Ranking the Batman The Animated Series Action Figure Line

Batman: The Animated Series. Just saying the name evokes a certain feeling, doesn’t it? For years, this show has been lauded, analyzed, and deeply loved. Its impact is undeniable, and frankly, it needs no further introduction. We all know BTAS.

Tackling the classic Kenner action figure line associated with this iconic series felt like a monumental task. However, revisiting these pieces turned out to be incredibly fun. This line holds a special place for many collectors, featuring some truly memorable designs alongside some… interesting choices. Whether you’re searching for details on a specific Batman The Animated Series Batman Figure or curious about the villains and vehicles, this ranking covers the highlights and low points. So, let’s dive into the world of these animated series toys.

Vehicles and Playsets

Ranking these wasn’t easy, as even the lower-ranked items have their charm. This list essentially goes from “pretty good” to “absolutely essential.”

14. Ice Hammer: It’s a vehicle for Mr. Freeze, and it looks the part. While perfectly acceptable, it doesn’t quite capture the imagination like some others on this list. Still, a solid addition to any collection.

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13. Electronic Crime Stalker: The name alone is peak 90s toy marketing. It’s functional, but perhaps not the most visually striking vehicle.
14. B.A.T.V.: Great acronym (Batman All-Terrain Vehicle?). Like several vehicles here, it feels like it could belong to another robust 80s/90s toy line. It’s cool, though, and you wish it had made an appearance in the show.
15. Hoverbat: A bit busy for a hovercraft concept, but the box art sells it. Batman looks mildly inconvenienced, while Two-Face is furious – pure gold.
16. Bruce Wayne Street Jet: Is this the same mold as the Batman Returns Bruce Wayne Custom Coupe? Hard to say for sure, but it’s remarkably similar. Bruce needs his civilian transport, and the yellow shirt figure inclusion is a nice touch (though more mustard-colored would be perfect).

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9. Hydro Bat: A neat, compact water vehicle. The best part? The packaging art depicts Batman seemingly barely hanging on, adding unintentional humor.

10. Bat-Signal Jet: Does Batman need a jet with a Bat-Signal? Probably not. Is it a fun toy concept? Absolutely. Blinding criminals with a giant spotlight from a mini-jet sounds like a blast.

11. Aero Bat: Simple, compact, and wonderfully designed to resemble a giant Batman face with the painted eyes on the windshield. Delightful.

12. Batcave Command Central: Playsets can be tricky, but this one delivers. It offers multiple play areas (Wayne Manor facade, Batcave, Batmobile exit) and seems designed to fold up conveniently. A definite winner.

    Batcave Command Center playset for the Batman The Animated Series figures

13. The Jokermobile: Its only flaw is that it never appeared on the show. This vehicle perfectly captures the Joker’s chaotic energy, right down to the launching smile missile.

    The Jokermobile vehicle from the Batman The Animated Series toy line

14. Robin Dragster: Another non-show vehicle, but still cool. Robin figures were notoriously hard to find due to unfortunate circumstances, adding to this vehicle’s appeal for collectors.

15. Batmobile: Instantly recognizable and perfectly capturing the show’s art deco-inspired aesthetic. While perhaps not everyone’s absolute favorite Batmobile design, this toy version is sleek, classic, and essential.

    Iconic Kenner Batman The Animated Series Batmobile vehicle toy

16. Batcycle: A fantastic design, likely featuring pull-and-release action (always better than a ripcord). Simple, effective, and very cool.

17. Batplane: Okay, “Batwing” sounds cooler, but this Batplane design is arguably even better than the show’s Batmobile. It’s a perfect translation of the animated style into a flying vehicle toy. Absolutely fantastic.

    Kenner Batman The Animated Series Batplane vehicle with classic design

Miniatures

This sub-line offered smaller-scale figures and vehicles, perfect for desktop display or pocket-sized adventures.

12. Gotham City Police Helicopter: It’s fine, but imagine if it had been a Police Blimp! Missed opportunity.

13. Bruce Wayne’s Car: As a miniature, it feels a bit plain compared to the more dynamic character figures and Bat-vehicles in this scale.

14. Batman: A solid, standard Batman pose. Decent, but less visually interesting than some others here.

15. Catwoman: The pose is slightly awkward, not quite capturing her usual confident demeanor. Looks more like she’s mid-pounce.

16. Batcycle: Motorcycle miniatures can look odd without riders, but the sleek BTAS Batcycle design holds up well on its own.

