- 40th Anniversary Celebration: Disney is honoring the milestone 40th anniversary of Michael Jackson’s iconic 1986 3D theme park attraction Captain EO with a special merchandise release.
- Interactive Fuzzball Plush: The fan-favorite orange alien sidekick returns as a posable, standing soft toy that plays authentic chirping sounds when you squeeze his head.
- D23 Showcase to Digital Launch: First revealed during D23 marketplace festivities, the collectible officially drops online via the Disney Store on August 17, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. PT.
Ahead of its official 40th anniversary, the demand for Michael Jackson’s Captain EO is still very much in place. As part of that celebration, the beloved Fuzzball is back with a special drop to match. Slated to release via the Disney Store on August 17, the figure made its debut at D23 over the weekend. Or, as Disney itself puts it, “Captain EO’s beloved sidekick is reappearing as an interactive soft toy in celebration of the film’s 40th anniversary. This creature of wonder is a nostalgic reminder and features chirping sounds when you squeeze his head. Display the cuddly alien in your Captain EO collection or give him as a gift to fans in the making.”
Here’s what you need to know.
RELATED: Robert Downey Jr., Sentinels & X-Men Cameos: The Avengers: Doomsday D23 Footage Was Pure Chaos
Originally directed by Francis Ford Coppola and executive produced by George Lucas, 1986’s Captain EO saw Jackson leading a crew of cosmic misfits to transform a bleak planet using the power of music. Among his ragtag crew was Fuzzball—the bright orange, monkey-like alien with insectoid wings who immediately won over fans.
Now, you can grab Fuzzball in real time, and this is what he has to offer:
- Authentic Alien Sounds: Squeezing the top of Fuzzball’s head triggers his signature chirping sound effects.
- Posable Display Build: Features a soft, squeezable body, molded facial detailing, plastic wings, and a structured tail designed to stand upright on its own.
- Display Dimensions: Measures approximately 12.5 inches tall by 25.5 inches wide (H32 x W65 x D26cm), offering a substantial footprint for any Disney Parks or Michael Jackson display case.
Release Date & Product Specs
- Product: Captain EO Fuzzball Interactive Sound Plush (D23 Collection)
- Release Date: Monday, August 17, 2026 (8:00 a.m. PT / 11:00 a.m. ET)
- Retail Price: $54.99 USD / £60 GBP
- Store Availability: Disney Store (Online)
- Materials: Premium polyester and molded plastic elements
- Power Requirements: Includes 3x AG13 button cell batteries
It all goes down tomorrow. In other MJ news, GOAT SKINS recently dropped an officially licensed Michael Jackson tribute jersey celebrating the groundbreaking 1991 Dangerous era. Capped at a strict worldwide run of just 999 individually numbered pieces, the release avoids traditional merchandise gimmicks by locking down absolute scarcity: once the 999th piece is claimed, the edition closes permanently with no reissues, restocks, or second runs ever planned.
Featured Photo: Disney Store
RELATED: Barbie Just Unveiled a Stunning Whitney Houston Doll Inspired by Her Most Iconic 80s Video
