August 2008
DVD: The A - Team: Complete Seasons 1-5 (27 Discs!!!)
In 1972 a crack commando unit was sent to prison by a military court for a crime they didn't commit. These men promptly escaped a maximum security stockade to the Los Angeles underground. Today still wanted by the government they survive as soldiers of fortune. If you have a problem if no one else can help and if you can find them maybe you can hire the A-Team!
[ more... ]50's Decade Box... Sweets from your 50s Childhood
We constantly get asked for historical information: 'It's my aunt Hilda's 60th, can you tell me what sweets were around when she was young?' Well fret no more, 'cos aunt Hilda's in for a treat - hoorah!
[ more... ]Mr Men Cufflinks
These quirky novel cufflinks make ideal gifts and are suitable for everyday wear. A fun gift that's practical and looks good too.
[ more... ]Mr. T In Your Pocket
Any of you old enough to know The A-Team will find this irresistible. Also good as a road rage calming device - I pity the fool... who doesn't own one of these...
[ more... ]DVD: ITC 50: 18 Classic Series (4 Discs)
The Persuaders, The Saint, The Prisoner, Danger Man, The Champions - these are just a few of the eighteen classic series which feature in a four disc set to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of the Incorporated Television Company and the people's channel - ITV.
[ more... ]DVD: Jason King - The Complete Series Special Edition
Britain's dandiest crime investigator has finally made it to DVD with the launch of Jason King - The Complete Series Special Edition.
[ more... ]The Prisoner - Re-invented
ITV has started filming a six-part 'reinvention' of the classic 60's series The Prisoner, the new show will 'reflect 21st century concerns and anxieties, such as liberty, security and surveillance, yet also showcase the same key elements of paranoia, tense action and socio-political commentary seen in McGoohan’s enigmatic original'. It is set to star Jim Caviezel in the role of Number Six and Ian McKellen will appear throughout the series in the role of Number Two.
[ more... ]Pin Art
Brings the fun and innovation of the 80s into the now and onto your desktop.
[ more... ]'Old Skool' Leather Football
Ah those were the days, jumpers for goalposts, scraped knees and muddied shorts, oranges at half time (the height of luxury) and it seemed to rain a lot - nostalgia bound up in a ball. This beauty is more a monument to the past than a football (you won't want to get it dirty, it looks so nice).
[ more... ]Build Your Own VW Camper Van
Seems like a fair deal, a little hard work and patience and our Build Your Own VW Bus rewards you with your own detailed scale model.
[ more... ]Voice Command Dalek
No doubt The Doctor would give his scarf and hat to have such a subservient and useful Dalek to guard the Tardis for him.
[ more... ]Mega Man 9
Gamasutra has a great interview with Mega Man 9 producer Hironobu Takeshita about the development process behind the forthcoming downloadable platformer.
[ more... ]Darth Vader Tie Fighter Webcam
A small, yet very cool, webcam modelled on Darth Vader's Tie Fighter!
[ more... ]Retro Spacehopper
The Retro Spacehopper is back in good old orange and black. Bounce your way right back in to the seventies.
[ more... ]School Badges
You may not have been the bossy boots with a badge at school, but here's a chance to redress the balance and announce your elitist status.
[ more... ]If You Build It...
Sean Kenney is a "professional kid" who likes to prove you can build anything with LEGO bricks!
[ more... ]Rocky Horror Movie to be Remade
Get prepared to get dressed up to go to the cinema, because cult musical film The Rocky Horror Picture Show is to be remade 33 years after it was first released. [ more... ]Taters of the Lost Ark
As if Mr Potato Head was not cool and heroic enough, he's now been given an Indiana Jones make-over, complete with whip, fedora hat and gold idol.
[ more... ]Darth Vader and Chewbacca Costumes
Have you ever wanted to be the most powerful and feared man in the galaxy?
Become the Sith Lord, Darth Vader and rule the Empire with an iron fist. Feel the power of the dark side of the force with this Supreme Edition Darth Vader costume.
[ more... ]Legoland Windsor
The entertainment is certainly hands-on at LEGOLAND Windsor. Children aged 3-12 can take to the road, soar through the skies and sail the seas in complete safety on any of our 50 interactive rides, live shows, building workshops, driving schools and attractions, all set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland.
[ more... ]New Baby VW Camper Van Money Box
A gorgeous gift for New Born Babies, an engraved money box with the message of your choice. This stylish silver plated New Baby - VW Camper Van Money Box features your message of up to 50 characters, beautifully engraved on the roof.
[ more... ]Star Wars Chubbies
“Always two there are; a master and an apprentice”. What a load of Bantha Fodder that is!
[ more... ]Star Wars Masks
Scare the living force out of somebody at your next fancy dress costume or at halloween with these realistic Star Wars masks!
[ more... ]Reverse Engineering Big Trak
Another case of somebody with too much time on their hands?
[ more... ]Game Over Mug
Play.com have some cool "Game Over" retro gaming mugs at Only £3.99 including Free Delivery!!!
[ more... ]Lego Minfigures
It has been 30 years since Lego launched its much-loved minifigure, designed by Jens Nygaard Knudsen. Since first appearing on the market in 1978, the little yellow figure has gone from strength to strength.
The familiar little yellow men and women with funny hair and bemused expressions were the culmination of years of work.
[ more... ]1908 Olympics
With the Beijing Olympics less that 1 day away (08/08/08 08:08), the BBC has a good article about the Fourth Olympiad: it was the first and last time that Britain ever topped an Olympic medal table.
[ more... ]Evel Knievel Mugs
Play.com have Official Evel Knievel Mugs at Only £5.00 including Free Delivery!!!
[ more... ]Quincy, M.E.
Many of the episodes follow this formula:
[ more... ]Programmes I Remember That Nobody Else Does: Automan
For those that couldn't understand the back story it was explained at the start of every episode:
[ more... ]Automan (voice-over): This is the story of Walter Nebicher, doing what he likes best: fighting crime in the streets. You see, Walter's a policeman. Unfortunately, the Chief doesn't want Walter on the streets.
Evel Knievel Super Stunt Set
The most popular plaything from the 70s is back and it's better than ever!
[ more... ]Slinky
There must be better things to do that watch a springy thingy slink down the stairs, but you'll forget what they are when you start fiddling with this 60th anniversary re-issue of Slinky.
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