We have a feeling that movie-inspired gifts may just be a popular choice this holiday season (cough, Star Wars). But the Force isn’t only film that will be featured under the tree this year, there are plenty of fun, entertaining and sometimes just plain-silly presents that kids – of all ages – will love, whether their favorite movie is Inside Out, Minions or, yes, Star Wars. Check out these cool movie-inspired gifts for toddlers, kids, tweens and teens!
Inside Out – "I Cry Candy" Bing Bong
Available for $29.99
Ages 4+
Bing Bong, from Pixar’s Inside Out, might have disappeared from Riley’s memories, but that doesn’t mean we should forget him this holiday season. This 10” Bing Bong toy sings "The Bing Bong Song" or says one of six phrases from the movie such as, "I'm part cat, part elephant, part dolphin," when you squeeze his belly. Bing Bong will also cry (virtual) candy tears and he even smells just like cotton candy.
Good Dinosaur – Spot Figure for Disney Infinity
Available for $13.99
Ages 6+
Go on an adventure with Spot of The Good Dinosaur as he uses his survival skills to explore the landscapes in Disney Infinity. You can also pick up the The Good Dinosaur power discs to customize in Toy Box mode. Bonus: the figure of Spot is so cute, he’s just nice to have around even if you’re not playing.
Minions – Kevin Banana Eating Action Figure
Available for $26.99
Ages 4+
Bananas! That’s what the adorable Minion Kevin loves more than anything else. Your child can celebrate their favorite Minion with this soft-skinned interactive toy. His head moves, he has various facial expressions and of course, he also professes his love for bananas!
The Peanuts – Happy Dance Snoopy Feature Plush
Available for $29.99
Ages 2+
A happy dance, especially when performed by the most famous beagle ever – Snoopy – is pretty irresistible. While Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy and the rest of the gang were pop-culture mainstays for generations, our kids may be meeting and falling in love with these iconic characters for the first time. You can never go wrong with Snoopy, and this one dances and reacts to kisses on his nose, from laughing, giving you a raspberry or even giving you a kiss back.
Cinderella – Royal Ball Cinderella Doll
Available for $29.96
Age 3+
You know what’s impressive, how much this doll looks like the actress Lily James from Disney’s Cinderella. While she might be the same size as a Barbie, she is, like Cinderella herself, unique. Another option is the Wedding Dress version of the doll with the iconic gown worn in the film.
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Shaun The Sheep – Plush Doll
Available for $8.88
Ages 1+
After seeing the adorable and thoroughly entertaining movie, it’s hard not to want your own Shaun the Sheep. The cuddly stuffie is suitable for babies, toddlers and even those Shaun the Sheep lovin’ teens.
Goosebumps – Movie Box Book Set
Available for $49.99
Ages 8+
If your kids weren’t totally spooked by the new take on Goosebumps and want more thrills and chills, then pick up some of R.L. Stine original books that inspired the movie. There are plenty to choose from (62 books were published), but a good choice is this Goosebumps movie box set.
Star Wars: The Force Awakens – BB-8 by Sphero
Available for $149.99
Ages: 12 +
Without a doubt, the Force will have a huge presence in presents under the tree this year. One item that will be topping many a list – in the Star Wars category – will be the Sphero BB-8 app-enabled droid. It has “adaptive personality,” “autonomous behavior” and automatic movements via control from your tablet or smartphone. Oh, and he’s adorable. High tech meets cuteness? Yes and yes.
