The Original 12: How Star Wars Toys Changed Everything

In 1977, Star Wars became a global phenomenon… but there were no toys. That’s when a small company named Kenner took a gamble — and released 12 action figures that changed pop culture forever. From Luke’s double-telescoping lightsaber to the legendary Vinyl Cape Jawa, this is the story of the Original 12 — the figures that built a galaxy far, far away… and reshaped the entire toy industry, paving the way for G.I. Joe, He-Man, Transformers, and beyond. Thanks to CAS for sponsoring this video. Use my code PADAWAN10 at checkout to get 10% off your order and for a limited time get 30 Day Express Turnarounds on your order. Visit their website at: https://collectorarchive.com/ Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @thepadawancollectorofficial   Support me on Patreon! Get Awesome Perks!   / thepadawancollector   Subscribe to my new channel - Star Wars Rewind!    / @starwarsrewind   Visit the Official Website of The Padawan Collector https://thepadawancollector.com/ Get Collecting Supplies at the Collector Depot! https://thepadawancollector.com/colle... Get a copy of my Collecting Checklists for your own use! https://thepadawancollector.com/?olsP... Get Your Padawan Collector Gear! https://the-padawan-collector.mysprea... The following links are affiliate links that help the channel. I use these products on my show. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Gear and Services I use to make this show Road Camera - Canon m50 with kit lens - https://amzn.to/478dxwd Studio Camera - Blackmagic 4k - https://amzn.to/47bCRBt Studio Lights - Goddox Lights - https://amzn.to/3rRxnfa Studio Lights - Cube light - https://amzn.to/3YavRkh Model Lights - Neweer Lights - https://amzn.to/3qcrt7R Mic - Blue Yeti Mic - https://amzn.to/47bD5IP Rode Mic - Rode Wireless Go - https://amzn.to/47c60g4 Streamyard - Get $10 off using my link https://streamyard.com/pal/c/65213362... Epidemic Sound - For music that includes a global license for your content. Legally and Financially cleared for your use. https://www.epidemicsound.com/referra... TubeBuddy: https://www.tubebuddy.com/Padawan Social Media Twitter:   / padawancollects   Facebook:   / 599747187737553   Instagram: @thepadawancollector: https://www.instagram.com/thepadawanc... TikTok:   / thepadawancollector   For sponsorship or collaboration opportunities, please email [email protected] #actionfigures #starwars #ThePadawanCollector