Filmmaker Taika Waititi's likeness immortalised in Pop! Vinyl action figurine

Filmmaker Taika Waititi's likeness immortalised in Pop! Vinyl action figurine
Photo credit: Funko, Twitter

Pop culture collectible manufacturers Funko have announced a line of exclusive Marvel figurines - and our very own Taika Waititi is one of them.

The Kiwi filmmaker has been turned into one of the famously popular Pop! Vinyl figures, in a line-up that includes Thor, Deadpool and Captain America.

Funko called Waititi an "iconic director" in their announcement.

"Our latest Director Pop! is the incomparable Taika Waititi, who directed Marvel Studios' Thor: Ragnarok and whose outfit is covered in pineapple print!"

The new range is part of a 'con exclusive' release for the entertainment convention San Diego Comic-Con 2018.

The Hunt For The Wilderpeople director arrived at last year's event dressed in a pineapple-printed ensemble which caused quite a stir, so it's no wonder his vinyl figure is wearing the same thing.

Taika's character Korg from Thor: Ragnarok was released as a Pop! Vinyl figure last year, which he called "the greatest toy in existence."

However, this is the first time Taika's had his own likeness immortalised in plastic for fans to purchase.

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