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Hot Toys Announcement
12.30.2011
Dear All,
After the release of the Classic Predator Collectible Figure recently, we have received positive response from the market!
But we guess that fans wont be just satisfying with the 1/6th scale, right?
We are going to announce this great news now - we are bringing to fans not only the 1/6th scale, but also the 1/4th scale collectible figures of the Predator movie series - Predator, Predator 2, Predators, Alien vs. Predator (AVP) and Aliens vs Predator Requiem (AVPR)!
It will be surely an enhancing of the details and quality level! And the mask and some of the body armors will be made by die-casting!
Moreover, we will be bringing the collectible of Dutch featuring our beloved actor Arnold Schwarzenegger in 1/4th scale too!
Fans, please stay tuned!
Click here to check out the official Hot Toys Facebook page!
Sano Alien Statue
12.27.2011
Two versions of the incredibly well sculpted Yoshihiko Sano Alien sculpture are now for sale over at Roswell Japan
here!
Fincher on Alien 3
12.27.2011
Rumor has it there was a third Alien movie. While we'll never choose to believe it, those of you who do may want to check out
this interview
with David Fincher which has brief quotes on all his films.
MaxxFX Alien Figure
12.26.2011
Happy Holidays everyone! Our longtime friend and frequent contributor Marc Cawiezel just bounce us
this link
that takes an extended look at the unproduced Matchbox MaxxFX Alien figure!
Kenner Ambush Predator
12.23.2011
Dork Dimension has a look back at Kenner's Ambush Predator mailaway figure
here!
While you're there, you can check out their look at the old Inkworks Alien Legacy cards
here!
Predator 2 Pack Reviewed
12.23.2011
NECAs Toys R US exclusive Predator two-pack has just been reviewed by Action Figure Hub here!
While you're there, you can check out their Hot Toys Samurai Predator preview
here!
Prometheus Trailer
12.22.2011
With all the buzz this week, you can finally check out the official release in all its hi-def glory
at Collider here!
Robot Chicken "Acid for Blood"
12.16.2011
The blog we can't live without, Super Punch just posted
this hilarious Robot Chicken take on "Acid for Blood."
Hot Toys Classic Predator Review
12.14.2011
Hot Toys Predators "Classic Predator" recently received the in-depth review treatment over at Captain Toy
here!
City Hunter Predator Video Review
12.12.2011
Action figure news site Articulation Times has reviewed NECAs "City Hunter" Predator in
an extensive video review here.
Aliens 25th Anniversary Podast
12.8.2011
For those of you who missed the 25th Anniversary screening of Aliens at the New Beverly earlier this year, Jeff Goldsmith's Q&A Podcast has you covered
here.
Thanks to our friend Jason for the heads up!
Ridley Talks Blu-ray
12.6.2011
Alien and Prometheus helmer Ridley Scott talks Blu-ray over at the Huffington Post here.
Hot Toys and Prometheus
12.5.2011
Speaking of Hot Toys, their Facebook page recently
featured this photo teasing their upcoming
offerings from Prometheus.
New Hot Toys Samurai Predator
11.25.2011
Just received the following press release from Hot Toys on their brand new AvP Samurai Predator Collectible Figure:
Hot Toys is proud to present the 1/6th scale Samurai Predator Collectible Figure inspired by the 2004 sci-fi movie Alien vs. Predator
from the Artist Collection for Hot Toys series, a collaboration project with great collectible figure artists. This is the first entry
in the Hot Toys' Artist Collection.
The collectible is specially designed and painted by Mr. Takayuki Takeya and sculpted by Mr. Yuji Oniki from Japan, featuring the Samurai
Predator in warrior look, newly sculpted head and body with articulations, detailed accessories, weaponry and diorama base of Aliens corpse.
