Judge Dredd Celebrates 50 Years with New McFarlane Toy Line Revealed at NY Comic Con The comic icon Judge Dredd is entering its 50th anniversary year in 2027, a milestone that has already been marked by events such as the UK's Day of Dredd, new story arcs, and a film debut of fellow 2000 AD hero Rogue Trooper. Adding to the celebration is a newly announced partnership between 2000 AD and McFarlane Toys that will produce a high‑quality collection of action figures and statues portraying Dredd and his compatriots. The collaboration promises detailed, adult‑targeted collectibles that will be released throughout late 2026 and early 2027, aligning with the larger anniversary campaign and expected merchandising boom for the flagship character. In a dazzling reveal at the recent New York Comic Con, creators of the long‑running British science‑fiction comic series 2000 AD announced a new partnership with McFarlane Toys that will bring a fresh line of highly detailed action figures and statues based on the grim‑dark anti‑hero Judge Dredd and his supporting cast to collectors worldwide. The collaboration, revealed in the midst of a flurry of anniversary celebrations, promises an expanded range of memorabilia that celebrates the comic's legacy while opening a new revenue stream that fans have for far too long coveted. Judge Dredd, first introduced in 1977 as a satirical dystopian law enforcer in the sprawling Mega‑City One, is set to celebrate its fiftieth anniversary in 2027.Celebrating Judge Dredd's Fifty YearsWhile the comic has celebrated milestone years with special editions, story arcs, and limited‑edition printings, the 2027 celebrations are looking to be the most comprehensive yet. In addition to the 50‑year anniversary banner, the UK's "Day of Dredd" was held on October 3, which saw a nationwide tour featuring signings and panels, further amplifying the excitement among fans.In the United States, the comic's pastiche of sharp social commentary and brutal action continues to attract new readers, and the upcoming partnership with McFarlane Toys leverages that growing audience by offering premium collectibles that match the tone of the source material. McFarlane Toys, famed for their intricately detailed figures and statues that appeal to adult collectors, is an ideal match for Judge Dredd's mature themes and explicit violence.Although production details are still pending, early announcements confirm that the line will feature a range of key characters beyond Dredd himself-including the horror‑elements Judge Death, the cyber‑punk biker Judge Anderson, rogue operative Rico, and the mysterious sky‑surfer Chopper-along with iconic enemy archetypes from the journal. The timeline suggests that the first wave of releases will roll out in late 2026, aligning with fan demand, and will reach stores in 2027, just in time for the major anniversary events.Upcoming Collectibles for 2027The new merchandise will also dovetail with other 2027 releases, such as the "Compact Crimes" collection of classic Dredd storylines and the deluxe "Fifty Years of Judge Dredd" box set, offering a complete package for collectors who want to celebrate the franchise's legacy in a tangible way.