About Plastic Galaxy: How Star Wars Took Over the World!
Plastic Galaxy is the ultimate podcast for Star Wars action figure and toy enthusiasts, collectors, and fans of toy history. Each episode dives deep into the legendary world of Star Wars figures. Whether you grew up with a Luke Skywalker in your pocket or you're just starting your collecting journey, this show explores the history, culture, and nostalgia behind these little plastic heroes.
Send us a text In episode 2 of Plastic Galaxy, we explore the birth of Star Wars merchandising, tracing how George Lucas went from a visionary filmmaker to the mastermind behind one of the most successful toy franchises ever. Discover how Lucas negotiated merchandising rights, why most toy companies initially passed on Star Wars, and how Kenner took a gamble that paid off. We dive into the creation of the Early Bird Certificate—a clever marketing solution that allowed kids to secure their fig...
18 Mar 2025
Ep 3 - The Early Days: From Pre-Production to Distribution
Send us a text In episode 3 of Plastic Galaxy, we dive into the early days of pre-production for the first Star Wars action figures. How did Kenner, with limited information, make decisions about size, design, and which characters would make it into the first line of toys? Learn about Kenner's creative decisions, like the choice of a 3.75-inch scale and how they managed the challenges of color accuracy and figure durability. We also explore how Kenner, despite not having complete designs or m...
18 Mar 2025
Ep 1 - A Brief History of Star Wars Toys
Send us a text In episode 1 of Plastic Galaxy, we set the stage for an incredible journey through the history of Star Wars action figures. From the moment Star Wars hit theaters in 1977, kids everywhere didn’t just want to watch the film—they wanted to own it. Enter George Lucas, who was savvy enough to secure the merchandising rights for the film, changing the course of toy history. Despite big companies like Mego passing on the opportunity, Kenner, a small toy company from Cincinnati, took ...
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