Every year, a host of new and highly collectible Funko Pops! arrive to celebrate film and TV. Fans are used to seeing new figurines that recognize their new favorites as well as playing tribute to movie classics, and 2023 is no different. It’s a year of legendary anniversaries and a high-profile movie blockbuster stand-off, but fans will also be relieved that their latest TV obsessions have made it into Pop! vinyl.
The best Funko Pops! of 2023 offer something for fans of horror movies, superhero adventures, and instant classic TV comedies. As they include Funko store exclusives and convention specials, collectors have to be quick to catch them all. There is always the chance that some of these figures will reach the lucrative heights of some Funko collectibles, including Star Wars Pops! now worth over $500.
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Frodo With The Ring Funko Pop!
It’s been two decades since Frodo completed his journey to destroy the One Ring in Peter Jackson’s epic adaptation of The Lord of the Rings. This convention exclusive captures him at the end of his quest. At 3.75 inches tall, this special edition lets the bruised but heroic hobbit stand tall.
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Funko Pop! President Loki with Alligator
Ready for the Marvel god of mischief’s return 2023, Funko has released this Pop! of the charismatic variant encountered at the end of time in the first series. This Winter Convention limited edition features two variants: President Loki in a gold-horned helmet, pushing him just over 4 inches tall, locked in a fight with the adorable Alligator Loki variant.
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Western Barbie Funko Pop!
The highest-grossing movie of 2023 had to make the list. Four initial Barbie Pops! supported the icon’s phenomenally successful live-action film debut, but it’s the Western-styled idol that steals the show. At 3.75 inches, Barbie's at her pink and stylish best in a costume lifted from the movie as she and Ken break into real-world Los Angeles.
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Funko Pop! Ted Lasso with Tea Cup
Following, Ted Lasso’s third season fans were left with no hint of when or if they would see AFC Richmond again. However, this Pop! is an optimistic sign that the manager would appreciate. The Amazon-exclusive 3.75-inch Pop! figurine features Jason Sudeikis’s Ted in club tracksuit, complete with his Union Flag tea cup and saucer.
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Godzilla vs. Kong Godzilla Heat Ray Funko Pop!
Godzilla and frenemy Kong invaded Funko in 2023 with several Pops! based on the 2021 smash hit film. Hitting as big as that movie is one thing, but this 3.75-inch figure is all about the legendary lizard's spectacular fire breath. A fetching action model for fans of the Monsterverse. A blue-tinged glow-in-the-dark version is also available.
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Charles Dickens And Rizzo Muppet Christmas Carol Funko Pop!
Festive Funko Pops! are a big deal, but this is one seasonal set that can stay on display all year round. The Muppet Christmas Carol may be one of the best adaptations of Charles Dickens’s ghost story. This two-Pop! set features Gonzo the Great as the famous author and the movie's narrator along with his trusted companion Rizzo the Rat.
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Creepshow - Jordy Verrill
A Pop! homage to a legendary moment in horror cinema: The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill from the 1982 anthology film Creepshow. That movie was horror legend Stephen King's screenwriting debut, and he even played the unlucky farmer who is slowly consumed by vegetation after discovering a meteorite on his farm. One for fans of Creepshow and the famed author.
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Colin Robinson - What We Do In The Shadows
With bright blue eyes ready to suck the energy from anyone who looks at them, this figurine may look like the dullest Pop! but that's why it’s perfect for a character who can talk a troll to death. Complete with a show-accurate cardigan, this Staten Island energy vampire stands 3.75 inches tall.
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Captain Planet
One for fans of the original 1980s and 1990s animated series while the long-rumored movie drags its red-booted heels. Inspired by The New Adventures of Captain Planet, this Pop! is a bright and recognizable tribute. This element-powered superhero stands just over 4 inches tall thanks to what might be the most impressive green hair in Funko history.
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Funko POP! Animation: My Hero Academia - Tsuyu
Numbered #374 and just about 3.75 inches tall, this vinyl is a must-have for fans of the manga My Hero Academia. Tsuyu is famous for her frog-like traits, including a super-long tongue which this Pop! draws out. It features an accurate version of the hero's costume, including turtleneck bodysuit and green-lensed goggles.
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Eric Draven - The Crow
The 1994 supernatural superhero movie The Crow is remembered for the sad loss of lead actor Brandon Lee during production. However, this well-sculpted gothic Pop! is a fantastic tribute to Lee and a reminder that the haunting comic book character is stylishly unforgettable.
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Wicket With Slingshot Funko Pop!
Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2023, leading to a host of vinyl tributes. Standing proud among them is this adorable figure. A raised platform helps the hooded Ewok to just under 4 inches. Fans will find it hard to resist the slingshot-carrying version of Wicket, as seen during the cinematic Battle of Endor.
Festive Funko Pops! For All Seasons
The volume of new Pops! Funko releases every year ensures there is usually something for everyone. Sure enough, 2023 has found room for superheroes from the 1990s as much as the high-budget streaming adventures of the 2020s.
Gonzo the Great as Charles Dickens bundled with Rizzo the Rat offers fantastic value for money, and will be top of many fans' lists even though the release missed the 30th anniversary of the cult favorite adaptation. President Loki's struggle against his alligator counterpart also offers a good deal ahead of the god of mischief's Disney Plus return. Completing our top three has to be the battle-worn Frodo Baggins: a 2023 exclusive showing the continuing appeal of The Lord of the Rings movie trilogy.
FAQs
Does a Funko Pop! Lose Value When Its Packaging Is Opened?
Thanks to the way they are packaged, a vinyl Pop will not necessarily lose any value if removed from its box. That said, collectors should retain the packaging and interior and keep them in mint condition if they plan to sell the Pop! in the future.
Where Is The Best Place To Buy Funko Vinyls?
Amazon is a great place to start, as the site offers promotional deals around holidays and annual Prime Day. The Amazon Marketplace also means collectors stand a better chance of tracking down rarer and exclusive Pops! that are selling out quickly.