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05.03.2026 • THE BRIDE
If you don't find our Mick at home in the evening, chances are he's at the cinema again. That was the case yesterday, when he saw a preview screening of Maggie Gyllenhaal's »The Bride!«. Let's hear it, Mick, what did you think of the film?
In James Whale's »Bride of Frankenstein« from 1935, Dr. Frankenstein and Dr. Pretorius create a companion for the monster (Boris Karloff). Tragically, the creature recoils from the monster, his love remains unrequited. And so, there is only one memorable scene with the bride before the monster blows up the laboratory. Even though we only see her in this one scene, she has become an icon of classic horror cinema. Elsa Lanchester plays the bride and, in a prologue to the story, also the author Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley.
We find this dual role, albeit in a modified form, in Gyllenhaal's film as well. Jessie Buckley portrays both characters. In Gyllenhaal's film, the bride is finally allowed more space and to emancipate herself.
The film opens with Mary Shelley, who addresses us theatrically in a high-contrast black-and-white close-up. She introduces herself as the creator of »Frankenstein«, explains that she still had many plans, but illness and her death prevented them, and that she is searching for a way to escape her grave. This is terribly pretentious, and the film had already lost me before it even really began, even though I had been really looking forward to it.
Mary introduces us to Ida at a Mafia ball in Chicago in the early 1930s. Ida is suddenly possessed with Mary, torrents of words pouring out of her with an English accent as if she had Tourette syndrome. Ida also levels serious accusations against the leading Mafia boss, thus sealing her fate, and she quickly meets her death.
Christian Bale embodies Frankenstein's monster. His makeup is somewhat reminiscent of Karloff's mask. Bale portrays him as a lonely, sympathetic, and sensitive character. He loves the cinema, especially the dance films of that era. His on-screen hero is Ronnie Reed, played by Maggie's brother, Jake Gyllenhaal (somewhat underutilized in the role). When Frank fantasizes himself into a movie in a tailcoat and top hat, it reminds me of similar scenes from Mel Brooks's »Young Frankenstein«, and I wondered: Perhaps it's all not meant to be taken seriously?
Frank suffers immensely from loneliness and longs for a companion. He asks the brilliant scientist Dr. Euphronius, solidly portrayed by Annette Bening, for help. They exhume Ida's body and bring it to Euphronius's laboratory, where the Bride is revived. She has no memory of her life, and she is told that she is Frank's Bride and that she has suffered an accident.
Jessie Buckley as the Bride is truly a force of nature. I recently saw her in her Oscar-nominated role in »Hamnet«, and now her brilliant portrayal of the Bride, in which she unleashes an incredibly wide range of emotions – vulnerable at times, unleashed, freaky, brutal. She practically bursts off the screen.
Then there are the detectives Jake Wiles, played by Gyllenhaal's husband Peter Sarsgaard, and Myrna Mallow , portrayed by Penélope Cruz. The two are hot on the trail of the monsters, with Myrna being the clever one, but as a woman in the 1930s, she doesn't have much say.
Technically, the film is brilliant. The cinematography, set design, costumes, and overall production are all top-notch. Bale and Buckley also deliver compelling performances, and there are some truly great scenes. However, the film tries to do too much and feels somewhat disjointed. There's a truly great dance scene, but it seems to be more of an end in itself. As expected, the theme is female empowerment, which is presented for much of the film as a punky »Bonnie and Clyde« ballad, ultimately veering into »Joker« and (even worse) »Joker: Folie à Deux«.
Maggie Gyllenhaal takes a risk, but to me, the whole thing feels overambitious and, despite its undeniable quality, quite cumbersome. Ultimately, it feels like style over substance. I couldn't fully enjoy the film. Some aspects, like Penélope Cruz's role, are simply too on the nose for my taste, causing the film to undermine itself and its message. I'm not saying »The Bride!« is a bad movie, but it didn't hook me and was, unfortunately, disappointing. However, I've also read and seen reviews that praise it, so it's best to form your own opinion. Let me know in the comments how you experienced the film!
In James Whale's »Bride of Frankenstein« from 1935, Dr. Frankenstein and Dr. Pretorius create a companion for the monster (Boris Karloff). Tragically, the creature recoils from the monster, his love remains unrequited. And so, there is only one memorable scene with the bride before the monster blows up the laboratory. Even though we only see her in this one scene, she has become an icon of classic horror cinema. Elsa Lanchester plays the bride and, in a prologue to the story, also the author Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley.
We find this dual role, albeit in a modified form, in Gyllenhaal's film as well. Jessie Buckley portrays both characters. In Gyllenhaal's film, the bride is finally allowed more space and to emancipate herself.
The film opens with Mary Shelley, who addresses us theatrically in a high-contrast black-and-white close-up. She introduces herself as the creator of »Frankenstein«, explains that she still had many plans, but illness and her death prevented them, and that she is searching for a way to escape her grave. This is terribly pretentious, and the film had already lost me before it even really began, even though I had been really looking forward to it.
Mary introduces us to Ida at a Mafia ball in Chicago in the early 1930s. Ida is suddenly possessed with Mary, torrents of words pouring out of her with an English accent as if she had Tourette syndrome. Ida also levels serious accusations against the leading Mafia boss, thus sealing her fate, and she quickly meets her death.
Christian Bale embodies Frankenstein's monster. His makeup is somewhat reminiscent of Karloff's mask. Bale portrays him as a lonely, sympathetic, and sensitive character. He loves the cinema, especially the dance films of that era. His on-screen hero is Ronnie Reed, played by Maggie's brother, Jake Gyllenhaal (somewhat underutilized in the role). When Frank fantasizes himself into a movie in a tailcoat and top hat, it reminds me of similar scenes from Mel Brooks's »Young Frankenstein«, and I wondered: Perhaps it's all not meant to be taken seriously?
Frank suffers immensely from loneliness and longs for a companion. He asks the brilliant scientist Dr. Euphronius, solidly portrayed by Annette Bening, for help. They exhume Ida's body and bring it to Euphronius's laboratory, where the Bride is revived. She has no memory of her life, and she is told that she is Frank's Bride and that she has suffered an accident.
Jessie Buckley as the Bride is truly a force of nature. I recently saw her in her Oscar-nominated role in »Hamnet«, and now her brilliant portrayal of the Bride, in which she unleashes an incredibly wide range of emotions – vulnerable at times, unleashed, freaky, brutal. She practically bursts off the screen.
Then there are the detectives Jake Wiles, played by Gyllenhaal's husband Peter Sarsgaard, and Myrna Mallow , portrayed by Penélope Cruz. The two are hot on the trail of the monsters, with Myrna being the clever one, but as a woman in the 1930s, she doesn't have much say.
Technically, the film is brilliant. The cinematography, set design, costumes, and overall production are all top-notch. Bale and Buckley also deliver compelling performances, and there are some truly great scenes. However, the film tries to do too much and feels somewhat disjointed. There's a truly great dance scene, but it seems to be more of an end in itself. As expected, the theme is female empowerment, which is presented for much of the film as a punky »Bonnie and Clyde« ballad, ultimately veering into »Joker« and (even worse) »Joker: Folie à Deux«.
Maggie Gyllenhaal takes a risk, but to me, the whole thing feels overambitious and, despite its undeniable quality, quite cumbersome. Ultimately, it feels like style over substance. I couldn't fully enjoy the film. Some aspects, like Penélope Cruz's role, are simply too on the nose for my taste, causing the film to undermine itself and its message. I'm not saying »The Bride!« is a bad movie, but it didn't hook me and was, unfortunately, disappointing. However, I've also read and seen reviews that praise it, so it's best to form your own opinion. Let me know in the comments how you experienced the film!
04.03.2026 • YOUNG SHERLOCK
Today, the new series »Young Sherlock« premieres on Prime Video, exploring, as the title suggests, the origins of the young Sherlock Holmes.
The show is a loose adaptation of Andrew Lane's »Young Sherlock Holmes« book series, which in turn is based on the works of Arthur Conan Doyle. In the eight episodes, we follow Hero Fiennes Tiffin as Sherlock through his time at Oxford University, where the rebellious and undisciplined student befriends James Moriarty. When he becomes embroiled in a murder case and falls under suspicion himself, he must uncover a conspiracy – Sherlock Holmes' first case and the birth of the master detective!
Guy Ritchie, who already has experience with the source material, was on board as director and executive producer. His two Sherlock Holmes films starring Robert Downey Jr. in the title role are by no means masterpieces and focus more on action than complex detective work, but they are certainly entertaining. The trailer for »Young Sherlock« gives a similar impression:
https://youtu.be/rXMrTALO2ME
Will you be watching the series?
The show is a loose adaptation of Andrew Lane's »Young Sherlock Holmes« book series, which in turn is based on the works of Arthur Conan Doyle. In the eight episodes, we follow Hero Fiennes Tiffin as Sherlock through his time at Oxford University, where the rebellious and undisciplined student befriends James Moriarty. When he becomes embroiled in a murder case and falls under suspicion himself, he must uncover a conspiracy – Sherlock Holmes' first case and the birth of the master detective!
Guy Ritchie, who already has experience with the source material, was on board as director and executive producer. His two Sherlock Holmes films starring Robert Downey Jr. in the title role are by no means masterpieces and focus more on action than complex detective work, but they are certainly entertaining. The trailer for »Young Sherlock« gives a similar impression:
https://youtu.be/rXMrTALO2ME
Will you be watching the series?
04.03.2026 • HOPPERS
The latest Disney Pixar production, »Hoppers«, is hitting cinemas. Our Mick had the opportunity to see the 30th Pixar film at a preview screening last weekend. Here are his thoughts:
Even as a child, Mabel Tanaka loved animals more than anything. She shares this love of nature with her grandmother. Together, they spend a lot of time at a small forest lake in a clearing. Mabel promises her grandmother that she will always protect this place.
She has since grown into a rebellious nineteen-year-old, and the lake is threatened by the popular mayor, Jerry Generazzo, who wants to build a highway right through the clearing. Mabel protests the project and collects signatures as the highway takes shape. She confronts the mayor, as it ultimately affects the habitat of many animals. "What animals?" Jerry retorts. "There aren't any animals left." And indeed, the entire landscape seems deserted. If only a beaver, as a keystone species, would settle there, other species would follow.
