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NECA Richard Simmons

In a surprise announcement, NECA Toys has revealed a new figure based on 80’s icon Richard Simmons. For readers who may be a bit younger, Richard Simmons was an insanely popular fitness instructor in the early to mid 1980’s. Known for his “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” video cassettes, Simmons used his incredibly energetic personality, and willingness to listen to those in need, to motivate people to stay fit. He appeared not only on every major talk show, but had numerous guest spots on popular TV series, animated series, and game shows.

The new figure from NECA is part of their 8″ scale retro clothed figure line. as of right now, there are few details. The Richard Simmons figure will have two interchangeable portraits, and is due for release in the Fall. We’ll update as more details are made available. You can see the photo after the jump.

UPDATE June 19th:
NECA has released full details and additional photos. The figure is officially due in September. See the update after the jump.

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under Horror Toy News, Random Photo Shoot

NECA Iron Maiden Powerslave Eddie 016

In September 1984, Iron Maiden released Powerslave, their fifth studio album. It contained hit songs like 2 Minutess 2 Midnight and Aces High. The cover art for the album featured an Egyptian theme, with Eddie as the centerpiece of a massive monument. The theme was carried over to the subsequent World Slavery Tour, which ran from August 1984 until July 1985. The Egyptian themed Eddie became part of the band’s set for the duration for the tour.

NECA Toys took the album cover and imagery from the world tour, and used it to create their own version of a Pharaoh Eddie. The figure is part of their 8″ scale clothed figure line. It is set to ship out to stores later this month. Our friends at NECA have sent over the figure. After the jump, you can see my thoughts and a photo gallery.

Pre-Order Links: Big Bad Toy Store • Entertainment Earth

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NECA Powerslave Eddie Packaging 001

NECA has released final in-packaging photos of their upcoming Pharaoh Eddie 8″ Scale Clothed Figure. This figure is inspired by the 1984 album Powerslave, as well as their 1984 – 1985 World Slavery Tour. The figure includes fabric bandages, a sword, and a staff. It is currently set for release in June. Check out the in-packaging photos after the jump.

Celebrate Iron Maiden’s metal masterpiece with this clothed action figure of Pharaoh Eddie, inspired by the themes of Powerslave and the historic World Slavery Tour!

The band’s legendary mascot stands 8” tall and is dressed in fabric bandages and pharaoh’s regalia, complete with detailed headpiece, to replicate the look of the art. Pharaoh Eddie is fully poseable and comes with sword and staff.

Window box packaging

Pre-Order Links: Big Bad Toy Store • Entertainment Earth

under Horror Toy News

NECA The Fiend Re Releases

NECA is re-releasing their The Misfits – The Fiend 8″ Scale Figures in all-new window box packaging. With their original releases, back in 2014, the figures were packed in clamshell packaging. The re-releases are getting the window box treatment, and NECA has released photos of the figures in the new packaging. There are two figures, one in a red cloak, and one in a black cloak. The Fiend will include a swap out hand holding a candelabra accessory. The figures are due later this month. Check out pre-order links below, and the new photos after the jump.

Pre-Order Links: Big Bad Toy Store • Megalopolis • Entertainment Earth

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Halloween 2 Clothed Michael Myers 039

In October 1981, the highly anticipated Halloween II was released in theaters. The follow up to the genre defining Halloween continues moments after the events of the first film. After Dr. Loomis shoot Michael Myers numerous times, he and Laurie Strode are horrified to see that Michael has survived and has fled the scene. An injured Laurie is transported to a Haddonfield Memorial Hospital. Michael, in a quest to finish what he started, stalks the halls of the hospital. As he attempts to locate the injured Myers, Dr. Loomis learns a terrible truth. Laurie Strode is actually Michael’s sister, and Michael seems to have learned that fact as well. Loomis and Laurie confront Michael together, hoping to stop his rampage and end the nightmare. The events of the film were eventually retconned in Halloween 2018, removing the relationship between Michael and Laurie, and erasing all the sequels from canon.

Last October, NECA released the excellent Halloween II – Ultimate Michael Myers Figure. At Toy Fair earlier this year, we learned that a few new Halloween II items were on the way, as part of their retro clothed line. The selection will include Michael Myers, and a 2-pack of Dr. Loomis and Laurie Strode. Today, thanks to our friends at NECA, we have an exclusive in-hand photo gallery and review of the upcoming Halloween II – Michael Myers 8″ Scale Clothed Figure. Read on to see the photo shoot and my thoughts on the figure.

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NECA Sgt D Figure 027

Stormtroopers of Death (aka S.O.D.) is a satirical thrash metal band featuring Anthrax members Scott Ian and Charlie Benante, ex-Anthrax bassist Dan Lilker, and M.O.D.’s Billy Milano. They focused on intentionally over the top and offensive lyrics that brought them both notoriety and controversy. Though they never intended for anyone to take the lyrics seriously. The idea came as Scott Ian would sketch out a comic-like villain of a skull in an army helmet known as Sargent D. The sketches would feature slogans, and eventually lyrics that would become the basis for the bands songs, with Sgt. D becoming the bands mascot.

