'The Nerdist: Tribute to Toys and Games' airs this Saturday at 10/9c. In honor of that, we asked BBC America fans to tell us about their nerdiest collections. Check out the amazing photos we got of collections ranging from 'Doctor Who' to anime to Transformers.
Jesse L.'s collection of 'Doctor Who' swag includes books, graphic tees, and a sweet TARDIS hat!
David Velez of Milford, CT features some rare Whovian collectibles, including the 1980s board game Battle of the Universe, the PC game Destiny of the Doctors, and a vintage Tom Baker tin piggy bank![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]463
Max C. of Ireland is a devoted comic book collector, with a particular interest in Spawn and Punisher. His attic is packed with collectibles, and he's particularly proud of his custom-made comic wallpaper![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]462
David P. of Barrie, Ontario in Canada has a collection of nearly every Power Rangers Megazord from the first season of 'Power Rangers' to 'Power Rangers RPM!'[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]461
Brian T. of Norristown, PA has a unique 'Doctor Who' stash that features a replica of the seventh Doctor's question mark handle umbrella, a Chameleon Arch pocket watch, and a collection of TARDIS keys from both the classic and new series.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]460
15-year-old Claire M. from Horsham in West Sussex has a 'Doctor Who' collection that includes a whopping 80 'Doctor Who Adventure' magazines, 15 books, and seven action figures.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]453
Whovian Francie Z. might only be 15 years old, but she already has a wide array of 'Doctor Who' DVDs, magazines, and graphic tees![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]452
Katie M. from Tacoma, Washington has only been collecting for a year and a half, but she's totally TARDIS obsessed. Her 'Doctor Who' collection includes some awesome TARDIS artwork and a stylish tie dye TARDIS kimono.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]451
Scott S. proudly displays his collection of 'Doctor Who' figures. [{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]404
Brian O. has an impressive number of Sonic Screwdrivers in his 'Doctor Who' collection.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]403
Christine A.'s 'Doctor Who' collection includes storybooks, framed artwork, graphic t-shirts, Sonic Screwdrivers, and a nifty Dalek alarm clock![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]402
Matt L. of Singapore says he had a tough time collecting after he moved out of the UK, but his 'Doctor Who' collection looks good to us![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]401
Whovian Heather M.'s 'Doctor Who' collection appears to take up her entire living room![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]400
Megan L.'s 'Doctor Who' collection features a giant TARDIS cardboard cutout, some 'Who'-inspired jewelry, and two weeping angel t-shirts.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]399
Erica C.'s 'nerd stuff' features 'Doctor Who' playing cards, minifigures, and of course, a bow tie![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]398
Andria M.'s 'Doctor Who' collection includes a 'Keep Calm and Don't Blink' tee.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]397
Brian M.'s collection is so big, he gets another slide! His 'Star Wars' room features a 'Doctor Who' centerpiece, complete with figures, playsets, and more.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]396
Brian M.'s 'Doctor Who' collection is so big, it's invading his 'Star Wars' space! Brian's collection includes figures from series one through five, 'Doctor Who' magazines, DVDs, and more.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]395
OK, so it's not a collection, but we loved Heather W.'s hand-crafted TARDIS tea infuser too much to leave it out![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]394
Katie F. from Cheltenham, UK sent us her husband's massive 'Doctor Who' collection, which includes over 2,500 DVDs.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]393
Sabrina V. from Modesto, CA created this homemade TARDIS with a bed on top for her cat![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]392
Matt Biondo is proud of his nerd collection, which includes 'Doctor Who' swag and variety of nerd gear.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]389
Sabrina V. from Modesto, CA shows off her 'Lord of the Rings' collectibles, including a fellowship and Gollum created out of perler beads![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]388
Billy T. boasts a wide array of 'Doctor Who' collectibles, including a 'Who' chess set.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]387
Erin D. wanted the Doctors in plush, so she made these adorable crochet figures by hand! VERY crafty, Erin![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]386
Danny A.'s 'Doctor Who' collection includes some awesome 'Who' artwork![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]385
Chris D.'s 'Doctor Who' bedroom is dominated by a massive Dalek![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]384
Clare M.'s 'Doctor Who' collection consists mainly of books and magazines (but she couldn't catch the posters displayed around her room in the frame!)[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]382
It's not easy finding 'Doctor Who' collectibles in Poland, but Dagmara N. managed to gather together a good amount of merch! Her biggest treasure? The book 'Doctor Who: The Eighties.'[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]381
Blandine from France has a collection that proves she's a true Whovian.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]380
Don't even try to steal a cookie from one of Dana L.'s Dalek 'Doctor Who' jars![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]379
Brian U. has an impressive collection of Daleks, but his 'Who' archive also includes 250 Dapol figures![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]378
Zachary E. has such an extensive 'Doctor Who' library, he couldn't even fit all his books in the frame![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]377
Sofya N. from Russia displays her collection on a fetching 'Doctor Who' blanket.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]376
Collector Karl wins the award for most organized 'Doctor Who' DVD collection.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]375
Sean R.'s collection got so big, he ran out of room for his 'Sarah Jane Adventures' and 'Torchwood' swag. (He also wants to point out that he has the first, second, and third annuals, dating all the way back to 1965, including the rare 1970 Patrick Troughton annual!)[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]374
Proud daughter Natalie E. snapped a shot of her dad's 'Doctor Who' collection.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]373
It might seem huge, but this is just HALF of Beth W.'s 'Doctor Who' collection![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]372
Fiona L. from Weymouth, Dorset keeps her towers of 'Doctor Who' memorabilia in her bedroom.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]370
Rara in Russia loves her 'Doctor Who' inspired mousepad, pencils, and stickers.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]369
Did someone call for a doctor? Sean M. shows off his impressive 'Doctor Who' figure collection.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]368
This is the 'Doctor Who' corner of Phil S.'s loft - the other corners are devoted to his 'Star Wars,' 'Batman,' and 'Star Trek' collections![{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]367
Jill P.'s shelves are packed with 'Doctor Who' collectibles.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]366
Alec O. has been collecting anime on VHS, Laserdisc, DVD and Blu-Ray for over 25 years. Here's a shot of his video library consisting of over 4500 discs.
Here's just a glimpse of Gavin B.'s 'Transformer' collection. He's been collecting since 1984. [{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]352
Take a look a Void M.'s awesome 'Doctor Who' collection. [{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]351
Kayla H. from Australia sent in a shot of her 'Doctor Who' merchandise ranging from books, figurines, DVDs and soundtracks. [{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]350
Jordan B.'s room could double as a 'Harry Potter' gift shop. [{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]349
This is just a glance of Graham E.'s Transformers. He has a collection of over 2000! [{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]348
Brent. B sent in a shot of his 'Doctor Who' figures.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]347
A collection of 'Doctor Who' toys from Christine J. in Wales.[{"term_id":"23","name":"Collections","slug":"collections","term_group":"0","term_taxonomy_id":"28","taxonomy":"media-tags","description":"","parent":"0","count":"51"}]346
Nerd Collections
'The Nerdist: Tribute to Toys and Games' airs this Saturday at 10/9c. In honor of that, we asked BBC America fans to tell us about their nerdiest collections. Check out the amazing photos we got of collections ranging from 'Doctor Who' to anime to Transformers.
Jesse L.'s collection of 'Doctor Who' swag includes books, graphic tees, and a sweet TARDIS hat!
Alec O. has been collecting anime on VHS, Laserdisc, DVD and Blu-Ray for over 25 years. Here's a shot of his video library consisting of over 4500 discs.