Do we have an eta for the first figures?
I think they said Nov for Matt and Karen.
Bob,
I think there are some people in this thread that would want the line to consist entirely of Tennant figures.
What annoys me is how BC said in the initial announcement that they have the Classic license then they go on to mention the first 2 and probably the next 2 figures after that are from the current era. To me that's not really sounding like they're gonna have much in store for Classic fans.
It's like they're dangling the carrot in the hope people will jump onboard for the figures they aren't as intrested in as they think it'll increase the chances of the characters they want being made.
I fell for that kind of BS with Character Options and won't do so again.
Again I disagree, we are dealing with pop culture, but also a licensor (i.e the BBC) who will want to reflect their product (i.e the programme) as it stands now!
Tennant is already retro, he left like 2 years ago, he's ancient history. He'll be worthy soon, perhaps third,fourth or fifth wave. But to start off with him would be like saying 'He was the best, we'll get to the new guy soon'. And for me personally Matt's portrayal is superior to Tennant's, I prefer an ecccentric over a frenetic everytimer. He's meant to be a cerebral solver of problems, not a bi-polar action hero!
Maybe the figure will be a regen set. Wet blue suit right after regen and then the bow tie etc. Might look great. Might even make me buy 2 to display both ways
Yeah, you might be right. I think Tennant still has a huge following and perhaps they see him as their "ace card". Perhaps along with the actual companions we will get Mickey and Rose's Mum Mr Baker FTW !!!!!
I've got to disagree here. Taking a 50 year old licence and saying 2 years ago is ancient history makes no sence to me (especially with a time traveller ). Tennant played the Doctor for a long Time and Smith has only had just under two seasons. To Some people (right or wrong) Tennant is THIER Doctor. I just don't think as a marketing stategy you should lead with your trump card as many people would pick that up and stop there. I think you should start with what you perceve to be your second best seller, get people hooked and go from there. As I said above perhaps The company are hoping Tennant will be thier "cash Cow" when they release figs. I wasn't talking about what the licencor wants to do, more about what I think would result in most sales (although I can see there is a conflict of interests there). Personally I worry for the line with the announced first 4 figs, but I would deffo pick up a Smith if the quality is there, perhaps Amy too. I Would LOVE a Doctor and TARDIS in my collection. If Smith is the only option I'll take it as I think he is a GREAT Doctor.
Bob
Contrary to what Nu-Who fanboys think, Tom Baker is still HUGELY popular in the USA, probably moreso than Smith or Tennant combined and he was the first Doctor many Americans ever saw via PBS.
Contrary to what Nu-Who fanboys think, Tom Baker is still HUGELY popular in the USA, probably moreso than Smith or Tennant combined and he was the first Doctor many Americans ever saw via PBS. His impact on their popular culture is there for all to see,
I wonder what outfit Amy will be in?
I will certainly be getting a Tennant and a Piper if made, along with the current pair.
Aww, I took that photo at Nicks memorial on Friday. I was pleasantly surprised to see Tennant there. I thought that was very nice of him to do so.
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