LEGO themes are lines of LEGO sets produced by the LEGO Group based on a central concept. Before they were officially introduced in 1978, LEGO sets were constructed with common ideas but were not branded as part of a single theme or series.
In 1978, LEGO began creating themed sets and introduced branding to identify which sets belonged to which theme. Since then, many LEGO themes have been introduced and discontinued.
However, not all LEGO sets are necessarily part of an official theme, including one-off licensed sets, store-exclusive releases, and most advanced construction sets produced before the Creator Expert line was introduced.
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What Is the Most Popular LEGO Theme?
LEGO City is currently the most popular LEGO theme. It has been around since 2005, beginning with the Police Motorcycle (5531). The theme includes some of the most beloved and best-selling LEGO sets.
LEGO City allows kids to build entire urban landscapes, including landmarks, vehicles, police, civilians, and more, encouraging creativity and realism through imaginative play.
How Many LEGO Themes Are There?
There are currently over 40 LEGO themes, with the most popular being:
What Is the Best Selling LEGO Theme?
LEGO City is also the best-selling LEGO theme. Notable sets that have performed extremely well include:
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LEGO City Fire Station 60215
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LEGO Architecture New York City 21028
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LEGO City Passenger Airplane 60262
What Was the First LEGO Theme?
The first official LEGO themes, introduced in 1978, were:
- Town
- Castle
- Space
Town was based on everyday city life, featuring models like police stations, construction zones, and airports. It was briefly replaced by World City (2003–2004) before being rebranded as LEGO City in 2005.
Castle (known by fans as “Original Castle”) was introduced in Europe in 1978 and in North America in 1981. It remained active until 1999.
Space became one of the most expansive LEGO themes, featuring astronauts, space stations, and alien life. It includes over 200 individual sets.
What Was the First Licensed Theme Set LEGO Produced?
The Wooden Pluto was the first licensed LEGO set, introduced in 1999, and based on the Disney character Pluto. It was a pull-along toy that moved when dragged.
Are LEGO Themes Linked to Each Other?
Yes, some LEGO themes are linked or crossover in various ways. Characters, stories, and building elements sometimes span multiple themes or appear as cameos in other sets.
How Many LEGO Theme Parks Are There?
There are 10 LEGO theme parks worldwide, located in:
- Billund (Denmark)
- California (USA)
- Florida (USA)
- New York (USA)
- Malaysia
- Dubai
- Windsor (UK)
- Japan
- Korea
- Germany
Does LEGO Have Army Themes?
No, LEGO avoids realistic military themes. However, themes like Star Wars, Ninjago, and Castle contain war-like elements such as weapons and battle vehicles
What Theme Was the First LEGO Minifigure?
The first LEGO Minifigure appeared in the LEGOLAND Space theme. These minifigs were astronauts with smiling faces, space suits, visor-less helmets, and air tanks.
What Was the First Themed LEGO Set?
What Was the First Themed LEGO Set?
The first themed LEGO sets, all released in 1978 under the Space theme, include:
- Mobile Rocket Launcher
- Alpha-1 Rocket Base
- Space Cruiser
- Space Command Center
What Are the Top 5 LEGO Themes?
The top 5 LEGO themes are:
- LEGO City
- LEGO Star Wars
- LEGO Friends
- Ninjago
- Duplo
