Star Wars Secret Santa Gifts
By Tom James
Secret Santa in a galaxy far, far away means small budgets and even smaller wrapping paper, so finding gifts that feel properly Star Wars without breaking the office rules can be tricky. This guide rounds up comics, figures and novels that punch well above their modest wrapping.
Whether your recipient is Team Mandalorian, obsessed with Ahsoka, or still debating whether Thrawn is a genius or a menace, there's something here that nods to their fandom specifically. No generic tat, just proper Star Wars picks that sneak in under a tight limit.
1. Star Wars: The Book Of Boba Fett #1 (Rickie Yagawa Foil Variant)
Star Wars — £10.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A foil variant comic cover is exactly the kind of collectible-feeling stocking filler that reads as thoughtful rather than last-minute, perfect for the Boba Fett fan who already owns the toys.
2. Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories: Grievous
Star Wars — £12.41 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A bite-sized Hyperspace Stories comic focused on Grievous gives a villain-obsessed colleague something niche and satisfying without needing a big spend to feel considered.
3. Star Wars: Skeleton Crew: Black Series Action Figure: Pirate Captain Brutus (Port Borgo)
Star Wars — £9.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Skeleton Crew is still fresh in fans' minds, and this Pirate Captain Brutus figure is an easy way to gift something current and slightly unexpected for the price bracket.
4. Star Wars: Ahsoka: Black Series Action Figure: Ahsoka Tano (Peridea)
Star Wars — £10.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Ahsoka's Peridea look gives collectors a specific, show-accurate figure that feels like a proper gift rather than a generic action figure grab.
5. Star Wars: Andor: Black Series Action Figure: Cassian Andor
Star Wars — £10.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Cassian Andor fans get real love in Secret Santa pools, and this Black Series figure ticks the box for anyone who rates Andor as the best modern Star Wars show.
6. Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu: Black Series Action Figure: Grogu
Star Wars — £10.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Grogu remains the safest of safe bets for Star Wars gifting, and this Black Series figure keeps things simple, recognisable and easy to wrap.
7. Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu: Pop! Vinyl Figure: The Mandalorian With Grogu (On Back)
Star Wars — £13.00 at Forbidden Planet. View details
A Pop! Vinyl combining The Mandalorian and Grogu together is a neat two-in-one gift that covers the show's most iconic pairing in one small box.
8. Star Wars: Black Series Archive Collection Action Figure: Bo-Katan Kryze
Star Wars — £11.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Bo-Katan deserves more Secret Santa love, and this Archive Collection figure is a solid pick for anyone who rates the Mandalorian side of the saga.
9. Star Wars: Doctor Aphra: Chaos Agent
Star Wars — £11.03 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Doctor Aphra has a devoted following among comic readers, and this Chaos Agent volume is a great way to introduce or reward that fandom without overspending.
10. Star Wars: Thrawn Alliances
Star Wars — £10.01 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Thrawn Alliances is a smart pick for the reader in the group who prefers novels to toys, offering a proper story-driven gift for expanded universe fans.
11. Star Wars: The Mandalorian: Black Series Archive Action Figure: Grogu
Star Wars — £12.99 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Another Grogu option, this Archive Action Figure variant is ideal if you know your recipient already has the basics and wants something a little different.
12. Star Wars: Jedi Knights: Volume 2: A Higher Path
Star Wars — £11.03 at Forbidden Planet. View details
Jedi Knights: A Higher Path suits anyone deep into the extended lore, making it a thoughtful pick for the reader who wants more than just merchandise.
Star Wars Secret Santa Gifts FAQs
How much should a Star Wars secret santa gift cost?
Most office secret santa limits fall between £10 and £20, and everything chosen here fits that band. Sticking a pound or two under the limit is safer than going over — nobody minds a cheaper gift, but exceeding a shared cap is awkward.
What is a safe Star Wars secret santa gift?
Something tied to the original trilogy rather than a specific recent series. Almost everyone who likes Star Wars likes A New Hope; far fewer have watched every Disney+ show. Character-neutral designs also avoid the risk of picking someone's least favourite.
Are these gifts suitable for someone who has only seen the films?
Yes. Everything here works without comics or series knowledge. The standalone Hyperspace Stories comics need no prior reading, and the figures come from the films rather than the expanded material, so nothing requires explaining.
Can I buy these Star Wars gifts in the UK?
Yes. Every product links to a UK retailer with UK pricing in pounds, mainly Forbidden Planet and Zavvi. We price-compare across them, and the retailer handles delivery — worth checking their cut-off dates if you need it before a specific day.