NetflixThe Toys That Made Us (2017) is a documentary web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Toys That Made Us online in HD.
The Toys That Made Us — Storyline
The minds behind history's most iconic toy franchises discuss the rise — and sometimes fall — of their billion-dollar creations.
Cast & Crew
- Created by: Brian Volk-Weiss
- Starring: Donald Ian Black
The Toys That Made Us — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2017-12-22 |
| Seasons | 3 |
| Episodes | 12 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | Netflix |
| Status | Ended |
| Rating | 7.5/10 (102 votes) |
The Toys That Made Us — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Star Wars (2017-12-22) — A small toy company in Cincinnati takes on its biggest licensing project ever, giving birth to the most profitable toy franchise in history.
- E2: Barbie (2017-12-22) — Inspired by a risqué doll from Germany, the co-founder of Mattel toys forever revolutionized the doll industry for young girls.
- E3: He-Man (2017-12-22) — Creators responsible for reviving a toy company's struggling action figure line discuss the epic rise and fall of their billion-dollar empire.
- E4: G.I. Joe (2017-12-22) — Credited with coining the term "action figure" more than 50 years ago, a group of toy marketers reimagined a new genre of dolls for boys.
Season 2
- E1: Star Trek (2018-05-25) — Plagued by years of brand mismanagement and product inconsistency, a popular space franchise must overcome its past in a competitive toy market.
- E2: Transformers (2018-05-25) — Combining ingenious Japanese toys with a creative backstory written by Marvel Comics, Hasbro introduced a line that changed the toy landscape forever.
- E3: LEGO (2018-05-25) — From humble beginnings in the Danish countryside, this maker of interlocking plastic bricks has become the largest toy manufacturer in the world.
- E4: Hello Kitty (2018-05-25) — With the motto "small gift, big smile" as its business philosophy, Sanrio founder Shintaro Tsuji turned a "kawaii" kitty into a global phenomenon.
Season 3
- E1: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2019-11-15) — Two relatively unknown comic book artists stumble upon an idea that will give rise to Turtlemania, sending the toy industry into shell shock.
- E2: Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (2019-11-15) — Inspired by Japan's Super Sentai series, composer Haim Saban's groundbreaking vision has since morphed into a decades-long TV and toy dynasty.
- E3: My Little Pony (2019-11-15) — Bringing immense joy to children, and now bronies, these half-pint hoofers have redefined the modern doll in an era dominated by Barbies and Berries.
- E4: Professional Wrestling (2019-11-15) — From WrestleMania to retail mania: The creators responsible for wrestling's choke hold on toy store shelves reflect on their triumphs and setbacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Toys That Made Us have? 3 season(s) with 12 episodes.
Who created The Toys That Made Us? Brian Volk-Weiss.
Where can I watch The Toys That Made Us? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
