10 Best Randy Savage Wrestling Action Figures, Ranked
Emma Powell As far as talent goes, "Macho Man" Randy Savage is arguably the most complete performer in wrestling history. He was a ring general inside the squared circle and certainly had the gift of gab on the microphone. Furthermore, Savage was the ultimate showman.
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Everything from his entrance music to his attire to the way he carried himself walking to the ring was carefully thought out. This made Savage the ideal wrestler to model an action figure after. As a result, fans have seen countless Randy Savage action figures throughout the years. While most of them are exceptional, only a select few can be considered "The cream of the crop."
10 Toy Biz Power & Beauty Randy Savage & Miss Elizabeth 2-Pack
In 1994, "Macho Man" Randy Savage jumped to WCW where he ultimately proved he had a lot left in the tank. One of the regrettable things about Savage's jump to WCW though was that there would now be a market void for great Savage action figures. In 1999 WCW finally stepped their game up and started producing great figures with their new manufacturer, Toy Biz.
Toy Biz would go on to produce some stellar Savage figures during their run. Perhaps the best Savage WCW and Toy Biz ever released was this Power & Beauty 2-Pack which also included Miss Elizabeth. The Savage figure isn't too different from Toy Biz's other attempts but this one comes with Miss Elizabeth so it's hard to top.
9 Target Exclusive Royal Rumble "Macho King" Randy Savage Mattel Elite
Unlike other stars, for Randy Savage, the "king" label wasn't exactly a launching pad since he was already high up on the WWE food chain. Savage did however fully embrace the king gimmick and took it to new heights. Surprisingly though, in all their time as WWE's official toy manufacturer, Mattel had only pumped out two "Macho King" Elites.
One was an absolute home run while the other left a lot to be desired. In 2020 though, Mattel went back to the drawing board and released arguably the best "Macho King" ever. This Target Exclusive commemorates Savage's appearance at the 1991 Royal Rumble. it came with a bandana, glasses, and a breakaway scepter. Structurally speaking, this Savage figure might top its pricey predecessor.
8 Defining Moments WrestleMania 3 Randy Savage Mattel Elite
One of the first Elite lines Mattel released for WWE was their Defining Moments line. The figures included in that line would all be legendary performers and their attires would mirror the ones they wore for some of their classic matches. "Macho Man" Randy Savage is one of a handful of performers to have two Defining Moments Elite figures.
This stunning 2017 release represents Savage during his unforgettable bout against Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat at WrestleMania 3. The figure captured Savage in all his WrestleMania glory. It came with a headband, glasses, and one of the nicest soft-goods robes Mattel has ever made.
7 LJN Randy Savage
Much like his long-time rival Hulk Hogan, "Macho Man" Randy Savage became a household name in the 80s. At the time, Hulkamania ruled the roost in professional wrestling but Macho Madness wasn't too far behind. Like Hogan, Savage would become a merchandising cash cow for WWE.
In 1986, the first-ever Randy Savage figure hit shelves. To be completely honest, this LJN figure is nothing to write home about. The LJN line wasn't cutting edge, even in the 80s. However, the line catapulted WWE action figures into the public consciousness. That, coupled with their high market value today, makes them a must-own for any serious figure collector.
6 Mattel Ultimate Edition Series 8 Randy Savage
In 2010, Mattel's Elite line became the industry standard for pro wrestling action figures. In 2019 though, that all changed when Mattel introduced their Ultimate Edition line. Those figures have a higher price point than Elites but for good reason. The Ultimate Edition figures feature a lot more articulation and are often loaded with accessories.
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In 2021, Mattel released one of their most anticipated Ultimate Edition figures, this Series 8 "Macho Man" Randy Savage. At first, the figure received some criticism for the attire. Some fans felt the attire wasn't classic enough Savage attire to be featured with such a great figure. Once collectors had the figure in hand though, all the complaints went away. The figure's accessories and articulation make it arguably one of the best Ultimate Edition figures to date.
5 Hasbro Series 1 Randy Savage
After parting ways with LJN in 1989, WWE needed a new toy manufacturer heading into the 90s. Enter Hasbro. The original LJN line may have been what kicked off the wrestling action figure craze but the WWE Hasbro line that launched in 1990 was a massive improvement.
The Hasbro figures still had limited articulation but at least they had articulation, unlike the LJNs. Though not perfect, the Hasbro line remains one of the most beloved figure lines in WWE history. Perhaps the best Hasbro ever made was this Series 1 "Macho Man" Randy Savage. It came wearing Savage's classic orange trunks, a headband, and glasses. It's simple but it has stood the test of time and remains a must-have piece for any WWE collector.
4 Defining Moments WrestleMania 7 "Macho King" Randy Savage Mattel Elite
Some pro-wrestlers never have the luck of experiencing a defining moment inside the ring. Others are lucky enough to experience that feeling one time in their career. The truly legendary performers have more than one defining moment in their careers. "Macho Man" Randy Savage was certainly a legendary performer. As such, Savage is one of only a handful of WWE performers to have multiple Defining Moments Elites.
This 2010 Defining Moments figure was actually the first Randy Savage Elite figure Mattel released. It represented Savage during his Retirement Match against The Ultimate Warrior at WrestleMania 7. The figure included a hat, glasses, and an incredible soft goods jacket. Over the years, it has become one of the most coveted Savage figures around.
3 Ringside Collectibles Exclusive nWo Randy Savage Mattel Elite
In 1996, WCW overtook WWE as the top wrestling promotion on the planet. The catalyst for this sudden surge in popularity was The nWo. The villainous stable would run roughshod through WCW's roster heading into 1997. That year, they bolstered their ranks, even more, when they added "Macho Man" Randy Savage to the group.
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Savage's run in The nWo was the inspiration for this Ringside Collectibles Exclusive Elite. Another Ringside Collectibles Exclusive Elite Savage would be released in 2019 to commemorate his time in The nWo Wolfpac. This particular Savage though is still sought after by more collectors. Although, Mattel is scheduled to be releasing a new Ultimate Edition nWo Savage soon, which will likely drive this one's value down a bit.
2 Ringside Collectibles Exclusive "Macho King" Randy Savage Mattel Elite
Over the last decade, Ringside Collectibles has established itself as the top online retailer for pro wrestling action figures. Ringside's popularity even opened the door for Mattel to release more figures that were exclusive to Ringside Collectibles. Over the years, we've seen some incredible Ringside Collectibles Exclusive figures.
This Ringside Collectibles Exclusive "Macho King" Randy Savage might just be the greatest Ringside Collectibles Exclusive figure ever. It's certainly one of the most desired and priciest. It featured Savage in his purple trunks and came with a crown, scepter, glasses, and a soft-goods robe. Any collector hoping to own this figure today must be prepared to pay a ridiculous price though.
1 SDCC Exclusive Slim Jim Randy Savage Mattel Elite
There are quite a few comic book conventions that take place throughout the year. Almost all of them feature action figures. However, there's one yearly comic book convention that trumps them all, the San Diego Comic-Con. At the 2019 SDCC, Mattel revealed a "Macho Man" Randy Savage Elite figure that will likely never be topped.
The SDCC Exclusive Slim Jim "Macho Man" Randy Savage Elite might just be the definitive Savage figure. It came in a Slim Jim style packaging and came with all the customary Savage accessories and miniature packs of Slim Jims for the figure to hold. The aftermarket value of this gem has already skyrocketed in just a few years and it's fair to imagine that it will only continue to climb.