Hot Toys Opens Pre-Orders for Life-Size Grogu Collectible Figure from "The Mandalorian & Grogu" Movie
Hot Toys continues to delight fans of the "Star Wars" universe by introducing a new life-size collectible figure of Grogu, the adopted son of Din Djarin. This Force-sensitive Mandalorian is now available in a 1:1 scale.
Ahead of the May premiere of "The Mandalorian & Grogu" movie, which unfolds in the famous galaxy, Hot Toys has announced the release of this impressive life-size Grogu figure.
Pre-orders for the figure are already open at select retailers, priced at 255.05 EUR (approximately 24,146 Russian Rubles).
The package includes a 37.5-centimeter body with nine points of articulation, three interchangeable hands, a beige robe, a wrist gauntlet that attaches to the right hand, and two special devices (magnetically attachable to the left hand).
Also included are a satchel with a bag and a rondel (a detachable disc that magnetically attaches to Grogu's chest), a blue macaron (magnetically attaches to the left hand), and a transparent display stand.
The collectible model features a detailed head sculpt with a screen-accurate facial expression, intricate skin texture, and hair made from white fibrous material. The figure's body is crafted from soft vinyl.
The release of the figure is scheduled for the second to third quarter of 2026.
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