The Toys That Made Us

10 Worst Episodes of The Toys That Made Us

The minds behind history's most iconic toy franchises discuss the rise -- and sometimes fall -- of their billion-dollar creations.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 08, 2023.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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#10 - He-Man (Season 1 - Episode 3)

Creators responsible for reviving a toy company's struggling action figure line discuss the epic rise and fall of their billion-dollar empire.

The episode was rated 7.89 from 170 votes.

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#9 - LEGO (Season 2 - Episode 3)

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From humble beginners in the Danish countryside, this maker of interlocking plastic bricks has become the largest toy manufacturer in the world.

The episode was rated 7.88 from 131 votes.

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#8 - Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (Season 3 - Episode 2)

Inspired by Japan's Super Sentai series, composer Haim Saban's groundbreaking vision has since morphed into a decades-long TV and toy dynasty.

The episode was rated 7.69 from 87 votes.

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#7 - G.I. Joe (Season 1 - Episode 4)

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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.

The episode was rated 7.68 from 161 votes.

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#6 - Star Wars (Season 1 - Episode 1)

A small toy company in Cincinnati takes on its biggest licensing project ever, giving birth to the most profitable toy franchise in history.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 259 votes.

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#5 - Star Trek (Season 2 - Episode 1)

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Plagued by years of brand mismanagement and product inconsistency, a popular space franchise must overcome its past in a competitive toy market.

The episode was rated 7.63 from 112 votes.

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#4 - Barbie (Season 1 - Episode 2)

Inspired by a risquΓ© doll from Germany, the co-founder of Mattel toys forever revolutionized the doll industry for young girls.

The episode was rated 7.59 from 163 votes.

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#3 - Hello Kitty (Season 2 - Episode 4)

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With the motto "small gift, big smile" as its business philosophy, Sanrio founder Shintaro Tsuji turned a "kawaii" kitty into a global phenomenon.

The episode was rated 7.38 from 112 votes.

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#2 - Professional Wrestling (Season 3 - Episode 4)

From WrestleMania to retail mania: The creators responsible for wrestling's choke hold on toy store shelves reflect on their triumphs and setbacks.

The episode was rated 7.09 from 86 votes.

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#1 - My Little Pony (Season 3 - Episode 3)

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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.

The episode was rated 6.84 from 79 votes.

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