Funko has been putting their distinctive spin on Star Wars characters for over a decade. That continued in 2023, with new releases celebrating the franchise’s heroes and villains from classic movies and the latest Disney Plus shows.
The Best TV & Movie Funko Pop! In 2023
The pick of the best TV and movie Funko Pops! That fans won’t want to miss.
In 2023, Star Wars fans celebrated the anniversary of the final film of the original Star Wars trilogy, Episode VI — Return of the Jedi. It’s been 40 years since its famous climax saw the Rebel Alliance triumph over the Empire, and Funko couldn’t resist joining in.
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Darth Vader Lights and Sounds POP!
There are a few sounds that are unmistakably Star Wars, particularly Darth Vader’s raspy breathing. Everything’s bigger on this 10-inch jumbo Pop!, including the light-up elements, and fans might find this is the definitive Pop! version of the Emperor’s right-hand cyborg.
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POP! Rides Super Deluxe Ahsoka and Jedi Starfighter
As seen in her first headline series, this Rides range Pop! captures a younger Ahsoka during The Clone Wars animated series, where she first earned a legion of fans. Here, the young Jedi is in her Delta-7B Starfighter with the astromech droid R7-A7. Suspended by transparent tubes, the Pop! stands 5.55 inches tall.
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Chopper C1-10P Pop!
Finally arriving in live-action in 2023’s Ahsoka series, the cranky fan-favorite droid that first appeared in Star Wars: Rebels looks great in Funko form. Otherwise known as C1-10P, this bobblehead stands 3.75 inches tall.
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Chewbacca Facet Pop!
The facet range, which transforms familiar figures with a sharp, shiny art style, has been bringing a new spin to Star Wars figures for some time, and now it’s the turn of everybody’s favorite Wookiee. Released as part of the Disney 100 celebrations, the chipped style brings out the hero's fur coat in stunning shades of brown and umber. Chewbacca stands 4.25 inches tall.
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Grand Inquisitor POP!
$12 $13 Save $1The Grand Inquisitor’s arrival in live action in Obi-Wan Kenobi divided viewers. Still, he had already amassed many fans with appearances in the animated series Star Wars: Rebels and Star Wars comics. He’s seldom looked creepier than this 3.8-inch Funko Pop, complete with a double-bladed lightsaber.
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POP! Comic Covers Boba Fett
This colorful collectible combines a Pop! of everyone’s favorite bounty hunter with a classic Star Wars comic cover. A 40th-anniversary throwback to the release of Star Wars #68 in 1983, it works well on a shelf or hanging on a wall in its protective case, which measures 7 inches wide and 10.75 inches tall.
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Return of The Jedi Brethupp with Helmets POP!
Fans know that it was the Ewoks that really defeated the Empire, and here’s the Pop! to prove it. Marking the 40th anniversary of Return of the Jedi, it features one of the adorable inhabitants of the moon of Endor, Brethupp, victoriously playing the drums on the helmets of defeated stormtroopers and scout troopers.
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Funko POP! Star Wars: Darth Vader
It looks like one of the most relaxed Funko Pops! but is, of course, a recreation of Darth Vader’s final moments, having defied the Emperor to save his son aboard the second Death Star in Return of the Jedi. This disturbingly unmasked version of the Dark Lord of the Sith, one of the original trilogy’s most iconic scenes, is 3.35 inches tall.
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Count Dooku Vs. Anakin Skywalker Pop! 2-Pack
Fans can recreate the opening duel of Revenge of the Sith with this two-pack, which pits Anakin Skywalker against the fallen Jedi, memorably played by Christopher Lee. Jedi fans who are conscious of the high ground will note that ​​Dooku, also known as Darth Tyranus, has a height edge of 4.45 inches compared to Skywalker’s 4.25.
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R2D2 Lights and Sounds POP!
Some Funkos lend themselves to light and sound enhancement more than others, especially Star Wars’ most famous droid. Funko’s spin on R2-D2 has a distinctive look, but the squarish dome comes into its own in this model that starts the show with a press. R2-D2 stands 4 inches tall.
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POP! Trains Darth Vader On Tie Fighter
Train Funko Pops! seat famous characters in train car versions of their vehicles, and here, the great villain sits in an adorable tie Fighter. It is perfect for fans to recreate a miniature version of the climactic Death Star run in A New Hope. It stands 5.6 inches tall.
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Holographic Luke Skywalker Glow In The Dark POP!
$30 $35 Save $5Here’s a novel addition to any collection: a Pop! of Luke Skywalker as he appeared to Jabba the Hutt at the beginning of Return of the Jedi. This 4.5-inch figure of the holographic Jedi marks the 40th anniversary of that movie and even glows in the dark.
The climax of Return of the Jedi features some of the most definitive moments in the space saga. As Darth Vader redeems himself by defeating the Emperor and saving his son aboard the second Death Star, the forces of the Empire fall on the moon of Endor. It’s worth celebrating, and Funko’s special figures — particularly the impressive new Darth Vader figures — don't disappoint.
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News of Funko’s Pop! releases for 2024 is already coming out, so with next year rapidly approaching, fans should hurry to avoid missing out on the 2023 wave. Any collector who isn’t a Prime member can sign up for a free 30-day trial of Prime to get the best prices and delivery options. Also, Game ZXC readers who grab a collectible Pop! from Entertainment Earth from any of the above links can take advantage of 10% off, free domestic shipping on in-stock items over $79, and a buy-one-get-one-50%-off offer on all in-stock Funko Pops!
FAQs
Why are Star Wars Funko Pops! Bobbleheads?
The majority of Funko Pops! aren’t bobbleheads, but all of the Star Wars range are. Adding the branded bases and the bobbleneck are distinctive additions that mark out Funko’s take on a galaxy far, far away from Star Wars action figures.
Are Star Wars Funko Pops! valuable?
Funko Pops! are highly desirable, and some of the rarest figures have changed hands for phenomenal amounts. Some are thought to have fetched $100,000, but that doesn’t mean every Pop! will increase in value. Some of the above figures are exclusives, so shoppers should keep their eyes peeled for smaller quality releases. Also, even though a Pop! won’t necessarily lose value if it’s removed from its box, collectors should keep the packaging and interior in mint condition if they plan to re-sell.
What does Final Sale mean on Funko.com?
Funko’s returns policy confirms that any items marketed and sold as “Final Sale” are not eligible for returns.
