How many pieces are in the Project Hail Mary?

Project Hail Mary contains 830 pieces.

What age is the Project Hail Mary recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 18+.

When was the Project Hail Mary released?

Project Hail Mary was released in 2026.

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🏛 Icons

Set #11389

Project Hail Mary

Project Hail Mary is a surprisingly engaging LEGO Icons set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 18+ · Intermediate build Perfect for adult fans of sci-fi and LEGO who appreciate detailed models
Build: 830 pieces · about 4.5 hours Build time is an estimate.
Price: $99.99 list price · 12.0¢ per piece
Availability: Current release · expected exit Dec 31, 2028

★★★★☆ 4.5 community rating from 22 ratings

Fans praise the set's accurate representation of the Project Hail Mary spacecraft and the inclusion of unique minifigures. Some criticize the price point, but overall, the set is well-received for its unique design and engaging building experience.

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📝 Our Take

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Project Hail Mary is a surprisingly engaging LEGO Icons set. Capturing the essence of the novel's spacecraft design in microscale is a clever approach, offering a detailed model without overwhelming piece count or size.

This set is perfect for adult fans of sci-fi literature and LEGO building. The build offers a unique blend of Technic and System bricks, resulting in a satisfying building experience and a striking display piece.

Skip this if you prefer minifigure-scale models or complex building techniques. Those looking for larger, more intricate spaceships may prefer sets from the Star Wars or Ideas themes.

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🧱 Building Experience

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830

Pieces

⏱

4.5h

Estimated Build Time

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Intermediate

Difficulty

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30cm × 25cm × 22cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Clever use of Technic elements to create the centrifugal gravity system
Intricate microscale detailing captures the essence of the spacecraft
Satisfying integration of System and Technic building techniques
Unique display features, including the rotating crew module

📈 Investment Analysis

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Investment Grade

⏳ Current release

Project Hail Mary, as a standalone LEGO Icons set based on a popular science fiction novel, possesses moderate investment potential. Its appeal to both LEGO collectors and fans of the book enhances its desirability. The set's unique design and play features, combined with the potential for it to become a sought-after item upon retirement, suggest a reasonable chance of appreciation. However, its investment performance will depend on the continued popularity of the source material and the overall demand for LEGO Icons sets. The stable price trend indicates a steady interest, but monitoring its performance post-retirement will be crucial.

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This set offers a unique building experience compared to typical LEGO spaceships, focusing on a specific sci-fi design. While sets like the LEGO Ideas International Space Station (21321-1) offer similar display appeal, Project Hail Mary provides a more focused and detailed recreation of a fictional spacecraft. It's a good choice for fans of the book who want a tangible piece of the story.

2 Minifigures Included

The set includes two unique characters: Dr. Ryland Grace and Rocky (Alien). These minifigures add significant collectible value, especially Rocky with its unique design.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 830
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 184 unique parts, 813 pieces
Minifigures: 2

The official piece count includes the 17 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 10197 1× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 10288 2× Black

Tile Special 2 x ...

Part #: 11203 1× Black

Plate 3 x 3

Part #: 11212 4× Dark Orange

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 11214 2× Red

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 11214 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11458 12× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 11476 4× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Curved 2 x ...

Part #: 11477 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 14719 10× Black

Road Sign Clip-on...

Part #: 15210 12× Black

Technic Axle 5 wi...

Part #: 15462 10× Reddish Brown

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 15535 6× Black

Tile Round 2 x 2 ...

Part #: 15535pr0014 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 4× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 15573 3× Pearl Gold

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 15712 1× Red

Steering Wheel Sm...

Part #: 16091 1× Light Bluish Gray

Flag 5 x 6 Hexago...

Part #: 17979pr0003 1× Trans-Clear

Technic Gear 20 T...

Part #: 18575 1× Tan

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 18651 5× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 18654 2× Yellow

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 18654 8× Black

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 18674 4× Yellow

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 18674 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 18677 2× Black

Technic Turntable...

Part #: 18939 1× Light Bluish Gray

Tile Special Roun...

Part #: 20482 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 22961 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 22961 2× Dark Turquoise

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 2393 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 11

Part #: 23948 3× Yellow

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 2412b 4× Flat Silver

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 24246 8× Black

Technic Axle 3 wi...

Part #: 24316 3× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 12

Part #: 2445 2× Black

Tile Round 1 x 1 ...

Part #: 25269 2× Light Bluish Gray

Bar, 4 Top Bars, ...

Part #: 2566 2× White

Plate 4 x 4 Corner

Part #: 2639 2× Black

Tile 2 x 2 Curved...

Part #: 27925 4× Pearl Gold

Tile 2 x 2 Curved...

