LEGO Star Wars: The Dark Falcon fan review! Silly, but superior set | 75389

[@parminderjaura5642]

I work at a lego store, and a customer came up to me and ranted about why the set sucks (because it’s not canon, it should’ve been the regular one, etc.) and said that it’s gonna sell very poorly. Lo and behold, we sold through all 56 of our stock on launch day and he bought it as well.

[@JANGsLEGOreviews]

Pinned for deserved visibility. It also sold out on LEGO.com while I was placing my order, just minutes after it went live!

[@nightelfuser]

Despite liking the set, I wasn't sure it would sell well. I'm glad it did, hopefully we will see more of these.

[@sandpaper7072]

@@parminderjaura5642 I work at a Lego store too, 56 is crazy! We’re a smaller store in a mall and only got 11 for aug 1st and sold out in the first hour

[@trobbins88]

I see that it is on backorder, but there are plenty of other retailers that have them available for shipping or pick up. Amazon, Walmart, Barnes & Noble...I got mine from Amazon within 2 days.

[@blam320]

@@parminderjaura5642 What a killjoy. Are they not aware of just how many CANON Millennium Falcon sets there are? This isn’t even Lego’s first “non canon” set!

[@someboringperson]

I took off my shirt at the beach and everyone criticized the lack of opacity of the skin tone on my torso.

[@chutas]

😂

[@lukestarkiller1470]

Yeah I can unfortunately also relate to beach Luke in that sense

[@lance2580]

"You'll never see a _Star Wars_ line like _The LEGO Batman Movie,_ with so many original or remixed concepts, because _Star Wars_ fans would get mad if [The LEGO Group] gave it that treatment, that these [are] distractions from their favorite designs that already exist." - Nick Anderson, _The LEGO Rewind Batman Holiday Special_

[@silverschannel8578]

and he's not really wrong, a lot of more star wars-focused lego youtubers are criticizing this set because it takes up another spot, which afaik pffffff

[@rileyyyyh]

yea a lot of lego star wars fans are pretty pissy about this set actually

[@lulushishi]

He wasn't really wrong. There has been quite a lot of negativity regarding the show from star wars fans. Simply because it's not canon and too goofy. Many Lego fans are also calling these sets a waste of space/shelf warmers. Since they think these sets take up valuable product slots for other potential sets. Ofc, I don't agree with any of these, especially since the show isn't even out. However there is definitely quite a bit of discontent from both sides of the consumers

[@tyleranderson5183]

...They probably noticed that Star Wars fans will get mad no matter what happens with Star Wars, so might as well!😉😅

[@daivdninjabiomech7888]

Glad he was wrong lol

[@Throrface]

Beach Luke is probably the closest we will ever get to a minifig of The Dude from the Big Lebowski.

[@Klaevin]

I would just label him as The Dude

[@andrewtaylor940]

Omg! He’s perfect for the Dude

[@343Films]

He really ties the set together.

[@OtisCluck]

I thought it was The Dude at first and was extremely confused lol

[@leadercool8623]

I love how the Jedi Vader face print is supposed to be Sebastian Shaw

[@abominationtheguy6790]

Dissa a bombad set, very fit for meesa favourite sith lawd

[@Pintobeans678]

Moy moy!

[@kalizibeozi7348]

@@abominationtheguy6790 jar jar? Is that you?

[@Zenlore6499]

I absolutely love that Lego and Star Wars let themselves have fun this year!

[@BrotherhoodWorkshop]

I love your objectivity. It's goofy, but it's excellently goofy. I kinda love it, and if I had more room on my shelves I'd probably buy it.

[@michaelyoung7261]

The chat about inflation was good. And you still acknowledged the ridiculous price. And you still like it. Opinions respected. This is why Jangbricks is my go to lego reviewer, the lego set isn’t real until he’s had it in hand.

[@tklxyzng9930]

The C3PO arm joke was so well executed.

[@KimonFrousios]

It's begging for a Blacktron conversion.

