The last few weeks people have finally been realizing that video stores were a great place as the major streaming services have been ditching favorite shows and movies. People have been waxing nostalgic for Blockbuster where they could always wander the shelves on a Friday night to find something to watch over the weekend. Funko brings back the blue and yellow store with Blockbuster Rewind as part of its huge booth at the upcoming San Diego Comic-Con. They’ll be using it to show off a new line of VHS collectibles. Here’s the press release from Funko along with artist renditions of the stunning booth:
FUNKO DOUBLES THE FOOTPRINT OF ITS IMMERSIVE BOOTH, ‘FUNKOVILLE,’ AT SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON
Funko Brings the Fun Through All-New ‘Shop’ Experiences and Con Exclusives Across Funko, Funko Games, Loungefly, Mondo and More
The newest Product Line, Blockbuster Rewind, will be Available for Purchase
SEATTLE, WA (June 22, 2023) – Funko, Inc. (“Funko,” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FNKO) today announced plans for San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC), including the expansion of “Funkoville,” a massive, neighborhood-like experience that is double the 2022 footprint, including Funko, Funko Games, Loungefly, Mondo and more. Funkoville (Booth 5341) will be available for all registered SDCC attendees from July 19 through July 23.
Fans will be able to journey through the streets of “Funkoville” to discover new interactive experiences, brand storefronts and more in the “funnest city in the USA!” Fan-favorite shops, including a donut shop, bowling alley, Loungefly boutique and Mondo gas station will welcome fans and serve as the go-to destination for new and exclusive pop culture collectibles. Funko will also offer fans the coolest Con exclusives from beloved lines on-site and via Funko.com, FunkoGames.com, Loungefly.com, and Mondoshop.com.
A new addition to Funkoville, the Blockbuster Rewind video store, allows fans to time travel to the 90s and relive the nostalgic experience of visiting their neighborhood’s local video store as they browse and purchase the company’s new, innovative collectibles based on iconic films. The throwback experience showcases the first collection of the new VHS-themed collectibles in collaboration with Blockbuster.
“For 25 years, Funko has been a fan-first company,” said Brian Mariotti, Chief Executive Officer of Funko. “This is why San Diego Comic-Con is a pinnacle moment for us every year, as it provides the opportunity to create memorable moments for our fans through larger-than-life activations. With the Funkoville booth being twice as big this year, we look forward to offering an even better way for fans to immerse themselves in their favorite fandoms.”
Hosted annually as part of Funko’s SDCC experience, this year’s Fundays will have a Camp Fundays theme. Fans can enter a variety of contests, participate in exclusive giveaways, meet special guests, and get inside access to new and exciting announcements from Funko and its brands!
Fans can find out the latest about upcoming events, experiences and products from Funko by visiting Funko.com and following the brand on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok and YouTube at @OriginalFunko.
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ABOUT FUNKO
Headquartered in Everett, Washington, Funko is a leading pop culture lifestyle brand. Funko designs, sources and distributes licensed pop culture products across multiple categories, including vinyl figures, board games, action toys, plush, apparel, housewares and accessories for consumers who seek tangible ways to connect with their favorite pop culture brands and characters. Learn more at https://funko.com/, and follow us on Twitter (@OriginalFunko) and Instagram (@OriginalFunko). Loungefly™ and Stitch Shoppe™ are registered trademarks of Funko, LLC.
ABOUT FUNKO GAMES
Funko Games, home to legendary game design studio Prospero Hall, is the creator of hundreds of popular games played by millions of fans and generations of families worldwide. Since 2019, Funko Games has created nearly 200 original board game experiences – bringing favorite movies, characters, stories, and fandoms to life through gameplay. Funko Games shares Funko’s passions for pop culture, entertainment, and all things fun while embracing the ideals of invention, design, and playtesting to create tabletop classics that delight, entertain, and inspire gamers of all experience levels. For more information, visit www.funkogames.com or follow @FunkoGames on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and TikTok
ABOUT LOUNGEFLY
Loungefly™, Funko’s fan-forward lifestyle brand, is a consistent source of collectible fashion, known for innovative licensed accessories. From casual fans to major collectors, the brand provides its loyal, ever-growing community with thoughtful designs that allow them to showcase their fandom with everyday wardrobe and accessories. The brand intricately designs quality backpacks, wallets, crossbody bags, apparel and small accessories inspired by the most beloved properties and professional teams. From Disney, Hello Kitty, Harry Potter, Pokémon, Marvel, Star Wars, Peanuts and more to fan-favorite NBA, MLB and NFL teams, the brand offers wearable options for everyone. Acquired by Funko in 2017, Loungefly has since expanded with Loungefly Apparel, the company’s casual apparel line, and Stitch Shoppe™, a body-positive, high-end apparel line offering sizes XS to 4XL. Loungefly is available online and in specialty stores, boutiques and e-commerce sites worldwide. For more information, visit Loungefly.com or follow @Loungefly on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.
ABOUT MONDO
Mondo is an expanding enterprise with a passionate love of film, art, music and pop culture, best known for creating limited-edition posters, vinyl soundtracks, premium collectibles and games. Based in Austin, Texas, the team collaborates with an international network of talented artists and creators to produce the highest quality products inspired by licensed properties and original IPs. Over the last decade, Mondo has partnered with leading entertainment brands along with dozens of independent studios and filmmakers from around the world. Find out more at mondoshop.com. For more information, visit mondoshop.com or follow @MondoNews on Twitter, Instagram and @MondoTees on Facebook.
