Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Toys (Bandai)
The *Mighty Morphin Power Rangers* toy line, produced by Bandai, debuted in 1993 alongside the premiere of the *Mighty Morphin Power Rangers* television series. This toy line quickly became a cultural phenomenon, cementing its place as one of the most popular franchises of the 1990s. The toys were based on the American adaptation of the Japanese *Super Sentai* series and featured a variety of action figures, Zords, role-play items, and collectible merchandise.
Action Figures The core of the toy line was the 8-inch and 5.5-inch action figures of the Power Rangers and their villains. These figures were notable for their vibrant colors and simple, yet effective articulation. The most iconic feature was the *"Auto-Morphin"* figures, which allowed the characters’ heads to flip between their civilian and helmeted Ranger forms with the press of a button. Villains like Rita Repulsa, Goldar, and Lord Zedd also became highly sought after.