LEGO has officially announced a brand-new Project Hail Mary building set, confirming long-standing leaks and introducing the first Ryan Gosling minifigure in LEGO history. The upcoming release ties directly to the highly anticipated science-fiction film adaptation of Project Hail Mary, which arrives in theaters later this year.
The set launches under the LEGO Icons lineup and targets adult builders who prefer display-focused collectibles rather than traditional playsets. LEGO confirmed the announcement on February 5, putting all speculation to rest just weeks ahead of preorders going live.
LEGO Icons Project Hail Mary Set: Key Details
The LEGO Icons Project Hail Mary (Set #11389) recreates the iconic Hail Mary spacecraft in microscale form. LEGO designed the model primarily for display, as reflected in its 18+ age rating and mechanical presentation stand.
Confirmed set details:
- Theme: LEGO Icons
- Set Number: 11389
- Pieces: 830
- Minifigures: Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling)
- Additional Figure: Rocky (alien companion)
- Price: $99.99
- Release Date: March 1, 2026
The model stands over 12 inches tall when mounted on its base, making it a centerpiece-style display rather than a shelf-friendly micro build.
Rotating Display Base Adds Motion — and Debate
One standout feature is the hand-cranked rotating base, which simulates the spacecraft’s centrifugal gravity system from the story. Turning the crank spins the crew module, adding motion rarely seen in LEGO Icons sets.
However, the rotating mechanism consumes a large portion of the piece count. Some builders may feel the spacecraft itself appears smaller than expected for a $100 set. Similar criticism followed recent LEGO display models that emphasized bases over core builds.
LEGO still positions the mechanism as a functional design choice rather than a decorative extra.
This release marks several milestones for LEGO:
- First minifigure based on Ryan Gosling
- One of LEGO’s few licensed sets tied to a new sci-fi property
- A rare crossover between a modern science-fiction novel and LEGO Icons
The timing also aligns closely with the upcoming Project Hail Mary, which stars Gosling as Ryland Grace. LEGO scheduled the set’s launch just weeks before the film’s theatrical release, maximizing cross-media attention.
Project Hail Mary Set Preorders and Availability
LEGO has opened preorders exclusively through its official store, with shipping scheduled to begin on March 1, 2026. The company currently limits purchases to three units per customer, a standard policy designed to curb reseller activity.
More retailers are expected to list the set closer to launch. Preorder Now!
For sci-fi fans, this set delivers a rare combination of accurate design, mechanical movement, and character representation—all wrapped in a display-first package.
