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The Toys That Made Us

Series Overview

The minds behind history's most iconic toy franchises discuss the rise -- and sometimes fall -- of their billion-dollar creations.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedDocumentary
Original Network
Netflix
Episodes & Seasons

3 Seasons • 12 Episodes

Air Date Window

2017 – 2019

Premiered: Fri, Dec 22, 2017

Created By
Brian Volk-WeissBrian Volk-Weiss

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Fri, Nov 15, 2019

Season 3, Episode 4: “Professional Wrestling”

From WrestleMania to retail mania: The creators responsible for wrestling's choke hold on toy store shelves reflect on their triumphs and setbacks.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Toys That Made Us en Netflix

Type: Trailer • Published 2017-12-19

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Brian Volk-Weiss, Tom Stern

Producers

Brian Volk-Weiss, Tom Stern, Cisco Henson, Anne Carkeet, Edwin Zane

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Brian Volk-Weiss

Brian Volk-Weiss

Director

Tom Stern

Tom Stern

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

Canada14+

14+ Parents Strongly Cautioned.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

India (CBFC)U/A 13+

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Toys That Made Us

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What is The Toys That Made Us about?

The minds behind history's most iconic toy franchises discuss the rise -- and sometimes fall -- of their billion-dollar creations.

How many seasons does The Toys That Made Us have?

The Toys That Made Us comprises 3 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Toys That Made Us?

Key cast members in The Toys That Made Us include Donald Ian Black.

Who created or directed The Toys That Made Us?

The Toys That Made Us was developed and directed by Brian Volk-Weiss, Tom Stern.