NECA's Ultimate Muppet Action Figures

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The cards at Toy Fair had Piggy Q1 '27, Gonzo Q4 this year, and Mahna Mahna this year with the quarter blocked... apparently that has already changed.

Rowlf is extremely ideal: maybe the most-beloved character, rare as heck in the Palisades line (in his regular form), and the upright piano is something Palisades didn't do either.


Did it have any pictures other than what was shown on the cover?

I am excited to see the NECA Rowlf, which I agree seems likely sooner than later. I agree that he's a figure that would likely appeal widely, including Palisades collectors.

I only saw these two other photos in the Toy Collectr magazine. It's cool seeing the 3d renders. I think the figures look great!

http://imgur.com/a/dcWzOu1

 

[Blue Frackle]

Good to see they provided something. I would buy an issue... you just can't at this point.

 

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Since NECA is considering the Palisades line in their character selection, I'm curious which characters are likely to be included. Below are some of my thoughts. I'd love to read what others think.

Walter - likely - Although the first wave of figures is focused on early seasons of the Muppet Show, I'm guessing they'll include newer characters fairly early in the line. He didn't appear in the special, but I still think he's a well-known character.
Bobo - likely - Like Walter, I think he's pretty well-known for secondary Muppets. Personally, I hope he's not in a tux, but I could see that happening because that's how he's looked in two movies.
Robin - likely - A regular Robin is the biggest gap in the Palisades line, IMHO. I could see him being a pack in with Kermit, like DST did.
Bean Bunny - likely - After Robin, I think he's probably the second most well-known character not included in the Palisades line. With the recent recast, I think he'll bump back up in appearances over the next few years.
Joe from Legal - possible - Disney seems to be really pushing for Joe to become bigger. I could see him being packed with Bean.
Yolanda - possible - Has several appearances since having a bigger role on the sitcom. Potentially a two-pack with Rizzo.
Sal Minella - not likely - Unfortunately, I don't think Sal has been popular enough this decade to get a figure. Fortunately, Kenny Durkin's figure is a great fill in for the collection.
Nigel, Louis Kazagger, Mildred, Hilda, Beautiful Day, Wayne, and Wanda - not likely - At this point, I don't think any of these characters are popular enough. However, I could see that changing. For example, Hilda had been popping up more recently and had a line in the special.

 

[Blue Frackle]

I will be kind of disappointed if Beautiful Day gets a figure (at least early on) considering we have two really good customs of him, which have also been accessible to consumers too.

Fingers crossed on Blue Frackle after hearing Trevor cite him specifically. He cited Frazzle randomly and it didn't take long to see a prototype.

I think off your list Bobo, Robin and Wayne & Wanda seem most likely.

 

[rowlfy662]

I think it’s all going to be dependant on sales whether NECA drips into the background characters. Obviously they want us Muppet fans excited but they’ve also got to appease the general collector who would happily pick up Kermit or Fozzie for the shelf but would pass on Lew Zealand & especially a character like Mildred. & if the sales aren’t there NECA will quietly drop the line which we don’t want happening. That being said I definitely think Bean, Bobo, Robin & Walter have a chance after that it’s really difficult to guess. I’d love to see them do The Country Trio as it be a great tribute to Jim, Jerry & Frank although I don’t if those characters are off limits.