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The Lego Movie

The Lego Movie

The story of a nobody who saved everybody.

2014100 minPGMidcredits score: 97th percentile of all films
Directors
Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
Starring
Chris Pratt, Elizabeth Banks, Will Ferrell, Morgan Freeman

An ordinary Lego mini-figure, mistakenly thought to be the extraordinary MasterBuilder, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil Lego tyrant from conquering the universe.

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Where can I watch The Lego Movie?

As of October 24, 2026, MovieCove lists The Lego Movie streaming on Disney+ and Paramount+ and to rent or buy on Apple TV and Prime Video.

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Highlights

What stands out about The Lego Movie?

The Lego Movie earns 12 badges, led by Modern classic and Top 5% of films.

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  • Rank
  • Reception
  • Craft and mood
  • Awards and box office
  • Content
  • Cast

Reception

Is The Lego Movie worth watching?

The Lego Movie's Midcredits score is the 97th percentile of all films, from 2.1M ratings across 6 sources. 85% liked it (rated it 7 or higher out of 10).

Midcredits score

How well it was received

97th percentile

Better received than 97% of films

94th percentile among Animation97th percentile among 2010s
Acclaim (how much people like it)95th
Approval (how many liked it)95th

78 /100

95th percentile of all films

93rd percentile among Animation95th percentile among 2010s

Critics 83 · Audience 77

Critics liked it more than audiences did.

Rating distribution

Most people land high, with a thin tail of low scores from those it didn't reach.

85% liked it

95th percentile of all films

93rd percentile among Animation95th percentile among 2010s
85% rated it 7–1015% rated it 1–6

Critics 96% · Audience 87%

On Rotten Tomatoes, a bigger share of critics approved than audiences.

Awards

0 Oscars won · 1 Oscar noms · 48 wins / 50 noms overall

  • NominatedAcademy Awards· Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures, Original Song
  • NominatedGolden Globes· Best Animated Feature Film

99th percentile

2.1M ratings across platforms

98th percentile among Animation99th percentile among 2010s
TMDB popularity, last 37 days to Oct 26Down 13% in 30 days

Box office

Budget$60M
Opening weekend$69M
Domestic gross$258M
Worldwide gross$471M

Returned 7.8× its budget — 95th percentile earner in its genre.

What reviewers say

Common ground

The film is visually impressive and has a mix of clever and childish humor, but opinions differ on whether the story and character depth hold up.

Fans praised

  • Surprisingly original for a toy adaptation
  • Hilarious for both kids and adults
  • Stunning animation and attention to detail

Detractors panned

  • Story felt boring and unengaging
  • Too many characters, some underused
  • Humor didn't land for all

What stands out

OriginalityDivisive85

Refreshing for toy-based movies

HumorDivisive80

Clever jokes and meta-commentary, but not for everyone

Sound and musicDivisive80

Catchy songs enhance fun tone

Plot and storyDivisive75

Creatively structured but some find it thin

ActingDivisive75

Voice cast delivers, but not uniformly

CharactersDivisive70

Memorable but some side characters underused

PacingDivisive70

Fast-paced but can feel rushed

Preferred by

Women vs men

Preferred by Men

Men scored it 10 points higher than women.

No notable difference between the other groups: each pair ranks it within 10 percentile points.

  • Under-30s vs over-30s 1 point apart
  • Critics vs users 1 point apart
  • US vs non-US 3 points apart

Watch experience

What is The Lego Movie like to watch?

Conclusions only — categories and positions, no plot detail.

Easy laugh: browse every movie of this kind

Watch this when you want something light that makes you laugh and does not take itself seriously.

It is intense, takes its time and leaves you entertained. Skip it when you want things to move fast.

ToneFeelDemandwhat the answer rests onexact position · filled zone: the category

What it asks of you

Patience.

What it feels like

Easy laugh.

Moods
JoyfulThrillingHopefulManic
Heaviest: throughout
Register
PlayfulSatirical · 5% of films
Told as
Three-act: Setup, confrontation, resolution — the default Hollywood shape.
ToneThe film plays its material with affectionate satire, celebrating creativity while winking at corporate conformity and pop culture, never cynical despite the parody.
The rideThe film maintains a high-energy, playful, and upbeat tone throughout, with moments of genuine hope and emotional resonance, especially in the climax.
StructureThe story follows a classic three-act structure: setup of Emmet's ordinary life, the quest with obstacles, and a climax that resolves both the Lego conflict and the real-world father-son dynamic.