The 1/6th scale Samurai Predator Collectible Figure specially features:
Original Samurai Warrior design
Realistic 1/6th scale of approximately 14 inches / 35 cm tall
Over 22 points of articulation
Newly sculpted head and body
Interchangeable open and closed mandibles
Movable jaw
Fabric net on left chest
Fabric skirt
Two (2) pieces of interchangeable palms including:
One (1) pair of open palms
One (1) pair of holding palms
Weapons:
One (1) articulated left shoulder canon
One (1) broken sword with Alien cells
One (1) metal sword with sheath
Four (4) attached swords at the back
Accessories:
One (1) helmet
One (1) additional mouth mask
One (1) neck armor
One (1) set of shoulder armors
One (1) left chest armor
One (1) pair of forearm gauntlets with movable hooks on right side
Waist and thigh armors
One (1) set of leg armors
Extendable Alien tongue trophies on waist
One (1) severed Alien Warrior head trophy
One (1) diorama base featuring the Aliens corpse and broken sword piece
Over at the always excellent TED here. While you're there, some of you may enjoy a personal
favorite TED talk, JJ Abrams here!
Capcom Alien Medal Game
11.11.2011
We've written about this Japanese treasure before, but long time fan and reader Mike Henderson was kind enough to send
us two new pics of the Alien Medal Game from Japan! Click here for pic one and
here for pic two!
Sideshow Collectibles has just sent out a newsletter announcing their latest Premium Format figure: "Dutch" from Predator. Click on the banner
below to check out an exclusive preview:
Amazing Sulaco Blueprints
11.1.2011
Just in time for Aliens: Colonial Marines comes this incredible inside look at everyone's favorite Conestoga Class Carrier. Illustrator Graham Langridge whose work
was recently featured in The Alien Vault has created this detailed schematic of the Sulaco now available as a large scale print:
Happy Halloween everybody. Here's a little treat for you: Aliens fan and illustrator Ive just sent in
this link to his set of custom Aliens themed
playing cards!
Joining Sideshow's show-stopping line of Predator collectibles is the Predator Statue, commemorating the first glimpse of
the fearsome hunter from the classic 1987 film. Each piece measures approximately 20 inches tall and is individually painted
and finished, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product.
Presented here in approximately 1:5 scale, featuring the signature Plasma Cannon and a human skull accessory, the Predator Statue
is the perfect addition to any Predator legacy display.
We're a little late to the party on this one, but for those of you who couldn't make it to E3 to check out Gearbox's Aliens: Colonial Marines gameplay
preview can now do so here and
here!
Thanks to Marc and Bill for the scoop!
Lindelof Talks Prometheus
9.29.2011
Over at MTV here! Meanwhile, some possible additional
set photos may have leaked here!
New Unproduced Photos
9.27.2011
Thanks to reader Armothe, some new photos of the unproduced Kenner Mini-Dropship and a unique carded Predator figure have been added to the
unproduced page here!
Odds n Ends
9.24.2011
Our friend John from Super Punch recently sent us
this link to a unique Giger inspired female Colonial Marine miniature.
Comes our way from the always excellent Super Punch!
Alien Art For Sale
9.19.2011
Our friend Jason recently called our attention to the Gallery 1988 website where you can find retro
"Garbage Pail Kids" art prints with both an Alien and
Predator theme.
Speaking of Alien art, you can see a selection of fan created interpretations of the original posters
here!
Nostromo Self-Destruct Key Replica
9.14.2011
We've been asked to help get the word out about this upcoming replica created with direct access to the original:
These replicas will be created with full access to an original detonator from the collection of Bill Pearson, the miniature effects supervisor on Alien. The original detonators were machined in Brian Johnson and Nick Alder's Special Effect workshop at Bray Studios, where Bill's miniatures crew had set up shop. The detonators were seen when Sigourney Weaver screws them into place to initiate the Nostromo's self-destruct sequence, before her escape to the Narcissus.
Bill was kind enough to allow us to borrow the original detonator so we could create these exact replicas. The dimensions, materials and finish will be identical to the real deal.
These will be made 100% the same the main body will be machined from soild ALU and Brass and Acrylic tip.
On official website for the upcoming book, The Alien Vault has been set up by the publisher and 20th Century Fox
here.
For over thirty years, audiences have been simultaneously captivated and appalled as the spaceship Nostromo is invaded and its crew stalked by a terrifying parasitic creature. From the gore of the infant alien bursting from Kanes chest to the mounting claustrophobia as Ripley discovers the monster has followed her into the escape shuttle, Alien is a chilling masterpiece.
Now, Alien Vault: The Definitive Story of the Making of the Film opens a portal into the making of this legendary film, tracing its path from embryonic concept to fully fledged box office phenomenon.