17. The Batmobile: Simple, iconic, and cool in miniature form.

18. The Penguin: Captures his short, stout look perfectly. The umbrella accessory and sticker art add character.

19. Batboat: Interesting that a full-sized Batboat wasn’t prominent in the main line, so having this miniature version is a nice inclusion.

20. Robin: A dynamic pose and great sticker art make this a desirable miniature.

21. Batplane: Translates well to the smaller scale, looking sharp and ready for action.

22. The Joker: Vibrant colors and a dynamic sculpt truly capture the essence of the animated Joker.

    The Joker miniature figure from the Batman The Animated Series collection

23. Batman (crouched): A much more dynamic and engaging pose than the standing version. The sculpt and sticker illustration make this the standout miniature Batman figure.

    Crouching Batman miniature figure from the BTAS toy line

Action Figures 36-31

Now for the main event: the action figures. The lower ranks are often filled with repaints and gimmick-heavy variants common in 90s toy lines.

36. Bola Trap Robin: A repaint with a somewhat random accessory. Pretty standard fare for the lower end of a large toy line.

37. Cyber Gear Batman: Slightly less cheap-looking than Bola Trap Robin, but still firmly in the “weird repaint” category.

38. Glider Robin: The glider pack itself is a cool idea, but the garish colors detract from the overall figure.

39. Ninja Power Pack Batman and Robin: A two-pack is nice, but the “ninja” theme feels tacked on. Some ninja-inspired costume details would have helped. The large shuriken accessories are cool, though.

    Ninja Power Pack Batman and Robin figures two-pack BTAS toys

40. Sky Dive Batman: Comes with a parachute accessory, which is fitting. The orange and blue suit is… a choice. Memorable, if nothing else.

41. Knight Star Batman: Reuses the cool shuriken from the Ninja Power Pack but pairs them with a Batman in a slightly better gold and black costume. Not bad, actually.

Action Figures 30-21

Moving up slightly, these figures often have slightly better concepts or color schemes, even if they still rely heavily on gimmicks.

30. Anti-Freeze Batman: A figure many remember seeing on pegs. The white and red color scheme vaguely suggests its purpose (fighting Mr. Freeze), giving it a slight edge.

    Anti-Freeze Batman figure variant from Batman The Animated Series Kenner line

31. Lightning Strike Batman: Another commonly remembered figure. The name itself is amusingly ambiguous. Decent colors.

32. High Wire Batman: The accessory and action feature make sense, though perhaps better suited for Robin. The yellow highlights on the suit are surprisingly appealing.

33. Ground Assault Batman: Interesting color palette and chest plate design. The generic glider/board accessory doesn’t add much, but the figure itself is okay.

34. Radar Scope Batman: A decent suit design with nice detailing. The “radar” element is integrated better than just sticking a dish on his back.

35. Dick Grayson Robin: The concept of a civilian identity changing into Robin is great. However, the execution with the bulky snap-on tunic, shoulder dish, and mask attachment feels clunky. The wrist-mounted Batarang launcher is a plus.

    Dick Grayson Robin action figure with snap-on tunic from BTAS toys

36. Infrared Batman: The deep red suit is striking, reminiscent of some classic promotional art. The accessory is forgettable, but the core figure looks good.

37. Tornado Batman: Excellent silver and blue colors make this Batman variant stand out. The disc launcher accessory looks fun but prone to losing parts.

38. Turbojet Batman: A fairly standard Batman The Animated Series Batman Figure in terms of colors. The harness details aren’t bad, and the jetpack accessory is appropriately sized and fun.

39. Ninja Robin: A better attempt at a “ninja” theme than the two-pack Robin. The accessories fit, the colors work reasonably well, and the “chopping arm action” is a classic feature.

Action Figures 20-11

We’re now getting into figures that are generally well-regarded, featuring better sculpts, more show-accurate designs (for villains), or more compelling gimmicks.

20. Bane: A solid representation of Bane’s imposing animated design. Recognizable and menacing.

    Bane action figure from the Kenner Batman The Animated Series toy line

21. Bruce Wayne: The “change into Batman” gimmick is fun, even if the resulting Batman costume looks overly bulky, almost like pajamas due to the boot/legging color. Amusing.

22. The Joker: The gas mask accessory is genuinely cool, and the water-squirting gun is classic Joker. Still, the figure itself feels a touch plain compared to other villains.

