Holiday Gift Guide for Pop Culture Lovers and Nerds – 2025

The definitive sound of the holiday season is not silver bells, reindeer paws on a rooftop, or even “ho ho ho.” No no no. It’s “tick-tock, tick-tock,” because the big day always arrives a whole lot sooner than we’d like. It’s why often find ourselves still doing a whole lot of shopping a day or two before Christmas. But what if this year instead of rushing at the last second you don’t? How? Because we helped you out like good little elves. We once again put together a list of items—of all kinds for all ages—we love so you can get the perfect pop culture present for someone special in your life this year. Dive into this guide, which contains all the best gifts for nerds, a.k.a. the coolest people in your life.

The Simpsons Talking Funzo Doll

Jakks The Simpsons collection remains one of our pop culture favorites, and this year it got both bigger and better. This amazing 14-inch Talking Funzo Doll—which, yes, shoots missile from its mouth—is even larger than you think. It’s a truly an incredible item that works as both a toy and a collectible. Just, you know, maybe keep it away from your kid’s other playthings. Or if this gift is for the adult nerd in your life… well, ditto.

Stupid TV, Be More Funny: How the Golden Era of The Simpsons Changed Television-and America-Forever by Alan Siegel

We’re doing a Simpsons double dip with Alan Siegel’s fantastic new book, Stupid TV, Be More Funny. It explores the show’s glorious first ten years, features tons of interviews, and explains how The Simpsons became a true cultural icon. An absolute must-read for fans of both TV and the show.

Star Trek – Property of Starfleet Academy Pullover Hoodie

Star Trek: Starfleet Academy will go on its own bold journey when it debuts in early 2026, but you can celebrate one of sci-fi’s most famous schools on Christmas morning with this Starfleet Academy hooded sweatshirt. It comes in plenty of colors, so you can pick your favorite. We bet the nerd in your life will be thankful for this cozy gift.

Dungeons & Dragons – Stranger Things: Welcome to The Hellfire Club Adventure Game

Dungeon Master Eddie Munson never got to finish his final campaign on Stranger Things… but you can. This special ’80s-themed Stranger Things RPG is designed for 3-5 players of all ages and D&D experience, making it a perfect option for older fans getting newer fans into this tabletop classic via The Hellfire Club. Who wouldn’t want more Eddie Munson for the holidays, hopefully Stranger Things 5 agrees.

Stranger Things WSQK Van Playset

Stranger Things is expected to be a big hit this holiday season, as Christmas and New Year’s coincide with the airing of the show’s final season. So if you want a great toy that also doubles as a fantastic collectible for Stranger Things 5, take this WSQK van playset out for a spin. It even comes with a Steve action figure that is obviously rocking the only good hair in Hawkins. All the cool nerds in your life will love this gift.

Star Wars Bop It! R2-D2 Game Edition

An iconic droid meets a classic game, all in the galaxy far, far away, thanks to this very fun Star Wars-version of Bop It! It features sounds from both R2-D2 and C-3PO, as well as single- and multiplayer pass modes. While it’s technically listed “for kids,” every ’90s kid is going to end up playing with it on Christmas morning. We know because that’s our whole plan.

Blue’s Clues Handy Dandy Notebook and Pen

Whether you’re looking for a fun notebook for a little, or a fun notebook for a big who used to love Blue’s Clues when they were a little, this Handy Dandy Notebook and Pen set is a perfect option. Sometimes we can all use a reminder to be kind. This notebook would do that every time we used it.

Absolute Justice (New Edition)

The slipcased Absolute Edition of Jim Krueger, Alex Ross, and Doug Braithwaite’s Absolute Justice series got a beautiful reprint. Believe us when we say you should get this gift for the DC and/or other comic book nerd in your life this holiday season. It contains all twelve issues from the best-selling series. It also comes with tons more, including in-depth character bios, developmental sketches, pencil art, bonus covers, DC Direct gallery. Just don’t gift it to any villains. We don’t want to put any ideas in their head…..

