10 Strange and Unusual Facts About the New Lydia Deetz Action Figure Landing in 2026
Sideshow Collectibles announced a 10-inch Lydia Deetz action figure in 2026, and collectors are already paying attention. Lydia, played by Winona Ryder in Tim Burton’s 1988 supernatural comedy “Beetlejuice,” is one of cinema’s recognizable Goth characters, and she has never had a proper 1:6 scale figure until now. Decades after the film first hit theaters, that gap is finally closing. Here are ten things about this figure that might surprise you.
A Long Wait
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Beetlejuice turned 38 years old on March 30, 2026, and Lydia Deetz is only now getting her first-ever 10-inch action figure. That’s nearly four decades of fans waiting for a proper 1:6 scale version of one of cinema’s most beloved Goth characters. Michael Keaton’s Beetlejuice got his figure ages ago. Lydia? She had to wait. The patience of this fanbase deserves an award of its own.
The Price Tag
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At $275, this figure is not an impulse buy. It is aimed at serious collectors with deeper budgets. Most mainstream lines like Marvel Legends or Star Wars: The Black Series sit around $25 to $50, which makes this Lydia figure several times more expensive than a typical shelf figure. The higher price usually reflects licensing costs, better craftsmanship, and more detailed design work.
Six Hands, One Character
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The figure includes six interchangeable hands that give collectors more flexibility when posing Lydia in different display setups. Each hand matches specific accessories so swapping them helps her hold props more naturally and keeps the poses looking balanced.
The Camera Detail
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Lydia carried a camera throughout the original 1988 film, using it to photograph the Maitland ghosts before anyone else believed they existed. The figure includes both a point-and-shoot camera with a strap and an instant camera, staying true to that storytelling detail. It’s a small accessory, but it reinforces who Lydia actually is in the film rather than reducing her to just the gothic outfit.
The Ghost Photo
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Tucked among the accessories is a photo of the Maitlands as sheet ghosts, which is a callback to a specific scene in the 1988 film. Adam and Barbara Maitland, played by Alec Baldwin and Geena Davis, drape themselves in sheets in one of the film’s more comedic moments. Including that photo with the Lydia figure ties the accessory list to actual film moments that would resonate with most people who saw the film.
NECA Got There First, Sort Of
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The only major Lydia figure on the market before Sideshow’s announcement was a six-inch stylized version from NECA’s Toony Terrors line, released as a two-pack with Jenna Ortega’s Astrid from the 2024 sequel, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.” It looked cute but was cartoonish. The “Toony Terrors” line leans into an intentionally exaggerated aesthetic, so a realistic likeness was never the goal. This upcoming release is the first to treat Lydia as a serious collector’s piece.
The Hat Is Removable
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Lydia’s wide-brimmed black hat is one of the most iconic costume elements in the entire film, and Sideshow made it removable rather than fusing it to the sculpt. The boots and all-black ensemble are also constructed as separate wearable clothing. Sideshow applies the tailored clothing approach selectively across its lines, and for a character as visually specific as Lydia, the decision should make a noticeable difference.
Beetlejuice Got Two Figures, Lydia Got None
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“Sideshow Collectibles” and “Hot Toys” have both released Michael Keaton’s Beetlejuice character in 1:6 scale, making him one of the few characters from the film to get that level of collector attention. Lydia never made that list despite being central to the ghost-meets-girl storyline of the 1988 film. Interestingly, she appeared in the animated series from 1989 to 1991 and returned for the 2024 sequel, building a fanbase across multiple generations.
Shipping Won’t Happen Until Late 2026 at the Earliest
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December 2026 is the earliest this figure ships, with the window extending to March 2027. Pre-orders open in early 2026, so collectors who jump in now will have to wait several months for the figure to arrive. Premium collectibles sometimes take that long to produce, given the manufacturing, quality control, and licensing approvals involved. Seasoned collectors of pieces like this should be aware of the patience needed.
The Face on This Figure Belongs to a 15-Year-Old
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The head sculpt is modeled on Winona Ryder’s appearance in the original film, when she was around 15 during production. It captures her early portrayal of Lydia Deetz and turns it into a 10-inch sixth-scale collectible. For longtime fans of the film and Ryder’s performance, this detail adds a strong sense of authenticity to the figure.