The Toy Industry Association has posted some clarifying information on the recent story about toy resales being banned. Therefore, the Counsel’s conclusion is that the new standard applies to “only those products manufactured after the effective date of the new …
4Kids Secures Toy Deal For Yu Gi Oh 5D’s
A new press release has gone out about popular kids line Yu Gi Oh. Upper Deck adds toy distribution to its remit for animated property. 4Kids Entertainment International has appointed Upper Deck as distributor of toys for its Yu Gi …
New Law Restricts Re-Sale of Kid’s Products
A new federal law is raising concerns and questions across the United States. On February 10, 2009 it will be illegal to re-sell any used children’s products including toys and clothing. That is according to the U.S. Consumer Protection & …
Beatles – Can’t Buy Me Love Kubrick Set
Silly Thing in partnership with Medicom Toys has announced a new set of 1000% upsized Kubrick’s based on the world’s most popular band of all time; the Beatles. Called the “Can’t Buy Me Love” set, these Kubricks are going to …
Hot Toys Unveils Marlon Brando Headsculpt
Hot Toys has unveiled a new headsculpt for their Movie Masterpiece series. The sculpt is of Marlon Brando. No word on how the sculpt will be used. However, it bears a striking resemblance to Brando’s turn as Don Vito Corleone …
Tomy Quietly Closes U.S. Division
Tomy has apparently closed their U.S. division. SANTA ANA, Calif.—Tomy Corp. has ceased operations, according to now-former staffers. The U.S. unit of one of Japan’s largest toymakers, TakaraTomy Group, the company notified employees it would close immediately on Dec. 15, …
Fisher Price Named Thomas Master Licensee
Fisher Price, a division of Mattel, will be taking over as the master licensee of the Thomas and Friends line. Under the terms of the new agreement, Fisher-Price – which is a division of Mattel – will be bringing together …
Hot Toys Unveils Planet Of The Apes 3 Inch Cosbaby
Hot Toys has unveiled their line of 3 inch Planet of the Apes Cosbaby toys. Each cosbaby stands 3 inches / 7 cm tall, featuring your favorite Planet of the Apes’ characters in baby forms and its unique designs from …
Hot Toys Unveils Planet Of the Apes Toys
Hot Toys has unveiled their 1:16 scale Planet of the Apes figures. Are these the Ape-kind figures you are looking for? – As promised, we are pleased to debut our next MMS figures from our newly granted license – Planet …
Larry ‘Buster’ Crabbe as Flash Gordon Figure
Go Hero Shop has put up a pre-order for their upcoming Flash Gordon figure. The figure is based on Larry “Buster” Crabbe’s portrayal of the classic character. In 1936 floating cities, rocket ships, and hawk men exploded off the screen …