There is an incomprehensible amount of source material in the Star Wars universe. This is doubly so for characters, places, and things that can be turned into Lego sets. Of course, since there are so many spaceships and droids, the blocky and angular nature of Lego lends very will Star Wars. With the amount of Star Wars content out there, there's no shortage of cool Lego builds.
For this particular list, we've divided the entries into two halves. The first three are regular Star Wars Lego sets, with a respectable number of pieces and keeping the cost in mind as well. The last three, however, belong to Lego's Ultimate Collector Series. These sets are massive, extremely detailed, and cost a lot. However, there's no doubting that they are the crème de la crème of Star Wars Lego sets.
Brick Headz The Mandalorian and The Child
Grogu looks adorable in every form.
The Mandalorian is, by far, the most popular piece of modern Star Wars content. So, of course Din Djarin and Grogu would get their own Lego set. This set from the Brick Headz depicts the two in a blocky but cute format, great for displaying as part along with your gamingf PC setup.
- Relatively cheap, for a Lego set.
- Easy to build for kids.
- Can be displayed almost anywhere.
Din Djarin and Grogu are probably the most popular Star Wars characters in the modern era. So, it's unsurprising that the two have their own Lego set. The Brick Headz line makes you build cute, blocky versions of popular characters, and these two popular Mandalorians fit the line perfectly.
Luke Skywalker’s X-Wing Fighter Lego Set
For when you need to find a small thermal exhaust port.
Taking out a planet-destroying artificial moon is no easy task, but the rebels managed to do so thanks to the X-Wings in Star Wars: A New Hope. This set comes with Luke Skywalker's own fighter and minifigures of Luke, Leia, R2-D2, and General Dodonna. Original trilogy fans will love this one, especially ince it's not as expensive as most other sets.
- Comes with a number of minifigures.
- Adjustable wings and retractable landing gear.
- Good price point for a Lego set.
Arguably one of the most popular and recognizable spaceships in pop culture, the X-Wing signifies hope and resistance against tyranny. At just $50 Luke Skywalker’s X-Wing Fighter Lego set is not only a great build, but also worth the price. It also has some cool features like retractable landing gear, spring loaded shooters, and adjustable wings.
R2-D2 Lego Set
The best boi of Star Wars
R2-D2 is among the very few characters that's present in every mainline Star Wars movies. He has single-handedly saved Anakin, Luke, and others on countless occasions, making him worthy of such a Lego set. This set is incredibly detailed, with hatches for all his various tools, and even a secret compartment for Luke's lightsaber.
- Incredibly detailed.
- Features hatches for his tools and Luke's lightsaber.
- Retractable third leg.
R2-D2 is perhaps ha spent decades trying to clean up after the Skywalkers' family drama, making him deserving of his very own set. This 13-inch tall set is intricately detailed, and featured all sorts of hatches for his many tools. There's even a hidden slot for Luke's lightsaber. This is a great way to honour the veteran droid.
UCS AT-AT Lego Set
Hoth stands no chance.
Here's where the Lego sets become expensive, and buying one needs proper financial planning. Much like the walker itself, the Ultimate Collector Series AT-AT is absolutely massive, comprising 6,785 pieces and nin minifigures. It has various hatches which open up to reveal the inner workings, and even a little Luke Skywalker figure rappeling up with his lightsaber.
- Absolute unit.
- Hatches can be opened to reveal interior.
- Posable legs.
The world watched in utter disbelief when the massive AT-ATs attacked Hoth in Return of the Jedi. That's precisely the reaction your guests will have when they see the giant Lego walker in your house. It comes with nine minifigures and a whole bunch of neat features. The rebel scum will stand no chance.
UCS Imperial Star Destroyer
You know you're in trouble when one of these warps in.
The Lego Imperial Star Destroyer Ultimate Collector Series set is one of the rarest ones in the series. Lego has officially retired the product, but you can still find it on Amazon - albeit with an inflated price. But, if you can get your hands on it, you'll be in possession of one of the most sought-after Lego sets.
- Massive in size.
- Hatches can be opened to view interior.
- Very hard to find, leading to inflated price.
The reason the UCS Imperial Star Destroyer has been discontinued is because certain pieces were defective. However, if you're willing to look past that, the set itself is pretty impressive. It's a rare find now, meaning the price will be ridiculously inflated as well. This one's only for avid collectors with a big budget.
UCS Millennium Falcon Lego Set
The grand emperor of Star Wars Lego sets
The Lego Millennium Falcon from the Ultimate Collector Series is the most expensive and one of the biggest Lego sets in existence. This is not only due to its size, but the incredible detailing that has gone into it. It is safe to say that there is no Lego set quite this one.
- One of the most detailed Lego set in existence.
- Features figurines from the original as well as sequel trilogies.
- Made up of a whopping 7,541 pieces.
The Millennium Falcon is probably the most popular spaceship in pop-culture history. It's no surprise then that Lego has made it its flagship set, with 7,541 pieces, costing $850. This is the set you want to buy if you want to call yourself a Lego aficionado. May the Force be with your wallet.
FAQ
What is the most expensive Lego set?
The Lego Ultimate Collector Series Millennium Falcon set is the most expensive Lego set in the world, costing $850.
What is the rarest Lego item?
There are only a few 14k solid gold Lego brick pieces in the world.