Looking for Action Figures

The most iconic action figure is probably G.I. Joe, who is now a renewed interest from the new GI Joe movie. G.I. Joe has been made by Hasbro since 1964. Besides the films G.I. Joe has also been seen in promotional comics, cartoons and video games. Currently, G.I. Joe action figures based on the movie can be bought.

Another always popular Transformers toys. Transformers which are also made by Hasbro, the toy car starts when you buy them, but then transform into alien robots. The Transformers franchise has been in big blockbuster movies that have brought the toy even more popular.

There is also talk of many different superheroes. The most popular at the moment Batman, from success in the recent Dark Knight movie. In addition to the Batman action figure, you can also buy the Bat-mobile or a villain to go with, such as the Joker. Spider-Man and Superman are also popular. Spider-Man and many Spider-Man villains can currently be purchased at any toy store. Superman is not as popular right now, so he can be a little harder to find.

Star wars action figures are also a lot of fun for young boys. This includes Darth Vader, Stormtroopers, Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Chewbacca, C3PO, R2D2, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin, an Imperial Officer, Yoda, Princess Leila, and Battle Droids. These can be a really fun toy for young boys, because there are so many different them to collect.

While the action figures are mainly for boys, there are some who could appeal to girls as well. Girls are generally more interested in dolls, but when movie characters are made into action figures, girls may be interested. One of the best-selling figures on Amazon are currently Edward Cullen action figure from the movie Twilight. This is aimed at teenage girls. Girls of all ages (and boys as well) may also be interested in Harry Potter.

For interactive action figures, action figures can be from the latest Disney Pear film, Wall-E be of interest to both girls and boys. Action Figures Wall-E and Eve, which moves and lights up. They also interact with each other with built-in microphones. Wall-E and Eve will also talk to you when you talk to them, and Wall-E gets scared when he hears loud noises. Although they are expensive, Wall-E and Eve are fun interactive toys for both girls and boys.

Action figures can be purchased at major toy stores such as Toys R Us, which is recommended if you are looking for a wide selection. You can also find many figures in children's toy sections of department stores such as Target and Wal-Mart. These toys can also be found at many comic shops.