I was kinda crushed to hear of the passing of Martin Landau yesterday besides being a fan of his work, there is also a true connection to him and this site.
It was my admiration for merchandise based on Space:1999 that got me into toy collecting in the first place, so without Martin Landau toys, no PlaidStallions. I figured the best thing to do would be to showcase my favourite items that feature his likeness, so please join me after the jump!
While I certainly don't have a large collection of Space:1999 items, it is whittled down to my all time favourites. Like the AHI Parachutist above.
This is my all time favourite Mego figure, I remember finding it was like a holy grail at the time.
I can't tell you how many hours i spent with this as a kid.
I got this from a former Mattel employee, it's a rejected head sculpt for a 12" figure based on Space:1999. It's a shame this never was produced because it's likeness is quite eerie.
I spent the better part of an hour setting up the Mattel Eagle yesterday, I was elated to find that I own two Commander Koenig figures. I got the news Landau had passed after this.
Finally, this is the poster I pass on my way to my office. It was a recent purchase and something I had spent decades looking for.
RIP Mr Landau.
I was happy a moment ago when my Gabriel Zorro action figure arrived in the mail, and then I get this sad news. Like you, I enjoyed Space: 1999 as a youngster, and then the re-runs as an adult. I had the Mattel action figures, and I must have also had the Moonbase Alpha playset, because I still have the small white table. I own a few more items now, not as many as you, but a nice collection, including the action figures, a few of the Donruss cards, and a Dynamite magazine. My brother once had a subscription and kept all the magazines.
ReplyDeleteThat poster of yours is Dyn-o-mite.
I must have missed the episode with the parachutes...
ReplyDeleteAll I had at the time was the classic green eagle. I actually had it before the series started for some reason, remember arguing with my parents about how it took off; they were adamant it took off like a rocket due to the large engines at the back. Clueless... :D
He always seemed to add a little class to whatever he was in. L.I.M. Mr. Landau.
ReplyDeleteI remember watching Space 1999 with my Grandfather on Saturday afternoons.
ReplyDeleteI recently bought the DVD set, and still enjoyed the 1st season immensely. I have to admit though the 2nd Season was a bit rough. I'd sure like to learn the story behind the format change in the show.
RIP Mr. Landau, and thanks for the fine entertainment.