Blocks is launching into hyperspace in search of five LEGO Star Wars characters who are in desperate need of a remake.
The vast Star Wars galaxy has an almost infinite choice of characters to make into minifigure form and over the course of LEGO Star Wars’ 25-year history plenty of beloved characters have made their way into the brick. But with retirement being the unfortunate reality for every LEGO Star Wars set, some characters have been away from shelves for a little too long.
New Star Wars content has been in a surplus in recent years, so it stands to reason that the LEGO theme has focused a lot on these new stories, whether it be films or shows. But it’s always a treat to look back on the stories of the past and appreciate the legendary characters that are part of them. In the spirit of LEGO Star Wars’ 25th anniversary, Blocks, the monthly LEGO magazine, is digging through the Jedi archives in search of five LEGO Star Wars minifigures that need a modern remake — ordered from the most recent releases to those who haven’t seen a new version in decades.
Grand Admiral Thrawn
Grand Admiral Thrawn has been one of the most popular characters in the Star Wars Expanded Universe since his introduction in the novel Heir to the Empire. In the modern Disney canon, he made his first appearance in Star Wars Rebels and has since featured in numerous books as well as the new Ahsoka Disney+ show. Thrawn has only ever had one LEGO minifigure, released in 2017’s 75170 The Phantom. With his live action debut in 2023 and the promise of plenty more to come, it’s past time for a new Grand Admiral Thrawn minifigure. An update would also be a great opportunity to give Thrawn the dual-moulded legs and correct rank insignia plaque he deserves.
Darth Revan
Darth Revan’s popularity is a testament to the impressive cultural staying power of the Knights of the Old Republic video games, as the character has never appeared in any Star Wars films or television shows. He received a minifigure version as 2014’s May the Fourth promotional figure and quickly became highly sought after by fans thanks to the incredible design. The recent appearance of Darth Malak is the perfect reason to bring Revan back and give him a modern upgrade… although even a straight rerelease of the figure would be sure to satisfy fans given the insane popularity of this minifigure.
Count Dooku
Sir Christopher Lee’s performance as Count Dooku in the prequel trilogy is often considered by fans to be one of the highlights of the films. Dooku himself is an extremely popular character, as a former Jedi turned Sith and the leader of the Separatist movement. Dooku has had three minifigures — first in 2002, then in 2009 (rereleased in 2012), and a final version in 2013’s 75017 Duel on Geonosis. While the 2013 version is a near-perfect representation of the character, a remake is definitely needed so that new fans can get their hands on a minifigure version of the stoic Sith lord.
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327th Star Corps Clone Trooper
Ask LEGO Clone Trooper fans what Clone Trooper most needs a remake, and you’re bound to encounter more than a few who say it’s the 327th Star Corps Trooper. These Clone Troopers are made famous by their use of pauldrons and kamas, which are usually reserved for captains and commanders, as well as their eye-catching yellow colour scheme. The 327th hasn’t been seen in the brick since 2007’s 7913 Clone Trooper Battle Pack, meaning the legion has never even had a variant with a printed visor. LEGO Clones have been making a resurgence in recent years, and the 327th would be an excellent choice to help build the modern LEGO Clone Army. A Commander Bly minifigure wouldn’t be bad, either…
Zam Wesell
Much like Count Dooku, Zam Wesell received her first minifigure alongside the release of Attack of the Clones in 2002 in 7133 Bounty Hunter Pursuit. But unlike the Count, Zam hasn’t appeared since. Considering it is more than 20 years old, the minifigure is excellent — the face prints especially. One side features Zam shielding her identity with a cloth mask and the other shows her true identity. Even if the 2002 figure is great, 20 years is a long time, and a modern version of the character would be most welcome. But with the perfect opportunity for a remake with the 20th anniversary of Attack of the Clones behind us, chances of a new Zam Wesell minifigure remain slim.
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