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1. The sled from Citizen Kane. One of the balsa wood sleds (there were a couple, and one pine sled) was sold for $60,500 in 1982. Its new owner? Steven Spielberg.
2. The fiberglass “stone” tablets the 10 commandments were written on in The Ten Commandments sold for $81,700 in a 1995 auction at Christie’s.
3. The Aston Martin DB5 James Bond drove in Goldfinger and Thunderball brought in a cool $275,000 at a 2005 Sotheby’s auction. Many of the car’s special features remained intact, included an oil-slick ejector, a smoke-screen system, and two .30 caliber machine guns that come up from behind the headlights. They don’t work, but they’re there. The ejector seat, however, was removed for safety purposes.
4. Wilson, Tom Hanks’ buddy in Cast Away, sold for $18,400. He now resides in the office of FedEx CEO Ken May. At least, he did… when May announced his retirement last year, there was no word of whether he would keep Wilson or leave him for the incoming CEO.
5. Luke Skywalker’s lightsaber from The Empire Strikes Back was sold at an auction in December for the bargain-basement price of $240,000.
6. John Travolta’s white disco suit from Saturday Night Fever was bought in 1978 for just $2,000 by a famous fan: movie critic Gene Siskel. Ebert asked him once if he ever wore it. Siskel confessed that it was too small, but he was just happy to own a piece of his favorite movie. Siskel later sold it for $145,000.
7. The maltese falcon from the movie of the same name went for $398,000 at a Christie’s auction, but even better is the $8 million replica based on the real thing. It’s 10 pounds of 18k gold with ruby eyes and a 42.98-carat diamond hanging from its beak.
8. Speaking of rubies, Dorothy’s ruby red slippers from The Wizard of Oz have sold for varying amounts over the years. There are multiple pairs of shoes that are considered authentic, since Judy Garland wore a couple of pairs on set; her double had some as well. One pair sold for $15,000 in 1970 – these are the ones you can see at The Smithsonian today. Another pair was sold to Christie’s auction house in 1988 for $165,000, and was later sold to a memorabilia dealer for $666,000 in 2000.
9. Al Pacino’s hat from The Godfather raked in $20,315 in 2006.
10. One of Michelle Pfeiffer’s catsuits from Batman Returns sold for $8,050 in 1994.
So what would you pay beaucoup bucks to own? I’d love to own the cricket bat from Shaun of the Dead, a razor from the most recent version of Sweeney Todd or Tippi Hedren’s green dress and jacket combo from The Birds.
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I would want to own “The Bride’s” Hanso sword from Kill Bill.
posted by James on 2-2-2009 at 3:51 pm
once i get down to the size i want to be i want to have the sexy red dress that Elizabeth Hurley wore in Bedazzled. yummy!
posted by Jennifer on 2-2-2009 at 3:53 pm
Lily’s black gown, given to her by Darkness in Legend.
posted by Lisa H on 2-2-2009 at 4:03 pm
I would love to own one of the carved boxes that Charlotte Vale worked on in Now Voyager. I’m sure they’re props but still.
posted by Hannah on 2-2-2009 at 4:11 pm
Ash’s chainsaw from Army of Darkness!! Everything else is just junk.
posted by mudface on 2-2-2009 at 4:20 pm
I want the All Valley Karate Tournament Trophy
posted by John on 2-2-2009 at 4:29 pm
I’d love to use the briefcase from Pulp Fiction in my business. Of course, I’d never let anyone see what is inside.
posted by Johnny Cat on 2-2-2009 at 4:50 pm
On the tails of that, I want the wallet… “It’s the one that says…..”
posted by Kevin on 2-2-2009 at 4:55 pm
Michael Douglas’s Pink Chenille robe from Wonder Boys
posted by AMY on 2-2-2009 at 4:59 pm
I would want the key to the temple from The Fifth Element, one of the arc reactors from Iron Man, Nicole Kidman’s Indian headdress from Moulin Rouge, and an everlasting gobstopper from the original Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory.
posted by Kieran on 2-2-2009 at 5:04 pm
I’d like Harry’s wand, or Satine’s red dress she wears on her way to seduce the Duke for the first time. So gorgeous.
posted by Tricia on 2-2-2009 at 5:26 pm
I would like any one of the following items (in no particular order):
1. Reproduction Tucker automobile from “Tucker: A Man & His Dream.”
2. The enormous revolver that the Joker used in the 1989 “Batman.”
3. A pink pig dog toy from “Snatch.”
4. The “IRISH” jacket Rudy wore.
5. The Oldsmobile 442 from “Demolition Man.”
6. The AMi Continental jukebox in several Tarantino films.
7. The Delta Tau Chi Deathmobile from Animal House.
8. The World Is Yours statue from “Scarface.”
And plenty of others, but these are the first that came to mind.
posted by Dave on 2-2-2009 at 5:29 pm
1. Indy’s hat
2. major award Leg Lamp
3. Elle’s eybeball from Kill Bill
4. McLovin’s license
5. “male models having a gas fight” fountain from Zoolander
posted by Sarah on 2-2-2009 at 5:59 pm
Inigo Montoya’s sword from “The Pricess Bride”
posted by Miss Priss on 2-2-2009 at 5:59 pm
I’ve always wanted to own the Dune Buggy Steve McQueen raced around the beach in The Thomas Crown Affair.
posted by Don on 2-2-2009 at 6:06 pm
Bar of Paper St. Soap from Fight Club.
posted by Dane on 2-2-2009 at 6:11 pm
I would love to have the Mooby statue from “Dogma” – I’d settle for the “Buddy Christ,” too.