At night, Mabel observes a beaver being loaded into a van and taken to the university. There, Mabel discovers that university lecturer Dr. Sam has developed a technique to transfer human consciousness into an animal robot, a process called 'hopping'. Mabel uses this technique, and in the form of a beaver, she meets the emigrated animals, including George, the king of the mammals. In her avatar form, she is able to communicate with the animals. However, in doing so, she also threatens the natural order, and true to her rebellious nature, she instigates a rebellion...
The film is full of endearing and beautifully animated characters who blend seamlessly into their surroundings, whether the laboratory or the forest. On the human side, the scenes between Mabel and her grandmother are the most emotional. The film relies on its visual language without explicitly stating everything. The interaction between the two forms the emotional anchor for Mabel's motivation. The animals are also wonderfully animated and a lot of fun. One clever device is the different way the animals are portrayed, depending on whether they are viewed from a human perspective or from the animal's point of view through the avatar. The film doesn't shy away from the fact that nature is brutal and a matter of predator and prey, which provides material for some decidedly dark humorous scenes.
The major themes are the destruction of animal habitats and the struggle to preserve them. The lovable beaver King George sums up the core message perfectly: "We're all in this together." The film ends on an optimistic, conciliatory note. If we only learn to look and listen, we can gain clarity and insight.
Mabel Tanaka is undoubtedly a character we can't help but care about, but beyond her relationship with her grandmother and her love of animals, we learn nothing about her, and so she unfortunately remains somewhat one-dimensional.
The film offers a number of witty ideas, but doesn't reach the originality and gag density of other Pixar or Disney productions, such as »Inside Out« or »Zootopia«. With a few exceptions (Avatar, King's Paw), the humor is aimed more at a younger audience. I also missed the pop culture references, such as the film quotes in »Zootopia«, which are geared toward an adult audience, like the scene references to »The Silence of the Lambs« or »The Shining«.
The film is pleasant and entertaining, but it certainly won't stay with me for long. However, I'm also somewhat outside the primary target audience.
Even as a child, Mabel Tanaka loved animals more than anything. She shares this love of nature with her grandmother. Together, they spend a lot of time at a small forest lake in a clearing. Mabel promises her grandmother that she will always protect this place.
She has since grown into a rebellious nineteen-year-old, and the lake is threatened by the popular mayor, Jerry Generazzo, who wants to build a highway right through the clearing. Mabel protests the project and collects signatures as the highway takes shape. She confronts the mayor, as it ultimately affects the habitat of many animals. "What animals?" Jerry retorts. "There aren't any animals left." And indeed, the entire landscape seems deserted. If only a beaver, as a keystone species, would settle there, other species would follow.
At night, Mabel observes a beaver being loaded into a van and taken to the university. There, Mabel discovers that university lecturer Dr. Sam has developed a technique to transfer human consciousness into an animal robot, a process called 'hopping'. Mabel uses this technique, and in the form of a beaver, she meets the emigrated animals, including George, the king of the mammals. In her avatar form, she is able to communicate with the animals. However, in doing so, she also threatens the natural order, and true to her rebellious nature, she instigates a rebellion...
The film is full of endearing and beautifully animated characters who blend seamlessly into their surroundings, whether the laboratory or the forest. On the human side, the scenes between Mabel and her grandmother are the most emotional. The film relies on its visual language without explicitly stating everything. The interaction between the two forms the emotional anchor for Mabel's motivation. The animals are also wonderfully animated and a lot of fun. One clever device is the different way the animals are portrayed, depending on whether they are viewed from a human perspective or from the animal's point of view through the avatar. The film doesn't shy away from the fact that nature is brutal and a matter of predator and prey, which provides material for some decidedly dark humorous scenes.
The major themes are the destruction of animal habitats and the struggle to preserve them. The lovable beaver King George sums up the core message perfectly: "We're all in this together." The film ends on an optimistic, conciliatory note. If we only learn to look and listen, we can gain clarity and insight.
Mabel Tanaka is undoubtedly a character we can't help but care about, but beyond her relationship with her grandmother and her love of animals, we learn nothing about her, and so she unfortunately remains somewhat one-dimensional.
The film offers a number of witty ideas, but doesn't reach the originality and gag density of other Pixar or Disney productions, such as »Inside Out« or »Zootopia«. With a few exceptions (Avatar, King's Paw), the humor is aimed more at a younger audience. I also missed the pop culture references, such as the film quotes in »Zootopia«, which are geared toward an adult audience, like the scene references to »The Silence of the Lambs« or »The Shining«.
The film is pleasant and entertaining, but it certainly won't stay with me for long. However, I'm also somewhat outside the primary target audience.
03.03.2026 • TRAILER
Over the past few days, we've stumbled across a handful of trailers, all promising humorous and action-packed entertainment:
Last week, Warner dropped a second trailer for the video game adaptation »Mortal Kombat II«:
https://youtu.be/b24oG7qCwp4
After Johnny Cage was absent from the first film, the fan favorite is now being recruited for part two. The washed-up action star, played by Karl Urban, is set to fight to the death alongside far more battle-hardened warriors for the fate of the world. It all looks like slightly trashy, but entertaining popcorn cinema with epic battles, which we can see on the big screen this May.
Mortal Kombat fans should also definitely check out our shop, as we have some great collectibles from the franchise on offer:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Games/Mortal-Kombat:::4684_5049.html
They're baaaaaack! 13 years after the last part, Anna Faris, Regina Hall, and Marlon Wayans return in »Scary Movie 6«! As usual, no one is spared in this new installment of the series. And over the years, the horror genre has gained several films and characters that the filmmakers can use for their parody. See for yourselves if you can spot all the references:
https://youtu.be/0fZ58S-7QP0
The film opens in theaters in June.
We won't have to wait quite that long for season 2 of the »One Piece« live-action series! The eight new episodes will be released on Netflix on March 10th – and the final trailer is seriously exciting!
https://youtu.be/-sKjdYceH04
Just in time for the release, the 1/6 scale Roronoa Zoro figure from Hot Toys is now in stock, which you can find in our shop along with Luffy:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Serien/One-Piece:::4682_5570.html
With »Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice«, Disney+ will be releasing a time-traveling, double-crossing, ass-kicking comedy on March 27th! Vince Vaughn and James Marsden play Nick and Mike, two gangsters who, along with Alice (Eiza González), get caught up in a complicated web of organized crime and time travel. The trailer certainly looks fun, even if it might already reveal a bit too much:
https://youtu.be/_p2w5G1StzA
Last week, Warner dropped a second trailer for the video game adaptation »Mortal Kombat II«:
https://youtu.be/b24oG7qCwp4
After Johnny Cage was absent from the first film, the fan favorite is now being recruited for part two. The washed-up action star, played by Karl Urban, is set to fight to the death alongside far more battle-hardened warriors for the fate of the world. It all looks like slightly trashy, but entertaining popcorn cinema with epic battles, which we can see on the big screen this May.
Mortal Kombat fans should also definitely check out our shop, as we have some great collectibles from the franchise on offer:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Games/Mortal-Kombat:::4684_5049.html
They're baaaaaack! 13 years after the last part, Anna Faris, Regina Hall, and Marlon Wayans return in »Scary Movie 6«! As usual, no one is spared in this new installment of the series. And over the years, the horror genre has gained several films and characters that the filmmakers can use for their parody. See for yourselves if you can spot all the references:
https://youtu.be/0fZ58S-7QP0
The film opens in theaters in June.
We won't have to wait quite that long for season 2 of the »One Piece« live-action series! The eight new episodes will be released on Netflix on March 10th – and the final trailer is seriously exciting!
https://youtu.be/-sKjdYceH04
Just in time for the release, the 1/6 scale Roronoa Zoro figure from Hot Toys is now in stock, which you can find in our shop along with Luffy:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Serien/One-Piece:::4682_5570.html
With »Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice«, Disney+ will be releasing a time-traveling, double-crossing, ass-kicking comedy on March 27th! Vince Vaughn and James Marsden play Nick and Mike, two gangsters who, along with Alice (Eiza González), get caught up in a complicated web of organized crime and time travel. The trailer certainly looks fun, even if it might already reveal a bit too much:
https://youtu.be/_p2w5G1StzA
02.03.2026 • 50 COLLECTIBLES – NOW 50% OFF
It's time for some amazing bargains again – our 50% sale is back! 🤩
We're taking a one-month break from our ⚡ DEALS OF THE WEEK ⚡ and are instead offering you ten times the special deals. Throughout March, you'll find 50 collectibles at half price in our shop – until the end of the month or while supplies last. And as soon as an item sells out, the next one will be added. So check our SALE SECTION regularly!
Discover 50 COLLECTIBLES – 50% OFF!
space-figuren.de/sale
We're taking a one-month break from our ⚡ DEALS OF THE WEEK ⚡ and are instead offering you ten times the special deals. Throughout March, you'll find 50 collectibles at half price in our shop – until the end of the month or while supplies last. And as soon as an item sells out, the next one will be added. So check our SALE SECTION regularly!
Discover 50 COLLECTIBLES – 50% OFF!
space-figuren.de/sale
01.03.2026 • PRODUCT OF THE MONTH MARCH 2026
Alongside Count Dracula, Blade, and Lestat de Lioncourt, Vampirella undoubtedly ranks among the most iconic vampire figures ever produced by pop culture. She first saw the light of day in 1969 in the form of a black-and-white comic. Her long black hair, skin-tight leather boots, and revealing red costume quickly burned themselves into the cultural memory of the nerd community. In her adventures, elements of horror, science fiction, and eroticism are woven into a truly distinctive blend.
Like Blade, Vampirella is not conceived as an enemy of humankind, but instead acts as a protector. However, if humans cause her trouble, she is more than ready for a skirmish. But fundamentally, Vampirella strives to keep innocents out of harm's way. For this reason, she also seeks to overcome her dependence on human blood.
