OK, I admit I'm in the US, but I'm a Brit to the end. I make no excuses, I'm a fan of shows that few people outside of the UK watch. Now it seems that despite a HUGE budget and fund raising and Gerry Anderson actually producing a decent show, its not really getting the respect it deserves. I'm really not sure what is going on here, and I'll save my opinions for a later time, but at least there are some interesting merchandising items available. In the UK.
Fans of the astonishingly successful Thunderbirds comic (aimed at the VERY young fans and still going strong at issue 90) is going to start publishing a comic based on the New Captain Scarlet show. The first issue should be available mid-october. Copy of the ad can be seen in the GALLERY.
Bandai's range of toys is now available in the shops. For details on the range, see the earlier news item. Sadly, FEVA has dropped plans to release their own range of toys.
A more detailed list of merchandise can be found after clicking the "READ MORE" link below
Additional licensed merchandise from New Captain Scarlet
Aykroyds is releasing a set of pajamas. Burtons foods is planning some sweets. Corgi Toys is getting ready to release some die-cast vehicles from the show. Danilo is going to publish a 2006 calendar. Dekkertoys will have playsuits available. DNC is making a range of lunchware including lunch bags, bottles and tumblers. Drumond Park is making a range of jigsaws. Edgmont Books is publishing a 2005 annual. GB Posters is creating a set of posters. H&A is making toiletry items including a toothbrush holder, soap and bubble bath. Lightbody cakes is making.... cakes. KFC is doing a tie-in presumably involving small "free" vehicles with meals. MV Sports is producing a range of skate and scooter items. Penguin Books is producing comics and various books. Roy Lowe is producing socks. Finally, Topps/Merlin is producing a sticker album and stickers.
All that and the DVD comes out on October 17th.