[@Gameprojordan]

Or space police 1

[@viperson9818]

Nice lego set but LEGO really needs to start doing more printed pieces in their sets. LEGO is not a cheap toy and getting stickers instead of prints feels kinda cheap. Don’t get me wrong they’re high quality stickers but prints would be nice for these $100+ sets. LEGO has the most expensive toy in stores.

[@v_4_mp]

I prefer stickers to prints. I like making mocs and always take apart my sets, stickers allow me to have freedom with parts imo.

[@EvanMoon]

Thank you for saying what needed to be said about inflation… and thank you for this review

[@Drarkansasfwb]

"Minimal cognitive friction" - that is my new favorite phrase! Thanks for another wonderful review.

[@waverider_3375]

Weird but cool set, great review jang

[@MrHangman56]

this set is really cool, and i love the amount of just space that's inside, so many sets, star wars or otherwise, just never have enough space inside them for figures. the white darth vader is cool but i do agree, the eyes needed a tint of blue or something, it feels like an unfinished mold

[@Huntress236]

Dude, the Falcon in black looks super slick! Love the look

[@alexkull24]

I think the Dark Falcon and the Millennium Falcon 25th anniversary are my favorites that Lego has made in its history! :)

[@retrobrickreviews687]

12:16 ..."If you can get past the desire to just hate and just feel rage about everything all of the time." Jang, these are STAR WARS FANS you're talking about. (In all seriousness, great review! I don't plan on getting it because personally I've never been a fan of how LEGO designs the playscale Falcons, but for what it is it's very nice.)

[@SineN0mine3]

Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering.

[@OtisCluck]

Yup, nobody hates Star Wars more than Star Wars Fans lol

[@Onyxs]

Darth Jar Jar set is pretty cool. Nice that it even comes with a bonus Millennium Falcon and other mini figs too. Solid set.

[@harrycrabbe327]

🤓🤓UMM ACKTUAAALLYYY Jang that’s a PS5, great review as always.

[@frenchfriedbagel7035]

Lego should do “Rebuild the Galaxy” sets every year. I want alternate versions of as many Star Wars characters as possible.

[@dwightmitchell5109]

This is the way

[@wonderings4100]

I love the editing here - especially at the end when I’m used to it being static seeing figures/ split screen was really cool. Great review.

[@andrewepp6763]

Love the split screen by the way Jang!!

[@dzikuz991]

they should've put green lightsaber bars in that radar/dish

[@avenueb9394]

White Vader goes insanely hard

[@batsquid4020]

I dont own this but i love the "non-canon" star wars sets, theyre fun they fit with Lego's stance on play, to have fun, i want more "non canon" stuff. Heck were getting a non canon set with the lego store exlcusive this fall (wont say due to not wanting to spoil it for others). I love the mechs and hope we get more. This overall is a fun set.

[@michaelsloan9024]

Lego keeps up with inflation but my salary does not 😭

[@N8-PT]

8:06 Custom force ghost Sebastian Shaw Anakin face, need it

[@ArcherJLady]

My one issue, when looking at this and the Star Destroyer that came out the very same day, I feel like the Star Destroyer is a much better value, especially in the long term. And I don't mean that in some investment way, I mean that in 2 years time I will still appreciate having a Star Destroyer and will still be enjoying it, and I don't think I can say the same about this set.

[@squaresided]

I made a black & silver X-Wing from Poe's orange & black one like 2 years ago. I should have kept it now. Oh well. lol

[@WaffleDragon]

I really like that set and have a few recolors planned for it. I'm preparing to start buying parts on Bricklink.

[@SenhorKoringa]

Well much like the Solo Movie Falcon it is nice to see a different version of an iconic ship, especially knowing after this series ends we will likely never get these again.

[@Mu-podcast]

It's out of my price range, but I do like the toy. I'm really looking forward to seeing the show so we can see what the story with these characters is.

[@gorgefx6111]

Your take at the end was a well needed reality check for all of us Jang. Keep up the great work!

