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Toys and Games ➔ Action Figure, M.U.S.C.L.E.
Identifier:
2018.25.148Description:
M.U.S.C.L.E. men stand ofr "Millions of Unusual Small Creatures Lurking Everywhere", and where 2" tall rubber figures. They were based on Japanese comic book and cartoon wrestling character Kinnikuman (Muscle Man), and these figures were originally produced by BanDai, but distributed by Mattel in the 80's. The first figures were all flesh colored, and later produced in different colors. They were sold in 4-packs, 10 packs, or 28 packs. Only the first two had names, the rest were only referred to by numbers. There are 233 U.S. characters, and some Japanese only ones.Date:
circa 1980Current Location Status:
In StorageCollection Tier:
Tier 3Source:
Museum PurchaseExhibit/Program:
TOYS! (2018 – 2020)This GRPM original exhibit featured toys and games from the museum’s collections in meticulously crafted displays representing childhood in different eras. This interactive, multi-generational exhibition of toys and games is sure to rekindle childhood memories and spark the creation of new ones.
Related Entity:
Mattel Inc. (creator)Mattel is an American company founded in El Segundo, California in January 1945 by founders Harold Matson and Elliot Handler. They produce toys for infants and children including Barbie, Matchbox cars, American Girl dolls, and many others. Since their founding, Mattel has purchased other toy companies including Fisher-Price and Tyco Toys, and collaborates with others such as Disney, making it one of the most successful and revenue producing toy companies in American history.