How it leaves you

what you carry away

Entertained.

FunHopeful
Why it leaves you this wayThe film leaves you grinning from the rapid-fire jokes and inspired by its celebration of creativity and the value of every individual.
How it ends · evidence
Happy endingTwist

Story archetype

where it sits among all films
Monster — 21% of films. A threat menaces the hero's world and must be defeated.Rags — 3% of films. A rise from lowliness to fortune, status, or recognition.Quest — 10% of films. A journey toward a defined objective, with companions and obstacles.Voyage — 4% of films. Into a strange world and back again, changed.Comedy — 11% of films. Confusion and cross-purposes resolved into harmony.Tragedy — 9% of films. A flaw or fixation drives the protagonist to ruin.Rebirth — 13% of films. A stalled or darkened life reopened and renewed.Mystery — 7% of films. A question drives the story — who did it, what happened, what is real — until it is answered.No archetype — 22% of filmsPredator — 6% of films. A creature or killer hunts the protagonists (Jaws, Alien).Tyrant — 6% of films. A human villain holds power over the hero's world (Die Hard).Invasion — 2% of films. An external force attacks the home or world (Independence Day).Oppressive state — 2% of films. A government, its agencies or a secret faction inside them is the monster (V for Vendetta).Corporate villainy — 1% of films. A company or its bosses are the monster (Erin Brockovich).Institutional injustice — 1% of films. A court, prison, police force, school or church is itself the enemy (Spotlight).Class system — under 1% of films. The gap between rich and poor, or a rigid hierarchy, is the monster (Parasite).Technology turns — under 1% of films. Technology people rely on becomes the threat (The Terminator).Inner demon — 1% of films. The monster is within — addiction, illness, a dark double.Underdog triumph — 2% of films. Rise through competition or contest (Rocky).Social ascent — under 1% of films. A climb in class or status (Pretty Woman).Fame and fortune — under 1% of films. An artistic or showbiz rise (A Star Is Born).Rise and fall — under 1% of films. Wealth or power gained, self lost (Scarface).Hidden worth revealed — under 1% of films. The protagonist's true value finally recognized.Treasure hunt — 1% of films. Retrieve an object of value (Raiders of the Lost Ark).Rescue — 4% of films. Retrieve or save a person (Saving Private Ryan).Mission — 5% of films. Accomplish or destroy a defined objective (Mission: Impossible).Journey home — under 1% of films. The goal is getting back (Finding Nemo).Pilgrimage — 1% of films. The journey itself transforms; the destination is symbolic.Portal fantasy — under 1% of films. Transported into another world (The Wizard of Oz).Fish out of water — 2% of films. Displaced into an unfamiliar social world (Elf).Survival ordeal — 1% of films. Trapped in a hostile environment, fighting back (Cast Away).Time displacement — under 1% of films. Unstuck in time (Back to the Future).Descent — 1% of films. A night-journey into an underworld or subculture (After Hours).Romantic comedy — 4% of films. Lovers kept apart by confusion, united at last.Comedy of errors — 3% of films. Mistaken identity or misunderstanding drives the plot.Farce — 2% of films. Escalating absurd chaos and coincidence (The Hangover).Buddy comedy — 1% of films. A mismatched pair forced together (Rush Hour).Comedy of manners — 1% of films. Social codes and class satirized (Clueless).Hubris — 1% of films. Pride or ambition invites the fall (There Will Be Blood).Obsession — 2% of films. A fixation consumes the protagonist (Black Swan).Corruption arc — 2% of films. Step-by-step moral decay (The Godfather).Doomed love — 2% of films. Love destroyed by circumstance (Brokeback Mountain).Crushed by fate — 3% of films. Destroyed by forces beyond the protagonist's control.Redemption — 3% of films. Moral reawakening of a hardened soul (A Christmas Carol).Healing — 5% of films. Recovery from grief or trauma (Good Will Hunting).Liberation — 2% of films. Breaking free of a confining life (Room).Second chance — 2% of films. A stagnant life re-opened to love or purpose (Groundhog Day).Puzzle — 1% of films. A clue-by-clue puzzle you can try to solve before the reveal (Knives Out, Clue).Investigation — 5% of films. A long pursuit of the truth that may never be fully solved (Zodiac, Memories of Murder).Enigma — 2% of films. The mystery is what is real, or what is actually happening (Mulholland Drive).QuestMission
Every story archetype, clockwise from the top
  • Monster 21%: Predator 6% · Tyrant 6% · Invasion 2% · Oppressive state 2% · Corporate villainy 1% · Institutional injustice 1% · Class system under 1% · Technology turns under 1% · Inner demon 1%
  • Rags 3%: Underdog triumph 2% · Social ascent under 1% · Fame and fortune under 1% · Rise and fall under 1% · Hidden worth revealed under 1%
  • Quest 10% (this title): Treasure hunt 1% · Rescue 4% · Mission 5% (this title) · Journey home under 1% · Pilgrimage 1%
  • Voyage 4%: Portal fantasy under 1% · Fish out of water 2% · Survival ordeal 1% · Time displacement under 1% · Descent 1%
  • Comedy 11%: Romantic comedy 4% · Comedy of errors 3% · Farce 2% · Buddy comedy 1% · Comedy of manners 1%
  • Tragedy 9%: Hubris 1% · Obsession 2% · Corruption arc 2% · Doomed love 2% · Crushed by fate 3%
  • Rebirth 13%: Redemption 3% · Healing 5% · Liberation 2% · Second chance 2%
  • Mystery 7%: Puzzle 1% · Investigation 5% · Enigma 2%
  • No archetype 22%

