These have have been available from Planet Replicas for a while, but I’ve only just seen them thanks to a couple of social media posts. If you order now, you might just get a personalised Judge badge in time for Christmas… Read More ›
Merchandise
Signature Publishing Launches New Transformers Title
Signature Publishing – publishers of titles such as Milkshake! and Dinosaur Action – launch a new Transformers title, Transformers: Robots In Disguise this week. Inspired by the animated series aimed at 4-8 year olds already attracting large audiences on Cartoon… Read More ›
Nicholas Delort Limited Edition “Universal Classic Monsters” print set released by Dark Hall Mansion
Dark Hall Mansion has just released its officially licensed “Universal Classic Monsters” limited edition seven-print set by leading contemporary artist, Nicolas Delort, and they look amazing. Working under license from Universal Studios Licensing, the prints feature artist Nicolas Delort‘s striking take on each of… Read More ›
Mezco Toys Judge Dredd and Lawmaster Bike Action Figure – New Pics
This month’s Diamond PREVIEWS “magalog” – available now in comic shops – includes information on the PX One:12 Collective Judge Dredd and Lawmaster Bike Action Figure Box Set from Mezco Toys – and we have some pics for those of you… Read More ›
British Children’s Shows dominate eBay TV property searches
While the impending return of The X-Files is prompting many searches of eBay by its users. British children’s TV – including Thunderbirds and The Clangers – are prompting a lot of interest on the online auction site, no doubt stirred… Read More ›
Massive “New Eagle” collection offered at Heritage Auctions
Up for auction on Heritage Auctions right now is a massive collection of New Eagle – 500 comics that include issues ranging from the the first revamp issue (cover dated 24th September 1983) issue to the February, 1993 issue, with skips and some duplication…. Read More ›
New Roy of the Rovers merchandise on its way?
Richard Pink, the Managing Director of Licensing Agent and Brand Licensing company Pink Key Consulting, now handling the licensing of numerous Egmont UK brands including their “Classic Comics”, has big plans for the publishing company’s best-known vintage brand – Roy… Read More ›
Kayo action figure most wanted Thunderbirds toy, say makers Vivid
Kayo, the Thunderbirds Are Go character who serves as International Rescue’s security chief, looks like she’ll be a runaway success – as an action figure. Vivid, who currently hold the master toy licence for ITV’s Thunderbirds Are Go animated TV series,… Read More ›
Mouse to Minx’s “Bunty” comic-inspired product line grows in time for Christmas
Retro girls comics merchandise!
Asterix goes from strength to strength, with new “Missing Scroll” album out next month
Since 1959, when Asterix was created by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo, he has gone from success to success – continuously attracting fans from all ages and from all around the world. In the publishing field, it is a very… Read More ›
Latest Compalcomics auction offers rare Beanos, Number Ones with free gifts… and more Dalek Swapits!
The Compalcomics August/September auction catalogue has just launched on the-saleroom.com and includes a number of early Beanos and plenty of Number One issues of various comics complete with with free gifts, including The Hornet from 1963, the girls comic Romeo,… Read More ›
New Merchandise Remembers Bunty Comic
Don’t miss out on these Bunty items!
Mike Collins creates first official BBC Sherlock colouring book
Out on 5th November 2015 is Sherlock: The Mind Palace: The Official Colouring Book – the first offical colouring book from the hit BBC series, filled with over 50 intricate scenes and cast images from the show. The art is… Read More ›
Frank Bellamy Thunderbirds art becomes a fashion statement
Classic Thunderbirds art by Frank Bellamy from TV Century 21 comic is the inspiration for a large range of men’s fashion items from top designer Lou Dalton, on sale now. Dig deep if you want to buy, though –… Read More ›
Comic Art “Colour Block” Beano, Asterix screen prints Launched
Regular readers will recall last month’s mention on downthetubes for Leading screen printer John Patrick Reynolds and his company Comic Art‘s Asterix the Gaul prints, complementing the company’s existing range of British comics-inspired art. Now, John has released a gorgeous range of “Colour Block” range – colourful… Read More ›
Let Worlds Collide! Beano Past and Present is latest Gibsons jigsaw
Gibsons have just released a terrific new jigsaw blending classic The Beano characters with their modern-day, Dennis the Menace and Gnasher-led counterparts. Gibsons Beano “Past and Present” Jigsaw Puzzle is the latest in the company’s popular line of The Beano games and puzzles, which… Read More ›
James Bond, Thunderbirds and other rarities offered in latest Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia Sale
Bonhams Entertainment Memorabilia Sale, taking place on 24 June at Bonhams Knightsbridge, features a varied selection of lots with interesting connections to the silver screen and television, including James Bond and Doctor Who items, as well as some Gerry Anderson-related… Read More ›
New “Daredevil” licensed clothing, mugs and t-shirts inspired by Netflix show on the way
Disney Consumer Products is clearly setting some store in the success of the Marvel Netflix series, Daredevil, because it recently unveiled a lineup of product partners for the new show, which will return for a second season on the digital subscription… Read More ›
British Star War figures, Action Man and Pippa doll collectibles sell for thousands in Vectis auction
Vectis Auctions held the first Palitoy Employees sale this week (see earlier news story), and it generated a lot of interest amongst the collecting fraternity – and some huge bids for childhood favourites. Some of the biggest collecting groups… Read More ›
Rummages in the attic! Classic Marvel UK titles, Scream and other British comics up for sale
British comics collector Steven Holder dropped us a line at downthetubes to tell us he was “having a bit of a clear out” that we think will interest our readers, as it includes some fab Marvel UK goodies including… Read More ›