Unlike traditional vampires, Vampirella is not portrayed in her origin story as a supernatural embodiment of horror, but rather as an extraterrestrial being who comes to Earth after a catastrophe devastates her home planet, Drakulon. Her abilities and her vampirism are therefore rooted in evolutionary biology. This can also be attributed to the fact that her creator, Forrest J. Ackerman, was well known as a writer, editor, and publisher of science fiction. In fan circles, he is rightly regarded as one of the genre's pioneering forefathers. In later versions and reinterpretations, however, authors toned down this scientific foundation and reimagined her origins in a more demonic and mystical light.
To celebrate the 55th anniversary of the Vampirella franchise, Kotobukiya announced that the vampiric heroine would join its popular Horror Bishoujo line-up. This series is characterized by creative poses combined with a touch of playful sensuality. The same approach is realized in the 1/7 Scale Vampirella Bishoujo PVC Statue: Vampirella leans against a cross-shaped gravestone, playfully twirling her hair. The sensual, diabolical impression is underscored by a bat swooping past her. Vampi's gaze is challenging, seductive, and brimming with confidence.
Naturally, we always take a particularly close look whenever the team at Koto releases a new Bishoujo figure. And let's be honest: we've never really been disappointed. That Vampirella had to be crowned 💥 Product of the Month 💥 for March 2026 is also due to the statue's conceptual ambition: the designers ensured that, depending on the chosen position and display angle, a different facet of the vampiric lady from the planet Drakulon is brought to the forefront.
But no matter which mood you prefer, we are convinced that this Bishoujo statue will be a striking addition to your collection!
Like Blade, Vampirella is not conceived as an enemy of humankind, but instead acts as a protector. However, if humans cause her trouble, she is more than ready for a skirmish. But fundamentally, Vampirella strives to keep innocents out of harm's way. For this reason, she also seeks to overcome her dependence on human blood.
Unlike traditional vampires, Vampirella is not portrayed in her origin story as a supernatural embodiment of horror, but rather as an extraterrestrial being who comes to Earth after a catastrophe devastates her home planet, Drakulon. Her abilities and her vampirism are therefore rooted in evolutionary biology. This can also be attributed to the fact that her creator, Forrest J. Ackerman, was well known as a writer, editor, and publisher of science fiction. In fan circles, he is rightly regarded as one of the genre's pioneering forefathers. In later versions and reinterpretations, however, authors toned down this scientific foundation and reimagined her origins in a more demonic and mystical light.
To celebrate the 55th anniversary of the Vampirella franchise, Kotobukiya announced that the vampiric heroine would join its popular Horror Bishoujo line-up. This series is characterized by creative poses combined with a touch of playful sensuality. The same approach is realized in the 1/7 Scale Vampirella Bishoujo PVC Statue: Vampirella leans against a cross-shaped gravestone, playfully twirling her hair. The sensual, diabolical impression is underscored by a bat swooping past her. Vampi's gaze is challenging, seductive, and brimming with confidence.
Naturally, we always take a particularly close look whenever the team at Koto releases a new Bishoujo figure. And let's be honest: we've never really been disappointed. That Vampirella had to be crowned 💥 Product of the Month 💥 for March 2026 is also due to the statue's conceptual ambition: the designers ensured that, depending on the chosen position and display angle, a different facet of the vampiric lady from the planet Drakulon is brought to the forefront.
But no matter which mood you prefer, we are convinced that this Bishoujo statue will be a striking addition to your collection!
27.02.2026 • REQUIEM FOR THE DEAD. NIGHTMARE FOR THE LIVING.
Today, »Resident Evil« fans are screaming – in both joy and fear! »Resident Evil Requiem« is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, and Windows. Prepare yourself for atmospheric horror in a post-apocalyptic setting, where you'll encounter both fresh and familiar faces. We're talking about FBI intelligence analyst Grace Ashcroft, introduced as the new protagonist, and DSO agent Leon S. Kennedy, whom we've come to know and love from several past installments of the video game series.
The game blends two distinct characters and, with them, two styles that Capcom claims have never been seen in »Resident Evil« with such an immersive scope. While we experience true terror through Grace's eyes, Leon brings ruthless action and firepower to the table. You can choose to play in either first-person or third-person perspective. In any case, the trailer is already visually stunning, and the reunion with Leon promises those good old Resi vibes:
https://youtu.be/fXVy4mALHLY
In 2028, 30 years after the incident in Raccoon City, Leon returns to the place of his first nightmare. There, he encounters Grace Ashcroft, who is investigating a murder case at the hotel where her mother was once killed. Shortly thereafter, both become entangled in the dark schemes of Dr. Victor Gideon, who seeks to complete the legacy of Umbrella with new biological weapons.
If you are just as much of a »Resident Evil« veteran as Leon S. Kennedy, »Requiem« will not be your first encounter with this franchise that has been celebrated for decades. Luckily for you, you don't have to scour every corner for valuable resources like the adept agent. In our shop, you will find several high-quality collectibles that could enrich your collection. Among others, we have incredibly detailed statues from Prime 1 Studio to choose from, including the 1/4 Leon S. Kennedy vs. Chainsaw Villager Ultimate Premium Masterline Statue from the »Resident Evil 4« remake. Also not to be overlooked is the Nemesis Life-Size Bust by Pure Arts from »Resident Evil 3«. Feel free to check out what else there is to discover:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Games/Resident-Evil:::4684_5093.html?language=en
Are you excited for the new horror experience in Raccoon City?
The game blends two distinct characters and, with them, two styles that Capcom claims have never been seen in »Resident Evil« with such an immersive scope. While we experience true terror through Grace's eyes, Leon brings ruthless action and firepower to the table. You can choose to play in either first-person or third-person perspective. In any case, the trailer is already visually stunning, and the reunion with Leon promises those good old Resi vibes:
https://youtu.be/fXVy4mALHLY
In 2028, 30 years after the incident in Raccoon City, Leon returns to the place of his first nightmare. There, he encounters Grace Ashcroft, who is investigating a murder case at the hotel where her mother was once killed. Shortly thereafter, both become entangled in the dark schemes of Dr. Victor Gideon, who seeks to complete the legacy of Umbrella with new biological weapons.
If you are just as much of a »Resident Evil« veteran as Leon S. Kennedy, »Requiem« will not be your first encounter with this franchise that has been celebrated for decades. Luckily for you, you don't have to scour every corner for valuable resources like the adept agent. In our shop, you will find several high-quality collectibles that could enrich your collection. Among others, we have incredibly detailed statues from Prime 1 Studio to choose from, including the 1/4 Leon S. Kennedy vs. Chainsaw Villager Ultimate Premium Masterline Statue from the »Resident Evil 4« remake. Also not to be overlooked is the Nemesis Life-Size Bust by Pure Arts from »Resident Evil 3«. Feel free to check out what else there is to discover:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Games/Resident-Evil:::4684_5093.html?language=en
Are you excited for the new horror experience in Raccoon City?
26.02.2026 • SCREAM 7
»Scream 7« is hitting cinemas right now. Our Mick had the opportunity to see the film at a preview screening yesterday. Here are his thoughts:
Slasher films had their heyday in the 1980s. Eventually, the wave subsided, and by the mid-90s, slashers were a dying genre. Then, in 1996, »Scream«, with its self-referential approach to horror, revitalized the subgenre for good.
Now, 30 years later, we've arrived at the seventh installment in the series. The road to this film was fraught with difficulties. In »Scream 5« the baton was passed to the Carpenter sisters, portrayed by Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega. Sidney Prescott was no longer involved in »Scream 6« because the studio and Neve Campbell couldn't agree on the pay. After the film's release, the news came one after the other. Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett dropped out because they were busy with their film »Abigail« when filming was scheduled to begin. Christopher B. Landon was then slated to direct. Melissa Barrera was fired due to a controversial Instagram post, and Jenna Ortega also left. For Landon, the project was deadlocked without his leading ladies, and to make matters worse, he faced online death threats and hate comments, which mistakenly blamed him for the Barrera situation. Ultimately, original writer Kevin Williamson took over directing duties, and Neve Campbell returned.
The opening sequence plays on the Stab fandom and takes us to a reconstruction of Stu Macher's house, the site of the showdown in the first and fifth film, which serves as a kind of morbid Airbnb. A couple rents the place, views and comments on the devotional objects of the Woodsboro murders, and, unsurprisingly, is eventually dispatched by a Ghostface killer.
Sidney Prescott-Evans is married, lives in a small town, has three children, and runs a café. Her younger kids are currently visiting relatives. Only her 17-year-old daughter, Tatum (Isabel May), is with her. Due to her own traumatic past, Sidney is suspicious of Tatum's boyfriend, Ben. The relationship between mother and daughter is strained. The film takes its time at the beginning and gets going slowly. Then Sidney receives a threatening phone call ...
The events of the intro sequence lead to Gale Weathers' arrival in Sidney's small town. She is accompanied by her interns, Mindy and Chad Meeks-Martin, whom we know from parts 5 and 6. In the two previous films, horror fan Mindy acted as the explainer, providing the appropriate commentary on the genre. The meta aspect is significantly toned down in »Scream 7«, and there are few pop culture references. But there wouldn't be much new to say anyway.
The film has a satisfying level of violence and delivers some inventive kills and a few genuinely exciting scenes. The whodunit aspect of the story lays out a few red herrings, but those familiar with the genre and the Scream films won't fall for them. A recurring problem with the series has always been the motivation of the Ghostface killers. Family ties and resulting revenge plots have been fabricated, or the perpetrators have been portrayed as social media addicts or deranged Stab fans. Unfortunately, the resolution in »Scream 7« is the most bland of the entire series and is a complete disappointment.
But putting that aside, the film was quite entertaining. For me, the »Scream« series is a bit like a burger: not particularly nutritious, and certainly not healthy, but sometimes I get a craving for one. For the moment, it simply tastes delicious, even if I'm hungry again after two hours.
Slasher films had their heyday in the 1980s. Eventually, the wave subsided, and by the mid-90s, slashers were a dying genre. Then, in 1996, »Scream«, with its self-referential approach to horror, revitalized the subgenre for good.
