The wait is finally coming to an end! Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens arrives in theaters tomorrow, December 18. To celebrate the release of the highly-anticipated film, Toy Insider Mom Laurie Schacht brought some of the absolute coolest Star Wars toys of the year to WPIX11 in New York. From a high-flying, remote control Millennium Falcon to some familiar faces standing an astounding 4 feet tall, both kids and adults will love these amazing toys!

YodaStar Wars Legendary Yoda (Spin Master)

  • Train to become a Jedi with Legendary Yoda!
  • This 16-inch figure has a dynamic motorized body movement and full voice recognition. He speaks 115 phrases that will lead you to Jedi Wisdom and Lightsaber mastery.
  • With 160-degree movement, Yoda comes to life with never-before-seen Lightsaber action!
  • Discover 3 distinct modes of play on your path to becoming a Jedi Master. In Warrior Mode, Yoda can be sent on attack, or kids can follow along with his advanced Lightsaber techniques as he guides kids on the path to becoming a Jedi Master. In Force Mode, kids can learn the ways of the Force as Yoda unleashes iconic quotes from the Jedi Order.
  • When the dark side threatens, Yoda’s hand lights up with a glowing “force blast!” Learn to force push and send Yoda flying back. In Wisdom Mode, Yoda answers questions and senses whether kids are strong in the force or are on the dark side when he holds his cane. His voice recognition has six key phrases and he will answer yes or no questions revealing his secrets and wisdom. As the wisest Jedi of all time, Yoda is equipped with a dark side sensor to determine if your intentions are good or evil.
  • Legendary Yoda is an authentic collectable with highly detailed premium latex skin.
  • Wearing a real fabric robe and wielding his light-up Lightsaber, this fully interactive Jedi Master brings all the wisdom and power of the Jedi Order right into your room.
  • Ages: 6+
  • MSRP: $179.99

Kylo Ren Animatronic Interactive Figure (Thinkway Toys)ThinkwayToys.KyloRenAnimatronicFigure

  • This deluxe collector’s edition animatronic figure is produced based on digital data from Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
  • With 31 points of articulation, this villain is highly poseable. Hold Kylo Ren’s Lightsaber™ and wave it for incredible real time interaction with light and stereo battle sound effects!
  • Raise his left arm and watch him come alive with voice and animated actions.
  • Press his chest button to activate Battle or Training mode. Wave the Lightsaber for instantaneous light & stereo battle sound effects!
  • If you are ready to train with Kylo Ren, press his chest button then quickly hold his right hand and make different Lightsaber moves.
  • The Lightsaber will illuminate with amazing sound effects!
  • Kylo Ren will know how you move the Lightsaber and coach you to join him on the dark side. Raise left arm for original voice with motorized head, arm and waist actions!
  • Approximately 17”
  • Age: 4+
  • MSRP: $1299

ThinkwayToys.ChewbaccaChewbacca Animatronic Interactive Figure (Thinkway Toys)

  • This highly interactive Chewbacca with Bowcaster has voice, sound effects, and 4 exciting ways to play!
  • Raise your voice and Chewbacca will engage in Combat Mode. You may also raise his right arm for Bowcaster firing and sound effects!
  • Talk to Chewbacca and he will respond to your voice! Raise your voice and he will react differently!
  • Raise left arm for original voice and animatronic actions.
  • Raise right arm for firing action and sound effects.
  • Highly poseable with 31 points of articulation.
  • More than 10 sayings and sound effects.
  • Voice
  • Ages: 8+
  • MSRP: $129.99

Star Wars Voice Changer Boombox (eKids)eKids.DarthVaderVoiceChanger

  • Now you can sound just like Darth Vader! Join the dark side with Darth Vader lines and real sound effects from the film Saga!
  • You can also connect your MP player to rock out to your own tunes!
  • Change your voice to sound like Darth Vader. Includes Darth Vader phrases.
  • Sound effects from the Star Wars saga.
  • Connect your MP3 player.
  • You can even sing along in Darth Vader’s voice.
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $29.99

SpinMaster.AirHogsMilleniumFalcon2Air Hogs Star Wars Millennium Falcon Quad (Spin Master)

  • Now you can make the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs with the Air Hogs Star Wars Remote Control Millennium Falcon!
  • Fly the most iconic ship in the Star Wars universe right in your own backyard!
  • The Millennium Falcon takes flight with the power of 4 quad propellers concealed in the ducts of the ship. Its authentic lights and sounds bring the Millennium Falcon to life as you fly.
  • Activate Hyperspace mode on the remote control and hold on for a fully loaded hyperspace journey. If your deflector shields go down, you’re still in good shape; the Millennium Falcon is constructed from impact resistant foam making it resilient to a few photon torpedo hits.
  • With 2.4GHz communication, you can control the Millennium Falcon up to 200+ feet away!
  • Join the rebellion and bring Star Wars home with the Millennium Falcon Quad from Air Hogs!
  • Ages: 10+
  • MSRP: $109.99

48” Darth Vader (Jakks Pacific)JakksPacific.48InchDarthVader

  • Straight out of the Star Wars universe comes the Dark Lord of the Sith himself, DARTH VADER in JAKKS BIG FIGS Colossal scale action figure line!
  • Standing a whopping 48” tall Vader includes an amazing motion detection feature.
  • Set him to either “friend” or “foe” mode through a simple belt mounted switch and he will recognize all visitors and issues authentic sound clips and breathing noises (based on the mode you set him in!) in his iconic voice.
  • Even at this size he has seven points of articulation for fully poseable play.
  • Additionally, Darth Vader includes his signature Lightsaber hilt on his belt and a real fabric cape and metal chain.
  • He’s ready to take on the Rebel Alliance and serve his Master in the name of the Empire!
  • Collect all the JAKKS BIG FIG Star Wars Classic Action Figures!
  • May the Force be with you!
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $99.99

JakksPacific.48InchStormtrooper48” First Order Stormtrooper (Jakks Pacific) 

  • From the exciting new film Star Wars: The Force Awakens comes JAKKS BIG FIG Colossal scale 48” First Order Stormtrooper!
  • Equipped with sleek armor and powerful weapons, the Stormtroopers enforce the will of the First Order.
  • At a whopping 48”, this huge Stormtrooper figure includes an amazing motion detection feature.
  • Just press the button on his chest or enter the room to hear iconic voice lines and sound effects from the Star Wars Galaxy.
  • You are on your way to building your own personal army for the New Order with the JAKKS BIG FIG Colossal scale Stormtrooper.
  • Includes 8 points of articulation including an additional elbow swivel for blaster ready poses!
  • Collect all the JAKKS BIG FIG Star Wars Classic Action Figures!
  • May the Force be with you!
  • Ages: 3+
  • MSRP: $99.99

About the author

Christopher Braun

Christopher Braun

Christopher Braun is the editorial assistant at Adventure Publishing Group. He is a recent transplant from Ohio, and spends the bulk of his free time reading, running and exploring his new home in New York. When he’s not at home or in the office, he’s on a park bench somewhere, enjoying fresh air with his nose deep in a novel or magazine. With a lifelong interest in literature and art, Christopher loves any toy that helps kids share their creativity and imagination with family and friends. He thinks coloring books and crayons are necessary for a fulfilling life and no home is too small for a craft closet. To keep up with Christopher, follow him on Twitter @chrisjamesbraun.

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