Toyshop on Tour Collector Special - Jonathan Ross - Denys Fisher - Diaclone - Micronauts - Mego

Joe and Gav explore one of the biggest toy collections so far!! and it just happens to belong to the great Jonathan Ross!
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[@pixelezio]

Don't mind me, just rewatching this video for the 4th time. 👋

[@mgl76]

Good to hear 👍

[@56postoffice]

Jonathan's the ultimate nerd. Has been for years. He knows his Marvel, DC, manga, Star Wars et al. And it's great his wife has similar tastes.

[@Vandalle.]

Actually loved this. I've obviously heard for years and years about how he's into comics and toys but I never knew fully to what extent, I wasn't expecting anything like this, and I still didn't get to see any comics, just awesome though. I reckon he probably loved having the chance to show it off a bit too.

[@antonius9]

Jonathan's passion is wonderful to see. Thank you for this video.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks for watching!!

[@clancysmith4540]

I love that you can pause the video at just about any point in the episode and zoom around the background to see any number of incredible things they didn’t even get a chance to talk about. It’s like the toy collector’s ultimate cabinet of curiosities.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Not half!

[@clancysmith4540]

There was a ‘blink and you’ll miss it’ moment where he points to a toy (IN BOX!) and says ‘there’s a transformers like toy’ and instantly moves on. I’m pretty sure that was a Soundwave-before-he-was-Soundwave. Ridiculous. I love it.

[@broken1394]

Sid James signed photo jumped out at me. ❤

[@ninelivecat]

Knew he was a collector didn't;t realize how much of a comprehensive knowledge he had though pretty impressive was hoping he would mention Warren magazines with his Vampirella poster

[@Groglor]

awesome to hear the stories and facts. cool toys. before my time a bit but i like them

[@stephenbunting9020]

I don't think Jonathan took a breath the whole episode!! If you want to know what passion looks like this is it. Incredible and good on him for living his best life.

[@chopwinsky]

I think I enjoyed this more than any museum or gallery I've ever been to

[@solidkingcobra]

40:00 RESPECT when he commissioned the piece and distributed the prints!

[@theevilascotcompany9255]

I feel better about myself and my collection now, seeing Ross has created an entire civilization in his own home.

[@philippemarois5828]

WoW 🤩 so much fun to watch !!

[@toyscavenger]

Jonathan's one of those ultimate collectors that we all aspire to be one day. His collection is his personality, and his personality comes out in his collection. Its individual, Fantastic to see it.

[@graemejohnson9025]

Wow that guy is Fat.. diabetes warning, obesity warning… Will be a social welfare bludger when he get sick.. get rid of him..

[@theculturedthug6609]

All piad for by you and me ie bbc money...

[@DC42087]

Easier when you have millions in the bank

[@makeittillufakeit]

@@theculturedthug6609 your 10000000% percent right, cheeky fucker should work for free

[@makeittillufakeit]

@@DC42087 lets not be pious and act like we wouldnt do the same

[@Allthepies]

What a sound bloke. You can tell he genuinely enjoys being around ppl who also collect. Top video lads

[@MusicKnowledge1]

Jonathan is a collector too i love it, never would of guessed it.

[@skabtheviking]

This needs a sequel. Hopefully Jonathan agrees to do more in depth.

[@freddyhat9796]

I'll take a weekly series if he's up to it.

[@EtonieE25]

Yep totally agree 👍

[@Shan51AudioAlchemist]

Absolutely

[@derekhart3308]

Totally love see more fascinating stuff infact should make a show for TV as well!!

[@mikeledger2614]

This could easily be a trilogy…I’d love to check in twice a year if possible thank you.

[@TheMasterNo6]

As a tv presenter I went off Johnathan Ross years ago, but as a fellow toy collector, I could spend all day discussing toys with him. You gave him and his collection the attention they deserved - unlike Fiona Bruce on an Antiques Roadshow Toy special that was shown last month, in which she characteristically mocked him and gave him all of what, 5 mins airtime? My biggest regret was selling my 500 plus Action Man collection to Alan Hall....wish I'd never done it. Prices went up the moment I had sold them to him....if I ever become wealthy I shall buy up a shedload of mint items again....one can dream...

