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Whether you love Edward Scissorhands, The Nightmare Before Christmas, or just everything Tim Burton, we’ve got the spooky merch and gifts you need!
Tim Burton is one of cinema’s most distinctive filmmakers. He’s gained a reputation as a figurehead of gothic fantasy, although he’s tackled movies in multiple genres over the decades. What connects them all is Burton’s singular style, whether his films take viewers to the suburbia of Edward Scissorhands or the misty lanes of Sleepy Hollow.
Burton’s style is famously dark and comic. It’s more than gothic: he draws on the influences of 1960s fashion, the sharpness of German Expressionism, and the lurid colors of classic Hammer Horror and Italian Giallo horror movies. No wonder he’s provided such memorable takes on children’s classics like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Dumbo.
It’s a style that has moved beyond his films, too. The Nightmare Before Christmas, which turned 30 in 2023, might be the most definitive example of this, although he produced it rather than directed it. That nightmare is just one inspiration for a fantastic world of gifts.
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The Headless Horseman Pin
This stylish gift perfectly merges two Burton masterpieces. The headless horseman of Sleepy Hollow in the style of The Nightmare Before Christmas — which means a jolly pumpkin head riding an adorable hobbyhorse — is a perfect way for fans to show their love of Burton’s work.
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Tim Burton MOMA book (Illustrated edition)
$17 $25 Save $8
This book is a deep dive into the legendary director’s career, published to coincide with a retrospective of his work held at New York’s Museum of Modern Art in 2009. Drawing on Burton’s archive, it tracks his evolution from childhood drawings to graphic designs and storyboards. Perfect for those just discovering his incredible portfolio or established fans wanting to learn more about their visionary hero.
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LEGO Batcave – Shadow Box
LEGO has been producing fantastic sets based on Burton’s two Batman movies for a few years, but this must be the ultimate tribute. Inside the intricate 3981-piece model is a whole Batcave, recognizable from Burton’s 1989 realization of the Dark Knight. Iconic movie villains are present and correct to inspire avid builders as they get their hands on bat gadgets, the bat computer, and the batmobile.
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Good Smile Nendoroid: Edward Scissorhands
$72 $90 Save $18
This adorable model of the tragic star of Burton’s quirky 1990 film is just under 4 inches tall, making it a small but perfectly formed collectible. It comes with faceplates and interchangeable hands (including the iconic shish-kebab skewers) that capture poor Edward at key movie moments.
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The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy: And Other Stories
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How about an original Burton book? The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy collects short stories and illustrations from the man himself. His distinctive art accompanies 23 darkly comic poems with a familiar quirkiness that will keep fans happy. Where else will they discover what happened to the girl who turned into a bed?
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The Nightmare Before Christmas 30th Anniversary T-Shirt for Adults
The cult favorite continues to inspire and mesmerize thirty years after its release. This stunning purple design helps fans celebrate the stop-motion movie’s anniversary while they sing classic songs What’s This? and Oogie Boogie’s Song.
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Dumbo Cute Large Ears Painted Art Throw Pillow
A colorful piece of comfort inspired by Burton’s live-action remake of the Disney animated classic. The adorable flying elephant and star attraction of Bohemian theme park Dreamland is unmistakable and can liven up a fan’s home.
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POP! ZERO (D.I.Y.)
A Santa’s sack full of Funko Pops! has been released to mark the 30th anniversary of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. This is an absolute novelty — a plain Pop! of Jack Skellington’s trusted phantom pooch Zero that lets fans try their hand at mimicking Burton’s style.
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Sleepy Hollow Original Soundtrack Red Swirl Vinyl
Sleepy Hollow was Tim Burton’s eighth collaboration with Danny Elfman, and this immaculately designed vinyl sleeve contains the complete soundtrack to the 1999 movie. A gothic masterpiece, even without the incredible sleeve art, it will take fans straight to the creepy, tree-lined lanes of Hudson Valley.
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Beetlejuice Sandworm Geeki Tikis Mug
This is a cute spin on the monster who crashes the party at the end of Beetlejuice. Featuring a trademark Burton black-and-white stripe, this ever-consuming worm could be the only mug fans want to use. One of the best-designed tiki mugs based on his films, this tropical twist goes best with purple and green drinks.
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Frankenweenie Edgar Plush Doll
Tim Burton’s second animated feature as a director was a remake of a short he made in the early 1980s. It is an excellent tribute to James Whale’s 1931 classic Frankenstein, but in Burton’s hands, it’s the bull terrier Sparky that young Victor Frankenstein brings back to life. Edgar “E” Gore is the assistant who spills the beans (rather than brains), and this authentically black-and-white plush will electrify fans.
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Hallmark Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Christmas Ornament
$6 $9 Save $3
Quirky romance runs through Burton’s movies, but the poster couple has to be Pumpkin King Jack Skellington and the stitched-together girl of his dreams, Sally. If fans agree that The Nightmare Before Christmas is a festive movie, as its creators insist, this 4-inch Hallmark ornament of the spooky sweethearts is the perfect way to bring some Burton to their Christmas tree.
Tim Burton is a distinctive voice in Hollywood. Few directors have developed such a recognizable style, let alone one that extends beyond their core movies. Films inspired by Burton’s art and vision, like A Nightmare Before Christmas, show no sign of losing their magical power to inspire incredible gifts. Fans know that Burtonesque designs make a great statement on clothes and shelves, as well as showing their affection for the director, artist, and animator’s work.
Burton has established a reputation for building an ensemble of talent. Michael Keaton and Johnny Depp have frequently appeared in front of the camera, while behind it, he’s developed an endearing partnership with composer Danny Elfman. The recent vinyl release of Sleepy Hollow is a stunning gift that can’t help conjure up a Burtonesque world. Meanwhile, incredible books like the MoMA retrospective are the perfect way to dive into Burton’s life, and the visuals of that impressive retrospective are far more appropriate than words.
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FAQs
How many animated movies has Tim Burton made?
Tim Burton has directed two feature-length animated movies: 2005’s Corpse Bride and 2012’s Frankenweeinie. The most famous animated film associated with him is The Nightmare Before Christmas. While Burton didn’t direct it, he provided the characters and story. As a producer, he also lent his name to the title.
What is Tim Burton’s most successful movie?
Tim Burton has an impressive career as a blockbuster director. Planet of the Apes, Batman, and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory have all taken over 500 million at the worldwide box office (when adjusted for inflation. However, his 2010 reimagining of Alice In Wonderland is well ahead of the pack. It kickstarted Disney’s live-action remakes of its animated back catalog when it took an impressive $1.025 billion worldwide.
