Grab your popcorn and get set to hit the theater – it’s summer blockbuster time!  As the weather heats up, so do the opportunities to collect memorabilia from these upcoming thrillers.

X-Men Origins:  Wolverine, which premiered May 1st, spans the Civil War, both World Wars, and Vietnam as Hugh Jackman and the gang deliver a film with intense digital effects.  Spruce up your X-Men collection with a Logan action figure, Legendary scale bust, and more from the Official Marvel Shop website (http://shop.marvel.com).

Star Trek is a movie which boldly goes where no other has.  The latest version of this classic series hit theaters on May 8th and gathered a diverse crowd of “Trekkies” and those new to the Starship Enterprise.  The Star Trek collectibles available for purchase will also entertain a wide variety of collectors.  Check out the assortment of bobbleheads based on the new film and original  cast of characters on the Funko Bobbleheads website (www.bobbleheads.com).

The action never stops in Terminator Salvation, which follows John Connor as he leads the fight against Skynet and its army of Terminators.  The movie also known as T4 opened on May 21st. Watch out for the Hunter Killer, Resistance A-10 Warthog, and the T-600 collectibles! The Arnold Fans website (www.thearnoldfans.com) gives a complete rundown on all Terminator Salvation toys and collectibles.

On June 24th, Transformers:  Revenge of the Fallen, takes over the screen.  Once again the Autobots take on their sworn enemies, the Decepticons.  Check out the cool new Autobot, "Jolt" based on Chevy’s upcoming extended-range electric vehicle, the Volt.  In addition, “Bumblebee” the Chevy Camaro will once again have a starring role in the film.  You can find some great figurines to add to your collection at the Hasboro website (www.hasbro.com).  Their Revenge of the Fallen product line has brand new molds of both new and returning characters, not to mention a collector’s edition Monopoly game.

And of course, it wouldn’t be summer without a trip to Hogwarts.  July 15th marks the debut of the sixth film in the Harry Potter series – Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince.  You’ll definitely want to see this one as Harry’s 6th year of school is the most stressful and dramatic yet!  Visit the Tonner Doll Company (www.tonnerdoll.com) to see the 2009 collection of Harry Potter figures, including Bellatrix Lestrange, Luna Lovegood, and Professor Dumbledore.

From bobbleheads to magic wands, summer movie collectibles will be everywhere this year.  American Collectors Insurance provides specialty insurance for a wide range of collectibles.  Go to http://www.americancollectors.com/Collectible/17/ for further information on policy features, and more.  Now is the perfect time to add or start a collection around your favorite summer flick!  Enjoy the movies and fun that goes with them!