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Sideshow is an online retailer and manufacturer of premium pop culture collectibles, operating since 1994. The shop carries a wide range of licensed products including action figures, statues, art prints, busts, prop replicas, and designer toys from major franchises such as Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, and The Lord of the Rings.
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About Sideshow
Founded
1994
Main category
Pop culture collectibles
Product types
Statues, action figures, art prints, busts, prop replicas, designer toys, apparel
Market segment
Premium
Key brands carried
Hot Toys, Iron Studios, Prime 1 Studio, Threezero, Kotobukiya, EXO-6
Key franchises
Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, Lord of the Rings, Predator, Stranger Things
Pre-orders available
Yes
Contests and giveaways
Yes, regularly
Sideshow positions itself in the premium segment of the collectibles market, targeting dedicated collectors and pop culture enthusiasts rather than casual buyers. Founded in 1994, the company operates both as a specialty manufacturer of its own original and licensed products and as a distributor for third-party makers such as Hot Toys, Iron Studios, and Prime 1 Studio. Products are developed by an in-house team of artists, sculptors, model makers, and painters, with an emphasis on accuracy and limited edition runs. The typical customer is a serious collector who values craftsmanship and is willing to invest in figural art tied to franchises from film, television, and comic books.
Active promotions
Ready to use with your order at Sideshow.
A percentage discount on a specific licensed collectible for a limited time, for example 20% off a selected Star Wars figure during a promotional period.
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Entry into a giveaway contest when visiting the site, offering collectors the chance to win a premium Hot Toys or Sideshow figure at no cost.
Example promotion
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Sideshow in the news
Recent updates and background about Sideshow, summarised in our own words.
Sideshow Announces Exclusive Items for San Diego Comic-Con 2026
Sideshow has revealed a selection of exclusive products tied to the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con. These items are expected to be available specifically in connection with the annual convention. Further details about the individual products have not yet been provided in the available information.
Doubles Tennis Players Express Concern Over Potential Funding Reductions
Professional doubles tennis players have voiced worries about possible cutbacks to their discipline within the sport. They argue that doubles deserves to be treated as a serious competitive format rather than a minor spectacle. The players are calling for greater recognition and financial support for doubles competition.
Circus Train Delivers Animals and Performers to Milwaukee
A circus train arrived in Milwaukee transporting wagons, animals, and sideshow performers. The arrival brought a variety of traditional circus elements to the city. The event was covered by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
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What others ask about Sideshow
Answers to the most common questions, based on search behaviour and our own research.
Is Sideshow a reliable webshop?
Sideshow has been active since 1994 and is a well-established name in the premium collectibles market. The company operates as both a manufacturer and distributor of licensed products, working directly with major rights holders and makers such as Hot Toys and Iron Studios.
Does Sideshow offer pre-orders on new collectibles?
Yes, Sideshow regularly offers pre-orders on upcoming products. Items such as the Hot Toys Predator Badlands Thia and Bud Sixth Scale Figure Set are available for pre-order directly through the website.
What kind of deals or discounts does Sideshow offer?
Sideshow runs Daily Deals and seasonal promotions, and occasionally offers percentage discounts on specific products. The site also features an Almost Gone section for clearance items and a Seconds section for discounted open-box or imperfect products.
What franchises and characters can I find at Sideshow?
The catalog covers a broad range of franchises including Star Wars, Marvel, DC Comics, The Lord of the Rings, Predator, Stranger Things, and many more. Popular characters include Batman, Spider-Man, Iron Man, Deadpool, Grogu, and Ahsoka Tano, among others.
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