When The Mandalorian was released in the US, Star Wars fans around the world sat with bated breath, awaiting the stateside verdict via social media. The nations of the world expected to see some reviews, maybe even a few sly stills to give a flavour of what’s heading their way when Disney+ reaches their shores. What they certainly didn’t expect was a meme, and not just any meme – an extremely wholesome and heart-meltingly cute one.
No one was ready for Baby Yoda.
The internet, in all its well-intentioned eagerness, named the little sweetheart Baby Yoda. We now know that’s a misnomer, and even though the little fellow is of the same unknown species as Yoda, their correct name is The Child. Now, as we haven’t got Disney+ here in the UK until late-March, that’s about all we know. But that hasn’t stopped The Child becoming an overnight phenomenon.
Ahead of the Disney+ UK launch, there’s been a flood of The Child merchandise announced and released by Disney. Below, we’ve gathered up a selection of what’s on offer for your perusal. A few of them aren’t out yet, but if you know anything about Disney toys, it’s best to get in and claim yours early.
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The Child Merchandise
1 of 9Star Wars The Child Talking Plush Toy with Character Sounds and Accessories
An accurate, heart-melting plush, complete with delicious amphibian and what appears to be a pot of hummus.Released 6th July.
2 of 9LEGO 75317 BrickHeadz Star Wars The Mandalorian & The Child Figures Set
Star Wars and LEGO have a very strong track record of collaboration, which is only reinforced by the introduction of The Mandalorian and his ward. You can even reposition The Child's ears for maximum effect. Released 1st August.
£28.70
3 of 9Star Wars Mandalorian and Baby Yoda T-Shirt
If you're pretty confident that you're going to be into The Mandalorian, and who isn't, then why not show it? Out now.
4 of 9Star Wars The Mandalorian Baby Yoda Song Mug
Slave to the rhythm, Baby Yoda is. Out now.
5 of 9Hasbro Star Wars: The Mandalorian The Child Animatronic Figure
The ultimate model of The Child. Hasbro's offering is programmed with more than 25 sounds and motion combinations, including a Force use pose. He'll even take a nap when you can't handle any more 'cute'. Check out the demonstration on YouTube.Released November 30th.
6 of 9Hasbro Star Wars: The Mandalorian Baby Bounties "Soup and Blanket" Mini Figures
What's better than The Child? Two of them. These miniature bounties have been given an extra injection of cute and capture what appears to be two of The Child's favourite things – napping and eating. If you'd prefer The Child passing something and asking for a hug, then Hasbro has you covered. Released 30th June.
7 of 9The Child Funko Pop
The inevitable, yet nonetheless desirable, Funko Pop. Be sure to pre-order The Mandalorian Funko too. Released May.
8 of 9Disney Store The Child Small Soft Toy
A suitably soft rendering of The Child guaranteed to withstand intense hugs and squeezes. Released 23rd March.
9 of 9Disney+
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