[@Omerrhon]

this will go very well with Poe's black X Wing. Even if they are not from the same 'universe'

[@kancuzi]

give it 5-10 years and this will be a highly coveted set and all the purist who are mad at all the rebuild of the galaxy stuff will be searching for this set for a decent price, the exact same thing happened with the jek14 sets and now collectors want that set because they missed out

[@bradhedgehog12]

Man it’s so awesome. And my gosh. A dish now turn into an artillery turbo laser like weapon. I love it I am gonna build this ship soon

[@Jesterpec666]

I've ordered this set and can't wait to start building it. I noticed the hinges of the fold out segments have changed and are more like the Falcon's rather then the last set.

[@hugoibanez577]

Being a happy owner of the TRoS Falcon I'm familiar enough with the build of this one to attest that the Dark Falcon is not only even better, but also a really *consumer-friendly* decision. Hear me out: by modeling (and improving on) it after the best Falcon so far, Lego ensures a desirable model for most people who don't have one yet, and still being similar enough that people not fond of its silliness won't feel missing out a totally new iteration. Even the figures, while being pretty cool, don't feel "necessary" to a collection. It feels to me like a completely optional model, and yet they didn't pull punches with the cool factor. I want many more smart moves like this one from Lego.

[@markpowell7395]

Luke Lebowski 😂

[@LongboardJesus]

I love that they gave him the necklace Anakin gave Padme. It was passed down to him

[@willdathrill1085]

Appreciate all your reviews Jang! Thank you!

[@honzabalak3462]

The seat stickers look like Toa masks.

[@migatron1]

I like this more than the OG set

[@Sleesus]

The color scheme of this set reminds me of the old alpha team Ogel sets, wouldn't be surprised if people make mocs with that windshield part tied to that in the future.

[@furkanaydogmus96]

Oh new video! Watching it now. :') Thanks Jang.

[@briandyck22]

The editing on this video was particularly good. Thanks Jang!

[@skinnyj123]

I'm really loving all the legends figures lego has released in recent years (187th Legion, malak, infinities vader, hoth scout trooper etc.) I hope they keep it up!

[@OneNationUnderPug]

Cool set, definitely waiting for a sale though.

[@Ozimandius]

I think the red crystal is meant to represent a red Kyber Crystal since he's a Sith.

[@thebutterappletutorials6553]

Im SO glad I preordered this set! I don't own a Falcon at all but this set is amazing. That and Darth Jar-Jar and Jedi Vader are so cool

[@imbatman9845]

I really want to get this just to add a Batman logo and some yellow highlights to it.

[@Clankerphobe]

The Rey torso looks like it'd be really good for a custom Mara Jade

[@defenderprime8046]

I actually love this set! A black Millenium Falcon, a white Vader, how cool is that! I love the What if... scenario, it adds to an already huge universe, don't hate it, don't buy it if it's not your cup of tea, but remember, it's Lego, it's pure imagination, have fun with your imagination. Thanks for the review, Jang !

[@anonymousvine4105]

It’s true that its sticker price on the official Lego site is “cheaper” compared to what it’s based off of: 75257. However, 75257 is currently selling for $136 at most major retailers (Amazon and Target). Lego also still sells the normal falcon for $10 cheaper. This makes the dark version “feel” substantially more expensive when both are seen on shelves at the same time (indeed this may even be why 75257 is being placed on discount-to move them off shelves faster and make room for the dark version.) Great review as always, but I do think it’s important to call out the mirror counterpart in this case, even if it’s older. When parents or uncles shop, they might just see $136 for a falcon or $180 for a recolored falcon. “Why would I pay almost 33% more for a different color? Let’s get the $136 one.”

[@kirstywalker6950]

The colour scheme on this makes it the best looking falcon. But it’s different in the show the front opens revealing a ramp down and not the sides which is weird how they couldn’t get it right.

[@thevectorcave3616]

Always good to have some binoculars, paint rollers and a phone on the outside of the ship in case some work needs to be done 😁.

