LEGO® Ideas - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial 21370

The LEGO Ideas E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (21370) is a 1,226-piece buildable figure for adult collectors, recreating the character from the 1982 film as a posable display model. It arrived as part of the August 2026 LEGO Ideas wave and is rated 18+, placing it alongside the theme's other adult display builds rather than its play sets.

Posability and the light brick

The figure is articulated, so the pose can be changed after the build is finished rather than being locked into a single stance. That matters for a character defined by specific gestures from the film.

A light brick is included in the model, adding a practical glowing element that sets this apart from a purely static sculpture.

Key features

• Posable brick-built figure
• Integrated light brick element
• 1,226 pieces across a multi-session build
• Rated 18+ as an adult display model

Where it sits in the LEGO Ideas range

LEGO Ideas sets originate from fan submissions that reach 10,000 supporters, and the theme tends to produce models with a stronger nostalgic pull than the mainline ranges. This release shared its launch window with the X-Files and La Catrina sets, giving collectors three distinct additions in the same month.

Build guidance is available through the LEGO Builder app, which allows 3D rotation and zoom on individual steps.

Set specifications

• Set number: 21370
• Piece count: 1,226
• Recommended age: 18 years and up
• Theme: LEGO Ideas

Who this set suits

Made for adult film fans and LEGO Ideas collectors. It reads as a display piece for a shelf or media room rather than a toy, and the light element makes it work well in a dimly lit space.

The light brick

Light bricks are battery-powered elements that are pressed to activate. They are not designed for constant illumination, so treat the effect as something to switch on when showing the model rather than leaving lit permanently.