noun: A character or creature in a movie, usually a sci-fi or fantasy, who exists solely to sell merchandise, toys and drink cups at McDonalds. Other than that, they add nothing to the plot. Named after a "Saturday Night Live" commercial parody from the 1990s called "Philadelphia Action Figures". The Tom Hanks figure had a flamethrower, net launcher and a "dino buddy" side kick.
by weasel1969 July 02, 2007
noun: In a movie, usually a sci fi or fantasy, a creature or character who exists only to sell merchandise, toys and drink cups at McDonalds. Other than that, it adds nothing to the plot. Named after a Saturday Night Live sketch from the 1990s for "Philadelphia" action figures.
by weasel1969 July 02, 2007