Live from your desk, it’s Fey and Poehler action figures!

Henry Hanks
By Henry Hanks, CNN
Published 4:01 PM EDT, Wed May 27, 2015
Comic-Con attendees can re-create their favorite "Saturday Night Live" Weekend Update moments, thanks to an exclusive "SNL" action figure set with figures of former anchors Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. It even comes with an anchor desk.
Comic-Con attendees can re-create their favorite "Saturday Night Live" Weekend Update moments, thanks to an exclusive "SNL" action figure set with figures of former anchors Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. It even comes with an anchor desk.
Broadway Video/NBC/Entertainment Earth
Goldie, the new action figure from GoldieBlox, loves invention, engineering and adventure. The toy company's latest effort at girl-empowerment through retail, Goldie aims to break the mold of princess-worship and oversexualization of female action figures.
Goldie, the new action figure from GoldieBlox, loves invention, engineering and adventure. The toy company's latest effort at girl-empowerment through retail, Goldie aims to break the mold of princess-worship and oversexualization of female action figures.
From Bloxtown
She-Ra, "Princess of Power," was an influential icon for many girls growing up in the '80s. With a successful cartoon and action figures, she was stiff competition for her twin brother, He-Man. With her long blonde hair and heavy sword, she resembled a Gladiator Barbie.
She-Ra, "Princess of Power," was an influential icon for many girls growing up in the '80s. With a successful cartoon and action figures, she was stiff competition for her twin brother, He-Man. With her long blonde hair and heavy sword, she resembled a Gladiator Barbie.
From Mattel
There's ongoing debate in the comic book community about the glamorization and oversexualization of female comic book characters and action figures. Case in point: DC Comics' Wonder Girl looks ready for a night at the disco in this sparkly, strapless number. She's also ready to kick some butt with her lasso if need be.
There's ongoing debate in the comic book community about the glamorization and oversexualization of female comic book characters and action figures. Case in point: DC Comics' Wonder Girl looks ready for a night at the disco in this sparkly, strapless number. She's also ready to kick some butt with her lasso if need be.
From DC Comics
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle ally April O'Neil has gone through many iterations in her time as an action figure. Whether she's wearing a form-fitting yellow jumpsuit or the updated look seen here, April is armed with the tools of her journalism trade -- and deadly weapons.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle ally April O'Neil has gone through many iterations in her time as an action figure. Whether she's wearing a form-fitting yellow jumpsuit or the updated look seen here, April is armed with the tools of her journalism trade -- and deadly weapons.
From Viacom
Batgirl's costume resembles Batman's duds, only more colorful. With built-in six-pack abs and a cape in perpetual motion, the DC Comics character seems ready to fly to the rescue at any moment.
Batgirl's costume resembles Batman's duds, only more colorful. With built-in six-pack abs and a cape in perpetual motion, the DC Comics character seems ready to fly to the rescue at any moment.
From DC Comics
Marvel Comics' Black Widow is the alter ego of the Russian femme fatale Natalia "Natasha" Romanova. Since she's a ballerina when she's not working as a secret operative, her black unitard comes in handy for the character's acrobatic moves.
Marvel Comics' Black Widow is the alter ego of the Russian femme fatale Natalia "Natasha" Romanova. Since she's a ballerina when she's not working as a secret operative, her black unitard comes in handy for the character's acrobatic moves.
From Hasbro
Hit Girl is one of Marvel Comics' crime-fighting "Kick Ass" crew. The young assassin projects elements of school-girl innocence with her plaid skirt and purple color scheme. But the spear-wielding action figure is all business.
Hit Girl is one of Marvel Comics' crime-fighting "Kick Ass" crew. The young assassin projects elements of school-girl innocence with her plaid skirt and purple color scheme. But the spear-wielding action figure is all business.
From Neca
"Hunger Games" heroine Katniss Everdeen is ready to fight for her supper with her ubiquidous bow and arrow. Everdeen, created by Suzanne Collins for her young adult book series, has become a symbol of empowerment for girls -- some of whom say they've <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2012/12/27/showbiz/archery-pop-culture-2012/">taken up archery</a> in emulation of the character.
"Hunger Games" heroine Katniss Everdeen is ready to fight for her supper with her ubiquidous bow and arrow. Everdeen, created by Suzanne Collins for her young adult book series, has become a symbol of empowerment for girls -- some of whom say they've taken up archery in emulation of the character.
From NECA
DC Comic's Super Girl is a woman of action in her colorful getup. She may have forgotten her pants after changing in the phone booth, though.
DC Comic's Super Girl is a woman of action in her colorful getup. She may have forgotten her pants after changing in the phone booth, though.
From DC Comics
This action figure portrays Amazonian princess Wonder Woman as muscular, strong and bold. The bustier and briefs ensemble harks back to the classic costume from the '70s Lynda Carter television series. The latest <a href="http://www.cnn.com/2014/07/28/showbiz/movies/wonder-woman-gal-gadot-photo-batman-v-superman/">big-screen</a> Wonder Woman's look stirred some controversy when a mockup was released last summer.
This action figure portrays Amazonian princess Wonder Woman as muscular, strong and bold. The bustier and briefs ensemble harks back to the classic costume from the '70s Lynda Carter television series. The latest big-screen Wonder Woman's look stirred some controversy when a mockup was released last summer.
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Action figures of Amy Poehler and Tina Fey will be released at San Diego Comic-Con

It's the second such "Saturday Night Live" toy for the fan convention

CNN  — 

With this pair of new action figures, you’re sure to have a good night and a pleasant tomorrow.

A toy company is making figurines of former “Saturday Night Live” comedians Tina Fey and Amy Poehler, complete with a fold-out diorama of the “Weekend Update” news desk. (You’ll have to supply your own quick wit and biting remarks.)

Entertainment Earth, a toy company with an 18-year history at San Diego Comic-Con, plan to release the exclusive figures at the annual mega-fan convention in July (at booth 2343, to be exact).

The pair stand 3½ inches tall and wear almost identical suits, with Fey in her trademark eyeglasses.

With only 2,400 produced, the figures are sure to go fast. They’ll also stand out at a convention best known for comic book, superhero and sci-fi merchandise.

CNN spoke with the company’s brand manager, Jodie Winters, to find out more.

CNN: How were you able to work out the idea of “SNL”-based action figures with NBC and the show?

Jodie Winters: (Licensing company) Bif Bang Pow! licenses the “Saturday Night Live” property from Broadway Video Entertainment. Last year, we made a Seth Meyers “Weekend Update” bobblehead that did well, so we thought it would be fun to bring fans more “Weekend Update” product.

CNN: Do you know whether Fey and Poehler were involved at all or whether they personally approved the idea?

Winters: Typically, our licensors work directly with the talent and/or their representatives as required.

CNN: Are there any special events planned around the release of these figures?

Winters: We just started revealing our plans for San Diego Comic-Con on Tuesday. We’ll have plenty more to announce as we get closer to the show.

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