Playskool Versions
1983 version, with bendable arms
1995 Mr. Potato Head, advertised for Toy Story, and also inside it's box
Mr. Potato Head is originally by Hasbro's Playskool Company in 1952. The original 1950's version came just with his parts and you needed to provide the potato to make the actual Mr. Potato Head. It was the first toy to ever be advertised on TV, and sold over one million kits in the first year. In 1964, they finally included a plastic body. in 1975, the body was doubled in size and the dimensions of the accessories were also increased. In 1987, he became the spokespud for the annual Great American Smokeout and got rid of his pipe. In 1995, with the release of Toy Story, his design was changed up a little bit. In the film, he is voiced by Comedian Don Rickles. Jumping to 2011, his design was changed up, and is commonly referred to as Jason.
Toy Story Collection
Toy Story Collection Mr. Potato Head's Prototype
The Thinkway Toys Toy Story Collection (Now named "Toy Story Signature Collection") Mr. Potato Head is, like the other toys in the toyline, advertised to be the most screen-accurate version of the film character ever released. It is a joint release by Hasbro and Thinkway.
Features
He comes with a plastic potato body with feet attached to it. The removable parts he has are a derby hat, 2 pink ears, a pair of regular eyes, a pair of angry eyes, 2 arms, a nose, a mustache, an open smile, and a teethy frown. The toy also has voice recognition, and loud sounds could make his parts fall off.
Inaccuracies
- No storage compartment.
- Eyes are not separate
- Electronic
- Has legs
- Shoes are not detachable