How to Train Your Dragon Electronic Blast & Roar Toothless Mask

This was a fantastic year for How To Train Your Dragon merchandise, thanks to the release of the live-action remake. And while we could have chosen many items for this entry (like the flying RC Toothless or the plasma blast Toothless), we love this silly, wonderful electronic Toothless mask the most. It’s both genuinely absurd and genuinely awesome, a perfect combo for a present.

Animaniacs Funko POPS!

The great thing about Funko POPS! is that there’s always something for everyone. But if anyone who loves us is reading this, we’re partial to the new Animaniacs collection. It includes figures for Wakko, Yakko, Dot, and a Slappy and Skippy. There’s also a two-figure set for Pinky and the Brain, which rules (just not over the whole world). No one who loved Animaniacs would be upset to unwrap these.

LEGO Jurassic World Dinosaur Fossils: Tyrannosaurus Rex

There’s never a shortage of great LEGO sets to buy at Christmas, but when it comes to this massive Jurassic Park/World T.rex skeleton, it’s clear the company spared no expense. This thing is stunning on its own, but the Dr. Grant and Dr. Stattler minifigures put it over the top. It doesn’t get more nerdy and awesome than this when it comes to gifts.

Jurassic World Rebirth LEGO Sets

If you’re instead looking for a Jurassic World Rebirth set you can build with the kiddos, there’s no shortage of them. Every time we get a new Jurassic World movie we get a bunch of great new sets for youngsters, and this year is no different. From Baby Dino Dolorous and a Raptor Off-Road Escape, to a Raptor & Titanosaurus Tracking Mission and a T. rex River Escape, there are tons of Pretend Play LEGO set options for all price ranges.

Fisher Price Little People Sets

We love Fisher Price’s Little People sets. The collection is one of the most fun, creative, affordable ways to celebrate your favorite fandoms. And in 2025, beloved films and stories like Home Alone, Back to the Future, The Goonies, IT, and Beetlejuice all got in on the tiny fun. Which one do we want most? Yes.

The Official Disney Parks Desserts Cookbook: Remembering 101 Sweet Delicious Disney Recipes by Pam Brandon

Just because you can’t be in a Disney Park, at a Disney resort, or sailing on a Disney cruise every day doesn’t mean you can’t eat like you are. The Official Disney Parks Cookbooks, which feature tons of big, beautiful photos, history, and easy-to-follow instructions, are a fantastic way to recreate your favorite Disney drinks and foods. And this year, the collection got a new entry, perfect for the holiday season when sweet treats are abundant. Pam Brandon’s latest addition is the fantastic Disney Parks Desserts Cookbook. It features recipes for both current and retired dishes. Trust us. Get this for the cook in your life. It’ll end up being a gift for yourself, too.

Marvel Legends Series Green Goblin Premium Roleplay Helmet

Sometimes you just want to give someone a big, wonderful present they might never get for themselves. And if you’re looking for a gift exactly like that for the nerdy Marvel fan in your life look no further. This Marvel Legends Green Goblin Helmet, based on the iconic villain’s mask in Spider-Man: No Way Home, is big, wonderful, and perfect for both cosplay and displaying at home.

A Nightmare on Elm Street: 7-Film Collection 4K

If you’re looking for a scary good gift this year, you won’t do better than the recently releaseded 4K A Nightmare on Elm Street seven-film collection. It includes every movie from the original 1984 classic to Wes Craven’s A New Nightmare. It’s the 4K set fans wanted for years. Don’t make the nerdy Freddy fan in your life wait any longer for this gift.

Boogie Nights 4K Ultra HD Steelbook

Technically, this new 4K Ultra HD Steelbook edition of Boogie Nights would be more appropriate as a New Year’s Eve gift. But we don’t give presents on that holiday, so it’s definitely a good idea to gift this version of Paul Thomas Anderson’s classic film for Christmas. Maybe, uh, just don’t put it on until all the youngsters call it a night.

Christmas might be for kids, but not every gift in this guide has to be for them. And yes, we know that’s a little unfair since adults will want all of them. So make sure to buy yourself a nerd gift while you’re doing all your shopping. You deserve it.

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