[@galaxygamer247]

That is so cool 😮 I love the color scheme

[@ScottSteubing]

The more I see of the Dark Falcon, the more I want it. Yeah, it is expensive, but I can always cut back on going out to eat as often and save up the money over a couple of months. The main problem is I don't have room to display a set that big.

[@dasphoenixable]

180 seems a bit much, but that’s the way of things these days. That said I love the look of this set, it’s a really cool reskin of the Falcon.

[@masonspencer918]

10:21

[@mrflibble1259]

10:11

[@ECI5858]

As a star wars fan was was initially going to get these but will instead get the new guardians milano set as that looks like a much better build and value than this for the same price. I also have the last millenium falcon so only the minifigures seem worth it for this set.

[@falcon55551]

My local smyths has it already for 142€ . I will wait till its like 130€ and pull the trigger. Thx for this review. As always very calming video.

[@HeroOfTime2610]

I REALLY like this whole rebuild the galaxy idea and I really can't wait to see more sets they come up with, it's just such a fun idea, especially for someone who doesn't care all that much about star wars outside of lego star wars and doesn't really care about things being canon or the next ship that I don't even really know (I do still like them of course but I'm much more excited and interested in something like this), I hope they try and do it the other way a bit more as well, like with the jedi vader, a rebel deathstar would be a pretty cool idea or rebel star destroyer

[@undead.rising]

My only big gripe is that the inside red pieces aren't trans-red rather than standard red. I think that would have just make it look so much cooler when it is opened up.

[@troodon1096]

I kind of just want that version of Darth Vader lol (OK, Jar Jar too). Love the joke here, but it's too much for me to spend on a joke. But this set is bound to be a valuable collector item once it's discontinued.

[@Bethos1247-Arne]

I just finished building 75257. This black one looks good but I don't have the space to display two Falcons.

[@gregzielinski]

Thanks for continuing to post reviews Jang!

[@nicklockk]

Just rewatched your review from the first Falcon from 2000! Why is that one so much better than the recent ones!? I got no nostalgia as I didn't grew up with it but the old one has so much more whims and imagination

[@Commanduf]

It actually baffles me theres anyone that thought this set was NOT going to be hugely populer, I almost never buy new and this thing was pre-ordered to be safe. All the signs were there, a brand new stew star wars theme sub-type, a new and interesting variation of the falcon and the main draw new and interesting variations on existing charatcers we may not see again, especially the long awaited Redemmed vader and darth Jar-jar.

[@PhoenixFyre]

One of my gripes of this design was the turrets being so delicate and loose because of the 2x2 turntables.

[@Kalhiki]

The best Millenium Falcon and it's from a silly "What If" shadow universe. Just can't help but find that a bit ironic. Though I do really love this and look forward to picking it up... Someday. Maybe next year's May 4th or earlier with a decent GWP.

[@warrennewman5325]

Epic dark falcon awesome minifigs great review jang 👍

[@tengweitan9242]

I bought this with a promo and some voucher from the platform in less than 140USD. I felt like I won a lottery.

[@thrillhouse4151]

Oooh I kinda dig it, the color scheme reminds me of late 80s early 90s space LEGO, and the minifigures are cool, is that the Big Lebowski?!?

[@stevenbrown3249]

I only have the midi sized falcon, so I want this for sure. And the memez

[@TheBillyDickson]

I saw this, and loved the idea of it - but I’d love to see someone mod this to be Batman’s Falcon lol

[@Qui-GonJinn1234]

Another great review Jang! :)

[@VampguyN85]

I'd be tempted to change out the exterior grey for bright red. Is the build similar to the 75257? I just built that one in May for the 4th week. It looks pretty similar. I'm curious where the extra piece count over the 75257 went into. I'll consider this one on sale. I love Sith colors and ships. I'm not surprised it went on backorder quickly.

[@Joeclone2001]

I never had any other playscale Falcon so I needed this one it’s just so cool and has legendary minifigs 😎

[@Gzilla313]

I have the Ep 7 Falcon and don’t see myself ever getting another Falcon. It’s cool to have one, but due to its size and odd shape they’re hard to display/store.