Featured herein are director Ridley Scotts own annotated storyboards, Polaroids and script pages; the elegant but disturbing concept artwork of H.R. Giger; sketches and construction blueprints for the Nostromo; costume designs by Moebius; a treasure trove of never-before-seen photographs of the cast and crew; and ten meticulously reproduced artifacts, enclosed in vellum envelopes, for readers to remove and examine more closely.
Fully authorized and illustrated throughout, Alien Vault is the ultimate tribute to a movie that changed cinema forever.
Hot Toys Predators Noland Figure
9.12.2011
Hot Toys has just sent us news and pics
for the latest figure in their Predators line: Noland.
Alien Archive is selling a production
archive (calls sheets running orders, cast lists, progress reports etc.) from Alien 3 on ebay. These documents show exactly how much under studio pressure
David Fincher was during the making of this movie. Click
here to check out the listings.
Rare Kenner Figure Prototype @ Auction
9.10.2011
Our longtime friend Marc Cawiezel just let us know he's put his rare unproduced Kenner Alien figure prototype up for on auction on eBay
here!
Alien 3 Pin Version 2
9.8.2011
Our friend and web designer Mike Rush has just sent us the latest info on his high quality collection of pins from the Alien Universe. This time it's a
black version of Fiorina 161/Weyland Yutani logo from Alien 3.
A trailer for Sega and Gearbox's upcoming Nintendo DS game Aliens: Infestation is now up on YouTube
here!
Aliens Restroom T-Shirt
9.2.2011
Got an email from Yan who just sent in
this link to one amusing t-shirt over at Split Reason!
Aliens Infestation Review
8.30.2011
Our friends at Super Punch just posted
this link to a wildly enthusiastic Aliens: Infestation review!
"Beast Wishes" Bob Burns Film Project
8.25.2011
Our friend Harry Harris just let us know about this Kickstarter project which is looking to raise funds for a Bob Burns documentary!
Aliens T-Shirt
8.25.2011
Our longtime friend Steve Radler hit us up this morning with a link to this limited edition Alien
t-shirt on sale today only at RIPT!
Original Props for Sale
8.23.2011
Have you ever dreamed of owning an original prop from your favorite Alien or Predator films? The Propstore of London is currently listing
a large collection of material, with new items being added each day over the next few weeks from Amalgamated Dynamics on their site here!
To celebrate the 2004 release of the first feature film, action figure website
figure of the day is currently running an AvP special complete with free shipping on select items!
Aliens Boardgame Online
8.6.2011
Miss playing the old Leading Edge Aliens boardgame? Now you can revisit the classic in an all new
online version here!
Miss the Aliens 25th Anniversary screening in Los Angeles last week? Our friend Randy of Action Figure times was there and just sent in
this write-up of the event!
Weaver Talks Aliens
7.27.2011
Sigourney Weaver has given her thoughts and reflctions on the 25th Anniversary of Aliens over at Moviefone
here!
Lindelof Talks Prometheus
7.25.2011
Our friend Frosty over at Collider caught up with the Prometheus scribe at Comic-Con and just posted
this video interivew. And speaking of video interviews, Wired magazine has one with Prometheus
creature designer Neville Page here.
AvP Galaxy has posted a longer clip from last week's Prometheus Comic-Con panel here.
Prometheus Panel Video
7.22.2011
A short clip from yesterday's Prometheus panel can be found over at YouTube
here.
Sideshow Wolf Predator Legendary Scale Figure
7.21.2011
Sideshow Collectibles has posted a preview of their "Legendary Scale" Wolf Predator
here. For more information on the Legendary Scale Line of collectibles
click here.
There's going to be a presentation @ 3:15 today in Hall H for those of you lucky enough to be there.
And our friend Alan Cross has been sending in some Aliens related pics from the show floor, notably this one and
this one from Sideshow's booth!
Sideshow's "Legendary" Scale Collectibles
7.20.2011
A picture of a Predator has appeared in this Figures.com preview of Sideshow's upcoming "Legendary
Scale" figure series!
Aliens Infestation for the Nintendo DS
7.20.2011
Remember that awesome leaked video from a few years back? Looks like the game, Aliens Infestation is finally getting
an official release on the Nintendo DS. More information can be found at SEGA's official site here, as well
AvPGalaxy!
