The Joker is one of the most famous villains in cinema. It’s been played by dozens of different actors, reimagined, and redesigned by different directors, but for “Batman” fans, many will argue that Jack Nicholson’s 1989 portrayal was one of the best.
The purple suit worn by Nicholson in Tim Burton’s 1989 “Batman” was sold for a whopping $125,000 in 2022. There was a heated bidding war for the suit, finally going to an anonymous collector that left the auction with a smile resembling that of the actual Joker’s.
Elf (2003) - Buddy costume: $300K
The beloved Will Ferrell became even more of a fan favorite after playing Buddy in the hilarious Christmas film “Elf.” Released in 2003, the film became a Christmas favorite, and Buddy’s quirky costume a very sought-after costume.
In 2021, 18 years after the movie’s release, Buddy’s costume sold for $300,000 at a London auction. Collectors and auctioneers missed the mark with their estimate when the costume sold for ten times the price.
Buddy’s Elf Costume
The costume sold at auction features labels reading “MR. FERRELL” and includes a green wool tailcoat with a floral border, faux fur collar, and cuffs. Let’s not forget the bright yellow tights with green suspenders and black leather belt and the infamous black leather shoes with curled elf toes.
Whoever bought the more than a quarter-million-dollar costume will be the star of their family holidays for decades to come.
The Joker Suit
The elegant seven-piece purple suit was designed by Savile Row’s Tommy Nutter and featured a Christian Dior tie, a Dobbs hat, and Robot boots.
The sought-after costume’s price increased significantly after it became known that the Dobbs hat had a bit of white makeup residue worn by Jack Nicholson on its brim, and the Robot boots had some residue from the film set. The anonymous buyer will forever have a piece of film history and the official attire of the Clown Prince of Crime.
Superman (1978) - Superman Costume: $350K
Before the heartthrob actor Henry Cavill graced our screens as Superman, it was the handsome Christopher Reeve who played the legendary hero. The iconic superhero costume used by Reeve in the 1978 “Superman” film sold in November 2022 for an astonishing $350,000.
The legendary costume was complete with the tunic, cape, belt, trunks, leggings, and boots. Considering it was in storage for over four decades, the costume was in exceptionally good condition.