The intersection of two beloved childhood franchises has finally arrived in a magical collection that fans of both Harry Potter and Care Bears will adore.
In the year 1997, Harry Potter first captured the hearts of the public with the release of “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (or Sorcerer’s Stone).” In contrast, Care Bears made their debut on greeting cards in 1981, becoming a childhood staple for a decade before that.
Now, in 2026, a delightful collaboration has brought these two iconic worlds together. Toy company Basic Fun! has announced a new collection of Care Bear plushies in partnership with Warner Bros. to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the first Harry Potter film, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” Additionally, HBO is in the process of developing a series set for release in 2027.
The 12-inch dolls feature each bear wearing a hoodie representing their chosen Hogwarts house, as well as matching scarves and house robes. Gryffindor House Tenderheart Bear sports a lion hoodie and a red-and-yellow scarf, while Ravenclaw House Wish Bear dons a blue-eagle hoodie and a blue-and-white scarf. Hufflepuff House Love-a-Lot Bear wears a badger hoodie and a yellow-and-black scarf, and Slytherin House Grumpy Bear, the only unsmiling bear, wears a snake hoodie and a white-and-green scarf.
Available through Walmart Canada, the 12-inch Care Bears come in 2-packs for $34.99. The Ravenclaw and Slytherin set and the Gryffindor and Hufflepuff set each include two bears. Individual 12-inch dolls are priced at $17.99, with an option for 8-inch plushies at $9.99 each, all featuring their house scarves and black robes with the Harry Potter 25th anniversary logo on their paws.
For fans of Care Bears, this collaboration continues a trend of exciting partnerships. In recent years, Basic Fun! has released collections inspired by “Wicked: For Good” and “Stranger Things,” showcasing iconic characters in plush form.
The merging of the enchanting world of Harry Potter with the beloved Care Bear characters brings a touch of magic to fans who have cherished these franchises throughout the years.
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