Star Wars action figures
The Kenner toy company produced a line of Star Wars action figures based on prominent characters in the original Star Wars movie trilogy. Over 90 unique action figures were produced and sold from 1977 to 1985.
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These plastic action figures were usually smaller than four inches and
typically moved at five points on their bodies, but there were many
differences and unique qualities in the individual figures that
departed from these norms. Kenner's Star Wars action figures were
produced along with vehicles and playsets based on the Star Wars
movies. The action figures were typically sold in clear plastic
packaging attached to product cards. The backs of the cards usually
promoted (and sometimes enumerated) all available action figures,
upcoming figures and related products. "12-back" cards promoted a line
of 12 action figures, "20-back" cards promoted a line of 20 action
figures, etc.
The toy line was reintroduced in 1997 to tie in with the release of the Special Editions of the original trilogy. Kenner was absorbed into Hasbro shortly afterwards.
Although Hasbro continues to produce a variety of toys relating to all six Star Wars films, the original Kenner toys are the most sought-after by collectors.
The toy line was reintroduced in 1997 to tie in with the release of the Special Editions of the original trilogy. Kenner was absorbed into Hasbro shortly afterwards.
Although Hasbro continues to produce a variety of toys relating to all six Star Wars films, the original Kenner toys are the most sought-after by collectors.