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Pink Bear Breaking Bad - BE@RBRICK

Breaking Bad boasts the title of the most critically acclaimed series of all time. Fans of the show praise the dramatic storyline and compelling character arcs. A unique part of the series is the recurring motif of the pink bear. Featured in only a few episodes, the bear's symbolic importance has made it a pop culture icon. The pink bear joins Medicom Toy's BE@BRICK line in the "BE@RBRICK Breaking Bad Pink Bear 100％ & 400％ Set."

Background to the collaboration between Breaking Bad and BE@RBRICK

Breaking Bad has two characters featured in Medicom Toy's BE@RBRICK line. The pink bear also appears in other product lines.

Information on planning and launching the collaboration

Medicom Toy announced two Breaking Bad BE@RBRICK figures in 2019. One figure featured the popular pink bear symbol from the series, and the other featured Walter White in his chemical protection gear. Both figures went on regular sale in July 2020. The pink bear also appears in the NEIGHBORHOOD line as a plush toy.

Breaking Bad Pink Bear BE@RBRICK Box 100% and 400%

The sinister yet adorable Pink Bear from Breaking Bad joins Medicom Toy's line of bear figures. The Pink Bear retains its missing eye and black burn marks on its left side from the series. The burn marks are beautifully rendered with soft, matte paint and a jagged, natural outline. Its original fuzzy appearance is evident in the linework on the tufts of white fur visible on its belly and face. The remaining eye faces left, reminding fans of its importance later in the series. Design elements retain the cuteness of a children's toy, such as the pink tongue sticking out of its mouth.

Product Name: Breaking Bad Pink Bear BE@RBRICK 100% and 400% Box Set
Manufacturer: Medicom Toy
Features: Set of 2 painted, articulated figures, not to scale
Height (approx.):
100%: 70 mm | 2.8"
400%: 280 mm | 11"

Pink Bear Breaking Bad - BE@RBRICK, proximity Japan, figurine

About Breaking Bad

Breaking Bad is an American television series produced by Vince Gilligan. The story revolves around protagonist Walter White after he is diagnosed with stage three lung cancer. Discouraged, the underpaid chemistry teacher turns to methamphetamine production to secure the finances for his treatment without jeopardizing his family's future. He enters the drug trade with his former student, Jesse Pinkman. He uses his experience and knowledge of chemistry to produce methamphetamine of the highest quality and incredible purity. Gilligan developed the premise of the series by challenging the static longevity of most television shows and centering change. As a result, the series highlights Walter White's transformation from hero to antagonist. The title Breaking Bad is an old Southern colloquialism meaning "turning to a life of crime."

Breaking Bad aired from 2008 to 2013 for five seasons consisting of 62 episodes. Its debut was generally well received by critics. The show's ratings notably increased with each season, with the final season being considered its best. Breaking Bad received 262 industry nominations throughout its run and won 110 awards. In 2013, it broke the Guinness World Records as the most critically acclaimed series of all time.

About the pink bear

The pink teddy bear is a recurring motif in Breaking Bad. It originated in a plane crash near Walter White's house, which landed in Walter's swimming pool. As a result of the crash, the bear suffered severe burns on its left side and lost an eyeball. Appearing several times in season 2, critics believe the bear represents the aftermath of Walter's actions. It also foreshadows the death of drug lord Gus Fring, who suffers nearly identical injuries. Walter keeps the bear's eye in his possession for two seasons after its debut.

Important characters from Breaking Bad

Breaking Bad focuses on character development to advance its plot. The changes made by Walter White and Jesse Pinkman

Walter White

Walter White is the protagonist of Breaking Bad, played by Bryan Cranston. A graduate of the California Institute of Technology, he co-founded Gray Matter Technology. Unfortunately, the company didn't make a profit until after his departure. Depressed, he moved to New Mexico, where he became a high school chemistry teacher. Breaking Bad begins on his fiftieth birthday, when he is diagnosed with stage three lung cancer. He begins producing methamphetamine to ensure financial security while treating his cancer. He takes the name "Heisenberg" as an alias and builds a reputation as a high-level drug lord. Cranston won four Emmy Awards for his portrayal of Walter.

Jesse Pinkman

Jesse Pinkman is the deuteragonist of Breaking Bad, played by Aaron Paul. Jesse is Walter's former student and a small-time drug dealer and addict. He teams up with Walter in the first season when Walter blackmails him into letting him into his business. Walter White uses his chemistry knowledge to refine Jesse's methamphetamine production, and Jesse uses his connections to sell it. Jesse experiences a drastic character development, the opposite of Walter. He starts out apathetic and unlikeable, but increasingly feels guilty about his involvement in the drug trade. Critics cite his character development as one of the strongest elements of the series. Like Cranston, Paul has received universal acclaim for his performance.