Tag Archives: Marvel

Marvel Toy Tie-Ins

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Doug

Neither DIC nor Sunbow will produce an animated show to sell your toy line? No problem. In the late 70s and early-to-mid 80s, Marvel ran several comic book series based on toys, typically those toys that didn’t have (or couldn’t … Continue reading →

Old Spice Guy – Isaiah Mustafa’s Luke Cage Trailer

Posted on May 30, 2011 by The Retroist

I think even before this trailer, Isaiah Mustafa, has been pretty forthright with his desire to be cast as Power Man. I like this chutzpah and appreciation for the role. I think he would need a little more bulk to … Continue reading →

Marvel’s Power Pack Unaired Pilot

Posted on January 31, 2011 by The Retroist

In 1991, Marvel Comics, in association with New World television, developed Power Pack – a popular 80′s comic about four under-age siblings who gain incredible powers – into a live-action show for NBC’s Saturday morning lineup. Minor alterations to the … Continue reading →