NECA is releasing an action figure of Sargent D, based on artwork from the bands first album “Speak English or Die”. The 8″ scale clothed figure includes a removable helmet and a rifle. Our friends at NECA have sent over the figure for review. After the jump, check out my thoughts and photo gallery.

Pre-Order Link: Entertainment Earth • Big Bad Toy Store (currently sold out)

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SOD Sgt D Packaging 003

NECA has released final in-packaging photos for the upcoming Stormtroopers of Death (S.O.D.) Sgt. D 8″ Scale Clothed Figure. The figure is scheduled to begin shipping to retailers on April 27th. It should begin hitting stores early May. See the new photos after the jump.

Straight from the cover of S.O.D.’s satirical metal album, the band’s Sgt. D character comes to life as a clothed action figure.

Standing 8 inches tall, the figure comes with removable helmet and rifle accessory.

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NECA Halloween 3 Set 002

New photos have been shared by NECA for their upcoming Halloween 3: Season of the Witch 8″ Scale Cloth Action Figure 3-Pack. The new images give us our first look at the final packaged set. The retro clothed style figures are based on the trick or treaters wearing the horrific masks of the Silver shamrock company. They will include trick or treat bags, two masks per kid, swap out hands, and a TV with a lenticular effect. The set finally begins shipping to retailers later this month. Check out the new photos after the jump.

“It’s almost time, kids! The clock is ticking!” From Halloween 3: Season of the Witch, this set of clothed action figures includes the three iconic trick or treaters from the 1982 horror movie.

Each is dressed for a night of fun and each comes with two interchangeable heads: one in the distinctive Silver Shamrock mask and one displaying the effects of the triggered mask. These articulated figures stand approximately 6″ tall and also come with trick or treat bags and a TV set accessory with lenticular effect.

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NECA Candyman Clothed Figure 027

The original Candyman film was released in 1992. It was based on a story by Clive Barker called “The Forbidden”. The film follows a grad student named Helen Lyle, played by Virginia Madsen, researching urban myths. One that catches her attention is the story of Candyman. Legend says that if you say his name five times in a mirror, he will appear and kill the one who summoned him, using a hook on the stump of his right hand. As she investigates, she exposes a group of thugs using the legend of Candyman to silence their victims. Thinking the worst is over, she is confronted by the true Candyman, played by Tony Todd, who begs her to become his victim, so that the legend can live on.

NECA has released a new 8″ scale clothed figure of Candyman. The figure itself is based on the second film in the trilogy, Farewell To the Flesh. It includes a fabric coat, interchangeable portraits, and a removable rotting chest. I picked up the figure from sponsor Entertainment Earth. Read on to check out my thoughts, and a full photo gallery.

Entertainment Earth

Related Entertainment Earth links: Candyman Figure, Ghostface Figure, Creepshow Figure

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under Horror Toy News, Toy Fair

Jaws NECA Figures

One of NECA‘s biggest surprises from Toy Fair 2020 was the unveiling of two figures from Jaws. The classic film about a great white shark terrorizing the small Summer town of Amity Island helped launch Steven Spielberg’s career. For a time, the film was the highest grossing movie of all-time, until a little sci-fi film and took the crown. The new figures from NECA feature both Martin Brody, Amity Island’s Police Chief, as well as Sam Quint, captain of the Orca. The figures will eventually be accompanied by a great white shark, which will release later in the year. Quint and Brody are due for release in September. Check out photos after the jump.

Jaws – 8” Clothed Action Figure – Sam Quint

Jaws is considered one of the greatest achievements in film, paving the way for what would become the Summer blockbuster.

For the first time in the movie’s 45 year history, NECA is happy to announce a brand new 8″ Clothed figure featuring the licensed likeness of Robert Shaw as Sam Quint from the 1975 classic. Standing at 8″ tall, the seasoned shark hunter is equipped with screen accurate accessories and tailored clothing.

Collectors can expect an in-scale companion piece of the great white shark to arrive later this year.

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Jaws – 8” Clothed Action Figure – Chief Martin Brody

Jaws is considered one of the greatest achievements in film, paving the way for what would become the Summer blockbuster.

For the first time in the movie’s 45 year history, NECA is happy to announce a brand new 8″ Clothed figure featuring the licensed likeness of Roy Schneider as Chief Martin Brody from the 1975 classic. Standing at 8″ tall, Brody is equipped with screen accurate accessories and tailored clothing.

Collectors can expect an in-scale companion piece of the great white shark to arrive later this year.

Pre-Order Links: Entertainment Earth • Big Bad Toy Store