Quest: A journey toward a defined objective, with companions and obstacles. · Mission: Accomplish or destroy a defined objective (Mission: Impossible).

10% of films fit this archetype

with Rebirth underneath

Why this archetypeAn ordinary construction worker is prophesied to find a special object and leads a team of master builders on a mission to stop a tyrant from freezing the world, while the real-world framing adds a rebirth of creativity.

What it's about

7 groups · 53 themes
Bonds — 27% of filmsSelf — 22% of filmsPower — 7% of filmsMorality — 16% of filmsSurvival — 15% of filmsSociety — 9% of filmsIdeas — 5% of filmsRomantic love — 15% of filmsMarriage — 2% of filmsFamily bonds — 21% of filmsParenthood — 2% of filmsFriendship — 9% of filmsLoyalty — 4% of filmsIdentity — 14% of filmsComing of age — 5% of filmsAging — under 1% of filmsSelf-worth — 7% of filmsAmbition — 7% of filmsPurpose — 9% of filmsMemory — 3% of filmsObsession — 3% of films. A fixation consumes the protagonist (Black Swan).Power — 2% of filmsCorruption — 3% of filmsGreed — 3% of filmsClass — 3% of filmsOppression — 4% of filmsFreedom — 5% of filmsJustice — 13% of filmsDuty — 2% of filmsRevenge — 4% of filmsGuilt — 3% of filmsRedemption — 6% of films. Moral reawakening of a hardened soul (A Christmas Carol).Forgiveness — 1% of filmsSacrifice — 4% of filmsBetrayal — 5% of filmsDeception — 9% of filmsSurvival — 17% of filmsWar — 1% of filmsViolence — 4% of filmsMortality — 2% of filmsGrief — 6% of filmsTrauma — 7% of filmsMental illness — 1% of filmsAddiction — 1% of filmsIllness and disability — under 1% of filmsCommunity — 14% of films. Consequences reach a town, institution or group.Isolation — 5% of filmsPrejudice — 3% of filmsDisplacement — 1% of filmsFaith — 3% of filmsTradition vs change — 2% of filmsFame — 3% of filmsLegacy — 4% of filmsFate — 1% of filmsFree will — under 1% of filmsTruth — 4% of filmsHope — 5% of filmsNature — 2% of filmsArt — 4% of filmsTechnology — 1% of filmsSelfSelf-worth
Every theme, clockwise from the top
  • Bonds 27%: Romantic love 15% · Marriage 2% · Family bonds 21% · Parenthood 2% · Friendship 9% · Loyalty 4%
  • Self 22% (this title): Identity 14% · Coming of age 5% · Aging under 1% · Self-worth 7% (this title) · Ambition 7% · Purpose 9% · Memory 3% · Obsession 3%
  • Power 7%: Power 2% · Corruption 3% · Greed 3% · Class 3% · Oppression 4% · Freedom 5%
  • Morality 16%: Justice 13% · Duty 2% · Revenge 4% · Guilt 3% · Redemption 6% · Forgiveness 1% · Sacrifice 4% · Betrayal 5% · Deception 9%
  • Survival 15%: Survival 17% · War 1% · Violence 4% · Mortality 2% · Grief 6% · Trauma 7% · Mental illness 1% · Addiction 1% · Illness and disability under 1%
  • Society 9%: Community 14% (this title) · Isolation 5% · Prejudice 3% · Displacement 1% · Faith 3% · Tradition vs change 2% · Fame 3% · Legacy 4%
  • Ideas 5%: Fate 1% · Free will under 1% · Truth 4% · Hope 5% · Nature 2% · Art 4% · Technology 1%