[@SpoonJarFilms]

I think it was 3min 30s of Jonathan despite it being the lead in the Radio Times review and The Metro! It’s strange that action figure toys are still looked down upon on the Antiques Roadshow, they seem to prefer old stuffed bears and tin toys. The great thing about us being on KZbin is we can dedicate an hour to a collection and try and go into some detail and it finds it’s audience. Thanks for watching.

[@ohcrikey-bd6dr]

​@@SpoonJarFilms nothing strange about it. Action figures aren't anywhere near old enough to be considered 'antiques'. Old stuffed bears and tin toys are.

[@darylwright2542]

Does Jonathan sleep!?? How does he find time while holding a celeb career down. Absolutely amazing video and collection. Love his passion and it would take days to appreciate that collection fully. Thanks for sharing.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

He is an extraordinary chap. Always busy yet amenable, kind and makes time for others. He made another video with us at the end of last year. See part 1 of our Italian Job special!

[@MotiviqueStudio]

Every time I learn a new thing about Jonathan Ross I love him more.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

He makes a lovely coffee as well 👍

[@joeclutton9379]

What a legend. Hard to find anyone as passionate about there collection anywhere.

[@FRENETIC11]

Amazing. Never ever thought he was a collector and a massive one at that.

[@blake6053]

There's me thinking my hot wheels collection was getting out of control, amazing collection amazing to see all these toys.

[@darrendann8617]

Cheers Gav for introducing me to your channel. This was a great watch 👍🏻

[@poboxchristmas380]

I live in the states and my first introduction to Jonathan Ross was from a small clip of him on the Nirvana documentary: Live, Tonight, Sold Out. I never would have ever imagined that he was a fellow toy collector and artist. Mr. Ross comes across as a very passionate and dedicated collector. His collection showcases his keen eye for the art of vintage toys. Through his collection (as well as his own artistic contributions) he is providing a much needed service of preserving a great history. This was a brilliant video, well done!

[@Ianlee1977]

My respect for Jonathan Ross's toy collection and his knowledge has gone off the roof. Amazing how the person you least expect to be a toy collector is the uber toy collector.

[@johntate5050]

I have just discharged an offensive pong.

[@livibam]

Money

[@wombleingfree]

If I was earning millions of quid a year and had a vast office to display it all I’d be the uber toy collector! 😂

[@kingshearer2]

I knew he was a comic collector but this is off the scale and he collects micronauts like me

[@marceltiel7919]

45:00 by the way, here's the full range of Dune toys based on the David Lynch movie... makes a remark and then moves along.....haha truly amazing collection

[@jimkhana007]

Great scoop to have a chat with Rossy… Brilliant 👍👏👏👏👏👏

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

He’s a top man! Thanks for watching

[@jimkhana007]

@@leicestervintagetoyshop I’ve just watched this in full again today, and it’s absolutely fascinating, Rossy’s collection and knowledge is just off the scale. I am curious though - How did this come about? is Rossy a fan of the channel? Did he contact you, did you contact him? I feel he needs to do a few more guest appearances on your videos or should do a reverse where he comes to see you at the shop 👍 😁

[@VintageThings-qy5wm]

great episode, keep it up :) watched 3 times now.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks very much!

[@obirobkenobi3599]

If I had Jonathan Ross’s money I’d be the toy shop assassin! Fair play to him, what a lovely fella

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

He’s a top chap! Thanks for watching

[@HoonAgain]

Absolutely fantastic episode. Brand new sub here from the States. Didn’t know what kind of gift the KZbin algorithm gave me until a few minutes in. Jonathan Ross and his collection are fascinating. My new favorite channel. Cheers.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Welcome aboard!

[@kingontv5738]

I’m no toy collector but I seriously enjoyed watching that

[@SkullMan---]

This was such a fun watch! Didn't know Jonathan Ross was THAT big of a nerd until now.

[@sonnysadventure6465]

👍👍👍Nice video lots of vintage toys

[@hotrodney964]

Absolutely glorious!!! A nerds dream come true 😍

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

It really is!

[@dannymilhouse]

This was the gateway to ToyShop on tour videos. Such a great series and love this video. Wossy’s collection is awesome.

