DWM Special Edition - Action Figures: The Essential Guide

Thursday, 21 April 2022 - Reported by Marcus

Doctor Who Magazine Special 60 Action Figures: The Essential Guide (Credit: Panini)

The latest special edition of Doctor Who Magazine is a lavishly illustrated guide to action figures and other articulated toys inspired by the original run of the series.

Packed with exclusive photography and behind-the-scenes details, this publication includes collectibles inspired by the first eight Doctors, their companions and adversaries.

From the earliest Dalek rarities in the1960s to the very latest gift sets, this is the story of a merchandising phenomenon.

Action Figures: The Essential Guide 1963-1996 is on sale from Thursday 21 April at WHSmith, selected supermarkets and online from panini.co.uk priced £7.99.

A digital edition is also available, priced £6.99 from pocketmags.com

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