#3: The Alf Doll
The beloved Alf doll was based on the popular 1980s TV sitcom character ALF (Alien Life Form). Due to the show’s popularity, it gained significant attention, but its discontinuation was linked to the decline in the show’s viewership and changing market dynamics. ALF enjoyed a strong fanbase during its initial run, leading to the creation of the plush Alf doll featuring the alien’s iconic appearance and humorous personality.
However, as the show’s popularity waned in the late 1980s and early 1990s, interest in the Alf doll also diminished. Mattel, the toy’s manufacturer, likely discontinued it due to declining sales and the need to allocate resources to more profitable toy lines. Despite its discontinuation, the Alf doll remains a nostalgic collector’s item for fans of the beloved TV series.