) features a fiery color scheme derived from the 1994 movie “Godzilla vs. Space Godzilla”. This high-end collectors figure features 29 points of articulation for ultimate Godzilla poseability. The box art, by prominent Japanese artist Yasushi Torisawa, features Godzilla rampaging the San Diego Convention Center, home of Comic-con (just like the incredible diorama on display at last year’s show!). This great looking figure will be available at the Bluefin booth and will be priced at $55.

You can learn more about Tamashii Nations on their facebook page ( www.facebook.com/Tamashii.USA) and their Twitter (www.twitter.com/TamashiiNations). On their facebok page now they are holding an S.H. Monster Arts survey to help determine future releases and the direction to take the Monster Arts line. Be sure to check that out, and check out the pictures of Godzilla below!

Multiverse Studio Releases Street Fighter Bobble Budds

MattG — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:59:30 +0000

Are you a fan of Street Fighter? How about bobble budds? Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Street Fighter, Multiverse Studio is releasing a series of 3.5 inch tall bobble heads which feature an exclusive bobble locking mechanism for optimal functionality and display. The initial assortment will feature 4 world warriors to collect: Ryu, Chun-li, Sagat, and Blanka, with subsequent characters rolling out later this year. You can find these at Entertainment Earth – and check out pics below!

First two Quantum Mechanix SDCC 2012 exclusives revealed

MattG — Thu, 10 May 2012 23:53:59 +0000

Quantum Mechanix, makers of high quality screen-accurate replicas, collectibles, apparel and artwork have announced the first two SDCC exclusives for this year – from Firefly the Little Damn Heroes Maquette of Shepherd Book and from Battlestar Galactica, the Admiral Adama Animated Maquette.

The 4.5″ maquette of Derrial Book captures his dual nature – Bible in one hand with a shotgun behind his back. This is a limited edition with just 1,000 pieces being produced. The waitlist of this product is now open and it is priced at $39.95.

The other announced exclusive is a 1:10-scale maquette (5.9″ tall) of Admiral Adama in an animated style. He is standing on a circular base featuring the phoenix emblem of the Galactica. This piece is also limited to just 1000 pieces and is priced at $59.95.

Check out images of both pieces below!