Netflix and Hasbro bring Stretch Armstrong to digital service soon

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NETFLIX CONTINUES TO EXPAND ITS AWARDWINNING KIDS ORIGINAL SERIES FOR MEMBERS WORLDWIDE

 

 

Beverly Hills, Calif., January 28 , 2016 – Continuing its investment in original content for kids of all ages, Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ: NFLX), the world’s leading Internet TV network, is adding three new original series to its lineup. Suspenseful drama The Greenhouse expands the live action category for tweens that currently includes Degrassi: Next Class, Lost & Found Music Studios and Project Mc². The iconic Hasbro brand Stretch Armstrong will make its television debut with an all new look in an animated series. A musical update to the new Lalaloopsy series joins a growing portfolio of shows created to engage and pique the curiosity of young kids. All episodes from each new series will launch on Netflix at the same time around the world.

 

“With roughly half of our 75 million members regularly watching kids content, we’re happy to expand our original slate with these three great series,” said Andy Yeatman, Director of Global Kids Content for Netflix. “We know kids love Netflix and that’s in part because they never really outgrow us. We program and recommend new TV shows and movies from preschool through their teen years and into adulthood.”

 

Netflix and Jazwares present Danger Mouse

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Danger Mouse will be returning in an all-new animated series later this Spring via Netflix and Jazwares Inc. will be doing a new line of of toys based on that series.

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The world’s greatest superspy, Danger Mouse, returns in dashing, globe-spanning style with a new animated series that features all the classic characters, catchphrases and comedy that made it an 80’s cult favorite. With the world once more teetering on the edge of disaster, the small but heroic secret agent is back to thrill a whole new generation of fans as he attempts to overthrow a host of villainous rivals with the help of hapless hamster Penfold and a collection of state-of-the-art gadgetry and vehicles. Originally a loose parody of British spy fiction, this new Danger Mouse series will feature British actor and comedian, Stephen Fry, as Colonel K.

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Netflix will premiere the show in North America, Latin America, Nordics, Benelux and Japan with all other Netflix territories launching at a later date.

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Stay tuned to Alternativemindz as we go on a walkthrough during New York Toy Fair

The Daily Bugle Reports that Bif Bang Pow! will Make Marvel Collectibles!

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The Daily Bugle Reports that Bif Bang Pow! will Make Marvel Collectibles!

JLA Direct, LLC (d/b/a Bif Bang Pow!) is thrilled to collaborate with Marvel Entertainment, LLC to produce an exclusive line of memorabilia for Marvel fans and collectors.

“From Asgard to Midgard and everywhere in between, we’re thrilled to have the opportunity to create a new line of collectibles from the Marvel Universe,” said Jason Labowitz, Co-Founder of Bif Bang Pow! and President of Entertainment Earth. “With such a vast library and history of characters, we’re excited to get started bringing a few fresh ideas to this amazing brand!”

Coming to market in 2016, this new line of collectibles will feature exciting merchandise spanning a wide range of character permutations from classic comic books to modern-day style from television and film. These diverse offerings will include various product types, such as license plate frames, car flags, jack-in-the-boxes, tin windup toys, and wooden figures from Bif Bang Pow!. Additionally, under the Entertainment Earth® brand, JLA Direct, LLC is set to expand its highly popular line of patent-pending Chair Capes™ and release an all-new line of Marvel-themed mixed martial arts (MMA) gear and accessories.

Bif Bang Pow! products are available at Entertainment Earth and other fine retailers. For updates on product releases and pre-orders, visit entertainmentearth.com.

One:12 Collective Star Trek Sulu Figure

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From the original Star Trek series and the bridge of USS Enterprise NCC-1701 comes Chief Helmsman, Hikaru Sulu, one of the iconic series’ most celebrated crew members. The groundbreaking character of Mr. Sulu, portrayed by the inimitable George Takei, bravely guided the starship during its original five-year mission.

Sulu was originally the department head of Astrosciences; he was also an accomplished botanist, fencer, noted expert on projectile weapons, and pilot of “antique” aircraft. He assumed command of the ship on at least four occasions, repeatedly proving himself a skilled and valuable member of the Enterprise crew. Hikaru Sulu went on to become Captain of his own vessel and was honored with a holographic portrait in Starfleet Headquarters.

Digitally modeled to craft an exceptional actor likeness and assembled on a One:12 Collective body with over 28 points of articulation, numerous accessories as well as interchangeable parts. This figure features a series accurate outfit to create an amazing collectable.

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The One:12 Collective Hikaru Sulu features:
-Real fabric uniform with accurate trim and insignia
– Incredible sculpted details capturing the likeness of this groundbreaking character
– Leather-look screen matched boots
Included with this figure:
– Regular head
– Alternate smiling head
– Fists (L & R)
– Posing hands (L & R)
– Phaser holding hand (R)
– Communicator/Tricorder holding hand (L)
– Sword holding hand (R)
– Communicator with flip up panel
– Tricorder with opening top section
– Phaser
– Fencing sword
– Away Team belt with holster for communicator and phaser
– Display base with posing post

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Each figure is packaged in a deluxe, fifth panel window box with translucent acetate slipcover. Designed for collector convenience, the packaging allows for both maximum protection as well as ease of removal for display. 

