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# Movie-Themed Candy Products
These Buzz Lightyear PEZ Products from World of Sweets are Charming

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-05-28 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/world-of-sweets
References: [talkingretail](https://www.talkingretail.com/products-news/confectionery/buzz-lightyear-sweet-dispensers-launched-ahead-of-new-film-26-05-2022/) & [worldofsweets.de](https://www.worldofsweets.de)

![Movie-Themed Candy Products](https://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/thumbs/479/world-of-sweets.jpeg)

These [Buzz Lightyear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzz-lightyear-crocs) PEZ products from [World of Sweets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pez-despicable-me-4) are being launched by the brand in the UK to get consumers ready for the upcoming movie in a decidedly delicious way. The products include a total of three dispensers with two that follow in the likeness of Buzz Lightyear himself, while the third is themed with Sox the robotic cat in mind. Each of the dispensers are priced at £1.75 each to make them an accessible option for collectors and fans alike to pick up.

Marketing Communications Manager Chris Smith commented on the new Buzz Lightyear PEZ products from World of Sweets saying, "[Pez](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pez-products) products are popular among consumers young and old. They are a fun, novelty collectible item that kids love playing with and adults love to collect.”

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.1/10
- Popularity: 22% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 12%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha
- Top markets: Europe

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Movie-themed Candy:** Movie-themed candy products have the potential to engage a wider audience of consumers and offer a new way for brands to monetize popular films.
- **PEZ Products:** PEZ products are a beloved collectible item with a built-in fanbase and offer licensing opportunities for brands to capitalize on.
- **Robot-themed Collectibles:** Collectibles featuring robotic characters offer a fun and unique way for brands to engage fans of science fiction and technology.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Film and Entertainment:** Film and entertainment companies can explore licensing opportunities with candy and collectible brands to build excitement around upcoming movies.
- **Candy and Confections:** Candy and confection brands can expand their product lines with movie-themed products to attract new consumers and engage existing fans.
- **Toy and Collectibles:** Toy and collectible companies can capitalize on popular movie franchises and offer unique products like robotic-themed collectibles to engage a broader audience.

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