Immerse yourself in the Aliens universe on Nintendo DS in this action-packed, platform shooter with a hardcore, retro feel and a deep storyline that tailors itself to your game.
Lead your own specially selected team of Colonial Marines into action to rescue captured comrades and battle hordes of Xenomorphs with a vast array of weaponry from the legendary Aliens film title.
Can you handle the tension and terror which meets you at every level?
IGN.uk has a great video interview with Gearbox co-founder Brian Martel here, and
OXM has uploaded a complete .pdf of their preview here for download!
NECAs Predators Hound
7.7.2011
Jeff Saylor of Figures.com recently posted a packaged photo of NECAs Predators Series 3
Predator Hound here!
Modelling the APC
7.6.2011
We recently came across Bruce's Domain which not only features an extensive look at the APC, but also features one
hell of a custom diorama. If you're looking for an APC model of your very own, BamBam Model Productions offers several in
various scales!
Aliens 25th Anniversary Celebration
7.5.2011
Alien Encounters: 25 Years Of ALIENS
September 24-25, 2011. National Space Centre, UK
A weekend of celebration for the 25th anniversary of the classic movie, 'ALIENS'.
With Special Guests in attendance from cast and crew this weekend promises to be something special.
Come and meet the actors Ricco Ross, Daniel Kash, Cynthia Scott and Trevor Steedman plus armour co-designer and maker, Terry English, with more guest announcements in the coming weeks.
We're currently trying to organise a special FX panel, too.
- Activities include the world famous Live Action Event, the Alien War style Alien Encounter, where the public are lead through an Alien infested research station to safety by our badass Colonial Marines! (Not suitable for small children/Strobe lighting).
- Original Costumes and Props from the film at the famous Harry Harris Aliens Collection & Archive stand. Harry will be on hand to answer your questions about these amazing rarities
- Talks with the Actors and Crew with Question & Answer sessions
- Many more Alien related Prop Displays, Posters, Models and Promotional material from the films
- Come and see the Colonial Marines themselvesm - the mighty UKCM in full costume!
- Airsoft Pulse Rifle Range with experts (Adults only)
- Nerf (soft foam darts) 'Pulse Rifle' Range for children
- Film screenings
- And much, much more!
Ticket pricing and hotel info to be announced soon.
How to get there.
The Facebook page to sign up to for more information can be found here!
Complete Nostromo Article
7.3.2011
The final and complete "Restoring the Nostromo" article has now been posted over at
Propstore here!
Our friend Barry Jones is offering up an Artist Proof Edition of the legendary Master Replicas Motion Tracker
for $750/obo. Click here to contact Barry for more info!
Fox on Prometheus
6.30.2011
In response to the rumored possible plot leak blazing a trail 'round the net, Fox has released their own brief synopsis of the upcoming film over at
Ain't It Cool News. Beware of potential spoilers after the jump.
Alien 3 Pin
6.28.2011
Our friend and web designer Mike Rush has just released the latest in his high quality collection of pins from the Alien Universe. This time it's the
Fiorina 161/Weyland Yutani logo seen on the jackets in Alien 3.
Click here to check out a larger pic, and
click here to contact Mike for more info!
LOST co-creator and Prometheus screenwriter Damon Lindelof talks about getting the dream gig in
this video interview over at YouTube!
Thanks to Jeyl for the heads up!
Designing the Nostromo
6.27.2011
Den of Geek has just posted an article and interview with sci-fi illustrator Chris Foss, co-designer of the Nostromo
here!
NECA Predators
6.25.2011
Our old friend Jeff Saylor has just posted a packaged photo of NECA's Series 3 Elder Predator over at figures.com here. And if it's Predators you're into
Predator Stuff has a great round-up of several upcoming figs!
Couldn't make it out to E3 for Gearbox's Colonial Mariens presentation? Loot Ninja has an audio podcast on their site here.
The A L I E N Vault
6.13.2011
Our friend Graham just tipped us off that the upcoming book, The Alien Vault is now available for preorder at
amazon.com here.
Aliens Art
6.8.2011
Our friend John from Super Punch just bounced over this deviantart link to one
incredible piece of Aliens art. And speaking of art and Super Punch, check this out!
