There are very strong rumors circling about that director Rian Johnson (Looper, Breaking Bad) has been tapped to write and direct Episode VIII and write the treatment for Episode IX.
Nothing is officially confirmed at this point but expect an announcement soon.
While new figures in MedicomToy’s Kubrick line seem to be a thing of distant memory, that doesn’t mean the releases have ended. JediDefender has alerted us to word of an exclusive carded Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight Outfit) given out at the 2014 Medicom Toy Exhibition Preview Party. The figure itself looks to be a reissue of the DX series Jedi Luke minus the bone accessory. Click the image above for a closer look.
Our friends at JediDefender have alerted us to the fact that wave 3 of the Mission Series figures have started to hit retail. This example was found at Target in North Carolina. This wave include Obi-Wan with General Grievous and Bespin Luke with Darth Vader. If 5 POA is your thing, now’s the time…
This evening we invite you to take a peek into the customizing world of forum member Evilivo. This customizer specializes in upgrading figures of characters most of us already have, and the results are outstanding. Head to the forums for a closer look at his recent work.
Disney Publishing Worldwide today re-defines the storytelling experience with the release of “Star Wars Scene Maker,” a new line of creativity apps that gives kids and Star Wars fans of all ages the tools to create, control, customize, capture and share their own 3D animated Star Wars scenes. Utilizing simple, intuitive commands, the apps give fans an unrivaled user-generated storytelling experience that allows them to re-imagine and re-create iconic scenes from the Saga.
Announcing a new MID-CAMPAIGN BONUS inspired by all of you who share a passion for collecting Star Wars memorabilia. Support UNICEF through #ForceForChange this week and you’ll ALSO be entered for a chance to win The Ultimate Hasbro Prize Package featuring collectables from the Black Series figure line, including the San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Jabba the Hutt!! Click on through to check out the latest video featuring Steve Sansweet and donate today!
We’ve just been informed by our sponsor DorksideToys that the revision case assortment that was to include 3x of the 6″ Boba Fett figures has been canceled by Hasbro. The breakdown of this case was as follows:
Gentle Giant is now taking pre-orders for Zeb Orrelios – their next release in the series of Star Wars Rebels maquettes.
Gentle Giant is now taking pre-orders for the Jumbo Kenner Wicket figure. Look for it to ship in the second quarter of 2015
Just like they were when you were a kid, only BIGGER! Gentle Giant is proud to bring you the latest addition to our exciting line of vintage Kenner-inspired Star Wars Action Figure reproductions with the release of the classic Wicket Jumbo Figure!
Digitally scanned from mint 3 ¾” scale Kenner originals and reproduced at a jumbo 6.125” tall, no detail has been overlooked. Roto cast and made of durable plastics, this jumbo figure includes faithfully reproduced cowl and staff accessories! It even comes fully articulated!
With a commitment to keep in line with the vintage Kenner experience, Gentle Giant has packaged this figure with a Return of the Jedi-inspired backer card featuring original photos and artwork. Designed with the collector in mind, the figure comes in a resealable plastic outer clam shell to help protect and display this limited edition figure.
The Hollywood Reporter has posted that Jakks Pacific will be offering a Exclusive 31″ Shadow Stormtrooper at this year’s SDCC.
Produced in association with Lucasfilm, each of the 500 figures will be individually marked to record when it was produced, according to the manufacturer. Standing 31 inches tall, the JAKKS Shadow Storm Trooper has 7 points of articulation and carries an imperial blaster. The figure will be only be available at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, with a retail price of $50.00.