# Armageddon Fairytale Figurines The Post-Apocalyptic Wizard of Oz Dolls Are Kind of Morbid By Michael Hines | Published 2010-02-13 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/post-apocalyptic-wizard-of-oz References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2010/02/11/post-apocalyptic-wizard-of-oz-figurines/) & [nomadpainter.blogspot](http://nomadpainter.blogspot.com/2010/02/myo.html) If The Wizard of Oz included the dropping of a nuclear bomb, then the cast would probably have resembled these [post-apocalyptic Wizard of Oz figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thrilljoy-pix). This is such a cool re imagining of a [classic film](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/land-of-oz). Imagine Dorothy running around the ruins of Oz trying to get back to the ruins of Kansas. The cowardly lion would be ready to crack the skulls of cannibalistic flying monkeys. I like the post-apocalyptic Wizard of Oz better than the real one. Kudos to Myö for creating these [epic toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/san-diego-comiccon). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.9/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Post-apocalyptic Reimagining:** Using post-apocalyptic themes to reimagining classic films opens up opportunities for creating unique products with a dark twist. - **Morbid Collectibles:** Morbid and dark collectibles like the post-apocalyptic Wizard of Oz figurines cater to a niche market, offering potential for innovation in the collectibles industry. - **Crossover Franchises:** Blending different film genres and creating crossover franchises, such as a post-apocalyptic Wizard of Oz, presents opportunities for imaginative storytelling and merchandise creation. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Toy manufacturers can explore the production of post-apocalyptic themed figurines and collectible toys, tapping into the market for unique and edgy collectibles. - **Film Merchandise:** The film merchandise industry can capitalize on the popularity of post-apocalyptic reimaginings by creating and selling licensed products that cater to fans of these alternative storylines. - **Geek Culture:** The geek culture industry can embrace post-apocalyptic crossovers like the post-apocalyptic Wizard of Oz and create diverse content, collectibles, and events that cater to fans of the genre. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Apocalypse Post Pandemic Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-urban-art.md) - [Whimsical Surprise Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-ozian-balloons-reveal.md) - [Theater-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/care-bears-wicked-collection.md) - [Chic Whimsical-Film Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-wizard-of-oz-capsule.md) - [Fashionable Zombie Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombaes-critter-chaos.md) - [Enchanting Tarot Card Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wizard-of-oz-tarot.md) - [Whimsical Theater-Themed Bookends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-bookend.md) - [Witchy Toy Building Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-1.md) - [Witchy Plush Bears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wicked-themed-care-bears.md)