# Evil Clown Bear Figurines This Collectible Bearbrick Pays Tribute to the Joker By David Ingram | Published 2015-09-25 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearbrick References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2015/9/joker-bearbrick) & [medicomtoy](http://www.medicomtoy.tv/blog/?p=29589) Japanese toy company [Medicom Toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackson-pollock-studio) is set to unleash the latest release of it's highly collectible '[Bearbrick](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearbrick-collectible-toy)' toy line with this fiendish interpretation of the DC Comic's 'The Joker.' This limited edition 'Bearbrick' release pays homage to the character's interpretation by director Christopher Nolan in his 2008 hit feature film 'The Dark Knight." In the film 'The Joker' was iconically portrayed by actor Heath Ledger in his last performance before his untimely death. The bear-shaped toy comes adorned in the character's signature purple outfit and green hair, and also features the black eye makeup and scarred red mouth specific to movie's character design. The figurine will be available in the standard seven centimeters high '100%' model, and also an oversized 28 centimeters high '400%' model as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Collectible Bearbrick Toys:** The increasing popularity of highly collectible Bearbrick toys presents opportunities for manufacturers to create unique and limited edition designs. - **Nostalgic Pop Culture Merchandise:** As consumers continue to seek out nostalgic merchandise, brands can create products inspired by iconic characters and franchises like DC Comics. - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** The demand for unique and limited edition collectibles like the Evil Clown Bear Figurines presents an opportunity for brands to create exclusive products that appeal to niche markets. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy companies like Medicom Toy can capitalize on the trend of highly collectible figurines by producing limited edition designs that cater to collectors. - **Entertainment Merchandise:** The popularity of pop culture merchandise, especially related to movies and comics, allows opportunities for brands to create products inspired by iconic characters and franchises. - **Online Retail:** Online retailers can take advantage of the growing demand for limited edition collectibles by offering exclusive products and partnering with manufacturers to create unique designs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pop Culture Vinyl Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berbrick-vecna.md) - [London-Inspired Bear Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearbrick-1.md) - [Watermarked Jade Bear Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jade-berbrick.md) - [Bear-shaped Bluetooth Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearbrick-collectible-toy.md) - [Denim-Themed Luxury Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-6.md) - [70s-Themed Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corduroy-bearbrick.md) - [Patchwork Denim Figurine Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patchwork-denim-berbrick.md) - [Runway Show-Themed Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takahiromiyashitathesoloist.md) - [Blazer-Adorned Bear Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blazeradorned-bear-figure.md)