I Really, Really Want the 3,600-Piece Lego U.S.S. Enterprise
This $400 Lego set features minifigures of the entire Next Generation crew, including Picard, Riker, and Wesley Crusher’s portable tractor beam. All products featured on WIRED are independently chosen by editors, though they may receive compensation from retailers or purchases made through links.
The influence of Star Trek: The Next Generation on children growing up in the 1990s cannot be overstated. I watched every episode with my mom. When visiting a friend's house after school, a giant cardboard cutout of Captain Jean-Luc Picard welcomed us in the hallway. I followed Wil Wheaton, who played Wesley Crusher, on social media well into my twenties. My son is even named Wesley, though my husband believes the name honors explorer John Wesley Powell.
Lego's Detailed Star Trek Release
Lego recently revealed the Icons Star Trek: U.S.S. Enterprise set. This detailed replica consists of 3,600 pieces and includes nine minifigures, each equipped with their own accessory. The key characters are all included:
- Picard
- Riker
- Worf
- Data
- Geordi La Forge
- Deanna Troi
- Beverly Crusher
- Wesley Crusher
- The bartender, played by Whoopi Goldberg
"Whoopi Goldberg's bartender character didn't stand out to me at the time because I didn't understand bars back then."
This remarkable set is already decided as my family's big Christmas gift for this year.
Author's summary: The new 3,600-piece Lego U.S.S. Enterprise set captures the beloved Star Trek: The Next Generation crew in astonishing detail, making it a must-have collectible and perfect family gift.