LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 25, 2025--
Abell Auction Co. will open the doors to Hollywood history on December 3 with Behind the Blockbuster: The Collection of Mark Canton, an exclusive sale honoring the life and career of the acclaimed producer and studio executive whose work helped define the modern cinematic landscape. Live online bidding will begin at 9 a.m. PDT.
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Canton held leadership roles at Warner Bros. and Columbia Pictures, and guided some of the industry’s most recognizable productions over five decades. He was the creative force behind “Caddyshack,” “In The Line of Fire,” “First Knight,” “Batman Returns,” “A Few Good Men,” and many other acclaimed films.
The highly anticipated auction offers more than 400 lots, ranging in value from $200 to $20,000, that capture Canton’s unique artistry, vision and style. Attracting both seasoned and emerging collectors, highlighted items include:
Hollywood Memorabilia and Film Props
Beyond the film artifacts, the collection reflects Canton’s discerning eye and lifelong appreciation for distinctive objects and thoughtful design.
Fine Art and Photography
The fine art selection showcases works by William Wendt, David Hockney, Jasper Johns, Andy Warhol, Henry Moore, Howard Hodgkin and Nancy Graves, whose collective influence spans museum collections, private estates and international markets. The photography portion of the sale features work by Diane Arbus, Dennis Hopper, Alberto Korda, Raúl Corrales, Tom Zimberoff, Phil Stern and Enrique De La Osa, reflecting decades of cultural documentation and visual storytelling.
Furnishings, Décor and Collectibles
The sale also offers a curated mix of furnishings and décor, ranging from Louis B. Mayer’s English burl walnut partners desk and Ralph Lauren seating to custom upholstered pieces, vintage metalwork and a whimsical steampunk bicycle. An array of signed sports memorabilia rounds out the collection.
“Our team is honored to present this exceptional collection that reflects not only Mark Canton’s impact in Hollywood, but also his personal taste, curiosity and creative spirit behind the scenes,” said Abell Auction Co. Vice President Todd Schireson. “From iconic film artifacts to thoughtfully curated art and design, every piece offers a window into his remarkable life and career.”
Registration and Bidding
Buyers are invited to register in advance and explore auction items at www.abell.com. A preview exhibition will be held on weekdays from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Abell Auction Co., 2613 Yates Ave., Los Angeles, 90040. Absentee bids can be placed with Abell directly, or bids can be placed via telephone or online at www.abell.com, LiveAuctioneers.com or Invaluable.com. For more information, call 310.858.3073.
Visuals
For high-resolution images of featured auction items, click here.
This rare screen-used static Penguin Commando from “Batman Returns” (1992) – complete with production-applied paint, glass eyes and its original battle harness – will be among the film props, fine art, photography and artifacts from the personal collection of producer Mark Canton offered at Abell Auction Co.’s December 3 live online sale. www.abell.com
MONTERREY, Mexico (AP) — The 48-team field for FIFA ’s biggest ever World Cup is complete after a qualifying process that spanned more than two and a half years.
Iraq edged Bolivia 2-1 in an intercontinental playoff at Monterrey in northern Mexico on Tuesday to secure the 48th spot, hours after Bosnia and Herzegovina upset four-time champion Italy on penalties in European playoffs. The result meant Italy was knocked out in qualifying for a third successive World Cup.
Eight teams from Europe were competing for four places on the last day of qualifying. The new intercontinental tournament staged in Mexico determined the other two remaining places. The next-to-last nation to advance was Congo, which edged Jamaica 1-0 in extra time at Guadalajara, Mexico.
Sweden, Turkey and the Czech Republic each qualified in European playoff finals.
Sweden beat Poland 3-2; Turkey edged Kosovo 1-0; and the Czech Republic beat Denmark in a penalty shootout.
The World Cup kicks off June 11 and will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. It will feature 12 groups of four teams.
With its big upset victory of Italy, Bosnia and Herzegovina qualified to join Canada, Qatar and Switzerland in Group B.
Sweden will play in Group F with the Netherlands, Japan and Tunisia. Turkey will be in Group D with the United States, Paraguay and Australia.
After reaching its first World Cup since 2006, the Czech team will play in Group A with Mexico, South Africa and South Korea.
The World Cup qualifiers for the 2026 tournament started Sept. 7, 2023 with matches in South America.
Group A
Mexico, Czech Republic, South Africa, South Korea
Group B
Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar and Switzerland
Group C
Brazil, Haiti, Morocco, Scotland
Group D
United States, Australia, Paraguay, Turkey
Group E
Curacao, Ecuador, German,y Ivory Coast
Group F
Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia
Group G
Belgium, Egypt, Iran, New Zealand
Group H
Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Uruguay
Group I
France, Norway, Senegal, Iraq
Group J
Algeria, Argentina, Austria, Jordan
Group K
Colombia, Congo, Portugal, Uzbekistan
Group L
Croatia, England, Ghana, Panama
This list has been corrected to show that Congo, not Jamaica, got the final spot in Group K.
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DR Congo's players and fans celebrate at the end of the World Cup playoff final soccer match between DR Congo and Jamaica in Guadalajara, Mexico, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo)
Bosnia's Esmir Bajraktarevic celebrates after winning a penalty shootout during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Armin Durgut)
Bosnia's Esmir Bajraktarevic celebrates after winning a penalty shootout during the World Cup qualifying playoff final soccer match between Bosnia and Italy in Zenica, Bosnia, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Armin Durgut)
Iraq's Aymen Hussein, left, is congratulated after scoring his side's 2nd goal during the World Cup playoff final soccer match between Iraq and Bolivia in Monterrey, Mexico, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Llano)
Iraq's Aymen Hussein celebrates scoring his side's 2nd goal during the World Cup playoff final soccer match between Iraq and Bolivia in Monterrey, Mexico, Tuesday, March 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Llano)
