{"id":62393,"date":"2012-09-29T12:37:55","date_gmt":"2012-09-29T17:37:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.theonering.net\/torwp\/?p=62393"},"modified":"2012-09-29T12:37:55","modified_gmt":"2012-09-29T17:37:55","slug":"collecting-the-precious-the-bridge-direct-hobbit-figures-arrive-october-1st","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theonering.net\/torwp\/2012\/09\/29\/62393-collecting-the-precious-the-bridge-direct-hobbit-figures-arrive-october-1st\/","title":{"rendered":"Collecting The Precious – The Bridge Direct Hobbit Figures Arrive October 1st"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>The figures for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey<\/em> will be available in a matter of hours! The Bridge Direct<\/a> has published their final press release letting fans know what to expect from their awesome line of figures. As we mentioned<\/a>, starting October first fans will be able to find these collectibles in their favorite brick and mortar stores nationwide. Items for this line range in size from 3.75″ figures to your very own Dwarven Battle Axe. Next week, when these figures arrive in stores, we’ll have reviews\u00a0 of some of the awesome collectibles you can get your hands on.<\/p>\n

Read the official press release from The Bridge Direct (after the break):<\/p>\n

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The Hobbit<\/em><\/strong> Trilogy Inspired Master Toy line from The Bridge Direct<\/strong><\/p>\n

Journeys to Retailers Nationwide on October 1<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u00a0The Bridge Direct Unveils Action Figures and Role Play Toys Inspired by <\/em>The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, Creating Excitement for the Film\u2019s December 14 Release<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0Boca Raton, FL (September 28, 2012) <\/strong>\u2013 Almost a year after Warner Bros. Consumer Products<\/strong> announced that The Bridge Direct<\/strong> was named co-master toy partner for the upcoming The Hobbit <\/em>Trilogy, the much-anticipated product line has finally made the journey to retail shelves. Beginning on Monday October 1, fans will be able to take home the authentic collection of toys, including 3.75\u201d figures, 6\u201d figures, collector packs and role play accessories, that are inspired by The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey<\/em>, the first film in the trilogy, a production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM).<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Bridge Direct has done a spectacular job of capturing the richly imagined world of Middle-earth in their new toy collection,\u201d said Brad Globe, President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.\u00a0\u201cThe product line will hit retailer shelves just in time to add to the excitement around the highly anticipated release of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cOur team has been working feverishly to create a collection of products that will exceed the fans\u2019 expectations,\u201d said Jay Foreman, President and CEO of The Bridge.\u00a0 \u201cIt is an honor to work on an epic franchise, and crafting the most authentically detailed products possible was a task we did not take lightly.\u201d<\/p>\n

Bringing The Hobbit<\/em> to life for fans of all ages, the toy collection includes:<\/p>\n

3.75\u201d Action Figures<\/strong> \u2013 Available in Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf the Grey, Thorin Oakenshield, Grinnah the Goblin and Legolas Greenleaf, these 3.75″ scale action figures contain up to 12 points of articulation and replicate the authentic facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in painstaking detail. (For Ages 4+, SRP $7.99 each)<\/p>\n

\u00a03.75\u201dAction Figure 2-Packs <\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>These pairings of 3.75″ scale action figures are available in four styles: Bilbo and Gollum, Balin and Dwalin, Kili and Fili, and Legolas Greenleaf and Tauriel, with both Balin and Tauriel being EXCLUSIVE to the 2-Packs at this scale in this series. \u00a0(For Ages 4+, SRP $14.99 each)<\/p>\n

\u00a03.75\u201d Figure Deluxe 2-Pack <\/strong>\u2013 Gandalf and Bolg prepare for battle with this set of 3.75″ scale action figures pairing a key hero with a key villain. (For Ages 4+, SRP $17.99)<\/p>\n

\u00a03.75\u201d Action Figure Box Set <\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>Join Bilbo, Thorin, Kili, Fili and Dwalin, with this special box set for the avid collector. The set includes 3-5 weapons\/accessories for each figure for posing and battling action. (For Ages 4+, SRP $29.99)<\/p>\n

