Fozzie Bear
colmu-9 · Collectible Minifigures
The Muppets Series · 2022 - Released during the spring as part of the highly anticipated collaboration between LEGO and Disney's Muppets franchise.
Figure ID
colmu-9
Theme
Collectible Minifigures
Year Released
2022 - Released during the spring as part of the highly anticipated collaboration between LEGO and Disney's Muppets franchise.
Rarity
Uncommon. While part of a blind-bag series, Fozzie was produced in standard quantities for and is now retired, making him available only on the secondary market.
Head
Unique molded head in medium nugat. Features Fozzie's signature pink nose, large white eyes with black pupils, open mouth showing a red tongue, and an integrated small brown pork pie hat.
Torso
Medium nugat base with printed brown spots representing fur. Features a prominent white necktie with black polka dots and a printed knot.
Legs
Standard medium nugat legs with printed brown fur spots on the front and printed toes at the bottom of the feet. No side or back printing.
Accessories
Includes one yellow banana and an official black 3x4 CMF display stand. The banana is a nod to his classic vaudeville comedy routines.
Color Scheme
Primarily medium nugat (tan/orange-brown) with accents of white, black, red, pink, and dark brown.
Printing Details
High-quality pad printing. The dots on the bowtie are crisp, and the fur-spot patterning is consistent across the torso and legs. Head includes multi-colored molding and printing.
Variants
No official LEGO variants exist of this specific Fozzie Bear figure. He was only released in this single Muppets CMF series.
Condition Notes
Watch for paint rubbing on the pink nose or white eyes. The medium nugat plastic is durable, but joints can loosen with play. Check for stress marks on the hands.
Estimated Value
New (sealed bag): $8 - $12; Used Complete: $5 - $9. Values are stable as the series is relatively recent but retired.
Price (New)
$4.99 USD - Original retail price for a single blind bag in early 2022.
Compatible Sets
71033 The Muppets Collectible Minifigures (Blind Bag), 66712 The Muppets 6-pack.
Character Background
Fozzie Bear is the resident stand-up comic of The Muppets, known for his 'Wocka Wocka Wocka' catchphrase and jokes that often fall flat, usually under the scrutiny of Statler and Waldorf.
Design Notes
Features a unique head mold that captures the felt-like texture and puppet proportions of the Jim Henson original. The bowtie printing is historically accurate to the character's design.
Similar Minifigures
Kermit the Frog (colmu-1), Animal (colmu-10), Gonzo (colmu-3), and other Muppets from the same series.
Collectibility
High. As the only Fozzie Bear LEGO figure ever produced, he is essential for Muppets fans and completionist CMF collectors.
History
Part of the first-ever Muppets CMF wave, which proved highly successful due to the high level of detail and unique head molds across the entire 12-character set.
Interesting Facts
Fozzie's banana accessory is a reference to the 'Banana Sketch' frequent in vaudeville and comedy history, perfectly suiting his 'bad comedian' persona.
Display Suggestions
Display alongside Statler and Waldorf for a comedy club scene, or with the full 71033 cast in a tiered acrylic case.
Modification Potential
The head is highly specialized and difficult to use for other characters, but the fur-printed torso and legs are useful for custom animal or mascot builds.
Overall Assessment
9/10. An excellent translation of a classic character into LEGO form, featuring a top-tier unique mold and accurate printing.