How Much Classic Return of the Jedi Action Figures Cost Today
Summary
TLDRThis video script discusses the value of vintage Star Wars action figures from 'Return of the Jedi' in 2024. It details 34 figures released in three waves from 1983 to 1984, including accessories and variants. Prices for carded and loose figures in good condition are provided, with insights into collecting and the history of these iconic toys. The script also teases upcoming content on 'Power of the Force' figures.
Takeaways
- đ The video discusses the market prices of vintage Star Wars action figures from 'Return of the Jedi' in 2024.
- đ The figures include more soft goods and no more vinyl capes, introducing hoods and removable helmets.
- đ„ There are 34 action figures released in three waves from 1983 to 1984, with details on the USA Kenner releases.
- đ° Prices for the figures vary widely based on condition and rarity, with some cards going for over $800 in good condition.
- đ The video provides detailed pricing for each figure, including Admiral Ackbar, Luke Skywalker, and Princess Leia, among others.
- đš Variants in the figures are discussed, such as different colored sabers for Luke Skywalker and different paint applications.
- đŠ The video mentions that some figures came with unique accessories, like the Emperor's Royal Guard with a Force Pike.
- đ¶ The video shares personal anecdotes, like the presenter's favorite figure and a special figure related to his mother.
- đ The presenter encourages viewers to support the channel for continued content creation and provides links in the description.
- đ The video concludes with a teaser for the next video, which will cover action figures from the 'Power of the Force' line.
Q & A
What was the significance of the 65a cardbacks in the Star Wars action figure collection?
-The 65a cardbacks are significant because they were the first version of the numbered cardbacks for the Return of the Jedi figures. They are also known for having the Ewok Logray and Chief Chirpa blacked out to maintain the secrecy of their appearance before the movie release.
Why are the prices for Luke Skywalker Jedi KN outfit's debut card different for the blue and green saber variants?
-The prices for the Luke Skywalker Jedi KN outfit's debut card vary due to the color of the lightsaber included. The blue saber variant is priced higher at around $800, while the green saber variant is around $300, reflecting the rarity or desirability of each variant.
What is unique about the packaging of Admiral Ackbar's initial release?
-Admiral Ackbar was initially available as a mailaway offer and was shipped in a generic white mailer box. He later received an official cardback release in 1983's Wave 1 on the 65a cardback.
What is the importance of the 'blacked out Ewoks' on the 65a cardbacks?
-The 'blacked out Ewoks' on the 65a cardbacks are significant because they were intentionally obscured so that fans would not know what the Ewoks looked like before the movie was released.
Why is the Han Solo trenchcoat figure's debut card priced differently based on the coat variant?
-The Han Solo trenchcoat figure's debut card is priced differently based on the coat variant because there are two main coat variants: one with a camel lapel and one with a plain tan lapel. Collectors may value these variants differently, affecting the price.
What is the significance of the 77a cardbacks in the Return of the Jedi action figure releases?
-The 77a cardbacks signify the second wave of action figure releases for Return of the Jedi, which included figures like Neeko and 88, and are part of the series that followed the initial 65a cardbacks.
Why are the prices for a loose complete figure of the Emperor higher than some other figures?
-The Emperor's loose complete figure is priced higher at around $25 for a great version due to the character's importance and the desirability of the action figure, which can drive up the price among collectors.
What makes the Rancor Keeper action figure's debut card relatively affordable compared to others?
-The Rancor Keeper's debut card is relatively affordable, pricing out at around $8 for a good example, possibly due to the character's lesser prominence or the figure's availability in the market.
Why is the Lumat figure often mistaken for debuting in the Power of the Force line?
-Lumat is often mistaken for debuting in the Power of the Force line because the figure was made in low amounts for the Return of the Jedi and collectors often associate the final figures with the subsequent Power of the Force line.
What are the key features to look for when collecting the Max Rebo Band action figures set?
-When collecting the Max Rebo Band action figures set, it's important to ensure that the color of the horn matches the color of the microphones correctly (black horn with silver mics, silver horn with black mics) and that Max has well-preserved blue arms, as these details are crucial for the set's value and authenticity.