[@1977Eelco]

Amazing video! Didn't know this at all, that Jonathan Ross has such a great collection :)

[@machineman6498]

Amazingly unpretentious guy! Huge collection to share and not a hint of snobbery. Plus the shout-outs to artists like Ken Kelly and AcroRay. Pretty impressed by his own customs. ( a lot of toy collectors could learn from this)

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

100% his customs are awesome. Welcoming and made us completely at home straight away.

[@disneyanddaysout]

Wow, this is a great episode!

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks for watching

[@JinzoCrash]

58:00 OH GOD... I did that too... ...Bought the 1985 reboot of Wacky Packages, and the store still had a straggler of 1970s "Close Encounters of the 3rd Kind" gum cards. I bought them, was riding my bicycle home... almost veered off the road, spitting out the CRUMBLING, BITTER DUST that had been the stick from the Close Encounters one lol. I stopped my bike and laughed at myself.

[@AshtonArcher]

Thanks algorithm for recommending this!

[@Reverands]

I remember Jonathan Ross introducing me to adult anime late night on UK TV. The kids today have a lot to thank this man for.

[@James-sf7yp]

Wow, possibly the best video I've seen on you tube. Credit must go to the amazing production and the great Leicester team for actually letting him speak at length. I remember his anime program on channel 4 about 20 years ago when no one had heard of animie. Changed my life. Impossible not to instantly want an entire micronauts collection now. I thought I had heard of everything, I was wrong. Downside of such a great video is that micronauts prices are now virtually doubled.... sad face. Didn't he say he has another office? Part 2 please?

[@SpoonJarFilms]

Thanks James 👍🎥

[@itisnick]

Anime toy at 5:00 is Space Battleship Yamato (U.S. dub name Star Blazers), not sure of the iteration as there were feature films and a TV series (and later reboots which this isn't)

[@PillsandSoap26]

I was screaming this at the screen both times they brought it up lol

[@Daniel-zy8rz]

I knew Jonathan Ross was a comics guy but this was a lovely surprise! I recently purchased the marvel four part 'x men and the micronauts '. Never had any of the toys, though I do have a microman that wears a Godzilla outfit. Must have purchased it about ten years ago.

[@dantooine4279]

47:49 Nice to see the Wolverine from 'The Classic Marvel Figurine Collection' on the shelf - I think that might be the one we sent him when I worked on it at Eaglemoss.

[@ReynoldsReviews]

Ridiculous!!!! What an episode!! I genuinely had no idea Jonathan Ross was a toy collector, how did this pass me by! I mean what collection 😮. Sooo many lines I didn’t know anything about or even existed! Crazy knowledge on Jonathan too! Loved it 👏👏

[@chriscarson94]

He also traded comics with Eminem 🤣

[@superduperman7202]

I get the feeling Mr Ross had as much fun showing it off as you did admiring it. What a collection!

[@wardrutherford5669]

Truly brilliant! Gail Porter, Keith Lemon/Leigh Francis and Idris Elba are other celeb toy collectors and if you could book them as guests, it would be great!

[@armlesswalrus]

Would love to see an episode with Leigh Francis. Jonathon's collection is INCREDIBLE!!!

[@bandicootcollector]

I collect Crash Bandicoot figures and it's a tough, expensive thing to do. I can't imagine how much Mr Ross has spent on his collection, and I can't begin to fathom all the knowledge he has regarding obscure figure lines! It's hard enough to remember Crash Bandicoot merchandise! Haha!

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Crash Bandicoot stuff is great!

[@woofdog1525]

Jonathan has met some of the biggest names in film & music but still takes time to show his collection with such passion & childlike excitement. Beautiful ✌🏾

[@DanJohnson]

Congrats Joe, looked like an amazing day!

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks Dan!

[@Dan_wiles]

This is what collecting is all about, an extension of what interests you in life and what importance you draw from it, exhibited so you can share with others what you find so intruiging about it. Whether its toys or any other form of popular culture, I'm glad there are people out there that have such a fascination and passion for such things, I hope Johnathan (and any other collectors) do more videos like this I could watch this all day!

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Have a look at some of our other videos in our ‘Toy shop on tour’ series. We hope you enjoy them. Lots more to Come in 2023

[@Dan_wiles]

@@leicestervintagetoyshop Working through them as we speak! Absolutely love it, you guys couldn’t have done a better job. Excited to see what 2023 has in store for you 🙌🏻

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

@@Dan_wiles awesome!