Part #: 27925 4× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 27940 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 28802 8× Black

Brick 1 x 2

Part #: 3004 4× Black

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 2× Black

Brick 1 x 4

Part #: 3010 2× Black

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 4× Black

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 6× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 9× Light Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 14× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 30237b 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 12× Black

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Trans-Yellow

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× White

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 3× Black

Brick Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 30361cpr0026 1× White

Bar 4L (Lightsabe...

Part #: 30374 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 1× Black

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 4× Black

Tile 1 x 1 with G...

Part #: 3070b 6× White

Tile 1 x 1 with S...

Part #: 3070bpr0052 1× Trans-Clear

Tile 1 x 1 with R...

Part #: 3070bpr0053 1× Trans-Clear

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 3176 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32013 1× Blue

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32014 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 6× Dark Tan

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32034 1× Blue

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32034 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32034 5× Black

Technic Axle 2 No...

Part #: 32062 13× Red

Technic Knob Wheel

Part #: 32072 1× Black

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 1× White

Technic Bush 1/2 ...

Part #: 32123b 8× Blue

Technic Beam 2 x ...

Part #: 32140 7× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32184 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32278 5× Black

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 32291 1× Dark Turquoise

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32449 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 36 T...

Part #: 32498 1× Black

Technic Beam Roun...

Part #: 3250 1× Lime

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32523 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 32524 5× Black

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 32530 2× Black

Brick Curved Inve...

Part #: 32803 2× Black

Cone 1 1/2 x 1 1/...

Part #: 33492 1× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 8

Part #: 3460 1× Black

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 3504 3× White

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 3505 3× White

Technic Driving R...

Part #: 35186 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 35480 2× White

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Black

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 3661 1× White

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36840 7× Dark Bluish Gray

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 36841 4× Black

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3701 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3702 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Brick 1 x...

Part #: 3703 2× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 4

Part #: 3705 4× Red

Technic Axle 6

Part #: 3706 2× Black

Technic Axle 12

Part #: 3708 2× Black

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 6× Black

Technic Axle 10

Part #: 3737 1× Black

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Hinge Brick 1 x 4...

Part #: 3830 4× White

Hinge Brick 1 x 4...

Part #: 3831 4× White

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 3839b 6× White

Technic Connector...

Part #: 39793 1× Black

Tool Screwdriver ...

Part #: 4006 1× Flat Silver

Turntable 2 x 2 x 1

Part #: 40145 3× Black

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 2× Tan

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 6× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 4081b 1× White

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41239 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 1× Black

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41677 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 41677 2× Blue

Technic Wedge Bel...

Part #: 4185 3× Flat Silver

Technic Wedge Bel...

Part #: 4185 3× Pearl Gold

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 42003 5× Lime

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 42003 3× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 42135 2× Black

Technic Driving R...

Part #: 42195 2× Black

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 42924 10× Blue

Technic Axle Pin ...

Part #: 43093 20× Blue

Technic Axle 3

Part #: 4519 3× Yellow

Brick Sloped 1 x ...

Part #: 4569 6× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4595 2× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 4733 1× White

Dish 2 x 2 Invert...

Part #: 4740 1× Trans-Orange

Wedge Plate 6 x 4...

Part #: 48205 4× Black

Wedge Plate 6 x 4...

Part #: 48208 4× Black

Technic Steering ...

Part #: 52730 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Steering ...

Part #: 52731 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Ball Join...

Part #: 53585 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 1× White

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 5443 1× Black

Technic Axle 8 wi...

Part #: 55013 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 57585 1× Light Bluish Gray

Technic Axle 5.5 ...

Part #: 59426 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 2× Black

Technic Axle Conn...

Part #: 59443 5× Green

Tyre 14 x 4 Smoot...

Part #: 59895 3× Black

Plate Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 60474 1× White

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 60484 3× Black

Technic Axle 9

Part #: 60485 1× Yellow

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 60897 6× Orange

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 61184 2× Red

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 61332 38× Black

Technic Beam 3 x ...

Part #: 61408 1× Black

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 61409 40× Metallic Silver

Brick Round 4 x 4...

Part #: 6222 1× White

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 62462 5× Pearl Titanium

Hair Short, Tousl...

Part #: 62810 1× Dark Tan

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 6× Black

Bar 6L with Stop ...

Part #: 63965 1× Tan

Technic Gear Rack...

Part #: 64781 1× Black

Plate Special 8-S...

Part #: 65092 1× Opal Trans-Clear

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 65304 13× Flat Silver

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 6536 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin Conne...

Part #: 65487 8× Black

Bar, Angled with ...

Part #: 65578 1× Black

Technic Gear 12 T...

Part #: 6589 2× Tan

Technic Beam 1 x ...

Part #: 6632 2× Bright Green

Technic Pin with ...

Part #: 66906 2× Red

Technic Beam Fram...

