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Series: The Simpsons, 9
Craftsmanship: 8.0 out of 10 - This is Disco Stu - Limited poseability - Fits right in with the rest of the Simpson figures - Perfect accessories
Playability: 9.5 out of 10 - Solidly constructed - Small accessories likely to be lost - Lots of play with the other Simpson figures - White suit picks up marks easily
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Disco Stu (The Simpsons)by Playmates
Not all action figures are created equal. And when that figure’s name is Disco Stu you know he’s got an unfair advantage right off the bat. Being part of the hit Simpson’s line doesn’t hurt things either.
For those of you in dark, Disco Stu is a Simpsons character whose psyche is eternally trapped in the ‘70s during the height of the disco era and this is his action figure likeness. As with every other figure in the Simpson line, the likeness is dead-on, right down to the chest hair. The relative size to the other figures is picture perfect. Actually, I could use the word “perfect” for many aspects of Disco Stu. Perfect suit, perfect paint job, perfect accessories, etc. however, Disco Stu isn’t perfect.
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Although his likeness has been captured, there’s no way to put him in some of the more classic disco poses due to his lack of useful articulation. His right arm is sculpted to mimic the “Stayin’ Alive” look but because his legs can’t be manipulated, it only goes ¼ of the way. The Simpson figures have always been limited to about four points of articulation – seams at the neck, shoulders, and waist – so if you’ve accepted this, Disco Stu’s lack of mobility won’t bother you. The restricted articulation makes him rock-solid when on display and if he does fall he won’t break. Installed on a playset he’s unknockdownable. However, I wish Disco Stu was |
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packaged with a base all his own. Displaying Stu with all his accessories would have enhanced his display properties. Nothing complicated – just something the disco ball can hang on and the framed gold record and disco sales chart can be installed on. (I took some time to rig up a simple frame out of scrap balsa wood and a paper clip and it makes him that much better to look at.)
Disco Stu is highly playable. Besides being highly compatible with the other Simpson figures his articulation is so basic that he’s incredibly hard to break. During the play test – this time involving a Golden Retriever, a two-story drop, and spending three hours face down in a kiddie pool – Disco Stu performed admirably with all limbs attached. However, he did pick up a few marks on his white leisure suit and the foot peg (to attach to the playsets) can get gummed up (or possibly rusted). Part of the allure of the Simpson figures has always been the various interactive environments, however, Stu only works with Springfield Retirement Castle and the upcoming Main Street. (Unfortunately, lacking the Retirement Castle I didn’t get to test out what catchphrases he has available.) His included accessories are pretty easy to lose if you’re not careful, but because of the compatibility with the other figures, mixing and matching accessories makes up for this.
Disco Stu has fans out there and they’d best snatch him up. The Simpson line is one of the best out there – some would argue, best line ever – and it just got better with Disco Stu, even with his shortcomings.
- Omni (August 14, 2002)
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