LEGO Star Wars Sets: 17 Important Answers for Beginners!

Last Updated on November 27, 2022 by Lisa D. Marsh

LEGO Star Wars theme is created based on the Star Wars saga and franchise. The theme was originally licensed in 1999 and has expanded into video game series.

The Star Wars theme directly focuses on the Star Wars characters from TV series and films with the exception of a few specialty characters.

LEGO Star Wars sets are among the best and most popular LEGO sets ever built, and one of the best family sets where everyone can participate in the final goal, feel rewarded, and also learn something new.

This article answers 17 important questions about the Star Wars LEGO sets so you can have a solid understanding of the Star Wars theme.

Let’s dive in.

 

What Is the Most Popular LEGO Star Wars Set?

LEGO Star Wars Millenium Falcon 75257 is the most popular LEGO Star Wars set ever. The Star Wars set is based on Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker released in 2019.

The set is still selling today both on the LEGO website and on Amazon and has more than 6,000 reviews on Amazon which shows how popular the set is and how people like it. 

This Millennium Falcon model set has loads of details to impress fans of any age and allows fans to set the scene for epic adventures with 7 characters action figures including Finn, Chewbacca, Lando Calrissian, C-3PO, and Boolio Minifigures, plus fan-favorite D-O and BB-8 LEGO figures.

What LEGO Star Wars Sets Are Retiring Soon?

The LEGO Star Wars 40557 Defence of Hoth and 40558 Clone Trooper Command Station are scheduled for retirement in 2022 alongside 40557 Defence of Hoth, 40558 Clone Trooper Command Station, 75252 Imperial Star Destroyer, 75255 Yoda, 75277 Boba Fett Helmet, 75280 501st Legion Clone Troopers, 75283 Armored Assault Tank (AAT) and others.

Which LEGO Star Wars Set Has the Most Minifigures?

LEGO Star Wars 75159 Death Star has the most Minifigures with a total of 23 Minifigures, not counting the included brick-built droids. This super-detailed LEGO set includes  Princess Leia, Chewbacca, and Darth Vader Minifigures; plus 20 other Minifigures.

Which LEGO Star Wars Set Has the Most Minifigures?

What Is the Most Expensive Star Wars LEGO Set?

LEGO 10030 – Star Destroyer is currently the most expensive Star Wars LEGO set, costing $2,899 on Amazon followed by LEGO Star Wars Republic Dropship with AT-OT Walker (10195) which costs $2,489.97, and LEGO Star Wars Super Star Destroyer 10221 which costs $2,195. 

What Was the First LEGO Star Wars Set?

The X-Wing Fighter was the first LEGO Star Wars set and was released in 1999. 

Did LEGO Discontinue Star Wars?

No, LEGO Start Wars is not discontinued, the sets are still in production and the LEGO Group recently announced that the LEGO Star Wars theme will continue until 2032.

Which LEGO Star Wars Sets Are Rare?

Some of the rare LEGO Star Wars sets include AT-AT 75313, Imperial Star Destroyer, Republic Gunship, Mos Eisley Cantina, Daily Bugle, R2-D2 75308, and Super Mario 64 Question Mark Block 71395

Which LEGO Star Wars Came First?

The X-Wing Fighter was the first LEGO Star Wars set, released in 1999. 

What Is the Biggest LEGO Star Wars Set?

LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Millennium Falcon 75192 is the biggest LEGO Star Wars set. The set is 33 x 22 x 8 inches, weighs 30.5 pounds, and has 7541 pieces and seven Minifigures.

What Is the Biggest LEGO Star Wars Set?

What Are Character Studs in LEGO Star Wars?

Character Studs is an extra in the LEGO Star Wars games which when turned on, every time you defeat an enemy will make the enemy drop a small portion of studs.

What Are Gold Bricks for in LEGO Star Wars?

Gold Bricks are the main collectible to indicate progress in the Star Wars games and are used to construct doors to extra levels such as the LEGO City.

What Is the Rarest LEGO Star Wars Minifigure?

Lego Solid 14K Gold C-3PO Minifigure is the rarestLEGO Star Wars Minifigure. Only two of these Minifigure were ever made and because of that, it’s very rare and hard to find.

What Is the Rarest LEGO Star Wars Minifigure?

When Do the LEGO Star Wars Summer Sets Come Out?

The LEGO Star Wars Summer Sets are coming out on August 1, 2022.

Where Can I Buy LEGO Star Wars Minifigures?

You can buy LEGO Star Wars Minifigures on the LEGO website, LEGO stores, Amazon, eBay, Bricklink, target, BrickOwl, Walmart, and other marketplaces that sell LEGO products.

What Is the Most Expensive LEGO Star Wars Minifigure?

A gold reproduction of Bounty hunter Boba Fett is the most expensive LEGO Star Wars Minifigure ever made according to Guinness World Records.  Only two of these Minifigures were produced by LEGO in 2010 and the Figures are valued at $11,495.95 (£8,115) apiece. Each piece is part of a boxed set of three including silver and plastic versions of Boba Fett. 

Which Star Wars LEGO Set Has the Most Pieces?

LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Millennium Falcon 75192  has the most pieces, with 7541 pieces and seven characters.

Can You Buy LEGO Star Wars Figures Separately?

Yes, you can buy LEGO Star Wars Minifigures separately. They are available on the LEGO website, Amazon, eBay, BrickOwl, Bricklink, LEGO stores, and other places that sell LEGO products.