1990 Jetsons “The Movie” Cosmic Digital Watch – Innovation Time Corporation

A 1990 licensed Jetsons: The Movie digital wristwatch featuring a 3D spaceship lid design, produced by Innovation Time Corporation under license from Hanna-Barbera and Universal Studios, in excellent unopened condition.

This officially licensed digital wrist watch was released in 1990 to coincide with the animated feature film Jetsons: The Movie. It was produced by Innovation Time Corporation and distributed under license from Universal City Studios, Inc. and Hanna-Barbera Productions, Inc., with Hamilton Products Inc. listed as the licensing agent. The watch features a 3D moulded character spaceship lid that lifts to reveal a working digital display. The packaging promotes it as “Cosmic watches – out of this world!” and includes detailed operating instructions on the reverse. The bright purple blister card design showcases Jetsons characters George, Judy, and Astro, aligning with the film’s promotional artwork.

Model number JET3008 is printed on the reverse alongside manufacturer credits. The back text confirms: “©1990 Innovation Time Corporation. ©1990 Universal City Studios, Inc. Jetsons ®Property © Hanna-Barbera Productions, Inc. Licensed by Hamilton Products, Inc.”Packaging is also marked “Assembled in China.” This collectible stands as a nostalgic piece of 1990s cartoon merchandising, reflecting the rise of digitaltoy watches and the crossover between pop culture and technology of the late 20th century.

Features

Measurements: 270 mm high x 130 mm wide x 30 mm deep

Condition: Excellent – unopened original packaging with clear display blister

Date Note: Confirmed 1990 release tied to Jetsons: The Movie theatrical launch and associated merchandise.

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Made from the following materials

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Country:

China

Starting as early as 1000 BC, China’s dolls and toys evolved from ancient wooden and clay figures to the mass production of modern toys. Iconic creations like shadow puppets, porcelain dolls, and modern action figures showcase China’s blend of tradition and industrial prowess.

Founded in 1957 by animation pioneers William Hanna and Joseph Barbera, Hanna-Barbera Productions, Inc. became one of the most influential studios in television history. Renowned for creating beloved cartoon characters such as The Flintstones, Yogi Bear, Scooby-Doo, The Jetsons, and Tom and Jerry, the studio revolutionised animation for TV audiences around the world. Known for their innovative “limited animation” techniques, Hanna-Barbera made high-quality cartoons accessible to a mass audience during the golden age of Saturday morning television. Their characters not only defined a generation of childhoods but also inspired countless toys, dolls, and collectibles that remain treasured pieces of pop culture history today.

Produced by:

Hanna Barbera

Innovation Time Corp.

Product Code:

T0108

Dimenions:

270(h)