Mulan (Warrior) (Live Action)

The Mulan (Warrior) Pop! figure, numbered 637 within the Disney series, was released by Funko to coincide with the 2020 live-action reimagining of the 1998 animated classic. The design draws directly from the costume worn by Liu Yifei during the film's climactic battle sequences, specifically capturing the character in her traditional military armor with her hair pulled back. This figure serves as a transition in Funko’s catalog, moving away from the stylized proportions of the original animated Mulan figures to reflect the more grounded, realistic aesthetic established by director Niki Caro.

Funko’s design team utilized their standard vinyl aesthetic to interpret the complex layers and muted, realistic color palette of the live-action costume. The choice to feature Mulan with her sword drawn emphasizes the character's role as a warrior rather than a courtly figure. While the live-action film saw a complex release strategy due to the global pandemic, the associated merchandise line, including this figure, remained a staple for collectors focused on Disney’s contemporary cinematic interpretations of their classic properties.