Marvel movies reign supreme over the global box office, with explosive fandom for heroes like Iron Man and Captain America driving billions in ticket sales. Naturally, fans seek out Marvel merchandise to celebrate their cinematic adventures, like clothing, toys, and collectible figures.
One increasingly popular item that combines fandom and collecting are Funko Pops. These stylized vinyl figures depict characters from nearly every entertainment franchise imaginable. Their cute "big-headed" design and affordability makes Funko Pops enticing for all types of fans.
For Marvel enthusiasts, Funko Pop offers an enormous selection of heroes, villains, and iconic movie scenes transformed into compact collectibles. With over 1,217 Marvel Funko Pops currently available, the possibilities for aspiring collectors are endless yet potentially overwhelming.
As a dedicated Marvel fan and Funko Pop analyst, I‘ve compiled this comprehensive guide to the 13 best Funko Pop figures for fans of the beloved Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) films specifically. From the most famous Avengers to exclusive rarities, these are the essential Pops for MCU devotees to capture their favorite super-powered movie moments.
Quick Facts on Marvel Funko Pops
To preface the vinyl figure highlights, let‘s review some fast statistics on the Marvel Funko Pop series so far:
| Total Marvel Funko Pops | 1,217+ |
| Best-Selling Individual Pop | Black Panther (over 1M units) |
| Largest Pop | 10-inch Thanos |
| First Ever Marvel Funko Pop | Thor (2010) |
| Most Expensive Resale Value | $18,000 – Metallic Stan Lee (12 pcs made) |
This list focuses specifically on figures perfect for MCU fans looking to showcase their favorite films with Funko swag. Let‘s count down #13 to #1!
#13: Ant-Man and Ant-thony
This POP Rides: Ant-Man vinyl sculpture features miniature hero Scott Lang atop his trusty steed – the giant ant known as Ant-thony. Unfortunately, Ant-thony met an untimely demise in 2015‘s Ant-Man film battling the villainous Yellowjacket.
Luckily, this detailed 9-inch Funko Pop preserves the pair in happier times for fans to remember. Ant-Man himself bobbles his head while holding on to the fully-sculpted oversized insect.
According to Collider‘s "Definitive Ranking of All Funko Toy Lines", POP Rides consistently produce some of the toymaker‘s best work with their creative dream team-ups. The Ant-Man duo certainly delivers plenty of charm.
The Breakdown
| Series | POP Rides: Ant-Man |
| Height | 9 inches |
| Style | Vinyl bobble-head |
| Release Year | 2016 |
#12: Avengers Assemble – Iron Man
No Marvel collection is complete without the Armored Avenger who started the MCU phenomenon back in 2008. And this Amazon-exclusive Iron Man Funko Pop immortalizes Tony Stark straight from the famous hero shot introducing Earth‘s Mightiest Heroes together for the first time.
Standing at 5.5 inches tall, Iron Man is sculpted mid-flight in his iconic red and gold suit. As the first release in the Avengers Assemble line, pairing this highly-detailed figure with the subsequent five hero Pops allows fans to perfectly recreate an legendary scene.
Senior Pop Price Guide analyst James Clement praises this exclusive series for its vibrant color schemes and faithfulness to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Collect all six #AvengersAssemble Pops for the ultimate display piece in your home!
The Breakdown
| Series | Avengers Assemble (Amazon Exclusive) |
| Height | 5.5 inches |
| Release Year | 2019 |
#11: Thor Ragnarok – Grandmaster Jeff Goldblum
While I could sing the praises of many more amazing MCU Funko Pops, clearly these 13 should top any fan‘s wishlist. From iconic heroes to exclusive glow figures, these Funkos encapsulate the excitement we feel watching our big screen idols.
For devoted Marvel collectors, Funko Pops offer the chance to always keep a piece of the magical cinematic universe close at hand. So here‘s hoping at least one of these fantastic vinyls makes its way into your home soon! Excelsior!