NECA's 1:4 Scale Predator Figures
6.8.2011
NECA's 1:4 Scale Predator figures can now be found on sale for 69.99 @ Toys R Us here!
Part 5 in Propstore's series of articles taking a look at their original Nostromo restoration project has now been posted at the Replica Prop Forum
here. Part 3 is now up
at Propstore's site here, and you can also check out
Part 4 here.
Aliens: Colonial Marines
6.1.2011
Type in "FATHER" at the login prompt here to check out the teaser trailer for Aliens: Colonial Marines.
Why, why, why was this not Alien 3...
More information, photos, and official press release can be found here!
As the gaming world waits for even the slightest bit of news that Gearbox's Colonial Marines will have it's coming out party at E3, an interesting
piece of promotional schwag has just surfaced online here and
here.
Custom Bishop and Queen Diorama
5.25.2011
Our friend John from Super Punch just passed along
this
custom Alien Queen diorama we thought was too cool not to share.
Original A L I E N Photo Album
5.25.2011
A unique gallery of rare photos from the A L I E N model and creature shops can be found online here.
Nostromo: A Legend Born and Born Again Part 2
5.22.2011
Propstore has just posted part two in their series of articles taking a look at their Nostromo restoration project here.
Making Aliens
5.22.2011
Over at his Alien series blog, Strange Shapes, Valaquen has just posted another in-depth look at the making of Aliens
here!
In addition to their series of videos exploring their painstaking work on restoring the
original Nostromo model, Propstore now has part one of an in-depth article on their site here.
Stunning Nostromo and Narcissus Display
5.2.2011
Those of you into kits and miniatures may want to check out this link over at
Modelers Magic where Marc Elkins' stunning Nostromo and Narcissus display are featured with an in-depth article and pics.
Guy Pearce Boards Prometheus
5.2.2011
Our friends over at Collider have just confirmed the rumors of actor Guy Pearce joining the cast of Prometheus
here.
Rendered Ron Cobb APC Concept
5.1.2011
3D Artist Drew Pace just posted several incredible renders of Ronn Cobb's original APC design on his site here.
Aliens Posters @ Geek Art
5.1.2011
Geek Art has recently posted several pieces of original Aliens art including:
For more information, check out Sideshow's site on May 3rd!
Predator Stalker Mask Pre-Order
4.26.2011
Sideshow brings you the Predators Collectible line featuring original Predator character designs by Steve Wang, award-winning creature designer and special effects make-up artist. Each piece is individually painted and finished, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. The Stalker Predator Mask Prop Replica is an incredible addition to any Predator legacy display, an outstanding addition to Sideshow's Predators collectible line.
Alien Anthology Wins Disc of the Year Award
4.26.2011
The Alien Anthology Blu-ray box set has won Home Media Magazine's "Blu-ray Disc of the Year" award. More details can be found over at the Home Media Magazine site
here!
Congrats to producer Charlie de Lauzirika and the entire Blu-ray team!
Aliens in Prometheus
4.21.2011
Wondering whether or not Ridley Scott's upcoming A L I E N prequel will have a definite connection to the film series we all know and love? Well if you don't
mind slight spoilers and spy reports from the set, click here to check out some new scoop at
Alien Prequel News!
The Alien Queen
4.20.2011
Excellent Alien Series blog Strange Shapes just posted an in-depth look at the Queen and her role in
film here!
Inside NECA's Predator Factory
4.18.2011
Click here to check out a thread at The Hive where user adegregario has posted photos from
inside NECA's Predator assembly line! Also check out Predator Stuff for more info on the upcoming figures!
Incredible New 1:3 Scale Aliens Kits
4.16.2011
Poseidon Studio has a couple of large, 1:3 scale, eye-popping Alien Warrior sculpts and other amazing kits at their site
here!
New Predator "Stalker" Mask from Sideshow
4.16.2011
While it's not guaranteed to be a hit with the ladies, Sideshow's "Stalker" Predator mask is not
without it's charm.
We'll post more info as it becomes available.
And if you've just found this site after Googling "stalker" and/or "predator", you're probably in the wrong place...
...well, we think.
New Look for alienscollection.com
4.13.2011
Hopefully you've noticed our new look when you logged on to the site today. While everything you're looking at has been a team effort, none of this would have been possible without our friend Mike Rush.
