LEGO Batman
2006
The LEGO Batman theme is an ongoing product line first introduced in 2006, part of the larger LEGO DC Super Heroes franchise. It features numerous sets, vehicles (especially different Batmobiles), characters, and scenes inspired by the comics, films, and animated series, and has also spawned popular video games and films.
History of the Theme
The LEGO Batman theme has gone through several iterations:
Original Theme (2006-2008): The initial run featured 15 sets inspired by various Batman media, including the 1989 film.
Relaunch as DC Super Heroes (2012 onwards): After a brief hiatus, Batman sets returned as a sub-theme of the broader LEGO DC Super Heroes line, introducing other DC characters like Superman and Wonder Woman.
The LEGO Batman Movie (2017-2018): A major wave of 42 sets and promotional polybags was released to tie in with The LEGO Batman Movie, the successful spin-off of The LEGO Movie.
Movie Tie-ins and Collector Sets: LEGO continues to release sets based on specific Batman films, such as The Batman (2022) and the classic 1989 and The Dark Knight films, alongside general DC-themed sets.
Available and Upcoming Sets
LEGO continues to produce new Batman sets, including collector-oriented display pieces and play sets for younger fans.
Batman: The Animated Series Gotham City (76271): A large, detailed 3D art piece based on the animated series, available now.
Batman & Batmobile vs. Mr. Freeze (76301): A 4+ set, part of the January 2025 wave.
Batman Tumbler vs. Two-Face & The Joker (76303): A play set featuring the iconic Tumbler vehicle, also part of the January 2025 release.
Upcoming 20th Anniversary Sets (March 2026): To mark the 20th anniversary of the theme, new sets focusing on various Batmobiles from film history (e.g., Batman v Superman, The Batman, Batman & Robin) are available for pre-order.
Discontinued and Collectible Sets
Many popular sets are retired and can only be purchased from re-sellers.
The Batcave: The Penguin and Mr. Freeze's Invasion (7783): A large original Batcave set from 2006.
The Tumbler: Joker's Ice Cream Surprise (7888): The first minifigure-scale Tumbler from 2008.
1989 Batmobile (76139): A highly detailed, large-scale collector's edition of the classic film vehicle.
Batcave – Shadow Box (76252): A unique, displayable shadow box set from 2023 that has recently retired.
