Movie Magic: March 2001

The Movie Magic dolls were released by Mattel in the spring of 2001 as the third set in the series. This collection introduced a refreshed design and brand-new packaging. At the time, Mary-Kate and Ashley had updated their hairstyles, and the dolls were designed to reflect these changes. Each doll came with unique accessories, an additional outfit, and a collectible poster featuring images from the promotional photoshoot. The dolls were sold separately.

INTERESTING FACTS

• The Movie Magic dolls featured different hair lengths to reflect Mary-Kate and Ashley's hairstyles at the time-Mary-Kate's hair was shorter, while Ashley's was longer.
• Mary-Kate's doll maintained an equally feminine appearance as Ashley's, as her tomboy phase began to fade with age. As their brand evolved, the focus shifted more toward fashion rather than acting.
• In 2003, Barbie released a doll called Movie Star Barbie, which closely resembled Ashley's Movie Magic doll. Images of this doll and its packaging can be seen below.
• Additionally, in 2000, Barbie introduced Nichelle from the Generation Girl line, which was later repurposed for Mary-Kate's vanity set. Images of this doll are also provided below.

MATTEL PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

These dolls let girls role play as the famous actresses, behind the scenes of their new movie and dressing up for their movie premiere. Each of these popular celebrities come with two complete outfits- a casual look got movie-making fun and a glamorous, dressy ensemble for the movie premiere.

• 29364 Mary-Kate comes with a vanity mirror, beauty accessories and a directors chair.
• 29365 Ashley comes with a film camera, film reels, clapper board, mega phone and a directors chair.

PRICE: $29.95 USD

UPC: 0-74299-29365-8, 0-74229-29364-1

ASSORTMENT: 29364, 29365

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Availability: Sold in the United States and Canada.
• Packaging Variants: Both dolls were available in an alternate packaging design featuring sunglasses attached to their heads. Additionally, a variant of Ashley's doll was released, featuring a different-colored necklace and longer hair.
• Design Team: Judy Swartz (Doll Outfits), Lily Martinez (Collaborative Designer), Erika Kane (Lead Designer).

DOLL SPECIFICATIONS

• Mary-Kate's doll features a smile with her teeth visible..
• Mary-Kate's doll has a left-side part in her hair.
• Ashley: doll smiles with her mouth closed.
• Ashley: doll has a right-side part in her hair.
• Body Mold: Both dolls utilize the Skipper 1987 body mold, designed with a twist-at-the-hip function for added poseability.
• Head Mold: © Dualstar 1999.