The Imagination Brickshop’s LEGO Brickcast

LEGO leaks happen all the time… but this one is on another level.

A mysterious file has surfaced that supposedly reveals a massive list of upcoming LEGO 18+ sets stretching all the way into 2027 and 2028. Is it a legitimate internal LEGO document? An elaborate fake? Or somewhere in between? Right now, nobody really knows — but if even a fraction of this list turns out to be real, LEGO fans could be in for some absolute...

Have LEGO Botanicals quietly become the most important theme in the entire LEGO portfolio? I think the answer is yes—and today I'm making the case.

In this Wild Card Wednesday episode, we take a journey through the history of LEGO Botanicals, from the release of the original Bonsai Tree in 2021 to one of LEGO's fastest-growing themes in 2026. I'll share a personal story about ...

This week is absolutely loaded with huge LEGO news! August is officially here, bringing a wave of new releases, exciting Gift With Purchase promotions, and some massive rumors that will  shape LEGO's 2027 lineup.

We're taking a deep dive into the latest Lord of the Rings rumors, including a massive Oliphant, the surprising new set LOTR have been begging for, and a rumored 6,000+ piece Helm's Deep that could become one of the g...

The Empire is back! Today we're taking an in-depth look at the LEGO Star Wars 75417 AT-ST Walker, one of the newest additions to the Ultimate Collector Series lineup. Revealed during San Diego Comic-Con 2025 alongside the Ewok and K-2SO sets, this iconic "Chicken Walker" brings one of the Empire's most recognizable vehicles to LEGO fans in impressive UCS fashion.

In this review, we'...

This week is packed with some of the biggest LEGO reveals of the summer! We're breaking down the official unveiling of the long-awaited LEGO Ideas The X-Files, complete with its exclusive Scully's Lab Gift With Purchase, and taking a first look at the incredible LEGO Icons Star Trek: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 Bridge. If you're a fan of classic sci-fi, this week did not disappoint!  Or maybe it did if ...

LEGO collecting can get expensive fast, but you don't have to spend hundreds of dollars to add amazing sets to your collection. In this special 200th episode of The Imagination Brickshop Podcast, I'm counting down 15 of the best LEGO sets currently available for under $50!

From display pieces and vehicles to licensed themes and hidden gems, these are the sets that deliver incredible...

LEGO News, Rumors & More – July 20, 2026

We have a MASSIVE week of LEGO news and rumors! The results of the LEGO Ideas Third 2025 Review are officially in, with Jumanji, Universal Monsters, and LEGO Kimonos moving forward! We’ll take a look at the winners, plus some intriguing projects still hanging out in the parking lot, including Hollow Knight, Bob’s Burgers...

LEGO Classic TV Series Batmobile Review | Buy Before It's Gone!

Holy bricks, Batman! In today's review, I'm taking a closer look at the LEGO DC Batman: The Classic TV Series Batmobile (76328), a nostalgic tribute to the iconic vehicle from the beloved 1960s Batman television series starring Adam West and Burt Ward.

With 1,822 pieces, a beautifully detailed interior, and an exclusive 1966-style Batman minifigure, this set is packed ...

NOTE: This is a rerun of Episode #154

Are LEGO Gift With Purchases the best thing to happen to the hobby... or LEGO's most effective marketing tool?

In this episode, we're taking a deep dive into the fascinating world of LEGO GWPs (Gift With Purchase) and exploring how these once-simple promotional bonuses have evolved into one of the biggest drivers of cons...

NOTE: This is a rerun of Episode #134

What are the most important LEGO sets ever released?

Not necessarily the biggest. Not the most expensive. Not even the most popular.

Today, we're looking at the five LEGO sets that fundamentally changed the course of LEGO history. These are the sets that introduced revolutionary ideas, launched e...

NOTE: This is a rerun of Episode 109

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LEGO Lord of the Rings Barad-dûr Review + Tolkien Lore Deep Dive

One set to rule them all? In this episode, I’m diving into the massive LEGO Icons Lord of the Rings: Barad-dûr — a 5,471-piece fortress of pure Tolkien awesomeness. Not only do I review the build itself, but I’ll also take you on a journey through the history of Tolkien, the books, the films, and the lore behi...

NOTE: This is a rerun of Episode #152

Which LEGO Architecture Skyline is the greatest of all time? Today, we're ranking every single LEGO Architecture Skyline set ever released!

From the theme's earliest cityscapes to its most recent additions, we're putting every skyline head-to-head to determine which cities truly stand above the rest. Which sets are timel...

This week we're diving into all the latest LEGO news, rumors, upcoming releases, and promotions! Did you pick up anything during the recent Double Insiders Points event? With that promotion now behind us, attention turns to the rumored LEGO Insiders Days event coming July 7-12, which could feature both 2x and 4x points opportunities along with several exciting Gift With Purchase offers.

We also take a closer look at the newly revea...

LEGO Minas Tirith Review | Is This the Best Lord of the Rings Set Ever?

The wait is over! In today's review, I'm taking a deep dive into the brand-new LEGO ICONS The Lord of the Rings: Minas Tirith (10377), one of the largest and most ambitious LEGO sets ever released.

With 8,278 pieces, 10 exclusive minifigures, over 40 printed elements, and a massive display footprint, Minas Tirith has quickly become a centerpiece for Lord of the...

The BrickLink Designer Program Series 11 results are finally here!

After hundreds of incredible fan-designed submissions and weeks of anticipation, the five winning projects for BrickLink Designer Series 11 have officially been revealed. With 578 submissions competing for a spot, only five sets survived the selection process, and we're breaking down each winner, discussing what made...

What are the greatest sets in my collection... right now? It's time for the 2026 Edition of My Top 10 Sets in My Collection, and if you watched last year's list, prepare yourself—because a lot has changed.

This isn't simply a rerun with a few minor adjustments. Over the past year, several longtime favorites have fallen down the rankings, multiple new entries have stormed onto ...

Just when it seemed like the Bricks & Minifigs controversy couldn't get any worse... now Reckless Ben has reportedly been silenced. This week on Imagination Brickshop News & Rumors, we're diving into the latest developments surrounding the BAM saga and discussing what this newest twist could mean for one of the biggest LEGO community stories of 2026.

But that's only the begi...

LEGO Titanic Review | Is This 9,090-Piece Giant Still Worth It in 2026?

In this episode of Imagination Brickshop, we're taking a deep dive into one of the most impressive LEGO sets ever released — the LEGO Icons Titanic (10294)!

Originally released in November 2021, this massive 9,090-piece masterpiece recreates the most famous ocean liner in history at an incredible scale, stretching over 53 inches long and packed with stunn...

ITS A LEGO NEWS EXPLOSION!

This may be one of the most rumor-packed episodes of the year!

We're diving into updates on the Bricks & Minifigs controversy, the launch of BrickLink Designer Program Series 8, the official reveal of LEGO Architecture's massive Sagrada Família, new LEGO Pokémon details, Shrek leaks, Hello Kitty rumors, Technic supercars, Botan...