Doctor Who: Hide - Action Figure Set

Exclusive to BBC Shop and based on the Series 7 episode Doctor Who Hide. The Doctor, Clara & ‘Dematerialising’ TARDIS!

The Doctor and Clara arrive at a haunted mansion (Caliburn House) which stands alone on a desolate moor. Here they encounter the legendary ghost hunter Professor Alec Palmer and his gifted psychic assistant, Emma Grayling. Palmer is trying to contact a fabled spirit that haunts the house – the Witch of the Well. Much to Clara’s apprehension, The Doctor can’t help but offer their assistance!

• Eleventh Doctor action figure
• Hologram Interface Clara action figure
• Dematerialising TARDIS (Non Electronic)
• 5+ Years

Follow the link to the BBC Shop on the right to pre-order yours today! Use the coupon DOCTOR1 to get 10% off.

Review Format

Hello folks, I just want to pick your brains for a moment!

If you have watched my review of Ace you may have noticed that the way in which the reviews are shot has been changed. Rather than the old format of just pointing a camera and 'go', I have started to narrate separately and shoot the footage separately. Now this reason for this is quite simple, I want them to look more professional. Having a script to follow means there is no hesitation when speaking and that it flows much more smoothly. There's none of that "Um... uh..." and it's more succinct and to the point. In terms of footage, this has also benefited. None of that zooming in and out, going out of focus, figures toppling etc.

I was quite surprised to see so many people say how much they don't like the new format and how they preferred it the other way. Personally, I cannot see what the difference is. One looks more polished is all. Everything said is exactly what I'd say the other way, just tidier.

So what do you prefer the new format or the old, and why do you prefer that particular version?

Thanks guys!

Doctor Who Action Figure Review: Ace from 'Remembrance of the Daleks'

"Come on, Ace, we've got work to do..." She's here! After what seems like an eternity of waiting Ace has arrived! But was she worth the long wait? Find out below!

Ace is available to order from Forbidden Planet International and Forbidden Planet.com.

Ace has been dispatched!

I received a rather pleasant email at 10:48 this morning, informing me that Ace is on her way to my doorstep! It's been a long time coming with delays coming thick and fast, but if you have pre-ordered your Ace figure from Forbidden Planet International, then chances are you'll get a despatch email today or Monday.

I'm crossing fingers, toes and other body parts in the hope that she may, by some miracle of miracles, turn up tomorrow. It's very unlikely, but it has happened once or twice. If Ace does turn up tomorrow, then you can be sure to see the review later in the day. If not, chances are she'll turn up Monday in which case I am not here, so the review will be up Tuesday.

Stay tuned folks! I'll keep the blog updated as soon as I know what's happening!

UPDATE: Ack, no Ace! Alas, Dorothy McShane did not appear in the post today. This means she ought to be here Monday. Stay tuned for the review later on Tuesday!

Fancy having some nightmares? Well then this Joker Life-Size Bust is for you!

Sideshow Collectibles have just released images of their upcoming life-size Joker bust... and it is creepy...

Here's the full press release:

"The deliriously deranged Clown Prince of Crime has returned to wreak his batty brand of mayhem! Sideshow is proud to add Batman’s crazed arch-nemesis, the Joker, to our acclaimed collection of DC Comics Life-Size Busts.

Capturing Mr. J’s distinctively dapper style, we’ve fitted him in colorful layers with a tailored fabric dress shirt, oversize bow tie and jacket. While he has no sleeves to keep his tricks, beware the silk flower on his lapel. There’s no telling what danger, whether Joker venom, toxic poison – or perhaps mere water – it might conceal.

They’ve brought shocking depth and realism to the criminal mastermind’s chillingly maniacal grin and gleeful gaze with a meticulous paint application, glossy acrylic eyes and lifelike teeth. The Joker Life-Size Bust presents Gotham City’s raving lunatic in all his glory, truly an impressive and imposing addition to any collection!

The Joker Life-Size Bust will be priced at $699.99, with payment plans available for as low as $105.00/month. Keep an eye on the Sideshow Newsletter this Thursday, October 3 for pre-order availability and information!"

Doctor Who 50th Anniversary Mugs - BBC Shop

The BBC Shop have launched a range of exclusive mugs to celebrate 50 years of our beloved show. Each mug features one of the Doctor's silhouettes packed with images from their tenure as the Time Lord. The back of the mug also features that Doctor's first and last spoken line on television. £9.99

I think they're brilliant! It's very much like Bif Bang Pow's tumblers, but at a more affordable price and with the addition of a quote. I may have to pick up one or two of these!

