Batman is one of the most well-known characters in the world, and despite not being part of the Marvel universe, he's arguably the one who generates the most movies and merchandise. Thanks to this success, Funko has released a whole series of Pops based on the character for years, placing him on the lists of most sought-after figures for collectors. In many cases, collectors missed out on buying them, and now they're no longer in production. So, we're going to tell you exactly which are the most important figures, or " movie moments ," of the Dark Knight.
Why are Batman Funkos special?
Funko has been around for over 24 years. It was in 1998 when three friends decided to develop products based on their favorite characters with a very distinctive design, which over the years eventually became the Pop! figures we know today. Even then, one of the first figures they released was Batman, with a model known as Funko Force, which later, when it became a Pop! figure, featured the number 1 of the DC Universe collection printed on its box. Green Lantern and the Joker were two other comic book celebrities that landed in stores.
Batman Funko Pops aren't any rarer than those of other figures, but they're in much higher demand due to the character's immense popularity. Batman is a true magnet for fans of these toys, and with the sheer number of comics, movies, and TV series he's starred in, it's easy to find variations featuring well-known actors like Adam West, Michael Keaton, Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, Val Kilmer, and George Clooney.
Another reason why Batman Funko Pops are so popular with collectors is that many models are now completely discontinued , automatically making them highly sought-after collector's items. Some of these early, exclusive editions are already valued at hundreds of dollars, reaching and exceeding $4.000 in extreme cases, as is the case with the figure shown below (right).
Movies, series, comics, there are Funkos for everything!
The list of Funko Batman figures is endless, and practically every one has its fans, who seek them out to complete their collections. The Dark Knight first appeared in Detective Comics #27 in 1939, and since then we've seen the 60s TV series starring Adam West and, of course, the films by Tim Burton and Joel Schumacher, the Dark Knight trilogy, Warner's DCEU (DC Extended Universe) with its battles against Superman, and The Batman starring Robert Pattinson. For all of these, you can find both standalone figures and the so-called "movie moments" or " Ride" figures, which show the Caped Crusader in one of his sophisticated vehicles.
Moreover, it's not just movies, TV series, or comics that attract attention. Funko Pops have become incredibly popular among gamers, which is why we also have figures based on Rocksteady's sensational Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham Knight trilogy ( there were plans to produce Batman: Arkham City figures , but they were ultimately cancelled).
How is the Funkos Batman collection?
Batman collections are known for their variety, almost always featuring more than one Batman figure , as well as villains and allies from the film, series, comic, or video game on which they are based. This is the case with the most recent Batman collection , where half of the six figures are different versions of the Dark Knight, further fueling the growing fan and collector phenomenon.
Batman has the honor of being the character with the most figures manufactured by Funko within its various product lines, and the only one that can come close is Spider-Man, at a distance from him.
These are the best Batman Funkos
In any case, despite this enormous number of versions, we've selected ten that, on their own, would make for a truly exceptional collection of one of the most popular superheroes on the planet. Their value, rarity, discontinuation status, and the accuracy of the figures all played a role in our selection. Here they are.
Armored Batman (#88)
Although the film it's based on may not have pleased everyone ( Batman v Superman ), this figure is a very good representation of what is arguably the best scene of the entire movie. What makes it so sought after is the fact that it was originally exclusive to DC's now-discontinued subscription box, DC's Legion of Collectors.
Batman – Detective Mode – Blue (#52)
Despite not being a particularly hard figure to find, it makes our list thanks to its design. For those of you who have played any of Rocksteady's Batman Arkham games , here's the Dark Knight with his detective vision working, just like in the game when you were searching for clues around the levels.
Batman vs The Joker – Batman 1989 (#280)
Taken from the climax of what is undoubtedly a classic within the superhero genre, this figure stands out for details such as the gargoyle, which is the same as the one in the feature film, or the fact that the Joker wears glasses taken from an earlier scene in which the villain asks Batman if he would hit someone while wearing them.
Batman–Hush (#239)
If we disregard the fact that this figure is a perfect representation of one of Batman's most famous panels, one feature that makes it stand out is that it belongs to the collection of figures that represent comics drawn by the legendary Jim Lee.
Knightmare Batman (#89)
What makes this figure different and allows it to enter our select Top 10, is that despite being from 2016, it has a fairly high level of detail , especially the sand on the ground scattered on Batman's mask and glasses.
Batman (#1189)
The film premiered in March 2022 and has undoubtedly given us some of the best interpretations of classic DC characters. This figure presents Batman in a very classic pose, throwing his grappling hooks , one of his most recurring weapons in The Batman.
Hellbat (#373)
The comic book series that brought us the Dark Knights is undoubtedly one of the most iconic of recent years. This Hellbat figure boasts an incredible level of detail and is also exclusive to a store not often associated with Funko: Big Apple Collectibles.
Batman Who Laughs (#256)
The Batman Who Laughs is the most famous member of the Dark Knights. What makes this figure so sought after is the fact that it was released when these characters weren't as popular with fans, so many who have now become interested in the crueler, more villainous version of the hero embodied by Bruce Wayne are eager to acquire it. Furthermore, it perfectly conveys the fear he inspires in everyone who crosses his path in the comics.
Batman in Batmobile (#282)
Since the release of The Batman, the figures have skyrocketed in value. Two in particular: the Riddler and the one we're featuring here. Lacking other movie Batmobiles in Funko format, this piece transports us to one of the most thrilling scenes from the film directed by Matt Reeves. If you're interested in acquiring this vehicle, do it now before the price continues to rise and skyrockets.
Batman and Commissioner Gordon – Batman Begins (#291)
And in first place (for us) we have another movie moment , and these, for obvious reasons, have a high level of detail and fidelity. This piece has two elements that make it very special. First, we have a Bat-Signal with light. This technique was used by Funko a few years ago with characters like Iron Man and Darth Vader.
And secondly, this scene contains, to this day, the only figure ever made of Commissioner Gordon . Furthermore, the fact that it's based on Christopher Nolan's trilogy gives it many extra points.