LJN

From WE Computers Museum
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LJN
Type Brand of Ringside Collectables
Founded 1970
Headquarters New York City, New York, U.S.A.
Key people Jack Friedman, founder
Industry toys
Products toys
Number of people not disclosed
Website N/A

LJN is a brand by Ringside Collectables.

Foundation

LJN Toys Ltd. was founded by Jack Friedman in 1970.

Aquisition by MCA

On March 26, 1985, MCA acquired 63% of LJN Toys for $39.8 million in stock.

Acquisition by Acclaim

On March 13, 1990, Acclaim purchased LJN Toys.

It was dissolved in 1995.

Brand name revival

Ringside Collectables revived the LJN brand in 2018.

LJN-published games owned by WEC Museum

Title Year System Notes
Gotcha! The Sport! 1990 NES The WEC Museum owns the NES version.