Hot Toys Kylo Ren Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker Unboxing & Review

[@blitzwalker6370]

Always loved Kyle Ren’s design, and this figure looks great. Ignoring my thoughts on how the trilogy played out after what I considered a promising first movie, it was always hard to try and say the costume designs weren’t good. They really killed it in that department at least, so we’ve got some great products like this figure.

[@JustinsCollection]

Not here to talk about the films, just the figure, which is badass!

[@Scar-Predator]

*Kylo Ren

[@Scar-Predator]

*Kylo Ren

[@Scar-Predator]

*Kylo Ren

[@darkconcept.]

@@Scar-Predator *Kyle Ren

[@superturtle12]

I feel the new headsculpt is more regal and pensive while the previous is more tenacious and fierce

[@JustinsCollection]

True

[@MartytheRed]

Hands down the best character in the new trilogy. Both of the headsculps are amazing. There is actually an opening underneath the cape where you can shove a wire in it to make more awesome poses!

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@Just_a_gorrila_tag_player]

He’s basically the Darth Vader of the new trilogy

[@encinocervantez1358]

17:57 The tailoring on the TROS clothing really captures the Ben Swolo aesthetic

[@JustinsCollection]

Lol

[@swololikesolo1625]

Which is why I need this figure.

[@dhruvakg14]

This Kylo Ren figure looks stunning Justin! The headsculpt looks good. 👌

[@rodristrongest]

The previous one is way better. This one looked better in promo pics, sadly it has something off

[@JustinsCollection]

It does!

[@musicmanifested4558]

@@rodristrongest The headsculpt on this version is more superior when compared to the previous one.

[@Sapientiaa]

@@JustinsCollection what turntable are you using?

[@The-Story-Assassin]

The rise of Skywalker one is shorter, because his vertebrae compressed due to constantly being kicked in the butt! He is my favorite of them all too!

[@JustinsCollection]

LOL

[@SpongyBlazer]

Althought i'm not a star wars fan i think i'm in love with Kylo Ren here. Tempting VERY tempting !!!

[@JustinsCollection]

Awesome! Go for it!

[@thomasduffy1621]

I’ve been waiting for this Kylo

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@creepymarinettedupain-chen6040]

I want him

[@AfterthymeGaming]

I've been waiting for Hot Toys to release Supreme Leader Kylo Ren ever since it's been revealed. It took them time and the final product doesn't disappoint me(in my opinion).

[@JustinsCollection]

He is here!

[@Im__Gavin]

As a sequel trilogy fan, this figure is gonna probably be the centerpiece of my collection along with Rey 🔥 The figure’s body proportions look super accurate compared to the TLJ figure that appeared a bit skinny in my opinion. And the head sculpt is just as good! Just amazing.

[@JustinsCollection]

Awesome!

[@3amshenanigans204]

Finally someone who likes the sequels!

[@vengeance8298]

Yeah 7 and 9 were good movies but 8 idk it isn't that good to be honest.

[@shellpose]

The newer head sculpt is definitely better! Love how the helmet light pulsates. I’ve also never been a fan of the HT lighted sabers, which is why I’m not even batting a lash to the fact that Mando Ahsoka doesn’t come with one. 3rd party is always a better choice for that-

[@JustinsCollection]

It’s great! Yeah the sabers just don’t work

[@Alex-theez]

Im excited for my pre-order to arrive! I actually like that his tunic flares out the way it does, its reminiscent of samurais and if kylo's character is an aspiring vader then his outfit really suits his character since vaders mask is based off a samurai helmet

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@nicor2181]

So glad it is finally out, looking forward to receiving it and hope Rey will shortly follow

[@JustinsCollection]

Heck yes! It should be next I hope!

[@Chunko11]

'I know what I have to do, but I don't know if I have the strength to do it' Ben Solo

[@JustinsCollection]

I use that quote a lot haha

[@frostbite8447]

“Okay boomer” -Ben solo

[@ltm2924]

‚Do it‘ Palpatine

[@dereklopez9060]

Han Solo: You do. Ben Solo: Dad..... Han Solo: I know.

[@silvervalleystudios2486]

What a paradox. So many fans detest the sequel trilogy(myself included) but so many fans love this figure(myself included)

[@JustinsCollection]

Haha cos its badass!

[@SverreSA]

This may be the ultimate Kylo! On the fence on this, as Hot Toys will likely blast us with some banger releases tomorrow. They have already teased Bad Batch Echo. May the 4 be with you!

