Would you ever dare to invite a vampire into your home? What about one you don’t realize is a vampire at first? Well,Sideshow Collectiblesis giving fans a chance to do just that with their brand-newThe Lost Boysfigure, showcasingKiefer Sutherland’s coven leader David, and Collider has an exclusive first look at the figurine, courtesy of Editor-in-ChiefSteve Weintraub— Chinese takeout not included.
The figure features David in all his vampiric glory, fangs out and face transformed as he appears towards the end of the film. The figure is a full-body sculpt, also featuring his iconic trench coat and boots look, complete with fangs, claws, and Sutherland’s unforgettable bleach-blonde mullet. It debuts alongside other new, incredibly detailed collectibles at this year’sSideshow Con, a virtual showcase featuring exclusive announcements, live streams, giveaways, and more from July 18 to July 21. The event features new figures from the MCU,Star Wars, and more, as well as an art show from a galaxy far, far away.
Sideshow Celebrates a Fang-tastic Cult Classic
The Lost Boyscelebrates its thirty-sixth anniversary this year, having become a cult classic in the years since its release in 1987. Directed byJoel Schumacherand starringJason Patric,Corey Feldman, and the lateCorey Haimamong others (including Sutherland), the story of two boys who must fight off a coven of vampires in their new California home is beloved by many horror fans the world over, and it’s referenced and parodied time and time again as our cultural fascination with vampires continues.
Image via Steve Weintraub
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Our Never-Ending Love for Vampires Continues
WhileThe Lost Boyshas remained a pillar of vampire cinema since the ‘80s, the world’s love for the bloodsucking bad boys has continued in various forms, including multiple this year alone. This spring saw the premiere ofNicolas Cage’sRenfield, while August will bring usThe Last Voyage of the Demeter, both based on the classic tale ofDracula.Robert Eggersis also bringing a version ofNosferatuto our screens next year, starringNicholas Hoult,Lily-Rose Depp, andAaron Taylor-Johnson.
For more on Sideshow’sThe Lost Boysfigurevisit this link, as well as check out theSideshow Con websitefor more information on the upcoming virtual event. Check out more photos of the figure down below:
