Decoding 11 19 Funko Pop, Bluey, and Other Collector Mysteries

I got an email the other day. It was short. The subject line was "Question" and the body just said: "11 19 funko pop".

No "hello," no "please," just the number.

And the funny thing is, I knew exactly what they were talking about. This is the world we live in as collectors. It's a language of numbers, release dates, and cryptic store-exclusive stickers. While my heart is usually with the expressive, emotional world of CRYBABY figures, my shop, PopNya, gets me deep into the weeds of every corner of the designer toy universe. And right now, the weeds are full of Funko questions.

If you've ever typed a weird string of numbers or a date into Google hoping to find a specific vinyl figure, this is for you. This is your decoder ring.

The Number Game: When Pops Are Just a Code

Let's start with that email. The infamous 11 19 funko pop.

This refers to Pop! Animation: WALL-E - Charging WALL-E, which is #1119 in the Pop! Animation line. It's a "Specialty Series" release. Now, if you're new to this, "Specialty Series" is Funko's way of supporting small, independent shops like mine. You won't find these at Target or Walmart. They're meant for the comic book stores and dedicated collectible shops that have been the backbone of this hobby for years.

Real Talk: Is Charging WALL-E #1119 worth the hunt? Honestly, yes. It's a fantastic sculpt. The little solar panel charging pose is way more dynamic than the standard common WALL-E. When it was first released, the price was a reasonable $15-$20. But I've been watching the secondary market. As of writing, prices are starting to creep towards $35-$40, especially for a mint box. Why? Because Specialty Series has a weirdly low print run compared to a common, but not as hyped as a convention exclusive. It hits a sweet spot for scarcity. It's a great example of a Pop that quietly becomes valuable over time.

Now, what about a query like funko pop 92? This is where things get messy, and it's the number one rookie mistake I see.

Funko reuses numbers across their different lines. So, #92 could be:

* ...and probably a dozen others.

If you're searching for a Pop by its number, you have to include the line (e.g., "Pop! Television," "Pop! Movies," "Pop! Animation"). Otherwise, you're just shouting into the void. It's a fundamental piece of information that so many guides skip, but it's the difference between finding your grail and ending up on a wild goose chase. It's a core concept that's just as true for Funko as it is for any other collectible line; knowing the landscape is half the battle, which is something I talk about a lot in my unfiltered guide to collecting urban vinyl art toys.

Then you get the real head-scratchers, like 0125 funko pop. I've seen this search pop up in my analytics and I'll be honest, it stumped me for a bit. There isn't a mainstream Pop! With the number "0125" on the front. My gut tells me this is one of two things: a typo for a different number (like #125 or #1025), or someone is looking at a number on the bottom of the box, which is usually a production stamp, not the collector number.

If you're in this situation, here's the collector's playbook: 1. Check for typos. Are you looking for #125 (maybe All Might from MHA) or #1025 (like the awesome Kakashi Anbu from Naruto)? 2. Broaden your search. Instead of the number, search for the character and "Funko Pop." 3. Look at the front of the box. The official number is always in the top right corner of the box window. Don't get confused by UPCs or production codes on the bottom.

This kind of detective work is a huge part of the hobby. It's not just about buying, it's about the hunt and the knowledge you gain along the way.

The Hype Train: All Aboard for Bluey and Bluelock

Okay, let's talk about the big one. The one that has flooded my DMs for the past month. Funko Pop Bluey.

For real life?!

Yes, for real life. Funko finally announced a line of bluey pop vinyl figures, and the internet collectively lost its mind. The initial wave looks to include Bluey, Bingo, and a flocked (fuzzy) version of Bluey as an exclusive. The announcement came in June 2024, with an expected release window of July/August.

Our Take: This release is going to be chaos. Pure, unadulterated chaos. Bluey is a four-quadrant hit, kids love it, parents love it, and child-free millennials are obsessed with it. This isn't just a toy release; it's a cultural event.

Here's my prediction as a seller: The common Bluey and Bingo will be everywhere for the first few weeks. Funko knows this is a hit and they will produce a ton of them. Do not pay reseller prices for the commons. Just wait. They will be on shelves. The one to watch is the flocked exclusive. Flocked versions of beloved animal characters always do well, and the demand for this one will be through the roof. I saw pre-orders for the flocked version sell out in under five minutes on some sites. If you see it for retail, grab it. I expect its secondary market value to easily double or triple within the first month, before eventually settling down as more stock trickles out. This is a classic scenario where a solid collector's playbook for buying Pop figures comes in handy.

Now, on the other side of the hype coin, you have searches for bluelock funko. Blue Lock is the hottest sports anime on the planet right now, and collectors are desperate for Pops of Isagi, Bachira, and Nagi.

So, where are they?

They don't exist. Yet.

This is a perfect example of fan demand outpacing the corporate machine. Licensing for a huge Japanese property like Blue Lock is a complex, multi-layered process that involves approvals from the manga publisher (Kodansha), the anime production committee, and more. Funko can't just decide to make them tomorrow.

But the sheer volume of people searching for "bluelock funko" is a massive signal.I would be absolutely shocked if a Blue Lock Funko Pop line isn't announced within the next 12 months, probably timed with the release of the movie or Season 2 in the West. For now, the only Blue Lock figures you'll find are custom creations on Etsy. Some are amazing, but remember, they're not official and won't have the same long-term collectibility.

The Calendar Conundrum: What's a Release Date, Anyway?

This brings us to the final piece of the puzzle: dates. I see searches like july 20th funko pop, july 28 funko pop, and march 12 funko pop.

People are looking for a simple calendar. A nice, clean list of what's coming out and when. I'm sorry to be the one to tell you this: no such thing exists.

Funko's release schedule is a controlled chaotic mess spread across four main channels: 1. Retailer Exclusives: A store like Hot Topic or BoxLunch gets an exclusive and drops it whenever they want, sometimes with only a day's notice. 2. Funko Shop Exclusives: These drop on Funko's own website, usually on Wednesdays, but sometimes on other days just to keep us on our toes. 3. Convention Exclusives: Timed to major events like San Diego Comic-Con or New York Comic-Con. Some are only available at the con, while others are "shared exclusives" available at specific retailers on the same day. 4. General Releases (Commons): These are shipped to distributors and stores, and the "release date" is more of a suggestion. They show up when they show up.

The Bluey Pops, for example, were announced with a "July" window. That means some stores might get them on July 5th, others on july 28 funko pop. There's no single day. The best way to track this is to follow specific retailers' social media accounts and sign up for their newsletters.

Then you have seasonal events. A search for fall funko pop is almost certainly about Funkoween (their big Halloween event) or the Fall Convention (which replaced NYCC's official branding for a while). These events are where Funko drops dozens of new horror-themed or con-exclusive Pops. The key is to watch Funko's official blog and social channels in the months leading up to October for the announcements.

Trying to understand the "why" behind what makes a toy a collectible can be a journey in itself, and it goes far beyond just the big head style of Funko. If you're curious about the broader world of these figures, it's worth exploring what Pop toys are beyond the surface.

This whole system can seem frustrating, but it's also part of the game. The thrill of the hunt isn't just about finding the toy itself; it's about successfully navigating the maze of information to be in the right place at the right time.

It's a different kind of thrill than, say, opening a blind box from the latest CRYBABY collection, hoping to feel the weight of a secret figure inside. One is a game of logistics and information; the other is a game of chance and intuition. Both are valid, and both are what make this hobby so addictive.

So the next time you see a weird number or a random date attached to "Funko Pop," don't get discouraged. Just remember you're not just looking for a toy; you're deciphering a code. And now, you've got the decoder ring.

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