[@JustinsCollection]

It is!

[@en6853]

I’m hoping we finally get general kenobi

[@Linda-hf7vr]

If only Hot Toys would offer this base option for the Mandalorian line. I love that evil robe of evil. Thanks Justin

[@JustinsCollection]

Agreed haha

[@Rasgaard]

I think the sculpts/hair really fit their sepcific movie. Really cool to see Hot Toys being able to show that difference even for how subtle it is.

[@JustinsCollection]

Fair enough!

[@shinysteelsmuggler1469]

For sure. Hot Toys does really good with that.

[@JB-ou6fl]

I personally prefer the Adam Driver head sculpt of this figure compared to the TLJ version. However, both head sculpts look good in my opinion.

[@JustinsCollection]

Oh ok!

[@thefatboisupreme]

I've been waiting for this review and now it's finally here

[@JustinsCollection]

nice!

[@verndexter]

I think the portrait sculpt itself is better on the new one, but the hair and vibe of the old one is better

[@JustinsCollection]

Ok!

[@bobdylan5705]

Both sculpts are awesome IMO, just a matter of which hairstyle you prefer. Can't go wrong with Kylo. I might have to pick up that new helmet. The included neck makes it look like a neat statue type display that I could use to recreate his meditation room

[@JustinsCollection]

Totally agree with that! They’re both great!

[@darthraver]

Should've had a Sith wayfinder too, with a small light that glows the same as the helmet and he can be posed holding it like how he does in the film

[@JustinsCollection]

Agreed

[@MrCakeEatsKitKat]

Man I love your videos, I really want all of these figures that you show on this channel, well all the Star Wars ones, marvel too

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you!

[@invisibledb]

Thanks for the posing ideas. I have him holding his helmet as you have shown and it is awesome!

[@JustinsCollection]

No probs!

[@Arucard47]

Wow, the head sculpt looks so much better here than in the official promo photos. I hate look of the cape on both RoS and TLJ figures though. I just don't like the reflective texture look of the material and it looks too thick to me. TFA version still the fav for me, I still want to find an Adam Driver head for it though!

[@JustinsCollection]

It’s awesome!

[@stevieboi0185]

I just ordered a pre-owned one, I’m hoping it’s good condition and everything works properly, I bought it for $240 usd used

[@JustinsCollection]

Noice!

[@robertbeato2795]

So glad this came out this great. I appreciate for the helmet they used a fabric piece for the neck as opposed to TLJ one. The neck on TLv made it a pain to use and was too wide for the collar. At least on mine. Absolute home run with this imo. I prefer this headsculpt too Does the masked sculpt articulate at all with that electronic plug?

[@JustinsCollection]

It did! It does about the same as the other head

[@tonysanchez8269]

It’s so awesome Justin your right the sculpt

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks!

[@sagevoyage]

I'm not a huge fan of the sequels but I do think it's cool that Kylo basically wears a tabard. It's fitting because it was worn by knights and Kylo is a Knight of Ren!

[@JustinsCollection]

True!

[@AnaLucia-zk5kd]

I love the character and more the way Adam Driver plays it #maythe4thbewithyou

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@eggman903]

Kylo ren is my favourite Star Wars character so thank you so much for doing this

[@JustinsCollection]

No probs!

[@obxnice]

Agree with u on the head sculpt. Before u mentioned which u liked better when put em side by side I was thinking same thing as u. Like the newer head sculpt better. As u mentioned the hair in his face does make a huge difference for me on which I liked better. Not sure if it is the hair thing but it seems his features are little better on new one. But maybe it just seems that way with way hair was sitting in the video. But I do agree with you on the sculpt

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@Mikefig08]

sick looking figure! can't wait to have mine in hand.

[@JustinsCollection]

Epic!

[@simplystarwars1893]

How do you decide whether to choose the masked or unmasked head sculpt in the display?

[@JustinsCollection]

I went with helmet, but it was a hard choice!

[@MarquezDaniel]

It's hard to decide which figure I like better overall but the new head sculpt looks way better in my opinion.

[@JustinsCollection]

Fair enough!

[@DaHammerOfGod]

Thanks for this review. I was on the fence due to the head sculpt but you just flipped me over to the dark side! Wondering if you think it's possible to put the head sculpt on the Force Awakens figure?

