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đź§© Action Figures & Collectibles Highlights
- At the show, Hasbro revealed new figures for its G.I. Joe Classified line including Cobra Crimson Guard (female), David “CrazyLegs” Thomas, and Rafael “Zap” Melendez. Pre-orders open 4 November. HissTank.com
- The fan-favourite Transformers brand unveiled display models of Nemesis Prime and Star Saber in exclusives at MCM—along with early news of the “Transformers: Cyberworld” series. Tformers
- Collectors reported seeing a life-size Death Trooper helmet from the Star Wars booth and several new items in the Retro Collection, lighting up the license and vintage fan-base. Shortlist
🎬 Movies & TV (Superhero, Horror & Pop Culture)
- The blockbuster panel for Predator: Badlands featured director Dan Trachtenberg and actors Elle Fanning and Dimitrius Schuster‑Koloamatangi. They discussed the film’s futuristic setting and teased a trophy-room exhibit at the event. Alien vs. Predator Galaxy
- Gaming and pop culture dominated: booths included the UK-first playable demo of Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight and a massive Rainbow Six tournament, cementing the hybrid nature of the convention. Shortlist
- Star-power and cosplay: Among the celebrity guests were Karl Urban and Joseph Quinn, bringing major TV and film hype into the fandom space. Shortlist
📚 Comicbooks
- The show floor featured one of the most expensive comics in the world: a copy of Amazing Fantasy #15 (1962) — the first appearance of Spider‑Man — reportedly available for inspection by attendees. Shortlist
- Cosplay, creator panels and indie-artist booths brought back traditional comic-culture roots while merging with the broader media vibe. Attendees praised the sense of community and diverse creativity. The Guardian+1
âś… Key Takeaways
- MCM London 2025 (24-26 Oct) reaffirmed its status as the UK’s premier pop-culture convention, blending big-name reveals (toys, movies, games) with grassroots fandom (cosplay, comics, creator culture).
- For collectors: big license reveals (G.I. Joe, Transformers, Star Wars) suggest strong Q4 product drops to watch.
- For media fans: major film panels (Predator: Badlands) and gaming exclusives show how crossover appeal is driving convention content.
- For comic fans: rare ultra-value collectibles (Amazing Fantasy #15) and strong fan engagement underscore the comic market’s relevance even within broader pop-culture events.
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