[@TylorHanson]

That C-3PO remains me of the series were he has his memory erased and goes ramble mode

[@T0ffik1]

rly love its look, and it has nice interior. I like it better then normal millenium falcon tbh. Blach/gray/red is always more classy :D

[@weik-2936]

Luke is wearing the necklace Anakin gave Padme in TPM

[@lukestarkiller1470]

This is honestly a must-buy for me. Lego will always make more regular Millennium Falcons, but they’ll probably never make another one like this.

[@eonbree8593]

i honestly like how different this is xD

[@jeremyrebel8931]

Do u think a new ucs Vader tie advance is on legos radar the next few years? It’s been forever and I missed out on getting one back then.

[@Coolbeanzzz8]

Thanks for another fantastic review. Love the light darth Vader

[@smashycars7]

I really hope Rebuild The Galaxy will be a banger and not a dissapointment

[@Benjamin0119]

Darth Jar Jar may not be canon... yet! 😄 Jedi Vader is hilarious. You'd think he'd change to a less intimidating looking mask instead of just making it white haha. Gotta admit, the Falcon looks good in black and red!

[@Ilostmycactus]

$180 is absolutely insane. The set looks nice though.

[@BirbarianHomeGuard]

Post-modern era of Lego looks super fun.

[@HeavyRain845]

I’m thinking about the cockpit on the port side. Extra mirror universe to borrow from Star Trek.

[@ltb1345]

Makes me want to re-read the Infinities comics.

[@LinkiePup]

I think I am going to enjoy the Rebuild the Galaxy series. I like when Lego makes Non-Canon things.

[@legoman716]

Cool, Luke has the necklace that Anakin made as a kid

[@Georgeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee]

This set looks pretty cool, definitely getting it, especially for the new minifigs

[@otminealnamer1385]

I love this rebuild the galaxy theme and hope it does well. Lots of great potential for some really creative remixes of things. I've already bought this and the x-wing/tie combo, will probably pick up bob's starfighter in the future when my wallet permits. Kind of looking forward to combining bob's starfighter with obi-wan's delta 7 to create a really cool twin-cockpit jedi fighter of some sort.

[@insertusername9755]

Funny idea from Lego

[@emmagrove6491]

It looks sturdy at least. My friend gave me a Force Awakens Millenium Falcon and it fell apart and lost pieces whenever I moved it anywhere, so I pieced it out for a castle (with his permission). For a parody set, it IS a pretty high price. Do kids really go for this alternative history Lego Star Wars stuff?

[@super0sonic]

I am kinda hype for this. I just bought the Lego falcon and I think the two of these together will look cool. That said this just came out so no rush to buy it.

[@ianroe1076]

This set looks good, but I'm also just so curious what those figures will be worth in a decade. I'm not normally concerned with resale value of Lego or toys in general but this is such a oddball selection of stuff that I don't think Lego will ever make again.

[@sirw7630]

Nice review. Problem is, I just can't digest this set for $180 and think back to only 2 years ago the $100 Sith Inquisitor Ship with 4 vs. 6 figs that are equally cool, although less unique and collectable. Does that mean the build quality has drastically improved or is it more likely Lego's greed has really ramped up this year?? I just don't see what the additional $50 - $60 in the build goes towards considering this is basically a recolor (sorry Jang, but it is) of previous Falcons.... certainly not prints with all of those stickers :/. I will concede and agree with you that the designers did a great job with the fold out panels for access, as one would expect with this being the 5th or w/e edition of the same Falcon from 10+ years ago.

[@JANGsLEGOreviews]

Nothing to be cynically sorry about, I said very clearly (I think multiple times?) in this video you're responding to that this mostly a recolor of 75257, because that's an obvious fact. Inquisitor ship had 924 pieces; in other words, this one has 70% more parts including 2 more minifigs. Hardly a fair value comparison IMO even though subjectively I loved that Scythe.