TV related merchandise has sunk to a weird new low with the unveiling of the Jack Bauer doll. Yes, you can get your mitts on a miniature Kiefer Sutherland waving his gun around and frowning seriously for all he’s worth. I’m a little creeped out by the eyes – I thought Jack had pupils, but what do I know?

I understand that an action figure coming equipped with a gun is no different to all the GI Joes and Action Mans currently gathering dust on Toys R Us shelves everywhere – but when the doll is based on a flesh and blood actor that you can witness torture, maim and murder on TV, it seems to hit a grey patch. Would you buy this for someone or would you be interested in it yourself? I’m sure the doll with soon become valuable as a collector’s item and be a must have for hard-core fans of the show. If popular maybe it will kick start a series of toys based on the programme. You’ll be able to pick up your very own scowling Chloe, the assassinated David Palmer (complete with gun wounds) and numerous anonymous torture victims for endless hours of fun – goodie!

[via TMZ]