Self

Self-worth · 7% of filmsCommunity · 14% of films: Consequences reach a town, institution or group.
Celebrates its theme: Affirms its theme — this is good and worth having.Global stakes: Consequences reach the world.Single lead
How it treats its themeThe film celebrates individual creativity and the importance of believing in oneself, while also highlighting the value of teamwork and community.
StanceThe film celebrates creativity, individuality, and the power of believing in oneself, satirizing corporate conformity but ultimately affirming the value of everyone being special.

The world

TimelessUrbanAlternate dimensionInstitutionalStylized realism
Orchestral modernPopForeground music · hybrid · Mark Mothersbaugh
SettingThe Lego universe, a constructed world of themed lands, contrasted with a real-world father's basement Lego set.
MusicThe score blends whimsical orchestral themes with upbeat pop, including the catchy song 'Everything Is Awesome'.

Content guide

Is The Lego Movie okay for kids?

PG

The Lego Movie is rated PG: “Rated PG for mild action and rude humor” (MPAA). As of October 3, 2026, Midcredits content scores put its violence at mild (31/100), sexual content at mild (17/100), language at mild (20/100), drug and alcohol content at minimal (15/100) and frightening material at mild (33/100). Overall it is heavier than 21% of PG-rated films.

Ratings in 30 other countries
  • UKU
  • CanadaG
  • AustraliaPG
  • Germany0
  • FranceU
  • IrelandG
  • New ZealandPG
  • JapanG
  • South KoreaALL
  • BrazilL
  • Belgium12
  • BGB
  • CzechiaU
  • Denmark7
  • FinlandK-7
  • GreeceΚ
  • Hungary12
  • ItalyT
  • MexicoAA
  • Netherlands6
  • Norway9
  • Poland12
  • PortugalM/12
  • ROAP
  • Russia0+
  • SKU
  • SpainA
  • Sweden7
  • Switzerland6
  • THท ทั่วไป
Overall
Mild · all five categories
Heavier than 6% of all filmsHeavier than 21% of PG-rated films
Violence & Gore
Mild
typical for a PG-rated film
heavier than 38%
Sex & Nudity
Mild
typical for a PG-rated film
heavier than 32%
Profanity
Mild
typical for a PG-rated film
heavier than 35%
Alcohol & Drugs
None / Minimal
typical for a PG-rated film
heavier than 28%
Frightening / Intense
Mild
typical for a PG-rated film
heavier than 38%

Point along a line to see a well-known title at that level.

Nothing here is extreme. The strongest element is frightening material, heavier than 38% of PG-rated films.

Source: Midcredits content scores, 0 (none) to 100 (severe) per category, with each standing ranked against other films that have them.

What content warnings does The Lego Movie have?

Not screened for content warnings yet.

Cast and crew

Who is in The Lego Movie?

Cast

4 of the cast already had the standing of a top-10% working actor.

Chris Pratt
as Emmet Brickowski
Top draw: One of the 3 biggest draws in this cast: billing here weighted by career star power.
Elizabeth Banks
as Wyldstyle
Established: A standing when this film came out that a top-10% working actor has today.
Will Ferrell
as Lord Business
Established: A standing when this film came out that a top-10% working actor has today.Top draw: One of the 3 biggest draws in this cast: billing here weighted by career star power.
Morgan Freeman
as Vitruvius
Established: A standing when this film came out that a top-10% working actor has today.Top draw: One of the 3 biggest draws in this cast: billing here weighted by career star power.
Will Arnett
as Batman
Liam Neeson
as Bad Cop
Established: A standing when this film came out that a top-10% working actor has today.
Alison Brie
as Unikitty
newcomer then · star now
Nick Offerman
as Metal Beard
Veteran: 15 or more years in, with as much work as the typical long-career actor.
Charlie Day
as Benny
Jadon Sand
as Finn
First film: No prior film role; they had worked in television.

Crew

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