The first monster and horror toys were out in the 50s and 60s mostly commonly known monsters like Dracula and Frankenstein. In 1979 Kenner changed the game released the 18 inch Alien figure. They released horror toys intermittedly up until the last fifteen years where the horror genre has exploded in popularity.
With companies like NECA, Mcfarlane, Mezco and Hot Toys releasing amazing action figures playsets and statues from Hellraiser to Nightmare on Elm Street just to name a few.
The surge of popularity added a whole new level of collectibles, catering to an adult audience.
Everyone needs Freddy Krueger’s glove or Michael Myers mask. What was the first horror movie you watched?