Part #: 67491 2× Black

Tile 2 x 6

Part #: 69729 3× Black

Tile 2 x 6 with '...

Part #: 69729pr0064 1× Black

Technic Gear 12 T...

Part #: 69778 1× Blue

Technic Axle and ...

Part #: 69819 1× Yellow

Technic Beam 2 x ...

Part #: 71708 2× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 71752 3× Tan

Brick Curved 3 x ...

Part #: 7302 11× White

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 73109 2× Black

Brick Round 3 x 3...

Part #: 73111 9× White

Brick Round 3 x 3...

Part #: 73111 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick Round 3 x 3...

Part #: 73111pr0004 6× White

Bracket 3 x 2 x 1...

Part #: 73562 4× Black

Plate 2 x 3 with ...

Part #: 73831 1× Black

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 7729 1× Bright Green

Technic Pin Long ...

Part #: 77765 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 77808 16× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 77845 8× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 78256 2× Medium Azure

Technic Beam 2 x ...

Part #: 80286 1× Light Bluish Gray

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 80796 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 5× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 11× Pearl Gold

Plate 1 x 1 x 2/3...

Part #: 86996 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 6× Black

Technic Axle 4 wi...

Part #: 87083 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Gear 20 T...

Part #: 87407 3× Light Bluish Gray

Plate Special 3 x...

Part #: 88646 3× Black

Technic Turntable...

Part #: 88738 1× Black

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 89678 8× Dark Bluish Gray

Technic Pin 1/2 w...

Part #: 89678 21× Red

Technic Gear 16 T...

Part #: 94925 6× Light Bluish Gray

Brick and Axle Se...

Part #: 96874 1× Dark Turquoise

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× White

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Red

Large Figure Weap...

Part #: 98585 1× Pearl Titanium

Technic Axle 4 wi...

Part #: 99008 1× Tan

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 99563 7× White

Technic Beam Tria...

Part #: 99773 2× Black

Bracket 1 x 2 - 1...

Part #: 99780 8× Dark Bluish Gray

The set offers a good selection of Technic pins and axles, useful for MOC builders. The metallic silver slopes are also a valuable addition to any parts collection.

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💎 Notable Parts

Metallic Silver Slope 18° 2 x 1 x 2/3 with 4 Slots / Grate (40x) $6.00

Black Brick Special 1 x 2 Rounded with Center Bars (16x) $2.40

Pearl Gold Plate Round 1 x 1 with Open Stud (11x) $2.20

Black Plate Special 1 x 4 Rounded with 2 Open Studs (8x) $1.20

Est. BrickLink Part Value

$11.80

💡 MOC Potential

🚀 Modular spaceship components for creating custom spacecraft designs

🚢 Alternate spaceship designs inspired by other sci-fi franchises

🤖 Rocky (Alien) inspired robot builds

Community Insights

Real opinions from Reddit and YouTube

What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 8 videos

3.5 /5

Positive

25% positive

BlockTalk AI

The LEGO Project Hail Mary set is met with generally positive sentiment from the LEGO community, though reviews are mixed. Blocks magazine expresses strong enthusiasm, highlighting the set's incredible features. While many reviews are neutral, focusing on detailed examinations of the set, no significant negative feedback is apparent.

Does Project Hail Mary Live Up to the Hype

penguinz0 • 1.5M views Review

LEGO Icons 11389 Project Hail Mary Detailed Review - Clever Mechanism, But Something’s Off?

RacingBrick • 140.9K views Review

How Accurate is the LEGO Project Hail Mary Set?

Brickology Productions • 4.2K views Review

Community Sentiment

Based on 8 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.5 /5

Positive

25% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

Common Feedback

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BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

6 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

RacingBrick points out the surprising amount of Technic involved in what appears to be a display model, while Brickology Productions assesses the set's accuracy to the source material. MoCollects offers a review featuring Ryan Gosling as a minifigure, indicating a focus on character representation within the set.

Reddit Reviews

No Reddit reviews found

YouTube Reviews

6 videos

Does Project Hail Mary Live Up to the Hype

penguinz0

1.5M views Review

LEGO Icons 11389 Project Hail Mary Detailed Review - Clever Mechanism, But Something’s Off?

RacingBrick

140.9K views Review

How Accurate is the LEGO Project Hail Mary Set?

Brickology Productions

4.2K views Review

LEGO Project Hail Mary Set 11389 Review!

Brickuland

3.8K views Review

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Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

📖 Building Instructions 2

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Inventory Statistics

185

Unique Parts

830

Official Piece Count

813

Cataloged Inventory Pieces

Minifigures

Spare Parts

The official piece count includes the 17 parts inside the set's minifigures, which this inventory lists separately. Spare parts are counted in neither figure.

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