Now, 30 years later, we've arrived at the seventh installment in the series. The road to this film was fraught with difficulties. In »Scream 5« the baton was passed to the Carpenter sisters, portrayed by Melissa Barrera and Jenna Ortega. Sidney Prescott was no longer involved in »Scream 6« because the studio and Neve Campbell couldn't agree on the pay. After the film's release, the news came one after the other. Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett dropped out because they were busy with their film »Abigail« when filming was scheduled to begin. Christopher B. Landon was then slated to direct. Melissa Barrera was fired due to a controversial Instagram post, and Jenna Ortega also left. For Landon, the project was deadlocked without his leading ladies, and to make matters worse, he faced online death threats and hate comments, which mistakenly blamed him for the Barrera situation. Ultimately, original writer Kevin Williamson took over directing duties, and Neve Campbell returned.
The opening sequence plays on the Stab fandom and takes us to a reconstruction of Stu Macher's house, the site of the showdown in the first and fifth film, which serves as a kind of morbid Airbnb. A couple rents the place, views and comments on the devotional objects of the Woodsboro murders, and, unsurprisingly, is eventually dispatched by a Ghostface killer.
Sidney Prescott-Evans is married, lives in a small town, has three children, and runs a café. Her younger kids are currently visiting relatives. Only her 17-year-old daughter, Tatum (Isabel May), is with her. Due to her own traumatic past, Sidney is suspicious of Tatum's boyfriend, Ben. The relationship between mother and daughter is strained. The film takes its time at the beginning and gets going slowly. Then Sidney receives a threatening phone call ...
The events of the intro sequence lead to Gale Weathers' arrival in Sidney's small town. She is accompanied by her interns, Mindy and Chad Meeks-Martin, whom we know from parts 5 and 6. In the two previous films, horror fan Mindy acted as the explainer, providing the appropriate commentary on the genre. The meta aspect is significantly toned down in »Scream 7«, and there are few pop culture references. But there wouldn't be much new to say anyway.
The film has a satisfying level of violence and delivers some inventive kills and a few genuinely exciting scenes. The whodunit aspect of the story lays out a few red herrings, but those familiar with the genre and the Scream films won't fall for them. A recurring problem with the series has always been the motivation of the Ghostface killers. Family ties and resulting revenge plots have been fabricated, or the perpetrators have been portrayed as social media addicts or deranged Stab fans. Unfortunately, the resolution in »Scream 7« is the most bland of the entire series and is a complete disappointment.
But putting that aside, the film was quite entertaining. For me, the »Scream« series is a bit like a burger: not particularly nutritious, and certainly not healthy, but sometimes I get a craving for one. For the moment, it simply tastes delicious, even if I'm hungry again after two hours.
24.02.2026 • TOYS & MUMMIES
Today we have two trailers for you that couldn't be more different. While the first film is a colorful adventure for the whole family, the second delivers hardcore horror and is probably rated 16+.
With »Toy Story«, Pixar created a milestone of film history in 1995, presenting the first feature-length film entirely computer-animated. The film was packed with brilliant directorial ideas, fast-paced and funny, yet also deeply emotional and a celebration of friendship. The success of »Toy Story« spawned three sequels, each imaginative and with compelling themes. The fifth installment in the series will be released in theaters on June 19.
In »Toy Story 5«, Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and the rest of the toy gang face a completely new threat. When Bonnie receives a Lilypad tablet as a gift, she quickly becomes obsessed with it and loses sight of her old toys. Woody and his friends must defend themselves against the technological threat and try everything they can to lure Bonnie away from the screen and get her back to playing. Here's the trailer:
https://youtu.be/c51ND9Hdbw0
»Lee Cronin's The Mummy« was produced by James Wan and Blumhouse. Director and writer Lee Cronin already proved his knack for the horror genre with »Evil Dead Rise«.
In his latest work a journalist's young daughter vanishes without a trace in the desert. Eight years later, the fractured family is shocked when she returns, as what should have been a joyful reunion turns into a nightmare.
The trailer definitely whets our appetite for more, and we're eager to see what new aspects, twists, and turns Lee Cronin can bring to the old mummy subgenre:
https://youtu.be/XJ0uv-phsDk
»Lee Cronin's The Mummy« is hitting cinemas on April 17.
With »Toy Story«, Pixar created a milestone of film history in 1995, presenting the first feature-length film entirely computer-animated. The film was packed with brilliant directorial ideas, fast-paced and funny, yet also deeply emotional and a celebration of friendship. The success of »Toy Story« spawned three sequels, each imaginative and with compelling themes. The fifth installment in the series will be released in theaters on June 19.
In »Toy Story 5«, Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and the rest of the toy gang face a completely new threat. When Bonnie receives a Lilypad tablet as a gift, she quickly becomes obsessed with it and loses sight of her old toys. Woody and his friends must defend themselves against the technological threat and try everything they can to lure Bonnie away from the screen and get her back to playing. Here's the trailer:
https://youtu.be/c51ND9Hdbw0
»Lee Cronin's The Mummy« was produced by James Wan and Blumhouse. Director and writer Lee Cronin already proved his knack for the horror genre with »Evil Dead Rise«.
In his latest work a journalist's young daughter vanishes without a trace in the desert. Eight years later, the fractured family is shocked when she returns, as what should have been a joyful reunion turns into a nightmare.
The trailer definitely whets our appetite for more, and we're eager to see what new aspects, twists, and turns Lee Cronin can bring to the old mummy subgenre:
https://youtu.be/XJ0uv-phsDk
»Lee Cronin's The Mummy« is hitting cinemas on April 17.
23.02.2026 • ANOTHER DAY IN PARADISE
Today, the second season of the Hulu series »Paradise« premieres with the first three episodes on Disney+.
Sterling K. Brown plays Secret Service agent Xavier Collins, who protects the former President of the United States in a small, peaceful community. When he finds the president murdered in the bedroom of his residence one morning, Collins begins his investigation...
That's how it started in the first episode of season one, and we thought we were watching a typical political thriller, only to have the rug pulled out from under us at the end of the episode and realize that everything is completely different. A few initial surprises were followed by a kind of »Truman Show« feeling, and we realized we were watching a dystopian sci-fi thriller. We hadn't seen that coming, and the series had us hooked from that point on. In the remaining episodes the story then took several twists and turns, constantly raising new questions.
Now the show finally continues, and we're eagerly looking for answers, new riddles, and what awaits us beyond this small community.
If the first season passed you by unnoticed, you absolutely must catch up on these eight episodes. It's worth it! The series is completely unpredictable and very well produced. Besides Sterling K. Brown as the Secret Service agent, Julianne Nicholson shines as the mastermind Sinatra.
Sterling K. Brown plays Secret Service agent Xavier Collins, who protects the former President of the United States in a small, peaceful community. When he finds the president murdered in the bedroom of his residence one morning, Collins begins his investigation...
That's how it started in the first episode of season one, and we thought we were watching a typical political thriller, only to have the rug pulled out from under us at the end of the episode and realize that everything is completely different. A few initial surprises were followed by a kind of »Truman Show« feeling, and we realized we were watching a dystopian sci-fi thriller. We hadn't seen that coming, and the series had us hooked from that point on. In the remaining episodes the story then took several twists and turns, constantly raising new questions.
Now the show finally continues, and we're eagerly looking for answers, new riddles, and what awaits us beyond this small community.
If the first season passed you by unnoticed, you absolutely must catch up on these eight episodes. It's worth it! The series is completely unpredictable and very well produced. Besides Sterling K. Brown as the Secret Service agent, Julianne Nicholson shines as the mastermind Sinatra.
20.02.2026 • IT CONTINUES.
To wrap up the week, we have two new trailers for sequels we're already really looking forward to:
In summer of 2024, season 2 of »House of the Dragon« ended with a cliffhanger that has kept us on tenterhooks for two years. Now there's a trailer for season 3, which will premiere in June on HBO Max:
https://youtu.be/i6w7O1kwuBk
The trailer is already whetting our appetites for everything we love about the world of »Game of Thrones« and »House of the Dragon«: dark power struggles and intrigue, epic battles, and of course dragons, dragons and more dragons. We're especially excited for the massive naval Battle of the Gullet, which will likely be a long-awaited climax of the series right at the start of season 3. We're eager to see what happens next with the two factions and the Dance of the Dragons.
The Netflix series »Peaky Blinders« ended four years ago with a gut wrenching, awesomely epic but somewhat open-ended sixth season. Now we will finally be given the final film, the show runners were hinting at, at that time: »Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man« releases on March 20th.
In 1940, amidst the chaos of World War II, Tommy Shelby (Cillian Murphy) returns to Birmingham from his self-imposed exile. Nothing less than the fate of his family and the entire country hangs in the balance. Tommy must confront his inner demons and decide whether to embrace his legacy or destroy it. The centre of the narrative will be his relationship to Duke, his illegitimate, full-gipsy son, who is de facto running the Peaky Blinders by now. The trailer looks like a big-screen spectacle:
https://youtu.be/lcvUGs3xaDM
There will also be a limited theatrical run in select cinemas starting March 6th.
There have been several collectibles for both »House of the Dragon« and »Peaky Blinders« in the past, but there's still plenty of room for improvement in both themes.
»House of the Dragon« has only been represented in small scale by McFarlane and Diamond Select Toys so far:
https://www.space-figuren.de/advanced_search_result.php?categories_id=&inc_subcat=1&keywords=House+of+the+Dragon
There's a lot of potential here for a great 1/6 scale series. Threezero has covered »Game of Thrones« quite extensively in the past, but shows no sign of acquiring the license for »House of the Dragon«.
After the bankruptcy of Big Chief Studios (which was based in Birmingham, btw), the 1/6 scale license for »Peaky Blinders« has unfortunately gone dormant. Aside from an Arthur Shelby Art Scale Statue by Iron Studios, nothing new has emerged:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Series/Peaky-Blinders:::4682_4864.html
We hope that the upcoming two seasons of »House of the Dragon«, the new series »A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms« and »Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man« will ultimately lead to some cool new collectibles. They would certainly get pride of place on our shelf!
