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Today Ken from ToyKennections visits the BC Toy Expo, hunting for toy grails! Check out the video below and share your thoughts with us in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to ToyKennections channel on YouTube for all of Ken’s latest videos!
Read MoreThere has been a lot of discourse surrounding the most recent wave of the G.I. Joe Classified Retro figures shown at Toy Fair earlier this month. The art of this wave, which consists of characters Flint, Cover Girl and Cobra Tele-Viper has fans scratching their heads. The original G.I. Joe lineup of characters depicted card art by legendary artist Hector Garrido. Additionally, during the run of the G.I. Joe Classified line of action figures, independent artists have had the privilege of having their art on the boxes of the action…
Read MoreToday The Island Viper aka “Terry” discusses the Toxic nature of the G.I. Joe Facebook Collector Community! Check out the video below, then share your thoughts and opinions of this wave with us below in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to Action Media Reviews for all of Terry’s latest videos!
Read MoreOn March 6, 1987, action movie history was made when Lethal Weapon exploded onto theater screens. Starring Mel Gibson and Danny Glover, the film redefined the buddy-cop genre and set the standard for high-octane action mixed with humor and emotional depth. Over 35 years later, Lethal Weapon remains one of the most influential action films of all time, spawning sequels, a TV series, and countless imitations. How Lethal Weapon Changed the Action Genre Before Lethal Weapon, cop movies often followed a predictable formula, but director Richard Donner and screenwriter Shane…
Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m checking out the 2006 G.I. Joe Sigma 6 Mantis Mech Strike with Destro. I’ve been doing a lot of Sigma Six 8 inch figures, but this is the first Sigma 2.5 inch figure I have touched on. The 2.5 figures themselves lack a lot of articulation. Some are just figurines with no articulations and this Destro has arms and legs that move similar to old school Fisher Price and Star Wars. I feel these could have had more articulation but…
Read MoreThe world of animation and voice acting has lost a legend. George Lowe, the unmistakable voice behind Space Ghost in Space Ghost Coast to Coast, has passed away at the age of 67. His remarkable career spanned decades, bringing laughter and entertainment to fans worldwide. Lowe’s signature deep voice and impeccable comedic timing made Space Ghost one of the most unique and beloved animated hosts in television history. The Rise of a Voice Acting Icon Born on November 10, 1957, in Dunedin, Florida, George Lowe discovered his passion for broadcasting…
Read MoreOn this week’s episode of Half The Battle it’s Part 2 of our look at the G.I. Joe character Clutch! Be sure and join in the conversation in the comments below. And as always be sure and like share and subscribe to my YouTube channel if that’s your thing!
Read MoreToday The Island Viper aka “Terry” gives us a full review of the Fans Hobby VE-01 Air Eagle G.I. Joe Classified Sky Hawk! Check out the video below, then share your thoughts and opinions of this wave with us below in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to Action Media Reviews for all of Terry’s latest videos!
Read MoreBefore Transformers became the dominant toy-based animated franchise of the 1980s, Challenge of the GoBots hit the airwaves in 1984. Produced by Hanna-Barbera, the studio behind classics like The Flintstones, Scooby-Doo, and The Jetsons, the series was based on the Machine Robo toy line from Japan, which Tonka rebranded as GoBots in North America. The GoBots cartoon followed the battle between two factions: the heroic Guardians, led by Leader-1, and the villainous Renegades, commanded by Cy-Kill. The series ran for 65 episodes, making it one of the first transforming robot…
Read MoreToday Ken from ToyKennections interviews the creator of G.I. Joe’s “Cold Slither” Michael Charles Hill! Check out the video below and share your thoughts with us in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to ToyKennections channel on YouTube for all of Ken’s latest videos!
Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith David Prowse was born in 1935 in England. Prowse is best known for being the actor who played Darth Vader in the original trilogy, but we never heard his voice or saw his face. Prowse who stood 6’6” was a body builder and helped create one of the most iconic villains of our time. Prowse did have many other rolls such as the Creation in “Frankenstein” and Julian from “A Clockwork Orange”. Prowse took on weightlifting in his younger days and was able to deadlift 784…
Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Eugene Allen Hackman was born on January 30, 1930, in San Bernardino, California. Raised in Danville, Illinois, he had a difficult childhood, marked by his parents’ divorce and his father’s abandonment of the family. At the age of 16, he left home and joined the U.S. Marine Corps, where he served for nearly five years. After his military service, Hackman pursued a career in journalism and radio before enrolling at the Pasadena Playhouse in California to study acting. Ironically, he and fellow aspiring actor Dustin Hoffman…
Read MoreExciting news for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fans! Playmates Toys has unveiled their latest TMNT releases at ToyFair 2025, and they’re packed with nostalgia and action-packed fun. Included in the showcase is the Sewer Lair Playset, a must-have for any Turtles collector, bringing the heroes’ underground hideout to life with incredible details. Also making its debut is the Foot Crusher, an awesome new vehicle that’s sure to be a game-changer in battles against Shredder and the Foot Clan. Both the Sewer Lair Playset and Foot Crusher will be Amazon exclusives,…
Read MoreThe wait is over, Masters of the Universe fans! Mattel has officially revealed the Masters of the Universe Origins Fright Zone Playset, bringing one of the most iconic locations from the classic 1980s franchise back to life. These stunning first-look images were included in Mattel’s official Toyfair 2025 press junket, showcasing the Fright Zone in all its terrifying glory. Fans of Skeletor, Hordak, and the Evil Horde will be thrilled to see this legendary playset making its way to the Origins line. While details on pricing, release date, and features…
Read MoreGet ready, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fans—Super7 has just revealed TMNT ULTIMATES! Wave 13, and it’s packed with legendary heroes and villains from the 2003 TMNT animated series! This new wave features Master Splinter, the vigilante Casey Jones, the evil Shredder, and a Foot Ninja, all in highly detailed 7” scale designs with premium articulation and collector-friendly packaging. Where to Buy & Pricing Preorders open at 3 PM EDT at retailers like BigBadToyStore and Entertainment EarthPrice: $55 per figure Figures Include: Splinter – The wise and skilled mentor of the…
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