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Originally Posted by ComicGuy89

Samurai, as many have said here, was marketing done right (at least early on). It just proves that no matter how bad Power Rangers may be, if it's marketed well, it will have its share of viewers.

Another thing to remember is that kids don't necessarily have Shinkenger as a comparison, nor would they necessarily want Shinkenger. As a kid, I was terrified of Japanese Toku that was shown on TV, because the threats were more real and the monsters more menacing. Power Rangers helped me overcome the "Toku phobia" I had developed by being more kid-friendly.

Also, while the toys aren't the best Power Rangers has to offer, but they are well-distributed and comprehensive, thus taking up a sizable amount of shelf-space at retail. In many regions, they have overshadowed even big-name boy brands like Transformers, Star Wars and Marvel Superheroes. A good shelf-presence has to account for something.

Here's hoping Saban and Bandai learn from this to expand their market. How about a worldwide debut of Power Rangers for once?

I know Canada would like that.