In summer of 2024, season 2 of »House of the Dragon« ended with a cliffhanger that has kept us on tenterhooks for two years. Now there's a trailer for season 3, which will premiere in June on HBO Max:
https://youtu.be/i6w7O1kwuBk
The trailer is already whetting our appetites for everything we love about the world of »Game of Thrones« and »House of the Dragon«: dark power struggles and intrigue, epic battles, and of course dragons, dragons and more dragons. We're especially excited for the massive naval Battle of the Gullet, which will likely be a long-awaited climax of the series right at the start of season 3. We're eager to see what happens next with the two factions and the Dance of the Dragons.
The Netflix series »Peaky Blinders« ended four years ago with a gut wrenching, awesomely epic but somewhat open-ended sixth season. Now we will finally be given the final film, the show runners were hinting at, at that time: »Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man« releases on March 20th.
In 1940, amidst the chaos of World War II, Tommy Shelby (Cillian Murphy) returns to Birmingham from his self-imposed exile. Nothing less than the fate of his family and the entire country hangs in the balance. Tommy must confront his inner demons and decide whether to embrace his legacy or destroy it. The centre of the narrative will be his relationship to Duke, his illegitimate, full-gipsy son, who is de facto running the Peaky Blinders by now. The trailer looks like a big-screen spectacle:
https://youtu.be/lcvUGs3xaDM
There will also be a limited theatrical run in select cinemas starting March 6th.
There have been several collectibles for both »House of the Dragon« and »Peaky Blinders« in the past, but there's still plenty of room for improvement in both themes.
»House of the Dragon« has only been represented in small scale by McFarlane and Diamond Select Toys so far:
https://www.space-figuren.de/advanced_search_result.php?categories_id=&inc_subcat=1&keywords=House+of+the+Dragon
There's a lot of potential here for a great 1/6 scale series. Threezero has covered »Game of Thrones« quite extensively in the past, but shows no sign of acquiring the license for »House of the Dragon«.
After the bankruptcy of Big Chief Studios (which was based in Birmingham, btw), the 1/6 scale license for »Peaky Blinders« has unfortunately gone dormant. Aside from an Arthur Shelby Art Scale Statue by Iron Studios, nothing new has emerged:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Series/Peaky-Blinders:::4682_4864.html
We hope that the upcoming two seasons of »House of the Dragon«, the new series »A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms« and »Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man« will ultimately lead to some cool new collectibles. They would certainly get pride of place on our shelf!
19.02.2026 • MONSTERS UNDER YOUR BED, MIND SPORES & ICE-COLD REVENGE
A new Thursday – three fresh film picks hitting German cinemas today:
Our favorite for the movie start of the week is clearly »Dust Bunny«: »Hannibal« showrunner Bryan Fuller teams up with Mads Mikkelsen once again and directs this dark, fantastical action thriller like a fever dream. Eight-year-old Aurora (Sophie Sloan) hires the New York hitman from one of the neighbouring apartments, played by Mikkelsen, to take down the monster that supposedly ate her parents. In the US, where the film already opened in December, audiences have compared it to »Amélie«, »Pan's Labyrinth«, and Fuller's own series »Pushing Daisies«. Also starring: Sigourney Weaver, Sheila Atim, and David Dastmalchian.
For even more unhinged monster, or rather zombie hunting, there's »Cold Storage«. Georgina Campbell, »Stranger Things« star Joe Keery, and Liam Neeson do everything they can during a single night shift to prevent an outbreak of a mind-controlling zombie fungus (»The Last of Us« says hi!) from their container warehouse. Critics are especially praising the horror-comedy for never taking itself too seriously, and for knowingly scratching that B-movie itch.
Last but not least, we get Emma Thompson in a role that's pretty unusual for her – one she probably stole from Neeson, leaving him with nothing but the part in »Cold Storage«. In the action thriller »Dead of Winter«, she witnesses the kidnapping of a teenage girl (Laurel Marsden) and then transforms from kind-hearted, recently widowed housewife Barb into an ice-cold, deadly avenger with one goal: saving the girl. Even if the story is a bit heavy on backstory, the film is being praised above all for Thompson's performance and its deep-winter setting.
Our favorite for the movie start of the week is clearly »Dust Bunny«: »Hannibal« showrunner Bryan Fuller teams up with Mads Mikkelsen once again and directs this dark, fantastical action thriller like a fever dream. Eight-year-old Aurora (Sophie Sloan) hires the New York hitman from one of the neighbouring apartments, played by Mikkelsen, to take down the monster that supposedly ate her parents. In the US, where the film already opened in December, audiences have compared it to »Amélie«, »Pan's Labyrinth«, and Fuller's own series »Pushing Daisies«. Also starring: Sigourney Weaver, Sheila Atim, and David Dastmalchian.
For even more unhinged monster, or rather zombie hunting, there's »Cold Storage«. Georgina Campbell, »Stranger Things« star Joe Keery, and Liam Neeson do everything they can during a single night shift to prevent an outbreak of a mind-controlling zombie fungus (»The Last of Us« says hi!) from their container warehouse. Critics are especially praising the horror-comedy for never taking itself too seriously, and for knowingly scratching that B-movie itch.
Last but not least, we get Emma Thompson in a role that's pretty unusual for her – one she probably stole from Neeson, leaving him with nothing but the part in »Cold Storage«. In the action thriller »Dead of Winter«, she witnesses the kidnapping of a teenage girl (Laurel Marsden) and then transforms from kind-hearted, recently widowed housewife Barb into an ice-cold, deadly avenger with one goal: saving the girl. Even if the story is a bit heavy on backstory, the film is being praised above all for Thompson's performance and its deep-winter setting.
18.02.2026 • NEW YORK TOY FAIR 2026
Yesterday, the NEW YORK TOY FAIR 2026 came to a close, and as always, it was an overwhelming sensory experience! We scoured social media and have compiled the most important news and biggest highlights for you. Of course, we haven't seen everything yet, and new videos are still appearing on toy reviewer channels on YouTube. This post can therefore only offer a first glimpse and is not intended to be comprehensive:
At MCFARLANE, sports were the dominant theme. A plethora of NHL, NFL, NBA, and MLB figures were on display – nice, especially because of their great articulation, but of less interest to European audiences. What probably generated the most buzz was the licensing deal they secured with Sony Interactive Entertainment. Some toys for »Helldivers 2« were already on show, and the first figures for »God of War« are also on the horizon. Collectibles for other major PlayStation IPs like »The Last of Us«, »Bloodborne«, »Ghost of Tsushima« and »Horizon« are also in the works. We're particularly curious to see how these figures compare to the competing product from Spin Master. In the gaming section, the Elite Edition Lich King from »World of Warcraft« was certainly another highlight. So far, we have to admit that the Elite Edition lives up to its name – keep it up, McFarlane! Of course, they'll also continue with new characters in the »Mortal Kombat« series and other established franchises (»Fallout«, »Avatar«, Anime, etc.), but instead of listing everything here, we'd rather recommend Pixel Dan's booth tour on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/EyJY-qScGzs
As always, NECA launched a large selection of figures. New licenses include a classic »DuckTales« series and »The Muppets«. The latter is a natural fit, as the manufacturer already has »Sesame Street« in their assortment. Furthermore, there will be a collaboration with McDonald's. NECA has also secured another new license for »Dead by Daylight«, with the Trapper being the first figure revealed. The Fisherman from »I Know What You Did Last Summer« made his debut in the Toony Terrors line. There are also new additions to the Ultimate figures for »Predator: Badlands«. With the Ultimate Eddie from the »Stranger in a Strange Land« artwork, the manufacturer is bringing another Iron Maiden cover to life. If you've been collecting NECA horror figures for a while, you'll surely remember the Pamela Voorhees shrine from »Friday the 13th«. It's now getting a re-release with LEDs that simulate flickering candlelight – awesome!
TRICK OR TREAT STUDIOS is known for dedicating themselves almost exclusively to the horror genre and produce figures in all sorts of scales, such as their series of small, retro-style figures from »Day of the Dead«. Among the slightly larger action figures on display were the »Maniac Cop« and the »Leprechaun«, the latter also available in a giant version with fabric clothing and real hair. We're not entirely sure, but it might even be life-size. The complete lineup of »Killer Klowns From Outer Space« delivered an impressive burst of color. A figure series based on »Creepshow« will be released in 2027; the unpainted prototypes were exhibited in New York. A really cool collectible is the life-size T-60 helmet from »Fallout«. It's a real beast!
The manufacturer ZOMBIE SAILOR'S TOYS exhibited at the Toy Fair for the first time, showcasing a wide range of beautifully painted wrestling action figures. Several movie characters were also on display at their booth. The stylized figures have a somewhat cartoonish feel, which is certainly a matter of taste. There's a series based on »Army of Darkness«, in which the Winged Deadite, along with Ash in several variations, is undoubtedly the highlight. Other stylized figures were available from »Silent Hill« and »Ace Ventura«, among others.
At NACELLE, the second wave of their »Star Trek«" 1/12 scale line was on display. Also really cool are the action figures from the fantastic TV series »The Expanse«, which are already listed for pre-order in our shop.
Mattel may have landed a golden license with »KPop Demon Hunters« (because of »Golden«, get it? 😉). The toy manufacturer already presented a first look at its product range for the film in New York. Besides Nerf guns, card games, and soda cans, we can also look forward to high-quality action figures with interchangeable faces. And for those who prefer the soundtrack, a matching Singing Doll is a great gift for a child, killing two birds with one stone. Of course, the »Masters of the Universe« were even more of a focus for MATTEL. We already published a detailed article about this in our news section yesterday. MOTU fans, be sure to check that out 😎. Besides that, the really cool wrestling legends and Hall of Famers from MATTEL should also be mentioned, especially the absolute and sadly deceased icon Hulk Hogan.
Our Canadian friends at PURE ARTS brought a significant number of high-end collectibles to the Toy Fair. Most of what was on display at their booth in New York was already featured in our "On the Road" video from this year's Nuremberg Toy Fair. However, they unveiled some fantastic new items for »Elden Ring« for the first time in the Big Apple: a scaled replica of Malenia's arm and three highly detailed miniature helmets.
