Jurassic Park is a Sci-Fi action movie released on the 9th of June 1993 by Universe Pictures. Gerald R. Molen and Kathleen Kennedy produced the movie; meanwhile, the renowned Steven Spielberg directed it. Jurassic Park is based heavily on a 1990 novel of the same title, written by Michael Crichton.
The movie was set on an island named Isla Nublar, where billionaire John Hammond and his team of intelligent genetic scientists have created a park that houses extinct dinosaurs. The park was supposed to be a recreation center that will attract tourists from all over the world, but when the park was due to open, tragedy struck. A disgruntled employee sabotaged the park. Then, several dangerous dinosaurs went on the rampage.
Jurassic Park was the first movie of what would later become a media franchise.
In creating toy replicas of the characters depicted in Jurassic Park, more than six toy producing companies have a toy line produced after the characters of the Jurassic Park movie. Kenner, however, is the first company with the right to produce Jurassic Park character replicas and Kenner’s products consist of a lot of original products. Kenner’s product set incredibly lofty expectations for other toy companies to achieve.
The top the best ten Jurassic Park toys ever produced:
10. Mattel’s Real Feel Mosasaurus (2018)
Mattel released the Mosasaurus action figure in 2018, along with the Legacy Collection. This figurine is 28 inches long (71cm) replica of the first aquatic, reptilian dinosaur depicted in the Jurassic Park film, renowned for its theatric show while eating a shark hanging from a hook and for killing the Indominus Rex late on in the movie.
The boxed toy includes a detached Mosasaurus, but it has detailed instruction on how to assemble the dinosaur. Also, real feel rubber skin covers the toy and gives it a realistic feel. Being that this action figure does not have any electronic device, coupled with the fact that it is entirely rubber, water can do no damage to this magnificent figure.
9. Kenner’s Triceratops (1993)
This figurine is among the first-ever action figures adapted from Jurassic Park. Kenner produced it in 1993 along with a complete Jurassic Park toy line. The Triceratops is a horned Dinosaur that appeared in the movie Jurassic Park, although it only appeared as a sick Dinosaur at the beginning of the film. The film used a Triceratops instead of the Stegosaurus that appeared in the novel.
The Triceratops action figures came with a Head Ramming Attack, triggered by squeezing the toy’s belly. It also has a damaged wound that normal skin can easily replace. The Triceratops is one of the largest Jurassic Park dinosaurs modeled by Kenner.
8. Hasbro’s Electronic Re-Ak A-Tak Dilophosaurus (2001)
The Dilophosaurus is an action figure released with other action figures as part of Hasbro’s Jurassic Park III toy line in 2001. Hasbro modeled this action figure after the Dilophosaurus that appeared in Jurassic Park. Its unique ability to emit venom from its mouth and its distinct retractable neck frill characterize this dinosaur.
This Dilophosaurus action figure has an excellent paint job and two different sound effects, one is a resounding Dino roar, and the other is an agonizing cry. The action figures also have moveable forearms and legs, with frill out and mouth open, and they are bigger than the Dilophosaurus depicted in the movies.
7. Mattel’s Destroy ‘N Devour Indominus Rex (2019)
In 2019, Mattel released a toy line of large Jurassic Park action figures with the title Dino Rivals. Amongst this incredible toy line is the Destroy ‘N Devour Indominus Rex. The Indominus Rex action figure features battle-ready moveable arms and legs and very wide jaws that can open and close. Mattel modeled this action figure after the Indominus Rex in Jurassic World.
The Indominus Rex is a man-created Dinosaur where Jurassic World scientists combined the DNA of many animals. The genetic cocktail includes Tyrannosaurus rex, cuttlefish, velociraptor, and treefrog DNA, amongst others. The Indominus rex is white and can camouflage itself because of cuttlefish DNA. The Mosasaurus landed the killing blow on the Indominus Rex in Jurassic World after an encounter with the Velociraptors and the Tyrannosaurus Rex.
6. Hasbro’s Electronic Re-Ak A-Tak Brachiosaurus (2001)
Hasbro released the Brachiosaurus action figures as part of their Jurassic Park III toy line in 2001. The action figure has a loud electronic Dino roar which the movement of the figurine’s tail triggers. It also has moveable legs, which enable the action figure’s moving action. The Brachiosaurus action figure also has a clear visible wound on its right side, which, when pressed, makes the action figure give off a loud high pitch agonizing roar.