Release: June/July 2016

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IAmElemental to Reveal New Female Action Figures at Toy Fair NY

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IAmElemental (http://www.IAmElemental.com), creators of the first female action figures designed specifically for children, will reveal the company’s newest collection, Series 2/Wisdom, at Booth #5853 at the North American International Toy Fair on February 13-16, 2016.

Suitable for ages 4+, Series 2/Wisdom is a collection of seven 4” articulated action figures based on the “Elements of Power – superpowers that already exist inside each one of us,” said Julie Kerwin, IAmElemental’s Chief Elemental Officer.  “Our first figures, Series 1/Courage, were modeled on Joan of Arc.  Our muse for Series 2/Wisdom is an inspiring woman, recognized in history as not only a pioneer in STEM learning, but also a polymath – a great thinker on a variety of subjects. We look forward to revealing our muse and her Wisdom Warriors at Toy Fair.” 

The design of Series 2/Wisdom continues in IAmElemental’s tradition of providing a strong, healthy female figure, drawing inspiration from ancient warriors as well as modern superheroes.  IAmElemental will begin accepting pre-orders atwww.IAmElemental.com for Series 2/Wisdom on February 12, 2016, with shipping anticipated in August 2016 to pre-order customers, specialty and online toy retailers.  Individual figures will be available at MSRP $10.99 and complete sets at MSRP $69.99.

MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS CAPTAIN AMERICA: STEVE ROGERS#1!

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MARVEL COMICS PRESENTS CAPTAIN AMERICA: STEVE ROGERS#1!

Steve Rogers Returns as the Star-Spangled Avenger for an All-New Marvel Comics Series

 
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New York, NY—January 20th, 2016 — This spring, Marvel’s Steve Rogers takes back the iconic moniker that gave him notoriety and returns to the mantel of Captain America with CAPTAIN AMERICA: STEVE ROGERS from writer Nick Spencer and artist Jesus Saiz.

 
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First revealed on ABC’s “Captain America: 75 Heroic Years,” Steve Rogers will once again don the red, white, and blue and continue the adventures of Marvel’s Sentinel of Liberty in this all-new series, with an all-new mission statement while proudly carrying an all-new shield. And today, Marvel is pleased to present your first peek inside the bold new series that will take Captain America in a whole new direction!

“It’s an exciting time to be writing Captain America, for sure– this year is the character’s 75th Anniversary, not to mention the upcoming release of Marvel’s CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR. And with CIVIL WAR IIapproaching in the Marvel Universe, it felt like the perfect time to restore Steve Rogers to his former self,” says series writer Nick Spencer.
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Recently drained of the Super Soldier Serum that gave him his strength, speed and endurance, Steve Rogers was no longer fit to wield the shield and he passed the title of Captain America to his closest ally, Sam Wilson, a.k.a. Falcon. So what happens to Sam Wilson now that Steve has returned? Enemies of freedom beware – there are now two Captain Americas protecting the people!

“CAPTAIN AMERICA: STEVE ROGERS and CAPTAIN AMERICA: SAM WILSON will act as great counter-points to one another,” continues Spencer. “If you’re digging the topical, ripped-from-the-headlines approach we’re taking in Sam’s book, we’ve got plenty more of that to come. And if you’re up for a more timeless take, with Captain America facing off against Hydra and his classic rogues gallery, Steve’s book will be just the thing for you.”

The All-New, All-Different Marvel Universe is in turmoil. The threat of impeding Hydra forces grows by the day worming their way into Marvel’s Super Hero community. Anyone can be a threat, and no one is to be trusted. But what is Hydra’s ultimate goal? There is only one man who can challenge the threat of Hydra – Captain America himself – Steve Rogers!

Will his first day back on the job be his last? Find out when CAPTAIN AMERICA: STEVE ROGERS #1 arrives in comic shops and digital devices this spring!

For more on Captain America & All-New, All-Different Marvel, please visit www.marvel.com. Join the conversation on Twitter with hashtag#CaptainAmerica and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter at @Marvel.

CAPTAIN AMERICA: STEVE ROGERS #1

Written by NICK SPENCER

Art by JESUS SAIZ

Cover by JESUS SAIZ

 

Loyal subjects: masters of the universe mini figs

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Loyal Subjects Masters Of The Universe Mini Figures

Experience the power of Grayskull with these detailed, poseable mini figures of Eternia’s heroes and villains. The figures are said to have around 8 points of articulation and the first two waves will include He-Man, Man-At-Arms, Teela, Stratos, Man-E-Faces, Skeletor, Evil-Lyn, Trap Jaw, Tri-Klops and Faker. They will come in blind mystery box packaging.

Originally published on Toynewsi