You can order yours now by following the ad link to the BBC shop on the righthand side. Spend over £20  and get 10% off your order plus FREE UK Delivery. Enter the code DOCTOR1 under ‘redeem a promotion code’ at checkout, but be quick as the offer ends on 11th October.

Doctor Who Classics: Figures We'd Like to See - Heroes - The Seventh and Eighth Doctors

Time to finish off this series with a look at our remaining Doctors and companions. Not many to speak of here, so let’s go and take a look!

Companions/Supporting Characters

Mel

So she could have been put with old Sixie, but I’ve always seen her more as Seven’s companion. I think the best bet for this one is to do a Dapol and release her pink and blue outfits. A few little sculpt tweaks and repaint. Package her with a Tetrap, that would be awesome! I know people won’t be queuing for this one!

Grace

Well it would be nice to let Eight have someone to call his companion on the toy shelf. Sadly this little lady is caught up in all sorts of embargos and copyright spiel. Learn from the BBC’s mistakes, don’t partner with other networks as it just causes merchandise impossibilities. The obvious variation is the grey coat and pink blouse. Sadly there’s next to no re-release opportunities, making this an even less likely figure.

The Brigadier

Ah yes, from Battlefield. A real must have for me. Perfect for posing with the later Doctors, and I’m sure certain fans would get a real buzz putting this one with Doctors Nine to Eleven. Release him with the Destroyer, that would be marvelous!

Chang Lee

Again, never going to happen! But it would be nice to fill up the Eighth Doctor era on our toy shelves. Could easily come packaged with the Master in either his Terminator gear or ceremonial robes.

Sabalom Glitz

Shared between Doctors Six and Seven, I’ve add him here to even out the articles! I’m sure some readers have no idea who this chap is, but he appeared in several episodes of Trial of a Time Lord and Dragonfire. This space Del Boy in space would make for an interesting addition, and I for one would be pleased to see him. Packaged with Drathro or the Dragon itself!

So that’s it! Not many companions or supporting characters to mention. Now in an ideal world I would add Charley Pollard, and my personal favourite, Lucie Miller to the list. Heck, I’d even add Izzy and Destrii! Sadly I know these figures are totally off limits. Perhaps that’s a list for another time.

Seventh Doctor

Solemn Hatted Head

There’s no need to even explain this one, it’s obvious why we need it to happen.

Duffle Coat

Well this is another of those “We know it’s been sculpted” figures. Originally planned as part of the second 11 Doctors Set, this would be a nice addition. Packaged with Haemovores  or the Ancient One. Lovely!

TV Movie

My brother is going to hate me for adding this one (he has some bizarre vendetta against this outfit as it’s not his ‘proper’ TV costume) but for the rest of us who are less petty, this would be an excellent release. Only seen once, but favoured my many. Not sure how it would be released. Perhaps with a variant of the Eighth Doctor?

Jacketless

This one could have two releases with a repaint of the tie to match the particular seasons. Would be a really cool one to show off the jumper detail.

Tartan Scarf

Although there has already been a Time and the Rani version released, that was just a repackaged Seventh Doctor from the Imperial Dalek two pack. So how's about a real one this time? Just repaint the scarf, simple enough! 

Regeneration

A repaint and a head/hand swap. Okay, so he'll be slightly too tall, but it didn't stop them swapping the heads with five and six. 

Eighth Doctor

Dark Eyes

Since Big Finish used this outfit on their CD cover, people have been desperate for this figure. Now I’m of mixed opinions on this costume. It’s grown on me since I first saw it, and it does suit McGann… but it’s too much like Nine’s. I like my Doctor’s to be individuals, and the idea that McGann adopted leather, which carried over to Hurt, which then was left to Eccleston… well it’s all a bit much. Still, the canonicity of this outfit remains dubious. So unless the 8^th Doctor turns up in the 50^th wearing it, this one’s open for interpretation. Too much tooling to ever happen!

Jacketless

Not actually seen in the film, but seen in many publicity photos. This one seems to be a keen choice with customisers and no doubt an easy retool.

Comic Book Version Two

The same as we have coming in the Toys R Us two-pack, but with no cravat and an open shirt. Too much new tooling sadly.

There we have it, the end of this particular line up of articles. Perhaps I’ll do monster/companions from other media in the future, I’m sure there are plenty people would love to see. Sadly with the line slowing down and talk of the classic slipping into the 3.75” line, many of the characters mentioned these last number of weeks will never make it to the toy aisle. Until next time folks!