Playmates Toys Launches Disney Stitch Interactive Figure at Walgreens

Source: Playmates Toys/The Toy Book

A familiar, koala-like alien is landing at Walgreens stores this fall.

The retailer will serve as the exclusive destination for Playmates Toys‘ Stitch Interactive Figure. Inspired by the character from Walt Disney Animation Studios‘ Lilo and Stitch, the 6.5-inch Magic Motion Figure reacts to kids with more than 40 phrases and sounds in Stitch’s authentic voice.

“We’ve incorporated many of Stitch’s iconic phrases into an animatronic figure to create a super cool, interactive experience,” says Pat Linden, vice president of marketing and product development, Playmates Toys. “Stitch fans — children and millennials alike — will find this unique figure to be the perfect addition to their ohana.”

Stitch features an interactive tilt sensor and articulated eyes, ears, mouth, and head. Using sensors on his head and belly, kids can activate sound and motion effects.

As with many Disney properties, Lilo and Stitch is finding new fans via streaming. The animated films and Lilo & Stitch: The Series are all available on Disney+.

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