Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: J7R-T (The Book of Boba Fett, Droid Factory). He's a newish release that sold out online quickly. He has salad plates. The dome isn't a perfect match for the show, but he's pretty good - check it out and keep your eyes open in case they show up in a theme park or elsewhere. Read on!
While supplies last, this year's new C1-RN8W figure is $14.99 plus free shipping with the code "FREESHIP." I paid $10, and I wish I waited - oh well. You can get yours until the offer expires.
The Shawn Levy movie has been revealed and it's Star Wars: Starfighter. It takes place five years after the final sequel movie The Rise of Skywalker. There's not much else to go on yet, so presumably we're in some sort of post-First Order/One Order remnant situation. Or pirates?
It starts production this fall.
If there are any legacy characters in it, I have not yet seen the announcement.
Head over to Instagram and check out Fantha Tracks' post on a new action figure set. The Book of Boba Fett collection will be coming to Disney parks soon, and includes R5-R4 (drinks), R0-1N6 (drums), GS-C1B, and JZR-T (salads and go.) There are several photos so be sure to page through the gallery as you take bets on if they are holding it for May 4 or if it will go up sooner.
I've been involved with collecting Star Wars for most of my life and have been writing about the toys and collectibles for decades. While I have heard countless complaints, one I have never heard was "there just isn't enough Star Wars stuff." This non-complaint is being addressed again, as Disneyland News Today reports Death Star Popcorn Bucket, Coaxium Sipper, and More ‘Star Wars’ Season of the Force Souvenirs Coming to Disneyland. There's a very cool Tauntaun popcorn bucket with what appears to be articulated limbs. There's what is clearly an "I Dream of Jeannie" bottle that is being pitched as a Star Wars cup. There's also a pretty slick Clone Trooper helmet that is also a bucket. There are a lot of creative ideas here mixed with props that don't normally get produced as a licensed product.
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: R2-BNE (Bunny, Holiday Droid Factory). After selling out online, an announcement for this figure fast became one of my most-reblogged and liked Tumblr posts. I'm not sure if the theme parks still have it in stock - it's a Disney Parks exclusive - but you should probably grab it soon if you see it. It has new rabbit ears on the same mold Disney has been using, but do you have another blue and pink droid? Probably not. So get this one! Your friends will love it, so buy an extra for them, too. Read on!
UPDATE: There's a free shipping offer Monday, February 17 until 8:00 PM Pacific time. I just got mine. Order yours, save ten bucks.
UPDATE #2: As of February 20, the droid has sold out. Keep an eye on Disney parks if you're in the market for one.
The Disney R2-BNE Star Wars Droid Factory Figure. Retailing for $14.99, it includes a debut hat. Adding to the holiday collection with what I assume the first-ever Easter droid - unless I missed one - should be a welcome addition to any collection. New orders are welcome. Shipping is about $9.99. Purchases may also be available at Disney parks or Downtown Disney locations, so keep an eye open. Right now, there's a free shipping code for $75+, "SHIPMAGIC." I don't think you'll want to miss this one. Details of the bio weren't shown, but it seems to indicate this is R2-D2 in Easter colors. Eggs-actly what I would want.
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: C1 (Penguin, Holiday Droid Factory). This was the "secret" figure in last year's Disney Advent Calendar - and it's pretty good. The flourishes look like a cross between a rockhopper penguin and a certain mouse, and while it doesn't have a radar dish it does have a wreath. Read on!
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: R2 (Gingerbread, Holiday Droid Factory). I like this one - it came from the 2024 Advent Calendar, and it has a ton of paint on it. Lots of icing, lots of candy bits, and a tray of milk and cookies. I'd say you should get this one, even if you don't like holiday figures it's pretty good. Read on!
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: R1 (Holiday Droid Factory). This Advent Calendar figure is very tall, and mashes up a bell with a candy cane. It's not a bad idea, but it is a little on the weird side and may not have a home outside of a holiday set-up. Read on!
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: BB-8 (Holiday Droid Factory). This Advent Calendar figure is a snowman, and we've had other snowdroids before - but this one has a teeny hat that I am sure is going to be a selling point.
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: B2EMO (Holiday Droid Factory). This Advent Calendar figure is short, but colorful - it comes with a lot of other robots and you can still order it while supplies last on the Disney shop or at your "local" theme park. Read on!
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: D-0 (Holiday Droid Factory). It's a red repaint that comes in this year's Disney Advent Calendar - and I would say probably the least interesting droid of a pretty good collection for 2024. Read on!
Via Variety: Disney Removes ‘Star Wars’ Movie From 2026 Slate, Replaced by ‘Ice Age 6’. It is important to note that The Mandalorian & Grogu is still expected for May 2026, although updates on that one are still a little spare. For those keeping track, Disney is very fond of announcing a lot of new movie projects but few get made - but it's probably enough to keep shareholders happy as Disney's other businesses continue along.
Via the Star Wars Galactic Hunter Figure of the Day Blog: C1-MNST4 (Droid Factory). This is last year's Disney Halloween droid, based on Frankenstein's Monster features on Chopper's body. There's very little paint here, but a lot of color makes it a nifty toy that you hopefully got before the parks stopped selling them. Happy Halloween! Read on!