The History of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (1987 Edition)

Special Thanks:
Adam Hurt
Micah Lennon
David Dishun
Mike Smith
Peter Joe
Scott Orr
Eric Lutes
Sean Fewster
The Iron Lords Podcast
Matty C
Anthony D Grate
Derek Neveu
Vince
Jason Salamun
Hubert Aarts
Cameron Johnson
Krishna Mirjah
Stephanie Hazell
Badgerwulf Prime
Bobby Stickel
TomErikus Prime
Jason Swank
Bill Pagan
Cameron Johnson
Luke Wiltshire
Obi
Steve Glosson
Mate Mylar
Chris Lippincott
ZZ Funk
Hans Chow
Bob Hansen
The Greek
“The Big Heel” Danny Blanchard
Mom & Dad

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[BryanBassWME]

I collected up to 94. I only got a few by then. Yes, I was 17 and still buying toys. I'm 46 now and still buying toys. My basement tells my story. And I loved the movie(1987). The new toys feel like a reunion for me. And I love watching your history videos. My big 3 are star wars, Masters of the universe, and GI Joe.

[stormsigma]

I loved all the commercials with their songs that are basically 80's rock guitars while gruff-voiced studio hourly talent singers just sing the descriptions of the toys and how nobody can beat GI Joe. LOL

[BobHansenJokes]

So glad you did this; this was a fun look at 1987 Joe. Yes for all those who think 86 was the last great year, and those who say it's 85, and those who only like up to 84 (yikes guys, live a little), 87 was a huge all-out year. I think the lack of Sunbow representation for so many of those figures, vehicles and playsets hurts the memory a bit, which just goes to show: it's about the characters, not the plastic. :)

[jonsamila]

Just picked up Taurus from the flea market, completed his gear, completed my Renegades, turned on the 1987 movie to celebrate, and then you release this!! So happy!!. These are the best. Thank you.

[cmataxis]

My daughter just watched 23 minutes of this, and the only reason we stopped is because we made it home. You, sir, are a magician, keep up the great work.

[stevenlaroche]

1987 was a better year than I thought! Some really great characters released that year! Great video!!!

[Hawkgold]

I actually think that this is your best GI Joe “year of” video that you’ve done. Delved deeper into some of the ancillary products to the toys. Well done.

[cquinn]

Mercy keeps getting better! Every time I add anything to my collection, ole Mercy talks me through the box opening and inspection! This channel has become mission critical in my acquisitions! Wouldn't be the same without him! Thanks brother truly!

[filmandpage]

This line up had one of my all time favourite figures. Techno Viper! I got him for my birthday, and I loved him.

[damionchudleigh]

I remember sending in the proof of purchase coupons, and I got a GI Joe belt, a figure, and personalized dog tags.

[OGbobbyKUSH]

I loved the Joe movie when I was a kid, and still like to watch it every once in awhile now

[andrewbourne]

Micheal, I've always loved that movie. I've got the vhs, dvd, and blu ray. Can't guess how many times I've seen it. And I think '87 was the last truly great year of the line. Great video.

[luther]

Outback was my all-time favorite figure. Still very awesome.

[iceonthesun]

Tunnel Rat was definitely one of the coolest G.I.JOEs to come out. And one of my favorites for sure.

[KeldorTheWhite]

Really enjoyed this Gi Joe series. Can't wait for the next one as I discovered watching your videos that 87 & 88 were my peak years. Thanks for all your hard work.

[isaacliftsandcycles]

Just started collecting the few childhood gi joes I had, and started collecting all the Joes, he-man, and Transformers I wanted as a child. My Mom didnt have much money when I was growing up, and my Dad only bought me one toy- Rolling Thunder. I collect now for a few reasons- 1) I'm in a great financial position, 2) It's healing for me.. it allows me to give joy to the tender little boy that lives inside of me. It's brought much healing. I appreciate the toys in a different way. Thank you for allowing me to take a peaceful trip down memory lane. Where i can dream about those years, where i can re-live them in a different light. Where i can make those dreams possible.

[cowpuddles]

This was the end of my GI Joe tour of duty. I picked up a few characters here and there after, but ‘87 was the last year I seriously collected. Great review as always, Michael!

[mattyh.]

Wonderful job. Keep up the great work. My kids and I love the nostalgia!

[xxbobsetsfirexx]

Thank you for including the commercials... oh man I'm dying. I forgot how great the jingles used to be and how everything had one..everything was so irritating and in your fsce..I miss those days.

[robseman]

Oh man ... the faux late-80s hair metal soundtracks of those commercials brings back a lot of strange feels. What a time to be a kid.