Pop Insider Senior Editor James Zahn joined The List to show off the hottest toys of the summer. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the spring and summer, be sure to check our sister publication The Toy Insider and its complete Toy Insider Spring and Summer Gift Guide.
The Toys of Summer on The List
JURASSIC WORLD THRASH ‘N DEVOUR TYRANNOSAURUS REX
Get ready for thrilling action and adventure with the upcoming Jurassic World Dominion film coming to theaters in June! This feature figure has enhanced chomp and side-to-side thrashing action and comes with a cool marbleized look. Press the button for an open-mouthed CHOMP and ROAR! Move the tail side to side for dramatic thrashing action and sounds. Sounds enhance the chomping and thrashing motions during dinosaur action play.
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- Manufacturer: MATTEL
- MSRP: $49.99
DISNEY AND PIXAR’S LARGE SCALE ACTION CHOP BUZZ
There's a secret mission in uncharted space. This large, talking, action-chopping Buzz Lightyear will bring big thrills and laughter to fans of the Space Ranger from Disney and Pixar's Toy Story. This 12 in scale action figure of the spaceman speaks more than 30 movie phrases, like "To infinity, and beyond!" by activating the red button on his chest. He also makes a dynamic chopping action complete with sounds — just press the button on his back! With multiple movable joints in addition to the special features, fans will discover interactive fun on a large scale. This Buzz Lightyear figure has a truly movie-authentic look with his iconic Space Ranger suit, complete with a helmet that opens and closes.
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- Manufacturer: MATTEL
- MSRP: $29.99
THOR THE GOAT BOAT
Battle onboard Thor’s flying ship. The longboat is drawn through the skies by legendary Toothgnasher and Toothgrinder, who are raised off the ground so kids can easily push the ship along as they play. Includes five minifigures — Thor, Mighty Thor, Valkyrie, Korg, and Gorr — as well as a host of weapons and accessories, including Stormbreaker. Central cabin features an opening roof for access to extra play space inside and authentic accessories such as a boat wrench, fire extinguisher, map of New Asgard, bottle, and a sunstone crystal.
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- Manufacturer: LEGO
- MSRP: $49.99
