Funko
Welcome to the vault, your home for the latest Funko Pop collecting tips and deep dives into the rarest vinyl figurines on the market! Funko Pop collecting has become one of Australia’s most popular hobbies, captivating fans with the wide variety of figures available locally and through secondary markets. Founded in 1998, Funko rose to global prominence, but the first vinyl Pop! figurines didn’t appear until 2010 at San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC), launching with three lines: Heroes (10 figurines), Marvel (2), and Ad Icons (3). While some ultra-rare numbered figures are primarily available overseas, Australian collectors enjoy a thriving market through local retailers, online marketplaces, and specialty stores.
Among the most valuable Funko Pops worldwide, the most expensive ever sold remains the Willy Wonka Golden Ticket two-pack, released in 2016 at SDCC — an ultra-rare collectible with only 10 pieces ever made. This exclusive set is also considered the rarest Funko Pop in existence. Completing the top three most valuable Funko Pops are the 2013 Clockwork Orange (Glow in the Dark) and the 2012 SDCC Freddy Funko as Iron Man (Metallic). For Funko Pop collectors in Australia and around the world, these ultra-limited editions represent the pinnacle of rarity, value, and demand in the Funko Pop market.
Funko News
IS FUNKO IN TROUBLE?
While headlines warned of impending collapse, SEC filings actually show the company narrowed its quarterly net loss down to $1 million despite carrying $250 million in total debt.
These financial pressures reflect broader post-pandemic contractions, trade tariffs, and rising manufacturing costs currently affecting the entire toy industry. Furthermore, Mondo—Funko’s high-end collectible arm—continues to perform strongly with a dedicated fanbase, positioning it as a vital pillar for the company rather than a line facing immediate closure. So, probably not! (1)
2027 LEAKS?
Over 75 unconfirmed Funko Pop leaks have surfaced for early 2027. A few of the unexpected but welcome ones are Doctor Who’s River Song and the Zoo Animals capibara and red panda.
The upcoming lineup introduces highly anticipated updates to long-dormant cartoon lines, alongside specialized figure categories like Pop Rides, such as American Dad and Fast & Furious (2).
I Wish They Made This
It is genuinely surprising that Tarja Turunen, the original frontwoman of Nightwish, has never been immortalised in the Pop! Rocks lineup.
Her dramatic, classical soprano style helped popularise the operatic metal movement, captivating legions of music fans across the globe and leaving an indelible mark on heavy music history. Yet, her striking visual aesthetic remains conspicuously absent from retail shelves.
The delay almost certainly boils down to portrait agreements and brand trademarks, the usual red tape that stalls rock icons from making the leap into stylised figures. Until those commercial barriers dissolve, symphonic metal enthusiasts must remain patient, even though adding her commanding theatrical energy and flowing velvet gowns to a music display would be sheer perfection.
Your move, Funko!
From the Funko Vault
The Mr. Miyagi #179 vinyl figure serves as a quintessential homage to martial arts cinema, perfectly encapsulating the serene, bonsai-tending mentor from Robert Mark Kamen’s 1984 touchstone, The Karate Kid.
Having long retired into official “Vaulted” territory, this retired sculpt commands substantial reverence among retro movie enthusiasts. Down Under, dedicated enthusiasts hunting through Aussie hobby circles and auction listings can expect mint-in-box specimens to fetch roughly $70 to $160 AUD, with graded or flawless packages fetching the top tier of that range.
Portrayed with unforgettable warmth by Noriyuki “Pat” Morita—earning him an Academy Award nomination—Miyagi redefined Hollywood’s archetype of the sensei. Rather than relying on rigid aggression, he disarmed audiences through humble wisdom, dry wit, and ingenious domestic chores that doubled as defensive fundamentals. Whether snatching flies mid-air with chopsticks or demonstrating that balance extends far beyond the tournament mat, Miyagi remains an enduring symbol of patient mentorship, inner resilience, and quiet mastery.
Funko Gallery
“Trust the power of your heart”
They worked well!
Ghost stories
Funko Calendar
Funko has restarted releasing special limited edition figurines, adding fresh excitement for enthusiasts. Every month, new waves and rare variants are announced for the community. Prepare your wallet! Find out more below:
How Much?
While eBay remains the gold standard for tracking market data worldwide, using other specialized tools is among our top tips for valuing your vault. Discover the best resources for price tracking and find out more below:
Stickers
The Funko vinyl universe involves more than just collecting figurines and their boxes; for many collectors, the real value lies in the stickers. LeePep did an amazing job at explaining them. Please, check it out below:
Vaulted Adventures
Welcome to the Infinite Vault, the legendary, high-security archive where every vaulted Funko Pop in history is stored in a state of perfect, climate-controlled suspended animation. Keeping this plastic paradise from descending into chaos are two very different archivists—DROM and Chase. In this parallel universe, these friends have to find a way to work together to protect the hobby’s history!
Episode 15: The Liquid Mint Disaster0
Funko Gallery and Vaulted Adventures are fan projects and are not affiliated with Funko, LLC. Funko® and Pop!® are trademarks of Funko, LLC.
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