\u00a03.75\u201d Beast Pack <\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>Every good villain needs a beast to ride into battle, and this 3.75″ scale action figure beast pack has them both with Fimbul the Hunter and his Warg! Featuring authentic detail, these figures are sure to become collector’s items. (For Ages 4+, SRP $19.99)<\/p>\n

<\/strong><\/em>3.75\u201d Figure Battle Pack <\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>One of the biggest and baddest creatures faces off with a key hero in this 3.75″ scale action figure battle pack featuring the Goblin King and Thorin Oakenshield. Each figure replicates the facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories of the character in authentic detail. (For Ages 4+, SRP $29.99)<\/p>\n

6\u201d Collector Figures <\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>Available in Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf the Grey, Thorin Oakenshield, Legolas Greenleaf and Tauriel, these 6″ scale collector figures feature intricate details based on the characters. Each with up to 12 points of articulation and authentic details replicating the character\u2019s facial features, clothing, weapons and accessories, these figures are sure to become coveted pieces of movie memorabilia. (For Ages 4+, SRP $14.99 each)<\/p>\n

Bilbo\u2019s Sword, Sting <\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>Featuring motion-activated battle sounds and a glowing light, this deluxe role-play sword will give young fans the complete character experience. (For Ages 4+, SRP $19.99)<\/p>\n

6\u201d Dwarven Battle Axe <\/strong>\u2013 <\/strong>This role-play axe replicates in authentic detail the battle axe carried by Gloin the Dwarf. Now fans can re-enact key battle scenes at home. (For Ages 4+, SRP $12.99)<\/p>\n

Several of the items are currently available for pre-sale orders at major online retailers, and the entire collection will be available in both mass and specialty retail chains nationwide come Monday, October 1.\u00a0 Members of the media will be able to preview The Hobbit<\/em> inspired toy line today at the annual Time to Play Holiday Showcase in New York City.<\/p>\n

About The Hobbit<\/em> Trilogy:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

A production of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures (MGM), \u201cThe Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey\u201d <\/em>is the first of three films from filmmaker Peter Jackson, the Academy Award-winning director of \u201cThe Lord of the Rings\u201d Trilogy.\u00a0 The screenplay for \u201cThe Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey\u201d is by Fran Walsh & Philippa Boyens & Peter Jackson & Guillermo del Toro.\u00a0 Jackson is also producing the film, together with Carolynne Cunningham, Zane Weiner and Fran Walsh.\u00a0 The executive producers are Alan Horn, Toby Emmerich, Ken Kamins and Carolyn Blackwood, with Boyens and Eileen Moran serving as co-producers.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey\u201d and the second and third films of the trilogy are productions of New Line Cinema and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures, with New Line managing production.\u00a0 Warner Bros. Pictures is handling worldwide theatrical distribution, with select international territories as well as all international television distribution being handled by MGM.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey\u201d will be released on December 14, 2012, with the second film, \u201cThe Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug,\u201d releasing December 13, 2013, and the third film, \u201cThe Hobbit: There and Back Again,\u201d slated for July 18, 2014. www.thehobbit.com<\/a><\/p>\n

\u00a9 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.\u00a0 All rights reserved.\u00a0 THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY, THE HOBBIT: THE DESOLATION OF SMAUG, THE HOBBIT: THERE AND BACK AGAIN, The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring, The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King and the names of the characters, items, events and places therein are trademarks of The Saul Zaentz Company d\/b\/a Middle-earth Enterprises under license to New Line Productions, Inc.<\/strong><\/p>\n

About The Bridge Direct, Inc.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

The Bridge Direct, Inc. is a global children\u2019s consumer products company that provides strategic support and resources to licensors, retailers and distributors. The Bridge\u2019s services include product development, <\/em>manufacturing, line planning, branding, marketing and sales support. Product lines from The Bridge include: Annoying Orange<\/em> plush, figures and games; Inkoos\u2122 draw, wash and redo activity plush; Justin Bieber dolls and toys; Looney Tunes<\/em> plush, figures, playsets and role play toys; Shoulder Buddies\u00ae<\/sup> wearable figures; The Hobbit<\/em> figures and role play toys; and Waverly and The Magic Seashells dolls and playsets. To find out more about The Bridge, please visit www.thebridgedirect.com<\/a> or follow the company on Facebook at http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TheBridgeDirect<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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