‘Thomas’ Transforms Top Brands

New co-branded ranges will feature mash-ups of Thomas, Blue Ranger, Green Ranger, Leonardo, Donatello, Batman beyond and more.

Fisher-Price is expanding its “Thomas & Friends” minis collection with a new cross-over with Saban’s Power Rangers, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” and the “DC Super Friends” brands.

First, the Power Rangers-inspired line will feature 13 mash-ups, including Thomas as Blue Ranger, Percy as Green Ranger, Rosie as Pink Ranger, Belle as Rita Repulsa and more.

Meanwhile, for “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” the minis collection will highlight nine co-branded toys, including Thomas as Leonardo, James as Raphael, Percy as Donatello, Gordon as Michelangelo, Rosie as April O’Neill and more.

Finally, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, Fisher-Price will expand its collection of DC Super Friends Minis featuring “Thomas & Friends” characters. The 24 new trains will see Hiro as Steel, Victor as Superboy, Rosie as Star Sapphire, Henry as Batman Beyond and more.

“The new ‘Thomas & Friends’ minis based on famous pop culture teams are a cool way of celebrating legendary, epic friendships,” says Mike Pisors, director, toy global brand marketing, “Thomas & Friends,” Fisher-Price. “We love that ‘Thomas & Friends’ is a leader is showcasing positive friendship role models for young children, and we’re thrilled to combine the brand with other popular franchises such as the DC Super Friends and Power Rangers for kids to collect.”