[@bilhamcobbly2957]

A great distilled collection of the great eras of cool toys.

[@HeelvsBabyface]

This was a fantastic watch!!

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks for watching! More to come in 2023!!

[@Merylstreep1949]

I'm now gonna call my style of collecting,buying and displaying Jonathan Rossing it Excellent! Cheers 🍻 👏 ✌️ 🥂 🍻

[@JohnnyStarWars]

Schooled by Jonathan Ross = Priceless. Such knowledge and passion for his amazing collection. Great video!

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks for watching!

[@Bather12]

MY GOD. What a collection. What a show. Made my Christmas - thank you guys xxx

[@JohnSmith-ee7gf]

This is the longest I’ve ever watched Jonathan Ross.

[@vicrules6666]

That Ken Kelly painting is awesome.

[@Pixiearmstrong9526]

Genuinely nice fella and His knowledge is second to none. What a collection.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

@@Pixiearmstrong9526 he’s a lovely chap with great taste in toys

[@Pixiearmstrong9526]

@@leicestervintagetoyshop Love the channel guys just found it. Keep up the great work.

[@thestandinghippo]

Would love another part if Jonathan was keen, would love to see Jonathan’s comic collection too!

[@attract_mode_]

What an entertaining hour, was like hanging out with Jonathan and his toys.

[@StarbucksColdBrew]

Knew this was going to be good when he rocked up in the Rocky 4 tracksuit 😂

[@philiprowney]

12:21 - I love that red car. So cool.

[@stainlessdoom3433]

Oh wow! Never seen your channel but this is huge to get Jonathon Woss, was my favourite presenter on TV

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Welcome aboard!

[@JohnDoe-uu2zs]

Fantastic vid, very entertaining 🙏

[@Classic80sFanboy]

Jonathan has such a beautiful unique collection, and his knowledge of Japanese Toys is really vast and interesting. Thankyou guys for making this. I knew he was a massive Star Trek TOS, TNG, DS9 and Voyager fan, but never knew of his Japanese animè obsession.

[@malant2719]

I remember seeing wossy in a gaming magazine in 1992 he had a super famicom and a Sega mega drive and probably other systems. Probably CVG or mean machines mag. Dudes a lej

[@nigelbyrom8189]

Amazing, he seems like a really nice guy who obviously knows what he’s talking about, that was one hell of a collection and let’s face it if we had the means who wouldn’t have an “office “ like that!

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

He’s a really nice guy and is enthusiastic and knowledgeable as well. Thanks for watching!

[@SentinelGiga]

This was wonderful. Jonathan's long been known for being a right old nerd, bless but I wasn't expecting him to be such a hardcore Micronauts guy! And Lensman! Plus I laughed out loud when he showed off the Cy-Kill model kit, wanna see that thing built! So yeah, loved this tour through his collection, just lovely to see.

[@yobgol]

the diorama on the shelf early on is from ... space battleship yamato. i recognised matsumoto's character designs, and the katakana title is spottable.

[@RobTaverner]

What a great video. You guys couldn't get a word in edgeways. I met Jonathan years ago (mid 80's) and he was a real pleasure to talk to.

[@jfw60]

Jonathan Ross has incredible taste in vintage toys. What a marvelous collection. Thank you for sharing.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

He really does! Thanks for watching!

[@AnubhavDasGuptaEsq]

I mean this in the most complimentary way possible, Jonathan Ross is a massive nerd.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

That’s pretty much exactly what we said in an interview today! Almost word for word, great minds and all that!

[@Larry]

That's an awesome collection, sort of room my collection would look like if I had the space :P

[@ghostbustersquickresponseu5159]

What an amazing Microman/Micronaut collection!

[@pdtech4524]

What an incredible collection! It's takes a lot of work and dedication to source, collect and display a stunning collection like that. It's almost museum like 👍 Thank you for sharing and thank you Johnathon for talking us through your individual unique items.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks for watching!

[@Frdtlz]

😱😱😱I don't know Jonathan Ross was a collector.... And wath a collection 😍😍😍😍very very cool.

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks for watching!

[@lollclark457]

Wow, that’s quite a collection!! 😮

[@derekhart3308]

Wow, I didn't know that Johnathan Ross a geek (ok, i knew he was a Star Trek fan, but that was it) . l ike us all, and omg love his collection ok he says an office, but it's Sci .-Fi shop to meilbelia ok excuse spelling. But bloody awesome, I'd love to see his collection.

