Friday, 22 December, 2000, 09:20 GMT
Presents of Christmas future
http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/uk/newsid_1079000/1079976.stm[...]
"People say licensed toys tend to be popular for a few years, then drop
away, only to return. However, I suspect that such toys will continue to
be extremely popular in years to come."
Tracy Island, a model of International Rescue HQ from the re-released
1960s Thunderbirds TV series, was 2000's surprise hit.
But Mr Baulch warns that bringing out toys to link with any old retro TV
show is not a foolproof formula for success.
"When Thunderbirds came back on TV, dads sat down for some nostalgia and
the kids got hooked too. The toys sold because it is a brilliant
programme that still stands up."
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