and Justice League live-action movies. For Batman's 80th anniversary in 2019, several special figures were released, celebrating the history of Batman. True Moves Mattel released many 12" DC Comics figures in the True Moves line, including figures from comics, cartoons, and movies. For Batman's 80th Anniversary in 2019, a 12" True Moves 1st Appearance Batman figure was released with a comic reprint of Batman's 1st appearance in Detective Comics #27. Batman Missions Batman Missions was a kid friendly action figure line featuring several popular Batman characters in comic inspired designs. A 12" True Moves line of Batman Missions figures was also released. Dollar General / Family Dollar Mattel released cheaper versions of their basic figures from the Batman Missions line in several "dollar stores" across America, including Dollar General and Family Dollar. The figures came in a small box, did not include any accessories, and had limited articulation. Mattel Ends, McFarlane & Spin Master Begins In 2019, Mattel lost the license to produce DC Comics toys. The license was split between McFarlane Toys, which announced they would produce collector friendly action figures, and Spin Master, which announced they would produce the more kid friendly action figures. McFarlane DC Universe In January 2020, McFarlane released their first line of action figures based on DC Comics properties, including Batman and Superman. The figures stood taller than Mattel's DC Multiverse figures and features greater detail and more articulation, as well as more accessories. Spin Master In January 2020, Spin Master also released their 4" line of DC Comics and Batman action figures which came with mystery accessories. Funko Pop! Funko released many of their Pop! Vinyl collector bobbleheads and figures based on various Batman properties, including television, movie, cartoon and comic inspired versions of the Dark Knight. References Further reading Zenker, Gary (2013). Ultimate DC Comics Action Figures and Collectibles Checklist. White Lightning Publishing. External links Batman Action Figures & Dolls Database @ Batman: Yesterday, Today, & Beyond Batman Action Figures & Dolls Archive @ Legions of Gotham Batman Action Figures & Collectibles @ Hot Toys and Action Figures The Dark Knight Rises Toys Action figures Action figures DC Comics action figure lines Mattel Hasbro products 1960s toys 1970s toys 1980s toys 1990s toys 2000s toys 2010s toys