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X-Men 97′ Already Planning Second Season!

 There was a clip for the upcoming Xmen 97 that was shown at SDCC 2022, which will start off where the 1990s Xmen cartoon ended back in 1997.  Looks like it will be coming out in Fall of 2023, they already plan to have a follow-up second season, and it was revealed that Magneto will be the leader of the X-Men to start the show.

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The Pre-2005 Dr. Who series is now streaming on TUBI TV

In an era where the term “lost media” haunts the streaming landscape, rendering entire series inaccessible, the timeless allure of classic television is making a triumphant return. The latest example of this resurrection is none other than “Doctor Who,” the venerable sci-fi institution that has been captivating audiences for an astounding 60 years. For those who have yearned to explore the annals of this iconic series, the wait is finally over as Tubi, in celebration

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Boglins: Mischievous Magic Coming to the Silver Screen

Get ready to embark on an enchanting adventure into the world of Boglins! Fans of these beloved ’80s creature toys will be thrilled to hear that a long-awaited Boglins movie is currently in the works. Rekindling childhood memories and captivating new audiences, the film promises to deliver an imaginative and entertaining experience filled with mischievous magic. Let’s delve into what we know so far about this exciting cinematic journey. Reviving a Childhood Favorite: Boglins first

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The MEGA Masters of the Universe Eternia Battleground Building Set up for Pre-Order May 8th!

Masters of the Universe has been a beloved franchise since its inception in the early 1980s. The epic tales of He-Man and Skeletor, battling for the fate of Eternia, have captured the imaginations of fans young and old for generations. Now, with the release of the MEGA Masters of the Universe Eternia Battleground Building Set, fans can immerse themselves in the action like never before. The MEGA Masters of the Universe Eternia Battleground Building Set

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Retro TV Shows and Movies Coming in 2023

Retro TV – 2023 This year is chock full of some great Retro TV shows and movies that any Retro fan will love. From beloved sitcoms to groundbreaking dramas, 2023 has something for everyone. There are also shows that take a look back at some of the most iconic moments in pop culture, with specials like Titanic: 25 Years Later With James Cameron and Boom! Boom! The World vs. Boris Becker. So whether you’re a

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Betty White’s House Has Been Tore Down Only One Year After She Died!

There are few actors or actresses that transcend time like Betty White. She has been in movies and entertainment for more than 70 years and our kids watched her, we watched her, our parents and their parents all watched Betty White on TV! She is a LEGEND! So, it shocked me to find out through Twitter that one year after her passing away, her estate decided to tear down her house! Had this been a

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The 5th Movie In The Indiana Jones Franchise Has A Title And A New Trailer!

There’s a new Indy Movie!  Indiana Jones and the Dial Of Destiny is the title for the newest sequel and we also have a brand new trailer that really gives us the goods!  There will be flashbacks to adventures we haven’t seen from previous sequels, re-introductions of old friends and even family members that we haven’t met yet, and an old Indy that once again gets the opportunity for an all new adventure. One of

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Top 10 Eighty’s Cartoon Villains

If you grew up watching 80s cartoons, you probably have some favorite villains you rooted against from your childhood. From some of the cheesiest to the most memorable, 80s cartoon villains left a huge mark on our childhood and are still hugely popular even today. To celebrate the ranking of big baddies, were gonna list the Top 10 cartoon villains of the 1980s.  So, let the countdown Begin!   #10  Miles Mayhem, from the show

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Off-White He-Man Toy Is A Love Letter To Virgil Abloh

If you love HE-MAN – Theres a new toy that you may really want to have for your collection! And were gonna talk about the new Mattel Creations He-Man offering in a second, but before I get to that, I want to give you some insight on this new HE-MAN Toys creator. Off-White – If you have never heard of it, is the brain child of luxury fashion designer and retro enthusiast extraordinaire, Virgil Abloh. 