Mike is without a doubt one of the most talented graphic artists working today, and his knowledge and skill in the world of Aliens illustration is unparalleled. We will never be able to thank
him enough for all his time and effort, putting up with us, and for being one of the nicest all around good guys out there.
Mike, we're forever in your debt, so one last time: thanks again for everything.
I also want to give a huge shout out to Igor Tkac of Concept Ships, a showcase featuring the
work of some of the most incredible sci-fi and tech artists working today. If you're a fan of Aliens, Predator, concept art, stunning animations, or simply
sci-fi tech design, a trip over to Concept Ships is absolutely well worth your time. Based on Syd Mead's Sulaco concept painting, Igor designed our new animated header, and if you like that, hopefully you'll like what we've got planned for the future.
A few notes on the redesign: you'll notice the left hand gutter/column under the Weyalnd-Yutani logo is relatively empty. Consider that our "under construction" area as we continue working on
a new, fun, and interactive feature Aliens fans will hopefully get a kick out of. Also, it's going to take a little while to get all the content pages properly coded to reflect the new
look - so please bear with us as we get busy coding and updating all the interior collection pages and more.
I also want to thank both Tom Gray of M41A.com, and our old friend Hans Kim for both of their work on the previous two versions of this site. Their designs still echo in the new look, and without them, we never would have made it this far - so thanks again
Hans and Tom, we owe ya big time.
Finally, wanted to say thanks to all of you for visiting. This site would be nothing without all our visitors, contributors and fans - your support over the years has meant everything and
continues to be the reason we keep on going. As we launch this new iteration of alienscollection.com, we'd love to hear what you think of the redesign, good or bad, and as always welcome your
suggestions and contributions.
Thanks again and stay frosty,
-Willie
Alien Big Chap Maquette from Sideshow
4.1.2011
Sideshow has just placed two new Alien and Predator products for pre-order:
Dropship Cutaway Illustrator Profile
3.30.2011
SFX has just posted an in-depth look at the work of John Mullany,
illustrator of that kiiller Aliens Dropship cutaway print. For a closer look at the print, click on the Dropship cutaway banner to the right to visit John's site!
Michael Biehn Talks Terminator, Cameron & Aliens
3.30.2011
Click here to listen to a podcast
at Adam Corolla with Michael Biehn discussing his upcoming film, The Divide, Terminator, working with Jim Cameron, and of course, even a little Aliens. Michael enters the interview
around the 37 minute mark. (some language nsfw).
We don't wanna ruin anything for you here, but some slightly spoiler-y Alien prequel info has just been posted over at
Aint It Cool News! For all the up-to-the-minute news on
Prometheus, be sure and check out Alien Prequel News!
Own a Piece of the Queen
2.21.2011
Have you ever wanted to own an original piece of memorabilia from your favorite movie or tv show? Now may be the perfect time to start as
not only is auction house Propworx currently holding a sci-fi auction on eBay here, but they're also auctioning
an authentic piece of Aliens history here!
Thanks to Jason for the scoop!
New Sidewhow Predator Bust
2.19.2011
New Hot Toys Predator
2.18.2011
Here's an early look at Hot Toys' upcoming Tracker Predator figure.
Toy Fare Predator Figures
2.15.2011
Figures.com has a look at NECA's new Predator figures for 2011 here.
1:3 Scale Alien Bust
2.8.2011
There's an amazing new licensed Alien Bust from Japan available in two versions
here!
If you're looking to pre-order it, you may want to try
here.
NECA's Toy's R Us exclusive classic Alien/Predator two-pack is now available online at
Toys R Us.com!
Thanks to Marc Cawiezel for the scoop!
NECA's Large Scale Predator Figures
12.26.2010
NECA's large 19" 1:4 scale Predator figures are now available at Monsters In Motion here!
"These are the largest Predator figures ever made! Each 19-inch figure features 20 points of articulation, movie accurate detail, removable backpack, separate body suit netting, and tribal necklaces and skulls! Each figure is a limited edition of 5,000 pieces!"
New Alien Ring Available
12.26.2010
We're always getting plenty of requests from folks looking for some of those rare Alien rings released in Japan a few years back. Well now you
can find some similar ones for sale here.
