# TV Puppet Collectibles These Muppets Action Figures Celebrate the Iconic Comedy Characters By Jana Pijak | Published 2016-03-09 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muppets-action-figure References: [toyland.gizmodo](http://toyland.gizmodo.com/oh-my-god-these-muppets-action-figures-are-totally-awe-1738032097) & [abc.go](http://abc.go.com/shows/the-muppets) This line of Muppets action figures celebrates the iconic tv puppets, created by [Jim Henson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/general-mills-x-jim-henson-company). Created in the 50s, the comedic cast of puppets started as variety show guest stars and garnered their very own series in the late 70s. In addition to being adored by Boomers, Gen X members and Millennials, the Muppets are also targeting a new generation of kids with recent film releases and a re-launched television series on [ABC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-transformers-1). Targeting young viewers, this line of Muppets action figures consists of [collectible toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon) that will appeal to kids as well as adult toy collectors. The toys boast an incredibly detailed construction and recreate familiar characters like the series' most famous face, Kermit the Frog. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Pop Culture Collectibles:** There's an opportunity to produce highly detailed, limited edition and high-quality action figures of popular culture icons that appeal to both kids and adult collectors. - **Nostalgic Revival:** There's an opportunity to revive classic fictional universes, such as The Muppets, and present them to new and old generations through merchandise and new multimedia content. - **Interactive Collectibles:** There's an opportunity to create interactive toys that respond to voices and movements similar to the puppetry technique used in the TV series to recreate a unique and immersive play experience. ### Where This Applies - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can explore the production of collectibles aimed at adult audiences and nostalgic revivals of classic franchises. - **Media and Entertainment:** Media and Entertainment companies can leverage classic fictional universes and iconic characters to create merchandise that appeals to both long-time fans and new generations. - **Technological Innovations:** Tech companies can develop interactive collectibles that incorporate voice and motion technology to add new layers of immersion to well-known fictional universes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sitcom-Inspired Figurine Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-people-collector-set.md) - [Collectible Character Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arr-x-kaws-sesame-street.md) - [Nostalgic Blind Toy Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teletubbies-say-hello.md) - [90s-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidrobot-1.md) - [Vibrantly Comedic Travel Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookingyeah-campaign.md) - [Playful Puppet Baby Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-preferred.md) - [Wind-Up Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windupz.md) - [Fashion-Focused Novelty Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kimmon-collectibles.md) - [Show-Themed Desk Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hawkins-town-action-figures.md)