[@JustinsCollection]

Haha nice! It’s not possible

[@carrieorgana80]

Justin, are you using new lights? Because the light in this video it's fantastic as the figure! Great review!

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks Marry! I’ve recently upgraded yes!

[@solidsnakeeey3776]

More... More!!!... MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@JustinsCollection]

Yes lol

[@B_Real.]

Man I love the box art not to even mention the figure!

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@spinnenpfotedonnerclan5318]

Thanks a lot for this review! Yours are always very in-depth and honest! Gotta say that even if it's really similar to the TLJ version I'll try to pick this one up as well as I'm just such a big fan of Kylo. Both the sculpt *and* the proportions kinda look better on the TROS one but I can't excactly put my finger on why that is - so it's worth picking up as a 2nd or 3rd Kylo Ren. The light up helmet looks really cool but I agree with the lightsaber not being the best. If it wasn't so weak in lighting and difficult to put on I'd like and use it a lot more. (Man, I wish the TFA one came with a head sculpt as well...) Also, thanks for keeping your opinions neutral on the movie and calling people out to not jump on the Sequels hate-train, I appreciate that as a fan of the ST.

[@JustinsCollection]

Yes we gotta respect everyone’s opinions for sure!

[@gp873]

Excited for this one and Rey!

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@PondaBaba83]

Just wanted to say I love your unboxing videos Justin! I even watch videos of figures I already own as your presentation is immaculate :D

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks man!

[@pmak3128]

Great review! By the way I loved the #BenSwolo reference 😂✅

[@JustinsCollection]

LOL

[@dekerstenman9008]

I will definitely get this one, it’s so cool. I would have liked it if he had the sith wayfinder as an accessory though.

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice! Agreed!

[@nightshimmer529]

I just bought this ine and noticed straight away that the head sculpt on the box isn't the same as the sculpt on the figure

[@JustinsCollection]

Yep its the prototype

[@Itz_Johnny_G]

Oooh this is exactly what I want

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@scottbradley6668]

Great review Justin! Definitely prefer this version of Kylo and love the new helmet design. I hope they release Rey soon as well.

[@JustinsCollection]

Fair enough!

[@acresofsound3020]

Its a really good figure actually. Great review.

[@JustinsCollection]

He is!

[@jackmanning1117]

I love the Episode VII design and that’s the figure I have, but this one looks amazing too.

[@JustinsCollection]

Fair enough!

[@stevieboi0185]

I have a question Justin, so you can take the blades out of the hilt, right? And can you clip just the hilt onto the belt?

[@JustinsCollection]

Yep!

[@artistkillah4176]

And one last thing, I'm your biggest fan

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks!

[@EthanDarling]

I absolutely hated how he didn't wear the helmet during the fight on the Death Star ruins, I feel like it couldve helped the literal transition from Kylo back to Ben. Sick figure though

[@JustinsCollection]

Fair call!

[@ras2010able]

This Kylo figure looks awesome. I will be getting mines from Sideshow.

[@JustinsCollection]

He does!

[@helisoma]

I still prefer the Force Awakens one, it's just in my opinion a more complete dark lord look, plus i'm biases because i have a screen accurate life size version 😄

[@JustinsCollection]

Ok!

[@donaldheisler4322]

Can the "Rise" helmet be swapped out for the Force Awakens helmet?

[@JustinsCollection]

Not sure on that one

[@BXDRAGONX1]

Another great review.

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks!

[@connoreagle6843]

This is a really nice figure. I do personally prefer his TFA appearance, but this one’s likeness is a bit more there.

[@JustinsCollection]

Fair call

[@johnlungo8080]

Hey Justin - absolutely love your reviews and always come to them. I'm hoping you can answer this - did you ever find a way (type of batteries, I guess?) to keep his Helmet lit up for long periods at a time? All the batteries I find last about 10 minutes before dying. Appreciate any advice.

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you! No I didn’t unfortunately

[@ashakunder2931]

You always bring amazing action figures.

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks!

[@lynnpachano9847]

WOW 🤩 awesome 😎 figure! Agree - cool 👍🏻 head sculpt! I can’t wait to get him!! Nice 👍🏻 review bro 🤙🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks Lynn!

[@shellpose]

21:46 I’m assuming you mean released to date because that upcoming Mando Boba Fett unmasked head sculpt is 100% perfect. 😄 That one will be the new bar for Star Wars head sculpts IMO

[@JustinsCollection]

Yes agreed!

