This isn’t your standard Hulkamania figure. This is 2002 Hollywood Hulk Hogan, just after WrestleMania X8—fresh off a match-of-the-year performance with The Rock, and fully embraced by the WWE crowd once again. Mattel captured this brief but unforgettable era in Hogan’s career, complete with the red and yellow comeback gear and signature accessories from his Undisputed Championship run.
It’s loud, loaded, and made for collectors who know this was one of the most unexpected fan-favorite returns in wrestling history.
First Impressions
Right out of the box, this figure commands attention. The sculpt reflects Hogan’s early 2000s frame—not quite the towering 80s version, but still imposing. The red and yellow gear is bold, cleanly applied, and era-accurate. It’s immediately clear this is 2002 Hogan—no NWO black, no mic, no extras from other eras. Just post-X8 pride.
Head Sculpt Variety
The figure includes three well-sculpted, era-specific head sculpts:
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A smiling face that works for post-match celebrations or fan interactions
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A puckered mid-promo look—perfect for belt poses or staredowns
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An intense yelling head that captures peak emotion from his Undisputed title matches
Mattel’s TrueFX printing gives all three heads depth and sharpness. They’re not just swapped expressions—they’re scene-setters that add to display realism.
Accessories Breakdown
This version of Hogan is packed with authentic 2002 gear, including:
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A Hulkamania 2002 red-and-yellow tear-away shirt
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A “Hulk Still Rules” bandanna
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A matching red-and-yellow weight belt
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A pair of red and yellow plastic boas
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The Undisputed WWE Championship (2002 version)
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Multiple sets of interchangeable hands
No sunglasses. No mic. No filler. Every accessory included supports the short but explosive face-run Hogan had that year—down to the boas from his iconic entrances.
Posing and Presentation
The articulation is exactly what you expect from the Ultimate line: butterfly shoulders, double-jointed elbows and knees, solid ab crunch, and pivoting ankles. Everything moves well straight out of the box. No stiffness. No looseness.
The shirt rips cleanly when pulled, the weight belt sits naturally, and the boas layer on without bulk. I tested a few poses—from belt-raising to entrance walk-ups—and the figure nailed each one.
Final Thoughts
This figure isn’t about nostalgia for the 80s—it’s a celebration of the unexpected return of Hulkamania in 2002. It captures the exact look, energy, and gear that defined that comeback, and Mattel deserves credit for not watering it down.
If you’re building out your Legends shelf, this one doesn’t just deserve a spot—it deserves a front-row pose. It’s accurate, bold, and true to a specific and underrated era.
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