The LEGO Group is no stranger to making movies for the big screen, and with Keanu Reeves reportedly starring in a future release, it looks set to continue its cinematic ambitions for years to come.
Deadline, a reliable source within the film industry, recently reported that John Wick star and 'Hollywood’s nicest man' Keanu Reeves is set to appear in a live-action/animation hybrid LEGO film directed by Toy Story 4 director Josh Cooley.
The LEGO Group has released several theatrical films over the years and has six reportedly in development. Here is a complete list of LEGO movies to date, along with rumoured future projects.
The LEGO Movie
Release date: February 7, 2014 Production budget: $60 million Global box office: $470.8 million
The LEGO Group kicked off its collaboration with Warner Bros. on the big screen in 2014. A star-studded cast, including Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, and Morgan Freeman, brought to life the story of an ordinary construction worker who becomes the key to stopping a corporate tyrant. The film was both a critical and commercial success, establishing LEGO as a major cinematic brand.
The LEGO Batman Movie
Release date: February 10, 2017 Production budget: $80 million Global box office: $312 million
Fast-tracked after the success of The LEGO Movie and the popularity of Will Arnett’s LEGO Batman, this spin-off follows Batman as he grapples with loneliness and fear of intimacy while facing a roster of iconic villains. It proved another critical and commercial hit for the franchise.
The LEGO Ninjago Movie
Release date: September 22, 2017 Production budget: $70 million Global box office: $123.1 million
Released just seven months after The LEGO Batman Movie, this film follows schoolboy Lloyd as he defends Ninjago City from his villainous father, Lord Garmadon. Despite its visual flair and comedic moments, the film struggled at the box office, with audience fatigue and rapid release scheduling cited as contributing factors.
The LEGO Movie 2: The Second Part
Release date: February 8, 2019 Production budget: $99 million Global box office: $199.6 million
Picking up five years after the original, the sequel sees Bricksburg transformed into an apocalyptic wasteland caused by constant sibling conflict. While the film retained the charm of its predecessor, it failed to replicate its success, and its underperformance contributed to Warner Bros. eventually allowing its LEGO film rights to lapse, which were later acquired by Universal Pictures.
Piece by Piece
Release date: October 11, 2024 Production budget: $16 million Global box office: $10.7 million
Universal Pictures reimagined the LEGO medium with this hybrid documentary-style film exploring the life and music of Pharrell Williams. Using LEGO animation to visualise his creativity and synesthesia, the film took a more artistic and experimental approach. While it had a modest box office run, it was well received critically and demonstrated the LEGO Group’s potential for more mature storytelling.
Live-action LEGO Ninjago Movie
Release date: TBC Production budget: Unknown Global box office: N/A
Kevin and Dan Hageman, writers of several seasons of the original LEGO Ninjago animated series, reportedly signed on in November 2024 to develop a live-action film adaptation. Plot details remain unknown.
Inner Child
Release date: TBC Production budget: Unknown Global box office: N/A
In August 2025, Deadline reported that a LEGO 'elevated comedy' from director James Morosini was in early development. The project reportedly began as an original live-action script before Universal Pictures reworked it into a LEGO-themed film. No plot details have been confirmed.
Untitled Josh Cooley / Keanu Reeves LEGO Film
Release date: TBC Production budget: Unknown Global box office: N/A
Image: 10767 Duke Caboom's Stunt Show, Keanu Reeves' only minifigure
The latest high-profile rumour suggests that Universal Pictures is developing a LEGO film starring Keanu Reeves, directed by Josh Cooley. According to Deadline, multiple scripts were in development before Reeves was selected as the creative centre of the project, with Cooley later brought on board to direct.
Untitled Trio of Live-action LEGO Films
Release date: TBC Production budget: Unknown Global box office: N/A
In October 2024, Universal Pictures confirmed development of three additional LEGO films. The projects are set to be directed by Joe Cornish (Ant-Man co-writer), Patty Jenkins (Wonder Woman), and Jake Kasdan (Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle). No plot details have been revealed.
While we await further information on the new LEGO films, there are still plenty of ways to engage with existing LEGO media related to the movies. New LEGO Batman and LEGO Ninjago sets continue to release regularly, keeping both themes firmly in the spotlight.
Right now is also a strong time for collectors, with discounts available across select sets, including Amazon Prime 33% off of 71859 The Dragon of Life and double points promotions on larger LEGO Batman releases such as 76300 Arkham Asylum.
Images: Warner Bros./Universal Pictures
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