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NECA Reveals Raphael as Frankenstein’s Monster from Awesome New “Universal Monsters x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” Line! [Photo]

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While Playmates created hundreds of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures throughout the 1990s, the highlight was their Universal Monsters crossover that imagined the turtles as Universal’s iconic horror characters.

In 1993, Playmates released Leonardo as The Wolfman, Raphael as The Mummy, Michaelangelo as Frankenstein’s Monster, and Donatello as Dracula, documents Universal Monsters Universe, further adding that a second wave hit toy shelves in 1994 and consisted of April as the Bride of Frankenstein, Leonardo as the Creature from the Black Lagoon, Michaelangelo as The Invisible Man, and Raphael as the Metaluna Mutant. They were awesome and have become incredibly collectible.

NECA is reviving this gem of a concept and has just revealed their own Universal Monsters x Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figure line!

The first announcement is Raphael as Frankenstein’s Monster, which comes with a metal chain, interchangeable hands, & a pair of lightning bolt sai. It will come in collector-friendly window box packaging featuring a custom illustration and won’t be exclusive, meaning it’ll be available wide. Fuck yeah.

Look at this badass action figure. I can’t wait to see the other four turtles and hope it does well enough to warrant a future playset and additional accessories.

Also check out this ridiculously awesome retro commercial:

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Limited Edition ‘Creature from the Black Lagoon’ Monster High Doll Releasing This Week!

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April 23, 2024

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Following in the wake of dolls based on The Shining, Stephen King’s IT, Beetlejuice, Gremlins 2, Elvira, and Annabelle, the Creature from the Black Lagoon is getting a Monster High doll.

On Friday, April 26th at 9am PT, Mattel Creations, Mattel’s e-commerce and content platform for creators, collaborations, and innovators, will be releasing the newest Monster High Skullector doll, Creature From the Black Lagoon!

In partnership with Universal Products & Experiences, Monster High is reimagining the iconic creature who lies in the mysterious depths of the Amazon just in time for the 70th anniversary of the classic film. The prehistoric amphibious humanoid dazzles in Monster High fashion with glimmering green gills, shimmering scales, and killer harpoon heels.

The Creature from the Black Lagoon Monster High doll features…

  • 10.5 inches tall with 11 points of articulation
  • New face sculpt (made specifically for this doll) on original scaly body with fin and gill details
  • Wears a scaly swimsuit with pearlescent amphibious body armor
  • Accessorized with anchor-accented fin headpiece and webbed harpoon heel boots
  • Includes custom lagoon-inspired doll stand and premium packaging

On sale to the public beginning April 26, the limited edition doll will be selling for $65. These Monster High “Skullector” dolls never last long, so be sure to act fast this coming Friday!

Head over to the Mattel Creations website to learn more and see more images.

The Monster High Skullector series reimagines horror icons through the lens of fabulous Monster High style. Creature From the Black Lagoon joins previous Skullector sellout drops including Universal’s Classic Monsters — Frankenstein’s Monster, The Bride of Frankenstein, and Dracula — as well as the legendary killer dolls, Chucky and Tiffany.

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