PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE

For fans who grew up with Captain Action

  • Many of you already hold pieces of the original legacy: costumes, figures, comic issues, the thrill of that rotating identity concept.

  • The fact that Captain Action still prompts blog pieces, collector rankings, re-print comics, and new figure announcements shows it hasn’t faded away. (See 13th Dimension’s collector-oriented coverage.)  

  • The stewardship via Catto, Ahearn and now Polis assures that your investment—emotional and material—is being built upon, not abandoned.

For newcomers discovering the brand

  • You’re not stepping into a defunct relic; you’re entering a living legacy that stretches from 1966 to today, with a base figure that was ahead of its time in cross-licensing and modular identity.

  • The property is actively being revived and expanded—new comics, uniform sets, collector figures, licensing deals—and the brand is positioned to grow.

  • When you see “Captain Action”—think transformation, legacy, heroism, and modular possibilities—not just one static character.

Collectibility & Value

A few notes for collectors (both vintage and modern):

  • Many original sets and uniforms rank high in collector value; the “TOP 13 Captain Action Sets & Collectibles” list is a worthy reference.  

  • Modern releases (e.g., the new 1/6-scale figure line) are designed more with collectors in mind than children’s play, reflecting the evolved market.  

  • Licensing and co-branding (Marvel costumes, Ultraman collaboration) have broadened the audience and value potential.  

Looking Ahead

The legacy continues, with several notable upcoming (and recent) milestones:

  • The 1/6-scale figure line (via LBO) expected to launch Fall 2024, as part of building a “Captain Action Pantheon.”  

  • Animation and TV development—a goal stated by Polis as financing deals are nearing completion.  

  • Continued expansion of comics and printed collections: e.g., the original DC comics are now collected.  

  • Diversification of the brand into new character uniforms, new characters (Major Action), and broadening the mythos beyond the 1960s concept.