More Licensed Properties for LEGO Dimensions

Over the past few days LEGO have inadvertently released information on new LEGO Dimensions through the instructions download section on their website. Doctor Who, Ninjago, Legends of Chima, Scooby Doo and Jurassic World will all be part of the new LEGO ‘toys to life’ video game experience. There’s something for everyone in the new mix of properties revealed, which should make for a very eclectic experience…

Adult LEGO Sets: How Many is Too Many?

This year has kicked off with several expensive, LEGO exclusive sets released and even more announced. LEGO are increasingly chasing the AFOL dollar, and some fans are feeling that the hobby is becoming harder to keep up with. But are there really more adult targeted sets being released than before? And where does saturation point come?

Tourists Love LEGO: Wales Gets Building, The LEGO Movie 4D Adventure Coming to LEGOLAND

It seems that tourism involving LEGO has been going rather well recently. As well as boosting product sales, The LEGO Movie has increased ticket sales at the LEGOLAND theme parks around the world - leading to a new attraction coming, The LEGO Movie 4D Adventure at LEGOLAND. In preparation for the new season, the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort team are readying the Driving School cars for opening day. Meanwhile, Bob Carney has build a replica model of Rhuddlan Castle as part of a campaign to promote historic sites in Wales to visitors. Read on for more info, images and videos.

The LEGO Movie Wins the BAFTA

The LEGO Movie has been recognised by BAFTA, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts, even though it was snubbed from receiving even a nomination in the best animated film category by the Oscars. The recognition of the movie that Phil Lord and Chris Miller created – along with the team of artists around them – was well deserved. This seems like a good time to look back at what a year it’s been for The LEGO Movie.

New sets from The LEGO Movie (Well, a few...)

There are three new sets available in 2015 based on The LEGO Movie for fans to add to their collection. Wait a minute, only three? The movie that boosted sales of all LEGO products, the movie that meant the company could barely keep up with demand, the movie that re-invigorated the Collectible Minifigures? Read on for some thoughts on why LEGO has decided to exercise caution here, based on lessons learned the hard way.

Awesome All About Bricks Awards 2014

Especially re-named for one year only, it’s time for the Awesome All About Bricks Awards (taking alliteration to unnecessary lengths, and not guaranteeing awesomeness).  There are the usual awards and some fun ones, so let’s round out 2014 with a bit of reflection on the year in LEGO.

The LEGO Movie Animated Universe Will Continue

Chris Miller and Phil Lord have been talking up plans for future LEGO movies, which gives us a few hints as to what will be coming next. The success of The LEGO Movie has opened the door for more animated cinematic fun, with adventures due for the Masters of Spinjitzu, Batman and of course Emmet. So what hints have the new overlords of the animated LEGO universe been dropping?

The LEGO Movie Blu-ray Review

The LEGO Movie Blu-ray comes jam-packed with special features, with extras included in the “Everything is Awesome” edition. So what’s on the disc, and how does it stack up?

LEGO Batman Movie Coming in 2017

News has broken that beyond the Ninjago movie in 2016, the following theatrical release based on LEGO will star Batman. This will push The LEGO Movie 2 back to 2018 or possibly even later if key members of the creative team are working on both films. With LEGO looking to capitalise on their success it seems that fans should expect regular releases from here on in.  Is LEGO Batman ready for his own adventure? 

The Many Releases of The LEGO Movie

The LEGO Movie is now available on DVD, Blu-ray and instant video around the world in a variety of editions. This article provides a round-up of what is out where, hopefully helping fans make sure they pick the right version for them and collectors make sure they don’t miss one. 

Special Guests at the LEGOLAND Windor Resort Opening

It's not long now until the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort re-opens for the new season. The new Pirate Shores area will be open for the first time, and there is an extra treat in store on the opening weekend. Read on to find out how the park will be celebrating the release of The LEGO Movie...

McDonalds Happy Meals Feature The LEGO Movie

There’s every excuse for a LEGO fan to tuck in to some fast food at the moment, with McDonalds Happy Meals featuring The LEGO Movie. There are eight different lenticular cups to collect with a different character on each.

It's Hard to Avoid The Lego Movie

With $193 million in the bank worldwide, The LEGO Movie has had a very strong opening. LEGO fans have been aware of the movie for some time, eagerly anticipating its release. It's not just LEGO fans who bring in that kind of money though, which is why The LEGO Movie has had one heck of a marketing push...

The LEGO Movie: All About Bricks Review

The LEGO Movie is the first ever theatrical release based on our favourite toy. After trailers, posters, stationery, a Happy Meal promotion and of course the building sets themselves, The LEGO Movie has now hit the USA and will be released in the UK on February 14th. For a pretty spoiler free review (although there may be very minor spoilers for those who like to avoid absolutely everything), read on... 

Confused.com Have Some LEGO Fun

Just to be clear before going forward, this is in no way an endorsement of any product or service from Confused.com! That said, Confused.com have been having some fun to tie in with The LEGO Movie. Check out the advert below, which is a recreation of a regular advert but in LEGO form.

UK Toy Fair 2014 Report

From January 21st to January 23rd 2014 the annual UK Toy Fair took place at the Olympia in London. LEGO were there to unveil the second half of the 2014 range, including regular themes such as City, Star Wars and Minifigures along with new themes such as Mixels and Ultra Agents. Read on for the All About Bricks report on UK Toy Fair 2014.

Cloud Cuckoo Palace (70803) Review

With a huge number of launch sets for The LEGO Movie, picking a first purchase was a relatively tricky decision. But one set seemed to combine the key ingredients of a low price point, featuring main character mini-figures and looking unlike any other LEGO set on the market. So here’s a look at Cloud Cuckoo Palace (70803).

All About Bricks Awards 2013

Despite an irregular schedule over the past couple of months, a third batch of completely meaningless awards is here to finish off 2013 at All About Bricks. Find out which are the best themes and sets of 2013 as a way to reminisce about the last year in LEGO. Of course these are completely subjective, so please use the comments to argue how wrong the choices are.

To Complete or to not Complete: What is a Minifigures fan to do?

With images of the new series of LEGO Minifigures now released online, fans are excited as always to see what’s on the way. Apart from those who aren’t. For some collectors, The LEGO Movie theme is causing them to think twice about continuing to collect the Collectible Minifigures. But when The Simpsons series hits next year, everyone will have to have a hard think. 

A Different Side of Batman in The LEGO Movie

The latest trailer for The LEGO Movie has hit the interweb, and it gives a tiny bit more of an idea than the last one of the plot. Check out the trailer below, and then read on for thoughts about what fans should expect from this animated adventure.