When it comes to the figurines, no companion or side characters really gets more than one or two at the most. And they only get two if there is a major costume shift, such as the two versions of Jack. I've heard the rumors about Billie Piper being freaked out by the figures, but that's not really under her control. Part of taking a role on something like Doctor Who means signing away license rights.
Also, a lot of the merchandising is going to be based on the current series, etc. etc. etc. There is quite a lot of Rose out there in the DWMs, posters, etc.
But remember, this is a family show. The merchandising will always be Doctor-driven, and no companion will ever out-sell the big guy. These are things that have to sell, and most 5 year old boys aren't interest in playing with a Rose dollie, they want to have the Doctor and the Master fight it out. So, in turn, they produce what will sell.
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Date: 2008-09-29 11:35 pm (UTC)Also, a lot of the merchandising is going to be based on the current series, etc. etc. etc. There is quite a lot of Rose out there in the DWMs, posters, etc.
But remember, this is a family show. The merchandising will always be Doctor-driven, and no companion will ever out-sell the big guy. These are things that have to sell, and most 5 year old boys aren't interest in playing with a Rose dollie, they want to have the Doctor and the Master fight it out. So, in turn, they produce what will sell.