Outlines
đ Return of the Jedi Action Figures Overview
This paragraph introduces the Return of the Jedi action figures from the Star Wars franchise, highlighting their significance in 1983 when the movie was at its peak. It discusses the changes in the figure design, such as the inclusion of soft goods and the absence of vinyl capes. The paragraph also mentions the release of 34 action figures in three waves from 1983 to 1984, focusing on the US Kenner releases. It provides specific examples, such as Admiral Ackbar, who was initially a mailaway offer and later released in Wave 1 with a unique black staff. The paragraph also discusses the cardback variations, like the 'blacked out Ewoks' to maintain secrecy before the movie release. Prices for these figures in good condition and loose complete figures in great shape are provided, with an average based on research from various platforms like Facebook, eBay, and auction sites.
đ Diverse Characters and Their Market Value
Paragraph 2 delves into the specifics of various Return of the Jedi action figures, including their accessories and market values in 2024. It covers characters like Princess Leia in her Orana Outfit, the Moran Guard, Emperor's Royal Guard, and Chief Chirpa, each with unique accessories. The paragraph provides average prices for their debut cards in good condition and for loose complete figures in great shape. It also mentions the body mold and head paint variations for Luke Skywalker's Jedi Knight outfit. The importance of researching and verifying the condition of figures, especially for variants and paint applications, is emphasized. The paragraph concludes with a call to support the content creator's channel for continued informative content.
đ€ Alien and Droid Figures from the Star Wars Saga
Paragraph 3 continues the discussion on action figures, focusing on alien and droid characters. It describes figures like Nien Numb, who was a mailaway figure, and 8D8, the only droid in the Return of the Jedi line. The paragraph also covers figures like Princess Leia in her combat Poncho, Wicket Warrick, and the Emperor, each with their specific accessories and debut card prices. The paragraph provides insights into the variations of these figures, such as different paint applications and accessories, and their impact on the figures' value. It also mentions the rarity and condition of figures like the AT-ST Driver and the Rancor Keeper, emphasizing the importance of joint tightness and paint condition for collectors.
đ Special Edition Figures and Play Sets
The final paragraph discusses specialty figures like Jabba the Hutt and Salacious Crumb, which came in a playset, and the Rancor, which is considered an action figure with significant value in mint and sealed conditions. It also mentions the exclusive pack of action figures featuring SC Nootles and the Max Rebo Band, detailing the specific color requirements for the figures' accessories. The paragraph concludes with a teaser for the next video, which will cover vintage Star Wars action figures from the Power of the Force line, along with their prices and collection facts. The content creator thanks the viewers and signs off, inviting them to watch more videos on the channel.
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Keywords
đĄVintage Star Wars Action Figures
đĄMarket Prices
đĄThe Empire Strikes Back
đĄReturn of the Jedi
đĄSoft Goods
đĄCardbacks
đĄMailaway Offer
đĄVariants
đĄEwok
đĄSealed Boxes
Highlights
The Return of the Jedi action figures were released in 1983 and included more soft goods and no more vinyl capes.
Admiral Ackbar was first available as a mailaway offer and later released in 1983's Wave 1 on the 65a cardback.
Luke Skywalker Jedi KN outfit was released with a variety of accessories and had two saber color variants.
Princess Leia Orana of Alderaan in disguise came with a removable helmet and her Bu rifle.
Morian Guard was released with a unique ax and was part of the 65a cardback series.
Emperor's Royal Guard included a Force Pike and a red soft goods cloak, showcasing Kenner's attention to detail.
Chief Chirpa was one of the Ewoks blacked out on the 65a cardbacks and came with a rubberized hood and staff.
Logray, the Ewok medicine man, debuted with a staff, hood, and pouch.
Clayton Moore came with a vibro-ax and a soft goods skirt, featuring 16 different color combinations.
Rebel Commando was released with a tan rifle and was part of the 65a cardback series.
Biker Scout included a Biker Scout Blaster and was released in the 65a cardback series.
Lando Calrissian in Ski Guard disguise came with a vibro-ax and a removable helmet.
NN-NNN (Nien Nunb) was released as a mailaway figure and later in the 77a cardback series.
Wicket W. Warrick was one of the smallest action figures and included a hood and a spear.
The Emperor was initially a mailaway figure and later released on the 77a cardbacks with his black cane.
Bwing Pilot was challenging to find in near-mint condition due to its paint apps.
Han Solo in Trenchcoat was released with a black Rebel Blaster and a camo canvas trench coat.
The Rancor Keeper came with a gray gaff stick and a hood, and was part of the 77a cardback series.
Lumat was released in Wave 3 with a hood, brown bow, and a strapped quiver.
