Burger King is offering six collectible PAW Patrol toys with its King Jr. Kids’ Meals as part of a limited-time promotion tied to the upcoming film PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie, which arrives in U.S. theaters on August 14, 2026.
In short, Burger King’s King Jr. Kids’ Meals now include one of six PAW Patrol toys featuring Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, and two new characters from the film, Rex and Rhubarb the T-Rex. The rollout began this week at participating U.S. locations and runs while supplies last.
Why This Promotion Matters Right Now
Fast food toy tie-ins tend to spike around major kids’ movie releases, and PAW Patrol has proven to be one of the most dependable franchises for this kind of marketing. This is Burger King’s second major PAW Patrol partnership, following its 2023 collaboration tied to PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, which also featured six collectible toys. The repeat collaboration shows the franchise reliably drives family traffic to quick-service restaurants during movie release windows.
The Full 2026 Toy Lineup
The King Jr. Meal toy set includes six figures. Four are familiar pups, and two are new characters making their big-screen debut in the Dino Movie.
| Character | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Chase | Returning pup | Police pup, a longtime fan favorite |
| Marshall | Returning pup | Firefighter pup |
| Rubble | Returning pup | Construction pup |
| Skye | Returning pup | Aviation pup |
| Rex | New for 2026 | A pup who has lived on the island in the film and knows the local dinosaurs |
| Rhubarb the T-Rex | New for 2026 | Dinosaur character exclusive to the new film |
This mix of established characters and two newcomers gives the promotion both nostalgia appeal and novelty, a smart way to reach repeat customers with young kids.
How the Promotion Works
Parents can expect a straightforward rollout, though the exact release pattern may vary by region.
- Toys come exclusively with King Jr. Kids’ Meals, not with adult meal purchases.
- The U.S. rollout began this week at participating Burger King locations nationwide.
- Availability runs while supplies last, so specific characters may sell out at different rates depending on the restaurant.
- Some international Burger King markets, such as Singapore, are running a staggered weekly release where a new character joins the lineup each week rather than all six appearing at once. It is not yet confirmed whether the U.S. rollout follows the same weekly schedule or offers all six characters simultaneously.
- The promotion coincides with the film’s August 14, 2026 theatrical release, so the toys are expected to stay in rotation through at least mid-August.
Because these are licensed movie tie-ins rather than standalone toy lines, quantities per restaurant are typically limited, and there’s no guarantee every location will stock all six characters at once.
How the 2026 Lineup Compares to 2023
Comparing this year’s promotion with Burger King’s 2023 PAW Patrol tie-in shows how these campaigns evolve with each new film.
| Feature | 2023 (The Mighty Movie) | 2026 (The Dino Movie) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of toys | 6 collectibles | 6 collectibles |
| Featured characters | Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, Rocky, Liberty | Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, Rex, Rhubarb the T-Rex |
| Interactive features | Yes, each toy had a unique mechanism tied to the character’s ability | Not yet detailed in early coverage |
| Movie tie-in | PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie (September 29, 2023) | PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie (August 14, 2026) |
| Loyalty perk | Free King Jr. Meal with $15+ purchase via the BK App, plus a $10 Fandango movie reward | Not yet confirmed for 2026 |
The 2023 toys each had a distinct play feature tied to the pup’s role, such as a flying attachment or a light-up badge. Whether the 2026 toys include similar interactive elements has not been confirmed in early coverage, so it’s worth checking the toy in hand rather than assuming it matches past sets.
What the Movie Is About
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie follows the pups after they get caught in a storm and crash-land on an uncharted tropical island filled with dinosaurs. There they meet Rex, a pup who has lived on the island for years and knows the terrain and its creatures well. When Mayor Humdinger begins mining the island for resources, he accidentally triggers a dormant volcano, forcing the team into a large-scale rescue mission. The film is produced by Spin Master Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Pictures.
Common Misconceptions
A few points tend to confuse parents searching for this promotion.
- The toys are not sold separately at Burger King. They only come bundled with a King Jr. Meal purchase.
- This is not the same toy line as the 2023 Mighty Movie collection, even though some pup characters repeat.
- Character selection at the counter is typically random or limited to what’s in stock, not guaranteed by request.
- Retail toy collections sold in stores by the PAW Patrol toy maker are a separate, pricier product line from the free kids’ meal toys, meant for collectors who want larger playsets.
The pattern across Burger King’s PAW Patrol partnerships suggests these promotions function less as standalone toy launches and more as coordinated marketing moments timed to box office releases. For families, the real value lies in convenience and low cost rather than guaranteed rarity, since supply is limited and unevenly distributed across locations.
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