There are plenty of action figures on toy store shelves that wield swords, spears and guns. But a Florida mom is making the case that a meth-dealing doll goes a step too far.
Mezco Toyz has produced a line of 'Breaking Bad' action figures that feature the AMC show's protagonist, schoolteacher-turned-meth-dealer Walter White, and several of the hit drama's others characters. The Walter doll totes a pistol and comes outfitted with a duffle bag full of cash and a plastic bag of blue crystals. Another character, Jesse, comes with a gas mask and a tray of meth crystals.
Susan Schrivjer of Fort Myers is now urging Toys R Us to remove the toys from shelves, calling the retailer's choice to carry the toy a 'dangerous deviation from their family-friendly values.'
In a petition on Change.org, Schrivjer writes, 'While the show may be compelling viewing for adults, its violent content and celebration of the drug trade make this collection unsuitable to be sold alongside Barbie dolls and Disney characters.' Her petition has been signed by more than 2,500 supporters so far. (It should be noted that 2,500 supporters is a relatively small number compared to other popular petitions on the site. For example, a petition to get Dunkin' Donuts to stop using Styrofoam cups has drawn nearly 290,000 petitioners.)
Toys R Us said in a statement to WFTX of Fort Myers: 'The products you reference are carried in very limited quantities and the product packaging clearly notes that the items are intended for ages 15 and up. Items from this TV series are located in the adult action figure area of our stores.'
The dolls are also being sold by numerous other retailers, including Kmart, Barnes & Noble and Sears. This image from Barnes & Noble's Web site includes the doll's drug-themed accessories:
One person who apparently isn't upset about the action figures? Bryan Cranston, the actor who scooped up an armful of Emmy Awards for his portrayal of White. On Twitter, Cranston dripped with sarcasm in commenting on the petition:
'Florida mom petitions against Toys 'R Us over Breaking Bad action figures.' I'm so mad, I'm burning my Florida Mom action figure in protest
- Bryan Cranston (@BryanCranston) October 20, 2014
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