Action Figures & Collectibles
Transformers Studio Series Voyager Hot Rod Figure Opens Pre-Orders
Hasbro has officially revealed the Transformers Studio Series MTMTE Collection Voyager Class Autobot Hot Rod for 2026. This 5.5-inch figure honors the Transformers: The Movie legacy with animation-accurate sculpting and accessories, including a beam sword and shield. Pre-orders are live at Target and Hasbro Pulse, with an expected spring 2026 ship date.
Source: GeekTyrant collectible announcement (January 2026)
Collectors Tip: Because this is a retail exclusive, stock is likely limited. Target pre-orders are already available, and Hasbro Pulse opens their preorder window at designated times.
Movies & TV (Superhero, Horror, Pop Culture)
Sophie Turner’s Tomb Raider Series Shares First Look
Prime Video has released the first official look at Sophie Turner as Lara Croft in the upcoming Tomb Raider live-action series. Turner joins a star-studded cast including Sigourney Weaver and Jason Isaacs, and the show — written and produced by Fleabag’s Phoebe Waller-Bridge — is expected to premiere late 2026 or early 2027.
Source: Decider exclusive announcement (January 2026)
Marvel’s Wonder Man Series on Disney+ Inches Closer
Disney+ is gearing up for the January 27, 2026 release of Wonder Man, the MCU television miniseries starring Ben Kingsley and others. The eight-episode comedy-superhero show is set to drop all episodes at once next week, making it one of the first big Marvel streaming events of the year.
Source: Wikipedia Wonder Man series listing (January 2026)
Hot Streaming Picks for January
Several streaming platforms continue their January lineup this week:
- The Rip — a thriller starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon — is now streaming on Netflix.
- Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials is available as a mystery miniseries on Netflix.
- The Night Manager Season 2 and His & Hers are streaming via various services this month.
Source: Stuff.tv streaming guide (January 2026)
Comicbooks
Upcoming Comic Releases in Late January
The January 2026 solicitations confirm several anticipated comics arriving later this month:
- Iron Man #1 — 28 January 2026
- Batman #163 — 28 January 2026
- Batman / Superman: World’s Finest #47 — 21 January 2026
- Captain America #6 — 21 January 2026
These titles are part of a broader wave of early-year drops across major publishers.
Source: CGC Comics January 2026 release overview (January 2026)
Marvel Epic Collections for Early 2026
Marvel’s Epic Collection line has multiple volumes scheduled in the first half of 2026, including Amazing Spider-Man Epic #12, Deadpool Modern Era Epic #1, and X-Men Epic #11. These trade collections offer big story arcs in a single volume for fans and new readers alike.
Source: Wikipedia Marvel Epic Collection page (January 2026)
What to Collect, Watch, and Read Today
Collect
- Pre-order the exclusive Transformers Studio Series Voyager Hot Rod before retailers sell out.
Watch
- Check out the Wonder Man TV miniseries on Disney+ from 27 January.
- Netflix’s The Rip and Agatha Christie’s Seven Dials are streaming now.
Read
- Plan for new comics like Iron Man #1 and Batman #163 later this month.
- Explore early 2026 Marvel Epic Collections to dive into longer arcs.