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The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian Product Line Brings Action & Adventure to Life

Wide Selection of Narnia Toys, Video Game and Collectibles Available to Fans Everywhere

GLENDALE, Calif., May 06, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The timeless and fascinating Narnia series has been captivating
fans and collectors for over 50 years, and on May 16th Walt Disney
Pictures and Walden Media are bringing the world of Narnia back to the
big screen with the release of The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince
Caspian. In conjunction with the film release, Disney Consumer
Products announces an all new exciting product line which focuses on
quality and authenticity. The toy range has impressive detail and
industry leading points of articulation and features.

(Editor's Note: High resolution media-ready images available
www.disneyconsumerproduct.com/pressroom online Narnia gallery
http://dcp.smugmug.com/gallery/4826936_tRLrC - no password required)

"The Narnia Prince Caspian product line gives fans the opportunity
to be immersed in the world of Narnia, and with the action figures,
swords, playsets and video game, they can recreate the adventure in a
fun and dynamic way," said Eva Steortz, vice president, Global
Franchise Development, boys and film, Disney Consumer Products. "In
addition, collectors will covet the highly detailed statues and busts
produced by masterful artists who have created realistic, quality
collectibles that last a lifetime."

THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA PRINCE CASPIAN TOY LINE

The Prince Caspian toy line created by the Play Along(R) division
of JAKKS Pacific(R), and now available at retailers including Toys R
Us and Target, empowers kids to relive the action-packed scenes from
the film and imagine they are part of the magical world of Narnia,
rich with talking animals and mythical creatures. The line includes
highly-detailed action figures and playsets, as well as heroic role
play items.

The 3.75" and 7" action figures represent over 25 different
heroes, villains and fantasy creatures from Narnia. Kids can collect
the figures, and imagine they are part of the magical world of Narnia!
The Prince Caspian Action Figures are highly-detailed and have
authentic battle action features representing how each character
actually battles in the movie. For ages 4 and up, SRP $6.99 - $14.99.

The Narnia action figures can be used to recreate the battle
scenes from the movie with the Deluxe Castle Playset. With over 15
action features, lights and sounds, authentic detail and deco, over 2
feet of vertical play and 360 degree play value, this playset creates
the ultimate Narnia adventure. Kids re-enact battle on the dueling
discs, fall through trap doors, navigate over collapsing bridges,
survive the dungeon, escape through the secret elevator and help
Caspian reclaim his throne. For ages 4 and up, SRP $59.99

Kids can transform into their favorite Narnia characters with The
Chronicles of Narnia Prince Caspian Narnia Battle Armor. The
action-packed Gauntlet Crossbow fires foam arrows, and the detailed
Helmet and Dagger will have kids feeling just like King Peter as they
defend the world of Narnia. For ages 4 and up, SRP $9.99

When it's time to battle to save the kingdom, they'll need The
Chronicles of Narnia Swords of Narnia. With three styles to choose
from - King Peter, Prince Caspian or the Evil King Miraz - each sword
features authentic details from that character's sword in the movie.
During battle play, real sword slashing battle sounds can be heard!
For ages 4 and up, SRP $9.99

THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA PRINCE CASPIAN VIDEO GAME

With combat, exploration and puzzle solving that extends beyond
the film, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian video game is the
ideal complement to the movie-going experience. The game features 20
playable characters including the ability to play as Prince Caspian.
Released by Disney Interactive Studios, the video game will be
available at major retailers on the Xbox 360(R) video game and
entertainment system from Microsoft, PLAYSTATION(R)3 computer
entertainment system, the Wii(TM) home video game system,
PlayStation(R)2 computer entertainment system, Nintendo DS(TM) system
and Windows-based PC. Developed by Traveller's Tales, The Chronicles
of Narnia: Prince Caspian for home consoles and Windows-based PC takes
players throughout Narnia and includes a level, which is unique from
both the novel and the film.

