One of the more intriguing supporting characters introduced in The Force Awakens was Maz Kanata. The wise old woman, played by Lupita Nyong’o, was shown to have a lot of knowledge on the Force and the ways of the Jedi. Notably, she had Luke Skywalker’s lightsaber in her possession until she handed it over to Rey. There’s currently a lot of questions surrounding the character and in particular, her background, but from what we understand, Maz will actually have a reduced role in the upcoming Star Wars: The Last Jedi, which is surprising to hear.
We’re still not sure how she’ll factor into things, but fans shouldn’t be too disappointed, as it seems that in order to make up for the fact that we won’t be seeing her much in the upcoming sequel, Disney has found room for Maz in Han Solo. Or at least,...
We’re still not sure how she’ll factor into things, but fans shouldn’t be too disappointed, as it seems that in order to make up for the fact that we won’t be seeing her much in the upcoming sequel, Disney has found room for Maz in Han Solo. Or at least,...
- 8/20/2017
- by Matt Joseph
- We Got This Covered
Marvel and Funko have collaborated to create the first-ever Funko animated shorts, the first of which, Spellbound, was released today! There are three Marvel Funko animated shorts in total and each one is ninety seconds in length. Featuring some of Marvel’s most popular Super Heroes and Villains, including Spider-Man, Iron Man, Loki, Rocket, Groot, the Collector, Deadpool, and Venom, the first animated short Spellbound is Available Now on the Marvel YouTube page.
"Telling Marvel stories in the Funko Pop! aesthetic is a special kind of magic unlike anything we've ever done. These shorts are both hilarious and action-packed – and irresistibly adorable too. Really, I think all audiences will love them,” said Cort Lane, Marvel’s Senior Vice President of Animation and Family Entertainment.
Bait N Switch is the second animated short and will premiere on 12/7. Bait N Switch features Rocket breaking into the Collector’s museum to try and set his buddy,...
"Telling Marvel stories in the Funko Pop! aesthetic is a special kind of magic unlike anything we've ever done. These shorts are both hilarious and action-packed – and irresistibly adorable too. Really, I think all audiences will love them,” said Cort Lane, Marvel’s Senior Vice President of Animation and Family Entertainment.
Bait N Switch is the second animated short and will premiere on 12/7. Bait N Switch features Rocket breaking into the Collector’s museum to try and set his buddy,...
- 12/2/2016
- by Michael Connally
- LRMonline.com
A monster came out of her wall, but she still returned to her living room (with an axe) to be there for her son. One of the most memorable and determined characters from Stranger Things, Joyce Byers (Winona Ryder) will join Funko's previously announced Pop! vinyl figures collection early next year.
From Funko: "Last week we announced our exciting new Stranger Things line, and today we have an important update:
Joyce is joining the Stranger Things Pop! vinyl series!
Joyce and her ball of lights are coming early 2017!"
Previous Press Release: "Funko is bringing the Netflix Original Series Stranger Things to collectors and fans in 2017! Coming in early next year, fans of this amazing show will be able to take home Pop! vinyl versions of their favorite characters, including Eleven, Mike, Dustin, Lucas, Will, Barb, and, of course, the terrifying Demogorgon from the Upside Down!
In September, Funko posted two...
From Funko: "Last week we announced our exciting new Stranger Things line, and today we have an important update:
Joyce is joining the Stranger Things Pop! vinyl series!
Joyce and her ball of lights are coming early 2017!"
Previous Press Release: "Funko is bringing the Netflix Original Series Stranger Things to collectors and fans in 2017! Coming in early next year, fans of this amazing show will be able to take home Pop! vinyl versions of their favorite characters, including Eleven, Mike, Dustin, Lucas, Will, Barb, and, of course, the terrifying Demogorgon from the Upside Down!
In September, Funko posted two...
- 11/8/2016
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Earlier this year the Netflix Original Series, Stranger Things, set the world ablaze as another cult-sensation was born. While we wait for Season 2 to debut, Funko is joining in on the fun by releasing their iconic brand of collectibles. Check out the collectibles after the jump!