Paploo was another figure from Wave 3, featuring a hood and a staff.
Jobin and the Max Rebo Band was the only exclusive pack of action figures released as a set.
The Rancor was released in 1984, with mint and sealed boxes being quite valuable.
Transcripts
last time we went over all the current
market prices for the vintage Star Wars
action figures from The Empire Strikes
Back let's continue the series and go
over all the Return of the Jedi figures
and what these are worth in 2024 plus
we'll cover what they came with the
variants and some info that you need to
know if you want to collect these the
right way so let's
go by the time the Return of the Jedi
figures hit the shelves in 1983 Star
Wars was the biggest movie franchise
ever and kids couldn't get enough of
these toys including a 6-year-old me so
if you missed the last videos where I
went over the action figures from the
first two movies go check those out but
let's get started this run of figures
included more soft goods and no more
vinyl capes in the new figures also it
introduces hoods and removable helmets
into the mix there are 34 action figures
that were released in three waves from
1983 to 1984 and I'll be going over the
USA Kenna releases let's start with
Admiral abar who was first available as
a mailaway offer on the 1982 48b
cardbacks of The Empire Strikes Back
figures and came shipped in a generic
white mailer box abbar would get his
official cardback release in 1983's Wave
1 on the 65a cardback the number 65 is
the number of action figures shown on
the back and the letter A lets us know
that this is the first version of this
numbered cardback the 65 cardbacks are
also famous for having the Ewok low gr
and chief chirpa blacked out so that
fans wouldn't know what the Ewok look
like before the movie was released
collectors call this series The blacked
out Ewoks Admiral abbar comes with his
unique black staff his cardback debut
goes for about $130 today for an example
in good shape and a loose complete
figure in great shape will cost around
$25 Luke Skywalker Jedi KN outfit would
be released in 1983 on Wave 1 of the 65a
cardbacks and comes with a variety of
accessories either a blue or green saber
a gray or Brown Palace Blaster and a
cloak that came as a pullover or as a
Snap-On if you pair this with a black
Palace Blaster that's the wrong pairing
and keep that Blaster because it's quite
expensive we'll talk about that in
another video other variations in this
figure come in the body mold and the
head paint apps his debut card today
goes for about about $800 for the blue
saber variant and about 300 for the
green saber variant and those are for
cards in good shape and loose both
variants are pricing out at about
$150 for complete versions in great
shape the prices in this video have been
researched and averaged on sites like
Facebook eBay and on various accredited
auction sites doing that research takes
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to the video let's continue with
Princess Leia Orana bch disguise who
debuted in 1983 in Wave 1 of the 65a
cardbacks and comes with a removable
helmet and her bu rifle her debut card
goes for average prices of 300 in good
condition and a loose complete figure in
great shape goes for $40 today the
morian guard was released in 1983 on
Wave 1 of the 65a cardbacks and comes
with his unique ax its debut card goes
for prices around $200 in good condition
and a loose complete figure goes for $27
in great shape and a fun fact the same
body mold would be used for frier tuck
for the 1991 Robin Hood prince of
Thieves action figures Emperor's Royal
Guard was released in 1983 in Wave 1 of
the 65a cardbacks and comes with its
unique Force Pike and a red soft goods
cloak and a skirt that's attached and
you have to give kener props for
starting to accessorize action figures
with this amount of soft goods detail
its debut card goes for around
$215 for a good example and a loose
complete figure sells for $40 in great
condition Chief chirpa debuted in 1983
on Wave 1's 65a cardbacks and comes with
a rubberized hood and staff and is
famous for being one of the blacked out
Ewoks on on the 65a cardbacks its debut
card goes for around $120 for good
examples and loose complete figures in
great shape sell for $25 the other
blacked out Ewok is low gry Ewok
medicine man who debuted in 1983 on Wave
1's 65a cardback and comes with a staff
hood and a pouch his debut card sells
for
$15 in good shape and a loose complete
figure will cost you $25 in great
condition clay 2 debuted in 1983 on Wave
1 of the 65a cardbacks and comes with a
vibro ax and a soft good skirt the legs
and arms were molded in tan and gray and
can come in 16 different Combos and the
skirt can come in four different
variations of fuzzy its debut card goes
for $75 in good shape and a loose
complete figure will run you about $22
for an excellent example Rebel Commando
debuted in Wave 1 of the 1983 65a
cardbacks and comes with a tan rifle its
debut card goes for $80 in good shape
