Summary
- An official LEGO Ideas Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory set has been unveiled
- The 2,025-piece set features a motorized chocolate waterfall and nine minifigures
- The set will be available on September 18
LEGO has officially unveiled a new set inspired by a classic film, bringing the magical world of Willy Wonka to life in brick form. The LEGO Ideas Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory Classic Movie Set is an intricate model based on the beloved 1971 movie, a testament to the brand’s ability to celebrate cinematic heritage.
This fan-submitted design, which was chosen and refined by LEGO’s master builders, is a massive 2,025-piece build. The set is packed with authentic details, including a motorized chocolate waterfall, which comes to life with a turn of a dial. Builders can also send the Wonkatania boat sailing down the chocolate river and explore other iconic scenes.
The set includes nine brand-new minifigures to recreate memorable moments from the film: Willy Wonka, Charlie Bucket, Grandpa Joe, Augustus Gloop, Mike Teavee, Veruca Salt, Violet Beauregarde, and two Oompa Loompas. It also features details like Wonka’s office with a hidden door and the Oompa Loompas’ work area.
Designed for an adult audience, the set is a perfect blend of a challenging build and a captivating display piece. It will be available for LEGO Insiders with early access beginning on September 15 online, and for all customers on September 18. The set will retail for $219.99 USD, making it a perfect collector’s item for fans of both LEGO and the classic film.
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