Mattel Apologizes for Printing Porn Site on 'Wicked' Doll Packaging
The toy company mistakenly directed consumers to an adult website instead of the official movie page, prompting a recall of dolls from major retailers.
- Mattel's 'Wicked' dolls were intended to promote the upcoming movie but mistakenly included a link to a pornographic site on their packaging.
- The error, which replaced 'wickedmovie.com' with 'wicked.com', was discovered by consumers and quickly spread on social media.
- Mattel has issued a public apology, advising parents to discard or obscure the incorrect URL on the packaging.
- Major retailers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon have pulled the dolls from their shelves following the discovery of the misprint.
- The 'Wicked' movie, starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, is set to premiere in theaters on November 22, 2024.
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