and a complete loose figure will run you
about $28 wi Quay debuted in 1983 in
Wave 1 of the 65a cardbacks and comes
with a vibro ax his debut card goes for
prices of $75 today in good shape and a
loose complete figure will run $20 for a
great example Squid head debuted in 198
3 on the wave 165a cardbacks and comes
with a gray bin Blaster a brown cloak
light tan skirt and a silver belt his
debut card goes for about $100 today and
a loose complete action figure in great
shape will cost you $42 General maen was
released in 1983 in Wave 1 on the 65a
cardbacks and comes with his White staff
sometimes called the Horse whip the
debut card will cost you about $100 for
good examples and a loose complete
figure will run $27 in great shape bib
Fortuna is one of the most interesting
looking figures to me and debuted in
1983 in Wave 1 of the 65a cardbacks and
comes with his unique staff a velvetine
robe and a silver belted chest plate his
debut card sells for about $100 in good
shape and a loose complete figure will
cost around $25 in great shape Rees was
one of my favorite figures as a kid and
since I didn't have a Boba Fett this one
piloted my Slave 1 he debuted in 1983 in
wave 1 of the 65a cardbacks and comes
with his gold rifle and this same rifle
was used for the uncle Gundy action
figure for the droids line of toys that
rifle was molded in Black collector
should make sure that his eye paint
isn't rubbed off if you're looking for a
pristine version of this figure ri's
debut card sells for prices of $75 in
good condition and loose complete figure
figures will cost $21 in great shape
biker Scout debuted in 1983 in wave one
of the 65a cardbacks and comes with the
biker Scout Blaster its debut card will
cost around $210 for good examples and
loose complete figures will run $35 in
great shape Lando cian ski guard
disguise was released in 1983 in Wave 1
of the 65a cardbacks he comes with a
vibro axx and a removable helmet his
debut card will cost around $95 for good
examples and a loose complete figure
will cost around $25 in great shape n
nub made his debut as a mailaway figure
on the 48 back Return of the Jedi
transition cards they're called
transition cards because only action
figures that were released in the first
two movies are shown but on the Return
of the Jedi branded art his debut card
will cost about $120 today in good shape
and a loose complete figure today will
cost $26 in excellent shape necko made
his cardback debut in 1984 in Wave 2 of
the 77a cardbacks and comes with a virro
staff he was also available in 1983 in
the Sears exclusive job of the Hut
dungeon action playet his debut card
will cost $75 in good shape and a loose
complete figure will cost $30 for a
great example 88 was first available in
1983 in the Sears exclusive job of the
Hut dungeon action playet and made his
cardback debut in 1984 in wave two of
the 77a cardbacks and comes with no
accessories making him the only carded
action figure to get no accessories in
the Return of the Jedi line of toys
another would be the Box Rancor which
we'll talk about later 88 was also the
only Droid released in the Return of the
Jedi line of toys his debut card goes
for $120 today in good condition and a
loose action figure will cost $18 for an
excellent version princess Leo Orana in
combat Poncho is a special figure for me
as that was the last action figure that
my mom bought me before she passed away
and that's the one that I feature in my
official collection run she made her
cardback debut in 1984 on Wave 2 of the
77a cardbacks and comes with a removable
helmet the blue Endor Blaster a black
Two Notch belt and a soft goods
camouflage Poncho her debut card will
cost around $180 for for examples in
good shape and a loose complete figure
will run
$115 for excellent versions Wicket W
Warick is one of the smallest action
figures in the line next to the Jawa and
made his debut in Wave 2 of 1984's 77a
cardbacks and comes with a hood and a
spear that would also be used for the
Ramba action figure The W in his name
stands for Wister as we learned in the
1985 cartoon the Ewoks and and his last
name is an homage to the actor that
played Wicket Warick Davis his debut
card sells for
$160 in good shape and a loose complete
figure will cost you $68 for an
excellent version the emperor was first
released in 1983 as a melaway figure on
the 65c Return of the Jedi cardbacks and
came in a white mailer box with his
black cane and if you have the ly Ley
version of this action figure you got
the chief chirpa staff in Black he would
make his cardback debut in 1984 in the
second wave on the 77a cardbacks this
debut card will cost
$160 for good examples and a loose
complete figure will cost $25 for a
great version bwing pilot was first
released in 1984 in Wave 2 of the 77a
cardbacks and comes with a blue indoor
Blaster this is a hard action figure to
find in near Min shape because of all
the paint apps that get rubbed off
especially on his chest so when you're
looking for one make sure you have
