Hasbro Show Off their First Power Rangers Action Figure

It's easy to forget that Hasbro are now the toy masters of Saban's Power Rangers when you have Star Wars, Marvel Comics and Movies, Transformers and all the other toy lines they crank out at a brisk pace to cloud your mind and devour your wallet. In truth, you really should be excited for the Power Rangers takeover...at least if you are an adult collector! You see, in the past, the PR toy line was approached like any popular kid's toy line in that it was packed with action features and gimmicks tying into the roleplay items, with everything screaming BUY IT ALL!! This is fine and good and it was more than a little successful for many years, but the underserved die-hard fans were out there,  growing older and forced to look to other companies to get their adult collector fix. Where was the unified scale? One size for humans, one for monsters, at the very least, would have gotten collectors excited. Beyond that, we've got likenesses to consider and articulation which, for a show featuring kids who do martial arts, should be top notch. Consequently, these happen to be the things Hasbro has been fine tuning in their Marvel Legends line and now, the transference will be something fantastic to watch...

Power Rangers Build-A-Bears!

Today, Saban Brands and Build-A-Bear Workshop are unveiling a new Make-Your-Own Mighty Morphin Power Rangers furry friends and accessories. This launch marks the first time Power Rangers furry friends and accessories have been offered at Build-A-Bear Workshop and the collection will be available at BuildaBear.com, BuildaBear.Co.Uk and in the US, Canada and U.K. Build-A-Bear Workshop Stores.

In addition to the 2 new furry friends, Build-A-Bear is releasing a line of costumes, accessories and a sound chip, all based on the original hit TV series, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers.

Popples Return with Spin Master

Saban Brands announced today a new licensing partnership with Spin Master Ltd., Canada’s largest children’s toy and entertainment company, who will serve as global master toy licensee for the company’s iconic and re-imagined Popples brand. Slated to launch in 2015, Popples is a new animated children’s series based on the nostalgic characters from the popular 1980’s toy line and television series. Spin Master will produce a full range of children’s toys including small dolls, collectible figures, playsets and plush to hit the U.S. market in 2015, followed by an expanded international program in 2016.

“We are thrilled that Spin Master, a global leader in the toy industry, will serve as the master toy partner for our Popples property,” said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. “With a contemporary design, all-new characters and a wonderful line of toys, an entirely new generation of kids will get the chance to enjoy the hilarious, adorable and wacky adventures of the lovable Popples.”

Saban Presents Power Rangers Dino Charge

The Licensing Expo is in full swing now, which would explain the mind boggling array of news hitting from all points. Idle Hands will be on watch, grabbing the geekiest bits! For the non-Ranger obsessed (who already know all about this show), we are happy to introduce you to the newest incarnation of Saban's Power Rangers for 2015! ....though it's kind of hard to top a crew that could turn into your favorite Rangers from any era. They should have just dropped the mic and left the room after that one.

On prehistoric Earth, an alien entrusted powerful Energems to 12 dinosaurs for protection, but when the dinosaurs went extinct, the Energems were lost. Now an intergalactic bounty hunter is determined to reclaim the gems and destroy the planet. A new team of Power Rangers must fins the lost Energems and use their Dino Chargers to power an arsenal of dino-fueled weapons, zords and Megazords to save the world.

Red Mighty Morphin Power Ranger Joins The 88th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

This Thanksgiving, the legendary Red Mighty Morphin Power Ranger will make his epic debut as he morphs into a giant helium balloon for the 88th annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade® on Thursday, Nov. 27. Marking the first-ever Power Ranger balloon, the Red Ranger will captivate millions of spectators and television viewers nationwide as he flies across the skies of New York during the holiday event.

"We look forward to creating a larger than life Mighty Morphin Power Ranger balloon that will entertain generations of fans while sharing the Power Rangers core values of teamwork, responsibility and helping others," said Elie Dekel, President of Saban Brands. "Seeing the Red Mighty Morphin Power Ranger soar in the Macy's Parade will truly be legendary."

Toy Fair 2014 : 2015 Power Rangers Announced: Power Rangers Dino Charge

Saban's Power Rangers get charged in the next season of the iconic franchise,Power Rangers Dino Charge. Debuting on Nickelodeon in 2015, this new season will deliver all-new dino-fueled action and adventure to fans of all ages. The series will roll out globally later that year. In addition, Bandai America Incorporated will continue to act as the global master toy licensee for the franchise, creating an all-new dinosaur themed product line.

New Power Rangers Shows Coming

We've just gotten word that Power Rangers have returned to Saban, the guys that started it all. The deal puts 700 episodes of Morphin badassedness back in the hands of Saban and drops 20 new episodes on Nicktoons. Toy rights will remain with Bandai who have some awesome plans for the line. Here's the announcement...

Saban Capital Group, Inc., in cooperation with Toei Company Ltd., the original Japanese creator of the Power Rangers television show, announced today that it has acquired the Power Rangers property from The Walt Disney Company. The acquisition represents the return of the global franchise to its original developer, Haim Saban, who introduced the first Power Rangers series in 1993. The acquisition includes worldwide rights to the brand as well as over 700 episodes produced over 17 years.

Power Rangers marks the first property for Saban Brands, the recently formed subsidiary of Saban Capital Group, Inc., which was created to manage and license entertainment properties and consumer brands across media and consumer platforms throughout the world. Concurrent with the acquisition of the Power Rangers franchise, Saban Brands has announced a new, long-term master toy and video game license agreement with BANDAI NAMCO Group. Bandai has been the toy partner for Power Rangers since its inception.

“Power Rangers is one of the world’s leading children’s entertainment properties and we are delighted to see its return,” said Haim Saban, chairman and chief executive officer, Saban Capital Group, Inc. “We are also very proud and excited to renew our long-standing partnership with Namco/Bandai and know that this powerful combination of experience and capabilities will continue to support the global success of Power Rangers.”

Following its introduction in 1993 on the Fox Kids Network, Power Rangers quickly became the most watched children’s television program in the United States. Emphasizing the importance of teamwork, responsibility and helping others Power Rangers follows the always exciting and often humorous adventures of a group of ordinary young people who “morphed” into superheroes. The series has been translated into numerous languages and rose to become the #1 boys brand in the world from 1993-97, based on toy sales and television ratings. The Walt Disney Company acquired the franchise in 2001 as part of its purchase of Fox Family Worldwide, which included Saban Entertainment and its library of children’s programs. To date, Power Rangers has aired in over 60 countries and the property’s licensed products and promotions have generated well over $5 billion worldwide.

“I am confident that the talented management team at Saban Brands will expand our licensing partnerships and capitalize on the significant growth potential of this powerful brand,” said Haim Saban.