James Cameron Aliens Action Figure

Joe Moore · 07-17-2017, 08:12 AM

Aliens - James Cameron Colonial Marine Action Figure by NECA

Bearjew · 07-17-2017, 08:19 AM

Maybe it is just me but I think this is really dumb. I mean, of all the things they could have done and all the things that people ask for out of this line they do James Cameron?

AlanThCollector · 07-17-2017, 08:21 AM

Pretty creative. I must say I never really desired a James Cameron action figure on my desk, but I'm digging this a lot. Now to find a 7 inch scale director's chair and some film cameras to go with that clap board.

frodotrout · 07-17-2017, 08:22 AM

i have to agree with you

evilekim · 07-17-2017, 08:56 AM

This is fun! Director's like Tarantino, George Lucas, and Peter Jackson have done something similiar, so I applaud their enthusiasm.

Also, NECA has contacted many actors who have portrayed characters in Alien and Predator movies. NECA can't just steal their likeness. If these folks don't message NECA back, it's not their fault. Many movies like Jaws, Back to the Future, Mad Max, etc. have no likeness rights to the actors.

Dolemite · 07-17-2017, 09:12 AM

I totally could see how some people would want this, but I sure don't. It would make a great base for customs, however. Good 80's Cameron likeness, too.

I love how the release states that, "This is the first time Cameron has allowed his likeness to be used for an action figure." Like people have been screaming for a freaking James Cameron action figure for years (maybe they have? I don't know).

Dr Kain · 07-17-2017, 09:15 AM

How about finishing up the actual movie characters before they make a lame thing like this?

Tokyomeltdown · 07-17-2017, 09:25 AM

Can't see the appeal of another Colonial Marine, but with a Cameron head sculpt? Kinda interesting, but an easy pass.

Cyclopswc · 07-17-2017, 09:26 AM

I like this. Way to keep the license alive while they're trying to secure the rights to more actor's likeness.

I wonder if he'll have a rank? Or is he just a grunt?

SpasticPlastic · 07-17-2017, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Dolemite

I love how the release states that, "This is the first time Cameron has allowed his likeness to be used for an action figure." Like people have been screaming for a freaking James Cameron action figure for years (maybe they have? I don't know).

Years back, a company, (I think it was SOTA, but I could be wrong), was trying to get a "Creator" line off the ground. Hitchcock, Romero, Spielberg, Cameron, Lucas, and Tarantino were slated, among others, but the only rights they could get were Hitchcock and Tarantino, so the line never happened. Again, this is what I remember, I'm probably wrong, as it was at least 10 years ago. I just recall reading a blurb about it in a magazine.

I think this is a neat figure, and a good way to flesh out the marines, while trying to secure more likeness rights, I'm sure. Can't really complain about them releasing this before others, if they don't have the rights. I'll take a non-essential figure over no figure any day.

deecee4 · 07-17-2017, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Cyclopswc

I like this. Way to keep the license alive while they're trying to secure the rights to more actor's likeness.

I wonder if he'll have a rank? Or is he just a grunt?

Thats what I'm trying to figure out. Don't see any kind of rank insignia but-keeping in mind he's notorious for being a bit of a tyrant on set-cant see him as a lowly grunt taking orders lol

Stranger · 07-17-2017, 10:01 AM

How did I not know James Cameron is a fellow Canadian?...

Harbinger · 07-17-2017, 10:16 AM

Kinda looks like marc singer.

xenofanlv426 · 07-17-2017, 10:16 AM

Hell yes! The ultimate bad ass has arrived!

xenofanlv426 · 07-17-2017, 10:23 AM

imagine a signed copy of this in packaging. How much would that be worth.

scarrviper · 07-17-2017, 10:33 AM

Disappointed that we aren't getting a new marine from the movie, but it's not a terrible looking figure so I'm torn. Likeness is solid, and I like the accessories they chose. I do wish he had a helmet, but the hair probably wouldn't allow one to fit.

Dolemite · 07-17-2017, 10:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr Kain

How about finishing up the actual movie characters before they make a lame thing like this?

I'm sure if they had the rights to the likeness of another "real" marine they would have used it. I doubt the Cameron figure is taking the place of another character.

That said, what other marines would anyone want aside from Drake and Apone...and maybe Dietrich would be cool too because at least she had some lines and wasn't the first to get killed (although the first marine to get killed - Frost - was actually HER fault, lol)? I mean, I doubt NECA is going to make a figure out of some loser like Spunkmyer.

Gunathar · 07-17-2017, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Bearjew

Maybe it is just me but I think this is really dumb. I mean, of all the things they could have done and all the things that people ask for out of this line they do James Cameron?

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Originally Posted by Dr Kain

How about finishing up the actual movie characters before they make a lame thing like this?

Because this:

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Originally Posted by evilekim

NECA has contacted many actors who have portrayed characters in Alien and Predator movies. NECA can't just steal their likeness. If these folks don't message NECA back, it's not their fault. Many movies like Jaws, Back to the Future, Mad Max, etc. have no likeness rights to the actors.

Gunathar · 07-17-2017, 10:59 AM

I find this original and totally unexpected. Just for custom possibilities this figure is worth buying.

I'm curious to know if he'll be having a King of the World grafitti on his armor

Phantomcrow · 07-17-2017, 11:06 AM

There is a helmet in the new Sentry Turret accessory set coming out you could use on him. It might be to small but the Diamond Select Kermet Muppet figure came with a directors chair.

snake5289 · 07-17-2017, 11:17 AM

That's pretty awesome.

Gunathar · 07-17-2017, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Cyclopswc

I like this. Way to keep the license alive while they're trying to secure the rights to more actor's likeness.

I wonder if he'll have a rank? Or is he just a grunt?

He'll be a colonel: https://thenecastore.com/collections...nt=44784870474

Love the clapboard and viewfinder accessories by the way!

Dolemite · 07-17-2017, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by evilekim

Many movies like Jaws, Back to the Future, Mad Max, etc. have no likeness rights to the actors.

There are Back to the Future Hot Toys figures.

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Originally Posted by Gunathar

I'm curious to know if he'll be having a King of the World grafitti on his armor

Actually, didn't Cameron allow the actors in the movie to customize their own armor? If so, I wouldn't be surprised if Cameron himself had a hand in designing this figure's duds.

Joe Moore · 07-17-2017, 11:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Dolemite

There are Back to the Future Hot Toys figures.

They had to pay for those likeness rights. Just as they did for Weller's Alex Murphy likeness. and they apparently were not cheap.

Cyclopswc · 07-17-2017, 12:08 PM

Colonel. That's awesome! NECA's shipping charge still sucks, but I have to order one to make sure I don't miss out. My local TRU's distribution is wonky.

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Gunathar Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: La Belle Province Posts: 314	Quote: Originally Posted by Bearjew Maybe it is just me but I think this is really dumb. I mean, of all the things they could have done and all the things that people ask for out of this line they do James Cameron? Quote: Originally Posted by Dr Kain How about finishing up the actual movie characters before they make a lame thing like this? Because this: Quote: Originally Posted by evilekim NECA has contacted many actors who have portrayed characters in Alien and Predator movies. NECA can't just steal their likeness. If these folks don't message NECA back, it's not their fault. Many movies like Jaws, Back to the Future, Mad Max, etc. have no likeness rights to the actors. __________________ Yin some, Yang some.

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Gunathar Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: La Belle Province Posts: 314	I find this original and totally unexpected. Just for custom possibilities this figure is worth buying. I'm curious to know if he'll be having a King of the World grafitti on his armor __________________ Yin some, Yang some.