Action Figures & Collectibles
2026 Marvel Calendars, Posters, and Merch Begin Appearing at Retail
New Marvel 2026 wall calendars and mini poster calendars are in stock at retailers now, celebrating heroes like Spider-Man, Thor, and Captain America. These often sold-out items make affordable and visually appealing collectible additions for fans decorating desks, rooms, or studios.
Source: 13th Dimension collectible merch overview (includes retailer descriptions of 2026 Marvel calendars)
Forbidden Planet Previews Upcoming Comics & Collectibles
Retailer Forbidden Planet continues to list upcoming weekly comics and an expanded range of pop culture merchandise, including signed editions, graphic novels, event exclusives, and genre collectibles available now or for preorder. If your shop stocks merch and figures, their “Just Added” and “New Releases” sections reflect today’s arrivals.
Source: Forbidden Planet catalogue pages, January 2026
Movies & TV (Superhero, Horror, Pop Culture)
New Streaming Titles Arrive This Week
Netflix and other platforms keep rolling new content through this week (Jan 12–18). Notable arrivals today/tomorrow include:
- Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials — a three-part mystery miniseries on Netflix.
- Star Trek: Starfleet Academy — a new Paramount+ series following cadets in Starfleet.
- Other international dramas and thrillers hitting screens across platforms this week.
Source: Tom’s Guide streaming catalog, January 2026
Matchbox Live-Action Movie Continues 2026 Buzz
Production details on the 2026 Matchbox film have been confirmed online. The action-adventure comedy stars John Cena alongside Jessica Biel, Sam Richardson, Danai Gurira, and others, with Apple Studios and Skydance Media producing. The story draws inspiration from the classic Matchbox toy brand as characters embark on a high-stakes journey to clear their names.
Source: Matchbox (2026 film) official listing (Wikipedia)
Video Games & Interactive
Major Game Releases Hitting This Week
Several video game titles launch mid-January across platforms:
- CASSETTE BOY — out today, 15 January 2026.
- The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon — also launching today in North America and Europe.
- BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW — arrives 16 January.
- Earnest Evans Collection — releases 16 January.
These range from nostalgia-leaning indie action to modern RPG experiences and genre diversions for multiple systems.
Source: 2026 video game release calendar (Wikipedia)
Comicbooks
New Issues Arriving Today — Weekly Comic Drops
Today’s new comic releases include books from Marvel, DC, Dynamite, Image, IDW, BOOM! Studios, Seven Seas, and more. Ranging from ongoing series to fresh arcs, these titles are hitting shops and online platforms now.
Source: FreshComics issue listings for 15 January 2026
Preview: Iron Man #1 and Other January Solicitations
Looking ahead later this month: Iron Man #1 is scheduled for 28 January 2026, part of Marvel’s early-year arc launches. Other notable upcoming issues include Batman #163 and Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #47, encouraging readers to plan pull lists.
Source: CGC / ComicReleases January 2026 solicitations overview
What to Collect, Watch, and Read Today
Collect:
- Marvel 2026 wall and mini poster calendars available at retail now.
- Check Forbidden Planet for new merch, exclusives, and preorder stock.
Watch:
- Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials and Star Trek: Starfleet Academy stream this week.
- Continue exploring the 2026 Matchbox film’s anticipated release.
Play:
- CASSETTE BOY and The Legend of Heroes: Trails beyond the Horizon both release today.
- Look for BrokenLore: UNFOLLOW and Earnest Evans Collection tomorrow.
Read:
- Hit comic shops for today’s new releases.
- Consider reserving Iron Man #1 and other January highlights.