[@C-O-U-N-T-R-YY]

I WANT THE KYLO REN ACTION FIGURE! HE LOOKS SO COOL! Also, I prefer the new one!😁😁😁

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@gabe2472]

I'm not a huge fan of the sequels, but I do like Kylo. I think ill have to get this figure

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@NightWatch0997]

Man, just a heads up. If you're still looking for revoltech amazing yamaguchi deku, they just released a pre order for the re-issue.

[@JustinsCollection]

Yep I got it from BBTS

[@evilblood24]

Look's fantastic. Thank's for unboxing 😎👍

[@JustinsCollection]

No worries!

[@BrowncoatAllywang]

I've never been a big fan of the TLJ headsculpt, I don't particularly think the likeness is there. The new one is flawless. Also I think the flared out bottoms of the tunic are accurate to the movies. I'm not a fan of Ep 9 so I'm glad that the cape is removable so this figure can double as an Ep 8 figure. Hopefully the final version of the Rey figure receives as much of a headsculpt glow-up from the prototype as this one did.

[@JustinsCollection]

It totally is! I love it!

[@darthrizzen9349]

Headsculpts: both are excellent and very comparable. It just boils down to hair style preference IMHO, classy e9 vs. frantic, unkempt e8. I just don't get the helmet light up. It glowed during the short repair scene and that's about it, IIRC. As for overall figure, I'm still partial to the layered, mysterious E7 look. The E8 and E9 looks are a bit too plain for my taste.

[@JustinsCollection]

Yep agreed

[@diapchick]

Where is Ben Swolo mod for this figure? )

[@JustinsCollection]

LOL

[@claytonvanevery6601]

I think a really cool look for this kylo ren would be the Force Awakens robes with the Rise of Skywalker cape and helmet

[@JustinsCollection]

Could be!

[@claytonvanevery6601]

@@JustinsCollection is the reforged helmet compatible on the force awakens kylo body?

[@evanmosher4070]

Are the belt and the tunic removable? Is there a way to make it look anything like Ben did when he was redeemed and using Anakin’s saber against the Knights of Ren?

[@JustinsCollection]

I guess you could find a way

[@taysnider6699]

I need this in my life 😩

[@JustinsCollection]

Get it!

[@MM-cu9kd]

Another great review thanks Justin am getting this INE I wasn’t planning on getting this cause of the movie but this figure looks great

[@JustinsCollection]

Thanks!

[@alexhalpinx]

Justin if you had two pick two Kylo Ren figures what would they be?

[@JustinsCollection]

Maybe TFA and ROS

[@Winchestered67]

I have him on pre-order and can't wait!!

[@JustinsCollection]

Epic!

[@joseg.hernandez471]

I still have my TFA Rey sitting alone in the detolf. Should I pick up this Kylo Justin? 🤔

[@JustinsCollection]

If you want it then yes!

[@SuperiorAmericanGuy]

My god Kylo Rens cape is huge as grievous’s cape!

[@JustinsCollection]

Haha not quite

[@SuperiorAmericanGuy]

Well who would want to play as grievous in battlefront 2? Nobody due to grievous throws off his cape all the time and runs away like a coward unlike Kylo Ren.

[@DrDetfink]

On the cusp of May the 4th...Justin is (to quote the Road Warrior), "the Ayatollah of Rock'n'Rolla" when it comes to Hot Toy reviews. I prepaid my order months ago. I cannot wait to get my hands on this figure. The glowing helmet with 2 lighting options is the coupe de grace of excellence. Any news if Hot Toys fixed that awful Daisy Ridley head sculpt (looks more like Evangeline Lilly) for the Rey, Rise of Skywalker hite Jedi 1/6th scale figure?

[@JustinsCollection]

No news but I personally didn’t hate that Rey sculpt! We shall see when it drops!

[@therealcolin6579]

Hey man big fan just wondering if you would recommend the Spiderman noir Because it looks awesome but I was wondering how long shipping takes from toys wonderland they’re the only people I can find it from

[@JustinsCollection]

Sure if that’s something you want! No idea because we both live in different countries!

[@rodristrongest]

16:11 there you can see how superior the old version is not only in proportions and outfit, also in headsculpt. Thanks for the review.

[@JustinsCollection]

I don’t see it sorry

[@aaronmercado8630]

It needs a melted Vader helmet and the alter Kyle Ren has it on. That would be a great accessory.