The manufacturer THE LOYAL SUBJECTS was, of course, back in New York after the huge MASK sensation last year. It's already known that wave 2 is in the planning and pre-production phase. But a new variant of Thunderhawk caused a real surprise: the so-called "Hologram Edition" (with a glow-in-the-dark feature!). This special edition will likely be released as an SDCC exclusive. We also thought the Toys"R"Us mini playset was really fun – historically valuable and great for kids to play with, or, of course, a fun nostalgic collectible for us big kids. 😊
You can find a whole series of booth tours on the YouTube channels of
CoolToyReviews:
https://www.youtube.com/@CoolToyReviews
Pixel Dan:
https://www.youtube.com/@Pixel-dan
and NerdNewsToday:
https://www.youtube.com/@NerdNewsToday
You can find many photos of the exhibitions at TOYARK:
https://www.toyark.com/2026/02/15/toy-fair-2026-full-coverage-round-up-with-links-to-all-stories-581491
At MCFARLANE, sports were the dominant theme. A plethora of NHL, NFL, NBA, and MLB figures were on display – nice, especially because of their great articulation, but of less interest to European audiences. What probably generated the most buzz was the licensing deal they secured with Sony Interactive Entertainment. Some toys for »Helldivers 2« were already on show, and the first figures for »God of War« are also on the horizon. Collectibles for other major PlayStation IPs like »The Last of Us«, »Bloodborne«, »Ghost of Tsushima« and »Horizon« are also in the works. We're particularly curious to see how these figures compare to the competing product from Spin Master. In the gaming section, the Elite Edition Lich King from »World of Warcraft« was certainly another highlight. So far, we have to admit that the Elite Edition lives up to its name – keep it up, McFarlane! Of course, they'll also continue with new characters in the »Mortal Kombat« series and other established franchises (»Fallout«, »Avatar«, Anime, etc.), but instead of listing everything here, we'd rather recommend Pixel Dan's booth tour on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/EyJY-qScGzs
As always, NECA launched a large selection of figures. New licenses include a classic »DuckTales« series and »The Muppets«. The latter is a natural fit, as the manufacturer already has »Sesame Street« in their assortment. Furthermore, there will be a collaboration with McDonald's. NECA has also secured another new license for »Dead by Daylight«, with the Trapper being the first figure revealed. The Fisherman from »I Know What You Did Last Summer« made his debut in the Toony Terrors line. There are also new additions to the Ultimate figures for »Predator: Badlands«. With the Ultimate Eddie from the »Stranger in a Strange Land« artwork, the manufacturer is bringing another Iron Maiden cover to life. If you've been collecting NECA horror figures for a while, you'll surely remember the Pamela Voorhees shrine from »Friday the 13th«. It's now getting a re-release with LEDs that simulate flickering candlelight – awesome!
TRICK OR TREAT STUDIOS is known for dedicating themselves almost exclusively to the horror genre and produce figures in all sorts of scales, such as their series of small, retro-style figures from »Day of the Dead«. Among the slightly larger action figures on display were the »Maniac Cop« and the »Leprechaun«, the latter also available in a giant version with fabric clothing and real hair. We're not entirely sure, but it might even be life-size. The complete lineup of »Killer Klowns From Outer Space« delivered an impressive burst of color. A figure series based on »Creepshow« will be released in 2027; the unpainted prototypes were exhibited in New York. A really cool collectible is the life-size T-60 helmet from »Fallout«. It's a real beast!
The manufacturer ZOMBIE SAILOR'S TOYS exhibited at the Toy Fair for the first time, showcasing a wide range of beautifully painted wrestling action figures. Several movie characters were also on display at their booth. The stylized figures have a somewhat cartoonish feel, which is certainly a matter of taste. There's a series based on »Army of Darkness«, in which the Winged Deadite, along with Ash in several variations, is undoubtedly the highlight. Other stylized figures were available from »Silent Hill« and »Ace Ventura«, among others.
At NACELLE, the second wave of their »Star Trek«" 1/12 scale line was on display. Also really cool are the action figures from the fantastic TV series »The Expanse«, which are already listed for pre-order in our shop.
Mattel may have landed a golden license with »KPop Demon Hunters« (because of »Golden«, get it? 😉). The toy manufacturer already presented a first look at its product range for the film in New York. Besides Nerf guns, card games, and soda cans, we can also look forward to high-quality action figures with interchangeable faces. And for those who prefer the soundtrack, a matching Singing Doll is a great gift for a child, killing two birds with one stone. Of course, the »Masters of the Universe« were even more of a focus for MATTEL. We already published a detailed article about this in our news section yesterday. MOTU fans, be sure to check that out 😎. Besides that, the really cool wrestling legends and Hall of Famers from MATTEL should also be mentioned, especially the absolute and sadly deceased icon Hulk Hogan.
Our Canadian friends at PURE ARTS brought a significant number of high-end collectibles to the Toy Fair. Most of what was on display at their booth in New York was already featured in our "On the Road" video from this year's Nuremberg Toy Fair. However, they unveiled some fantastic new items for »Elden Ring« for the first time in the Big Apple: a scaled replica of Malenia's arm and three highly detailed miniature helmets.
The manufacturer THE LOYAL SUBJECTS was, of course, back in New York after the huge MASK sensation last year. It's already known that wave 2 is in the planning and pre-production phase. But a new variant of Thunderhawk caused a real surprise: the so-called "Hologram Edition" (with a glow-in-the-dark feature!). This special edition will likely be released as an SDCC exclusive. We also thought the Toys"R"Us mini playset was really fun – historically valuable and great for kids to play with, or, of course, a fun nostalgic collectible for us big kids. 😊
You can find a whole series of booth tours on the YouTube channels of
CoolToyReviews:
https://www.youtube.com/@CoolToyReviews
Pixel Dan:
https://www.youtube.com/@Pixel-dan
and NerdNewsToday:
https://www.youtube.com/@NerdNewsToday
You can find many photos of the exhibitions at TOYARK:
https://www.toyark.com/2026/02/15/toy-fair-2026-full-coverage-round-up-with-links-to-all-stories-581491
17.02.2026 • DO WE RUN? OR DO WE FIGHT?
After some Star Wars fans were disappointed by the rather "unusual" Super Bowl clip for »The Mandalorian and Grogu«, things should calm down and the goosebumps should return. The new trailer for the upcoming blockbuster has just been released – and it's sure to get you really excited for the film! This is the way:
https://youtu.be/IHWlvwu8t1w
We're absolutely thrilled for May 22nd – what about you?
https://youtu.be/IHWlvwu8t1w
We're absolutely thrilled for May 22nd – what about you?
17.02.2026 • PREDATOR: BADLANDS STREAMING
In November of last year, »Predator: Badlands« hit cinemas. Since last week, you can stream the film on Disney+. If you missed it on the big screen, you should definitely catch up on it now. Of course, a rewatch is also worthwhile. We, for one, loved the film.
Dan Trachtenberg once again directed, daring to break new ground by making the Yautja Dek his main character. The adventure of the young Dek, banished from his clan, and the Weyland Yutani android Thia delivered a wealth of memorable scenes and iconic images. Several collectible manufacturers, most notably Hot Toys and NECA, recognized this potential.
Since its early days as a 1/6 scale toy manufacturer, Hot Toys has consistently secured the licenses for the Predator films. Dek from »Predator: Badlands« is available for preorder as a single figure or in a set with half of Thia on his back. We're willing to bet this will sell out quickly, so better grab it while you can! Hot Toys also recently announced Dek's father as an impressive 37 cm figure. From Trachtenberg's first Predator film, »Prey«, comes the Feral Predator in a Battle Damaged version, and two classic Predator figures are being re-released:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Predator:::4681_5068.html?filter_id%5B0%5D=8
The Predator franchise also has a home at NECA. In the popular 7-inch scale, there's an Ultimate Dek in the Training Armor version and an Ultimate Feral Predator in the Bear Blood version:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Predator:::4681_5068.html?filter_id%5B0%5D=4
And as seen at the New York Toy Fair, a whole bunch of new Badlands figures are coming. Dek appears in his Bone Bison Armor from the showdown scenes with the Weyland Yutani androids. Thia and Bud will be available in a double pack, or rather, a 1½ pack. There's also a family reunion with Dek's brother Kwei and his father. You can get a first look at the new figures in Pixel Dan's video from the New York Toy Fair (around minute 4:50):
https://youtu.be/1bcODkKYdX8
An iconic 'piggyback' statue of Dek & Thia is also available as a 1/10 Scale Art Statue from Iron Studios:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Predator/1-10-Scale-Dek-Thia-Art-Scale-Statue-Predator-Badlands::29698.html
So, plenty of Predator for every budget and apartment size. Here's an overview of all the collectibles:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Predator:::4681_5068.html
Enjoy the movie!
Dan Trachtenberg once again directed, daring to break new ground by making the Yautja Dek his main character. The adventure of the young Dek, banished from his clan, and the Weyland Yutani android Thia delivered a wealth of memorable scenes and iconic images. Several collectible manufacturers, most notably Hot Toys and NECA, recognized this potential.
Since its early days as a 1/6 scale toy manufacturer, Hot Toys has consistently secured the licenses for the Predator films. Dek from »Predator: Badlands« is available for preorder as a single figure or in a set with half of Thia on his back. We're willing to bet this will sell out quickly, so better grab it while you can! Hot Toys also recently announced Dek's father as an impressive 37 cm figure. From Trachtenberg's first Predator film, »Prey«, comes the Feral Predator in a Battle Damaged version, and two classic Predator figures are being re-released:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Predator:::4681_5068.html?filter_id%5B0%5D=8
The Predator franchise also has a home at NECA. In the popular 7-inch scale, there's an Ultimate Dek in the Training Armor version and an Ultimate Feral Predator in the Bear Blood version:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Predator:::4681_5068.html?filter_id%5B0%5D=4
And as seen at the New York Toy Fair, a whole bunch of new Badlands figures are coming. Dek appears in his Bone Bison Armor from the showdown scenes with the Weyland Yutani androids. Thia and Bud will be available in a double pack, or rather, a 1½ pack. There's also a family reunion with Dek's brother Kwei and his father. You can get a first look at the new figures in Pixel Dan's video from the New York Toy Fair (around minute 4:50):
https://youtu.be/1bcODkKYdX8
An iconic 'piggyback' statue of Dek & Thia is also available as a 1/10 Scale Art Statue from Iron Studios:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Predator/1-10-Scale-Dek-Thia-Art-Scale-Statue-Predator-Badlands::29698.html
So, plenty of Predator for every budget and apartment size. Here's an overview of all the collectibles:
https://www.space-figuren.de/Movies/Predator:::4681_5068.html
Enjoy the movie!
