"Barbie" is coming to a theatre near you, and the relentless promotion of this film is turning pretty much everything hot pink. Including a simple pink-only OOH Billboard that only reads "July 21" in the bottom right corner, in that familiar Barbie font. So easy. But all of the other Barbie hype stunts aren't quite as simple. For one thing, they have put up an actual Barbie dream house in Malibu, and you can even AirBnB it! The listing claims that Ken has the keys and is handling the home for her while she's away.
which they originally did back in 2019 as well, isn't the only thing making a big pink splash. Brands are cobranding with the Barbie film to join in the pink hype with products that will satisfy even the biggest pink-fan. Microsoft has created a Barbie-themed Xbox Series S, the first ever Xbox Barbie dolls, and Barbie cars for Forza Horizon 5. There are even interchangeable Xbox Wireless Controller faceplates designed after Barbie and Kenâs on-screen outfits. But the star of the show is the custom Xbox Series S built into an actual Barbie DreamHouse. This is a competition prize only thatâs up for grabs from July 10.
to go with those shoes.
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema are offering early access screenings, complete with a special pink cocktail, and a limited edition lunchbox and thermos set, featuring custom BARBIE art - in pink, natch. There's also a Barbie brunch. "It's the most Barbie way to see the movie" they promise.