[@JustinsCollection]

It does!

[@Wolf40013]

Hello, I would like to know what material the cape is made of? I would like to acquire this figure, but I don't know if the cape is made of leather, and because of what I have looked for this material requires special care and I would like to avoid figures with leather as I don't think I can take care of them properly.

[@JustinsCollection]

No idea definitely not leather

[@rhomker]

"Get off the da*n fence", I liked that one🙂 Awesome review Justin. At first glance seeing the headsculpts side by side during your review, I thought the previous version looks better. But I have to see the new one on hand to make my final judgement. I do like the longer robe though. Kylo looks more menacing in it. That's what I think at least. Like you said, art is subjective. Thank you for this review. Keep them coming.

[@JustinsCollection]

Haha thanks! Yes you need to see it in hand!

[@thefourthchairman4151]

Both heads represent Kylo's state of minds in each movie... In simple words the previous one is very much Kylo Ren, while the new one is already Ben Solo-esque

[@JustinsCollection]

True!

[@disneyknightspadilla1406]

I hope they make action figures of Finn which comes with Gun Blaster Lightsaber Stormtrooper helmet

[@JustinsCollection]

Would be cool

[@disneyknightspadilla1406]

@@JustinsCollection I know I still admire him

[@richnield1458]

Looks amazing! Great review man!

[@JustinsCollection]

Thank you!

[@The_Annihilater]

Yeah this version is definitely the superior one in terms of the Adam Driver headsculpt

[@JustinsCollection]

100%

[@isaiahvilla6691]

I really gotta say as a big fan of kylo ren this is a really great figure And tottaly my down if hot toys does all of The knights of ren

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@phantomsidious2934]

Very cool figure, be nice if hot toys made the knights of ren ( although I'm guessing that won't happen ) The fact we don't have a Emperor from Rise of Skywalker is crazy, he's lacking in every form of merchandise, its baffling

[@JustinsCollection]

Would have been nice!

[@rockybalboa7541]

Dang now I’m kind of worried about the plastic sections on the arms creasing or sticking to each other. Should I be worried since you didn’t have any issues on your TLJ Kylo? Great video btw best reviewer in the game!

[@JustinsCollection]

If no issues on TLJ shouldn’t be an issue here unless you’re in a very hot climate

[@jonoeschger1552]

Beautiful. Wish we had some Knights of Ren as well.

[@JustinsCollection]

Agreed!

[@martinlb4541]

You always get to buy and review the best hot toys 1st😱🙌🏻😁😭👽👍

[@JustinsCollection]

Yep!

[@reidbrown7422]

I collect 1/6 but only dragon Action figure ww2, but I love Kylo ren and this might be first over $150 figure I get

[@JustinsCollection]

Nice!

[@robincmiwiw6454]

What does ur favorite Kylo ? TLJ version or ROS ? Omg this looks also good.. after buy Rey, i can’t wait for her mate 💵💵💵💵

[@JustinsCollection]

ROS for me

[@tannerschannel1809]

Good review. Which Kylo Ren outfit do you like best and how did you feel about Rise of Skywalker? I liked Kylo’s outfit in Force Awakens and I thought Rise of Skywalker was better than The Last Jedi

[@JustinsCollection]

I like the Last Jedi one best!

[@brycewinton5618]

That thumbnail makes my brain tingly and numb in all the wrong ways

[@JustinsCollection]

LOL

[@UnstoppableLazyMango]

I am gonna buy this kylo ren figure 🎉🎉🎉😅😅😅

[@JustinsCollection]

Cool!

[@UnstoppableLazyMango]

@@JustinsCollection is it worth it

[@williamzhan6772]

If I remember correctly, the force awakens lightsaber are much more brighter, and it's not because of the LEDs but the material of the blade itself.

[@JustinsCollection]

Interesting

[@williamzhan6772]

@@JustinsCollection Looks like force awakens blade is less transparent so that more lights will be kept inside (like lamp shades) Especially when comparing the side blades the difference is very obvious.

[@chrisp...chicken1038]

Imagine a Darth revan figure. Now with the game remake we should get more figures

[@JustinsCollection]

That would be dope!

[@dantemaycry89]

Hi. I really need this and I'm in the UK. Where is the best place to buy it?

[@JustinsCollection]

Not sure, I got mine from the link in the description