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pdaat

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Early Release of Movie Figures?
« on: June 18, 2009, 01:17:47 PM »
I heard tell that the movie figures may be released early (this was completely separate from me hunting for any accidentally released product).  I called Hasbro this morning to confirm the rumours and the Hasbro CSR did confirm the release date for at least Wave 1 (I confirmed with specific figs) was moved up from July to June - including Canada.

Next, I called the closest Wal-mart and spoke to the Hasbro area manager and she said she just had the Hasbro rep in yesterday and they had  a "mod" (or something like that) of movie stuff out this morning.

I hopped in the car and 40 minutes later I was there.  All I could find was the 3 packs though!?!?!?  I tracked her down and she meant only the 3 packs were back in stock.  I thought I was clear, but I guess not....

I went to Zellers and TRU.  Zellers had none in stock or in the back and TRU was sticking to their July 10 (?) date.

Epic fail.

At least I had it confirmed the release date was moved up.
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Re: Early Release of Movie Figures?
« Reply #1 on: June 18, 2009, 02:54:12 PM »
Interesting.

However, I will say this again.  Since TF1 did so well in theatres and on toy shelves, I no longer worry about finding product right away.  It will be out, and in full force.  So much so, that I wouldn't be surprised at a sale on the Joe stuff within the first 2 weeks. 

Considering Walmart and TRU both had sales on TF2 products from day one!!! I won't be surprised if something similar doesn't happen with Joe.
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Re: Early Release of Movie Figures?
« Reply #2 on: June 19, 2009, 11:16:14 AM »
I spoke to someone else at Wal-Mart.  They said the earliest they will have the product in even if Hasbro has changed the release date will be in 2 weeks.  He then said perhaps next Friday (the 26th).

And yes, I am one of those kids who went looking for his Christmas presents early.
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Re: Early Release of Movie Figures?
« Reply #3 on: June 19, 2009, 12:01:41 PM »
If you can find out, see if anyone will let you know if any sales are planned for the release date.
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Re: Early Release of Movie Figures?
« Reply #4 on: June 25, 2009, 06:18:28 PM »
The only place I know of right now is SmallJoes on July 6th
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