July 01, 2019
As we close in on the July 4th season 3 premiere of Netflix’s “Stranger Things,” Nike has been dropping new merchandise in collaboration with the hit series. “Nike and Netflix join forces to take you back to the summer of 1985 with the Nike x Stranger Things collection,” the landing page on the Nike site […]
April 26, 2019
Collectors rejoice! April 26 is Alien Day, named after the 1979 sci-fi film (which features the moon LV-426… get it?!?). In celebration, Mondo released a sneak peek at its newest merch – a 24 oz. Alien Queen Tiki Mug and a 2 oz. Alien Egg Tiki Shooter: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bwu4qvtJRHG/
March 01, 2019
Marvel announced merchandise ahead of the release of Captain Marvel exactly one week from now (!!), and frankly… It. Is. Spectacular. There are hats, tees, dresses, purses, backpacks, jackets, a bicycle, bracelets, socks, a throw blanket, action figures, a Lego set, POP! Funko dolls, comics and books. We love how LONG that list of merchandise […]
December 04, 2018
Afters Ice Cream, famous in California for its milky buns and handcrafted ice creams, has just unveiled two new flavors as part of a collaboration with fan favorite TV show “Rick and Morty.” The Afters Ice Cream x Rick and Morty collab features branded merch, Instagram-worthy store designs, and two new flavors called Caramel Portal […]
November 19, 2018
Disney partnered with luxury brand Shinola to release new a new collection of Mickey Mouse items ranging from a $28 journal to a $2500 turntable. The Shinola x Disney collaboration celebrates Mickey’s early days, and the illustrations on the watches and journals are “inspired by iconic Mickey Mouse moments such as the character’s appearance in […]
July 25, 2018
Toy company NECA announced Golden Girls action figures at at San Diego Comic-Con, and the details on these fully articulated, 8-inch collectibles are incredible. The Girls are even wearing some rockin’ outfits. According to the website, “Dorothy, Rose, Blanche and Sophia are dressed in fabric clothing that’s perfect for an afternoon on the lanai.” If we […]
July 20, 2018
The Ready Player One Experience is underway at San Diego Comic-Con. According to the website, fans will “enter the virtual world of Ready Player One and experience the nostalgia of the 80s in this interactive, hyper-shareable, walkthrough activation. Test your knowledge of the film and 1980s trivia in two challenge rooms and explore the depths […]
July 19, 2018
IMDb’s founder and CEO, Col Needham, presented Olivia Munn with the IMDb “Fan Favorite” STARmeter Award at San Diego Comic-Con today. “Obviously since this is a fan-based award, it’s so exciting,” Olivia said when she accepted the honor at the third annual IMDboat event. “The fans have been everything to me.”
July 18, 2018
Oscar-winning animation studio LAIKA is currently exhibiting at San Diego Comic-Con with LAIKA LIVE, a free installation allowing fans to check out props, puppets and film sets from “Coraline,” “ParaNorman,” “The Boxtrolls,” and “Kubo and the Two Strings.” According to the press release, “Curators will explain the magical process of LAIKA’s filmmaking as guests peek […]
July 17, 2018
“Bob’s Burgers” is taking over a Shake Shack and serving up the “Burger of the Day” to fans at San Diego Comic-Con. Accessible only by the official BOB’S BURGERS x SHAKE SHACK buses on an hourly, first-come basis, the event runs from 11am to 9pm on June 20. The press release suggests that, “a lucky […]
July 16, 2018
A life-size replica of the Millennium Falcon’s cockpit will be available for social media photo opportunities – FREE – at the Star Wars Pavilion at 2018 SDCC. The iconic ship’s interior is part of the traveling Millennium Falcon Experience and was “cast from the original set used for ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story,’” according to […]
July 13, 2018
NBC is hosting an immersive fan experience at SDCC for “The Good Place” that will allow fans to step into the neighborhood from the show. Even the Tin Fish restaurant will have its IRL counterpart in the Good Plates eatery on-site at the event. COUNTDOWN TO COMIC-CON: Our visit to the 2018 San Diego Comic-Con […]
July 12, 2018
Conan O’Brien’s show “Conan” will be taping at SDCC and giving away Funko Pop! Conan exclusives. The final designs have just been released, and will include Poe Dameron, Ant-Man, Hellboy, and Predator. Of course, each figure prominently features the host’s signature side swept red hair.
July 11, 2018
Fans can check out the first public demo build and booth for the “Ghostbusters World” augmented reality game at SDCC this year, at The Experience at Petco Park. According to the press release, “The game enables players to battle and capture hundreds of ghosts from all dimensions of the franchise, including the films, TV shows, […]
July 10, 2018
Adult Swim has a State Park planned for SDCC this year. “We’re building our own State Park and exposing you to all the nature you came to Comic-Con to avoid,” says the announcement. The offsite attraction will be located behind the convention center Thursday through Sunday. “Amenities of the park include all-new games like canoe […]
July 09, 2018
“Twin Peaks” is coming to Comic-Con with a full entourage! In addition to the 14 (!) cast members signing autographs, they’re also holding a panel in the Indigo Ballroom at the Hilton Bayfront on Saturday July 21 at 8pm.
April 17, 2018
Amid rumors that Kim Kardashian West arrived in Cleveland yesterday with Kourtney Kardashian and Kendall Jenner to visit new mama Khloe, Kim also released some new merch. In a first-ever collaboration with LuMee, Kim launched the KIMOJI X LUMEE collection of iPhone cases. The first item on sale today on Kimoji.com is the $79.95 “Cry Face” case. The […]
August 31, 2017
Force Friday II is upon us, September 1-3. For three days only, fans of Star Wars can find special merchandise at discounted rates in a multitude of stores internationally and online. Check for deals as early as midnight, from retailers as wide ranging as Staples, Walmart, Nordstrom, Toys”R”Us, Disney Store, Amazon, and many more. Also […]