An authentic “Tron” suit would be fun to have, as well.
posted by tambalina on 2-2-2009 at 6:24 pm
I would like to own the Mystic Seer from the Twilight Zone episode “Nick of Time.”
posted by Christopher on 2-2-2009 at 6:36 pm
“hokey religions and ancient weapons are no match for a good blaster at your side, kid.”
Han Solo’s blaster
Rick Blaine’s white tux
posted by jonny on 2-2-2009 at 6:38 pm
Lord Dark Helmet’s Helmet from Spaceballs.
Westley’s mask from The Princess Bride.
The “If you plan to shoplift, let us know” sign from Clerks.
posted by Tabitha on 2-2-2009 at 8:23 pm
The Man with No Name (Clint Eastwood)’s silver snake handled revolver from “Il Buono, il Brutto, il Cattivo” (The good, the bad and the ugly)
posted by will on 2-2-2009 at 8:27 pm
the shard — Dark Crystal
gandolf’s pipe — lord of the rings
v’s mask (after the final fight) — v for vendetta
posted by Mindy on 2-2-2009 at 8:52 pm
I’d like the mobile home in Raising Arizona, complete with all furniture and decor.
posted by fanniefarkle on 2-2-2009 at 9:34 pm
Peter Fonda’s sunglasses/leather jacket from Easy Rider
Jason Isaccs’ walking stick from HP & the Chamber of Secrets
Malcolm McDowell’s coat from the ‘Record Shop’ scene of A Clockwork Orange
posted by Amy on 2-2-2009 at 10:28 pm
Elle’s look from when she comes to waste Budd w/ Black Mamba…
posted by Amy on 2-2-2009 at 10:33 pm
” &’I” would also like Withnail’s coat
posted by Amy on 2-2-2009 at 10:37 pm
I’d fight Sarah for the Leg Lamp or the gas fight statue. Both inspired choices. Being the geek I am, I’d probably take just about anything from the BBC Pride and Prejudice–perhaps Darcy’s famed white shirt. Or, on a related (kind-of) note, I love the green dress from Atonement. It’s fabulous. (Related because: Pride and Prejudice —> Keira Knightley —-> Atonement…if you were wondering how I jumped a century.)
posted by kate on 2-2-2009 at 10:41 pm
You girls fight over the leg lamp, I’ll just order a replica from redriderleglamps.com. I’ve got no soul.
posted by VM on 2-3-2009 at 12:12 am
I want a TARDIS from either the Tom Baker or David Tennant eras.
Recaptcha: campaign Winwood
posted by Brooklynperson on 2-3-2009 at 12:21 am
Gimli’s Axe and Helmet – LOTR trilogy
Green Goblin’s Pumpkin Bomb – Spider-Man
Riggs’ Zippo lighter – Lethal Weapon
The Wristwatch – Pulp Fiction
posted by Redbeard23 on 2-3-2009 at 5:51 am
From Lisa – Lily’s black gown, given to her by Darkness in Legend.
I second that :)
Also on my list
A Tardis
Darth Maul’s lighsaber
A Tricorder
The skull bowling ball from Mysterymen
posted by Noxi on 2-3-2009 at 7:41 am
The Wonderboy bat from The Natural
The briefcase from Pulp Fiction
The Flintstones car
Elliot’s bike from E.T.
Pee-Wee Herman’s “Tequila” shoes from Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure
The Family Truckster from Vacation
posted by Eric on 2-3-2009 at 9:57 am
Joker’s helmet (Full Metal Jacket)
Forrest Gump’s Class A Jacket
I’m in the military and I think those would be nice souvenirs.
posted by JHendo on 2-3-2009 at 10:05 am
I would love a real Kermit, the bottle of “sparkling Muskatel” and the rainbow colored Steudebaker from the Muppet Movie, one of Bret’s sweaters from FOTC, and Nichole Kidman’s whole wardrobe and house form Bewitched.
