If you’re looking for a LEGO set that pays homage to the world of classic cinema, complete with suspense and iconic moments, then the LEGO Ideas Jaws diorama set (21350) for adults is a perfect choice. This set is based on the legendary 1975 film Jaws, offering fans a detailed and nostalgic building experience. Relive the dramatic tension as you build the Orca LEGO boat model, complete with a meticulously designed cabin, adjustable boom, rigging, and a collection of iconic accessories. The set also features a brick-built seawater base where the fearsome Jaws LEGO shark can be seen attacking the boat, bringing to life the thrilling climax of the film. A printed tile with Chief Brody’s famous line, “You’re gonna need a bigger boat,” adds an authentic touch to this display piece.
Set Details
This 1,497-piece LEGO® diorama also includes three exclusive minifigures of the film’s central characters – Chief Martin Brody, Matt Hooper, and Sam Quint. An alternative display stand is included for showcasing the fully built Jaws shark figure alongside the minifigures, making it a versatile set for film memorabilia collectors. The set includes a booklet with interviews and instructions to guide your build. This adult collectible LEGO set belongs to the LEGO Ideas series, with each set designed by a fan, chosen through LEGO fan votes, and manufactured by the LEGO Group.
| Model Name | Jaws |
| Model Number | 21350 |
| Theme | Ideas |
| Sub Themes | Licensed |
| Pieces | 1497 |
| RRP | $150 / £130 / €150 |
| Price per Piece | 10c / 9p / 10c |
| Minifigures | 3 |
| Minifigures Value | TBC |
| Launch Date | August 2024 |
| Current Status | LEGO Exclusive |
| Retirement Date | December 2026 |
Investment Potential
Nearly 50 years after the film was first released, LEGO have released a LEGO Ideas set depicting Jaws the movie. LEGO 21350 comes with nearly 1500 pieces (a price per brick of 10c 9p) as well as 3 minifigures (Chief Martin Brody, Matt Hooper and Sam Quint) and of course a large model of “Bruce” the Shark!
Will the combination of this Iconic Spielberg movie and the very successful LEGO Ideas theme make for a successful LEGO investment?
| Projected 5 Yr Value | $241 / £191 / €230 |
| % Increase ($) | 61% |
| Projected Future Annual Growth | 15% |
| Theme Growth | 17% |
| Sub-Theme Growth | 16% |
Theme Analysis
The LEGO Ideas theme has now been going for nearly 15 years and there has been over 60 LEGO Ideas sets and has always been very popular with LEGO collectors and investors alike.
Across the more than 40 retired LEGO Ideas sets there have been average LEGO investment returns of 17% a year, a phenomenal return!
We have looked at some examples below including LEGO Fishing Store (21310) which retired in 2018 with a $150 RRP and is now worth more than 3 times that amount (23% annualised growth), LEGO Pirates of Barracuda Bay (21322) which retired in 2021 with a $200 RRP and has already seen more than 75% growth (25% annualised growth).
| Set Number | Set Name | Retired Date | RRP | Current Value | Total Growth | Annualised Growth |
| 21322 | Pirates of Barracuda Bay | December 2021 | $200 | $353 | 77% | 25% |
| 21325 | Medieval Blacksmith | December 2023 | $180 | $194 | 8% | 14% |
| 21310 | Old Fishing Store | December 2018 | $150 | $478 | 219% | 23% |
| 92176 | NASA Apollo Saturn V | December 2022 | $120 | $190 | 58% | 34% |
Comparable Set Analysis
Within the LEGO Ideas Licensed sub-theme the picture is very similar to the overall LEGO Ideas theme. Average annualised growth of 16% make this a very attractive place for LEGO investors to be looking for their next LEGO investment set.
The retired sets include LEGO Voltron (21311) which has more than doubled in value from its $180 RRP since retiring in 2019 (18% annualised growth), LEGO The Big Bang Theory (21302) which has more than trebled in value from its $60 RRP since retiring in 2016 (17% annualised growth) and LEGO Steam Boat Willie (21317) which has seen more than 50% growth since retiring in 2020 (13% annualised growth).
| Set Number | Set Name | Retired Date | RRP | Current Value | Total Growth | Annualised Growth |
| 21311 | Voltron | December 2019 | $180 | $377 | 109% | 18% |
| 21324 | 123 Sesame Street | December 2022 | $120 | $160 | 33% | 20% |
| 21317 | Steamboat Willie | December 2020 | $90 | $140 | 56% | 13% |
| 21302 | The Big Bang Theory | December 2016 | $60 | $201 | 235% | 17% |
Conclusion
A nostalgic LEGO Ideas set that is surely going to be popular with film and LEGO fans alike. This is definitely a strong set to be added to our watchlist for when it gets closer to retirement, with such strong performance form the retired sets in the LEGO Ideas theme.
For those who want to purchase immediately, it is available for general sale at LEGO from August 6th 2024, but if you are a LEGO Insiders member you can get earlier access from 3rd August 2024.
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