reference photos of ones in Mint
Condition it's debut card will cost you
$115 for a good version and a loose
complete figure will run $65 for
excellent examples Kay 2 in ski guard
outfit debuted in 1983 in the Sears
exclusive job of the Hut dungeon action
playet but would make his cardback
release in 1984 in Wave 2 of the 77a
cardbacks he comes with a force Pike the
debut card will cost $90 in good shape
and a loose complete figure will cost
around $30 for great looking versions
and in the movie this character was
played by Billy D Williams's son Cory
Williams Han Solo trenchcoat made his
debut in 1984 in wave two of the 77a
cardbacks and comes with a black Rebel
Blaster and a camo canvas trench coat
the two main variants come in the coat
itself with one having a camel lapel or
a plain tan lapel his debut card will
cost $160 for a good example and loose
complete figures no matter what the
variant are going for $60 for great
versions TBO debuted in 1984 in the
second wave of the 77a cardbacks and
comes with a horn that has a strap a
headdress and a spear the debut card
will cost you around $100 in good shape
and a loose complete version will cost
$33 for an excellent figure year prun
face made his cardback debut in 1984 on
Wave 2 of the 77a cardbacks and comes
with a soft goods cloak and a brown
rifle in Canon this character's name is
Ori Marco and he was a member of the
rebels version of the special forces or
the CIA when collecting this figure look
closely at the rifle strap and make sure
it isn't broken the debut card will cost
$100 in good shape and a loose complete
figure is going for $50 for an excellent
version atst driver made its debut on
the 77a cardback in 1984 in Wave 2 and
comes with the blue indoor Blaster the
debut card goes for $130 in good shape
and its loose complete figure is pricing
out at $70 for a great example and a fun
fact the actor who played this character
in the movie was actually Return of the
Jedi director Richard Marquand the
rancor keeper made its debut in 1984 in
wave two of the 77a cardbacks and comes
with a gray gaffy stick and a hood its
debut card is pricing out at $8 on
average for a good example and a loose
complete figure is going for $45 in
great shape and didn't the rancor keeper
have the best scene in the
movie lumat came out in Wave 3 in 1984
on the 79c cardbacks and comes with a
hood Brown bow and and a strapped quiver
this figure is commonly mistaken as
debuting on the power of the force line
of action figures that came out in 1985
the debut card will cost $170 in good
shape and a loose complete figure will
cost $140 in excellent condition
primarily due to the fact that this
figure was made in low amounts for the
Return of the Jedi and that collectors
lump this into the power of the force
figures and that Mystique of the last 17
action figures made the final carded
action figure Papo made its debut in
1984 on Wave three of the 79c cardbacks
and comes with the hood and a staff the
debut card goes for prices of $200 in
good shape and a loose complete figure
will cost $110 in excellent condition
and just like lumat this figure is often
mistaken as debuting in the power of the
force line of toys There are specialty
figures like jobba the Hut and salacious
crumb but those came in a play set and
if you want to see how much those play
sets cost today check out my video as I
go over all of them and what they're
priced at there was also the rancor who
was released in 1984 which I consider an
action figure today mint and sealed
boxes can cost you $380 for examples in
good condition and loose figures can run
$80 to $90 for excellent examples that
have tight joints on the legs arms
rotating hands and the jaw in perfect
working order and there was also the
only exclusive pack of action figures to
be released as a set in the vintage Star
Wars line SC noodles and the max Rebo
Band it came with three figures SC
noodles with her microphone and soft
plastic skirt droopy mol and his
microphone and Horn and Max REO with his
organ the main aspect of these figures
to know and please take notes is if the
horn is black the mics must be silver if
the horn is Silver the mics must be
black another note is to make sure that
Max has nice blue arms as most of the
time even boxed you're going to find the
These Arms faded a mint and sealed box
will run you about $320 in good shape
and a loose set will run $22 in
excellent shape and I suggest buying
these as a complete set and not piece by
piece as the components to this set it's
going to cost you extra in the long run
if you want to watch the next video
we're going to list all of the vintage
Star Wars action figures made from the
power of the force and the Crazy Prices
that those action figures go for plus
the facts that you need to know if you
want to collect those action figures
today and to watch that or other
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now and as always my friends thank you
and I will see you next time
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