In 1999, Star Wars fans had two things to celebrate: The release of the first new film in 16 years, Episode I - The Phantom Menace, and the launch of LEGO Star Wars. Fresh Star Wars in movie theaters and the chance to build a galaxy far, far away in every fan’s home. Unsurprisingly, LEGO Star Wars is ready to celebrate its 25th anniversary with stunning new sets. The first wave of soon-to-be classic builds are available for pre-order now.
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Fans can step into key moments from the original and prequel Star Wars trilogies in the first collection of anniversary sets. An added incentive for picking them up comes in the exclusive anniversary figures included in certain sets throughout 2024. As if these kits weren’t collectible enough, fans have an extra reason to snap these up on pre-order.
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LEGO Star Wars Tantive IV 75376
It was the first ship to appear in Star Wars, so a notable addition to the midi-scale LEGO Star Wars range in its 25th anniversary year. This collectible 654-piece Tantive IV model features the 11 engines and turbolasers seen in the first scene of Star Wars: A New Hope. Also included is a buildable stand with a nameplate and LEGO Star Wars 25th-anniversary brick, perfect to show off the iconic ship that launched a space saga.
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LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 75379
The trusty droid receives a face-lift with this brand-new 1050-piece set. ​​It’s a great build and a fantastic centerpiece. R2 D2’s head rotates 360 degrees, and an attachable third leg, periscope, and tools let fans recreate some classic scenes from three Star Wars trilogies. This R2 stands 9 inches tall and comes with an information plaque. A sought-after bonus is the inclusion of a special LEGO Star Wars 25th-anniversary minifigure of Darth Malak, a Sith icon from the Star Wars: Legends Knights of the Old Republic era.
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LEGO Star Wars Millennium Falcon 75375
The Millennium Falcon is the most famous ship in Star Wars, which is impressive in a saga that has brought us X-wings, Tie-Fighters, and Star Destroyers. No wonder a new model has joined LEGO’s midi-scale range - a far more affordable and shelf-saving way to secure an iconic ship in bricks. That doesn't mean this 921-piece set is short of features, though. Brilliantly recreated details include the cockpit, satellite dish, and cannons. The ship props on a special 25th anniversary stand at a dynamic mid-flight angle.
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LEGO Star Wars Invisible Hand 75377
One of three midi-scale ships released in this first 25th-anniversary wave, the Invisible Hand is the vast dreadnought commanded by General Grievous and a mighty sign of the Sepratist’s power during the prequel trilogy. This 557-piece ship is just over 11 inches long and stands on a buildable stand (featuring an anniversary brick). It’s a stunning centerpiece and an excellent way for fans to recreate the opening of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith.
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LEGO Star Wars Boarding the Tantive IV 75387
This set captures the scene that catapulted Darth Vader into the all-time top-tier of movie villains. Fans will be thrilled to finally recreate the Empire's boarding of Princess Leia’s ship as seen at the start of Star Wars: A New Hope. There’s plenty of fun to be had pitching Vader and his Stormtroopers against Rebel Fleet Troopers. It even comes with base connectors so fans can collect multiple sets and fuse them into a long corridor, doubling or tripling the Star Wars action. This set includes a bonus 25th-anniversary minifigure of ARC Trooper Fives and a separate display stand.
Celebrating The Star Wars Saga
Fans can expect more anniversary sets to join the five kits above as 2024 marks the quarter-century of Star Wars in brick form. In the meantime, the pre-order period allows fans to snap up these collectible sets without being caught in the rush at the start of March. The Boarding the Tantive IV is an excellent example of a long-rumored and much-anticipated set that will be snapped up at lightspeed.
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It’s reassuring to see the LEGO midi-scale range return. As impressive and desirable as the Ultimate Collector Series ships are, they take up a lot of space and fans’ empty wallets like few other LEGO sets. LEGO’s recommitment to mid-size models is a good sign for the future of the range, offering iconic parts of the space saga in a cost-effective and space-saving way.
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FAQs
What Was The First LEGO Star Wars Set?
LEGO released five Star Wars sets in 1999 ahead of the release of The Phantom Menace, although all five were based on the original trilogy. The first LEGO Star Wars set is generally considered to be the X-Wing Starfighter (7140).
When Did The LEGO Star Wars Midi-scale Range Start?
The first LEGO Star Wars midi-scale set was released in 2009 when fans snapped up mid-sized models of the Millennium Falcon. The following year, it was joined by a midi-scale Imperial Star Destroyer. Fans then had to wait 13 years for a third release, 2023’s Executor Super Star Destroyer. The three releases above, including a new version of Han Solo’s ship, suggest that midi-scale is back for good.
How Many 25th Anniversary LEGO Mini-figures Are Being Released in 2024?
LEGO has confirmed that it will release six 25th-anniversary minifigures throughout 2024, of which only two have been revealed so far (Fives and Darth Malak, seen above).
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