By Staff Reports Nacelle (The Toys/Movies That Made Us, Disney’s Behind the Attraction, Icons Unearthed) has partnered with comedian Jeff Dunham on a new eight-episode docuseries that takes viewers on a fascinating and whimsical ride through the incredible history of some of the most exciting cars ever built. Host Jeff Dunham is joined by Peanut, Walter, Bubba J and the […]
By Staff Reports Earth’s ultimate protector returns for a new era of stories, as Dynamite and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products present Captain Planet in an epic new comic series starting this April. “Every comic creator has their own personal white whale — that singular property they’ve been itching to make their mark on — and for more than […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation The legendary Super Saiyan is back, as Broly is reissued as a 40th Anniversary special! Pre-orders begin January 24th with Premium Bandai! Here is the description from Premium Bandai: S.H. Figuarts Broly, which proved to be a popular favorite in the Dragon Ball Series reissue poll held to mark the 40th anniversary of […]
By Nolan P Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation Ready to solve the unsolvable? Zica Toys, Giant Leap and Ramen Toy bring to life the Misery Machine Van, 1/12 scale vehicle that pays homage to the Mystery Machine! You can pre-order this now for $190. Here is the info straight from the website: Misery Machine 1/12 scale van, compatible with most 1/12 […]
By Nolan P. Smith, Editor, Pastrami Nation While California’s brave firefighters have made incredible strides in battling the devastating wildfires, the aftermath continues to impact countless lives. Among those affected is Cisco Henson, the President of Production for the Nacelle Company, and his wife, Aizita. The couple tragically lost their home in Altadena to the Eaton Fire. A GoFundMe campaign […]
Review by Nolan P. SmithEditor, Pastrami Nation It’s 2025, and I’m diving back into two of my favorite worlds: anime and S.H. Figuarts figures. What better way to celebrate than with a figure from one of the greatest anime series of all time—Yu Yu Hakusho? Bandai Tamashii Nations kicks off their Yu Yu Hakusho line with none other than the […]
By Staff Reports Dark Point Games is excited to announce that their critically acclaimed action RPG Achilles: Legends Untold is coming to Nintendo Switch on January 23, 2025. Players will become Achilles – the greatest warrior the ancient world has ever seen – as they embark on a rich story through a vast world that rewards exploration and offers challenging […]
Review by Nolan P. SmithEditor, Pastrami Nation If you’re hunting for a new anime to binge, look no further than Sakamoto Days, now streaming on Netflix. From TMS Entertainment, this series delivers a fresh, hilarious, and action-packed premise: What happens when the world’s deadliest assassin retires to live a quiet, domestic life? Spoiler alert: it’s anything but quiet. The story […]
By Staff Reports Exclusive programming is a highlight for many FAN EXPO Portland attendees, with a wide variety of panels from start to finish. From “The Flash” Grant Gustin and panels with some of the stars of various iterations of the “Superman” franchise, to Jared Padalecki and six other “Supernatural” standouts and “Twilight” celebrity Q&As, to industry, cosplay, gaming, anime […]
By Staff Reports The LEGO Group and Lionsgate have collaborated to unveil the first-ever Twilight inspired LEGO® set with the LEGO Ideas Twilight The Cullen House set, in a deal facilitated by IMG Licensing. The set allows “Twi-hards” to make the captivating world of The Twilight Saga last forever with a buildable model of the iconic Cullen family home. Designed […]
By Staff Reports The new 7” scale, highly articulated Lord Drakkon Mighty Morphin Power Rangers ULTIMATES! figure is inspired by the Boom Studios comic books and depicts the arrogant ruler ready to conquer the Power Rangers wherever and whenever they’re hiding. Featuring intricate sculpt and premium paint detailing, this figure also comes with multiple interchangeable heads and hands, and an […]
By Staff Reports Baseball’s brightest lights hide its darkest shadows! Mad Cave Studios is proud to announce PAST TIME, a groundbreaking five-issue miniseries blending America’s favorite pastime with a supernatural twist! This thrilling new sports-horror series is sure to captivate readers with its demons in the outfield. Written by New York Times-bestselling author Joe Harris (Great Pacific, Snowfall, The X-Files: Cold […]
By Staff Reports Nintendo Switch 2, the successor to the Nintendo Switch system, will be released in 2025. Today Nintendo offered a first look at Nintendo Switch 2 in a video introducing the hardware. Watch the “Nintendo Switch 2 – First-look trailer” on Nintendo of America’s YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itpcsQQvgAQ, and visit the Nintendo Switch 2 website https://www.nintendo.com/successor/en-us/. Nintendo Switch 2 […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation Chris Hernandez, the talented artist behind Pastrami Nation’s iconic logo, is more than just an incredible creative—he’s an all-around great person. Now, he and his family need our help. Facing significant medical expenses, Chris is holding an art sale on January 16th to raise much-needed support. The event will take place both in […]
By Nolan P. SmithEditor, Pastrami Nation The DC Cinematic Universe has undergone a much-needed reboot under James Gunn’s leadership, and the first official project to roll out is the animated series Creature Commandos on Max. But can this unconventional series of monstrous misfits pave the way for DC’s redemption? The answer is a resounding yes. Despite some minor flaws, Creature […]
By Staff Reports In response to the devastating Los Angeles fires, Mad Cave Studios is uniting the comic book community to support those in need. We are deeply saddened to share that several members of our industry have already lost their homes, with more likely to be affected. In the spirit of solidarity and resilience, Mad Cave is launching an […]
Review by Nolan P. SmithEditor, Pastrami Nation The Kingdom Come storyline remains one of DC’s most iconic, showcasing a darker, more complex era for its superheroes. Now, thanks to Pop Mart and Gong Studios, fans can bring that legendary aesthetic to their shelves with two incredible 1/12 scale figures: Superman and Shazam. Today, we’re taking a closer look at my […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor This week, the devastating California wildfires have wreaked havoc across the southland, leaving destruction in their wake. Among the many families affected is that of David Booher, the co-creator and writer of the beloved comic series Canto. Booher and his family tragically lost their home in Altadena due to the fires. Booher, a brilliant storyteller […]
By Staff Reports Great things come from small beginnings… Mad Cave Studios is thrilled to announce SUNDER, the forthcoming epic teen fantasy graphic novel by acclaimed creator Pierre-Alexandre Comtois (Shard), with colors by Mark Englert and letters by Buddy Beaudoin! With over 20 years in animation, working on hits like Trolls, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, and The Addams Family, Comtois brings his expertise to Sunder. Inspired by European comics […]
By Jason T. Smith Creative Editor Check out my picks for the Top 10 action figures of 2024! It was a great year for collectors, I can’t wait to see what 2025 brings!
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor Check out my favorite LEGO builds of 2024! What was your favorite build of 2024? Comment and let us know!
By Nolan P. Smith Editor, Pastrami Nation Start 2025 off with a bang—and a blast from the future—with Cable: Love and Chrome #1! The time-jumping, gun-toting son of Cyclops is back in action, ready to conquer the new year in his signature explosive style. Fans loved him in Deadpool 2, and now Cable returns with a fresh mission in this […]
By Nolan P Smith Editor Happy New Year! Welcome to 2025! Today let’s shine the spotlight on an amazing crowdfunding project, The Cursed Dead. Here is the info straight from the Kickstarter page: Toy DNA proudly presents our premiere 1:12 scale toy line (to complement your 6″ action figure collection) – The Cursed Dead – WAVE 1 – a modern reimagining […]