Collectibles manufacturing company Funko has released a new restaurant mascot-themed collectible -- a Retro Chuck E. Cheese Funko Pop. The Retro Chuck E. Cheese collectible is a highly detailed figure of the iconic character during his classic skateboarding days.
In terms of appearance, Chuck E. Cheese is wearing a purple shirt and green shorts while holding a token. The collectible is approximately 4.15 inches tall and arrives in window box packaging with the brand's logo from the early 2000s. Melissa McLeanas, VP of Global Media, Licensing and Entertainment at Chuck E Cheese, said: "Our iconic character has been a beloved part of family entertainment for decades, and we know that this collectible figure will be a hit with both kids and adults alike."
Restaurant Mascot-Themed Collectibles
Funko Released a Retro Chuck E. Cheese 1st Edition Funko Pop
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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