Terminator Salvation Marcus Cole Figure

Posted on December 6, 2017 | Back to Toys and Games

Back in 2009, director / writer McG (of Supernatural fame) attempted to reboot the Terminator franchise by taking it in an entirely new direction. Terminator: Salvation introduced us to Marcus Wright (played by Sam Worthington), an executed convict who’s turned post-mortem into a kind of Terminator prototype. When Marcus awakens following Judgement Day, he immediately seeks out other humans — not realizing that he’s actually a machine-human hybrid. The film was pretty much universally panned by critics and audiences alike and McG’s vision went no further.

I was probably one of the few people I know who actually liked Salvation, appreciating its intent even if the execution was flawed. I also enjoyed the Marcus Wright character, a thoughtful foil to Christian Bale’s screeching portrayal of John Connor and empathetic older-brother figure to Anton Yelchin’s Kyle Reese. Thus I simultaneously purchased this collectable and the T-600 terminator (which I have yet to review) for about $300 combined.

The Marcus collectable provides an impressive likeness of Sam Worthington for what’s basically a particularly posable version of the old G.I. Joe action doll from the 1970s and 80s. Thirty-six points of articulation means you can pose Marcus in as many ways as his tight-fitting clothes will actually allow. The figure also comes with a huge variety of accessories, including faux-leather leggings and coat, a trench coat, boots, tactical gloves, a knife, shotgun and harness. Like most figures from Hot Toys, Marcus comes with a number of interchangeable heads and hands so you can mix up his look. The best head, in my opinion, is the one with the skin partially blown away to reveal the robotic skull underneath. The skin effects here and on the battle-damaged left arm are impressive and highly detailed. A plastic stand with the Terminator Salvation logo and Marcus Wright nameplate is also included.

The figure is no longer being produced but it can be purchased for up to $500 at various online venues. I bought mine in 2009 for around $150, so you know, I guess that was a good investment. Probably the only person wanting one would be a die-hard Terminator fan or a serious toy collector, but if you decide to seek Marcus out I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.