Best NECA Action Figures of 2026: The Collector's Guide

NECA — the National Entertainment Collectibles Association — makes some of the best action figures on the market. That's not an opinion, it's the consensus of the collector community after more than 25 years of releases. Their 7-inch Ultimate figures set the benchmark for licensed collectibles: movie-accurate sculpts, deep accessory packs, and price points that don't require a second mortgage.

But with hundreds of figures released every year across horror, sci-fi, classic TV, and cult film properties, knowing which NECA figures are worth adding to your collection in 2026 is the real question. This guide covers the best NECA action figures available right now — broken down by category — all in stock or available to pre-order at Not Just Toyz.

Best NECA horror action figures

Horror is where NECA built its reputation, and it's where they continue to do their best work. If you collect in one category, make it this one.

NECA Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Ultimate "Matador" Beetlejuice & Sandworm 2-Pack

Timed to the 2024 sequel, this two-pack is one of NECA's most visually striking releases in years. The Matador suit Beetlejuice is packed with accessories and the Sandworm is a genuinely impressive piece of sculpting. If you missed it at release, this 2-pack is in stock now at Not Just Toyz.

NECA Alien: Romulus Deluxe Suspended Lab Xenomorph XX121

The Alien: Romulus Xenomorph is one of the most dynamic NECA releases of the past year. The suspended lab pose is unique in their catalog — most Xenomorphs stand upright, but this figure is built for dramatic display on a shelf or in a diorama setup. In stock and ready to ship.

NECA The Howling Ultimate Werewolf

Classic 1981 horror meets NECA's current sculpting standards. The Howling werewolf is the kind of figure that stops people mid-scroll — the transformation detail is remarkable. It's a grail piece for fans of practical-effects horror and a standout on any horror shelf. Shop our full horror collection for current availability.

NECA An American Werewolf in London Jack and David 7-Inch Scale 2-Pack

John Landis's 1981 horror-comedy classic gets the Ultimate treatment with this two-pack featuring both David Kessler and Jack Goodman — the two friends whose ill-fated hike on the Yorkshire Moors kicks off one of horror's greatest transformation sequences. These are the kind of character-driven figures NECA does best: deeply specific to the source material, packed with accessories, and instantly recognizable to fans who know the film. Check availability in our horror collection.

Best NECA Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles figures

TMNT is NECA's most expansive line outside of horror, and they keep finding fresh angles — Mirage Comics, The Last Ronin, the Universal Monsters crossover, and now upcoming releases from TMNT II: The Secret of the Ooze.

NECA Universal Monsters x TMNT Ultimate Shredder as Dracula

The Universal Monsters x TMNT crossover line is one of the most creative things NECA has done in years. Shredder dressed as Dracula sounds absurd until you see the figure — then it makes perfect sense. This is the kind of release that becomes an instant conversation piece on any shelf. Browse all TMNT figures at Not Just Toyz.

NECA TMNT The Last Ronin Ultimate Foot Bot

The Last Ronin comic has been a revelation for long-time TMNT fans, and NECA's figures from the line are equally impressive. The Foot Bot is a villain-side addition that's perfect for building out a display alongside the Last Ronin Turtle figures. Highly articulated and loaded with accessories as you'd expect from NECA's Ultimate line.

Coming in 2026: TMNT II The Secret of the Ooze figures

NECA announced Professor Perry and Ultimate Shredder figures from TMNT II: The Secret of the Ooze at Toy Fair 2026. These are pre-orderable now and among the most anticipated TMNT releases of the year. Check our pre-orders page for the latest availability.

Best NECA Ben Cooper Costume Kids figures

The Ben Cooper Costume Kids Collection is one of NECA's most original ongoing lines — figures designed to look like kids in Halloween costumes, based on the licensed Ben Cooper mask-and-costume sets that were a staple of trick-or-treating from the 1950s through the 1980s. The latest wave brings that retro nostalgia to the TMNT villain roster, and every figure in the wave is currently in stock.

NECA Ben Cooper TMNT Shredder, Rocksteady, Bebop, Leonardo & Michelangelo Clothed Figures

The current TMNT wave of the Ben Cooper Costume Kids Collection is the most villain-heavy yet — Shredder, Rocksteady, and Bebop join Leonardo and Michelangelo, all in the iconic trick-or-treat costume kid format. At $22.99 each these are among NECA's most accessible figures and make an excellent entry point for collectors new to the line. They also display brilliantly together as a set. Shop the full Ben Cooper Costume Kids Collection at Not Just Toyz.

Best NECA clothed figures coming in 2026 (pre-order now)

NECA's clothed 8-inch line — tailored soft goods clothing on a fully articulated body, styled after the Mego figures of the 1970s — is producing some of their most-anticipated releases of 2026. None of these are in stock yet, but they're available to pre-order now and will sell out fast when they ship.

NECA Batman (1989 Film), Batman Returns Catwoman & The Penguin 8-Inch Clothed Figures

Tim Burton's two Batman films are getting the full clothed figure treatment in 2026. Michael Keaton's Batman, Michelle Pfeiffer's Catwoman, and Danny DeVito's Penguin — three of the most requested NECA figures in years — are all available to pre-order now at $44.99 each. These will move fast once they ship. Reserve yours on our pre-orders page.

What's coming from NECA in 2026

NECA had a strong showing at Toy Fair 2026 and has several major releases lined up throughout the year. Key announced figures include new Jason Voorhees figures (Jason Takes Manhattan, Jason Goes to Hell), a new Ultimate Ghostface with interchangeable masks including the Scary Movie spoof version, a Terrifier 2 Art the Clown and Little Pale Girl 2-pack, Predator: Badlands figures, a Dead by Daylight figure, DuckTales Ultimates Series 1, and NECA's first Muppets Ultimate figures. 2026 SDCC exclusives — including a glow-in-the-dark Mummy Ben Cooper figure and a retro Batman clothed figure — went on pre-sale today.

See all current NECA pre-orders at Not Just Toyz — we update the page as new announcements are confirmed.

Where to buy NECA action figures

NECA figures sell through authorized retailers and NECA's own online store. The advantage of buying through a specialty retailer like Not Just Toyz is selection depth — we maintain in-stock inventory across NECA's full catalog, not just current wave figures, and we list pre-orders as soon as they're announced so you can secure allocation before stock runs out.

In-stock NECA figures at Not Just Toyz ship within one business day. Pre-orders are charged at time of purchase and ship as soon as inventory arrives from NECA.

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