Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time
Star Wars (Kenner → Hasbro, 1977–present) or ThunderCats (LJN, 1985–1987)
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Why This Battle Matters
Can the roar of ThunderCats outshout the vast cosmos of Star Wars? Here's a showdown that slices deeper than mere nostalgia—it’s a duel of cultural titans. ThunderCats, with its brief but brilliant blaze in the mid-80s, brought us a universe where every character felt like the lead of their own epic. Contrast that with the sprawling Star Wars saga, a colossal franchise that redefined not just action figures but the very fabric of pop culture. The stakes? Which line truly captures our collective imagination and which is a mere echo of childhood rooms. As you decide, ask yourself: is it the breadth of a universe or the depth of a narrative that resonates more with you?
🔥 Fan Takes
How Fans Are Voting
In this battle:
Fans currently prefer Star Wars (Kenner → Hasbro, 1977–present) over ThunderCats (LJN, 1985–1987) when it comes to the greatest Action Figure Lines of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick Star Wars (Kenner → Hasbro, 1977–present) 85.7% of the time over ThunderCats (LJN, 1985–1987).
Across all battles:
Star Wars (Kenner → Hasbro, 1977–present) win rate: 78.9%
ThunderCats (LJN, 1985–1987) win rate: 25.8%
Fan FAQs
Who's the #1 contender on GoatWars in the Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time league?
Star Wars (Kenner → Hasbro) holds the title of the #1 contender in the Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time league. Check out how they stack up against the competition on the GOAT List.
What's the appeal of ThunderCats figures despite trailing behind Star Wars?
Fans love ThunderCats for their unique, vibrant designs and the strong sense of nostalgia tied to the 1980s cartoon series. Although they're behind in the polls, their dedicated fan base appreciates the distinctiveness and rarity of these figures, which often amps up their collector value.
Why is Star Wars dominating ThunderCats in the Greatest Action Figure Lines of All Time league?
Star Wars action figures have been a massive part of pop culture since 1977, pulling generations into their orbit. The sheer length of its run and the vast universe of characters give it a nostalgia factor that's hard to beat. Plus, they've been consistently popular, which keeps them top-of-mind and top-of-polls in fan voting on GoatWars.