[@lakvindersingh4632]

Quality.... also Jim Carey and Nick Cage stared in movies written by Ross's Wife

[@ryankaldesic430]

wow, what a fantastic opportunity to meet JR and explore his amazing toy collection! Nice one! Btw, I love Joe's t-shirt :D

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks Ryan!

[@timelord19631]

WHAT A GREAT EPISODE. HE REALLY KNEW HIS TOY HISTORY AMAZING 👏

[@mikeledger2614]

Please let us visit Johnathan! It’s so important to see your presence for all toy collectors. I am totally blown away by the collection and passion.…hopefully we can see much more of him, might be nice if you could slow him downs a bit so we can see the figures a bit more before moving on so quickly.

[@jamesspicer5628]

Awesome!!!!! You guys have hit this one out of the park!!! Johnathon Ross was absolutely great to listen to.

[@gazev9691]

A bonus TSOT episode - this has suddenly become the best Boxing Day ever!!

[@thetoybutcher]

I met Ken Kelly, the painter of the custom Micronauts oil painting a few years ago. He was an incredibly kind and generous man. He saw and fell in love with a plastic skull that I had painted to look like rusted metal and I was proud that he purchased it and displayed it in his studio. I was saddened to heat if his death.

[@LordProng123]

I still have a number of his trading cards from the 90's I think. Fantastic artist.

[@robbieduffy9998]

This is unreal..love the fact hes got the first issue of 2000ad framed in his toilet..feckin awesome Jonathan..!!

[@simonprodhan5050]

great video! jonathan is a true enthusiast, very knowledgeable and clearly proud to show off his superb collection

[@Apogee02UK]

Saw Jonathan showing Fiona Bruce his collection on Antiques Roadshow. She asked him 'but is this healthy?' which annoyed me...would she ask the same thing of someone who collects China or stamps or cars or whatever? His collection is amazing and above all FUN!!

[@Apogee02UK]

That Denys Fisher Muton character was the Christmas present I selected out of my Mum's catalogue around 1975. Great Toy!

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Absolutely. Toys are a serious business for some but most of all it’s the fun, the nostalgia and the way that they make us feel that’s important.

[@Apogee02UK]

@@leicestervintagetoyshop Very true. In a way any collector has to be a bit obsessive but there are far unhealthier pastimes.

[@SpoonJarFilms]

Couldn’t agree more.

[@tetsucat13]

Amazing man , Amazing collection. His knowledge needs downloading into a computer before it's lost. His knowledge of films even from his days of channel 4s "Strange picture show..." is addictive . Imagine Ross, Tarantino, Guillermo and Burton talking around a table .

[@scubapete9500]

Absolutely enjoyed this! I had to pause and rewind so many times on that Matt Mason collection. 😎😎😎

[@hoisin75]

I’ve always liked this cooler side of JR and those great shows he made in Japan. Much more to him than Mr Saturday night

[@transformerstuff7029]

heard him talk about diaclone once and was already impressed of his knowledge, but man that collection is amazing. Truly a toy lover.

[@SvartElric9]

That Ken Kelley oil painting... Wow. 🤩🤩🤩

[@capnfirebeardbakeryoutube]

This is fantastic, thankyou for this fellas. This further solidifies just how legendary Jonathan Ross is!

[@MiataManDan]

Amazing had no idea Jonathan was such a collector such a nerd love it !! Nothing better than when nerds get rich 🤣

[@ExcelsiorsDomain]

Well I did not see that coming, although I knew Rossy was into the obscure and loved his Japanese culture! What an incredible opportunity to see inside his man "cave" or apparently "office" in this instance! Who else went "noooooooo" when that toy hit the floor, only to be reassured by Joe saying its head was supposed to come off! Dull and dreary outside but this brightened my day!

[@leicestervintagetoyshop]

Thanks for watching! No toys were harmed in this particular episode of Toy shop on tour! Unlike series two episode one……😬

[@marineboy1964]

Wow collecting royalty You pair are going up in the world

[@MartinFutter70]

So that's the reason I can't find a spare Micronaunt Time Traveller hand, coz Jonathan has got them all! Stunning collection, could spend all day in there!