Set Details
- Set Number
- 70801
- Name
- Melting Room
- Theme
- The LEGO Movie
- Year
- 2014
- Pieces
- 122
- Complexity
- Quick
- Build Time
- 20-45 minutes
- Ages
- 6+
- Type
- Play-focused
About LEGO Melting Room
LEGO Melting Room (set #70801) is a mid-sized build with 122 pieces from the The LEGO Movie theme, released in 2014. The The LEGO Movie line features builds and vehicles from The LEGO Movie films. This is a quick-level build suitable for ages 6+, with an estimated build time of 20-45 minutes. As a licensed set, it recreates elements from the official The LEGO Movie property.
Set Highlights
- 122 pieces at quick complexity — a 20-45 minutes build.
- Compatible with all standard LEGO sets — bricks extend naturally into other sets you own.
- Play-focused build with interactive elements designed for 6+ builders.
- Officially licensed The LEGO Movie set — faithful recreation of the source property.
Who Is This Set For?
Gift for The LEGO Movie Fans
The natural overlap between The LEGO Movie fans and LEGO fans makes this a go-to gift. The set brings recognizable characters and scenes into brick form.
Themed Play & Roleplay
Minifigures and themed accessories support imaginative play tied to the The LEGO Movie universe — the play experience extends well beyond the initial build.
Collector's Display Piece
Many fans build licensed sets and display them complete. Limited or retired licensed releases often gain value over time, making them popular with serious collectors.
Build Tips
Check the piece count on the bag against the parts list before starting — knowing what you have prevents mid-build surprises.
Even in small sets, connection order matters. Follow the steps rather than building sections independently.
For active play sets, key connection points (hinges, turntables, clip joints) can loosen over time — a small dab of LEGO's own tube clutch lubricant on the stud resolves most looseness without damage.
Finding Instructions
Building instructions for LEGO Melting Room (#70801) are available as a free PDF on LEGO.com. You can also upload a photo of this set to LegoFinder to identify it and access the instructions directly.
Melting Room FAQ
Related Reading
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