    The Joker action figure with gas mask accessory from BTAS toy line

23. Mech-Wing Batman: A shiny silver suit with better strap colors than some variants. The large, articulated wing pack is enjoyably over-the-top.

24. The Riddler: A good rendition of the BTAS Riddler. The question mark bazooka accessory, while needing more color, is undeniably fun just for its concept.

25. Power Vision Batman: Combines a good suit design with a light-up feature and a large backpack accessory – quintessential elements of this toy line.

26. Killer Croc: Simple and effective. It’s Killer Croc, and he comes with a smaller croc accessory. Giving him a rock accessory (a recurring element in the show) would have been perfect, but it’s great as is.

    Killer Croc action figure with pet croc from Batman The Animated Series toys

27. Poison Ivy: A strong character design doesn’t need much embellishment. The figure looks great, and while the included crossbow is fine, the giant piranha plant weapon adds a welcome bit of exaggerated fun.

    Poison Ivy action figure with plant accessory from the BTAS Kenner line

28. Rapid Attack Batman: Features a great grapple launcher accessory and a solid color scheme. A straightforward, effective Batman figure.

29. Ultimate Batman: Even without the light-up eyes and Batsymbol (once batteries inevitably die), this remains an impressive, well-sculpted Batman The Animated Series Batman figure with a classic look.

Action Figures 10-1

The best of the best. These figures often boast excellent sculpts, show accuracy, fun accessories, or a combination of all three. Picking the order here was tough.

10. Two-Face: The figure itself looks fantastic, perfectly capturing Harvey Dent’s duality. It’s only held back by a somewhat strange, random accessory. A simple Tommy gun would have likely boosted its rank.

11. Battle Helmet Batman: A mail-away exclusive. Despite the slightly off-blue hue of the suit, the overall look is stellar. With a better accessory, this could have been the top Batman The Animated Series Batman figure in the line.

    Mail-away Battle Helmet Batman The Animated Series Batman figure

12. Catwoman: Minor drawbacks include a slightly awkward pose and silly claw accessories. Otherwise, she looks great, includes her whip, and even comes with a small cat companion. Very solid.

13. Mr. Freeze: An excellent sculpt capturing his tragic, imposing look from the series. The water-squirting accessory is clever, though a more screen-accurate freeze gun would have been a welcome addition.

    Mr. Freeze action figure with freeze gun accessory from BTAS toys

14. The Penguin: Like Freeze, features a fantastic sculpt true to the show’s design. The umbrella launcher accessory is fun, though a non-launching umbrella would also have been nice. Minor nitpicks for an otherwise great figure.

15. Man-Bat: It’s Man-Bat! The sculpt, especially on the wings and face, is excellent. The inclusion of a string for hanging him is a simple but brilliant touch.

    Man-Bat action figure with large wings from the Batman The Animated Series line

16. Scarecrow: Pretty much exactly how you’d imagine a BTAS Scarecrow figure should look. The face sculpt might blend his different show appearances slightly, but that’s a tiny critique. He looks suitably terrifying.

17. Combat Belt Batman: Arguably the definitive Batman The Animated Series Batman figure from this line. Perfect suit sculpt, classic colors, and a plethora of cool accessories that fit onto his belt. Hard to find any fault here.

    Combat Belt Batman The Animated Series Batman figure with accessories

18. Robin: Just like Combat Belt Batman, this Robin figure is practically perfect. The sculpt beautifully captures Dick Grayson’s animated look, the colors are vibrant, and the glider accessory adds great play value. An outstanding Robin.

    Robin action figure with glider accessory from the BTAS Kenner toy line

19. Clayface: Taking the top spot is Matt Hagen himself. This figure is wonderfully big, lumpy, and captures the grotesque nature of Clayface perfectly. The sculpt is superb, and the interchangeable firing mace hand accessory is simply awesome. While hero figures are often the focus, a truly well-executed villain figure like this deserves the highest praise. Clayface is a standout piece in a line full of memorable toys.

    Clayface action figure with mace hand from Batman The Animated Series toys

The Kenner Batman: The Animated Series line remains a nostalgic favorite for many, capturing the groundbreaking show’s aesthetic with a mix of faithful renditions and imaginative (if sometimes bizarre) variants. From the iconic Batmobile to the definitive Combat Belt Batman figure and the fantastically sculpted Clayface, this line offered countless hours of play and continues to be sought after by collectors today.

All images were obtained from Figure-Archive.net, unless otherwise noted.