10 top toys based on films: On location in your living room
Kidult-approved treasures that are perfect for your shelves and guaranteed to raise a smile.
Don't settle for basic wall posters as a static tribute to your favourite films. Sure, those vinyl character figures celebrating the big screen are fine, but let’s be honest — they’re a little, well, passé.
Now, don’t get us wrong, these items have their place and certainly beat staring at questionable wallpaper or a collection of family photos and forgotten knick-knacks from a bygone era. But your shelves are begging for something more — something that not only catches the eye but sparks curiosity. Something interactive. When someone inevitably asks, “What’s that then?” you’ll be more than happy to launch into an enthusiastic explanation and demonstration with these ten excellent movie-based toys, sure to delight collectors young, old, and old enough to know better.
While it’d be amazing to have an indoor trampoline straight out of Big, or even a fully interactive Jumanji game board, or even the Triumph motorcycle that sped Steve McQueen over the wire in The Great Escape, we know practicality and affordability get in the way. But don’t fret! We’ve dug up a collection of attainable, Kidult-approved treasures that are perfect for your shelves and guaranteed to raise plenty of grins when you play.
The Matrix: The Nebuchadnezzar
This multi-syllable spaceship is celebrating 25 years since Keanu "Neo" Reeves first battled the machines of The Matrix franchise. Originally belonging to Laurence ‘Morpheus’ Fishburne and his rebel crew, this sleek craft kept them one step ahead of the robotic baddies in the original sci-fi trilogy. Packed with detail, this 30cm die-cast model ship is made of zinc alloy — which sounds futuristic enough — and boasts a hand-painted finish that adds a human touch no AI could replicate.
Jada Godzilla VS Kong Walking RC
This killer kaiju is impressive enough when static, but once you power up this mighty Godzilla, he’s ready to stomp his way into your heart. Take this lumbering monster for a stroll, whip its tail, and watch as its back lights up with energy spines. You can even unleash its heat-ray breath, clearing the Hot Wheels cars and LEGO houses you’ve carefully placed in ‘Zilla’s destructive path.
Corgi Batmobile (RT26701)
The Tumbler or the Keaton Mobile? In the great debate over the best Batmobile, this classic 60’s-era Corgi model is the one that’ll make Batman purists swoon the most. Diecast and packaged in retro style, it comes with both Batman and Robin sat inside, plus an arsenal of features — including rockets you can fire, a chain slasher blade, and turbine jet exhaust. Admire the box, sure, but Gotham City is calling. Time to take Corgi model RT26701 for a spin.
TUBBZ First Edition: Wicked - Elphaba Thropp Cosplaying Rubber Duck
We’re pretty sure there wasn’t a bathtub-based action scene in the witchy blockbuster Wicked, but here’s your chance to create one yourself and label it a “deleted scene.” These rubber duckies are surprisingly detailed, and after a soak there’s no need to worry about costume changes or post-soap hair — just towel them off, and they’re ready to defy gravity all over again.
Robosen: Buzz Lightyear
- £499 from Robosen
This isn’t just a detailed replica of the iconic Toy Story character. Oh no — this fully-animatronic Buzz Lightyear is a marvel of engineering. Made from over 3,000 parts, 75 microchips, and 23 servo motors, it’s deserving of 360-degree admiration, equipped even with eye- and mouth-moving ‘micro servos’. Controlled by smartphone or voice, the play options will take owners to infinity and beyond.
Scalextric Back to the Future vs Knight Rider
Scalextric has never had a better lineup of cars celebrating big-screen vehicles. From Thunderbirds and John Wick to James Bond and the Blues Brothers, there’s something for every collector to add to their living room race tracks. But when K.I.T.T. and the DeLorean hit the classic figure-eight speedway, complete with their iconic lights, you’ll know exactly why this set is a must-have.
Star Wars GraviTrax Action Set Death Star
We all know the struggle of walking past a toy with a “try me” button and resisting the urge to press it. The same goes for this GraviTrax Star Wars set. A marble run track with a difference, its base is shaped like the Death Star, and it features an X-Wing and TIE Fighter that integrate into the chain-reaction action. With extra accessories and track pieces available for expansion, this set is your ticket to building your own intergalactic empire.
LEGO Jabba’s Sail Barge
This Return of the Jedi-themed set is a bit on the pricey side, but this nearly 4,000-piece build is worth every brick. Packed with detail, the LEGO Jabba’s Sail Barge set features ten minifigures (including the not-so-slender, slobbering Jabba) and takes you through a lengthy yet rewarding build. It’s impressive from a distance, but the real beauty is in the intricate details, both above and below deck. Make sure this one isn’t destined for the Sarlaac pit, and get it on your wishlist instead.
Despicable Me 4 Minion Ultimate Fart Blaster
Oh, the “I-can’t-believe-it-actually-exists” Fart Blaster. Yes, it’s childish. Yes, it’s ridiculous. But it’s also undeniably hilarious. With 15 different fart sounds pulled straight from the Minions franchise, this blaster lets you launch fog rings infused with your chosen scent — banana, anyone? Or how about a blast of something more... pungent? Sure, it’s silly, but it’ll have you grinning every time you pull the trigger.
Deadpool’s Head
When a superhero figure practically screams for attention, you should listen. This decapitated Deadpool head doesn’t just sit there — it gives the full Ryan Reynolds performance, rolling around and moving its eyes and mouth with motors convincingly. Throw in some sound effects (including some x-rated rants), and you’ve got over 600 noises, insults and rants to annoy folks with. It might even work better as a gift for a fr-enemy, if there’s someone in your life who can’t stand the Merc with a Mouth.
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