This $400 Lego set features minifigures of the entire Next Generation crew, including Picard, Riker, and Wesley Crusher’s portable tractor beam. All products highlighted by WIRED are independently chosen by editors, though purchases through these links may provide compensation.
Star Trek: The Next Generation made a huge impact on kids who grew up in the 1990s. I watched every episode with my mom, and visiting a friend's house meant seeing a giant cardboard cutout of the commanding Captain Jean-Luc Picard. I even followed Wil Wheaton, who played Wesley Crusher, on social media well into adulthood. My son is named Wesley, though my husband believes it’s after explorer John Wesley Powell.
Lego recently unveiled the Icons Star Trek: U.S.S. Enterprise model. The highly detailed ship is made up of 3,600 pieces and includes nine minifigures, each equipped with unique accessories. The main characters are all present:
I didn’t really register the bartender because I didn’t understand what bars were back then.
This set perfectly captures the nostalgia and importance of the series for many fans.
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Author's summary: This 3,600-piece Lego U.S.S. Enterprise captures the nostalgia of Star Trek: The Next Generation with detailed minifigures, making it a cherished gift for fans of the iconic series.