Collectors and reality TV aficionados will be thrilled to learn that Netflix is reigniting its captivating series “King of Collectibles: The Goldin Touch” for a riveting third season. This fan-favorite show pulls back the curtain to unveil the exhilarating world of high-stakes collectibles and memorabilia auctions, as it continues to follow the fascinating journey of Ken Goldin and his prominent auction house. As the collectibles industry skyrockets to new levels, the timing couldn’t be more scintillating.
Since making its dazzling debut in 2023, “King of Collectibles” has cemented its place in viewers’ hearts and has quickly ascended into Netflix’s elite Top 10. Not one to merely bask in its initial triumph, the show soon snagged a nomination for Best Business Show at the Critics Choice Real TV Awards. Even though Netflix has been tight-lipped about the specific release date for the latest season, the mere whisper of the show’s return is already creating waves of anticipation.
“There are few things as exhilarating as being back,” explains Ken Goldin, whose excitement is practically palpable. Goldin elaborates on the palpable growth within the collectibles domain, underscoring the emergence of unforeseen categories, the gravitas of higher stakes and bids, as well as an ever-expanding global interest. It’s as if treasure hunters, thrill-seekers, and nostalgia buffs alike are all rejoicing at the prospect of unearthing captivating stories and moments from the annals of modern-day treasure troves.
The third season promises its own treasure trove of enthralling narratives, once again brought to life through the collaborative efforts of Wheelhouse’s Spoke Studios, Omaha Productions spearheaded by Peyton Manning, and Connor Schell’s Full Day Productions, alongside eBay. In a strategic move that shook the collectibles landscape, eBay acquired Goldin in 2024, a decision that extended the company’s influence far beyond sports card spheres and entrenched its presence in cultural memorabilia—particularly with eBay’s acquisition of Studio Auctions, famed for its cache of rare movie props.
Ken Goldin’s expertise and knack for the trade have undeniably fortified his standing in the collectibles community, as evidenced by staggering figures like the $32 million in June trading card sales attributed to Goldin, part of an industry record that amassed $305 million in that very month alone, as highlighted by Card Ladder.
In a scenario that seems ripped straight from a drama script, the collectibles realm has not been without its own dose of turbulence. Recently, an unexpected friction unfolded as Goldin found himself amid a spat with Nick Bell, CEO of Fanatics Live, following Bell’s audacious attempt to tout Fanatics’ own collectible auctions on Ken Goldin’s personal Instagram page. The less-than-flattering exchange thrust Goldin into the spotlight, accentuating the fierce rivalry and ever-present tension that courses through the dynamic world of collectible auctions, where industry dominance is both fiercely contested and widely coveted.
As enthusiasts eagerly await season three’s premiere, the amplified focus on Goldin, his auction house, and the continuously shifting collectibles industry serves as a reminder that the desire to collect transcends mere accumulation—it’s an intertwining of passion, history, and, inevitably, drama. In a world where each bobblehead, trading card, or film prop holds not just monetary value but stories brimming with nostalgia, the stakes have never been higher. More than just a hobby, the art of collecting is a modern-day alchemy that transforms personal passions into tangible, albeit sometimes costly, treasures.
So, as episode one looms enticingly on the horizon, “King of Collectibles” embarks once again on its mission to mesmerize, entertain, and perhaps even incite just a smidgen of envy along the way. With Ken Goldin at the helm, viewers can be assured of an exhilarating foray into the heart of auctions where every bid and every hammer signifies a moment suspended in time. Season three, it seems, is shaping up to be another chapter that defines the collective pulse of this vibrant industry.