Mattel apologizes after 'Wicked' doll packaging has link to adult site
Mattel has some wicked problems after a packaging error occurred with the upcoming movie's collectible dolls. "Wicked" dolls manufactured by Mattel misprinted the promotional movie website wickedmovie.com. The misprint, which left the word movie out of the URL, directed consumers to an adult-rated website.
Mislabeled ‘Wicked’ doll packages with link to adult film site pulled by stores
But, a labeling error on the packaging directed fans to an adult film website instead of the official “Wicked” movie link, www.wickedmovie.com. The dolls in the incorrect packaging have been pulled from Target's and Walmart's online storefronts and taken down from Amazon's site as of Nov. 11, according to CNBC.
A 'Wicked' mistake: Mattel apologizes for printing a porn site on its doll packaging
Mattel is pulling its Wicked dolls from some store shelves because of a misprint directing shoppers to a pornographic site. Meanwhile, resellers are listing the products on eBay for up to $500.
'Wicked' movie dolls are being pulled from store shelves for a naughty reason
The URL on the "Wicked" dolls just says "wicked," which brings up an age verification message and some extremely explicit sexual content on a long-established pornographic website. According to the packaging, the dolls are designed for children 4 and up. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
Adult Pron Site Link on Wicked Dolls Packaging Prompts Mattel Apology
The Wicked movie, directed by Jon M. Chu, is set to release in theaters on November 22 and is expected to perform well at the box office. Mattel, meanwhile, is working swiftly to rectify the error and restore confidence in the *Wicked* merchandise collection.
'Unfortunate error': 'Wicked' dolls with porn site on packaging pulled from Target, Amazon
The dolls were removed from Amazon and Target after a labeling error linked consumers to a pornographic website.
Mattel pulls thousands of ‘Wicked’ dolls off shelves after printing adult website on packaging
Thousands of Mattel’s “Wicked”-branded fashion dolls are flying off shelves, but not because of consumer demand.
Mattel says it ‘deeply’ regrets misprint on ‘Wicked’ dolls packaging that links to porn site
Toy giant Mattel says it “deeply” regrets an error on the packaging of its “Wicked” movie-themed dolls, which mistakenly links toy buyers to a pornographic website.
Mattel warns parents of mislabeled ‘Wicked’ doll packages with link to adult film site
In a statement to TODAY.com, Mattel confirmed the mislabeling. The toy company said it “was made aware of a misprint on the packaging of the Mattel Wicked collection dolls, primarily sold in the U.S., which intended to direct consumers to the official WickedMovie.com landing page.”
See the naughty reason 'Wicked' dolls are being pulled from store shelves
It might be too late for you to get one from store shelves. Mattel is pulling its line of "Wicked" dolls from shelves and online stores after it was discovered the packaging mistakenly listed an explicit adult website instead of the movie site.
‘Wicked’ Dolls Pulled From Stores After Porn Site Packaging Misprint
Mattel’s "Wicked" movie dolls are pulled from at least three major retailers following a packaging misprint that lists a porn site.
‘Wicked’ Dolls: Mattel Apologizes for Mistakenly Linking to Adult Porn Site on Packaging
"We deeply regret this unfortunate error and are taking immediate action to remedy this. Parents are advised that the ...
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