posted by Emily on 2-3-2009 at 10:06 am
The bible with the cut out for the rock hammer in Shawshank Redepmtion
posted by Amy on 2-3-2009 at 10:36 am
The piano from Casablanca
Ewan McGregor’s typewriter from Moulin Rouge
An umbrella or microphone from Singin’ in the Rain
Christian Bale’s Newsies hat
David Tennant’s Dr. Who long coat
The strawberry logo sign and Lucy’s yellow plaid skirt from Across the Universe
Kate Hudson’s Penny Lane jacket from Almost Famous
Anne Hathaway’s coronation gown from Princess Diaries 2
Drew Barrymore’s car from Charlie’s Angels
Robin Tunney’s Vespa from Empire Records
The Goonies treasure map and gold piece
Any of Liv Tyler’s clothes in Inventing the Abbotts
And, since I collect them, the Nutcracker from the New York ballet film version
posted by Chelsea on 2-3-2009 at 10:54 am
The glass orb from The Labyrinth (I hope I spelled it right…)
The Bag of Chew from The Sandlot
Madonna’s baseball uniform from A League of their Own
The Destroyed Printer from Office Space
Michael’s Trench Coat from Michael
The Memory Eraser from MIB
posted by kate on 2-3-2009 at 10:54 am
Bart’s bandana from Blazing Saddles
Phone booth from Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure
Garth’s Reebok outfit from Wayne’s World
posted by Brooke on 2-3-2009 at 10:59 am
The Shoreman’s Hook from “On The Waterfront”
Klatuu from “The Day The Earth Stood Still”
The Idol with the hidden microfilm from “North By Northwest”
Any of Jennifer Aniston’s undergarments…jokes…
posted by deej on 2-3-2009 at 11:04 am
Not from a film but iconic nonetheless, I would kill for John Lennon’s ivory colored hollow-bodied Gibson electric guitar (see video of Hey Jude) and I would like to have Dirty Harry’s 44 Magnum, “the most powerful handgun in the world…” and Chuck Conners Winchester from the Rifleman and Alex’s cane from “A Clockwork Orange.
posted by Daryl E. on 2-3-2009 at 11:04 am
Quigley’s rifle from “Quigley Down Under”.
In .45-110 of course.
I do have a replica dragon handle katana from “Highlander”
posted by JPhilB on 2-3-2009 at 11:43 am
The coral necklace from Gone With the Wind (Scarlett is wearing it at the picknick)
Radar’s teddy bear from MASH the series
posted by lindseyu on 2-3-2009 at 12:22 pm
Chelsea – I wasn’t even thinking about it until I read your comment – I know the people who now own the bus from Across The Universe. I’ve been on it and it’s awesome. almost all of the props are still there – blankets, pictures, vinyl albums (including The Beatles White Album which I told my friend I have dibs on if they get rid of the bus!). It’s surreal being on the bus after watching the movie, and it’s really cool to see how much attention to detail went into it.
posted by caitlen315 on 2-3-2009 at 12:25 pm
The model train and town from beetlejuice.
posted by bet on 2-3-2009 at 12:29 pm
I SO want the BFG from “Doom”…
posted by Jon on 2-3-2009 at 1:37 pm
Scarlett’s green dress from “Gone with the Wind”
Indiana Jones whip
Han Solo’s Millineum Falcon (for those days when traffic is bad)
Buttercup’s crown from “The Princess Bride”
posted by Carol on 2-3-2009 at 1:52 pm
I would like to have the switchblade from 12 Angry Men.
posted by Matt on 2-3-2009 at 2:11 pm
I would want to own Eliza’s (Audrey Hepburn’s) dress from the ball scene in My Fair Lady. I wish that could have been my wedding dress!
posted by KittyMarie on 2-3-2009 at 2:46 pm
The One Ring
Indy’s hat and whip
Wonderboy and a lightning patch from “The Natural”
Farmhouse and field from “Field of Dreams”
posted by Dustin Fritsche on 2-3-2009 at 3:03 pm
Jesus’ pink track suit from The Big Lebowski.
posted by M on 2-3-2009 at 3:11 pm
I’d love to have the dancing Jesus statues from Alex’s room in A Clockwork Orange. I always thought those were pretty cool.
posted by kyle on 2-3-2009 at 8:01 pm
The leg lamp from the Christmas Story
An everlasting gobstopper from the original Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
posted by Moxley on 2-4-2009 at 10:22 am
Actually, I’ve given this a lot of thought, and I want the Pulp Fiction standup that is destroyed in Grosse Point Blanke. A nice combo of two of my favorite movies. an original prop from The NIghtmare Before Christmas would be awesome too.
posted by andrew on 2-4-2009 at 8:47 pm
From Caddyshack: Rodney Dangerfield’s golf bag, Ted Knight’s putter “Billy”.
posted by Doug on 2-5-2009 at 9:48 pm
the one prop i have my heart set on… the Indian “Cigar Band” Wedding Ring… only it was made from Gold, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, and diamonds as a ‘replacement’ to Molly Brown’s genuine cigar band wedding ring.
The Unsinkable Molly Brown, starring Debbie Reynolds…
they had no real wedding ring, he used a cigar band, and after they struck it filthy dirty stinking rich he presented her with the gold and jeweled one… it is SOOOO bitchen!
posted by tina on 2-6-2010 at 5:03 am