Superman 1978 DC Multiverse Deluxe Theatrical Edition In Stock
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Fresh off the wire, and this one is for anyone who’s been waiting to add the Man of Steel’s most iconic big-screen appearance to their collection. McFarlane Toys’ DC Multiverse Superman 1978 Deluxe Theatrical Edition is in stock right now at BigBadToyStore for $34.99, and if you’ve had your eye on this one, I wouldn’t sit on it. Christopher Reeve’s portrayal of Superman is the performance that defined the character for an entire generation, and seeing it translated into a 7-inch scale figure with this level of care is the kind of thing the hobby lives for. This deluxe release comes loaded with extras that justify the “theatrical edition” label, including two alternate heads, four pairs of interchangeable hands, an art card with stand, a mini Superman poster complete with display clips, and a figure base, which is a genuinely generous spread of accessories at this price point. The figure features 22 points of articulation with McFarlane’s Ultra Articulation design, and the mixed plastic and fabric construction should give the cape and suit a layered look that helps sell the on-screen presence we all remember. For collectors who grew up believing a man could fly, this is one of those releases that hits right in the sweet spot between nostalgia and modern figure engineering.
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Superman (1978) DC Multiverse Superman (Deluxe Theatrical Edition) Action Figure
Superman is shown here alongside his full packaging and included extras, which feature a printed art card and a themed display stand. I like how the figure’s classic blue suit, red cape, red trunks, and red boots closely match Christopher Reeve’s iconic look from the 1978 film. Multiple swap-out hands are packed inside the box window, offering a nice range of display options.
Superman comes with an impressive accessories spread, including three swap-out headsculpts, four pairs of interchangeable hands, a flight stand with multiple clear support pieces, and a double-sided art card reproducing the classic movie poster artwork. I like that they added a kryptonite shard accessory among the hand options, which is a fun little bonus for display setups.
Superman’s headsculpt carries a warm, subtle smile that captures a friendly expression, with neatly sculpted black hair featuring his signature curl across the forehead. I like the way the yellow belt buckle and the red-and-yellow S-shield pop against the blue of his suit, keeping the color separation clean and sharp.
Finished in a glossy blue with clean red accents, Superman’s cape drapes with a nice weight and texture to the fabric, falling naturally around his shoulders. The red boots have a slight sculpted fold at the top edges, and the articulation points at the knees and elbows blend reasonably well into the suit’s smooth finish.
Superman’s open hand and closed fist show off the clean paint separation between his blue sleeves and flesh-toned skin. It’s cool to see the cape spread out fully here, with the fabric catching a bit of movement and showing its full span from shoulder to edge.
The back of Superman’s cape features a large yellow S-shield printed cleanly against the red fabric, centered between the shoulder blades. I noticed that the cape’s hem falls just above the ankles, with the material keeping a smooth, even drape all the way down.
Superman is holding a small green kryptonite shard, and the translucent green plastic on it has a nice gradient that catches the light well. The sculpt on his face here leans more serious, with a firm jaw and a focused expression that reads differently from the warmer headsculpt. One thing I noticed right away is how the flesh-toned paint on the hands has a smooth, even coverage with no bleed into the surrounding blue of the suit.
Superman is posed with a pointing finger here, and I’m really digging the way that particular hand option adds some personality to the display. The articulation at the shoulder allows for a clean extended arm position, and the cape sits nicely behind both shoulders without bunching up around the neck joint.
