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LEGO to Release Harry Potter Sets and Games
Friday, February 19th, 2010
As the anticipation for the theatrical release of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (November 19) builds, LEGO is partnering with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to release new construction sets and games based on the property.
Based on the stories and characters of the Harry Potter films, the new line includes six construction sets featuring iconic scenes and locations. The sets–which include the Hogwarts Castle, Hagrid’s Hut, Hogwarts Express, and Quidditch Match–will be available in October and feature decorated minifigures, such as Bellatrix, Lestrange, and Luna Lovegood.
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Tags: Deathly Hallows, Harry Potter, Lego, Warner Bros.
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This post was written by Elizabeth A. Reid
LEGO Gives a Sneak Peek: Hero Factory
Tuesday, January 19th, 2010
LEGO will introduce its new Hero Factory line at Toy Fair, but the company is giving audiences a sneak peek now. At Hero Factory, heroes are designed, equipped and built according to the special missions they are sent out on. Check out the video after the jump.
Tags: Hero Factory, Lego
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The Toy Book’s Toy Report 01/13/10
Wednesday, January 13th, 2010
Catch up on last week’s news! Read The Toy Book Toy Report for 01/13/10.
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The Toy Book’s Toy Report 12/01/09
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009
Catch up on last week’s news! Read The Toy Book Toy Report for 12/01/09.
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Reality Producer to Develop Lego Reality Shows
Friday, October 23rd, 2009
According to Variety, Lego reality shows are in the works. The magazine has reported that reality producer Scott Messick is partnering with the Lego Group to develop “nonscripted programming” based on the franchise. The reality shows will include a docuseries on the Lego Masters, a kids game show based on a new line of Lego board games, and a competition show that may be held in the Legoland theme park. Messick’s previous credits include ABC’s Shaq Vs. and Oxygen’s Fight Girls.
Tags: Lego, reality television
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