Horror is personal for us. We collect it ourselves, and over the years Misfit Toys has carried nearly every horror line there is, from rare vintage monster toys to today’s collector figures. Our selection changes as pieces come in, so call or stop by to see what’s in the store. We buy and sell horror toys, figures, and memorabilia at 3511 Houston Avenue in the Houston Heights, along with prototypes, and screen-used props through our sister store, Lost and Found Media.
A short history of horror toys
- 1931: Universal releases Dracula and Frankenstein. With The Mummy (1932), The Invisible Man (1933), The Wolf Man (1941), and Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954), these films create the monsters that would fill toy shelves for decades.
- Late 1950s: Universal’s classic films come to television through the Shock Theater package in 1957, and Famous Monsters of Filmland magazine launches in 1958. Together they create a generation of “Monster Kids.”
- 1961: Aurora releases its Frankenstein model kit, followed by the Wolf Man in 1962 and the Mummy in 1963. Aurora’s monster kits are now among the most sought-after vintage horror collectibles.
- 1963: Louis Marx & Co. produces figures of the Universal monsters.
- Mid-1970s: Mego’s Mad Monsters bring Dracula, Frankenstein, the Wolf Man, and the Mummy to its 8-inch, cloth-costumed format.
- 1980: Remco releases Universal Monsters figures, including its Mini-Monsters line.
- 1989: At the height of Freddy-mania, Matchbox releases an 18-inch talking Freddy Krueger.
- 1998: McFarlane Toys launches Movie Maniacs with Jason Voorhees, Leatherface, and Freddy Krueger, opening the door to modern horror figure collecting.
- Early 2000s: Sideshow’s 12-inch Universal Monsters set a new standard for premium horror figures.
- 2005: NECA launches Cult Classics, beginning a horror catalog that continues today.
- Today: NECA, Mezco, Super7, and independent sofubi artists keep both classic monsters and modern slashers on collectors’ shelves. See our Godzilla, Kaiju & Sofubi page for more on sofubi.
What we carry and buy
Vintage horror
- Aurora monster model kits
- Marx, Mego Mad Monsters, and Remco Universal Monsters figures
- Vintage Freddy, Jason, and other 1980s horror merchandise
Modern horror
- McFarlane Movie Maniacs
- NECA, including Cult Classics, Ultimate figures, and retro clothed figures
- Mezco, including Living Dead Dolls and One:12 Collective
- Super7 ReAction and Ultimates
- Sideshow and other premium horror figures and statues
- Horror sofubi
Memorabilia, props, and prototypes
- Horror memorabilia
- Screen-used props, through our sister store, Lost and Found Media
- Prototypes
For horror movies on physical media and screen-used props, visit our sister store, Lost and Found Media, in the same building.
How we value horror
Two pieces that look alike can be worth very different amounts. When we make an offer, we look at:
- Demand: how quickly the piece sells in our store
- Current stock: whether we already have it in inventory
- Model kits: sealed or unbuilt, original box, complete parts, and instructions
- Packaging: card or box condition, and whether it has been opened
- Completeness: original accessories, weapons, and costumes
- Smoke and sun: smoke odor or staining, and faded boxes, cards, or figures
- Prototypes: stage of development and where the piece came from
Selling horror collectibles?
We buy horror toys, figures, model kits, and memorabilia, vintage to modern, and we prefer to take the whole collection. We also buy prototypes. For screen-used props, our sister store, Lost and Found Media, is the place to sell. Payment is by check, wire transfer, or store credit. Start with a quote on our Sell Your Collection page.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy horror figures in Houston? Misfit Toys, at 3511 Houston Avenue in the Houston Heights, carries horror figures and collectibles. We’re open daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Do you buy vintage Aurora monster model kits? Yes. We buy Aurora kits built or unbuilt, boxed or loose. Sealed and unbuilt kits in their original boxes are the most valuable.
Do you carry NECA and Mezco horror figures? Yes, along with Super7, McFarlane Movie Maniacs, and vintage horror toys. Stock changes often, so call (832) 524-8700 to check on a specific figure.
Where can I sell screen-used horror props in Houston? Our sister store, Lost and Found Media, buys screen-used props. Misfit Toys buys horror toys, memorabilia, and prototypes. Walk in any day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or call (832) 524-8700.
Where can I buy horror movies on physical media in Houston? Lost and Found Media, our sister store inside Misfit Toys at 3511 Houston Avenue, specializes in movies on physical media.
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Misfit Toys · 3511 Houston Avenue, Houston, TX 77009 · (832) 524-8700 · Open daily, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. · misfittoystx@gmail.com