New LEGO set lets you build famous Pixar character for first time
The LEGO Group and Pixar have collaborated to unveil the first-ever brick built LEGO Ideas Luxo Jr Collectible Display model which will be available from the June 1, 2025. Synonymous with classic Pixar movies and heralding from 1986 when Luxo Jr first appeared in a short Pixar film, fans will be able to recreate Luxo Jr's signature bouncing, hopping and rotating movements in bricks, for the first time.
The buildable display model is fully articulated and includes a buildable Pixar ball, which nostalgic fans can display with Luxo Jr standing on it as if squashing it, inspired by the 1986 short Pixar film, Luxo Jr. The Pixar ball opens up to reveal hidden easter eggs inspired by popular Disney and Pixar movies including Up, The Incredibles, Ratatouille, Monsters, Inc. Toy Story and Finding Nemo.
The 613-piece posable set offers fans a new way to show their love for the iconic lamp that has captured hearts for nearly 40 years.
The new LEGO set was designed by London-based LEGO fan Toby Brett, as part of the LEGO Ideas programme. Once designed, 10,000 people voted for it to be made into a real set. The design was a crowd favourite among the LEGO Ideas community. Toby said 'I'm a huge fan of all the Pixar films, which were a big part of my childhood and Luxo Jr. is the mascot that perfectly sums up my love for these movies. I spent a lot of time looking at photos of Luxo Jr. to make my model as screen-accurate and recognisable as possible.'
The is available for pre order from the May 8 and to purchase from June 1 2025 from LEGO stores and from select retailers.
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