Think Geek Exclusive:
Hot Topic Exclusive
“Bringing Stranger Things to Funko is symbolic of our connection to our customers as mutual fans of pop culture”, said Mark Robben, Funko’s Director of Marketing. “We feel grateful for the privilege to create our version of these wonderful characters, but we never forget it starts with the collectors. These figures would not have been possible without every single share, like, and comment from you. Friends don't lie.”
These Stranger Things collectibles will be availble in 2017 for the standard-low price of $9.99 Usd. While these are amazing and I will mostly likely be collecting them all, I can't...
Think Geek Exclusive:
Hot Topic Exclusive
“Bringing Stranger Things to Funko is symbolic of our connection to our customers as mutual fans of pop culture”, said Mark Robben, Funko’s Director of Marketing. “We feel grateful for the privilege to create our version of these wonderful characters, but we never forget it starts with the collectors. These figures would not have been possible without every single share, like, and comment from you. Friends don't lie.”
These Stranger Things collectibles will be availble in 2017 for the standard-low price of $9.99 Usd. While these are amazing and I will mostly likely be collecting them all, I can't...
- 11/1/2016
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Matt Malliaros)
- Cinelinx
Funko has a big Halloween treat for viewers who spent time in the Upside Down this summer, as the company has officially revealed their Stranger Things Pop! vinyl figures.
Originally unveiled by EW, the new Stranger Things Pop! vinyl figures are slated to come out early next year for $9.99 apiece. The "Eleven Underwater" figure will be a Hot Topic exclusive, while the "Upside Down Will" will be available exclusively through Think Geek. We have images of all eleven collectibles below, as well as official details from Funko.
From Funko: "Funko is bringing the Netflix Original Series Stranger Things to collectors and fans in 2017! Coming in early next year, fans of this amazing show will be able to take home Pop! vinyl versions of their favorite characters, including Eleven, Mike, Dustin, Lucas, Will, Barb, and, of course, the terrifying Demogorgon from the Upside Down!
In September, Funko posted two concept images...
Originally unveiled by EW, the new Stranger Things Pop! vinyl figures are slated to come out early next year for $9.99 apiece. The "Eleven Underwater" figure will be a Hot Topic exclusive, while the "Upside Down Will" will be available exclusively through Think Geek. We have images of all eleven collectibles below, as well as official details from Funko.
From Funko: "Funko is bringing the Netflix Original Series Stranger Things to collectors and fans in 2017! Coming in early next year, fans of this amazing show will be able to take home Pop! vinyl versions of their favorite characters, including Eleven, Mike, Dustin, Lucas, Will, Barb, and, of course, the terrifying Demogorgon from the Upside Down!
In September, Funko posted two concept images...
- 10/31/2016
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Marvel Animation announced today at New York Comic Con, an all-new animated series called Marvel’s Spider-Man will be premiering on Disney Xd in 2017. Marvel’s Ultimate Spider-Man will culminate in January 2017 with an exciting two-part finale arc “Graduation Day” that will see Spider-Man stop Doctor Octopus and the Superior Sinister Six from destroying all of the heroes in New York City.
The new series, Marvel's Spider-Man, tells the story of an unsure (but courageous) teen who has to figure out how to be a Super Hero from the very beginning. Produced by Marvel Animation, the series' award-winning creative team includes executive producers Alan Fine ("Marvel's The Avengers," "Iron Man," "Thor"), Dan Buckley ("Marvel's Avengers Assemble," "Marvel’s Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H."), Joe Quesada ("Marvel's Avengers Assemble") and Jeph Loeb ("Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."); co-executive producers Stan Lee ("Spider-Man"), Eric Radomski ("Spawn," "Marvel's Avengers Assemble"), Cort Lane ("Marvel...
The new series, Marvel's Spider-Man, tells the story of an unsure (but courageous) teen who has to figure out how to be a Super Hero from the very beginning. Produced by Marvel Animation, the series' award-winning creative team includes executive producers Alan Fine ("Marvel's The Avengers," "Iron Man," "Thor"), Dan Buckley ("Marvel's Avengers Assemble," "Marvel’s Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H."), Joe Quesada ("Marvel's Avengers Assemble") and Jeph Loeb ("Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."); co-executive producers Stan Lee ("Spider-Man"), Eric Radomski ("Spawn," "Marvel's Avengers Assemble"), Cort Lane ("Marvel...
- 10/10/2016
- by Jeremy Scully
- LRMonline.com
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