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D&D Anniversary Documentary Being Made

A documentary about the popular role playing game Dungeons and Dragons is being made which will delve into the rise of the iconic game, the current game rules and iterations, and many interviews and commentary from celebrities and fans, old and new. D&D has been around for a very long time. In fact – in 2024 the game will celebrate it’s 50th anniversary. To celebrate this accomplishment, Hasbro’s Entertainment One Studio is producing a documentary

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First Look At A Christmas Story Christmas.. And Meh

A Christmas Story will go down as one of the greatest Christmas movies of all time. On the other hand, the first look at its sequel has so far proven to be less stellar and definitely less to go on. We were hoping to get something a bit more than a clip of Ralphie putting his glasses on and a bunch of audio clips from the first movie, but that’s exactly what we got. Not

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Goonies TV Show ‘Our Time’ To Mirror 1989 Raiders Of The Lost Ark Fan Film

Earlier this year, Disney+ announced they were producing a new TV series inspired by the classic 80s film ‘The Goonies’ that is  titled ‘Our Time’. The storyline centers on a teacher who helps her students recreate the Richard Donner-directed movie The Goonies, shot-for-shot. While its exciting that this show might be made, you might be interested that this new tv series was actually inspired by another movie besides Goonies! Do you recall a pretty well

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The Essential Star Wars Encyclopedia Has Arrived

Move over Encyclopedia Britannica, theres a new book set that has you beat! If you ever wanted to know just about everything there is to know about the Star Wars Galaxy, your in luck. The company Fanhome has the Official Star Wars Encyclopedia that will put any Star Wars handbook or reference to shame. From the timeline of the entire series to the accuracy of the different blasters in the Star Wars Universe, you will

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The Oregon Trail Is Being Made Into A Live-Action Movie Musical

You might have a wave of nostalgia blast through your mind at the mere mention of The Oregon Trail, which was a PC game that originally came out in 1971, but was made popular because of how many kids played it in their school computer class.  Its had a few revivals and is still fondly remembered by Gen-Xers when they see it, but this latest news is a bit different. Apparently its being made into

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Masters Of The Universe Eternia Set Being Crowd Fund By Mattel

Calling All Masters Of The Universe Fans –  You now have a chance to relive your childhood, especially if you missed out on getting the Masters Of The Universe Eternia Playset as a kid. The original playset was considered a flop when it was released in the 1980s, partly due to timing, but many years later, if you have the original set, it’s a very sought after toy. If you didn’t get one, Mattel is

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If He-Man Wrote A Fantasy Novel, It Might Be This..

It’s not every day that you read something that is totally out of this world and still really brings you home – like home to the 1980s. Tommy And The Order Of Cosmic Champions is one such book that might do just that. When I first picked this book up, I wasn’t sure what to expect; something akin to He-Man or Conan I guess. What I quickly found out was that this was just the

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Dungeons And Dragons Cartoon Action Figures Up For Pre-Order

Target is selling Dungeons and Dragons action figures based on the popular 80’s Cartoon. So far, there is no release date on when they will ship these first 4 figures, but you can already pre-order them off the target website, here. Just be sure to act fast, some other places that had them for sale are already sold out! From what we have seen, Venger and Dungeon Master come as a set, and you can

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Duke Nukem Live-Action Movie

Looks like a DUKE NUKEM might finally be getting a movie!  Its funny.. I say FINALLY like I was ever even expecting to see a DUKE NUKEM MOVIE It wasn’t even something I really every thought would happen, but since its being made, im all like.. BRING IT ON!!! I absolutely LOVED playing Duke Nukem 3d back in the late 90s and even before that, I use to play the side scrolling game that was

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ALF Cartoons Coming To SHOUT Factory

If you’re a fan of 80s cartoons and especially if you like ALF, whose real name is Gordon Shumway, is the alien from Melmac that had his own TV show that ran from 1986 to 1990.   You also  might remember there were 2 ALF cartoons that came on Saturday Mornings on the NBC cartoon lineup.   ALF The Animated series and ALF Tales. Well,  Shout! Factory TV , which already hs the ALF TV show on

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