Buzz Lightyear (Large Figurine / Lightyear Movie Style)
dis039 · Disney
Lightyear · 2022
Figure ID
dis039
Theme
Disney
Year Released
2022
Rarity
Common
Head
Molded purple hood with printed serious expression, blue eyes, and black eyebrows
Torso
Custom large molded white torso with green chest plate, red and blue buttons, and integrated neck bracket holding the transparent bubble helmet
Legs
Custom large molded white legs with green printed armor details and molded boot covers
Accessories
Integrated transparent bubble helmet attached to the molded neck and chest piece
Color Scheme
White, green, purple, red, and blue accents
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing on a specialized larger figure mold representing the realistic Lightyear film design
Variants
Standard Lightyear movie variant as opposed to the classic Toy Story blocky minifigure version
Condition Notes
Check for scratches on the transparent bubble helmet and wear on the green paint printed on the white plastic parts
Estimated Value
5 to 10 USD depending on complete condition
Price (New)
Distributed in sets ranging from 20 to 50 USD
Compatible Sets
76830 Zyclops Chase, 76831 Zurg Battle, 76832 XL-15 Spaceship
Character Background
Buzz Lightyear from the 2022 Pixar animated sci-fi film Lightyear, depicting the in-universe human Space Ranger who inspired the toy
Design Notes
Uses specialized non-standard large mold pieces instead of traditional minifigure parts to accurately reflect the cinematic proportions of the character
Similar Minifigures
Classic Toy Story Buzz Lightyear minifigures from 2010 and 2019 waves
Collectibility
Moderate demand among Disney and Pixar fans, though less sought after than classic Toy Story variants
History
Released alongside the theatrical release of the Lightyear spin-off film in 2022, marking a shift towards more detailed character figures in the Disney theme
Interesting Facts
Unlike the original 1995 Toy Story Buzz Lightyear who is a toy, this version represents the 'real' space ranger hero from the movie within the movie
Display Suggestions
Display alongside other Lightyear sets like the XL-15 Spaceship under gentle studio lighting to prevent helmet scratches
Modification Potential
Low modification potential due to specialized proprietary mold pieces that are not compatible with standard minifigure parts
Overall Assessment
A well-designed specialized figurine capturing the sleek aesthetic of the 2022 film, ideal for Pixar and space-themed collections