By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The Lego Group will be making three new movies with Universal PIctures, helmed by A-List directors Jake Kasdan, Patty Jenkins and Attack the Block filmmaker Joe Cornish. The news was revealed as an exclusive from the entertainment publication Deadline, which says the plots of the still untitled movies are still being kept under … [Read more...] about Lego Making Three Licensed Live-Action Movies With Universal
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Lego Signs Major Partnership Deal With Sports Giant Nike
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The Lego Group has signed a multi-year partnership with Nike for a series of co-branded products, content and experiences focused on sports and play. "At the Lego Group, we believe in the power of play to inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow," said Lego Group VP, Alero Akuya. "By combining the creativity of Lego play with the … [Read more...] about Lego Signs Major Partnership Deal With Sports Giant Nike
LEGO Converting to Renewable Resin for Its Plastic Bricks
World's Largest Toymaker Says It Will Accept Higher Costs In Order to Replace One-Half of Its Oil-Based Plastics by 2026 By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toymaker Lego has committed it will produce half the plastic in its bricks with renewable or recycled material, rather than fossil fuels, by 2026. The stunning news follows the failure in 2023 of Lego's attempt to make … [Read more...] about LEGO Converting to Renewable Resin for Its Plastic Bricks
The Lego Group Debuts Fan-Inspired Set Based on the Jaws Movie
By TLL Staff The Lego Group and UP&E has announced a Lego Ideas fan-inspired building set based on the 1975 blockbuster horror movie, Jaws. Originally conceived by LEGO fan Johnny Campbell through the LEGO Ideas community platform, the 1497-piece Jaws x Lego set includes many licensed elements from the Jaws movie such as official characters, props, settings and more. "JAWS … [Read more...] about The Lego Group Debuts Fan-Inspired Set Based on the Jaws Movie
LEGO Demands Suppliers Reduce GHG Emissions By 2026
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The LEGO Group is putting the building blocks in place to achieve net zero carbon emissions, by enforcing new rules for its suppliers. To meet that goal, LEGO launched a new Supplier Sustainability Program to drive down carbon emission in its global supply chain. The program recognizes the critical role that suppliers can play in helping … [Read more...] about LEGO Demands Suppliers Reduce GHG Emissions By 2026
LEGO Unleashes Fan-Designed Dungeons & Dragons Set
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The LEGO Group has unveiled a new set based on Dungeons & Dragons and designed by a super fan. The set came about through the company's LEGO Ideas program, which challenges its fans to design a set that is then custom made by the LEGO team. The project was conceived to mark the 50th anniversary of the legendary role-playing game that … [Read more...] about LEGO Unleashes Fan-Designed Dungeons & Dragons Set
LEGO and Hasbro Launch Major Partnership For Peppa Pig Brand
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter LEGO and Hasbro are working closely on new licensing initiatives around the popular children's brand Peppa Pig. The collaboration has resulted in new LEGO and DUPLO sets for Peppa Pig, and there will be new location-based entertainment options at LEGOLAND and Merlin Entertainment locations. The LEGO Group has now unveiled its new LEGO and … [Read more...] about LEGO and Hasbro Launch Major Partnership For Peppa Pig Brand
Peppa Pig Licensing Expands to LEGO Sets, Theme Park Attractions
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter To celebrate Peppa Pig's 20th anniversary, Hasbro, Merlin Entertainments and LEGO Group are launching new Peppa Pig LEGO Duplo sets and experiential attractions. The three companies intend to introduce new ways for preschoolers to engage with the Peppa Pig brand through co-branded products, location-based experiences and more. The … [Read more...] about Peppa Pig Licensing Expands to LEGO Sets, Theme Park Attractions
Land Rover Poses The Toughest LEGO Challenge of All Time
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter LEGO has partnered with Land Rover to release a licensed LEGO Icons set based on the Classic Land Rover Defender 90. The new LEGO Icons Land Rover set includes over 2,000 LEGO pieces and is based on the classic design of the Land Rover Defender from 1983 to 2016. The set features numerous accessories for off-road adventure-themed … [Read more...] about Land Rover Poses The Toughest LEGO Challenge of All Time
LEGO Offers A Mightier Mighty Bowser in Latest Adult Kit
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The LEGO Group has announced Bowser as the latest addition to the licensed LEGO Super Mario Adult product line. The newly released product is the Mighty Bowser building kit which is a highly detailed recreation of the King of the Koopas. Once built, the Bowser kit features controllable movements and the ability to launch a fireball made from … [Read more...] about LEGO Offers A Mightier Mighty Bowser in Latest Adult Kit