Long before streaming and digital downloads took over, movie magic lived on through the toys that came with it. These collectibles turned favorite characters into playtime legends, making every trip to the theater just the beginning of the fun.
These toys looked fun on the box, but their instructions turned playtime into a puzzle of its own.
Some childhood memories come wrapped in warm nostalgia, while others remind us of the times we darted out of the living room in panic. Whether it was horror, embarrassment, or pure shock, certain movie and TV moments had us running for cover.
There was a time when Saturday morning cartoons were just a warm-up for the real stars. The commercials. These toy ads knew exactly how to tap into our imagination and sense of adventure.
Here's a nostalgic look at 20 everyday places that felt massive during childhood but seem surprisingly small when revisited as an adult.
These toys may have seemed harmless on store shelves, but their backstories reveal something far more unsettling.