Vintage 1960 Mattel Lie Detector Scientific Crime Game

Put your detective skills to the test with this 1960 Mattel Lie Detector Scientific Crime Game, an iconic mid-century classic for mystery and toy enthusiasts alike. This vintage game features the Official Mattel Lie Detector device—an ingenious mechanical gadget used to reveal who’s telling the truth and who’s lying among the 24 colorful suspects.

**missing two pegs and one summons card

Beautifully designed with vibrant 1960s artwork and a mix of humor and suspense, this collectible is both a playable game and a display-worthy piece of toy history.

🧩 Details
• Brand: Mattel, Inc.
• Model: Lie Detector – “A Scientific Crime Game”
• Year: 1960
• Made in: Hawthorne, California, USA
• Game Type: Detective / Crime-solving game
• Players: 2–4 (up to 8 with teams)
• Includes:
• Official Mattel Lie Detector device
• Scoreboard and 2 score pegs
• 24 Suspect cards
• 10 Secret Information cards
• 4 Arrest cards
• 6 Guilty cards
• 7 Summons cards
• Original box and instructions printed inside lid

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🕵️ Condition
• Very good vintage condition with bright, colorful graphics.
• Box shows moderate age wear and corner scuffing and tears (see photos).
• Game pieces are clean and complete; Lie Detector mechanism appears intact and functional.
• Instruction panel printed inside box lid is clear and legible.
• A rare find for display or collection — especially complete with all cards and accessories!