10 Disney-Themed Toys Nominated as 2022 Toy of the Year
Disney collectors and toy aficionados will be excited to hear the news that 10 Disney-affiliated products have just been nominated for this years 2022 Toy of the Year Awards. If you’re a collector or are looking for that perfect Disney-themed gift then check out the list of nominees below:
Star Wars L0-LA59 (Lola) Animatronic Edition
Kicking things off is the Star Wars L0-LA59 (Lola) Droid Animatronic Edition action figure from Hasbro, nominated for Action Figure of the Year, this droid is. Inspired by the Obi-Wan Kenobi live-action series streaming only on Disney+. The Lola Droid-themed animatronic figure comes with over 45 different light, sound and movement combinations and three modes of play!
This item retails for $89.99 and you can pre-order yours here.
Cal Kestis Lightsaber
Fans of Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order will be excited to hear that the Cal Kestis Legacy Lightsaber Hilt has been nominated for Grown Up Toy of the Year!. This item is a Galaxy’s Edge exclusive and can be found at Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities. This Legacy Lightsaber Hilt is inspired by the hit video game, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, and was the winner of the first fan vote Legacy Lightsaber Challenge. This Lightsaber collectible comes with a dual lightsaber adapter, so you can recreate the original double-bladed design reminiscent of when the lightsaber was owned by Cal’s Jedi Master, Jaro Tapal, when you purchase a second hilt.
Star Wars Villainous Board Game
This newly released Star Wars: Villainous board game from Ravensburger, was nominated for Game of the Year. Using the award-winning Villainous game system with added elements to fully immerse players in the Star Wars galaxy, this board game allows players to play as an iconic Star Wars villain as players manipulate the field to fulfill their dark destiny.
The game retails for $39.99 and you can order yours online at Target here.
The Muppets- Minifigures
Nominated for Collectible of the Year, the LEGO Minifigures The Muppets set is the first of two LEGO products to be nominated as Toy of the Year Awards finalists. This collection features 12 nostalgic collectible minifigures, including Animal, Beaker, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Fozzie Bear and more, each LEGO minifigure comes in a sealed ‘mystery’ bag with one or more accessories and a collector’s leaflet, making a great collectible gift that will put a smile on anyone’s face.
The figures retail for $4.99 and you can get them from the LEGO store here.
I am Groot
Lovable, mischievous toddler Groot will charm his way into your heart with this LEGO Marvel I am Groot building set has been nominated as a Construction Toy of the Year finalist! Build your own play-and-display Groot that is easy to position and pose.
Groot can also be found at the LEGO Store and you can order yours here for $54.99.
Disney Junior Mickey Mouse Funhouse Treasure Adventure Pirate Ship
The Disney Junior Mickey Mouse Funhouse Treasure Adventure Pirate Ship has received a finalist nomination for this year’s Preschool Toy of the Year. Inspired by Disney Junior’s “Mickey Mouse Funhouse”, the playset features Funny the Funhouse as a pirate ship, complete with Windy the Weathervane, 5 pirate Disney figures and lots of accessories.
The Pirate Ship is currently available to purchase at Target for $51.99 here.
Disney Junior Alice’s Wonderland Bakery 10 Inch Alice & Magical Oven Playset
Receiving a finalist nomination in the Doll of the Year Award category is the Disney Junior Alice’s Wonderland Bakery Alice & Magical Oven Set, which features a light-up oven with phrases and sound effects.
This set is currently available at Amazon and is on sale for $39.97. You can get yours here.
National Geographic Veterinarian Kit for Kids, Interactive Chimp Stuffed Animal Toy with Sounds and Backpack
National Geographic Chimp Care & Nurture Set is a finalist for Plush Toy of the Year! Kids will love snuggling with this super-soft 10-inch chimpanzee plush made with recycled fill and can learn more about chimps and other African animals by scanning the QR code on each item.
The set retails for $32.51 and you can order yours from Amazon here.
DISNEY KINGDOMANIA: SERIES 1 GAME BALL
Nominated as a finalist in the Collectible of the year category, the Disney Kingdomania Series 1 Game Ball from Funko, allows you to combine multiple Game Balls for more players and collect dozens of cute Disney figures,
This item will be available starting this Fall and you can find out more at Funko.
5 Surprise Disney Mini Brands by ZURU (2 Pack) Amazon Exclusive Disney Store Edition
The 5 Surprise Disney Mini Brands Series 4 from Zuru was also nominated as a collectible toy finalist and features perfect replicas of favorite Disney toy characters and over 50 miniatures to collect.
These Mini Brands retail for $15.99 and you can find yours on Amazon here.
Vote Today!
So cast your ballot now as beginning today through Sept. 2, 2022, fans can vote for their favorite franchise toys to win a 2022 Toy of the Year Award. Winners for the 17 categories will be announced at the TOTY Awards Ceremony on Sept. 20 in Dallas.
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