Mattel modeled this action figure after Brachiosaurus in the Jurassic Park film. The Brachiosaurus in the movie was a docile and friendly dinosaur. It even seemed willing to play with some tourists.
5. Kenner’s Bush Devil Tracker (1993)
The Bush Devil Tracker, also known as the Jurassic Park Jeep, is a popular vehicle in the Jurassic Park film. The workers of Jurassic park often drive this vehicle while moving throughout the facility. Famously, the Tyrannosaurus Rex chased after this Jeep in the film.
Together with the first Jurassic Park toy line in 1993, Kenner Products released the Bush Devil Tracker replica. It looks exactly like the on-screen jeep. The 10 inches toy vehicle comes with a working Tranq-missile launcher and a lengthy Dinosaur snare. The figure also has a removable Dino-damaged windshield, and the vehicle has enough room to carry most of your Jurassic Park action figures at a time.
4. Kenner’s Velociraptor (1994)
Originally portrayed as very intelligent in the movie, the Velociraptors were quick to change viewers’ perspectives and became the film’s villain. Jurassic Park depicted the Velociraptors as highly intelligent and extremely fast pack hunters.
As part of Kenner’s second series of Jurassic Park toys in 1994, these Velociraptors replicas were an upgrade to the first series. This action figure consists of a cool velociraptor with slashing jaws enabled by squeezing its legs together. This action figure also consists of a capture gear and two tracking tags.
3. Hasbro’s Dino Tracker: Alan Grant Vs Velociraptor (2009)
Hasbro released the Dino Trackers with the 2009 Jurassic Park series. The Dino Trackers consist of toys that have both a human action figure and a Dinosaur in a standoff. This particular action figure consists of Dr. Alan Grant and a Velociraptor.
Dr. Alan Grant is one of the protagonists in Jurassic Park, depicted as a Paleontologist. He primarily works at a dig site. The CEO of In Gen, John Hammond, invited Dr. Grant to Isla Nublar so he can see the wonders of Jurassic Park. Dr. Grant accepted the offer in a bid to secure more funds for his research. On arrival, Dr. Grant was astonished by the real-life Dinosaurs on exhibition. His day quickly soured when T-Rex managed to escape its cage. Dr. Alan Grant, in a bid to save John Hammond’s grandchildren, tried to fight off Velociraptors in the movie.
These actions brought about the inspiration for this toy. Dr. Alan Grant’s action figure comes with a working Dino claw. Meanwhile, a velociraptor goes with Dr. Grant, ready to face off against him.
2. Mattel’s Amber Collection Owen Grandy (2019)
Mattel released Owen Grady’s 6 inches action figures in the 2019 Amber Collection. These action figures have a set of extra exchangeable hands, moveable limbs and joints, and a display stand. This figure comes with a knife accessory. Mattel modeled these action figures after Jurassic World’s Owen Grady, played by Chris Pratt.
Owen Grady (Chris Pratt) in the film is a retired U.S. Navy and a behaviorist employed by InGen to train the Velociraptors (Against Grady’s recommendations, InGen are looking to train the velociraptors and use them to fight a war). Owen Grady developed a relationship with the Raptors and sometimes fancied himself as their alpha.
Unfortunately, after a disastrous strike against the Indominus Rex, the rampaging hybrid assumed the role of the Velociraptors alpha. So, they began to hunt humans upon their alpha’s order. Eventually, Owen Grady managed to regain the Raptors’ trust, and they attacked the Indominus rex to save him.
1. Kenner’s Tyrannosaurus Rex (1993)
The Tyrannosaurus rex appeared in Jurassic Park as a fierce predator and a huge carnivore. The movie originally depicted her as a villain until she saved some humans from other Dinosaurs on the island. Bold, domineering, fearless, and intelligent acts in keeping intruders off her territory characterized Rexy, the iconic Tyrannosaur of the film. She also is a master of stealth, as she sneaked up on people without anyone seeing nor hearing her.
The Tyrannosaurus rex action figure is the largest and most exquisite action figure released in the 1993 Jurassic Park toy line by Kenner Products. The action figure is a maroon color with black stripes, and she comes with an electronic roar and stomping sound.
Conclusion
While the toy companies designed these toys for kids and early teenagers to play with, and the older versions (Kenner’s product) are fast becoming valuable collectibles.
Being the first film in this media franchise, Jurassic Park makes all its toys and action figures a benchmark for the rest of the movies and other media that make up the franchise. With exceptional products from Kenner, Hasbro, and Mattel, a high standard has been set for other companies to build on.
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