Indian in the cupboard figurines?

[sonicfreak04]

The movie 'Indian in the Cupboard' holds a special place in my heart. As a child, I was captivated by the film, and my grandfather surprised me with a cupboard that resembled the one from the film. Unfortunately, this cherished item was lost during a move to my current apartment.

Now, I am determined to recreate the cupboard, complete with the figurines from the movie. This project is not only a nod to the nostalgia of the film but also a way to honor my grandfather's thoughtful gift. While replicas of the figurines have been made in the past, they are not accurate to the ones from the film.

I am seeking skilled 3D model makers who may be interested in bringing this project to life. Finding accurate reference photos has proven to be a challenge, as most available images are simply screenshots from the movie. However, I am committed to continuing my search for the perfect inspiration.

 

[Jintosh]

<LINK>Indian in the cupboard key

I'll help you out with a free key STL file.
Scroll down to the bottom.

You can print this, or print this in metal from Shapeways.
If you choose "gold steel", it's about $20 plus shipping.

***UPDATE***

Shapeways in now defunct. But the key file is available for person use here :

key (at bottom of thread)

 

[lmgill]

I'm not sure about the accuracy of this Indian figure, but here is the knight figure made for the film, next to a replica Indian figure someone bought for me, which was made in conjunction with the film and included a copy of the cupboard key. I played the knight in the film, so they gave me a copy of "me".

After filming my bit (all 3 seconds of screen time) the on set photographer was nice enough to get a shot of Frank Oz and myself.

 

[Jintosh]

The Indian figure from that picture is available from eBay. Type something similar to "Indian in the cupboard figure".

 

[Jintosh]

I'm not sure about the accuracy of this Indian figure, but here is the knight figure made for the film, next to a replica Indian figure someone bought for me, which was made in conjunction with the film and included a copy of the cupboard key. I played the knight in the film, so they gave me a copy of "me".
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After filming my bit (all 3 seconds of screen time) the on set photographer was nice enough to get a shot of Frank Oz and myself.
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Wow ! You are awesome. You're a moviestar !

And, Thanks for the knight figure pictures.

 

[Jintosh]

Here's the Knight.

<LINK> Knight from Indian in the Cupboard.

 

[sonicfreak04]

I'm not sure about the accuracy of this Indian figure, but here is the knight figure made for the film, next to a replica Indian figure someone bought for me, which was made in conjunction with the film and included a copy of the cupboard key. I played the knight in the film, so they gave me a copy of "me".
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After filming my bit (all 3 seconds of screen time) the on set photographer was nice enough to get a shot of Frank Oz and myself.
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It's such an honor to have you reply to my post, thats really cool they gave you that, I'm not a fan of those figurines theyre inaccurate. I was wondering if you could possibly have any contact info for the original prop maker? I know the movie is nearly 30 years old but I just thought I'd ask.

 

[lmgill]

Sorry, no. I only met him briefly on set and do not remember his name.

 

[Jintosh]

But the Knight is fine, right ?

 

[Chris VanVlair]

Happy to find this post, nice to see I'm not the only one wanting this. If anyone's interested, I found these photo's of the original prop figure of Tommy. VINTAGE ORIGINAL MOVIE PROP TOMMY BOY ARMY MAN,INDIAN IN THE CUPBOARD GI JOE | #440754161

 

[sonicfreak04]

I wonder, are the original props still around? where did they go?

 

[secretkeeper]

Hi guys! Huge fan here so I’m loving this thread does anyone know if there’s been anyone on the RPF or elsewhere that’s made, or wanted to make, a replica of the cupboard?? I always thought it was such a beautiful design

 

[Chris VanVlair]

I wonder, are the original props still around? where did they go?

When I asked Litefoot on Instagram and, he says he still has the little bear figure.

 

[sonicfreak04]

When I asked Litefoot on Instagram and, he says he still has the little bear figure.

woah! think he might share some pics?

 

[Chris VanVlair]

woah! think he might share some pics?

Maybe, I asked and didn't get a response, but, someone else might.

 

[sonicfreak04]

Maybe, I asked and didn't get a response, but, someone else might.

I just found him and asked, havent got a reply yet, all i need left is boone

 

[Chris VanVlair]

I just found him and asked, havent got a reply yet, all i need left is boone

There's also the old chief and Bright Stars.

 

[90sKid4Ever]

The others can probably be found easily Remember when he decides to try something after bringing Little Bear to life?: A Jurassic Park T-Rex, a Darth Vader, Robocop, G.I. Joe, Cardassian and Ferengi lol

 

[Starwoid]

Been looking over things here and wanted to post a few images.
Last year I was able to finally score all four figures released as well as the key as a part of the VHS marketing. They are a little off, especially the Indian but the cowboy isn’t far off.

I have a T-Rex that is close, but not a vintage toy, it’s modern. Of course the RoboCop, Vader, and Ferengi shouldn’t be hard to find. I have located the LEGO set, 6852. I added a photo of the old Chief.

 

[Starwoid]

<LINK>Indian in the cupboard key

I'll help you out with a free key STL file.
Scroll down to the bottom.

You can print this, or print this in metal from Shapeways.
If you choose "gold steel", it's about $20 plus shipping.

Is this loaded to shapeways?