17.02.2026 • MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE AT NEW YORK TOY FAIR
One of THE hottest topics for 2026 is, of course, »Masters of the Universe«. Since the release of the movie trailer a few weeks ago, the hype has really taken off. :) We at the S.P.A.C.E Crew can hardly wait for the theatrical release in early June...
The wait is being sweetened, of course, by Mattel's lineup of action figures and vehicles for the film – or at least by their announcements and "first looks", especially during the ongoing New York Toy Fair. We've compiled the latest information for you, because we're just as excited about the toys as we are about the movie.
Mattel will be releasing two brand-new, parallel lines of figures. For most collectors, the "Chronicles" line will likely be the most interesting. This line will initially launch with characters from the new live-action film, but leaves open the possibility of expanding into other areas (such as Filmation or 200x). Mattel has emphasized, however, that this year's focus is entirely on the film and that the "Masterverse" line will not be replaced by "Chronicles," but rather that "Masterverse" is taking a pause for now.
To be honest, we find the size of the new figures a bit questionable. At approximately 6.5 inches, they're slightly smaller than the 7-inch Masterverse figures – but that's our only possible criticism. Otherwise, the figures look fantastic! Some content creators, such as Pixel Dan and Toy Shiz, got a first look unboxing behind the scenes at the Mattel showroom during Toy Fair, so we can already get a first impression of the final products. Great paintwork and sculpting, superb articulation (in over 30 points, including butterfly joints in the shoulders, which is absolutely amazing for iconic poses, especially for He-Man), and of course, the corresponding accessories make us really excited for the series. We also think the packaging design and concept are very well done. You have the option of putting the figures back into their window boxes if you decide to use a "MIB" display option. We are very proud to note that our dear friend Simon Eckert from Berlin is responsible for the design of the Battle Cat box. Great job, Simon!
Now to the big question: "When will the figures be available, or when can I pre-order them from you?":
As of today, there is still an embargo on the new releases, which of course must be observed. No date for an authorized pre-sale has been announced yet. However, we expect it to be at the beginning of April, meaning Mattel isn't currently allowing any hasty online pre-order frenzy. What we can confirm, however, are three things:
1. The official worldwide street date, meaning the first day the figures can be released (whether online or in stores), is April 25, 2026.
2. We definately expect to have (at least) wave 1 of the Chronicles figures – He-Man, Man-At-Arms, Tri-Klops, and Battle Cat – in stock or shipping by this date.
3. The standard figures will be priced around 35¤.
Please keep an eye on our news, our social media channels, and our email newsletter so you don't miss anything.
Presumably, the same timing will apply to the second figure line, which had the working title "First Ones" and has now been called "Core Figures" by Mattel in New York. These are completely new 5.5" figures, clearly distinct from the "Origins" series and not intended to replace them. The Origins line continues, and the new line launches alongside it. The figures are not only smaller but also significantly simpler and cheaper than the "Chronicles" figures, and Mattel is likely addressing these to a younger target group, one that will be recruited or hopefully hooked by the movie. Based on the initial unboxings at Toy Fair, we're genuinely impressed with this line! The sculpts are really good, the articulation (14 points!) promises plenty of play value, the blister cards look cool, and the first vehicle, Roton, is seriously badass! The standard figures will be priced at around 15¤. That's a great entry-level price point, perfect for kids... and their parents, of course. ;)
One more thing about the Origins: It was further confirmed that all mash-ups (the MOTU crossovers with, for example, the Turtles, ThunderCats, or Transformers) will also be "on pause" this year. Whether the focus on the movie is just a welcome distraction to quietly wind down the perhaps less successful sub-lines – or whether they'll continue in 2027 – remains to be seen.
We were already really impressed by the first reveals of the figures at the Nuremberg Toy Fair, but the "in-hand" impressions from Pixel Dan and others have now completely convinced us. 2026 is going to be a huge MOTU year, and we're happy that Mattel seems to be taking the project seriously. By the Power of Grayskull, we're ready and we're really hooked!
The wait is being sweetened, of course, by Mattel's lineup of action figures and vehicles for the film – or at least by their announcements and "first looks", especially during the ongoing New York Toy Fair. We've compiled the latest information for you, because we're just as excited about the toys as we are about the movie.
Mattel will be releasing two brand-new, parallel lines of figures. For most collectors, the "Chronicles" line will likely be the most interesting. This line will initially launch with characters from the new live-action film, but leaves open the possibility of expanding into other areas (such as Filmation or 200x). Mattel has emphasized, however, that this year's focus is entirely on the film and that the "Masterverse" line will not be replaced by "Chronicles," but rather that "Masterverse" is taking a pause for now.
To be honest, we find the size of the new figures a bit questionable. At approximately 6.5 inches, they're slightly smaller than the 7-inch Masterverse figures – but that's our only possible criticism. Otherwise, the figures look fantastic! Some content creators, such as Pixel Dan and Toy Shiz, got a first look unboxing behind the scenes at the Mattel showroom during Toy Fair, so we can already get a first impression of the final products. Great paintwork and sculpting, superb articulation (in over 30 points, including butterfly joints in the shoulders, which is absolutely amazing for iconic poses, especially for He-Man), and of course, the corresponding accessories make us really excited for the series. We also think the packaging design and concept are very well done. You have the option of putting the figures back into their window boxes if you decide to use a "MIB" display option. We are very proud to note that our dear friend Simon Eckert from Berlin is responsible for the design of the Battle Cat box. Great job, Simon!
Now to the big question: "When will the figures be available, or when can I pre-order them from you?":
As of today, there is still an embargo on the new releases, which of course must be observed. No date for an authorized pre-sale has been announced yet. However, we expect it to be at the beginning of April, meaning Mattel isn't currently allowing any hasty online pre-order frenzy. What we can confirm, however, are three things:
1. The official worldwide street date, meaning the first day the figures can be released (whether online or in stores), is April 25, 2026.
2. We definately expect to have (at least) wave 1 of the Chronicles figures – He-Man, Man-At-Arms, Tri-Klops, and Battle Cat – in stock or shipping by this date.
3. The standard figures will be priced around 35¤.
Please keep an eye on our news, our social media channels, and our email newsletter so you don't miss anything.
Presumably, the same timing will apply to the second figure line, which had the working title "First Ones" and has now been called "Core Figures" by Mattel in New York. These are completely new 5.5" figures, clearly distinct from the "Origins" series and not intended to replace them. The Origins line continues, and the new line launches alongside it. The figures are not only smaller but also significantly simpler and cheaper than the "Chronicles" figures, and Mattel is likely addressing these to a younger target group, one that will be recruited or hopefully hooked by the movie. Based on the initial unboxings at Toy Fair, we're genuinely impressed with this line! The sculpts are really good, the articulation (14 points!) promises plenty of play value, the blister cards look cool, and the first vehicle, Roton, is seriously badass! The standard figures will be priced at around 15¤. That's a great entry-level price point, perfect for kids... and their parents, of course. ;)
One more thing about the Origins: It was further confirmed that all mash-ups (the MOTU crossovers with, for example, the Turtles, ThunderCats, or Transformers) will also be "on pause" this year. Whether the focus on the movie is just a welcome distraction to quietly wind down the perhaps less successful sub-lines – or whether they'll continue in 2027 – remains to be seen.
We were already really impressed by the first reveals of the figures at the Nuremberg Toy Fair, but the "in-hand" impressions from Pixel Dan and others have now completely convinced us. 2026 is going to be a huge MOTU year, and we're happy that Mattel seems to be taking the project seriously. By the Power of Grayskull, we're ready and we're really hooked!
16.02.2026 • NEW SERIES TRAILERS
Today we're presenting to you a few new trailers for series we're excited for:
At the beginning of December, we already talked about the reboot of the series »Scrubs« in our news. Now the first proper trailer is here:
https://youtu.be/dJq8WJ5lMec
And it feels wonderfully warm and fuzzy, a bit like coming home. Tuning in is an absolute no-brainer! In the US, the series premieres on February 25th on ABC and is available to stream on Hulu. Internationally, Hulu is usually part of the Disney+ catalogue, so we can probably expect the series to arrive there soon.
It's been ages since we saw the movie »Lord of the Flies«, and even longer since we read the novel by William Golding on which it's based. The story of the English schoolboys stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash and their subsequent descent into barbarism is often used as a point of comparison, from »Lost« and »Yellowjackets« to »Battle Royale« and »Send Help«. Now, a new adaptation of »Lord of the Flies« is coming as a four-part miniseries, starting February 24th on Sky & WOW – our curiosity is piqued! Here's the trailer:
https://youtu.be/3Q9SQ7hTMdg
On Amazon Prime Video dropped a trailer for the crime series »Scarpetta«, based on the novels by Patricia Cornwell and starring Nicole Kidman in the title role:
https://youtu.be/RSpvGC0_XLM
The cast also includes Jamie Lee Curtis, Bobby Cannavale, and Simon Baker. The US premiere is on March 11th; an international release date has not yet been announced. We also don't yet know whether the series follows a classic case-of-the-week format or a larger mystery storyline. But Patricia Cornwell and the cast definitely makes us want to take a look.
At the beginning of December, we already talked about the reboot of the series »Scrubs« in our news. Now the first proper trailer is here:
https://youtu.be/dJq8WJ5lMec
And it feels wonderfully warm and fuzzy, a bit like coming home. Tuning in is an absolute no-brainer! In the US, the series premieres on February 25th on ABC and is available to stream on Hulu. Internationally, Hulu is usually part of the Disney+ catalogue, so we can probably expect the series to arrive there soon.
