An Overview of Movie Merchandising Prospects
February 8, 2003
The list of films below represents our best judgment as to which of the many films slated for 2003 actually have merchandising potential.
From Art Asylum & Diamond Select
February 5, 2003
The Diamond Select/Art Asylum Marvel Minimates will include the characters from this year's bumper crop of Marvel movies, Daredevil, Hulk , and the X-Men .
Conjure The Magic of Disney with New Japanese Figures
February 1, 2003
A Paid Advertisement. This March, a host of Disney's most popular characters is set to bring sales magic to stores, thanks to the Disney Magical Collection Japanese Action Figures Series B!
Products Tailored to Movie Audience
January 21, 2003
At today's Marvel press conference, the company announced a number of initiatives designed to convert X2 moviegoers to comic consumers.
Bandai Shows Off SD Gundam Toys
January 16, 2003
Toy company Bandai America has unveiled its 2003 lineup, and there was a hidden announcement of importance for pop culture retailers.
Pixar Pic Opens May 30
January 16, 2003
Pop culture retailers shouldn't neglect an animated gem from Pixar that will debut on May 30.
Copyright Extensions Upheld
January 14, 2003
In a landmark case that was decided by a definitive 7-2 margin, the United States Supreme Court upheld the 20-year extension of copyrights that was authored by the late Representative Sonny Bono...
Signs New Deal with Activision
January 7, 2003
Marvel has announced higher guidance for 2002 and is predicting an even better year in 2003. Marvel raised its 2002 sales estimate $5 million to $280-$285 million for the year, and its 2002 EBIDTA estimate $6 million to $78-$83 million for the year.
Wants Marvels for All Ages
January 6, 2003
Rick Newman of Pet Shop Comics and Collectibles in Louisville, Kentucky saw the news about Marvel's revamp of Rawhide Kid and had this to say.
Now Set for April
January 3, 2003
The theatrical release of the Cowboy Bebop movie, which was originally scheduled for January, has been postponed until April.
