DC collectors, mark your calendars! The next major era of adult collector figures has an official kickoff date. The highly anticipated Mattel DC Collector Line is set to arrive on January 1, 2027, kicking off a brand-new chapter for Gotham City heroes, Justice League icons, and legendary villains across the DC Universe.

Pre-orders and product drops for the premium collector lineup will officially begin on or around New Year’s Day 2027, exclusively launching through Mattel Creations.

First Look Coming to NYCC 2026

While the line won’t officially go on sale until the start of 2027, action figure fans won’t have to wait until next year to see what Mattel has cooked up. Mattel will host an exclusive sneak peek of the Mattel DC Collector Line at New York Comic Con (NYCC) 2026.

Attending fans and online followers can expect show floor reveals, prototype displays, and panel breakdowns highlighting sculpt details, scale, articulation schemes, and more before preorders open online.

What to Expect from Mattel Creations

Following Mattel’s mid-2026 rollout of kid-focused play lines, this January 1st launch represents the company’s dedicated, high-end adult collector flagship line. Taking full advantage of the Mattel Creations platform, what can collectors plan to anticipate?

• Premium Sculpting & Articulation: Advanced pinless joint architecture, intricate suit detailing, and tailored fabric soft-goods elements.
• Collector-Grade Accessories: Character-specific weapons, alternate head sculpts, swappable hands, and display bases.
• AND MORE!

The Transition Period for DC Action Figures

This debut marks the end of an era, and the begining of a new one in the DC toy world. With McFarlane’s license arrangements wrapping up at the end of 2026, Mattel’s New Year’s Day drop signifies the official changing of the guard for adult 6.5-inch scale figures.

Stay tuned to DCCollectors.com as we cover every reveal live from NYCC 2026 leading up to the massive January 1, 2027 launch on Mattel Creations!