It's been ages since we saw the movie »Lord of the Flies«, and even longer since we read the novel by William Golding on which it's based. The story of the English schoolboys stranded on a deserted island after a plane crash and their subsequent descent into barbarism is often used as a point of comparison, from »Lost« and »Yellowjackets« to »Battle Royale« and »Send Help«. Now, a new adaptation of »Lord of the Flies« is coming as a four-part miniseries, starting February 24th on Sky & WOW – our curiosity is piqued! Here's the trailer:
https://youtu.be/3Q9SQ7hTMdg
On Amazon Prime Video dropped a trailer for the crime series »Scarpetta«, based on the novels by Patricia Cornwell and starring Nicole Kidman in the title role:
https://youtu.be/RSpvGC0_XLM
The cast also includes Jamie Lee Curtis, Bobby Cannavale, and Simon Baker. The US premiere is on March 11th; an international release date has not yet been announced. We also don't yet know whether the series follows a classic case-of-the-week format or a larger mystery storyline. But Patricia Cornwell and the cast definitely makes us want to take a look.
13.02.2026 • STATE OF PLAY
Last night, another PlayStation »State of Play« showcase took place … and it was one of the longest and most packed editions to date! We've put together a few highlights for you:
The huge final surprise of the show centered on the »God of War« franchise. The legendary voice actor of the young Kratos, T.C. Carson, not only revealed a major remake of the original trilogy (2005–2010), which is said to be in an early stage of development, but also announced a shadow drop of a Metroidvania-style prequel called »God of War: Sons of Sparta«, available to play as of today. In both games, Carson returns as the voice of Kratos after Christopher Judge took over the role in the more recent entries.
Another huge surprise was the first trailer for the new »John Wick« game, which currently still doesn't have an official title. We see Keanu Reeves in his signature role, getting sharply dressed and brawling his way through the world with whatever he can get his hands on (yes, the killer pencil is back!). It's remarkable how closely the trailer sticks to the franchise's signature jump-cut rhythm. It'll be exciting to see whether the gameplay follows suit.
More highlights included fresh looks at »Pragmata«, »Resident Evil Requiem« (which releases already on 27 February; we'll definitely talk more about it then), »Crimson Moon«, »007 First Light« and »Star Wars: Galactic Racer«, as well as first trailers for »Silent Hill: Townfall« and the very intriguing new open-world action RPG »Project Windless« – arguably the first game in history to feature a bodybuilder rooster as its protagonist.
Unfortunately, there was no new information on Insomniac Games' »Marvel's Wolverine«, which is still expected to release this year but remains without a concrete launch date so far.
Watch the full 72 minutes of the »State of Play« show here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/P0e5YEXtZu0
The huge final surprise of the show centered on the »God of War« franchise. The legendary voice actor of the young Kratos, T.C. Carson, not only revealed a major remake of the original trilogy (2005–2010), which is said to be in an early stage of development, but also announced a shadow drop of a Metroidvania-style prequel called »God of War: Sons of Sparta«, available to play as of today. In both games, Carson returns as the voice of Kratos after Christopher Judge took over the role in the more recent entries.
Another huge surprise was the first trailer for the new »John Wick« game, which currently still doesn't have an official title. We see Keanu Reeves in his signature role, getting sharply dressed and brawling his way through the world with whatever he can get his hands on (yes, the killer pencil is back!). It's remarkable how closely the trailer sticks to the franchise's signature jump-cut rhythm. It'll be exciting to see whether the gameplay follows suit.
More highlights included fresh looks at »Pragmata«, »Resident Evil Requiem« (which releases already on 27 February; we'll definitely talk more about it then), »Crimson Moon«, »007 First Light« and »Star Wars: Galactic Racer«, as well as first trailers for »Silent Hill: Townfall« and the very intriguing new open-world action RPG »Project Windless« – arguably the first game in history to feature a bodybuilder rooster as its protagonist.
Unfortunately, there was no new information on Insomniac Games' »Marvel's Wolverine«, which is still expected to release this year but remains without a concrete launch date so far.
Watch the full 72 minutes of the »State of Play« show here:
https://www.youtube.com/live/P0e5YEXtZu0
13.02.2026 • WITH NO POWER COMES NO RESPONSIBILITY.
Amazon Prime Video released the first trailer last night for the eight-part series »Spider-Noir«. Nicolas Cage stars as the aging, down-on-his-luck private detective Ben Reilly on the streets of 1930s New York. He was once 'The Spider', the city's only superhero.
The character Spider-Noir first appeared in »Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse« and is now getting his live-action debut.
Stylistically, the series draws inspiration from film noir, and the hardboiled private detectives portrayed by Humphrey Bogart as Sam Spade in »The Maltese Falcon« or as Philip Marlowe in »The Big Sleep«. The subgenre enjoyed its heyday in the 1940s and was heavily inspired by German Expressionism, featuring high-contrast, low-key lighting in rich black and white, and dark, nihilistic stories. The genre never completely disappeared and experienced a revival in neo-noir, even in color, as seen in 1974's »Chinatown« starring Jack Nicholson as private detective J. J. Gittes.
The trailer, or rather the trailers, already demonstrate a strong stylistic commitment, as Amazon Prime Video is releasing the series in two versions:
crisp black and white:
https://youtu.be/HgMbkitzhEM
and true-hue full color:
https://youtu.be/b-Blr0_koQA
A very cool move, in our opinion!
And Nicolas Cage, of course, is back, going all-in, just as we know and love him. It all starts on May 27th. This is going to be awesome!
The character Spider-Noir first appeared in »Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse« and is now getting his live-action debut.
Stylistically, the series draws inspiration from film noir, and the hardboiled private detectives portrayed by Humphrey Bogart as Sam Spade in »The Maltese Falcon« or as Philip Marlowe in »The Big Sleep«. The subgenre enjoyed its heyday in the 1940s and was heavily inspired by German Expressionism, featuring high-contrast, low-key lighting in rich black and white, and dark, nihilistic stories. The genre never completely disappeared and experienced a revival in neo-noir, even in color, as seen in 1974's »Chinatown« starring Jack Nicholson as private detective J. J. Gittes.
The trailer, or rather the trailers, already demonstrate a strong stylistic commitment, as Amazon Prime Video is releasing the series in two versions:
crisp black and white:
https://youtu.be/HgMbkitzhEM
and true-hue full color:
https://youtu.be/b-Blr0_koQA
A very cool move, in our opinion!
And Nicolas Cage, of course, is back, going all-in, just as we know and love him. It all starts on May 27th. This is going to be awesome!
12.02.2026 • NEW IN THEATERS
It's Thursday again – which of course means we've got the most exciting new theatrical releases for you. This week brings a little calm before the storm when it comes to our usual genres, before the floodgates open soon. Over the coming weeks we'll be getting »Dust Bunny«, »Scream 7«, »Marty Supreme«, »The Bride!«, »Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die«, »Project Hail Mary«, and more!
But we still have two very fascinating new films for you:
One of the biggest films of the year is likely Emerald Fennell's (»Saltburn«) new adaptation of »“Wuthering Heights”«, based on Emily Brontë's unsettling masterpiece. The film seems to be dividing critics right down the middle: on the one hand, the chemistry and raw sexual tension between Jacob Elordi's Heathcliff and Margot Robbie's Catherine Earnshaw is being praised – on the other hand, many argue that the novel's true motives get lost thanks to complete personality rewrites and the omission of the book's entire second half, which focuses on the next generation. In particular, the fact that the brutally violent Heathcliff is reworked into a Christian Grey–style slick seducer and that the story is being marketed as a love story, has raised more than a few eyebrows.
Still, the production design is genuinely intriguing: hovering somewhere between Met Gala avant-garde and period piece, it gives the film an almost ethereal quality. As an erotic drama, this might very well work, but it's a shame that the source material's thriller edge seems to have been watered down.
When it comes to eccentric and brooding investigators and cops, Mark Ruffalo is rarely far away: »Zodiac«, »Shutter Island«, »Now You See Me«, and most recently the HBO series »Task« – Ruffalo nails the hyper-intelligent loner every time. And that typecasting hits again with the second film we want to recommend today. In »Crime 101«, Detective Lou Lubesnick is on the trail of master thief Mike Davis (Chris Hemsworth), who – despite mutual mistrust – gets involved with disgruntled insurance broker Sharon Colvin (Halle Berry). Moral certainties start to erode, and the line between hunter and hunted begins to blur. For fans of the classic heist thriller, this could be a real highlight: the cast is genuinely top-tier, and director Bart Layton comes from the world of true-crime documentaries and docudrama. So he knows his way around crime.
But we still have two very fascinating new films for you:
One of the biggest films of the year is likely Emerald Fennell's (»Saltburn«) new adaptation of »“Wuthering Heights”«, based on Emily Brontë's unsettling masterpiece. The film seems to be dividing critics right down the middle: on the one hand, the chemistry and raw sexual tension between Jacob Elordi's Heathcliff and Margot Robbie's Catherine Earnshaw is being praised – on the other hand, many argue that the novel's true motives get lost thanks to complete personality rewrites and the omission of the book's entire second half, which focuses on the next generation. In particular, the fact that the brutally violent Heathcliff is reworked into a Christian Grey–style slick seducer and that the story is being marketed as a love story, has raised more than a few eyebrows.
Still, the production design is genuinely intriguing: hovering somewhere between Met Gala avant-garde and period piece, it gives the film an almost ethereal quality. As an erotic drama, this might very well work, but it's a shame that the source material's thriller edge seems to have been watered down.
When it comes to eccentric and brooding investigators and cops, Mark Ruffalo is rarely far away: »Zodiac«, »Shutter Island«, »Now You See Me«, and most recently the HBO series »Task« – Ruffalo nails the hyper-intelligent loner every time. And that typecasting hits again with the second film we want to recommend today. In »Crime 101«, Detective Lou Lubesnick is on the trail of master thief Mike Davis (Chris Hemsworth), who – despite mutual mistrust – gets involved with disgruntled insurance broker Sharon Colvin (Halle Berry). Moral certainties start to erode, and the line between hunter and hunted begins to blur. For fans of the classic heist thriller, this could be a real highlight: the cast is genuinely top-tier, and director Bart Layton comes from the world of true-crime documentaries and docudrama. So he knows his way around crime.
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