This post dives into the highly anticipated LEGO Gremlins Gizmo (LEGO Set 21361 Gizmo), a posable Mogwai that showcases 80s nostalgia, playful detailing, and more than meets the eye. We’ll explore how this set compares to the original fan design, what makes the final version stand out, and where it fits within LEGO’s broader lineup of licensed nostalgia sets.
Release Date: October 1, 2025 (pre-order shipping start)
MSRP / Price Range: £89.99 / $109.99 / €99.99
Edition Size / Production Run: Not specified, standard LEGO Ideas release, limit of 3 per household
Manufacturer / License: LEGO Group, under license from Warner Bros. through the LEGO Ideas platform
Posable, Playful and Packed with Personality
From the very first glance, the LEGO Gremlins Gizmo set feels like an affectionate nod to the beloved 1984 film. With 1,125 bricks, this isn’t just another shelfie, it’s a fully articulated figure you can pose to recreate your favourite movie moments. Whether Gizmo is standing tall or curled up, fiddling with his ears or perched awkwardly with his 3D glasses, he radiates charm.
The ability to choose between standing or sitting mode by rebuilding a section of the belly and legs gives real flexibility. Add the water splash on his back and suddenly you’re reminded why “not in water” is rule number two. That splash is a cheeky Easter egg, and speaking of those…
Easter Eggs Worth Hunting
LEGO really leaned into the nostalgia here. Alongside the 3D glasses, a classic bit of Gizmo comic-book reading style, there’s a transparent brick tucked inside as an homage to the fan designer’s daughter, and a hidden trim colour that only the most observant and tiny-details-savvy Gremlins fans will spot. These touches elevate the Gremlins LEGO Ideas set from great to delightfully personal.
There’s also something very LEGO about including these nods without making a big fuss about them. They’re subtle and feel like private in-jokes between the designers and the fans, exactly the kind of detail you appreciate once the build is done and you’re admiring it from the shelf.
Fan Pitch vs Official Build, A Tale of Two Mogwais
Originally pitched by Japanese LEGO fan and builder Fuma (aka Terauma), the fan build featured a roughly 400-piece Rambo-style Gizmo complete with headband and makeshift weapon. In contrast, the official LEGO Gizmo 21361 swaps out the heavy artillery for accurate articulation and higher fidelity. And frankly, it was a smart trade.
With fur-covered limbs, posable ears, rounded one-stud fingers and a gently sloped mouth, the official version oozes expression and captures the quiet charm of the film’s most lovable creature. While some fans may miss the tongue-in-cheek ‘Rambo Gizmo’ alt-mode, the final version fits better with LEGO’s direction and general audience expectations. The result is more timeless than gimmicky.
Where to Buy LEGO Ideas Gizmo Gremlins Set
Wondering where to buy LEGO Ideas Gizmo Gremlins set when it releases? Pre-orders are already live on LEGO’s official store, and as always with LEGO Ideas sets, it’s a good idea to jump in early. These types of releases tend to disappear quickly and find their way to resale markets with inflated price tags.
There’s a purchase limit of three per household, which should help keep things fair, at least in the early days. So if this one’s going on your shelf, don’t sleep on it.
Piece Count and Build Experience
At 1,125 pieces, LEGO Gremlins 21361 delivers a solid and engaging build without overstaying its welcome. It’s not a weekend-long project, but it’s detailed enough to feel rewarding. If you’ve built other display pieces like the LEGO Transformers Soundwave or the recent LEGO Arcade Machine 40805, you’ll find the experience here just as smooth and satisfying.
The posing mechanisms are straightforward yet satisfying to build, with a few clever brick techniques making Gizmo’s movements feel natural. Swapping him between standing and sitting modes does require a partial rebuild, but it’s designed cleanly enough that you won’t dread doing it.
Gremlins LEGO Set Release Date and Price Insight
The official Gremlins Gizmo LEGO set release date and price have now been confirmed. You can grab the set from October 1, 2025, for £89.99 in the UK, $109.99 in the US or €99.99 in the EU. That pricing sits right in the middle tier for display sets under the LEGO Ideas banner and feels fair given the part count and attention to detail.
It also positions itself nicely as a seasonal build, whether for Halloween, a nostalgic Christmas setup, or just a tribute to one of the best creature features from the 80s. And if you’re in deep with Gremlins already, it pairs beautifully with NECA’s Evolution of a Gremlin Box Set, which takes things to the darker side of the franchise.
Final Thoughts, A Mogwai Worth the Build
The LEGO Gizmo figure is both affectionate and playful. It’s the kind of display piece that inspires small narrative setups, “Oops, he’s wet again,” and brings light relief to your desk or shelf. Its posability gives it life, and the tiny touches show LEGO’s thoughtfulness. Sure, I miss the wild Rambo-style option, but the accuracy, Easter eggs and build quality make LEGO Set 21361 Gizmo a standout among Ideas releases this year.
If you liked how Gizmo brings character to bricks, you’ll enjoy how Soundwave leans into angular menace in the LEGO Transformers Soundwave set, or how nostalgia gets digitised in the LEGO Arcade Machine 40805.
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