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian for Nintendo DS, an
action/role playing game, will debut DGamer, Disney Interactive
Studios' innovative new technology that provides a fun, connected game
community for Disney video game fans. With DGamer, players earn
content, interact and chat with others on Nintendo DS through the
Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection or on a computer through the Disney.com Web
site. DGamer will be offered in North America in future Nintendo DS
games from Disney Interactive Studios with a future launch scheduled
in other global regions. Prince Caspian for Nintendo DS was developed
by Fall Line Studio, the Nintendo platform-dedicated development
studio of Disney Interactive Studios.

The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian video game is rated Teen
with violence.

THE CHRONICLES OF NARNIA PRINCE CASPIAN COLLECTIBLES

Weta Collectibles has once again teamed up with Disney Consumer
Products and talented technicians to create a line of statues based on
the film. Working closely with Disney and their creative team, Weta
Workshop designed and produced many of the props and costuming for the
sequel, gaining a unique insight into the world of Narnia. The Weta
Collectibles range features limited edition polystone statues of
iconic characters from the film, including Prince Caspian himself, the
irrepressible warrior mouse Reepicheep and a Saytr in mid battle. Also
included in the first pieces of the range is a 1/5th scale mini-bust
of the Minotaur, and a collection of 1/4th scale miniature helmets,
based on the full sized costume pieces Weta Workshop's artists
designed and built for the Chronicles of Narnia films.

Robert Tonner's collection of TONNER CHARACTER FIGURES(TM) (TCF)
depicts William Moseley in the role of Peter Pevensie; Anna Popplewell
in the role of Susan Pevensie; Skandar Keynes in the role of Edmund
Pevensie; and Georgie Henley in the role of Lucy Pevensie. Ranging
from 13"-19" tall, each perfectly replicated Pevensie sibling comes
authentically dressed. The intricate costume details range from real
buttons and lace-up shoes to custom knit sweaters. The kings and
queens of Narnia also have separate coronation costumes available
which include fine details such as intricately molded crowns,
hand-embroidery details and luxurious fabrics. These wardrobe
adventurers are perfectly scaled and composed of fine quality
hard-plastic and vinyl. Each figure features hand-painted face details
and 14-points of articulation for the most realistic poses.

Narnia collectibles will be available in collectible and comic
book stores in July 2008.

About The Chronicles of Narnia Prince Caspian

The Chronicles of Narnia Prince Caspian is based on the classic
novel series by C.S. Lewis and will be the second story in the series
to become a major motion picture, following the 2005 release of The
Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. Prince Caspian follows the Pevensie
children - Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy - as they are summoned back
to Narnia to help Caspian rescue the kingdom from his evil uncle's
rule and restore magic to the glorious land of Narnia. The live-action
and computer graphic imagery film is being directed by Andrew Adamson
(Shrek, Shrek 2) and stars many of the same cast members who brought
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe to life.

About Disney Consumer Products

Disney Consumer Products and affiliates (DCP) is the business
segment of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) that extends the Disney
brand to merchandise ranging from apparel, toys, home decor and books
and magazines to interactive games, foods and beverages, stationery,
electronics and fine art. This is accomplished through DCP's various
lines of business which include: Disney Toys, Disney Apparel,
Accessories & Footwear, Disney Food, Health & Beauty, Disney Home and
Disney Stationery. Other businesses involved in Disney's consumer
products sales are Disney Publishing Worldwide, the world's largest
publisher of children's books and magazines, Disney Interactive
Studios, a leading developer and publisher of video games and
interactive entertainment, and www.disneyshopping.com, the company's
official shopping portal. The Disney Stores retail chain, which
debuted in 1987, is owned and operated by Disney in North America and
Europe. The Disney Stores chain in Japan is operated under a license
agreement with Disney.

SOURCE: Disney Consumer Products

Disney Consumer Products
Shawn Tuner, 818-544-0848
shawn.n.turner@disney.com
or
Nidia Caceros Tatalovich, 818-544-0399
nidia.tatalovich@disney.com

Copyright Business Wire 2008


 
 

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