June 2008 New Toys — Action Figures

Series 6: Superman Action Figure by DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS

The figures in the Series 6 line is based on the story arc “Enemies Among Us.” The articulated Superman action figure stands 6-3/4” tall and comes with a display base, packaged on a clamshell 4/C blister card. Launch date: November 5, 2008. 4/7/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Series 6: Batman Action Figure by DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS

The figures in the Series 6 line is based on the story arc “Enemies Among Us.” The articulated Batman action figure stands 6-3/4” tall and comes with a display base, packaged on a clamshell 4/C blister card. Launch date: November 5, 2008. 4/7/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Women of the DC Universe Series 2: Cheetah Bust by DIAMOND COMIC DISTRIBUTORS

Cheetah is one of Wonder Woman’s deadliest foes. This cold-cast porcelain bust of Cheetah measures approximately 5-1/2”H x 2-1/2”W x 4”D. It is packaged in a four-color box. Launch date: April 2008. 4/7/2008 (Price: $49.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Harry Potter Hogwarts Express Wooden Sign by NECA

This wooden sign is a replica of the famous sign for the magical Hogwarts Express, from J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” series. Launch date: May 2007. 4/3/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bruce Lee by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The 12” articulated figure depicts martial arts master Bruce Lee dressed in authentic costume. The limited edition figure is designed on a 1:6 scale and comes with interchangeable hands, a figure stand and a beautiful display box. 4/3/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Western Mickey by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The vinyl collectible figure depicts Mickey dressed in cowboy gear, as he appeared in the 1934 classic, “Two-Gun Mickey.” 4/3/2008 (Price: $37.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jack Sparrow Cosbaby by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The 3” poseable figure features removable accessories and articulation in the head, shoulders and legs. Will Turner, Davy Jones and Sao Feng versions are also available. 4/3/2008 (Price: $6.50) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pirate Cheshire Cat by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The 8” collectible vinyl figure depicts the likeness of the Cheshire Cat from Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland,” with a pirate twist. The cat comes in its own custom-designed box. 4/3/2008 (Price: $99.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

James Dean - Cowboy Version by SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES

The 12” limited-time, collectible figure depicts legendary Hollywood actor James Dean. The figure comes with amazing details, full articulation and plenty of accessories, including fabric clothes, a cowboy hat, a cigarette and a leather-like belt with buckle. Launch date: 2nd Qtr 2008 4/3/2008 (Price: $114.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Bakugan Battle Brawlers - Starter Pack by SPIN MASTER TOYS

Bakugan is a strategic card game played with magnetic, spring-loaded marbles that transform into robots. The game spawned an animated series on Cartoon Network, Bakugan Battle Brawlers, which debuted on February 24, 2008, according to Wikipedia. Launch date: February 2008.
— Barbara Vininsky, owner of Blossom & Harry in Montreal, Canada, said in early 2008 that this is her hottest item by far: "It's out of control; I've never seen anything like it." Boys 6 to 9 are snatching it up as fast as she can order, even though her store specializes in clothing and she rarely has hot toys for boys.
— Two of 63 retailers named Bakugan when asked about their overall best-selling toy in September 2008. Tim Hayes, owner of Learning Express in Sudbury, Mass., told TDmonthly in November 2008 that his store sells 500 to 600 units of Bakugan monthly. “We’ve been very fortunate in having shipments,” he said.
— David Marks, owner of Learning Express of Westport in Westport, Conn., lauded Bakugan for its wide range of appeal. "I've been in this business for 13 years and I've never seen a product appeal to kids as young as 5 and as old as 13," he told TDmonthly. ( Watch Video) 4/3/2008 (Price: $14.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Keyheads City™ Police Station by LITTLE TIKES INC.

Kids capture the bad guy, throw him into the police wagon and then send him up the elevator to jail. However, the bad guy can escape through the floor or gate, setting off another wild chase. Additionally, inserting the Keyheads into the key slots on the vehicles will set off exciting action and electronic sounds. All Keyhead characters are interchangeable. 3/25/2008 (Price: $14.99)

Star Wars Motorized Walking AT-AT™ by LEGO

When assembled, the All-Terrain Armored Transport (AT-AT) measures over 12” x 14” and is capable of walking forward and backward and moving its head up and down, using the power functions system. The 1,137-piece set includes an opening cockpit, rotating laser cannons, an AT-AT pilot, General Veers, a snow trooper and a rope- and light saber-equipped Luke Skywalker.
— In a late Spring 2011 survey, four out of 12 retailers surveyed said that LEGO Star Wars sets were their best-selling licensed products. six out of 12 mentioned Star Wars in general as being their best-selling licensed property.
— As of 05/12/2011 this product had 3.6 out of 5 stars from 5 reviews on Amazon.com. Cons: Fragile once assembled; does not come with numbered bags, unlike most LEGO sets.
—  “Star Wars is big right now. We sell one or two units of … LEGO every day,” Gary Timmerding, manager of Johnny’s Toys in Covington, Ky., told TDmonthly in April 2008.
— In spring 2008, 16 of 50 retailers singled out LEGO as their best-selling construction toy; four specified Star Wars. 3/24/2008 (Price: $129.99)

Toa Lewa by LEGO

The set’s 52 pieces assemble to create battle-ready Lewa, armed with a fully functional Midak Skyblaster, a razor-sharp sword, wing blades, a Mask of Levitation and a high-tech jet pack. The figure stands 7-1/2” tall. 3/24/2008 (Price: $9.99)

Shrek® Strech N' Scream by MGA ENTERTAINMENT

The 14” tall action figure can bend, stretch and stand on his own two feet. He even speaks when he is being stretched. 3/20/2008 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Marvel Super Hero Squad 4-Pack by HASBRO INC.

The four-figure set includes Spider-Man, Punisher, Ghost Rider and Elektra. Each collectible super hero is specially stylized. 3/19/2008 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Boxing Grannies by BLUW

Each granny stands 11-1/2 cm tall. Simply press the buttons and watch the grannies throw jabs, right hooks and uppercuts at each other. Each figure comes with articulated arms and is controlled by separate buttons. ( Watch Video) 3/17/2008 (Price: $18.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Motorhead Miniatures - Rub Out #690 Set of 4 by M & D INTERNATIONAL

Each of the four figures in the diorama-perfect set is modeled on a 1:32 scale. The car is not included. Launch date: Fall 2008. 3/17/2008 (Price: $30.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe – Coronation by TONNER DOLL COMPANY

Part of the Tonner Character Figures collection, each Pevensie-sibling replica stands between 13” and 19” tall. Each is dressed in intricately detailed coronation clothes, ranging from molded crown, hand-embroidered details and luxurious fabrics. Each doll is made of hard plastic and vinyl and features hand-painted facial details and 14 points of articulation. 3/12/2008

The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by TONNER DOLL COMPANY

Part of the Tonner Character Figures collection, each Pevensie-sibling replica stands between 13” and 19” tall. Each is dressed in intricately detailed clothes, ranging from real buttons to lace-up shoes to custom-knit sweaters. Each doll is made of hard plastic and vinyl and features hand-painted facial details and 14 points of articulation. 3/12/2008

Deluxe Shell Shiftin' Figure - Mike by PLAYMATES TOYS INC.

Mike comes with articulated joints and a developed exoskeleton armor that transforms from a free standing, motor driven robot to a free rolling, motor driven vehicle. Four different exoskeleton armor robots are available, and each with its own Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle action figure. Launch date: 2008. 3/10/2008 (Price: $24.99)