Action Figures & Collectibles
The Jim Henson Company 70th-Anniversary Auction – Rare Puppets & Props Up for Grabs
Earlier this week the first-ever official public auction from The Jim Henson Company brought more than 400 pieces of memorabilia up for bidding, including original puppets and props from iconic productions like Fraggle Rock, The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, and Labyrinth. Deadline+2Julien’s Auctions+2
Highlights:
- Full-body puppets of Fraggle Rock characters went under the hammer, with some pieces selling for tens of thousands of dollars. Julien’s Auctions+1
- Other items included original production set pieces, costumes, posters and props spanning decades of Henson’s creative legacy. henson.com+1
Why this matters: For collectors of pop-culture history and nostalgia, this auction represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of television and film heritage. Many of these items may never reappear on the open market, so this sale marks a turning point for vintage-prop collecting outside the usual film-archive or museum sphere.
Collector tip: If future auctions occur, keep an eye on catalogues, but also be ready for steep competition. Many pieces sold above estimate, fighting for authenticity and provenance will become part of the collection game.
Movies & TV (Superhero, Horror & Pop Culture)
Stranger Things Season 5 – Volume 1 Goes Live
After months of build-up, the final season of Stranger Things is finally here! Volume 1 brings the first four episodes to Netflix worldwide (US at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT). For UK viewers it landed 1 a.m. (GMT) on Thursday, November 27. Netflix+2Capital+2
The season is being released in three parts:
- Volume 1 (Episodes 1–4) today
- Volume 2 (Episodes 5–7) on December 25
- Finale (Episode 8) on December 31, with a limited theatrical release in select cinemas across the U.S. and Canada. Radio Times+2Netflix+2
Why it matters: This is a major cultural moment. Stranger Things helped define streaming-era fandom, and its finale,split across holidays and even hitting theaters, marks a rare kind of global send-off. For collectors and fans, it often sparks renewed interest in merch, nostalgia pieces, and tie-in content.
Viewing tip: If you plan to binge or watch with friends, mark your calendar for Volume 1 tonight. And if you want to catch the finale on the big screen, check cinema listings for the December 31 screening schedule.
Comicbooks
What’s New This Week – Release List for 27 November 2025
This week’s slate includes a mix of legacy titles and fresh starts. Among the releases are:
- All-New Spider-Gwen: The Ghost-Spider #4 IMDb+1
- Captain America #5 IMDb+1
- Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe #5 IMDb
- Nova: Centurion #1 – a new series launch that could attract first-issue collectors. IMDb+1
Why it matters: Between ongoing arcs and new launches, this week offers entry-points for new readers as well as fresh material for long-time collectors. First issues tend to draw the most interest.
Collector tip: Keep an eye out for variant covers or limited editions. Early issues of new series often appreciate in demand and value over time.
Final Thoughts
Today brings an eclectic mix of nostalgia, new beginnings, and finale energy. The Henson auction reminds collectors that props and puppets hold real-world collectible value. Meanwhile, Stranger Things Season 5 hits screens globally which is a big moment in streaming history. Comic readers get a fresh batch of issues and #1s that could be good entry points or long-term picks.